Go Nuts with Leo Foods!
Nuts: the little powerhouses of nutrition! Whether you’re looking for a quick and healthy snack or an ingredient to add depth and flavour to your cooking, nuts are the perfect choice. From classic varieties like almonds and peanuts to exotic options like macadamias and cashews, there’s a nut out there for every taste and occasion!
Here at Leo Foods, we stock a huge variety of nuts from around the world, to both trade and public customers. In fact, we have a very unique perspective on the incredible variety of nuts that can be found around the world! Nuts are a super versatile food that can be eaten in lots of different ways, from a snack to a topping, ingredient in cooking or baking, or even turned into oils and butters!
In this blog post, we’ll take a look at the different types of nuts you can grab at Leo Foods in Marbella on the Costa del Sol.
Almonds
Hailing from the Middle East, almonds are now widely grown in countries like the United States, Spain, and Italy. Their sweet and nutty flavour, along with their crunchy texture, make them a versatile ingredient in baked goods, granola, and trail mix. Almonds are also a great source of protein, fibre, and healthy fats. At Leo Foods, we stock Almond Flour, Almond Powder and Almonds with or without skin.
Cashews
Originating from tropical regions such as Brazil, India, and Africa, cashews have a buttery and sweet flavour with a creamy texture. They are often used in Asian cuisine, particularly in curries and stir-fries. Cashews are also a popular choice for vegan cheese and nut butter! We stock a great range of Cashew Nuts and Cashew Nut products at Leo Foods, including Plain Cashews, Salted Cashews and even Cashew Butter.
Pecans
Native to North America, pecans are primarily grown in the southern United States. They have a rich, buttery flavour with a slightly softer texture compared to other nuts. Pecans are a staple in baking, particularly in desserts such as pecan pie and pralines. They also make for a delicious and nutritious snack when roasted and seasoned with various spices.
Walnuts
Grown in many parts of the world, including the United States, China, and Iran, walnuts have a slightly bitter flavour with a crunchy texture. They are commonly used in baked goods such as brownies, muffins, and bread. Walnuts also pair well with dried fruit in salads. Grab some Peeled or Caramelised Walnuts in various sizes at Leo Foods!
Hazelnuts
Known as filberts, hazelnuts are mainly grown in Turkey. They have a rich, nutty flavour with a crunchy texture and are often used in confectionery, particularly in popular chocolate products like Nutella and pralines. Hazelnuts also add a lovely depth of flavour to cakes and cookies. Hazelnuts are available to purchase Raw and Toasted at Leo Foods, as well as Hazelnut Milk!
Pistachios
Grown in many countries such as Iran, the United States, and Turkey, pistachios have a slightly sweet and salty flavour with a firm texture. They are often used in Middle Eastern cuisine, particularly in baklava and other sweet desserts. Pistachios also make for a great snack when roasted and seasoned with various spices. These little green nuts can be bought toasted and with or without their shell from Leo Foods.
Macadamia Nuts
Primarily grown in Australia and Hawaii, macadamia nuts have a rich, buttery flavour with a crisp texture. They are often used in baking, particularly in cookies and cakes, and are also a popular ingredient in chocolate products. You can even pop them on your salads for a little extra crunch!
Nuts for trade and hospitality
All of our nuts and nut products are available to our trade and hospitality customers, so whether you run a bar, restaurant, hotel or other venue, you can grab our huge selection of products at special trade prices!
By signing up for a trade account with Leo Foods, you’ll benefit from huge savings across our entire range of worldwide foods including Asian, British, Indian, Latin American, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern foods and much, much more.
If you’re looking to buy nuts for your venue, simply get in touch with our dedicated team who will be more than happy to assist you in opening an account with us.
We are open to the general public and are the leading stockist of nuts on the coast! Pop into our International supermarket in Nueva Andalucia – you’ll go nuts over our amazing range of products!
