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Ramps
The wild ramp, AKA wild leek, botanical name Allium tricoccum, is a flowering perennial plant that grows in clusters. It is a member of the Allium family along with onions and leeks
Calamondin Limes
The Calamondin lime is a cross between a sour, loose skinned mandarin and a kumquat, therefore technically making it an orangequat.
Salanova® Lettuces
Salanova® lettuce is a full-sized variety developed for the baby lettuce market. Botanically these varieties are scientifically known as Lactuca sativa.
Description/Taste
Fennel, an upright perennial herb that grows three to ten feet tall. The plant contains thick, ribbed, hollow stems that grow from its rooted bulb (known as the crown). Green branches and feathery foliage sprout off the stems. As the plant matures it creates an umbrella-shaped cluster of bright yellow flowers. Every element of the Fennel plant from crown to flower is edible. It has a sweet, licorice-like flavor and citrus notes. Fennel is often harvested for its smaller bulbs, which are the most fragrant and succulent.
Seasons/Availability
Fennel is available year-round with a peak season during the fall and winter months.
Current Facts
Fennel plants produce hermaphrodite flowers, with both male and female parts. Fennel is known for its invasive nature as it will reproduce from both root crown and seed. India is the leader of Fennel production in the world. Fennel has long been used as a weight-loss aid, helping to suppress hunger.
Nutritional Value
Fennel contains a combination of phytonutrients that gives it strong antioxidant properties. It is one phytonutrient, anethole, that has been used in studies and proven to reduce inflammation and help reduce the risk of cancer. Fennel has been used to treat various digestive symptoms, including heartburn, gas and bloating.
Applications
Fennel is entirely edible. Cook the stalks as you would the bulb, or top dished with chopped fronds for garnish. Thoroughly rinse Fennel as dirt can become lodged inside while it's growing. Slice and toss with olive oil, salt and pepper, and roast with other root vegetables. Shave or thinly slice and add raw to green salads, with blood orange segments and olives. Saute with onions as a base for risotto. Slice and layer with onions and mustard seeds in a pastry crust for a savory tart. Dice and cook slowly in olive oil until caramelized, then toss with fresh pasta. May also be used in sweet preparations: add to custards and freeze into ice cream. Fennel will keep, dry, in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
The fruit of a Fennel plant is its seed, which is harvested and has as many culinary uses as the plant itself. In India and Pakistan the Fennel seeds are known as "Saunf" and they are used as a spice and an after-mint. The seeds are also used to flavor liqueurs. Fennel was used to treat snake bites and poisonings in ancient China, and in the Middle Ages was hung from door ways and windows to ward off evil spirits.
Geography/History
Fennel is native to southern Europe and the Mediterranean region, where it has been used for centuries as a spice and for medicinal purposes. Ancient Greeks referred to Fennel as "marathron" due to its prolific wild growth in one field where the great battle, the Battle of Marathron, was said to be fought. In the 1700's Fennel was used in the production of the patented elixir absinthe.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Shoreside Support Boat | San Diego CA | 704-277-7929 |
| Et Voilà! French Bistro | San Diego CA | 858-610-8784 |
| Pour House | Oceanside CA | 760-730-5944 |
| Chateau Lake San Marcos | San Marcos CA | 760-670-5807 |
| Mangia Mangia (Mirarmar) | San Diego CA | 858-736-5733 |
| Pendry SD (Pool House) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Little Lion | San Diego CA | 619-519-4079 |
| Cucina Sorella | San Diego CA | 858-232-7808 |
| The Glen at Scripps Ranch | San Diego CA | 858-444-8500 |
| San Diego Cellars 2017 | San Diego CA | 760-207-5324 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| InterContinental Vistal Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| La Costa Glen South | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| RoVino Rotisserie + Wine | San Diego CA | 619-972-6286 |
| Common Theory | San Diego CA | 858-384-7974 |
| Mesa College | San Diego CA | 619-388-2240 |
| Il Sogno Italiano | San Diego CA | |
| Capri Blu 2020 | San Diego CA | 858-673-5100 |
| Kappa Sushi | San Diego CA | 858-566-3388 |
| Madison | San Diego CA | 619-822-3465 |
| Cardellino | San Diego CA | 619-722-3398 |
| Brigantine La Mesa | La Mesa CA | 619-465-1935 |
| Beaumont's | San Diego CA | 858-459-0474 |
| Yoann Taboyan, Personal Chef | San Diego CA | 347-277-1958 |
| Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District | El Cajon CA | 619-644-7585 |
| Saiko Sushi-North Park | San Diego CA | 619-886-6656 |
| Farmers Bottega | San Diego CA | 619-306-8963 |
| Del Mar Country Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-5500 x207 |
| Herb & Sea | Encinitas CA | 858-587-6601 |
| Chef Justin Snyder | Lakeside CA | 619-212-9990 |
| The Bier Garden | Encinitas CA | 760-632-2437 |
| WaterBar | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Vista Valley | Vista CA | 760-758-2800 |
| Gravity Heights Restaurant and Brewery | San Diego CA | 858-551-5105 |
| Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center | National City CA | 619-434-4281 |
| Continental Catering Inc | La Mesa CA | 907-738-9264 |
| Jake's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-2002 |
| Wheat & Water | La Jolla CA | 858-291-8690 |
| Toast Cafe | San Diego CA | 858-208-9422 |
| Tender Greens-Broadway | San Diego CA | 619-807-1394 |
| Claytons Bakery & Bistro | Coronado CA | 619-435-5425 |
| Cucina Enoteca | Del Mar CA | 619-239-2222 |
| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| Beeside Balcony | Del Mar CA | 858-880-8105 |
| La Costa Glen North | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1436 |
| The Tavern | Coronado CA | 602-628-5890 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Serea Restaurant | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Pali Wine Company | San Diego CA | 310-893-0038 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla | San Diego CA | 808-868-8639 |
| Trust Restaurant | San Diego CA | 609-780-7572 |
| Brockton Villa Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-454-7393 |
| Paradise Point Resort Tidal | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Hotel Republic San Diego | San Diego CA | 951-756-9357 |
| Craft and Commerce (Sekscobra Inc.) | San Diego CA | 619-962-5935 |
| Kismet Refining Company | Escondido CA | 708-370-4734 |
| Solterra Winery + Kitchen | Encinitas CA | 858-245-6146 |
| Encontro North Park | San Diego CA | 310-955-6333 |
| Open Gym-Craft Meals | San Diego CA | 619-799-3675 |
| Galaxy Taco | La Jolla CA | 858-228-5655 |
| Sepulveda Meats & Provisions | San Diego CA | 619-501-1878 |
| Culinary Solutions Intimate Catering | San Diego CA | 619-966-7530 |
| Caffe Calabria Coffee Roasting Company | San Diego CA | 619-683-7787 |
| Kairoa Brewing Company | San Diego CA | 858-735-0051 |
| Alila Marea (VAGA Bar) | Encinitas CA | 805-539-9719 |
| Wet Stone Winebar and Cafe | San Diego CA | 619-255-2856 |
| The Cork and Craft | San Diego CA | 858-618-2463 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| The Lion Share | San Diego CA | 619-564-6924 |
| The Original 40 Brewing | San Diego CA | 619-206-4725 |
| Great Maple La Jolla UTC | San Diego CA | 858-886-7403 |
| ALCE 101 | Solana Beach CA | 858-342-5495 |
| Peohes | Coronado CA | 619-437-4474 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Bali Hai Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-222-1181 |
| Third Corner Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 619-417-9251 |
| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Mr A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| The Flavor Chef (Catering) | Vista CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Rovino The Foodery | San Diego CA | 619-204-3666 |
| Victoria Mahdion | San Diego CA | 619-987-3304 |
| Pendry SD (Provisional) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Viejas Casino Banquets | Alpine Ca | 619-295-3172 |
| Volcano Rabbit | San Diego CA | 619-232-8226 |
| Home and Away Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 619-886-1358 |
| JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
| Fort Oak | San Diego CA | 619-795-6901 |
| Glenbrook Health Center | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| The Smoking Goat | San Diego CA | 858-232-4220 |
| The Roxy Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2899 |
| Great Maple Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-255-2282 |
| Waters Catering | San Diego CA | 619-276-8803 x4 |
| Social Tap | San Diego CA | 619-398-8938 |
| Craft House | San Diego CA | 619-948-4458 |
| Zinque | San Diego CA | 559-281-2485 |
| The Miller's Table | Oceanside CA | 310-694-4091 |
| Stake Chophouse & Bar | Coronado CA | 619-522-0077 |
| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
| Herb & Wood | San Diego CA | 520-205-1288 |
| The Compass | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-1900 |
| Fishery | San Diego CA | 858-272-9985 |
| Little Frenchie | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| Davanti Enoteca India St. | San Diego CA | |
| Coya Peruvian Secret | Del Mar CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Shake and Muddle | Chula Vista CA | 619-816-5429 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| Catania La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 619-295-3173 |
| The Farm Golf Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-5585 |
| Shore Rider | La Jolla CA | 858-412-5308 |
| Bernini's Bistro | La Jolla CA | 858-454-5013 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Store Room | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Hotel Del ENO Produce | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Le Papagayo (Carlsbad) | Carlsbad CA | 949-235-5862 |
| Enclave | Miramar CA | 808-554-4219 |
| Four Seasons Residence Club | Carlsbad CA | 760-603-6360 |
| One Door North | San Diego CA | 858-232-4220 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Miho Gastrotruck | San Diego CA | 619-365-5655 |
| PFC Fitness Camp | Carlsbad CA | 888-488-8936 |
| Gaslamp Union Kitchen & Tap | San Diego CA | 619-795-9463 |
| Eve-Creations Wellness | Encinitas CA | 775-450-7235 |
| Town & Country Cold Prep | San Diego CA | 619-291-7131 |
| True Food-Fashion Valley | San Diego CA | 619-810-2929 |
| Born & Raised | San Diego CA | 858-531-8677 |
| Sbicca | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1001 |
| Barleymash | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
| Tahona (Kitchen) | San Diego CA | 619-573-0289 |
| Toast Catering | San Diego CA | 858-208-9422 |
| Siamo Napoli | San Diego CA | 619-300-4810 |
| Scuderie Italia | San Diego CA | 858-352-6912 |
| Ballast Point Restaurant - Miramar | San Diego CA | 858-790-6900 |
| The Shout House | San Diego CA | 619-231-6700 |
| Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse | Alpine CA | 800-295-3172 |
| Park Hyatt Aviara | Carlsbad CA | 760-448-1234 |
| Bol | San Diego CA | 760-500-0616 |
| Pacific Regent La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-597-8008 |
| Eddie V's La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-459-5500 |
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| Bahia Resort Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-488-0551 |
| Pete's Premade Paleo | San Diego CA | 770-359-8274 |
| The Pearl Hotel | San Diego CA | 877-732-7573 |
| Huntress | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
| Rare Society | San Diego CA | 619-501-6404 |
| Zeca Trading Co. | San Diego CA | 619-410-1576 |
| Open Gym-Craft Meals Charity | San Diego CA | 619-799-3675 |
| Third Corner Ocean Beach | San Diego CA | 619-223-2700 |
| Belmont Park Entertainment | San Diego CA | 858-228-9283 |
| Bishop School | San Diego CA | 858-459-4021 x212 |
| Under Belly-Uptown | San Diego CA | 619-269-4626 |
| Mille Fleurs | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-3085 |
| Alila Marea Beach Resort | Encinitas CA | 805-539-9719 |
| Wrench and Rodent | Oceanside CA | 760-840-1976 |
| Viewpoint Brewing Co. | Del Mar CA | 858-205-9835 |
| Le Papagayo (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-944-8252 |
| Iron Pig Alehouse | San Diego CA | 619-885-3718 |
| Ciccia Osteria | San Diego CA | 619-674-4069 |
| Harvest Kitchen | Vista CA | 619-709-0938 |
| Waverly | Cardiff CA | 619-244-0416 |
| Bistro du Marche by Tapenade | La Jolla CA | 858-551-7500 |
| The Shores | La Jolla CA | 858-459-8271 |
| Nolita Hall | San Diego CA | 619-618-8820 |
| Bleu Boheme | San Diego CA | 619-255-4167 |
| San Diego Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 619-758-6334 |
| Fernside | San Diego CA | 619-398-5156 |
| Communal Coffee | San Diego CA | |
| Larsen's Steakhouse - La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-886-7561 |
| Tom Hams Light House | San Diego CA | 619-291-9110 |
| Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
| Bernardo Heights Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-487-4022 |
| Campfire | Carlsbad CA | 760-637-5121 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| The Wild Thyme Company | San Diego CA | 858-527-0226 |
| Tartine | Coronado CA | 619-435-4323 |
| International Smoke Del Mar | San Diego CA | 619-331-4528 |
| Addison Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-350-7600 |
| Wine Vault & Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-295-3939 |
| The Market by Buon Appetito | San Diego CA | 619-237-1335 |
| Firefly Beach | San Diego CA | 619-222-6440 |
| Marriott Del Mar | San Diego CA | 858-369-6029 |
| Juniper & Ivy | San Diego CA | 858-481-3666 |
| Carte Blanche Bistro & Bar | Oceanside CA | 619-297-3100 |
| Union Kitchen & Tap (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2337 |
| Open Gym-Well Fed | San Diego CA | 619-799-3675 |
| Cross Roots | San Diego CA | 858-245-1678 |
| Blade 1936 | Oceanside CA | 760-231-1456 |
| Ballast Point Restaurant - Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-298-2337 |
| The Corner Drafthouse | San Diego CA | 619-255-2631 |
| Burning Beard | El Cajon CA | 619-884-4716 |
| Seasoned Catering and Events | San Diego CA | 619-246-4909 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-380-9840 |
| Home & Away - Old Town | San Diego CA | 619-886-1358 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (7 Mile) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 34 days ago, 3/19/21 Sharer's comments : Fennel From Coleman Farms 
Kalivis SA
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens L-27 About 70 days ago, 2/11/21 Sharer's comments : Fennel ! 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 227 days ago, 9/07/20 Sharer's comments : Fennel from tutti frutti, perfect for your sofrito base! 
Bellingham Farmer's Market
Cabrera Farm
Near Bellingham, Washington, United States16470 SR 20 Mount Vernon WA About 278 days ago, 7/18/20 Sharer's comments : Been using sautéed fennel with my seafood dishes, in my mussel broth - yum! 
Issaquah Farmers Market
Carnation Farms
Near NW Sammamish Rd & 11th Ave NW, Washington, United States28901 NE Carnation Farm Road Carnation WA 98014 425-844-3100 https://www.carnationfarms.org About 285 days ago, 7/11/20 Sharer's comments : Fennel is a delight with a little sausage on my pizza! 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Tutti Frutti Organic Farm
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesLompac, CA 805-737-7127 About 330 days ago, 5/27/20 Sharer's comments : Big Bulbs of Fennel available from Tutti Frutti Farms 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 358 days ago, 4/29/20 
Specialty Produce
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock st. San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 387 days ago, 3/31/20 Sharer's comments : Fresh fennel .. 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Gloria Tamai Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesOxnard,CA 1-805-240-6306 About 400 days ago, 3/18/20 Sharer's comments : Great Veggies at the market! 
Natural Grocers
Natural Grocers - Williams Field Road
Near Gilbert, Arizona, United States1625 E Williams Field Road Gilbert AZ 85295 480-917-9000 https://www.naturalgrocers.com About 459 days ago, 1/19/20 
Winco Foods
Near Sun City West, Arizona, United StatesAbout 460 days ago, 1/18/20 
I Formaggi Al Mercato Centrale
Near Florence, Tuscany, ItalyAbout 556 days ago, 10/15/19 
Leucadia farmers market
Divine Harvest Farm
Near Encinitas, California, United States661-525-2870 About 606 days ago, 8/25/19 
Corvallis Farmers' Market
Near Corvallis, Oregon, United StatesAbout 621 days ago, 8/10/19 
Nob Hill Foods
Near Napa, California, United StatesAbout 629 days ago, 8/02/19 Sharer's comments : Organics 
Woodlands
Woodlands Market
Near Belvedere Tiburon, California, United States1550 Tiburon Blvd Tiburon CA 84920 415-435-2822 About 640 days ago, 7/22/19 
Mollie Stone's Markets
Mollie Stone’s Markets
Near Sausalito, California, United States100 Harbor Drive Sausalito CA 94965 415-331-6900 About 640 days ago, 7/22/19 
Nugget Market
Nugget Markets
Near Novato, California, United States470 Ignacio Blvd Novato CA 94949 415-883-4600 About 640 days ago, 7/22/19 
Noriega Produce Market
Noriega Produce
Near Daly City, California, United States3821 Noriega Street San Francisco CA 94122 415-564-0370 About 649 days ago, 7/13/19 
Falletti Foods
Falletti Foods
Near San Francisco, California, United States308 Broderick Street San Francisco CA 94117 415-626-4400 About 650 days ago, 7/12/19 
Bob's Market
Bobs Market
Near Santa Monica, California, United States1650 Ocean Park Blvd Santa Monica CA 90405 310-452-2493 About 664 days ago, 6/28/19 
Pavilions
Pavilions - Balboa Blvd
Near Newport Beach, California, United States3100 W. Balboa Blvd. Newport Beach CA 92663 949-675-2395 About 669 days ago, 6/23/19 
Beverly Hills Market & Deli
Beverly Hills Market & Deli
Near Beverly Hills, California, United States303 N Cresent Drive Beverly Hills CA 90210 310-657-3663 About 669 days ago, 6/23/19 
Irvine Ranch Market
Irvine Ranch Market
Near Irvine-Mesa, California, United States2651 Irvine Ave. Costa Mesa CA 92627 949-631-4404 About 671 days ago, 6/21/19 
Star Fresh IKE
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral Market of Athens L-13 00302104814843 About 679 days ago, 6/13/19 Sharer's comments : Fennel 🌱 
Central market of Athens - Greece 🇬🇷
Central Markets & Fisheries Organization S.A. / Farmers Market
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceTzon Kennenti, Agios Ioannis Rentis https://www.okaa.gr/ About 709 days ago, 5/14/19 Sharer's comments : Fennel from Italy 🇮🇹 
Central Markets & Fisheries Organization S.A. / Farmers Market
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceTzon Kennenti, Agios Ioannis Rentis https://www.okaa.gr/ About 721 days ago, 5/02/19 Sharer's comments : Fennel from Italy 🇮🇹 |
