This attractive tin of calissons and fruit jellies in a pretty checkerboard pattern (‘damier’) would make a lovely gift… or an indulgent treat!

These two types of gourmet confectionery are traditional to – and much loved – in Provence. Calissons are made with finely ground almonds and candied fruit, topped with a thin layer of icing. Their texture is smooth and soft and their flavour can be likened to a quality marzipan, but with a fruitier, melon-like flavour and not overly sweet.

The fruit jellies are known as ‘pâtes de fruits’ and are made with natural fruit pulp and natural fruit flavours, including apricot, raspberry and blueberry. With their high fruit content, these soft and chewy sweets have wonderful fruit aromas and intensely fruity flavours.

Biscuiterie de Provence and sister brand Le Petit Duc are based near Avignon in the south of France. They make a wonderful array of cakes, traditional confectionery and sweet and savoury biscuits. Using the finest quality ingredients, they craft Provençal specialities and their own take on classic recipes. Read the story behind Biscuiterie de Provence in our blog.