Calisson

Calissons are a confection of Provence in the form of a Weberschiffchens, with almonds and candied melons and oranges.

The calissons to be incurred in 1473. The chef of the Duke René of Anjou, they should have done to his wedding. It is said that he had wanted so that the future Duchess bring joy, as I grieved him her sad looking.

Since the 16th century are the calissons Aix than known specialty from Aix -en- Provence.