I received a copy of this eBook from netGalley for a honest review.

This book is more about the stories then the recipes which is fine by me. If you're looking for basic recipes that are America Italian then this is a good book. If you're looking for funny stories and antidotes then this is a great book for you.

Your Pasta Sucks contains multitudes. It is a very funny memoir from a self-proclaimed Italian, Irish, Mexican homosexual. It also has family recipes that have a lot of ingredients and mostly take a while to cook. Photos are rather hit and miss. Nutritional information is non-existent.

Admittedly, I wouldn’t recommend this as a cookbook. The author has a YouTube channel focusing on comedy and cooking. However, there have been no new cooking videos posted in the last two years. I have to assume that he agrees with me that humor, not cooking, is his strong suit.

The humor, however, is spot on. It seems to be based on his loud, and blunt, family and lifestyle. A Mexican grandfather who had a second family, who named the kids in both family the same names so he would never mix them up. The Mexican TV show host who admired his grandfather’s ingenuity years later. It is laugh out loud funny more so because it has the ring of truth.

If you are looking for an escape from all the doomscrolling, read Your Pasta Sucks and immerse yourself in someone else’s humorous life for a while. 5 stars!

Thanks to NetGalley and Chronicle Books for providing me with an advanced review copy.

Although he’s a comedian, Matteo Lane takes cooking and good food very very seriously.
I find that his intelligent but sarcastic demeanor has translated well to this cookbook. There are a lot of cookbooks out now that try to engage all types of cooks (or non-cooks). I think Matteo bridges the gap by being sardonic but also very good at what he’s doing.

Saying “how to cook pasta like an Italian, Irish, Mexican homosexual” is honest and refreshing.

As a major fan of pasta, I was thrilled at the options in this book. It is 75% pasta and very specific. Take his recommendations to heart! He is not okay with substitutions or half-assing a recipe.

I’d never heard of bronze cut pasta but now I won’t shut up cabout it to the cooks in my life.

Thank you so much to Chronicle Books for this free ARC via Netgalley in exchange for a honest review! This is out 4/1/25!

Comedian Matteo Lane walks us through how to CORRECTLY make pasta - whether fresh or dried - while infusing his signature humor and love for Italian throughout. Can’t say I’ve read a cookbook that actually made me laugh before this, and it’s one of many reasons this cookbook stands out. I’ve already flagged so many recipes to try and Matteo makes each dish approachable and easy.

If you love Matteo's stand up or his podcast with Nick (IYKYK) then you're gonna love this cookbook! Much like Matteo, I'm a second generation Italian-American who grew up in Northern Illinois. What I love the most about this cookbook is that its recipes are familiar in taste, if not in cooking methods, while still paying homage to original Italian traditions. It's also educational - did you know fettuccine alfredo is extremely controversial? As soon as you read this you'll understand. Can't recommend this book enough and I can't wait to work passata into my cooking rotation.

I’m always looking for a good cookbook and this one was filled with witty stories and funny quips about why he is not quite qualified to write this cookbook but is writing it all the same!

This is a really fun cookbook. I love the stories and how it's organized and can't wait to start cooking my way through it! Bravo!

I'm not a cook by any means, but I am a fan of Matteo Lane (going back to his appearances on PNS Explosion!). This "cookbook" provides simple recipes that even the least-experienced of us can make with confidence. Can't wait to try them out! In between recipes, Matteo shares core ingredients to keep on hand, fun stories and anecdotes, and interviews with friends. Recommended for readers and would-be cooks looking for a side of humor.

Matteo Lane is one of my favorite standup comics, so when he announced that he was writing a cookbook, I was very excited! While I have not tried out the recipes themselves, the photographs look amazing, and the directions seem rather straightforward. The commentary for each, as well as the related stories, are exactly how I picture Matteo telling them on stage with his signature humor. A good read!

*Your Pasta Sucks* by Matteo Lane is a sharp, hilarious dive into the world of food, culture, and identity. Written by the stand-up comedian and chef, this book is a witty blend of personal anecdotes, biting humor, and thoughtful reflections on what it means to create and appreciate food. Lane’s tone is irreverent yet endearing, guiding readers through his pasta-making journey with equal parts comedy and insight. His voice is authentic, unapologetically candid, and often laugh-out-loud funny, making it easy to connect with both the culinary novices and the seasoned foodies alike. Whether you're a pasta enthusiast or just enjoy good storytelling, Lane's humorous take on food culture will leave you both entertained and slightly more discerning about your next meal at the Olive Garden.

This is the funniest cookbook I have ever read. After I found the recipe I wanted to make, I just kept reading because it was that funny. It felt like being in a kitchen with a good friend and an even better bottle of wine.

The recipes feel like they should all be written on an index card with too many food stains and years of use. They all feel deeply personal, well revised, and more delicious than any food you could buy.

The recipes are written in both imperial and metric measurements, so there's no need to convert recipes between volume and weight cooking. The pictures are drool worthy, and the instructions for each recipe are clear and easy to follow.

Overall, a fantastic cookbook for anyone who wants a bit of personality with their meal.

The storytelling was enterntaing. Wasn’t crazy for the recipes. The felt very basic and some had weird ingredients to find.

Fun, hilarious, delicious. Will be honest he was a new name to me when I downloaded this but am a fan now. Would absolutely buy this as a gift for a fun loving foodie friend.

I had to pick this one up bc, duh, Matteo Lane.

This is a KILLLLLLER coffee table book, for one. Two, it truly does double as a cook book.

Matteo Lane is hilarious and didn't disappoint here. Who wouldn't want to learn “how to cook pasta like an Italian, Irish, Mexican homosexual"?

{Thank you bunches to Matteo Lane, JJ Goode, NetGalley and Chronicle Books for the DRC in exchange for my honest review!}

This was amusing, and I loved that he included recipes from his blood family and his found family. I loved the full-color photos and teh instructions are easy to follow. The best part though? For the first time., I wasn't yelled at to make my own pasta. I was encouraged but not judged if I needed to used dried.

I love reading cookbooks by comedians! Every page is filled with Matteo's life and humor. Matteo is true to himself and shows you a little piece of who he is as a person as well as the foods that have been passed down through generations.

This book brings a great home feeling. The recipes scream comfort and cozy Italian. I will definitely be making multiple dishes from this book.

Pasta recipes with Matteo’s wit. And a sprinkle of Nick? Sign me the f**k up. This was informative and funny af

Such a fun take on a cookbook, with really accessible recipes and hilarious hot takes! I loved all the photography and inclusion of so many memories from Rome

I'm not sure what I was expecting from a cook book, but I've seen Matteo's comedy around the internet and not only is this book hilarious but the recipes look incredible! I'm super excited to test out these meals but also I've never really laughed so much while reading a cook book! Highly recommend.

I could tell by the cover I was going to love this book and I'm really thankful for the opportunity to preview it. I haven't made any of the recipes yet but simply reading the book was time well spent. The photography throughout is stunning. The stories are relatable and hilarious. I love that each recipe begins with a story and not a short blurb like most cookbooks. Reading this book felt like spending time with an opinionated gay friend telling you exactly how it is, and then enjoying some delicious food after.