The journal

Know your nuts.

Straight answers from the source — written by our sourcing team in Rafsanjan for buyers, chefs and anyone curious about Iran’s orchards.

Saffron · 7 min read

Persian Saffron Grades Explained: Super Negin, Negin, Sargol, Pushal & Bunch

Five grades, one flower. How Persian saffron is cut and graded, what ISO 3632 actually measures, and how to get the most from every thread.

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Pistachios · 6 min read

Iranian vs. California pistachios

The world’s two pistachio giants grow very different nuts. A fair comparison of flavour, varieties, grading and processing — and a surprising shared history.

Culture · 7 min read

What is ajil?

Salted or sweet, for Nowruz or for Yalda night: everything you need to know about the bowl of nuts at the heart of Persian hospitality.

Pistachios · 8 min read

Iranian pistachio varieties, compared

Long or round, buttery or toasty: how to tell Iran’s four great pistachio varieties apart, what “per ounce” sizing means, and which one to buy.

Guides · 6 min read

How to store nuts & dried fruit

Heat, light, air and moisture are the enemies of a good nut. A practical guide — with a storage chart — to keeping every bag tasting like harvest week.

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