Lacabòn Explained

Lacabòn
Alternate Name:Lecabòn
Country:Italy
Region:Alessandria, Piedmont
Type:Confectionery

Lacabòn or lecabòn is an Italian candy originating in the city of Alessandria, in the Piedmont region.

It is made in shape of a stick by kneading honey with sugar.

Lacabòn is sold on Saint Anthony's Day (17 January), and especially on Saint Lucy's Day (13 December) in the piazzetta of the same name.

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