What is capatavi pasta?

* You might be misremembering the name. There are many different types of pasta, some with very similar names. Could it be "cavatappi" or something else entirely?

* It's a regional or local dish. Perhaps this is a pasta name used in a specific region or family.

If you can remember any other details about the pasta:

* What did it look like? Was it long, short, flat, hollow, etc.?

* What was it made of? Was it wheat, rice, or another type of flour?

* What was it served with? Did it have a specific sauce or filling?

With more information, I might be able to help you identify the pasta you're looking for!