By Michelle Parks

You may have found yourself asking, Are there different varieties of pecans?

Yes, there are at least 500 different varieties of pecans that are available for consumption. Each one can be distinguished by name and the size of the nut. They are also grown in different places in the United States, which is the largest producer of this kid of nut. Each one will vary in size and shape, but all of these are nuts, just the same. Some of these species are native, but some are improved species of the native type. Some of these species are cold hardy, and others are not. This is really dependent upon where in the US that they are grown.

What are the different types of pecans?

Here is a short list of different varieties of pecans. There is the Apache, Cheyenne, Cape Fear, Success, Choctaw, Kiowa, Pawnee, Mohawk, Western 54, Colby, Busseron, Major, Indiana, Jackson, Stuart, Desirable, Barton, Comanche, Wichita, Select, Posednik, and Western just to name a few of the many different types that are available. These names described are from different parts of the United States. Some of the southern names are reminiscent of Native American tribes. Overall these names just represent different species available in the United States. There are also species that are grown elsewhere in the world, but for this article, we will be discussing the varieties only grown in the United States.

What is the difference between these pecans?

The main difference in these pecans is that the different varieties vary in what size they produce and what the taste is like. These are the main differences in the species. Now be aware that some of these species are cold hardy and others are temperate. Bear in mind that some of these varieties can be grown in different areas of the same state, or the same region. Some of the names listed above are grown in different areas depending upon soil and climate. This can also produce small changes in nut size and color. Overall these nuts vary only by size and color.

What is the difference in cold hardy pecan species versus temperate species?

The main difference in these species of pecan is simply what the climate is where the trees are planted. Some of these trees are planted in cold temperatures up in the Northeast. The temperate species are planted in climates that are usually warm and dry. This is the main difference between the species, and this makes no assumption about quality as each nut tree develops the same nut, no matter what the species name is or where it is located. Now bear in mind that soil and temperature are the deciding factors in nut productions.

So the pecans are just different by name?

Yes, this is the main idea. The only difference in pecans usually is the size of the nut and the nut’s flavor. These trees produce nuts no matter what location or climate that they are in or where they are from.

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Regional Italian Food And Wine Pairings – Calabria Dishes And White Wine

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Levi Reiss

Calabria forms the toe of the Italian boot. This region is located in the southwest corner of Italy, and boasts some 500 miles of coastline on the Gulf of Taranto and Ionian and Tyrrhenian Seas. Its total population is about 2 million. The countryside is mountainous, and prone to earthquakes. Over the centuries the peasants learned how to extract the maximum from the poor soil. The red onions from Tropea are as good as they get. Some people eat them raw. Does anybody out there have a wine pairing for raw onions?

An excellent appetizer or side vegetable dish is Carciofi Ammollicati (Artichokes with Breadcrumbs) that also includes grated Pecorino cheese, lemons, and olive oil. Some say that artichokes are difficult to pair with wine. They haven\’t tried this dish with a Vermentino di Sardegna DOC, a Vermentino di Gallura DOCG from Sardinia, or an Italian Gewurztraminer, Pinot Grigio, or Sauvignon Blanc.

Another first dish is Bucatini con la Mollica (Bucatini Pasta with Breadcrumbs) that includes salted anchovies, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Use whole-wheat breadcrumbs. This dish is traditionally served without cheese and calls for Bucatini, large hollow spaghetti. Enjoy this dish with an Italian Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.

An alternative local pasta dish is Spaghetti al Ragu di Totano (Spaghetti with Squid and Tomato Sauce). The hardest part of preparing this dish is cleaning the squid. Other ingredients include onion, garlic, and basil. You might want to save some of the squid rings for your second course. Among the suggested wine pairings for the pasta dish (often made with angel hair spaghetti) are Italian Pinot Grigio and Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi DOC or Verdicchio di Matelica DOC from The Marches.

Pesce Stocco alla Calabrese (Salted Cod Calabrian style) is made with tomato sauce, black olives, onion, potatoes, and some herbs and spices. The real thing is cooked in a terracotta dish. If you like salt cod, you\’ll enjoy this meal with an Italian Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc.

I\’ve saved the best for last; namely Pesce Spada alla Bagnarese (Swordfish Bagnara style). Bagnara is a fishing and now tourist village that is also known for Torrone, a delicious almond-nougat candy. The swordfish is roasted with capers, chopped parsley, lemon, and olive oil. Suggested wine pairings include Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG from Tuscany but you have to get a good one, an Italian Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio.

Levi Reiss authored or co-authored ten computer and Internet books, but prefers drinking fine wine. He teaches computers at an Ontario French-language community college. His global wine website

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byAlma Abell

The Mediterranean Diet receives a lot of praise for its healthy and delicious characteristics. At its most basic, this diet can be considered good common sense. It includes a plethora of vegetables and fruit, whole grains and legumes, and a smaller amount of meat and fish. A limited amount of dairy products and eggs also is included. For Mediterranean Diet Food Delivery in Oahu, a person might choose a pizza with fresh, all-natural ingredients. Pizza, after all, originated in Italy, which is one of the countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea.

To keep this meal as authentic as possible, the Food Delivery in Oahu might include a pizza with diced tomatoes, spinach, black olives and real mozzarella cheese. Those toppings are prevalent in an Italian, Sicilian and Greek food of various kinds. A thin crust is often chosen & since true Italian pizza originated with flatbread. However, Sicily is no stranger to a thicker crust, so if everyone prefers that option, they shouldn’t shortchange themselves. The best meat choices would be grilled chicken or pepperoni, as they also maintain authenticity for this part of the globe.

It’s important not to go overboard on the meat and cheese, however, since true Mediterranean food is known for restricting these items to a certain degree. A person might consider how many of these foods would be available to a traditional resident of those countries centuries ago. A resident might raise some chickens and, with a cow or two, have milk to make cheese. Owning pigs and cattle to use for meat, however, takes a lot of lands that most people do not have. Supermarkets with their full meat counters did not exist. As it turns out, that diet with its emphasis on fresh plant-based food and a smaller amount of protein is a very healthy one.

A restaurant such as Papa Johns can deliver this meal promptly for an affordable price. The hot, fresh Mediterranean dinner has a fragrant aroma that gets everyone’s mouths watering as they eagerly wait to dig in. One glass of red wine complements the meal and reflects the love of people in these countries for the grape-based adult beverage.