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Description/Taste
Italian parsley is a leafy herb that grows small in stature, around one foot tall and about the same around. The multi-branched Italian parsley has bright green stems that are tender when young and grow woody as the plant matures. The leaves are triangular, flat, and deeply toothed, divided into three sections with multiple leaves growing along the tops of the stems. The flat-leafed variety is hardier than the curly variety and it has a stronger aroma and flavor that is slightly less bitter. The flavor is often described as fresh and green, with hints of citrus, clove and nutmeg and an earthy taste. In its 2nd year, Italian parsley will flower, with circular bunches of small white flowers atop thin stems.
Seasons/Availability
Italian parsley is available year-round.
Current Facts
Italian parsley is a cousin of the curly variety often spotted on a dish as a garnish. The botanical name for Italian parsley is Petroselinum crispum neapolitanum, though it is often referred to as “flat-leafed parsley.” The aromatic herb is in the carrot family and gets its name from its likely place of origin. Italian parsley is grown not only for its aromatic leaves but also its stems, which are featured in the classic French seasoning ‘bouquet garni,’ that also includes fresh sprigs of thyme and dry bay leaves. In addition to the Italian and curly varieties, there is a third parsley variety called Hamburg, which is grown for its long, salsify-like root and used mainly for medicinal purposes.
Nutritional Value
Italian parsley has the same health benefits as the curly variety. The leafy herb is a good source of vitamins A, B, C and K, and the minerals iron, potassium, and copper. Italian parsley also contains folate. Compounds in Italian parsley’s essential oils like limonene, eugenol and myristicin give the herb its aroma as well as antifungal, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory properties. Flavonoids in Italian parsley, such as luteolin and apigenin give it anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits. Italian parsley is used as a pallet cleanser and digestive aid.
Applications
Italian parsley stems are traditionally included in a chef’s ‘bouquet garni,’ a bundle of herbs used to infuse flavor into soups, stocks, brines and sauces. The leaves are often reserved for garnish, or added at the end to soups for a fresh green taste. Italian parsley holds up to cooking better than the curly variety, so it is often preferred when using in recipes for hot dishes. Add fresh sprigs to stocks and sauces; use just the stems in a lightly colored sauce to keep the leaves from coloring the dish. Chop the flat-leafed parsley and add to tabbouleh or mix with rice and dill for stuffed grape leaves. Use Italian parsley in marinades and dressings, coleslaws and potato dishes. Italian parsley should be rinsed under cool water to remove any dirt before use. Store unwashed Italian parsley in the refrigerator, wrapped in plastic for up to a week.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
In some countries, the curly variety is preferred over the flat-leaf Italian parsley. This could be related to an ancient practice of avoiding the flat-leafed variety due to its resemblance to the poisonous weed, “fool’s parsley.” The ancient Greeks used parsley for both medicinal purposes, as well as for the adornment of athletes and the tombs of the dead. The Grecian use of parsley as a medicinal herb may have influenced its use in Ayurvedic practices in India. The dried stems and leaves can be powdered and used as a green dye or food coloring.
Geography/History
Italian parsley is native to the Mediterranean region of southern Europe, though botanist Carl Linnaeus believed it to be specifically the large island of Sardinia off the coast of Italy and southern France. Cultivated for more than 2,000 years, Parsley was used for centuries as a medicinal herb before it was consumed as a seasoning. It was likely in Europe during the Middle Ages that it was first used as an ingredient in kitchens. The aromatic herb was brought to the United States in the 17th century with colonists and travelers, and it is now considered to be native in many states. Italian parsley grows best in rich, moist soil and do best in areas where the summers are cooler without humidity and too much heat.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| The Privateer Coal Fire Pizza | Oceanside CA | 760-310-1535 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla | San Diego CA | 808-868-8639 |
| The Loma Club | San Diego CA | 619-222-4653 |
| The Crack Shack LA | Los Angeles CA | 360-556-3032 |
| Fernside | San Diego CA | 619-398-5156 |
| Tartine | Coronado CA | 619-435-4323 |
| Pete's Seafood and Sandwich | San Diego CA | 619-852-1493 |
| Chef Jenn | Solana Beach CA | 858-212-9054 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Bistro du Marche by Tapenade | La Jolla CA | 858-551-7500 |
| The Coal Bunker | Fallbrook CA | 619-218-4102 |
| Woodsy Coffee | Encinitas CA | 858-882-7325 |
| Rare Society | San Diego CA | 619-501-6404 |
| Morgan Run Resort and Club | Rancho Sante Fe CA | 858-756-2471 |
| PFC Fitness Camp | Carlsbad CA | 888-488-8936 |
| Pacific Cafe & Catering (Medical Cntr Dr.) | La Jolla CA | 619-808-4087 |
| Sublime Ale House-San Marcos | San Marcos CA | |
| Red O Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-291-8360 |
| Eve-Creations Wellness | Encinitas CA | 775-450-7235 |
| Ocean Beach Surf Lodge | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Volcano Rabbit | San Diego CA | 619-232-8226 |
| Oscars Brewing Company | Temecula CA | 619-695-2422 |
| Head Lettuce | La Jolla CA | 516-507-0101 |
| Bahia Resort Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-488-0551 |
| La Costa Glen South | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| Shore Rider | La Jolla CA | 858-412-5308 |
| Reata Glen | Ladera Ranch CA | 949-545-2250 |
| ALCE 101 | Solana Beach CA | 858-342-5495 |
| Hane | San Diego CA | 619-339-6438 |
| Fairmont Grand Del Mar | San Diego CA | 858-314-1975 |
| Regents Pizzeria | La Jolla CA | 858-550-0406 |
| Crust Pizzeria Solana Beach | Solana Beach CA | 858-212-8751 |
| Leroy's Kitchen & Lounge | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| Cutwater Spirits | San Diego CA | 619-672-3848 |
| Sugar and Scribe | La Jolla CA | 858-274-1733 |
| Et Voilà! French Bistro | San Diego CA | 858-610-8784 |
| Cove House | La Jolla CA | 858-999-0034 |
| Bleu Boheme | San Diego CA | 619-255-4167 |
| Louisiana Purchase | San Diego CA | 716-946-7953 |
| Open Gym-Well Fed | San Diego CA | 619-799-3675 |
| Leucadia Pizza Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 760-942-2222 |
| Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen | Oceanside CA | 619-990-0158 |
| The Trails | San Diego CA | 619-581-5331 |
| Tin Leaf Fresh Kitchen | Carlsbad CA | 760-431-5323 |
| Union Kitchen & Tap (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2337 |
| Cross Roots | San Diego CA | 858-245-1678 |
| Blue Water Seafood Market and Grill | San Diego CA | 619-497-0914 |
| Royal Polaris Sportfishing | San Diego CA | 619-226-8030 |
| Villa Capri Poway | Poway CA | 858-391-9400 |
| Barrel Republic Carlsbad | Carlsbad CA | 619-204-5945 |
| Monteferante Foods | Vista CA | 310-740-0194 |
| The Miller's Table | Oceanside CA | 310-694-4091 |
| Third Corner Ocean Beach | San Diego CA | 619-223-2700 |
| The Joint | San Diego CA | 619-222-8272 |
| The Switchboard Restaurant and Bar | Oceanside CA | 760-807-7446 |
| Crust Pizzeria-Carmel | San Diego CA | 858-212-8751 |
| Eclipse Chocolate | San Diego CA | 619-831-5170 |
| Now Sushi | San Diego CA | 858-246-6179 |
| The Tavern | Coronado CA | 602-628-5890 |
| Waters Catering | San Diego CA | 619-276-8803 x4 |
| Brockton Villa Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-454-7393 |
| Kensington Cafe | San Diego CA | 619-684-0044 |
| Ebullition Brew Works & Gastronomy | Carlsbad CA | 760-504-4492 |
| Smoking Gun | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 |
| St. Paul's Plaza | Chula Vista CA | 619-788-8570 |
| Orfila Vineyards & Winery | Oceanside CA | 760-738-6500 |
| Nomad Donuts | San Diego CA | 619-431-5000 |
| Morning Glory | San Diego CA | 619-629-0302 |
| Jeune Et Jolie | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| Craft House | San Diego CA | 619-948-4458 |
| Stone Brewing-Liberty Station | San Diego CA | 619-269-2100 |
| Stake Chophouse & Bar | Coronado CA | 619-522-0077 |
| Bird Rock Coffee (Rusty Ranch) | Carlsbad CA | 619-272-0203 |
| Jake's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-2002 |
| West Brew | Del Mar CA | 858-412-4364 |
| Rovino The Foodery | San Diego CA | 619-972-6286 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Bakery | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Orens Fine Foods | San Diego CA | 510-910-2298 |
| Miss B's Coconut Club | San Diego CA | 858-381-0855 |
| Extraordinary Desserts | San Diego CA | 619-294-2132 |
| Fort Oak | San Diego CA | 619-795-6901 |
| Juniper & Ivy | San Diego CA | 858-481-3666 |
| Trattoria I Trulli | Encinitas CA | 760-277-9826 |
| Marriott Marina Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-234-1500 x6113 |
| Kettner Exchange | San Diego CA | 312-415-5455 |
| Jujus Kitchen | Bonita CA | 619-471-5342 |
| Copper Kings | Oceanside CA | 323-810-1662 |
| Open Gym-White Rice | San Diego CA | 619-799-3675 |
| Nectarine Grove | Encinitas CA | 760-944-4525 |
| The Crossings | Carlsbad CA | 760-444-1800 |
| Brandon Matzek- Blogger | San Diego CA | 800-221-9730 |
| Common Theory | San Diego CA | 858-384-7974 |
| One Door North | San Diego CA | 858-232-4220 |
| Tribute Pizza | San Diego CA | 858-220-0030 |
| The Bellows | San Marcos CA | 619-395-6325 |
| Carte Hotel | San Diego CA | 619-365-1858 |
| The Compass Bar | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-1900 |
| The Wild Thyme Company | San Diego CA | 858-527-0226 |
| The Crack Shack-San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-795-3299 |
| Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens | Escondido CA | 760-294-7866 |
| Toast Cafe | San Diego CA | 858-208-9422 |
| Pacific Coast Spirits | Oceanside CA | 925-381-5392 |
| SpiceBreeze | San Diego CA | 760-350-5555 |
| Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
| Urbn Pizza Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-255-7300 |
| Olive Tree Marketplace | San Diego CA | 619-224-0443 |
| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
| The Original 40 Brewing | San Diego CA | 619-206-4725 |
| Toast Catering | San Diego CA | 858-208-9422 |
| Brigantine Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-4166 |
| Mille Fleurs | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-3085 |
| Kitchens For Good | San Diego CA | 619-851-4091 |
| Rosemary Trattoria | Coronado CA | 619-669-8435 |
| Chef Drew Mc Partlin | San Diego CA | 619-990-9201 |
| The Crack Shack-Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 858-735-3093 |
| Bud & Robs New Orleans Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-549-9002 |
| Ki's Kitchen Commissary | VISTA CA | 760-777-0700 |
| The Smoking Goat | San Diego CA | 858-232-4220 |
| Nate's Garden Grill | San Diego CA | 619-607-0117 |
| Dolce Pane & Vino | Del Mar CA | 858-832-1518 |
| Saint Mark Golf and Resort, LLC | San Marcos CA | 508-320-6644 |
| Pacific Coast Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-794-4632 |
| Quality Coast Inc | San Diego CA | 619-734-1114 |
| Pour House | Oceanside CA | 760-730-5944 |
| Green Acres Campus 2020 | San Diego CA | 858-450-9907 |
| Terra Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-293-7088 |
| Bishop School | San Diego CA | 858-459-4021 x212 |
| Catania La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Chateau Lake San Marcos | San Marcos CA | 760-670-5807 |
| Sensations Salud | San Diego CA | 619-933-3489 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Serea Restaurant | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Belching Beaver Brewery Tavern and Grill | Vista CA | 760-509-4424 |
| Fish 101 | Encinitas CA | 760-943-6221 |
| Iron Pig Alehouse | San Diego CA | 619-885-3718 |
| C 2 C | San Diego CA | 619-972-9345 |
| Cucina Sorella | San Diego CA | 858-232-7808 |
| Zinque | San Diego CA | 619-915-6172 |
| NOAA Ship Reuben Lasker | San Diego CA | 541-272-9098 |
| Venissimo Cheese Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-491-0708 |
| The Clean & Colorful Kitchen | San Diego CA | 858-775-9005 |
| Starlite Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-358-9766 |
| The Glen at Scripps Ranch | San Diego CA | 858-444-8500 |
| On Point Meal Prep | San Diego CA | 619-317-5938 |
| Cucina Enoteca | Del Mar CA | 619-239-2222 |
| The Compass | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-1900 |
| The Crack Shack Costa Mesa | Costa Mesa CA | 951-808-7790 |
| Pete's Premade Paleo | San Diego CA | 770-359-8274 |
| Leucadia Pizza Point Loma | San Diego CA | 619-295-2222 |
| Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse | Alpine CA | 800-295-3172 |
| Miho Gastrotruck | San Diego CA | 619-365-5655 |
| International Smoke Del Mar | San Diego CA | 619-331-4528 |
| Great Maple Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-255-2282 |
| The Country Club Of Rancho Bernardo | San Diego CA | 858-451-9100 |
| Encontro North Park | San Diego CA | 310-955-6333 |
| Waverly | Cardiff CA | 619-244-0416 |
| Wheat & Water | La Jolla CA | 858-291-8690 |
| Scuderie Italia | San Diego CA | 858-352-6912 |
| Pitchers | San Diego CA | 858-472-1251 |
| Glenbrook Health Center | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| Solare Ristorante Lounge | San Diego CA | 619-270-9670 |
| Blade 1936 | Oceanside CA | 760-231-1456 |
| San Diego Freedom Ranch | Campo CA | 619-478-5696 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Sidebar - Market SB, LLC | San Diego CA | 619-696-0946 |
| The Cork and Craft | San Diego CA | 858-618-2463 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-380-9840 |
| JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
| SIE Culinary Management | San Diego CA | 858-964-8677 |
| The Rose | San Diego CA | 619-572-7671 |
| Tender Greens-Mission Valley | San Diego CA | 310-954-1415 |
| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
| Pali Wine Company | San Diego CA | 310-893-0038 |
| Rosewood Kitchen | Oceanside CA | 760-231-5886 |
| Herb & Wood | San Diego CA | 520-205-1288 |
| Duke's La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-1999 |
| KI's | Encinitas CA | 760-586-8289 |
| Born & Raised | San Diego CA | 858-531-8677 |
| The Plot | Oceanside CA | 422-266-8200 |
| Cesarina | San Diego CA | 619-226-6222 |
| The Market by Buon Appetito | San Diego CA | 619-237-1335 |
| Addison Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-350-7600 |
| Rubicon Deli-UTC | San Diego CA | 619-200-4201 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (7 Mile) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Jo's Mission Hills Diner | San Diego CA | 619-417-3801 |
| Lucky Bolt | San Diego CA | 662-832-3638 |
| The Promiscuous Fork-La Jolla Blvd | La Jolla CA | 858-776-3246 |
| San Diego Humane Society | San Diego CA | 619-299-7012 |
| Fleming's Steakhouse La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-535-0078 |
| Uptown Tavern | San Diego CA | 619-847-4688 |
| Fishery | San Diego CA | 858-272-9985 |
| Third Corner Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 619-417-9251 |
| Monarch | Del Mar CA | 619-308-6500 |
| University Club | San Diego CA | 619-234-5200 |
| Caramel Collective | San Diego CA | 206-595-5504 |
| Mimmos Italian Village | San Diego CA | 619-239-3710 |
| Enclave | Miramar CA | 808-554-4219 |
| Prager Brothers (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-704-8441 |
| The Wise Ox | San Diego CA | 619-851-0672 |
| Little Frenchie | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| Nolita Hall | San Diego CA | 619-618-8820 |
| Isola Pizza Bar | San Diego CA | 619-564-2938 |
| Cardellino | San Diego CA | 619-722-3398 |
| Viejas Casino Baron Long's | Alpine CA | 702-401-0455 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Store Room | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Barbarella La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-7373 |
| The Bier Garden | Encinitas CA | 760-632-2437 |
| The Haven | San Diego CA | 619-964-3778 |
| Jack & Giulio's | San Diego CA | 619-294-2074 |
| Isola La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-412-5566 |
| Panama 66 | San Diego CA | 619-206-6352 |
| Tahona (Kitchen) | San Diego CA | 619-573-0289 |
| Bernardo Heights Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-487-4022 |
| Creme De La Crepe 2020 | San Diego CA | 619-269-1886 |
| The Go Go Truck | San Diego CA | 401-837-1740 |
| Ulivo | San Diego CA | 619-962-7345 |
| La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
| La Costa Glen North | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1436 |
| JSIX American restaurant & Bar | San Diego CA | 619-531-8744 |
| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| Coya Peruvian Secret | Del Mar CA | 619-295-3172 |
| 10 Barrel Brewing Co. | San Diego CA | 619-886-2743 |
| Hotel Republic San Diego | San Diego CA | 951-756-9357 |
| Gyrogrill | San Diego CA | 857-719-2109 |
| Alexander's on 30th | San Diego CA | 619-281-2539 |
| Mangia Mangia (Mirarmar) | San Diego CA | 858-736-5733 |
| Davanti Enoteca India St. | San Diego CA | 619-237-9606 |
| Food of Joy | San Diego CA | 858-531-6616 |
| The Roxy Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2899 |
| Local Greens | Solana Beach CA | 858-504-0332 |
| Il Dandy | San Diego CA | 609-373-5917 |
| Luce | San Diego CA | 619-275-2094 |
| Chateau La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-459-4451 |
| The Crack Shack Pasadena | Pasadena CA | 360-556-3032 |
| Extraordinary Desserts Union St. | San Diego CA | 619-294-7001 |
| Communal Coffee | San Diego CA | 619-920-7887 |
| Seasoned Catering and Events | San Diego CA | 619-246-4909 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| Mitch's Seafood | San Diego CA | 619-316-7314 |
| Solterra Winery + Kitchen | Encinitas CA | 858-245-6146 |
| Leap Coffee | Carlsbad CA | 760-448-6167 |
| Crown Point Catering | San Diego CA | 619-223-1211 |
| San Diego Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 619-758-6334 |
| Vineyard Gourmet Catering | Temecula CA | 951-858-1585 |
| Campfire | Carlsbad CA | |
| Beaumont's | San Diego CA | 858-459-0474 |
| Hawaiian Fresh Seafood | San Diego CA | 858-299-8862 |
| Marys Gourmet Salads | La Jolla CA | 858-925-4690 |
| Estancia Adobe | San Diego CA | 858-550-1000 |
| Thyme for Something Homemade | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-245-1004 |
| InterContinental Vistal Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Crust Pizzeria Carlsbad 2019 | Carlsbad CA | 760-944-1111 |
| Wine Vault & Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-295-3939 |
| Open Gym-Craft Meals | San Diego CA | 619-799-3675 |
| Carmel Mountain Ranch Country Club | San Diego CA | 760-583-9237 |
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| Craft and Commerce (Sekscobra Inc.) | San Diego CA | 619-962-5935 |
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