It’s National Almond Day! Commonly celebrated on February 16 every year, this is the perfect time to grab your favorite snack and reinvent your favorite dishes. But who knew that these little goodies could be good for your diet? So, let’s dig in and get ready to be amazed with astounding dishes you can try with almonds as your primary ingredients. We also added different marts and stores that you can order from. Let’s get going!
NATIONAL ALMOND DAY
Did you know that 80 percent of almonds produced all over the world are from California? But the fun part is that almonds started to be produced during 4000 B.C. along the Mediterranean Sea. They were also used as a tribute to King Tut in 1352 B.C.
Today, most of the dietitians and coaches bring this little man to their client’s diet table. Because of the health benefits it provides, the Food and Drug Administration suggested eating 1.5 ounces (about 42.52 g) of almonds to reduce the risk of heart disease in 2003. But why are almonds beneficial to your diet? Here’s the answer.
BENEFITS OF ADDING ALMOND TO YOUR DIET
The word almond comes from the Old French word ‘almande’ or ‘alemande’ and in Late Latin ‘amygdala’- similar to the part of the brain responsible for memory and decision making, the amygdala. That’s why it’s undeniable how good almonds are.
Using almonds as an alternative to your high-sugar carbs can increase your protein and fat intake for a day. According to Healthline, there are about 6 grams of protein and 24 grams of fat for every 1 ounce (about 28.35 g) of almond. It is also a good source of fiber, Vitamin E, Manganese, and Magnesium.
Moreover, if you’re struggling to control your blood sugar, almonds are the best answer. It contains a huge amount of magnesium which is helpful in sugar management and preventing metabolic syndrome and diabetes (Benediktsdóttir, 2023)
THIS IS WHERE YOU CAN BUY PREMIUM ALMOND
Pick your favorite almonds and dried fruits from Happy Life. They offer 200g, 1/2, and 1 kilo of nuts like peanuts, cashews, roasted almonds, raw walnuts, raw pecans, and pistachios. They also offer dried strawberries, pitted dates, pitted prunes, dried cranberries, dried blueberries, and many more.
Where to order? Here at LAHAT FOOD app. Just download the app on Google Play and Apple App Store. The good news is you can receive P100 LAHAT Points upon signing up. So, what are you waiting for? Order now and enjoy the almond craze.
BEST DISHES AND SNACKS TO TRY!
Breakfast
To celebrate National Almond Day, start your day with a good almond breakfast here at Cafe Janggeum. A Korean cafe located in Pasay Metro Manila. They are open to serve you from Mondays to Sundays. Here’s our recommended best combo for the Almond Day:
White Chocolate Almond Croissant: It’s Friday again, so we know you’re kinda lazy to work, study or even do the household chores. This is the best food to brighten up your day! A ray of sunshine from Cafe Janggeum’s White Chocolate Almond Croissant. Not just your ordinary croissant, as it is served with overflowing almonds for only P150. Order now!
Latte for the Win!: Partner your White Chocolate Almond Croissant with Cafe Janngeum highly recommended coffee drinks like their Cafe Latte, Vanilla Latte, and Cafe Mocha. Served hot or cold!
Spreads
Always miss your breakfast because of the busy schedule? Enjoy specially made almond spreads available at Artisan Emporium. They also have healthy and gluten-free breads to partner with your almond spreads. Here are the spreads you may try:
Pure Almond Butter (Sweetened): Have a bountiful oatmeal whenever you want, top it up with high protein Pure Almond Butter from Artisan Emporium for only P253.
Sugar-Free Pure Almond Butter: Another alternative for your high protein and sugar-free is their Sugar-Free Pure Almond Butter for only P264. Order now!
Lunch and Dinner Meals
Who could have guessed that almonds can also be enjoyed during your lunch and dinner time? Get ready to cross the Mediterranean seas and indulge in Middle Eastern cuisines from Hummus Elijah.
Hummus Elijah with Almond Sticks: Change your usual rice meal during lunch and taste the goodness of a Mediterranean meal once in a while. Try Hummus Elijah with Almond Sticks made with tahini, chickpeas, and virgin olive oil. Served with two pita breads and almonds on top.
Keto Hummus with Almond Sticks: In the Keto Diet? This is the best option for you! Presenting Hummus Elijah Keto Hummus with Almond Sticks. An egg-based hummus made with virgin oil, special herbs, and spices and then served with two keto pita bread and roasted almond sticks. Visit this link.
Dessert and Drinks
And lastly, we don’t forget to include the best almond desserts and drinks that you should devour on our app. From cookies to frappes, we all have it here! Here are the must-try sweet deals from Sweet Tooth by Tin Cleofas, Tita Vic’s Jin Fa Jia, and Quickly.
Choco Almond from Sweet Tooth by Tin Cleofas:
We just didn’t promote a healthy diet but also the enjoyable ones. Life would be better with a cookie crumble here at Sweet Tooth by Tin Cleofas. Take a bite with their Choco Almond cookie made of melty dark chocolate with sliced almonds. Try it today!
Almond Carrot Cake from Tita Vic’s:
Share the celebration of National Almond Day with the whole family. Make a good impression by serving the best delight from Tita Vic’s. Indulge with their best-seller Almond Carrot Cake. Other nuts pastries are also available in their store. Click here.
Mung Bean with Rich Milk & Almond Jelly from Jin Fa Jia:
Aside from cookies and pastries, we also offer almond drinks for you to enjoy. Taste the harmonious blend of premium tea from Jin Fa Jia. You can try their special almond tea like Mung Bean with Rich Milk & Almond Jelly for P145 and their Winter Melon Green Tea with Almond Jelly for P125. Read more.
Almond Shake from Quickly:
Beat the heat this tag-init with Quickly, a one-stop-shop for your delightful break located in Makati City. Slurp the goodness of their Almond Shake for only P85. Other shake fruit flavors like Blueberry, Green apple, Lychee, and many more are also available. For menu and prices, visit this link.
Make your National Almond Day fun!
There’s nothing wrong with enjoying your favorite sweets and favorite carb meals in your day, especially the stressful ones. But it’s also good to try alternatives without ignoring your cravings. Almond meals and desserts listed on this blog can be enjoyed using a food delivery app. They are all available on the LAHAT FOOD app. Click here to download the app on Google Play and Apple App Store. You can also try to make your original almond recipe; just don’t forget to tag us along on your social media accounts.
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References:
Ms, J. L. (2023, October 30). 9 Evidence-Based Health benefits of almonds. Healthline. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/9-proven-benefits-of-almonds#TOC_TITLE_HDR_11
Mabutas, V. (2023, August 11). National Almond Day. National Today. https://nationaltoday.com/national-almond-day/
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