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THE CONFETTI ALMOND TRADITION Giving confetti almonds as wedding favours goes as far back as the Roman Empire. Since then, this tasty tradition has travelled through generations and continents, making its way to North America. The confetti was once prepared with honey, but over time, this delicate sweet evolved to a fine sugar coated almond called confetti almonds, also known as Jordan almonds. There is significant symbolism behind this popular treat. The bittersweetness of the almond combined with the sugary taste of the coating represents the desire for the newlywed's life to be sweet rather than bitter. It also embodies the wedding vow ‘for better or worse’ and how having someone sweet in your life helps make bad times seem better.
Five sugared almonds for each guest to eat The custom of giving exactly five confetti almonds symbolizes five wishes for the newlyweds: health, wealth, happiness, fertility and longevity. The number five is an odd number, and being indivisible, represents the inseparable and unbreakable bond between the bride and groom. It signifies that newlyweds must share everything, and stand undivided in their lifetime together. Confetti almond colour tradition: White - wedding and bridal shower Silver - 25th anniversary Gold - 50th anniversary Green - engagement Pink - baptism, christening, and baby shower Blue - baptism, christening, and baby shower Yellow - baby shower Lilac - same sex marriage Red - graduation These symbolic and historic almonds are available in a wide array of colours that were traditionally assigned to specific life events. While the custom of offering confetti almonds as favours is still strong today, the colour of the confetti is no longer chosen according to the type of event. Nowadays, colours can be selected according to personal colour preferences, or to match the theme of the event. These versatile sweets can so be given as a token of appreciation to the guests at rehearsal dinners, confirmations, first communions, and even corporate events!
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