Tim's Pistachio Talk

Why do people love pistachio nuts?  They may be fond of filberts, admire almonds, be pleased with pecans or want some walnuts, but people are really passionate about pistachios. When I say they love them, I mean loooove them! There is nothing lukewarm about it. Ask someone how they feel about pistachios and you won’t get too many “mildly favorable” responses. Nope, people love pistachio nuts. But why? Out of the entire nut kingdom, why do people feel so strongly about pistachios?
Maybe it’s because of their color. Unlike the drab browns of the rest of the nut family, the vibrant green of the pistachio nut stands out like a beacon. Fresh pistachio nuts have a cheerful, bright, healthy look that other nuts just don’t have. Maybe it’s because of their nutritional value. Pistachios are chock full of vitamins, minerals, fiber, “good” fats and are cholesterol free. And they are fun to eat. There is a whole adventure involved in cracking open the shells and discovering the delicious little morsel within. Like lobsters and Christmas presents, it only heightens the enjoyment. But really, the reason people are so smitten with pistachios is that they just taste great! Talk about pistachio nuts in any group of people and they will just lick their lips and go, “Ummmmm”. End of conversation. It’s the unique deliciousness of the little green nuts that keeps people reaching into the dish for more saying, “I just love pistachios!” Enjoy!