Marrone di Combai

Traditionally grown in the Veneto's province of Treviso for centuries, Marrone di Combai is a fresh chestnut characterized by floury yet crunchy white flesh, as well as a sugary and sweet flavor. Combai chestnuts can be consumed roasted, boiled or used to prepare various sauces and soups such as the traditional Mondoi, a chestnut consommé. Other popular dishes include chestnut stuffed turkey, veal loins with chestnuts in Cognac and pasta with chestnut, chicken and thyme ragù. Also, these forest fruits are widely used for confectionery, jams and desserts such as chestnut-cream Tiramisu and Montebianco cake.