California Walnut Commission hosts California Walnut Festival in Jaipur

ANI  |  Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India] 

CaliforniaWalnutCommission in association with Meraaki Kitchenhosted its first ever CaliforniaWalnutFestival in Jaipurtoday. Addressing the gathering were Shivika Kothari, Founder, Meraaki Kitchenand Neha Deepak Shah, Celebrity Chefwho shared their views on how walnuts have a flavor profile that pairs beautifully with a variety of seasonal foods.

Showcasing the usage and versatility of walnuts, ChefNeha Deepak Shahcurated an exciting Indo-Western fusion menu made exclusively with CaliforniaWalnuts. The month-long festival, will offer some delectable appetizers and lip-smacking Walnutdesserts such as WalnutHummus on Laavash, WalnutCheese Crostini, WalnutCaramel Biscotti and Akhrot ka Halwa to the discerning consumers in Jaipur

Pamela Graviet, Sr.Marketing Director, International at CaliforniaWalnutBoard and Commission said, "The CaliforniaWalnutFestival is the city's first edition of the Walnutfestival dedicated to creating an enriching experience for our guests. The idea is to highlight the usage and versatility of walnuts, showcasing them as a 'go-to' nut for cooking and snacking, befitting any meal or occasion. Not only are walnuts rich in plant-based omega 3 but also an excellent source of antioxidants and fiber, providing the ultimate nutrition your diet requires. We hope our esteemed guests will enjoy this delicious and healthy treat we have in store for them and will make walnuts a part of their daily diet plans."

Shivika Kothari, Founder, Meraaki Kitchenadded, "Walnuts offer great taste and texture that holds up to a variety of flavour pairings. They can be served in any form - raw, toasted, candied or spiced - and incorporated into a variety of recipes. Considering the city's growing demand for healthy snacking and finger food options, Californiawalnuts are the ideal choice for fitness and Food Enthusiasts"

Celebrity Chef, Neha Deepak Shahwho demonstrated WalnutGoat Cheese Bites recipe at the event remarked, "CaliforniaWalnuts are not only healthy but are also a wonderfully versatile ingredient to work with. It's great to be able to offer customers unique flavors with a promise of health in every bite. We thoroughly enjoyed working with Californiawalnuts and hope to add more variety to our existing offering."

So, what are you waiting for? Add that extra dose of goodness to your meals with CaliforniaWalnuts and lead a healthy lifestyle rich in essential nutrients.

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First Published: Tue, May 01 2018. 17:15 IST