Marzipan Candy Ring An ideal hostess gift, the Marzipan Ring is suitable for up to 25 people when served in thin slices. Presented individually in this way on a small dish, the extra fine marzipan surrounded by rich dark chocolate looks wonderful and is the perfect complement to coffee or other refreshments. The ring’s embossed top and colorful flower accents make an elegant presentation that is well suited for both informal gatherings and fancy dinners. Why not buy two, one for the party and one for the family to enjoy later. Marzipan Candy Ring, 11.5 oz., $25.00 plus shipping and handling.

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Hermine’s Old World Confections
2415 N. Government Way
Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814
Phone & Fax: (208) 664-9580

Marzipan Potatoes Yet another popular confection in our line, the marzipan potatoes are as delightful to view as they are to eat. We hand shape them from marzipan to look like miniature Idaho spuds, complete with the potato “eyes.” They are then rolled in pure cocoa powder to simulate the earth, and are strikingly realistic. The taste of the unsweetened cocoa dusting mixes perfectly with the richness of the marzipan for an unparalleled sensation. Since the potato is the official state vegetable of our home state of Idaho, this is a most fitting product for us to produce. It is a favorite with our customers, both locals and tourists! They make a wonderful edible souvenir! We present them six to a clear gift box, or in a genuine miniature burlap bag in a real wood crate. Marzipan Potatoes – Box of Six (6 oz.) – $12 plus shipping and handling. Extra charge for potatoes packaged in wooden crate, please call us for pricing.

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Hermine’s Old World Confections
2415 N. Government Way
Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814
Phone & Fax: (208) 664-9580

Marzipan “2005″ Truffle	Marzipan Candy Apples	Hazelnut Bars
Lebkuchen	Marzipan Candy Logs	Marzipan Potatoes
Family owned and operated, Kevin and Hermine Sittel Kubista	Marzipan Candy Ring	Our shop in Coeur d’Alene

Hermine’s Old World Confections have earned numerous ribbons. A feast of traditional recipes from the “Old Country”, the signature “2005” Truffle pictured above is a scrumptious combination of marzipan, hazelnuts and nougat covered in dark chocolate. All Hermine’s confections are hand made in her commercial kitchen with fresh ingredients. What could be more appropriate for Idaho than Hermine’s creative artistry for her “U.S. #1 Idaho potatoes, hand sculpted of marzipan and rolled in cocoa powder to simulate the earth.

Revel in authentic Lebkuchen (German honeycakes), made with honey, spices and unbleached flour. In her Coeur d’Alene shop, Hermine is Open Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, closed Thurs. Call for special orders—and catering of delicious truffles and other specialties for weddings, parties and events.

Hermine’s Old World Confections
2415 N. Government Way
Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814
Phone & Fax: (208) 664-9580

Lebkuchen Hearts in Chocolate Another mainstay, this perennial favorite is based on the traditional German honeycake or cookie. It consists mainly of honey, five different spices and unbleached flour. Lebkuchen was developed in Germany in the 14th century to be a naturally-preserved food for traveling monks. To the small heart shapes that Hermine makes for her version, she then adds a delicious covering of dark chocolate that enhances the honey and spice taste, and tops it off with an almond which has been hand roasted by in her kitchen. Also you can special order many larger sizes of lebkuchen hearts, as well as simple rectangles, covered in either chocolate or with a plain lemon glaze, and nicely decorated with almonds. Hermine’s lebkuchen products are certified by the National Honey Board and they proudly display their mark. Lebkuchen Hearts – One Bag (5 oz.) – $8.50 plus shipping and handling.

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Hermine’s Old World Confections
2415 N. Government Way
Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814
Phone & Fax: (208) 664-9580

Marzipan Candy Logs This is a very generous helping of marzipan, covered in dark chocolate. Our marzipan is soft and flavorful, never hard and dried out as is often the case with lesser product containing fillers and an excess of inexpensive sugar. It has a high content of finely ground nutmeat, and is just sweet enough to be satisfying without tasting syrupy. The almond and chocolate flavor is delicious with the complimentary taste of coffee, as are all our marzipan products. Marzipan Candy Log – One Log (6 oz.) – $12 plus shipping and handling.

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Hermine’s Old World Confections
2415 N. Government Way
Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814
Phone & Fax: (208) 664-9580

Hazelnut Bars A mainstay of Hermine’s product line for many years, this bar has a twist molding on the top for visual interest. The hazelnuts used to make it are roasted and finely ground in Hermine’s kitchen, and add a distinctive and delicious nutty flavor to the dark chocolate coating. Many customers find that this classic taste is their favorite of all the types of chocolate we produce. Our Hazelnut Bars make wonderful gifts and will liven up any social gathering. Hazelnut Bars – Box of Three (12 oz.) – $24 plus shipping and handling.

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Hermine’s Old World Confections
2415 N. Government Way
Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814
Phone & Fax: (208) 664-9580

Another possible geographic origin is Toledo, Spain (850-900, though more probably 1150 during the reign of Alfonso VII, then known as Postre Regio instead of Mazapán) and Sicily (1193, known as panis martius or marzapane, i.e. March Bread). In both cases, there is a reason to believe that there is a clear Arabic influence for historical reasons(both regions were under Muslim control) and there are also mentions in The Book of One Thousand and One Nights of an almond paste eaten during Ramadan and as an aphrodisiac. Other sources establish the origin of marzipan in China, from where the recipe moved on to the Middle East and then to Europe through Al-Andalus. In Toledo, Mazapán is also one of the city’s products. Almonds have to be at least 50% of the total weight, following the directives of Mazapan de Toledo regulator counseil.

Historically, the city of Königsberg in East Prussia was renowned for its Marzipan production. Today, the term Königsberger Marzipan refers to a special type of Marzipan in Germany.
The EU mapped in marzipan. Made by the Budapest Marzipan MuseumUnder EU law, marzipan must have a minimum almond oil content of 14% and a maximum moisture content of 8.5%. Optional additional ingredients are rosewater, honey, pistachios, preservatives, and sometimes hazelnut. In the U.S., marzipan is not officially defined, but it is generally made with a higher ratio of sugar to almonds than almond paste. One brand, for instance, has 28% almonds in its marzipan, and 45% almonds in its almond paste. However, in Sweden and Finland “almond paste” refers to a marzipan that contains 50% ground almonds, a much higher quality than regular marzipan.

Marzipan Candy Apples These apples are a visual delight! Our apples are formed from the same high-quality, handcrafted marzipan that we produce for all our products, and then they are enrobed in delicious dark chocolate. They are individually wrapped in bright red foil and topped with a decorative miniature apple “leaf.” (Also available wrapped in green foil for you Granny Smith lovers.) This is a lovely presentation and well-suited for gifts, weddings or other social events. Marzipan Candy Apples – Box of Eight (8 oz.) – $28 plus shipping and handling.

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Hermine’s Old World Confections
2415 N. Government Way
Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814
Phone & Fax: (208) 664-9580

Hermine’s Old World Confections was founded in 1988 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho by Hermine Sittle. Hermine immigrated to the United States in 1963 as the bride of an American soldier. As she settled into life in America, she often remembered when she was a child and young woman in Germany, and how much she adored Marzipan candies which were a luxury at the time and prohibitively expensive.

One piece of knowledge Hermine brought with her from Germany was how to make Marzipan, and she never lost her love for creating savory Marzipan recipes. Finally, she felt compelled to offer her extraordinary candies to discerning customers which led to the opening of her Coeur d’Alene store.  Prior to opening, she consulted with experts at Washington State University and received confirmation that her candy is safe and wholesome.

Over the years, Hermine has had so many loyal and returning customers that she has decided to open up her state of the art kitchen to the world through MarzipanLove.Com.

Hermine sends her love to you through her marvelous culinary creativity and hopes you’ll revel in the experience.