Italian Word of the Day: Caldarroste

Meaning: Roasted chestnuts

Part of Speech: noun

Translation: The aroma of roasted chestnuts fills the streets in October.

Context: L'aroma delle caldarroste riempie le strade in ottobre.

Cultural nugget: Caldarroste are a quintessential Italian autumn treat. Traditionally, they're roasted over an open fire in a special perforated pan called a 'padella,' and sold in paper cones on street corners throughout Italy.