Traditions of Jordan Almonds 

Traditions of Jordan Almonds

For hundreds of years, the gift of sugar-coated Jordan Almonds has been a traditional European wedding favor, especially in Italy, France and Greece, where they are also known as Jordan almonds or Almond dragees. The French particularly prefer French almond dragees. These white Jordan Almonds have found its way into containers that range from simple Organza Bags to Silver Favor Tins. It is most famous as part of the Italian "bonbonniere" or confetti favor, which is a presentation of 3 or 5 almonds wrapped in tulle and tied with a bow. The number of almonds in the favor is important; as to not bring bad luck upon the new couple. Today, the tradition to give sugared sweets as wedding favors has grown to include their fabrication in lovely tulle and silk flowers created in Italy, and known as Confetti Flowers. (Confetti is from the word confection.) Five almonds can also be incorporated into Ribbon Flowers, also known as Coccarde Favors. They are sold as Organza Ribbon Flower Favors for weddings

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