As the seasons begin to change from summer to autumn in Southern New Mexico, an annual tradition comes to life at Heart of the Desert Pistachios and Wine. September is a special month for pistachio lovers and enthusiasts as it marks the beginning of the pistachio harvest season. Let’s delve […]

As the warm rays of the sun blanket us in their glory, there’s no better time to indulge in delicious and healthy snacks that complement the joy of summer. Amidst the plethora of options available, one nut stands out as a timeless classic: pistachios. Bursting with flavor and loaded with […]

Pistachios have long been treasured for their delicious taste and nutritional value. However, their significance goes beyond being a culinary delight. Throughout history, different cultures have recognized the medicinal properties of pistachios and incorporated them into traditional medicine practices. By exploring the historical uses of pistachios as medicine, we can […]

Wine tasting can be an enjoyable and educational experience, but it can also be intimidating for beginners who are not sure what to look for or how to describe what they are tasting. Here are some tips on how to train your palate to identify different flavors and aromas in […]

If you haven’t already added pistachios to your regular diet for all their tastiness and health benefits, here is another reason to enjoy them with your red wine. Antioxidant-rich foods are regularly encouraged as part of a healthy lifestyle, and research suggests that a diet high in antioxidants may even […]

With back-to-school upon us, it’s time to get everything we need to start the year off on the right foot. We’ve got the textbooks, backpack, binders, and our favorite hoody… but what about snacks? When you think of the word “snack,” what do you see? If your mind immediately jumps […]

At Heart of the Desert, we are passionate about our pistachios and wine, but we can’t start our day without the rich flavor of a good cup of coffee, especially when it’s infused with our favorite flavors. Recently, we introduced you to some of the amazingly unique Flavors of New […]

By taking simple steps, men can reduce their risk of preventable diseases that cause them to die an average of six years younger than women. The American Pistachio Growers worked with nutritionist, Michael Roussell, PhD. to come up with four easy ways for men to fortify their health with pistachios. […]

Regular pistachio consumption can promote favorable changes in the diet, lower blood pressure, and contribute to weight loss in a behavioral weight loss program. Nut-loving consumers looking to lose a few pounds can feel better about keeping pistachios at hand as a result of a new study. The study, published […]

According to the American Heart Association, people that have Type 2 diabetes are two times more likely to develop and die from cardiovascular disease, such as heart attacks, strokes and heart failure, than people who don’t have diabetes. Some evidence suggests that drinking moderate amounts of red wine could lessen […]