Did you know? The ancient Romans used to throw almonds at newlyweds to ensure numerous and healthy offspring. From around 1350, the custom developed in Italy of giving five almonds with sugar icing at weddings. Each of the white almonds symbolizes a characteristic of a happy marriage: health, prosperity, joy, fertility and longevity. #funfacts #almonds #maxchocolatier #knowledge #foodlovers #chocolatelovers