Pistachios are my favorite nut, though hazelnuts, macadamia, and peanuts aren’t far behind.

Delicious and healthy, they evoke a feeling of sun,

The rhythmic ritual of cracking the shells is an integral part of the experience of eating them whole.

Alone, they fill the palate. Mixed in foods, the taste is subtle and does not dominate the dish.

Strolling through a saffron and pistachio farm is a dream for a future a bit out of reach at the moment.

Influence of the Mediterranean Climate on Pistachio Cultivation [photo above from this site]

How to Plant and Grow Pistachio Tree | BBC Gardeners World Magazine

Growing and Harvesting | American Pistachio Growers

Analysis of Energy Use and Environmental Impacts of Pistachio (Pistacia vera L.) in Conventional and Bio-friendly Production Systems | Applied Fruit Science

The Benefits of Pistachios—and the Best Ways To Eat Them