Robbie’s Produce Tip Featuring: Italian Chestnuts
Fresh Italian Chestnuts
Choose firm and glossy nuts with free of blemish skin
- They should feel heavy for their size
- Avoid nuts that rattle in the shell, that’s an indication that the nut is drying out
- Once peeled, keep them in a cool, dry place and use within one week
- Fresh chestnuts can be frozen whole in their shells up to 4 months
Robbie Sigona is produce buyer for both the Redwood City and Palo Alto Sigona’s Farmers Market locations. He works with local farmers and scours the market for the very best in fresh fruits and vegetables — some you won’t find anywhere else.
