Since their discovery, humans from all different regions around the world have been enjoying the delicious and nutrious benefits of nuts. The ancient Greeks and Romans were fond of the walnut, Native Americans enjoyed the pecan, and the ancient Chinese placed the hazelnut among the five sacred nourishments God bestowed upon human beings.
When chocolate was first invented during the 17th century, it only seemed natural to put these two delicious foods together into one amazing snack. Celebrate National Chocolate Covered Nuts Day with your favorite chocolate and nut combination! So have a bag-full-o-chocolate-covered-nuts!