What came first spaghetti or raviloi?

It's tricky to definitively say which came first, spaghetti or ravioli, because:

* Pasta's Origins Are Ancient: Pasta has been around for centuries, and its exact origins are debated. Some argue it originated in China, while others point to Arab influences in Sicily.

* Ravioli's Evolution: Ravioli evolved from earlier forms of stuffed pasta, like tortellini, which likely predate spaghetti.

* Spaghetti's Popularity: While spaghetti may have been around for a long time, it didn't achieve widespread popularity until the 19th century.

Here's what we can say with more certainty:

* Ravioli's Predecessors: Stuffed pasta predates both spaghetti and ravioli.

* Spaghetti's Rise to Fame: While it's hard to say when spaghetti first appeared, its fame grew during the 19th century, possibly even later than some types of ravioli.

Therefore, it's likely that some form of stuffed pasta, like tortellini, existed before spaghetti. But, pinpointing the exact moment either came into being is difficult.