The Saga of Macaron
Category
Food & Cuisines
Era / Tenure
Historic Legacy
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ORIGINS & BACKGROUND
Profile & Early Foundations
A macaron ( MAK-ə-RON, French: [makaʁɔ̃] ) or French macaroon ( MAK-ə-ROON) is a sweet meringue-based confection made with egg white, icing sugar, granulated sugar, almond meal, and often food colouring. Since the 19th century, a typical Parisian-style macaron has been filled with a ganache, buttercream or jam.
THE JOURNEY & BREAKTHROUGHS
Major Works & Significant Milestones
As baked, the circular macaron displays a smooth, square-edged top, a ruffled circumference—referred to as the "crown" or "foot" (or "pied")—and a flat base.
Key Milestone & Career Defining Moment
Since the 19th century, a typical Parisian-style macaron has been filled with a ganache, buttercream or jam.
