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Description/Taste
Savoy cabbage is a large and dense, loose-headed green that is round to ovate in shape. Distinguished by its heavily textured, crinkled leaves, Savoy cabbage has ruffled edges with deep ridges spanning across the surface of the leaves. The outer leaves are the toughest as they protect the plant from the elements and are crunchy, firm, and heavily veined with dark green to light green coloring. The inner leaves lack exposure to sunlight and as a result are more tender, crisp, and delicate with pale green, yellow, to white hues. Savoy cabbage is crunchy with a slight elastic consistency and is mild, earthy, and sweet with subtle musky undertones.
Seasons/Availability
Savoy cabbage is available year-round.
Current Facts
Savoy cabbage, botanically classified as Brassica oleracea var. sabauda, is a loose-headed variety with crepe-like, textured leaves that belongs to the Brassicaceae family. Also known as Choux de Savoie in French, Cavolo Verza in Italian, Milan cabbage, and Lombardy cabbage, Savoy cabbage is a winter vegetable that is known for its sweet, earthy flavor and unusual texture. There are many different varieties of Savoy cabbage, including Savoy King, Tundra, Winter King, Tardivo di Milano, Des Vertus, Ormskirk Late, and Savoy Ace. Savoy King is the most popular variety, winning the AAS or All-America Selections award in 1965 for outstanding growth characteristics and is favored for its versatility in both raw and cooked applications.
Nutritional Value
Savoy cabbage is an excellent source of fiber which can aid in digestion and is a good source of vitamins C and K, which can help boost immunity within the body. It also contains potassium, magnesium, calcium, manganese, and iron.
Applications
Savoy cabbage is best suited for both raw and cooked applications such as roasting, braising, steaming, boiling, baking, and stir-frying. It is considered the most versatile of all cabbages and can be used as a substitute for both western hard-heading types and Chinese loose-heading varieties. The frilly texture and mild, sweet flavor of Savoy cabbage can supplement slaws and salads when raw, and soups, stews, and curries when cooked. It can also be sliced thinly and mixed into pasta, stuffed with meats such as duck, sausage, or bacon and baked, or utilized as a wrap substitute for tacos or spring rolls. In addition to cooked applications, Savoy cabbage is popularly pickled and preserved for extended use as a condiment. Savoy cabbage pairs well with herbs such as sage, thyme, caraway, dill, and mint, horseradish, avocadoes, apples, onions, garlic, carrots, peas, corn, fennel, potatoes, nuts such as peanuts, almonds, and walnuts, and juniper berries. The cabbage will keep 1-2 weeks when loosely wrapped in plastic and stored in the crisper drawer of the refrigerator.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Savoy cabbage is named after a territory once ruled by an Italian royal family known as the House of Savoy, which was located along the border of Switzerland, France, and Italy in the 14th century. A region valued by many different countries as a buffer from invading neighbors and as a pathway for trade, Savoy became a melting pot for many cuisines, and Savoy cabbage became a signature ingredient. In Italy, verza stufata is braised Savoy cabbage with pancetta and is commonly served as a side dish in the fall and winter. In France, Savoy cabbage is used in sou-fassum, which is a stuffing made out of pork, tomatoes, onions, and rice, wrapped in cabbage and cooked.
Geography/History
Savoy cabbage is believed to have originated in Europe and was first documented in the 1500s in a region once ruled by the Italian House of Savoy. This region bordered France, Italy, and Switzerland and the cabbage was later introduced to northern Europe in the 18th century. Today Savoy cabbage can be found at specialty grocers and local markets in Europe, Asia, Canada, and the United States.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Common Stock | San Diego CA | 303-877-5052 |
| Fishery | San Diego CA | 858-272-9985 |
| Addison Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-350-7600 |
| My Five Star Chef | La Jolla CA | 619-890-1159 |
| Ballast Point Restaurant - Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-298-2337 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| International Smoke Del Mar | San Diego CA | 702-683-7590 |
| Pendry SD (Lion Fish) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Crust Pizzeria Solana Beach | Solana Beach CA | 858-356-9925 |
| Herb & Wood | San Diego CA | 619-955-8495 |
| Pete's Premade Paleo | San Diego CA | 770-359-8274 |
| Third Corner Ocean Beach | San Diego CA | 619-223-2700 |
| La Costa Glen South | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| Shoreside Support Boat | San Diego CA | 704-277-7929 |
| Farmer and The Seahorse 2020 | San Diego CA | 303-877-5052 |
| Crust Pizzeria-Carmel | San Diego CA | 858-350-3400 |
| Craft and Commerce Bar | San Diego CA | 619-269-0288 |
| Le Papagayo | Encinitas CA | 760-944-8252 |
| Cucina Enoteca | Del Mar CA | 619-239-2222 |
| Jake's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-2002 |
| La Costa Glen North | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1436 |
| InterContinental Vistal Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
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Virginia Park Farmer's Market
Tamai family farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 226 days ago, 2/15/20 
Super King
Super King Markets - San Fernando Road
Near Burbank, California, United States6501 San Fernando Road Glendale CA 91201 747-272-0077 https://www.superkingmarkets.com About 240 days ago, 2/01/20 
West Seattle Farmers Market
Present Tense Farm
Near Seattle, Washington, United States7125 W Snoqualmie Valley Rd NE Carnation WA 98104 https://www.presenttensefarm.com About 253 days ago, 1/19/20 Sharer's comments : Perfect thinly sliced in my soup tonight!! 
AJ's Fine Foods
Near Phoenix, Arizona, United StatesAbout 266 days ago, 1/06/20 
Sprouts Farmers Market
Sprouts Farmers Market - 19th Ave
Near Glendale, Arizona, United States8040 N 19th Ave Phoenix AX 85021 602-864-6130 About 266 days ago, 1/06/20 
University District Farmers Market
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesAbout 303 days ago, 11/30/19 Sharer's comments : Lovely in a post Thanksgiving turkey soup! 
Noordermarkt
De Kwik Saart Farmer
Near Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, NetherlandsAbout 331 days ago, 11/02/19 Sharer's comments : Beautiful Savoy cabbage .. 
pasar tanah tinggi tangerang
Near Tangerang, Jawa Barat, IndonesiaAbout 351 days ago, 10/13/19 Sharer's comments : kol 
Your Dekalb Farmers Market
Deklab Farmers Market
Near Scottdale, Georgia, United States3000 Ponce de Leon Ave Decatur Georgia 30031 404-377-6400 https://www.dekalbfarmersmarket.com About 402 days ago, 8/23/19 Sharer's comments : Savoy cabbage - here at Your Dekalb Farmers Market near Atlanta .. 
Farmer Joe’s Marketplace
Near Piedmont, California, United StatesAbout 421 days ago, 8/04/19 
Piedmont Grocery
Near Oakland, California, United StatesAbout 422 days ago, 8/03/19 
Raley’s
Near Napa, California, United StatesAbout 423 days ago, 8/02/19 
Nob Hill Foods
Near Napa, California, United StatesAbout 423 days ago, 8/02/19 
Lucky
Lucky - Lakeview Hwy
Near Petaluma, California, United States929 Lakeville Highway Petaluma CA 94952 707-762-8783 About 433 days ago, 7/23/19 Sharer's comments : Very nice and fresh 
Hayward Farmers Market
Wisconsin, United StatesAbout 441 days ago, 7/15/19 Sharer's comments : Tender and sweet 
Mainland Market
Mainland Market Co.
Near San Francisco, California, United States5601 Geary Bkvd San Francisco CA 94121 415-221-1600 About 443 days ago, 7/13/19 
Golden Farms Market
Golden Farm Market
Near Glendale, California, United States1010 N Glendale Ave Glendale CA 91206 818-937-9739 About 458 days ago, 6/28/19 
Jon's Marketplace
Jons International Marketplace - N. Vermont Ave
Near Glendale, California, United States1601 N Vermont Ave Los Angeles CA 90027 323-660-0220 About 458 days ago, 6/28/19 
Albertsons
Albertson’s - Harbor Blvd
Near Costa Mesa, California, United States2300-c Harbor Blvd. Costa Mesa CA 92626 949-515-7227 About 465 days ago, 6/21/19 
Borough Market London
Elsey and Bent stall
Near London, England, United KingdomAbout 520 days ago, 4/27/19 Sharer's comments : Fresh Savoy Cabbage at Borough ! |
