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title: "Calissons, Aix-en-Provence — GetMap"
description: "Its almond paste hides candied melon. Almond paste and candied melon make the soft center of this traditional Aix confection. Each small sweet has a…"
source: https://getmap.travel/quests/ChIJi-MurqKNyRIRy7JclMp57XE
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# Calissons

Its almond paste hides candied melon

Food · 🇫🇷 Aix-en-Provence · one place, one stop

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Almond paste and candied melon make the soft center of this traditional Aix confection. Each small sweet has a pointed oval shape and a thin layer of white royal icing on top, giving it a smooth, pale finish.

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