Irreplaceable as an addition to cakes, desserts, breakfasts, preserves and drinks. They have a honey color, interesting texture and wonderful sweet taste. They also compose perfectly with dry dishes, salads, meats and cheeses. They give dishes not only sweetness, but also exquisiteness and originality, turning an ordinary baguette with cheese into an exceptional appetizer. Ripened in the southern sun, thanks to the drying process, they gain durability and sweetness. They quickly provide energy, due to the simple sugars they contain. They contain large amounts of calcium, potassium and vitamin B6. They are also a source of fiber. They do not lose any nutrients as a result of drying; on the contrary, after water evaporation, the amount of valuable substances increases up to four times. They are a source of mineral salts and organic acids, carotene and protein. They have been used almost since time immemorial not only in culinary arts, but also in natural medicine. Used as a substitute for coffee, and wine made from them was known as early as the sixth millennium BC. They can be stored for up to a year and used not only as an ingredient of dishes, but also as a medicinal infusion or even an aphrodisiac.