Chestnuts are equally good in sweet dishes. Nigella Lawson’s chestnutty twist on a classic pavlova is a real delight, said ...

“Chestnuts roasting on an open fire.” The opening line of one of the most enduring Christmas songs of all time paints a scene that’s warm, nostalgic, and unmistakably festive — crackling fire, winter ...

Choose chestnuts with no surface blemishes that don't rattle when you shake them. Soaking the chestnuts in hot water before roasting them makes it easier to remove the shells. Don't forget to score ...

As we head into the winter months, there’s no better time to enjoy chestnuts as a sweet, roasted treat, or a flavor-enhancing ingredient in hearty soups and stuffing. Chestnuts are incredibly nutrient ...

Though the idea of chestnuts roasting on an open fire sounds appealing, many people have no idea how to do it—and wonder whether these holiday treats are tasty and nutritious enough to be worth all ...

December is a month for feasting -- which is not necessarily to say gorging, though it sometimes seems like it. Eating well is not the same thing as stuffing yourself and eating sensibly is not the ...

I blend a strong academic background in history (bachelor's and master's) with a passion for storytelling. A history geek at heart, I thrive on weaving narratives and enjoy the charm of classical ...

Talking about chestnuts reminds us of autumn-winter days. Though chestnuts are tropical fruits, they can be used as dry fruits for the entire year. Be it roasted, raw or cooked, the benefits of ...

Ever since Mel Tormé and Bob Wells put pen to paper and wrote “The Christmas Song” in 1945, people have associated the winter ...

In Britain, chestnuts are associated with Christmas. They're as much a part of the festive season as mulled wine, as shown by the fact that 80 per cent of the 200 tons of pre-cooked chestnuts Merchant ...