Chilgoza — Afghan Pine Nuts in Shell (Jalghoza) | Pinus Gerardiana
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- 250g - $24.95
- 500g - $44.95
- 1kg - $84.95
- 3kgs - $244.95
- 5kgs - $389.95
- 10kgs - $759.95
Chilgoza — Afghan Pine Nuts in Shell (Jalghoza) | Pinus Gerardiana
Thank you for choosing Ghafori Foods! We are committed to ensuring your order is processed and delivered as quickly and efficiently as possible. Below, you’ll find all the details about our shipping process, delivery options, and policies.
ORDER PROCESSING TIME
All orders are processed within 1 to 3 business days (excluding weekends and holidays) after receiving your order confirmation email. You will receive another notification when your order has shipped.
DOMESTIC SHIPPING RATES AND ESTIMATES
Shipping charges for your order will be calculated and displayed at checkout. We offer fast and reliable shipping across Canada to ensure your dried fruits and nuts arrive fresh and on time.
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING
We are proud to offer international shipping to the following countries:
- USA
- UK
- Germany
- France
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Jordan
- Qatar
- Turkey
- Russia
- Iran
- Uzbekistan
- Kyrgyzstan
- China
- Pakistan
- India
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SHIPPING CHARGES:
Shipping charges for your order will be calculated and displayed at checkout.
CUSTOMS AND IMPORT DUTIES:
Your order may be subject to import duties and taxes (including VAT), which are incurred once a shipment reaches your destination country. Ghafori Foods is not responsible for these charges, and they are the customer’s responsibility.
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WHOLESALE ORDERS
For wholesale customers, we offer specialized shipping solutions to meet your business needs. Here’s what you can expect:
1. PROCESSING TIME:
Wholesale orders are typically processed within 3 to 5 business days after confirmation. Larger orders (e.g., full container loads) may require additional time for preparation and quality checks.
2. SHIPPING METHODS:
Standard Shipping: Wholesale orders are shipped via reliable freight carriers to ensure timely delivery. Transit times vary based on destination.
Expedited Shipping: Available upon request for faster delivery. Additional charges may apply.
3. DELIVERY TIMEFRAMES:
Domestic (Canada): Delivery typically takes 5 to 10 business days after processing.
International: Delivery typically takes 10 to 20 business days after processing, depending on the destination and customs clearance.
4. CUSTOMS AND DUTIES FOR INTERNATIONAL WHOLESALE ORDERS:
Wholesale orders shipped internationally may be subject to customs duties, taxes, and import fees. These charges are the responsibility of the buyer.
5. TRACKING AND NOTIFICATIONS:
Once your wholesale order ships, you will receive a tracking number and regular updates to monitor your shipment’s progress.
6. MINIMUM ORDER QUANTITY (MOQ):
Wholesale orders require a minimum purchase quantity. Contact us at info@ghaforifoods.com for details.
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HOW DO I CHECK THE STATUS OF MY ORDER?
- When your order has shipped, you will receive an email notification with a tracking number to check its status.
- Please allow 48 hours for the tracking information to become available.
- If you haven’t received your order within 10 days of receiving your shipping confirmation email, please contact us at info@ghaforifoods.com with your name and order number, and we will assist you.
REFUNDS, RETURNS, AND EXCHANGES
Returns:
We accept returns up to 30 days after delivery, provided the item is unused and in its original condition. We will refund the full order amount minus the shipping costs for the return.
Damaged Items:
If your order arrives damaged, please email us as soon as possible at info@ghaforifoods.com with your order number and a photo of the item’s condition. We address these issues on a case-by-case basis and will work towards a satisfactory solution.
Return Policy:
For more information, please refer to our Return Policy Page.
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CONTACT US
If you have any further questions about our shipping policy or wholesale orders, please don’t hesitate to contact us at info@ghaforifoods.com. We’re here to help!
PRODUCT DETAILS
Chilgoza — the winter nut of Afghanistan
Chilgoza — also called jalghoza or chilghoza — is the seed of Pinus gerardiana, the chilgoza pine that grows wild in the high forests of eastern Afghanistan and across the Hindu Kush. These are pine nuts still in the shell: long, slender, ivory kernels inside a thin tan shell you crack open by hand.
If you grew up in an Afghan, Pakistani or northern Indian household, you already know this nut. It arrives when the weather turns. A bowl of chilgoza by the sandali, cracked one at a time through a long winter evening, is less a snack than a season.
Why chilgoza costs what it costs
Chilgoza cannot be farmed. The trees grow wild at altitude, the cones are collected by hand by families who climb for them, and the harvest comes once a year — a few short weeks in autumn. There is no second crop and no way to hurry it.
That scarcity is the whole story. It is why chilgoza has always been the most expensive nut on the dry-fruit shop counter, and why the good stock is gone by February.
Ours is new-crop, single-origin Afghan chilgoza — lightly roasted in the shell, nothing added.
How to eat them
Crack the shell between your teeth or with light finger pressure, the way you would open a sunflower seed, and eat the kernel whole. They arrive lightly roasted and ready to eat straight from the bag.
To wake them up, warm them in a dry pan over medium heat for 3–4 minutes, shaking often, until they smell nutty. Let them cool before cracking — the shells split more cleanly cold. No oil, no salt needed.
Keeping them fresh
Chilgoza is high in natural oil, which is what gives it that flavour — and what turns it if you leave it in a warm cupboard. Store cool, dark and airtight. Past a month, refrigerate. For the whole season, freeze.
Sizes and per-kilo value
| Size | Price | Per kg |
|---|---|---|
| 250g | $24.95 | $99.80/kg |
| 500g | $44.95 | $89.90/kg |
| 1kg | $84.95 | $84.95/kg |
| 3kg | $244.95 | $81.65/kg |
| 5kg | $389.95 | $77.99/kg |
| 10kg | $759.95 | $76.00/kg |
New to chilgoza, or buying a gift? Start with 250g. Buying for the season? The 1kg is the value point — and orders $75+ ship free anywhere in Canada, so every 1kg order qualifies.
Wholesale
We supply chilgoza to grocers, dry-fruit shops, restaurants and caterers across the GTA and Canada-wide, from 3kg up to full cases. New-crop allocations are limited each season — get in early. Use the Get a Wholesale Quote button above.
SHIPPING & RETURNS
Thank you for choosing Ghafori Foods! We are committed to ensuring your order is processed and delivered as quickly and efficiently as possible. Below, you’ll find all the details about our shipping process, delivery options, and policies.
ORDER PROCESSING TIME
All orders are processed within 1 to 3 business days (excluding weekends and holidays) after receiving your order confirmation email. You will receive another notification when your order has shipped.
DOMESTIC SHIPPING RATES AND ESTIMATES
Shipping charges for your order will be calculated and displayed at checkout. We offer fast and reliable shipping across Canada to ensure your dried fruits and nuts arrive fresh and on time.
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING
We are proud to offer international shipping to the following countries:
- USA
- UK
- Germany
- France
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Jordan
- Qatar
- Turkey
- Russia
- Iran
- Uzbekistan
- Kyrgyzstan
- China
- Pakistan
- India
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SHIPPING CHARGES:
Shipping charges for your order will be calculated and displayed at checkout.
CUSTOMS AND IMPORT DUTIES:
Your order may be subject to import duties and taxes (including VAT), which are incurred once a shipment reaches your destination country. Ghafori Foods is not responsible for these charges, and they are the customer’s responsibility.
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WHOLESALE ORDERS
For wholesale customers, we offer specialized shipping solutions to meet your business needs. Here’s what you can expect:
1. PROCESSING TIME:
Wholesale orders are typically processed within 3 to 5 business days after confirmation. Larger orders (e.g., full container loads) may require additional time for preparation and quality checks.
2. SHIPPING METHODS:
Standard Shipping: Wholesale orders are shipped via reliable freight carriers to ensure timely delivery. Transit times vary based on destination.
Expedited Shipping: Available upon request for faster delivery. Additional charges may apply.
3. DELIVERY TIMEFRAMES:
Domestic (Canada): Delivery typically takes 5 to 10 business days after processing.
International: Delivery typically takes 10 to 20 business days after processing, depending on the destination and customs clearance.
4. CUSTOMS AND DUTIES FOR INTERNATIONAL WHOLESALE ORDERS:
Wholesale orders shipped internationally may be subject to customs duties, taxes, and import fees. These charges are the responsibility of the buyer.
5. TRACKING AND NOTIFICATIONS:
Once your wholesale order ships, you will receive a tracking number and regular updates to monitor your shipment’s progress.
6. MINIMUM ORDER QUANTITY (MOQ):
Wholesale orders require a minimum purchase quantity. Contact us at info@ghaforifoods.com for details.
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HOW DO I CHECK THE STATUS OF MY ORDER?
- When your order has shipped, you will receive an email notification with a tracking number to check its status.
- Please allow 48 hours for the tracking information to become available.
- If you haven’t received your order within 10 days of receiving your shipping confirmation email, please contact us at info@ghaforifoods.com with your name and order number, and we will assist you.
REFUNDS, RETURNS, AND EXCHANGES
Returns:
We accept returns up to 30 days after delivery, provided the item is unused and in its original condition. We will refund the full order amount minus the shipping costs for the return.
Damaged Items:
If your order arrives damaged, please email us as soon as possible at info@ghaforifoods.com with your order number and a photo of the item’s condition. We address these issues on a case-by-case basis and will work towards a satisfactory solution.
Return Policy:
For more information, please refer to our Return Policy Page.
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CONTACT US
If you have any further questions about our shipping policy or wholesale orders, please don’t hesitate to contact us at info@ghaforifoods.com. We’re here to help!
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