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Broccolini has spear-shaped, thin and tender vibrant green stems with lengths that rarely exceed six inches long. The head is a loose small cluster of florets that resemble broccoli rabe. Compared to common broccoli, the flavor of Broccolini is understated, mild, peppery and subtlely sweet. The entire plant is edible.
Broccolini AKA Aspirations is available year-round.
Broccolini "Aspirations" AKA Italian Sprouting broccoli, is a hybrid vegetable, not specific to just the broccoli family, nor is it baby broccoli, as it is fully mature when harvested.
Broccolini Aspirations are a more versatile vegetable than common broccoli as they were bred to be more tender but also to withstand higher heat. Broccolini can be sauteed, steamed, roasted, grilled and fried. It makes a great appetizer, pasta or risotto ingredient and pizza topping. Broccolini's flavor marries well with butter, olive oil, lemon, lime, light-bodied vinegars, garlic, tomatoes, chiles, cured meats such as pancetta and prosciutto, flaky white fish, hard cheeses such as parmesan and pecorino or fresh cheeses such as chevre and feta.
Marketing Manager of Sakata Seeds, Hideto Kaneka, states "I've only tasted it cooked"; Japanese don't eat raw broccoli. Even in the research stage, we only tasted it after it was boiled".
Japanese company, Sakata Seeds developed Aspirations in 1993, its namesake invoking the company's hopes while also suggesting a relation to asparagus. It is a successful hand-pollinated cross between gai lan (Chinese Kale) and broccoli. Sakata Seeds is the largest distributor of broccoli seed varieties in the world. The name, Broccolini is actually a registered trademark of Mann Packing Company of Salinas, California. Mann, one of the world’s largest broccoli growers, has been marketing it in the United States under the name Broccolini since 1998.
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
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Description/Taste
Broccolini has spear-shaped, thin and tender vibrant green stems with lengths that rarely exceed six inches long. The head is a loose small cluster of florets that resemble broccoli rabe. Compared to common broccoli, the flavor of Broccolini is understated, mild, peppery and subtlely sweet. The entire plant is edible.
Seasons/Availability
Broccolini AKA Aspirations is available year-round.
Current Facts
Broccolini "Aspirations" AKA Italian Sprouting broccoli, is a hybrid vegetable, not specific to just the broccoli family, nor is it baby broccoli, as it is fully mature when harvested.
Applications
Broccolini Aspirations are a more versatile vegetable than common broccoli as they were bred to be more tender but also to withstand higher heat. Broccolini can be sauteed, steamed, roasted, grilled and fried. It makes a great appetizer, pasta or risotto ingredient and pizza topping. Broccolini's flavor marries well with butter, olive oil, lemon, lime, light-bodied vinegars, garlic, tomatoes, chiles, cured meats such as pancetta and prosciutto, flaky white fish, hard cheeses such as parmesan and pecorino or fresh cheeses such as chevre and feta.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Marketing Manager of Sakata Seeds, Hideto Kaneka, states "I've only tasted it cooked"; Japanese don't eat raw broccoli. Even in the research stage, we only tasted it after it was boiled".
Geography/History
Japanese company, Sakata Seeds developed Aspirations in 1993, its namesake invoking the company's hopes while also suggesting a relation to asparagus. It is a successful hand-pollinated cross between gai lan (Chinese Kale) and broccoli. Sakata Seeds is the largest distributor of broccoli seed varieties in the world. The name, Broccolini is actually a registered trademark of Mann Packing Company of Salinas, California. Mann, one of the world’s largest broccoli growers, has been marketing it in the United States under the name Broccolini since 1998.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
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| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Exhale | Oceanside CA | 760-420-2098 |
| Jake's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-2002 |
| Larsen's Steakhouse - La Jolla | San Diego CA | 310-407-9937 |
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| Ebullition Brew Works & Gastronomy | Carlsbad CA | 760-842-1046 |
| Culinary Concepts | San Diego CA | 858-530-1885 |
| Black Raill Kitchen + Bar | Carlsbad CA | 619-454-9182 |
| Just Call Us Catering | San Diego CA | 858-461-3674 |
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| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Azuki Sushi Lounge | San Diego CA | 619-238-4760 |
| George J Heatherington | San Diego CA | 858-869-3660 |
| JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
| Waters Catering | San Diego CA | 619-276-8803 x4 |
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| Pitchers | San Diego CA | 858-484-3777 |
| Homestead Solana Beach | Solana Beach CA | 858-209-0149 |
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| The Rose | San Diego CA | 619-281-0718 |
| Campfire | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
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| Sheraton Carlsbad (20/20) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
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| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
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| Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
| Hachi Ramen | San Diego CA | 619-231-0700 |
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| Zel's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-0076 |
| The Market by Buon Appetito | San Diego CA | 619-237-1335 |
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| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
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| Leroy's Kitchen & Lounge | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| Beaumont's | San Diego CA | 858-459-0474 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| Kettner Exchange | San Diego CA | 312-415-5455 |
| The Tavern | Coronado CA | 602-628-5890 |
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West Seattle Farmers Market
Kirsop Farm
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesTumwater, WA About 270 days ago, 7/14/19 Sharer's comments : Mild, nutty, with an understated peppery flavor - yum! 
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Noriega Produce
Near Daly City, California, United States3821 Noriega Street San Francisco CA 94122 415-564-0370 About 271 days ago, 7/13/19 
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Stater Bros. Markets - Newport Blvd.
Near Costa Mesa, California, United States2180 Newport Blvd. Costa Mesa CA 92627 949-646-2324 About 293 days ago, 6/21/19 
Bristol Farms La Jolla
Near La Jolla, California, United StatesAbout 368 days ago, 4/07/19 Sharer's comments : Fresh Aspirations !! 
Sprouts Farmers Market
Near La Jolla, California, United StatesAbout 375 days ago, 3/30/19 Sharer's comments : Fresh! 
Little Italy Mercato
Mike - JR Organics
Near San Diego, California, United States1-760-330-6812 About 383 days ago, 3/23/19 Sharer's comments : Broccolini (Aspirations) spotted at Little Italy Mercato. First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op Near Corvallis, Oregon, United States About 534 days ago, 10/23/18 Sharer's comments : Broccolini (Aspirations) spotted at First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op. 
Vista Farmers Market
Mike - JR Organics
Near Vista, California, United States1-760-330-6812 About 705 days ago, 5/05/18 Sharer's comments : Broccolini (Aspirations) spotted at Vista Farmers Market. 
Hillcrest Farmers Market
Mike - JR Organics
Near San Diego, California, United States1-760-330-6812 About 711 days ago, 4/29/18 Sharer's comments : Broccolini (Aspirations) spotted at Hillcrest Farmers Market. 
Little Italy Mercato
Mike - JR Organics
Near San Diego, California, United States1-760-330-6812 About 712 days ago, 4/28/18 Sharer's comments : Broccolini (Aspirations) spotted at Little Italy Mercato. New Seasons Near Tualatin, Oregon, United States About 728 days ago, 4/11/18 |
