Fresh figs from the farmers' market brought back sweet memories of fig picking. In Calabria, ripe figs are baked and made into balls called Palloni di Fichi or "fig soccer balls". Each pallone comprises 20-25 figs packed inside of dried fig leaves and bound with organic twine. Cut the strings that hold a pallone together, and the baseball-size treat opens like a party favor - the perfect conversation piece for your upcoming holiday soiree.