Italian Wedding Candy
Brimming with tradition, Italian weddings follow a wide variety of traditional customs and rituals. Along with throwing confetti, shattering a wine glass and enjoying traditional Italian food, Italian wedding candy is also featured at many weddings. These sweet treats are served at the dessert table or presented to guests as wedding favors.
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Identification
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According to LifeInItaly.com, Italian wedding candy is found at both the wedding ceremony and the wedding reception. In fact, wedding guests commonly tie candy-covered almonds in small mesh bags and throw them into the air as the newlyweds leave the church. The wedding reception will also feature Italian wedding candy. The candy is commonly found at each place setting and featured on the dessert table with a variety of other sweets.
Jordan Almonds
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Jordan almonds are candy-covered almonds that can be found in a wide variety of colors. Occasionally known as "sugared almonds" or "confetti," these sweet treats represent five wishes for the newlyweds. According to Jordan Almonds, Italian weddings commonly use Jordan almonds as wedding favors. Each guest receives a small mesh bags containing five Jordan Almonds. These five almonds represent "health, wealth, happiness, fertility and longevity."
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Amorini Hearts
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In addition to sugared almonds, popular Italian wedding candies also include Amorini hearts. These candies feature a chocolate heart covered in a sugared candy coating. As explained by Jordan Almonds, the name translates to "little loves" in Italian. The candies are either tied into small mesh bags and used as wedding favors or placed in large bowls on the dessert table. Amorini Hearts are available in a wide variety of colors in both small and large sizes.
Chocolate Fountain
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Italian wedding receptions might also feature a chocolate fountain. This display features warm melted chocolate flowing over multiple tiers into a small pool at the bottom. A platter of fresh fruits accompanies the chocolate fountain. Strawberries, bananas, pineapple, apple slices and melons are dipped into the chocolate before eating.
Alternatives
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Although a variety of candies are commonly served at Italian weddings, they are not the only desserts featured. Most Italian wedding receptions include bow ties, which are twists of fried dough that are covered with powdered sugar. Other popular desserts include pastries, fruits and cake. Additionally, a cookie tower is also featured at many Italian weddings. Wedding guests participate in a dance around the cookie table; as they pass the table, they grab a cookie to enjoy.
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