Botanically, a coconut is the seed of a drupe and, unlike hazelnuts or walnuts, is not a true nut. Coconuts are incredibly versatile. They can be used fresh, dried, or frozen, and their many ...

Coconut's true nature explains why they're so versatile—and why they’re called the “Tree of Life.” Botanically, a coconut is the seed of a drupe and, unlike hazelnuts or walnuts, is not a true nut.

Audrey Morgan is a senior editor at Food & Wine with over eight years of experience covering food and drinks. She has held staff positions at Liquor.com and Food Network Magazine, and her work has ...

Green coconuts are the same variety as the brown, hairy ones with which you may be more familiar. Both come from the coconut palm (Cocos nucifera) (1). The difference lies in the age of the coconut.

The only thing better than a good recipe? When something's so easy to make that you don't even need one. Welcome to It's That Simple, a column where we talk you through the process of making the ...

Botanically, a coconut is the seed of a drupe and, unlike hazelnuts or walnuts, is not a true nut. Coconuts are incredibly versatile. They can be used fresh, dried, or frozen, and their many ...