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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.
| Cow by Bear | San Diego CA | 415-565-9989 |
| The Glen at Scripps Ranch | San Diego CA | 858-444-8500 |
| The Shores | La Jolla CA | 858-459-8271 |
| Cardiff Seaside Market | Cardiff CA | 760-753-5445 |
| Avant | San Diego CA | 858-675-8505 |
| The Cork and Craft | San Diego CA | 858-618-2463 |
| Home and Away Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 619-886-1358 |
| Four Seasons Residence Club | Carlsbad CA | 760-603-6360 |
| The Flavor Chef (Catering) | Vista CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Serea Restaurant | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Isola La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-412-5566 |
| Toast Cafe | San Diego CA | 858-208-9422 |
| Hott Mess | San Diego CA | 619-297-1866 |
| SD Continuing Education Culinary Arts | ||
| La Costa Resort & Spa Main Kitchen | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-7063 |
| Reata Glen | Ladera Ranch CA | 949-545-2250 |
| Convention Center Shell | San Diego CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Lafayette Hotel | San Diego CA | 619-296-2101 |
| Wet Stone Winebar and Cafe | San Diego CA | 619-255-2856 |
| insideOUT | San Diego CA | 619-888-8623 |
| Snake Oil Cocktail Company LLC | San Diego CA | 619-754-4041 |
| Andrew Spurgin | San Diego CA | 619-277-6020 |
| The Shout House | San Diego CA | 619-231-6700 |
| Addison Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-350-7600 |
| Herb & Wood | San Diego CA | 520-205-1288 |
| InterContinental San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Home & Away - Old Town | San Diego CA | 619-886-1358 |
| Paradise Point Resort Tidal | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Gaslamp Union Kitchen & Tap | San Diego CA | 619-795-9463 |
| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Park Hyatt Aviara | Carlsbad CA | 760-448-1234 |
| Paradise Point Resort BQT Kitchen | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| La Costa Glen South | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
| Provecho Grill | Sun City CA | 951-246-3200 |
| Waverly | Cardiff CA | 619-244-0416 |
| Cucina Sorella | San Diego CA | 858-232-7808 |
| Viewpoint Brewing Co. | Del Mar CA | 858-205-9835 |
| ALCE 101 | Solana Beach CA | 619-886-0059 |
| 264 Fresco (Deck Kitchen) | Carlsbad CA | 760-720-3737 |
| Barrel & Board | San Diego CA | 619-379-2574 |
| Under Belly-Uptown | San Diego CA | 619-269-4626 |
| Waters Catering | San Diego CA | 619-276-8803 x4 |
| Zeca Trading Co. | San Diego CA | 619-410-1576 |
| Cody's at the Cove | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0040 |
| Mesa College | San Diego CA | 619-388-2240 |
| Fernside | San Diego CA | 619-398-5156 |
| Uncle Italian | San Diego CA | |
| Mr A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| Encontro North Park | San Diego CA | 310-955-6333 |
| Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
| Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District | El Cajon CA | 619-644-7585 |
| Groundswell Brewing | Chula Vista CA | 619-403-0684 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Glenbrook Health Center | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| Caffe Calabria Coffee Roasting Company | San Diego CA | 619-683-7787 |
| Olivewood Gardens & Learning Center-Donation | National City CA | 619-434-4281 |
| Carte Blanche Bistro & Bar | Oceanside CA | 619-297-3100 |
| Seneca | San Diego CA | 619-588-2411 |
| Bali Hai Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-222-1181 |
| Ballast Point Restaurant - Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-298-2337 |
| Barbusa | San Diego CA | 619-297-6333 |
| PFC Fitness Camp | Carlsbad CA | 888-488-8936 |
| Golden Door | San Marcos CA | 760-761-4142 |
| Sbicca | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1001 |
| The Original 40 Brewing | San Diego CA | 619-206-4725 |
| Shore Rider | La Jolla CA | 858-412-5308 |
| Miho | San Diego CA | 619-365-5655 |
| Green Dragon Tavern & Museum | Carlsbad CA | 760-797-5579 |
| Bekker's Catering | San Diego CA | 619-287-9027 |
| Copper Kings | Oceanside CA | 323-810-1662 |
| Seasalt | Del Mar CA | 858-755-7100 |
| Wrench and Rodent | Oceanside CA | 760-840-1976 |
| Brigantine La Mesa | La Mesa CA | 619-465-1935 |
| The Monsaraz | San Diego CA | 858-760-6228 |
| Pour House | Oceanside CA | 760-730-5944 |
| Beeside Balcony | Del Mar CA | 858-880-8105 |
| Tribute Pizza | San Diego CA | 858-220-0030 |
| University Club | San Diego CA | 619-234-5200 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| Brockton Villa Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-454-7393 |
| Rovino The Foodery | San Diego CA | 619-204-3666 |
| Beaumont's | San Diego CA | 858-459-0474 |
| Born & Raised | San Diego CA | 619-944-1631 |
| Stake Chophouse & Bar | Coronado CA | 619-522-0077 |
| Communal Coffee | San Diego CA | |
| Harvest Kitchen | Vista CA | 619-709-0938 |
| The Tavern | Coronado CA | 602-628-5890 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Black Radish | San Diego CA | 619-775-7412 |
| Park Hyatt Aviara (Ember & Rye) | Carlsbad CA | 760-448-1234 |
| Fort Oak | San Diego CA | 619-795-6901 |
| Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-381-8289 |
| Fishery | San Diego CA | 858-272-9985 |
| Raised By Wolves | San Diego CA | 916-207-1076 |
| Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse | Alpine CA | 800-295-3172 |
| Blue Ocean La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-999-4073 |
| Better Buzz Coffee (Miramar) | San Diego CA | 858-935-9075 |
| Better Buzz Coffee (Point Loma) | San Diego CA | 619-222-2899 |
| Truluck's Seafood Steak and Crab House | San Diego CA | 858-453-2583 |
| Iron Pig Alehouse | San Diego CA | 619-885-3718 |
| The Country Club Of Rancho Bernardo | San Diego CA | 858-451-9100 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-380-9840 |
| Craft House Sky Deck | San Diego CA | 619-948-4458 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (Banquets) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Bleu Boheme | San Diego CA | 619-255-4167 |
| Vista Valley | Vista CA | 760-758-2800 |
| Madison | San Diego CA | 619-822-3465 |
| Kairoa Brewing Company | San Diego CA | 858-735-0051 |
| The Roxy Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2899 |
| Luce | San Diego CA | 619-275-2094 |
| Pete's Premade Paleo | San Diego CA | 770-359-8274 |
| Great Maple Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-255-2282 |
| Asti Ristorante | San Diego CA | 619-232-8844 |
| Le Papagayo (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-944-8252 |
| ASD Catering | Chula Vista CA | 619-403-0684 |
| Chateau Lake San Marcos | San Marcos CA | 760-670-5807 |
| Shogun Sportfishing | San Diego CA | 619-226-8030 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Zel's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-0076 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| Storyhouse Spirits | San Diego CA | 801-949-5955 |
| International Smoke Del Mar | San Diego CA | 619-331-4528 |
| The Place Catering | San Diego CA | 858-549-7000 |
| Alila Marea Beach Resort | Encinitas CA | 805-539-9719 |
| Trust Restaurant | San Diego CA | 609-780-7572 |
| Bol | San Diego CA | 760-500-0616 |
| Il Sogno Italiano | San Diego CA | 619-380-2652 |
| Jeune Et Jolie | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| DS Catering Kitchen | Chula Vista CA | 619-703-9321 |
| The Smoking Goat | San Diego CA | 858-232-4220 |
| Bistro du Marche by Tapenade | La Jolla CA | 858-551-7500 |
| Bernardo Heights Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-487-4022 |
| Farmer and The Seahorse 2020 | San Diego CA | 619-302-3682 |
| Rare Society | San Diego CA | 619-501-6404 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla | San Diego CA | 808-868-8639 |
| Third Corner Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 619-417-9251 |
| Oyster and Pearl Bar Restaurant | La Mesa CA | 619-303-8118 |
| Cutwater Spirits | San Diego CA | 619-672-3848 |
| Mission Ave Bar and Grill | Oceanside CA | 760-717-5899 |
| RoVino Rotisserie + Wine | San Diego CA | 619-972-6286 |
| Craft and Commerce (Sekscobra Inc.) | San Diego CA | 619-962-5935 |
| Nolita Hall | San Diego CA | 619-618-8820 |
| Del Mar Country Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-5500 x207 |
| Panama 66 | San Diego CA | 619-206-6352 |
| Wheat & Water | La Jolla CA | 858-291-8690 |
| Sugar Bear Enterprises | San Diego CA | 925-383-3623 |
| Campfire | Carlsbad CA | 760-637-5121 |
| Cross Roots | San Diego CA | 858-245-1678 |
| Bishop School | San Diego CA | 858-459-4021 x212 |
| The Miller's Table | Oceanside CA | 310-694-4091 |
| Leichtag Foundation | Encinitas CA | 760-230-6772 |
| KI's | Encinitas CA | 760-586-8289 |
| Better Buzz Coffee (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-487-5562 |
| Bahia Resort Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-488-0551 |
| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| Morgan Run Resort and Club | Rancho Sante Fe CA | 858-756-2471 |
| Galaxy Taco | La Jolla CA | 858-228-5655 |
| Cucina Enoteca | Del Mar CA | 619-239-2222 |
| Farmers Table | La Mesa CA | 619-724-6465 |
| Common Theory | San Diego CA | 858-384-7974 |
| Harley Gray Kitchen and Bar | San Diego CA | 619-840-7000 |
| Saiko Sushi-North Park | San Diego CA | 619-886-6656 |
| Siamo Napoli | San Diego CA | 619-300-4810 |
| Personal Chef for Seniors | San Diego CA | 619-905-9449 |
| Et Voilà! French Bistro | San Diego CA | 858-610-8784 |
| Open Gym-Craft Meals | San Diego CA | 619-865-3024 |
| Continental Catering Inc | La Mesa CA | 907-738-9264 |
| Little Frenchie | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| The Bier Garden | Encinitas CA | 760-632-2437 |
| Alila Marea (VAGA Bar) | Encinitas CA | 805-539-9719 |
| Zizikis | San Diego CA | 972-567-2396 |
| San Diego Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 619-758-6334 |
| Catania La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Pacific Regent La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-597-8008 |
| Tom Hams Light House | San Diego CA | 619-291-9110 |
| Urban Kitchen | Del Mar CA | 619-239-2222 |
| The Plot | Oceanside CA | 422-266-8200 |
| La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
| Semola | La Jolla CA | 858-247-9670 |
| Terra Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-293-7088 |
| Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen | Oceanside CA | 619-990-0158 |
| InterContinental Banquet Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Herb & Sea | Encinitas CA | 858-587-6601 |
| True Food Kitchen - La Jolla | San Diego CA | 480-212-0175 |
| Yoann Taboyan, Personal Chef | San Diego CA | 347-277-1958 |
| Shake and Muddle | Chula Vista CA | 619-816-5429 |
| Burning Beard | El Cajon CA | 619-884-4716 |
| Juniper & Ivy | San Diego CA | 858-481-3666 |
| Barleymash | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
| Saint Mark Golf and Resort, LLC | San Marcos CA | 508-320-6644 |
| Third Corner Ocean Beach | San Diego CA | 619-223-2700 |
| Larsen's Steakhouse - La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-886-7561 |
| InterContinental Vistal Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Great Maple La Jolla UTC | San Diego CA | 858-886-7403 |
| Toast Catering | San Diego CA | 858-208-9422 |
| Javier Plascencia | Bonita CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Huntress | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
| Peohes | Coronado CA | 619-437-4474 |
| Top of the Market | San Diego CA | 619-234-4867 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Firefly Beach | San Diego CA | 619-222-6440 |
| Berry Good Food Foundation | La Jolla CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Kappa Sushi | San Diego CA | 858-566-3388 |
| Gravity Heights Restaurant and Brewery | San Diego CA | 858-551-5105 |
| Farmers Bottega | San Diego CA | 619-306-8963 |
| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
| Tartine | Coronado CA | 619-435-4323 |
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
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Marylebone Farmers' Market
Brambletye fruit farm
Near Upper Woburn PlaceEuston Road (Stop L), United KingdomBramblrtye lane, forest row, east susex, rH18 5EH http://www.branblrttefytuutfarm.co.uk About 35 days ago, 9/19/21 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 219 days ago, 3/19/21 Sharer's comments : Fennel From Coleman Farms 
Kalivis SA
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens L-27 About 255 days ago, 2/11/21 Sharer's comments : Fennel ! 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 412 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 463 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 470 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 515 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 543 days ago, 4/29/20 
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Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock st. San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 572 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 585 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 644 days ago, 1/19/20 
Winco Foods
Near Sun City West, Arizona, United StatesAbout 645 days ago, 1/18/20 |
