Why Are Candied Almonds Associated With Weddings?
” In ancient Rome, almonds were an exotic and highly perishable item. Serving almonds to your guests developed as a great way to display your wealth. In the 17th century, French confectioners covered the almonds in hard sugar coatings for the royal court. This royal treatment also preserved them and invented Jordan Almonds as we know them today. The combination being at once sweet and bitter, became a metaphor for life which is filled with both tears and joy. Traditionally 5 white confetti candies fill the tulle sachets for an Italian “Bomboniere” wedding favor. Five almonds signify five wishes for the bride and groom: Health, Wealth, Happiness, Fertility and Longevity. Other variants on this tradition include giving as a favor the same number of pink and blue Jordon Almond candies as the number of children that the couple wishes to have. 3) Kim’s Wedding Tips! We recently tied those knots and have tips, tricks and trials to share: Shop around to get the best price on whatever favor yo
