August 30, 2026

In Syria, this almond-and-sugar sweet paste (whose name derives from the Arabic word for almond) is a traditional confection. In Austria, it forms the core of the famous Mozartkugeln, balls of it dipped in dark chocolate. Which sweet connects the two countries?

A Fondue
B Marzipan
C Märzen
D Meringue

Marzipan is popular across Europe and the Middle East, and Lübeck in northern Germany claims the title of the world capital of marzipan. It is often molded into fruits or figurines and dyed with edible colors.

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