Best homemade pasta sauce for sale in New York?

[triviaguru]

I live in the East Village, and have bought sauce from Russo's (on 11th st b/w 1st and 2nd, next to Veniero's), several times, and it is very good, but at times is inconsistent. Was wondering if anyone knew of a better place to get sauce (marinara, meat, pesto), as well where to find fresh pastas and ravioli.

[petes]

My grandfather had an Italian sauce in the 40s through the 60s he sold as PETE'S.It is great on: Spaghetti, Scungillis, any kind of Fish and Omlets and MORE.I just foud the recipe and would love people to try it.It is realy different, My kids love it on everything ( did I mention hot dogs ). If you would like to try it, I will send you A free sample.Please e-mail me and let me know.

THANK YOU
LOU

[marpaz]

Raffetto's Sauces and Raviolis are fresh and yummy.

[emgoodman]

I love Raffetto's for their pastas and sauces. I also the love the place itself -- they are so friendly and love to talk about and help with their products.

[TonyO]

Yeah, the marinara is great. I sometimes saute some fresh garlic, crushed red chili flakes, and sherry before adding the Cento. It results in a truly excellent Fra Diavlo. It's all about the tomatoes. You can see the flavor in the color. How much is it at Fairway (just curious, I live in Vermont but have visited that great store). $2.99 is what our local supermarket charges when it is on sale (usually close to $6.00). I buy it all !

[Striver]

Fairway doesn't have sales as such; the regular price is $3.99. BTW, if you like peppery sauces, Cento also makes a good Arrabiata.

[TonyO]

Good rec. I made a pizza with the Arrabiata (with hot sausage and pepperoni). Excellent !

[TonyO]

The best "commercially bottled" sauce I have found is Cento San Marzano Marinara. It is available in most supermarkets and I stock up when it is $2.99 (28 oz). It is an excellent product.

[Striver]

Big ditto. I've been getting Cento San Marzano sauces at Fairway, and loving it - particularly their Vodka and Marinara. There's also a "Petit Dice" (not sure of the spelling), which is simply diced San Marzano tomatoes and makes a great base for a homemade sauce.

[Chow Baby]

Someone please define "homemade" for me.

[saritaeatsnyc]

DiPalo's is absolutely your best bet. Amazing marinara sauce, pesto sauce, vodka sauce. They also have a huge selection of homemade pastas and ravioli (from lobster to pumpkin). You won't ever want to buy this stuff anywhere else (not to mention their amazing meats and cheeses).

[jenniebnyc]

Buon Italia in Chelsea Market makes fresh sauce.

[bobby06877]

DiPalo's on the corner Grand Street and Mott has a large variety of fresh ravioli and some sauces. Next door to DiPalo's is Piemonte, which also has a large selection of homemade ravioli. They also have a very good marinara sauce. You can get fresh pasta at Raffetto's on West Houston near Sullivan Street.