The story of the hazelnut is one of a star-quality character too often relegated to a supporting role. Born a humble filbert, it sheds its frilly coat and assumes a more glamorous stage name, arriving on the scene with European flair. Yet, time and time again, the hazelnut is cast in a secondary part.
Think about it. When did you last taste a hazelnut on its own? The marketing team behind Nutella has been so successful in their efforts to share this Italian spread with the world that we have nearly forgotten that hazelnuts exist separately from chocolate.
As a filbert fan myself, I’m here to make
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