Every February 16, World Almond Day is celebrated, a day for recognizing and appreciating this nut that has been present in various cultures and culinary traditions throughout history.<\/p>\n
Its origin dates back to Central Asia and the Middle East. Its domestication is thought to have begun more than 4,000 years ago, when the first civilizations selected sweet varieties suitable for human consumption. Over time, its cultivation expanded towards the Mediterranean, where the climate was ideal for its development.<\/p>\n
During the Middle Ages, almonds became an essential ingredient in European cuisine, especially in confectionery, for the preparation of desserts and jams. Its versatility made it popular among the noble classes, consolidating it as a high- value product<\/strong>. In Spain, almonds are the main ingredient of traditional sweets such as nougat and marzipan, the latter of which has a prestigious Denomination of Origin in Toledo.<\/p>\n