fromTime Out New York
2 weeks agoDear New York, the American chestnut is back, and it's on your block
In the summer they bloom, in the fall they ripen and in the winter you can roast them on an open fire-or at least, hear Nat King Cole sing about them in his 1961 rendition of "The Christmas Song." Historically, chestnuts have been an integral part of the holiday season. Though harvested in the fall, their flavor peaks in the wintertime, making for a tasty seasonal treat. During the holiday season, you can find them in midtown on street corners as an annual treat for tourists and New Yorkers alike.
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