Corsica has numerous sweet chestnut tree forests. Sweet chestnut flour is made in the traditional way and used as an ingredient in numerous dishes, like polenta, a typically Corsican dish that makes a fantastic accompaniment to the island's specialities, such as delicatessen meats, cooked meats with a sauce and omelettes...
The village of Bocognano is well-known for its chestnut fair that takes place in December.