I’ve enjoyed halva since I was a child, and the main brands I buy are Cypressa and Sunita, both of which come in an open-ended carton that slides off to reveal a thin foil lid that produces a distinctive, tinny, “crinkle crup crick” noise when prised open. I find it hard not to devour an entire block in one go – though, in my defence, the packs are usually small – just 75g or so – but it’s still a lot of sugar to consume in a day. I always start with the best intentions, snapping off a small corner, then another, slowly nibbling my way through until I realise, with some guilt and a definite sugar rush, that I’ve finished off the whole block. I prefer halva made with honey, because it somehow feels more nutritious whether it is or not, but anyway, honey adds flavour.
