Bon Dates (photo courtesy of www.sweetpillar.com)
Dates are all-natural dried fruits commonly known as “Nature’s Candy.” Although sweet, Medjool dates are very nutritional, topping the list for their antioxidant capacity by weight in comparison of other fruits and vegetables. In the midst of the cultural shift towards a healthier diet, dates have become increasingly popular in the mainstream public, but in the Middle East, where dates have been around for centuries, they have always been a staple of a Middle Eastern diet.
The Medjool date is the oldest known cultivated tree crop dating back more than 5,000 years. They have sustained the nomadic peoples of the Middle Eastern and North African desert. Ancient writings depict date palms growing in Egypt in the fifth century B.C. and have been found in clay jars in the tombs of Pharaohs, placed to give them sustenance in their trip to the afterworld.
An essential part of the holy month of Ramadan, a traditional Ramadan iftar table is not complete without a date and glass of water to start the breaking of fast.
Bon Dates (photo courtesy of www.sweetpillar.com)
With such a historical and religious significance coupled with its natural sweetness, one company, Sweet Pillar & Co. decided to make these delicious treats available to the public. A gourmet company based out of Beverly Hills, CA, famous for their “Bon Dates;” chocolate covered, walnut stuffed Medjool dates, combines these historically delicious sweets with modernly traditional packaging to offer great gifts for family, friends or oneself.
Bon Dates (photo courtesy of www.sweetpillar.com)
During Ramadan, Sweet Pillar & Co. offers a line of gift boxes filled with Bon Dates as the ultimate iftar hostess gift. This newly-founded company takes the lead in organic, healthy yet sinfully delicious treats also offering wedding favors, baby shower favors, and Christmas gifts through the company’s website at www.sweetpillar.com. For more information visit www.sweetpillar.com
Published in The Independent Monitor September 2009 issue.
No related posts.
Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
