JORDAN ALMONDS:These are candy coated with a delicious almond in the 
center. They come in various pastel 
colors as shown in the photo or you may order them in all white. Jordan Almonds make great wedding favors, wrap a cluster in tulle tied with ribbon, or put some in decorative bags, or pour a handful into champagne glasses or glass candy dishes. You may want to attach a card with a note explaining the almonds' meaning so guests know the significance of having candy coated almonds.

WHY CANDY COATED ALMONDS: Ever wonder why do so many people have Jordan Almonds, as a the distinctive wedding treat? These elegant, sugarcoated candies are rich in flavor and in cultural meaning, particularly at Italian, Greek, and Middle Eastern weddings. Whether to use simply as decorative items or party favors, here's a little information on their symbolism.

THE GENERAL SIGNIFICANCE: Is fresh almonds have a bittersweet taste, which represents life. The sugarcoating is added with the hope that the newlyweds' life will be more sweet than bitter.

AT ITALIAN WEDDINGS: Five almonds signify five wishes for the bride and groom: health, wealth, happiness, fertility, and longevity. These almonds decorate each place setting as favors, tucked into attractive boxes or tulle bags called "bomboniere" that are customarily personalized with the couple's names and wedding date.

AT GREEK WEDDINGS: Sugarcoated almonds in traditional Greek weddings are called "koufetta" They are placed in small bags in odd numbers and are served on a silver tray. Odd numbers are indivisible, symbolizing how the newlyweds will share everything and remain undivided. Tradition holds that if an unmarried woman puts the almonds under her pillow, she'll dream of her future husband.

AT MIDDLE EASTERN WEDDINGS: Candy-covered almonds, considered "aphrodisiacs", and are always on hand for the wedding couple and party-goers. If you see many folks leaving the reception early, perhaps they have eaten too many to soon!