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Fast Company
3 days ago
- Business
- Fast Company
The summer's biggest trend is a tariff-proof indulgence
The color of the summer is here, and it started with a chocolate bar. Pistachio (both the food and the color) is all the rage right now. The nut entered the limelight over the past several months after various food creators on TikTok popularized 'Dubai chocolate,' an indulgent chocolate bar filled with pistachio cream, tahini, and shredded phyllo dough. This spring, Dubai chocolate officially made its way into the mainstream, appearing as a cookie at Crumbl, a shake at Shake Shack, a chocolate bar at Trader Joe's, a donut at Krispy Kreme, and a returning latte flavor at Dunkin'. Demand for Dubai chocolate has spiked so high that pistachio producers in Iran exported 40% more nuts to the United Arab Emirates in the six months leading to March 2025 than they did in the entire 12 months before. Some stores have had to limit sales of the bars due to disruptions of the global pistachio supply chain. But it turns out that for customers in the U.S., there's a bonus to the trend besides an influx of tasty treats: The nut is relatively shielded from potential tariffs. Come what may, chances are that it's about to be a very nutty—and very green—summer. America dominates the pistachio market The U.S. is the top producer of pistachios globally, accounting for about 75% of the world's supply, according to Zachary Fraser, president and CEO of American Pistachio Growers (APG). The second-largest producer is Iran. The 2024-2025 U.S. pistachio crop harvest, Fraser says, was 1.1 billion pounds in-shell—'the third-largest harvest in the history of the industry.' So far, Fraser reports, the Trump administration's tariffs have not had an immediate impact on the nut's production. 'The industry is closely monitoring tariffs as the situation evolves, and we are active in the conversations with government officials to stay on top of the changing dynamics,' Fraser says. 'Continuing to invest in market development and new countries to drive demand is part of that strategy.' From APG's perspective, there's been a marked rise in interest in pistachios over the past several months. 'Recognizing the trending Dubai chocolate bar, it's been exciting to see the popularity of pistachios grow across many other food and beverage products,' Fraser says. 'We're seeing pistachios incorporated across baked goods, spreads, snacks, ice cream and more.' Pistachio goes beyond the bar Pistachios aren't staying confined to sweet treats, either. As the nut's flavor profile has risen into stardom, so, too, has its signature sage-green hue. In the past two months or so, pistachio green has exploded from the chocolate wrapper to fashion runways, mood boards, and even interior design. In March, Homes & Gardens called the hue designers' 'go-to color for spring and summer 2025.' In May, Harper's Bazaar noted that the 'gastronomic shade' defined recent fashion shows by Miu Miu, Prada, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, and others. The average American is also becoming enamored with the color. According to Pinterest global data from January to March 2025, searches for 'pistachio chocolate bar' surged 1,989%, while searches for 'pistachio outfit ideas' jumped 361% and those for 'pistachio green weddings' were up 285%.
News18
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Chill Out With These 3 Nutritious Summer Sweets That Blends Mangoes With Nuts
Last Updated: Celebrate the goodness of mangoes with these vibrant and nutrient-rich treats that blend the juicy fruit with nuts. Sweet, juicy, and bursting with sunshine, mangoes are the undisputed stars of summer. Whether you love them ripe and luscious or paired with unexpected flavours, this delightful summer fruit can transform any dish into a seasonal celebration. Chef Meghna Kamdar and Chef Gopalasamy S have come together to share three vibrant and nutrient-rich treats that blend juicy mangoes with nuts, making every bite irresistibly cool and indulgent. Pista and Mango Sabudana Kheer by Chef Meghna Kamdar (on behalf of American Pistachio Growers) Ingredients: Milk – 1 litre Cardamom Powder – 4-5 pinches Sabudana – ½ cup soaked (soaked for 4–5 hours) Pistachio – ½ cup Mangoes – 2, chopped Method: Almond Mango Cake with Mango Cheese Cream by Chef Gopalasamy S Ingredients: For the Cake For the Cheese Base Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Fold in the almond powder, then add the vanilla essence and mango purée. Pour the mixture into a mould and bake at 180°C for 15 to 20 minutes. Once baked, allow the cake to cool to room temperature. In a separate bowl, mix cream cheese, mango purée, and whipped cream until a thick cream forms. Pipe the cream mixture onto the cooled cake. Top with Alphonso mango chunks and serve. Summer Chilli Mango Brownie Pudding by Chef Gopalasamy S Ingredients: Method: Take fresh, well-ripened mangoes and extract the pulp. Mix the pulp with sugar and let it chill in the refrigerator. Dissolve agar agar in a little water and fold it into the mango purée. Pour the mixture into serving glasses and set them in the refrigerator to chill. Cut homemade brownies into cubes. Once the mango layer is set, remove the glasses and add brownie cubes to one side. Place the glasses back in the refrigerator to firm up further. Cut the mango into small cubes and arrange them on top of the glasses. Serve chilled. First Published:
News18
14-05-2025
- General
- News18
From Sweet To Savoury: These Pistachio Snacks Deserve A Spot On Your Table
Last Updated: These chef-crafted recipes brings out the rich flavour of pistachios in a deliciously creative way. Pistachios aren't just a nutritious snack on their own—they're also a versatile ingredient that can elevate your everyday munchies into something truly special. From sweet to salty, these pistachio-based snack recipes add a delightful crunch, rich flavour, and a healthy twist to your plate. Renowned chefs Sanjeev Kapoor and Shivesh Bhatia have teamed up with American Pistachio Growers to showcase the versatility of pistachios in a trio of irresistible recipes. Whether it's the golden, crispy Pistachio Churros, the refreshing Pick Me Up Pista Bomb, or the savoury, spice-kissed Khasta Pepper Pista, each dish brings out the flavour of this nut in a deliciously creative way, proving that indulgence can be both bold and wholesome. Pistachio Churros by Chef Shivesh Bhatia Ingredients 1 cup water 3 tbsp sugar 1/4 cup butter 3/4 cup flour 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla extract Sunflower oil, for frying For the coating Add the water, sugar, and butter to a saucepan & bring the mixture to a boil. Once the water has boiled, turn off the heat & add flour. Stir in the flour till it forms a dough. Place the pan on the heat again and cook the dough till it becomes shiny and starts sticking to the bottom of the pan. Let the dough cool a little and add in the egg & vanilla. Mix till the egg is well incorporated. Add the dough to a piping bag with a star nozzle and pipe the churros in hot oil. Let the churros become golden brown & crispy. Once done, drain them on a paper towel to remove the excess oil. Mix the castor sugar and cinnamon powder. Coat the churros in the mixture. For the pistachio paste, add the pistachios, oil, and sugar to a blender. Blitz till it forms a smooth paste. With a metal straw, make holes in the centre of the churros, and fill them with the pistachio paste. Serve hot with more pistachio paste. Pick Me Up Pista Bomb by Chef Sanjeev Kapoor Ingredients Instructions Dry roast pistachios for 3-4 minutes on medium heat. Switch the heat off and allow it to cool slightly. Put the roasted pistachios in a food processor jar and process to a coarse mixture. Heat a non-stick pan. Add brown sugar and two tablespoons of water, and cook till the sugar melts. Add rolled oats, puffed amaranth, and coarsely processed pistachios. Add honey and cinnamon powder and mix till well combined. Transfer onto a plate and allow to cool slightly. Take small portions of the mixture with greased hands and roll each portion into a ball. Serve. Khasta Pepper Pista by Chef Sanjeev Kapoor Ingredients 2 cups pistachios 1 tbsp black pepper powder Salt to taste ½ tsp citric acid powder 1 tsp castor sugar Black salt to taste ½ tsp roasted cumin powder 1 tbsp olive oil The News18 Lifestyle section brings you the latest on health, fashion, travel, food, and culture — with wellness tips, celebrity style, travel inspiration, and recipes. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : food lifestyle pistachio Sanjeev Kapoor Shivesh Bhatia Location : Delhi, India, India First Published: May 14, 2025, 19:20 IST News lifestyle » food From Sweet To Savoury: These Pistachio Snacks Deserve A Spot On Your Table
