Tunisian Pastry - Makroud

Tunisian Pastry - Makroud

Year
2025
Face Value
0.90
Mint Value
0.59 €
Used Value
0.25 €
Print Run
300000
Themes
Craftsmanship
This stamp illustrates “Makroud”, king of Tunisian pastries and pride of the holy city of Kairouan, whose fame extends beyond borders. The illustration presents semolina diamonds filled with dates and topped with honey, symbolizing the generosity of the Tunisian land and the ingenuity of traditional preservation techniques. Through this theme, Tunisia celebrates a pillar of its culinary identity, recognized for its alliance of textures and flavors which has accompanied moments of sharing and religious festivals for centuries.