Description

Two lovers, Almond and Lavender, together during a dreamy morning. Almond is the bed on which they lie. It is the flesh and warm embrace. Lavender is the breeze from the window. It is wisps of hair tickling the skin. Both are soft, calming. One is milky earth. The other, ethereal. They remind us the waiting is worth it.

Looking back through time and place… In ancient China, humans began cultivating almonds. By 500 BC almond trees found themselves thriving all around the Mediterranean. Interestingly, almond is not actually a nut but is technically a stone fruit. Prized for its protein, it is also an adored flavor and aroma in desserts and baked treats, such as marzipan.

A flower in the mint family, lavender has been used across civilizations for both practical and esoteric purposes. Its calming effect has made it a prominent herb in aromatherapy. Herbs de Provence, a spice blend born in Southern France, is a popular culinary application.