Hazelnut from Reus

The Reus hazelnut, so named because it is produced in the city of Reus (Tarragona, one of the four provinces of Catalonia), the hometown of Antoni Gaudí, is a nut with exceptional gastronomic and nutritional value, great to eat at any time of the day whether raw or toasted. It’s also a perfect ingredient for the kitchen, in an array of dishes or for preparing sauces and desserts.

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The hazelnut was a sacred plant for ancient Germanic tribes and its medicinal properties were also appreciated in ancient China, while it has been cultivated in Spain since the thirteenth century. The Reus hazelnut was recognised as a Designation of Origin in 1997. The production of Reus hazelnuts is currently concentrated in the province of Tarragona, Catalonia. It was frequently traded at Barcelona's market as early as the thirteenth century. It is a fruit traditionally integrated in the Mediterranean diet in different ways. In Spain it is also consumed in caramelised form, which you can find in our section The Sweet Shop.

Allergens: dairy, nuts