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Broccoli Romanesco

Inventory, 16 ct : 11.06
This item was last sold on : 01/26/22

• 34 Featured Restaurants

• 22 Recipe Ideas

• 28 Sharess

Description/Taste

Broccoli Romanesco offers a distinct nutty flavor described as more intense than broccoli, this pale green vegetable tastes like a cross between broccoli and cauliflower. Its unique growth pattern creates ornate twists from four-to-five-inch, light green heads.

Seasons/Availability

Broccoli Romanesco is available year-round.

Current Facts

A botanical dilemma, this edible has caused much confusion about its true parentage. Sometimes called Romanesco broccoli and sometimes called Romanesco cauliflower in North America, the French call it Romanesco cabbage while the Italians refer to it as broccolo Romanesco.

Applications

Broccoli Romanesco can be prepared like cauliflower or broccoli. Separate florets and blanche briefly, then toss with hot pasta and cheese. Boil romanesco florets until tender, then puree with garlic, cream and parmesan. Saute florets in a hot skillet, the stir in a mixture of miso, red pepper, anchovy, almonds and water. Blanch romanesco and cauliflower florets, then combine with grated cheese and bechemel, stuff filling in cannelloni shells, top with tomato sauce and bake. To store, place in a plastic bag; refrigerate. Use within two to three days for optimum quality.

Geography/History

Romanesco, a unique Italian variety of broccoli of the genus Brassica oleracea, produces a yellowish-green dense head that forms an unusual spiral pattern. Maturing about seventy-five to one hundred days after planting depending on variety, romanesco develops multiple compact heads that may be individually snapped off as needed. Mostly native to Europe, the Middle East and Asia, the large Brassicaceae family includes broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, turnips, collards, rutabagas, kale and kohlrabi, to name a few. The brassicas, also known as the mustard or cole family, are fairly easy to grow and prefer cool moist conditions.

Featured Restaurants

Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.

Pacific Regent La Jolla	San Diego CA	858-597-8008
Waverly	Cardiff CA	619-244-0416
Huntress	San Diego CA	619-955-5750
Marriott Marquis North Tower	San Diego CA	619-234-1500
Justin Hoehn	San Diego CA	619-326-8895
Orfila Vineyards & Winery	Oceanside CA	760-738-6500
Copper Kings	Oceanside CA	323-810-1662
Morgan Run Resort and Club	Rancho Sante Fe CA	858-756-2471
Pendry SD (Provisional)	San Diego CA	619-738-7000
Born & Raised	San Diego CA	619-944-1631
264 Fresco (Deck Kitchen)	Carlsbad CA	760-720-3737
La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club	San Diego CA	858-454-7126
Jake's Del Mar	Del Mar CA	858-755-2002
Mille Fleurs	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-756-3085
Solare Ristorante Lounge	San Diego CA	619-270-9670
Stake Chophouse & Bar	Coronado CA	619-522-0077
Wheat & Water	La Jolla CA	858-291-8690
insideOUT	San Diego CA	619-888-8623
Sushi Ota 2021	San Diego CA	858-270-5047
C 2 C	San Diego CA	619-972-9345

the other 14...

Town & Country San Diego	San Diego CA	619-291-7131
Beeside Balcony	Del Mar CA	858-880-8105
Alila Marea Beach Resort	Encinitas CA	805-539-9719
The Roxy Encinitas	Encinitas CA	760-230-2899
Dija Mara 2021	Oceanside CA	760-231-5376
Semola	La Jolla CA	858-247-9670
US Grant Hotel Grill	San Diego CA	619-232-3121
Pamplemousse Grill	Solana Beach CA	858-792-9090
Edgewater Grill	San Diego CA	619-232-7581
Sycuan Casino - Viewpoint	El Cajon CA	619-445-6002
PFC Fitness Camp	Carlsbad CA	888-488-8936
UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla	San Diego CA	808-868-8639
Et Voilà! French Bistro	San Diego CA	858-610-8784
333 Pacific	Oceanside CA	760-433-3333

Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include Broccoli Romanesco. One

is easiest, three is harder.

The Kitchen Snob		Roasted Romanesco
The Pretty Bee		Romanesco Soup with Pistachios
Pineapple & Coconut		Smoky Romanesco, Celery Root and Broccoli Soup
Relishments		Roasted Romanesco Cauliflower and Potato Soup
Philo's Kitchen		Coconut Cream Soup with Romanesco and Roasted Tofu
Sugar Love Spices		Romanesco Broccoli Maccheroni
Gourmande in the Kitchen		Romanesco Cauliflower in Spicy Tomato Sauce
Naturally Ella		Roasted Romanesco with Meyer Lemon Salsa
Barefeet in the Kitchen		Roasted Romanesco
Boulder Locavore		Lemony Romanesco with Pine Nuts

the other 12...

Healthy Seasonal Recipes		Healthy Pasta Romanesco with Anchovies
Two of a Kind		Roasted Romanesco with Honey Sriracha Glaze
Sugar Love Spices		Romanesco Broccoli Soup with Blue Cheese and Chives
Veggie Desserts		Romanesco, Lemon and Cardamom Coookies
Love & Lemons		Romanesco & Chickpea Salad
Vikalinka		Roasted Romanesco Cauliflower Pesto Spaghetti
Brooklyn Supper		Roasted Romanesco with Brown Butter Toasted Panko
The First Mess		Roasted Romanesco Curry with Lemongrass & Marcona Almonds
A House in The Hills		Woah Now Romanesco
A Calculated Whisk		Roasted Romanesco With Za'atar Yogurt Sauce
Lick My Spoon		Romanesco Cacio e Pepe
Veggies Save the Day		Roasted Romanesco with Penne

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Santa Monica Farmers Market

Zach Nichols
Arroyo Grande, CA
1-805-748-0057

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About a day ago, 1/26/22

Virginia Park Farmer's Market

Fresno Evergreen

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 5 days ago, 1/22/22

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Milliken Family Farms

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 5 days ago, 1/22/22

Santa Monica Farmers Market

2 Peas in a Pod
1358 Deer Canyon Rd Arroyo Grande CA 93420
1-805-801-3370

http://2peasinapod.farm

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 15 days ago, 1/12/22

Specialty Produce

Specialty Produce
1929 Hancock S, San Diego, CA 92110
619-295-2172
https://specialtyproduce.com

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 18 days ago, 1/09/22
Sharer's comments : Broccoli Romanesco from Milliken Family Farms

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Fresno Evergreen Farms
Fresno, CA
1-559-385-4959

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 22 days ago, 1/05/22

Santa Monica Farmers Market

2 Peas in a Pod Farm
1358 Deer Canyon Rd Arroyo Grande CA 93420
1-805-801-3370

http://2peasinapod.farm

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 29 days ago, 12/29/21

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Two Peas In A Pod
1358 Deer Canyon Rd Arroyo Grande CA 93420
1-805-801-3370

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 36 days ago, 12/22/21
Sharer's comments : Broccoli Romanesco from Two Peas In A Pod

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Two Peas in a Pod
Arroyo Grande, CA
1-805-748-0057

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 50 days ago, 12/08/21

Specialty Produce

Specialty Produce
1929 Hancock St San Diego CA 92110
619-295-3172
https://specialtyproduce.com

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 53 days ago, 12/05/21
Sharer's comments : Romanesco from Milliken Farms

Santa Monica Farmers Market

2 peas in a pod
1358 Deer Canyon Rd Arroyo Grande CA 93420
1-805-801-3370

http://2peasinapod.farm

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 71 days ago, 11/17/21

Specialty Produce

Milliken Family Farms

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 81 days ago, 11/07/21
Sharer's comments : Broccoli Romanesco from Milliken Family Farms

Specialty Produce

Milliken Family Farms

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 88 days ago, 10/31/21
Sharer's comments : Broccoli Romanesco from Milliken Family Farms

Little Italy Farmers Market

HB Family Farm
San Luis Obispo, CA

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 117 days ago, 10/02/21

Specialty Produce

Specialty Produce
1929 Hancock St
619-295-3172
https://specialtyproduce.com

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 130 days ago, 9/19/21
Sharer's comments : Broccoli Romanesco from Milliken Family Farms

Mariner's Farmers Market

JM Produce
San Luis Obispo, CA

Near Newport Coast, California, United States
About 222 days ago, 6/19/21
Sharer's comments : Adults and children alike love this broccoli varietal... and it's pretty cool to look at :)

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Milliken Family Farms

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 264 days ago, 5/08/21

Specialty Produce

Specialty Produce
1929 Hancock Street San Diego CA 92110
619-295-3172

https://specialtyproduce.com

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 321 days ago, 3/12/21
Sharer's comments : Romanesco from Milliken Farms

University District Farmers Market

Farias Organic Farm
Burlington, WA

Near Seattle, Washington, United States
About 355 days ago, 2/06/21
Sharer's comments : A nice alternative to broccoli with a space age twist :)

Brentwood Farmers market

Underwood Family Farms

Near Sawtelle, California, United States
About 368 days ago, 1/24/21

Virginia Park Farmer's Market

Fresno Evergreen

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 404 days ago, 12/19/20

Specialty Produce Near San Diego, California, United States
About 618 days ago, 5/19/20
Sharer's comments : Now that is pretty!

Whole Foods Market

Whole Foods Market - Soquel Ave
911 Soquel Ave Santa Cruz CA 95063
831-426-9901
https://www.wholefoodsmarket.com

Near Santa Cruz, California, United States
About 702 days ago, 2/25/20
Sharer's comments : Beautiful.

Brentwood Farmers market

Underwood Family Farms

Near Sawtelle, California, United States
About 704 days ago, 2/23/20

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Two Peas in a Pod
Arroyo Grande, CA
1-805-748-0057

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 708 days ago, 2/19/20
Sharer's comments : Sweet - literally the best romanesco you can buy.

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Two Peas in a Pod
Arroyo Grande, CA
1-805-748-0057

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 715 days ago, 2/12/20
Sharer's comments : Get your romanesco!!

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Two Peas in Pod
1358 Deer Canyon Rd Arroyo Grande CA 93420
1-805-801-3370

http://2peasinapod.farm

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 722 days ago, 2/05/20
Sharer's comments : Romanesco in season now

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Two Peas in a Pod
1358 Deer Canyon Rd Arroyo Grande CA 93420
1-805-801-3370

http://2peasinapod.farm

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 729 days ago, 1/29/20
Sharer's comments : Exquisite Romanesco from Two Peas in a Pod!