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My name is Gary Zidek. Welcome to The Arts Section. Tune into the radio program every Sunday morning on WDCB 90.9 & 90.7 FM or listen to it online here. I'll be showcasing a variety of arts & entertainment stories.

Pasta Time!

Pasta Time!

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with pastamaker Oliver Melgar to talk about the growing popularity of his handmade pasta.
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Pasta Time!
Gary Zidek

A pasta empire is taking shape in the western suburbs. Poppies Pasta opened last fall, and word has spread. Now the independent business is getting ready to expand. Oliver Melgar is the founder of Poppies. His handmade pastas are drawing people from all over the area to his small shop in Villa Park, and soon there will be second location in downtown Glen Ellyn.

The display case inside Poppies Pasta

Poppie’s Pasta is located at 332 E St. Charles Road in Villa Park. A second location will be opening in Glen Ellyn later this year. You can learn more at poppiespasta.toast.site

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