Pasta (The Bear)
| "Pasta" | |
|---|---|
| The Bear episode | |
"Six Corners" sunset in Wicker Park, Chicago | |
| Episode no. | Season 2 Episode 2 |
| Directed by | Christopher Storer |
| Written by | Joanna Calo |
| Featured music | |
| Cinematography by | Andrew Wehde |
| Editing by | Joanna Naugle |
| Production code | XCBV2002 |
| Original release date | June 22, 2023 |
| Running time | 30 minutes |
| Guest appearances | |
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"Pasta" is the second episode of the second season of the American television comedy-drama The Bear. It is the 10th overall episode of the series and was written by executive producer Joanna Calo and directed by series creator Christopher Storer. It was released on Hulu on June 22, 2023, along with the rest of the season.
The series follows Carmen "Carmy" Berzatto, an award-winning New York City chef de cuisine, who returns to his hometown of Chicago to run his late brother Michael's failing Italian beef sandwich shop. In the episode, Carmy and Sydney begin working on the menu, while a mold problem appears in the restaurant.
The episode received highly positive reviews from critics, who praised the performances, character development and emotional tone.