‘You’ll notice the difference’: French almond makers take on US growers

‘You’ll notice the difference’: French almond makers take on US growers



The scent of marzipan wafts through the air as confectioners from a century-old company in southern France prepare calissons, one of Provence’s famed sweets made from candied melon and crushed almonds.

French producers have, over the past decade, sought to revive almond production, and the traditional gourmet treat – first introduced in Provence under King Rene in the 15th century – is now increasingly made with locally grown almonds.



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