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Rainier cherries are a larger variety, averaging 2 to 3 centimeters in diameter, and have a round to heart-like shape with a dimple on the stem-end, attached to long and slender stems. The fruitās skin is taut, glossy, smooth, and thin with a golden yellow base, covered in red, orange, and pink blush. Underneath the surface, the flesh is yellow to cream-colored, sometimes featuring red streaks near the seed, and has a semi-firm, plump, tender, and aqueous consistency, encasing a central light brown pit. Rainier cherries contain low acidity and have one of the highest sugar contents of sweet cherry varieties, ranging from 17 to 28 Brix. The fruits have a delicately floral, sweet flavor with notes of peaches and a caramel-like finish on the palate.
Rainier cherries are available for a short season in the late spring through early summer.
Rainier cherries, botanically classified as Prunus avium āRainier,ā is a sweet American hybrid variety belonging to the Rosaceae family. The golden yellow, red-blushed stone fruits grow on trees that can reach 9 to 10 meters in height and are climacteric in nature, meaning the cherries will continue to ripen off of the tree. Rainier cherries are considered a premium sweet cherry variety as they are only produced in limited quantities each season and are difficult to cultivate. The fruitās skin is thin, easily bruised, and damaged, and a quarter to one-third of the crop is often destroyed by birds, leaving a small number of ripe fruits for domestic sale and international export. Rainier cherries were developed in Washington in the mid to late 20th century and were named after Mount Rainier, the tallest peak in Washington state. The variety is favored in commercial markets for its sweet taste and non-staining juice and is primarily consumed fresh as a snacking fruit. Rainier cherries are also a common home garden variety and are valued by cherry enthusiasts for the treeās ornamental nature.
Rainier cherries are a good source of potassium to balance fluid levels within the body and fiber to regulate the digestive tract. The fruits also contain vitamins A and C to reduce inflammation, strengthen the immune system, and boost collagen production within the skin, and provide lower amounts of copper and manganese.
Rainier cherries have a sweet, floral flavor well suited for fresh preparations. The fruitās juicy flesh can be consumed straight, out of hand, or it can be tossed into salads, used as a topping over pancakes and desserts, or stirred into acai bowls. Rainier cherries can also be blended into smoothies, juiced for cocktails, slushies, and sparkling beverages, used as a bite-sized appetizer on mini pie crusts, or integrated into ice cream and mousses. In addition to using the fresh fruits, the cherries can be simmered into jams, jellies, and preserves. Rainier cherries can also be used in baked applications, but their light-yellow coloring, juicy texture, and expensive price tag may not be suitable for all recipes. The fruits are occasionally incorporated into cakes, crumbles, cobblers, galettes, and tarts. Rainier cherries pair well with chocolate, vanilla, honey, other fruits such as peaches, nectarines, apricots, plums, and citrus, cinnamon, balsamic vinegar, and cheeses including robiola, ricotta, goat, and burrata. Whole, unwashed cherries will keep 5 to 7 days when stored in the coldest part of the refrigerator. The fruits can also be frozen for extended use.
Rainier cherries are the only cherry variety to have their own national holiday in the United States. National Rainier Cherry Day is an annual event held on July 11th to recognize and celebrate the American-bred cherry. The holiday takes place in the height of cherry season, and farmerās markets, growers, and supermarkets in the Pacific Northwest participate in festivals and outdoor gatherings to promote the sweet fruits. The Northwest Cherry Growers, a group working under the Washington State Fruit Commission, also selects one chef and restaurant in each of the fifty states to feature Rainier cherries on their menus over the national day. The cherry-filled event is a part of the Tree-to-Table program to highlight fruits directly sourced from farms, and the chefs that are chosen to highlight the cherries use the fruits in both sweet and savory preparations.
Rainier cherries were developed in 1952 by Harold Fogle of Washington State University's breeding program. Fogle was a part of the Irrigated Agriculture Research and Extension Center at the university and was initially assigned to breed peach trees. After a horrible winter freeze in 1949, causing the peach trees to die, Fogle was reassigned to develop a cherry that would be early-maturing, ripening before the popular bing cherry. Rainier cherries are a cross between the bing and van cherries, originally labeled as P 1-680 during research trials. The variety was officially recognized and selected for commercial cultivation in 1960. Today Rainier cherries are primarily grown in Washington state and throughout the Pacific Northwest, including Oregon. The fruits are also cultivated in California, Canada, and Chile and are sold domestically and exported to Asia. In Japan, Rainier cherries can average $1 to $5 per cherry. When in season, Rainier cherries are sold fresh through farmer's markets, supermarkets, and specialty distributors.
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Description/Taste
Rainier cherries are a larger variety, averaging 2 to 3 centimeters in diameter, and have a round to heart-like shape with a dimple on the stem-end, attached to long and slender stems. The fruitās skin is taut, glossy, smooth, and thin with a golden yellow base, covered in red, orange, and pink blush. Underneath the surface, the flesh is yellow to cream-colored, sometimes featuring red streaks near the seed, and has a semi-firm, plump, tender, and aqueous consistency, encasing a central light brown pit. Rainier cherries contain low acidity and have one of the highest sugar contents of sweet cherry varieties, ranging from 17 to 28 Brix. The fruits have a delicately floral, sweet flavor with notes of peaches and a caramel-like finish on the palate.
Seasons/Availability
Rainier cherries are available for a short season in the late spring through early summer.
Current Facts
Rainier cherries, botanically classified as Prunus avium āRainier,ā is a sweet American hybrid variety belonging to the Rosaceae family. The golden yellow, red-blushed stone fruits grow on trees that can reach 9 to 10 meters in height and are climacteric in nature, meaning the cherries will continue to ripen off of the tree. Rainier cherries are considered a premium sweet cherry variety as they are only produced in limited quantities each season and are difficult to cultivate. The fruitās skin is thin, easily bruised, and damaged, and a quarter to one-third of the crop is often destroyed by birds, leaving a small number of ripe fruits for domestic sale and international export. Rainier cherries were developed in Washington in the mid to late 20th century and were named after Mount Rainier, the tallest peak in Washington state. The variety is favored in commercial markets for its sweet taste and non-staining juice and is primarily consumed fresh as a snacking fruit. Rainier cherries are also a common home garden variety and are valued by cherry enthusiasts for the treeās ornamental nature.
Nutritional Value
Rainier cherries are a good source of potassium to balance fluid levels within the body and fiber to regulate the digestive tract. The fruits also contain vitamins A and C to reduce inflammation, strengthen the immune system, and boost collagen production within the skin, and provide lower amounts of copper and manganese.
Applications
Rainier cherries have a sweet, floral flavor well suited for fresh preparations. The fruitās juicy flesh can be consumed straight, out of hand, or it can be tossed into salads, used as a topping over pancakes and desserts, or stirred into acai bowls. Rainier cherries can also be blended into smoothies, juiced for cocktails, slushies, and sparkling beverages, used as a bite-sized appetizer on mini pie crusts, or integrated into ice cream and mousses. In addition to using the fresh fruits, the cherries can be simmered into jams, jellies, and preserves. Rainier cherries can also be used in baked applications, but their light-yellow coloring, juicy texture, and expensive price tag may not be suitable for all recipes. The fruits are occasionally incorporated into cakes, crumbles, cobblers, galettes, and tarts. Rainier cherries pair well with chocolate, vanilla, honey, other fruits such as peaches, nectarines, apricots, plums, and citrus, cinnamon, balsamic vinegar, and cheeses including robiola, ricotta, goat, and burrata. Whole, unwashed cherries will keep 5 to 7 days when stored in the coldest part of the refrigerator. The fruits can also be frozen for extended use.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Rainier cherries are the only cherry variety to have their own national holiday in the United States. National Rainier Cherry Day is an annual event held on July 11th to recognize and celebrate the American-bred cherry. The holiday takes place in the height of cherry season, and farmerās markets, growers, and supermarkets in the Pacific Northwest participate in festivals and outdoor gatherings to promote the sweet fruits. The Northwest Cherry Growers, a group working under the Washington State Fruit Commission, also selects one chef and restaurant in each of the fifty states to feature Rainier cherries on their menus over the national day. The cherry-filled event is a part of the Tree-to-Table program to highlight fruits directly sourced from farms, and the chefs that are chosen to highlight the cherries use the fruits in both sweet and savory preparations.
Geography/History
Rainier cherries were developed in 1952 by Harold Fogle of Washington State University's breeding program. Fogle was a part of the Irrigated Agriculture Research and Extension Center at the university and was initially assigned to breed peach trees. After a horrible winter freeze in 1949, causing the peach trees to die, Fogle was reassigned to develop a cherry that would be early-maturing, ripening before the popular bing cherry. Rainier cherries are a cross between the bing and van cherries, originally labeled as P 1-680 during research trials. The variety was officially recognized and selected for commercial cultivation in 1960. Today Rainier cherries are primarily grown in Washington state and throughout the Pacific Northwest, including Oregon. The fruits are also cultivated in California, Canada, and Chile and are sold domestically and exported to Asia. In Japan, Rainier cherries can average $1 to $5 per cherry. When in season, Rainier cherries are sold fresh through farmer's markets, supermarkets, and specialty distributors.
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| Town & Country San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-291-7131 |
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| Lumi (Bar) | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
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| Jeune Et Jolie | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| Carte Hotel | San Diego CA | 619-365-1858 |
| Mille Fleurs Pastries | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-3085 |
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Santa Monica Farmers Market
Andy's Orchard
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesMorgan Hill CA About 2 days ago, 6/16/21 Sharer's comments : Large and beautiful - and SUPER sweet! 
Mar Vista Farmers Market
Arnett Farms
Near Venice, California, United StatesAbout 12 days ago, 6/06/21 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Barbagelata Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 16 days ago, 6/02/21 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Murray Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 23 days ago, 5/26/21 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Murray Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 30 days ago, 5/19/21 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 40 days ago, 5/09/21 Sharer's comments : Rainier cherries! 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Murray Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 44 days ago, 5/05/21 
Ballard Farmer's Market
Lyall Farm
Near Seattle, Washington, United States29249 Road O SW Mattawa WA 99349 509-932-4377 https://www.facebook.com/lyall-farms-498650207715012/ About 355 days ago, 6/28/20 Sharer's comments : So sweet and juicy - they are there best in the NW :) 
Kalivis SA
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens L-27 About 365 days ago, 6/18/20 Sharer's comments : Rainer Cherries š 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Andy's Orchards
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 366 days ago, 6/17/20 Sharer's comments : End of the Raniers, Come get them before they are gone!! 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Andy's Orchard
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 373 days ago, 6/10/20 Sharer's comments : Beautiful big Raniers!! Welcome back Andy's Orchards 
Queen Anne Farmers Market
Amador Farms
Near Seattle, Washington, United States4233 Desmarais Rd Zillah WA 98936 509-594-7098 https://www.facebook.com/amadorfarmsdeyakima/ About 379 days ago, 6/04/20 Sharer's comments : First cherries of the year... finally :) 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Steven Murray Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United States1-661-330-3396 About 394 days ago, 5/20/20 Sharer's comments : Vibrant Ranier Cherries 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 400 days ago, 5/14/20 Sharer's comments : Beautifully Rainer Cherries from Murray Family Farms 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 408 days ago, 5/06/20 Sharer's comments : First of the Ranier Cherries from Murray Family Farms!! 
Nob Hill Foods
Near Napa, California, United StatesAbout 686 days ago, 8/02/19 
Petaluma Market
Petaluma Market
Near Petaluma, California, United States210 Western Ave Petaluma CA 94952 707-762-5464 About 696 days ago, 7/23/19 
Woodlands
Woodlands Market
Near Belvedere Tiburon, California, United States1550 Tiburon Blvd Tiburon CA 84920 415-435-2822 About 697 days ago, 7/22/19 
West Seattle Farmers Market
K & C Farms
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesMattawa, WA About 705 days ago, 7/14/19 Sharer's comments : Developed in WA state in the 1950s, folks wait all year round for these cherries which are perfect in pies and tarts :) 
Royal Market & Bakery
Royal Market And Bakery
Near San Francisco, California, United States5335 Geary Blvd San Francisco CA 94121 415-221-5550 About 706 days ago, 7/13/19 
Falletti Foods
Falletti Foods
Near San Francisco, California, United States308 Broderick Street San Francisco CA 94117 415-626-4400 About 707 days ago, 7/12/19 
Bi-Rite Market
Bi-Rite Market - 18th Street
Near San Francisco, California, United States3639 18th Street San Francisco CA 94110 415-241-9760 About 707 days ago, 7/12/19 
Le Beau Market
Le Beau Market - Levenworth St
Near San Francisco, California, United States1263 Leavenworth Street San Francisco CA 94109 415-885-3030 About 707 days ago, 7/12/19 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
David Karp
Near Santa Monica, California, United States310-306-5334 About 723 days ago, 6/26/19 Sharer's comments : Rainier Cherries still going! 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
David Karp
Near Santa Monica, California, United States310-306-5334 About 730 days ago, 6/19/19 Sharer's comments : Andyās Orchards bringing the cherry game again. |
