How Did the Modern Macaron Become What It Is

By History of Simple Things

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How were macarons invented? In this episode of History of Simple Things, we explore the fascinating history of the macaron—from its early almond-based biscuit forms to its transformation into the colorful French sandwich pastry we know today. We’ll look at the uncertain origins of macarons, the famous Catherine de’ Medici story, the rise of filled macarons in Paris, and the role of pastry houses like Ladurée in popularizing the modern version. Suggested by @sasusermc3075—thank you for the fascinating suggestion! 00:03 How Were Macarons Invented 01:06 The Early Almond Biscuit 01:51 Catherine de’ Medici and the Macaron Story 02:35 How the Recipe Spread and Changed 03:21 The Birth of the Sandwich Macaron 04:01 Ladurée and the Modern Macaron 05:58 The Macaron’s Centuries-Long Evolution 06:33 So Who Really Invented Macarons #HistoryOfSimpleThings #Macaron #FoodHistory #FrenchFood #DessertHistory

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