How many nuts starting with the letter N can you name? If you can think of more than five, you’re ahead of most people. The truth is, there aren’t many nuts that begin with N. I’ve listed the ones I know here, and I’ll add more if I come across them. If you know of … Read more
Tucked away in markets and kitchens around the world are nuts that don’t always get the same spotlight as almonds or cashews, yet they bring their own unique history and story. Among these are a handful whose names begin with the letter T. Some are prized for their flavor, others valued for cultural or botanical … Read more
To enjoy a healthy and flavorful diet, it helps to include a wide range of nuts beyond the ones you already know. However, this can be challenging if you aren’t familiar with the many different types available. One of the playful ways I enjoy expanding my knowledge of fruits and nuts is by exploring those … Read more
Trying to come up with nuts that begin with the letter K is harder than you might think. Beyond the more familiar ones like kola nut or kukui nut, there aren’t many that easily come to mind. In fact, K is one of those rare letters where the list is surprisingly short. Still, we managed … Read more
I was flipping through a cookbook the other day, looking for inspiration, when I noticed how often certain letters kept popping up in recipes. M for mint, mango, milk… but when I hit the chapter on nuts, I stopped. How many nuts do I actually know that start with M? Apart from the usual macadamia, … Read more
If nuts had to line up in alphabetical order, some letters would be crowded while others would look a little lonely. H sits somewhere in the middle — not the largest crowd, but definitely not empty either. In fact, a few nutty favorites proudly carry the H at the front of their names, waiting to … Read more
When you walk through a local market, it’s easy to be drawn to the stalls piled high with nuts—some in their shells, some roasted, and others neatly packed in jars or bags. Among them, a surprising number start with the letter C. From familiar favorites you’ll find in trail mixes to more unusual varieties you … Read more
If you’ve ever played the alphabet game with food, you’ll know how fun it can be to come up with lists that surprise you. Today, I thought it would be interesting to try it with nuts that begin with the letter A. I didn’t limit this collection to just the “true nuts” that botanists talk … Read more