Murray's Cheese just got in these very weird, very unique walnuts. They're picked from the tree when still soft and young. The shells haven't hardened yet so they are eaten whole, shell and all. The texture is unlike anything I've ever had, and hard to describe. Firm but tender, and different with each layer. The flavor is rich and meaty (in a good, sweet kind of way), but a with strong clove, cinnamon, and allspice taste. My first thought was that they just tasted like the spiced sugary liquid that they float in, but upon reading the ingredients I learned that all those hints of spice actually come from the nut itself. The syrup is simply sugar and citric acid, nothing else added. Because they're incredibly sweet, I like them best sliced very thinly over tart yogurt or fresh ricotta.
You can get them at Murray's Cheese or on their website. If you're nearby, ask for a sample. If you get lucky they might have a jar open, waiting just for you.
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