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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.
| Alila Marea Beach Resort | Encinitas CA | 805-539-9719 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-380-9840 |
| Del Mar Country Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-5500 x207 |
| Barbarella La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-7373 |
| Marriott Marina Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-234-1500 x6113 |
| Justin Hoehn | San Diego CA | 619-326-8895 |
| Marriott Marquis North Tower | San Diego CA | 619-234-1500 |
| O'Brien's Pub | San Diego CA | 858-715-1745 |
| Orfila Vineyards & Winery | Oceanside CA | 760-738-6500 |
| Et Voilà! French Bistro | San Diego CA | 858-610-8784 |
| Pacific Regent La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-597-8008 |
| Ebullition Brew Works & Gastronomy | Carlsbad CA | 760-504-4492 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla | San Diego CA | 808-868-8639 |
| Olivewood Gardens & Learning Center-Donation | National City CA | 619-434-4281 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Serea Restaurant | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| Cardellino | San Diego CA | 619-722-3398 |
| Wheat & Water | La Jolla CA | 858-291-8690 |
| La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
| Neighborhood Burger | San Diego CA | 619-446-0002 |
| Verbena Kitchen LLC | San Diego CA | 609-458-1672 |
| Chateau Lake San Marcos | San Marcos CA | 760-670-5807 |
| Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens | Escondido CA | 760-294-7866 |
| The Guild Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-373-3184 |
| Beeside Balcony | Del Mar CA | 858-880-8105 |
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Mariner's Farmers Market
JM Produce
Near Newport Coast, California, United StatesSan Luis Obispo, CA About 39 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 StatesAbout 81 days ago, 5/08/21 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 138 days ago, 3/12/21 Sharer's comments : Romanesco from Milliken Farms 
University District Farmers Market
Farias Organic Farm
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesBurlington, WA About 172 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 StatesAbout 185 days ago, 1/24/21 
Virginia Park Farmer's Market
Fresno Evergreen
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 221 days ago, 12/19/20 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 435 days ago, 5/19/20 Sharer's comments : Now that is pretty! 
Whole Foods Market
Whole Foods Market - Soquel Ave
Near Santa Cruz, California, United States911 Soquel Ave Santa Cruz CA 95063 831-426-9901 https://www.wholefoodsmarket.com About 519 days ago, 2/25/20 Sharer's comments : Beautiful. 
Brentwood Farmers market
Underwood Family Farms
Near Sawtelle, California, United StatesAbout 521 days ago, 2/23/20 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Two Peas in a Pod
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesArroyo Grande, CA 1-805-748-0057 About 525 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
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesArroyo Grande, CA 1-805-748-0057 About 532 days ago, 2/12/20 Sharer's comments : Get your romanesco!! 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 539 days ago, 2/05/20 Sharer's comments : Romanesco in season now 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 546 days ago, 1/29/20 Sharer's comments : Exquisite Romanesco from Two Peas in a Pod! 
Lalas SA
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens M-20 About 559 days ago, 1/16/20 Sharer's comments : Romanesco 👻 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 567 days ago, 1/08/20 Sharer's comments : Beautiful Romanesco coming in right now! 
Brentwood Farmers market
Underwood family farms
Near Sawtelle, California, United StatesAbout 598 days ago, 12/08/19 
Hollywood Farmer's Market
Underwood Family Farms
Near West Hollywood, California, United States805-529-3690 About 598 days ago, 12/08/19 Sharer's comments : Large 
University District Farmers Market
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesAbout 606 days ago, 11/30/19 Sharer's comments : Always a talk piece and a lovely sweeter alternative to cauliflower. 
Borough Market
Elsey $ Bent
Near London, England, United KingdomAbout 623 days ago, 11/13/19 Sharer's comments : Beautiful Broccoli Ronanesco 
Borough Market
Paul Wheeler Veg
Near London, England, United KingdomAbout 623 days ago, 11/13/19 Sharer's comments : Beautiful Green Broccoli Romanesco 
Berkeley Natural Grocery Company
Near Albany, California, United StatesAbout 725 days ago, 8/03/19 |
