Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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
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
