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Parisienne
B tier
Parisienne is a French-named English walnut cultivar found in European variety lists for table kernels with classic J. regia character. Expect sweet-bitter, oily meats good for baking, snacks, and finishing dishes when the harvest is fresh and storage was cool. The name suggests French market identity more than a radically unique flavour family. Freeze surplus, toast lightly for salads, and pick shell grit carefully after cracking. Major tree-nut allergen rules apply. Compare with Franquette when buying premium French walnuts—Parisienne is less ubiquitous but still part of the French cultivar landscape. Taste a handful before grinding into butter or paste.
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Parisienne was recognised among French walnut cultivar names.
French orchard lists maintained Parisienne for regional production.
Specialty catalogues still include Parisienne among French walnut types.