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Description/Taste
Graffiti eggplants are small and teardrop in shape, ranging from 7-15 centimeters in length, depending on the variety. The outer skin is shiny, thin, and smooth and is striped with violet with ivory white. The inner flesh is cream to pale white and has small, edible seeds. Graffiti eggplants are tender and smooth with a sweet and slightly fruity flavor when cooked.
Seasons/Availability
Graffiti eggplants are available during the summer through early fall.
Current Facts
Graffiti eggplants, botanically classified as Solanum melongena, is a name given to some different varieties of eggplants that are a part of the Solanaceae, or nightshade family along with tomatoes, potatoes, and peppers. Also known as Pandora Striped Rose, Purple Rain, Listada De Gandia, Shooting Stars, and the Fairytale eggplant, Graffiti eggplants are known for its unique shape, sweet flavor, and striped coloring.
Nutritional Value
Graffiti eggplants contain some vitamin C, iron, and fiber.
Applications
Graffiti eggplants are best suited for cooked applications such as sautéing, grilling, stewing, roasting, pan frying, and baking. They will cook quickly because of their small size, and the flesh is so thin and tender that it does not need to be removed. Graffiti eggplants can also be halved, hollowed slightly, stuffed, and baked with vegetables and grains. Graffiti eggplants pair well with tomato, squash, onions, red bell pepper, garlic, quinoa, chickpeas, coconut curry, heady spices such as cumin and zataar, rich grilled meats such as lamb, bright, fresh herbs, and young and melting cheeses such as chevre, feta, and mozzarella. Graffiti eggplants will keep up to three days when stored in a cool and dry place.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Many cultures in ancient times, especially in Italy, believed eggplants could cause insanity and a general un-wellness if consumed. This folklore stemmed from the eggplants relation to other toxic items in the nightshade family and because of their exceptionally bitter flavor. As this legend was slowly disproved over time, new eggplant varieties such as the Graffiti were specially bred for a sweeter and non-bitter taste.
Geography/History
Graffiti eggplants are believed to be a part of the lineage related to the small teardrop multi-colored varieties of India. Trade routes would then transport earlier cultivars to Europe and the New World, where improved selections would be cultivated. Today Graffiti eggplants can be found at farmers markets and specialty grocers in Europe, Asia, and the United States.
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 214 days ago, 9/10/20 Sharer's comments : Graffiti Eggplant from JR Organics 
Kalivis SA
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens L-27 About 277 days ago, 7/09/20 
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Near Eau Claire, Wisconsin, United StatesAbout 285 days ago, 7/01/20 
Kalivis SA
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens L-27 About 319 days ago, 5/28/20 Sharer's comments : Graffiti eggplants 🙌🏻 
Rainbow Grocery Cooperative
Near San Francisco, California, United StatesAbout 414 days ago, 2/23/20 Sharer's comments : Great quality. 
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Near Laguna Hills, California, United States24771 Alicia Pkwy Laguna Hills CA 92653 949-770-3111 About 444 days ago, 1/24/20 
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Near Mesa, Arizona, United States2043 S Alma Road Mesa AZ 85210 480-833-3077 About 461 days ago, 1/07/20 
Baiz Market Place
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Near Phoenix, Arizona, United States523 N 20th Street Phoenix AZ 85006 602-252-8996 About 461 days ago, 1/07/20 
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Near Glendale, Arizona, United States8030 N 27th Ave Phoenix AZ 85051 602-603-1049 About 462 days ago, 1/06/20 
Mercato di Campo dei Fiori
Near Rome, Rome, ItalyAbout 574 days ago, 9/16/19 Sharer's comments : Beautiful and delicious sautéed with oil and garlic ;) 
Corvallis Farmers' Market
Near Corvallis, Oregon, United StatesAbout 611 days ago, 8/10/19 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 614 days ago, 8/07/19 Sharer's comments : Graffiti eggplant in from Weiser Family Farms 
Hudson Greens & Goods
Hudson Greens And Goods - Oxbow Publix Market
Near Napa, California, United States610 1st Street #18 Napa CA 94559 707-257-6828 www.oxbowpublicmarket.com About 619 days ago, 8/02/19 
Parkside Farmer's Market
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Near Daly City, California, United States555 Taraval Street San Francisco CA 94116 415-681-5563 About 639 days ago, 7/13/19 
Bi-Rite Market
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Near San Francisco, California, United States3639 18th Street San Francisco CA 94110 415-241-9760 About 640 days ago, 7/12/19 
Kalivis SA
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens L27 002104810330 About 641 days ago, 7/11/19 Sharer's comments : Graffiti eggplant 🍆 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
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Near Santa Monica, California, United States619-295-3172 About 649 days ago, 7/03/19 Sharer's comments : Her Produce has all the eggplants! 
Pavilions
Pavilions - Balboa Blvd
Near Newport Beach, California, United States3100 W. Balboa Blvd. Newport Beach CA 92663 949-675-2395 About 659 days ago, 6/23/19 
Altayebat Market
Altayebat Market Inc, - Brookhurst
Near Stanton, California, United States1217 S Brookhurst Street Anaheim CA 92804 714-520-4723 About 660 days ago, 6/22/19 
Fresh Choice Marketplace
Fresh Choice Marketplace - Katella Ave
Near Stanton, California, United States9922 Katella Ave. Anaheim CA 92804 714-539-9999 About 660 days ago, 6/22/19 Sharer's comments : Baby size 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Specialty
Near Santa Monica, California, United States619-295-3172 About 663 days ago, 6/19/19 Sharer's comments : Beautiful Graffiti Eggplant 
Central Markets & Fisheries Organization S.A. / Farmers Market
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceTzon Kennenti, Agios Ioannis Rentis https://www.okaa.gr/ About 690 days ago, 5/23/19 Sharer's comments : Graffiti eggplant 🍆 
Cardiff Seaside Market
Near Cardiff by the Sea, California, United StatesAbout 717 days ago, 4/26/19 |
