Almonds are perhaps the most versatile nut in the world. Whatever the meal course, and whatever the ethnic cuisine, there’s bound to be an almond form or culinary technique to fit. They have a delicious rich nut flavour and can be enjoyed on their own or toasted as a nutritious snack in a lunchbox, as a garnish for cheese platters, or with cocktails before dinner. They add excellent texture to baking and are perfect in chocolate almond bark, dipped in chocolate, added to ice cream, or used in cakes and cookies.