First-quality shelled pine nuts in a practical resealable 1 kg bag with transparent window, supplied in cartons of 10 bags (10 kg total) under the Mio brand of Innovaction S.r.l. (Ragusa, Sicily). Selected for professional kitchens and pastry labs: the base of pesto alla genovese, the signature of torta della nonna and a refined garnish for first courses and salads. Shelf life 24 months at ambient temperature.
What Are Shelled Pine Nuts
Pine nuts are the edible seeds of pine trees, extracted from the cone and carefully shelled. Their flavour is delicate, slightly sweet and buttery, with a soft, tender texture. They are among the most prized ingredients of Mediterranean cuisine, used since antiquity in both savoury dishes and traditional pastry.
Origin and Selection
These pine nuts come from Pakistan, one of the leading pine nut origins worldwide alongside the Mediterranean basin, Turkey and China. First-quality selection: whole, ivory-coloured kernels with uniform size, packed in a resealable bag that preserves freshness bag after bag.
The Mio Brand
Mio is the house brand of Innovaction S.r.l., a food distribution company based in Ragusa, Sicily, specialised in semi-finished products for pastry: candied fruit, nut flours, chopped nuts, decorations and bakery ingredients. A reference partner for pastry labs and gelaterie that demand consistent quality at a professional price point.
Professional Uses
- Pesto alla genovese: blend with Genovese basil, Parmigiano Reggiano DOP, Pecorino, garlic and extra virgin olive oil — about 15 g of pine nuts per 4 portions.
- Traditional pastry: torta della nonna topped with pine nuts before baking, Tuscan pinolata and castagnaccio.
- Sicilian classics: pasta con le sarde and caponata, where pine nuts and raisins create the typical sweet-savoury balance.
- Toasting: 2-3 minutes in a dry pan over low-medium heat, stirring constantly, for salads, sauteed spinach with raisins and rice dishes.
- Garnish for gelato, semifreddi and creams: 10-15 g per portion.
Common Mistakes
- Toasting over high heat: rich in natural oils, pine nuts burn within seconds — always low heat and constant stirring.
- Storing the opened bag for months at room temperature: the oils oxidise and turn rancid — use an airtight container, cool place or refrigerator.
- Over-blending in pesto: prolonged blending heats the blades and oxidises basil and pine nuts — work in short pulses.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. After opening, reseal the bag or transfer to an airtight container, preferably refrigerated. Shelf life: 24 months from production.
Distribution and Logistics
B2B and B2C delivery across Switzerland from the LAPA warehouse in Embrach (Zurich). Direct distribution with the LAPA fleet on Zurich, Kloten, Winterthur, Uster, Aargau, St. Gallen, Bern and Basel. For Ticino (Lugano, Mendrisio), French-speaking Switzerland (Geneva, Lausanne, Fribourg), Valais (Sion) and Grisons (Chur, Davos) shipping within 24-48 hours with partner couriers (Swiss Post, Planzer, Galliker). No cold chain required: ideal for stock orders by professional customers.
Who It Is For
Pastry labs, restaurants, pizzerias, gelaterie, hotels, delicatessens, Italian grocery stores and demanding home cooks. The 10 x 1 kg carton format allows rational stock management by station, while the resealable bag keeps the product fresh during daily service.
