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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.
| Harley Gray Kitchen and Bar | San Diego CA | 619-840-7000 |
| Park Hyatt Aviara | Carlsbad CA | 760-448-1234 |
| Marriott Marina Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-234-1500 x6113 |
| Alila Marea Beach Resort | Encinitas CA | 805-539-9719 |
| Marriott Del Mar | San Diego CA | 858-369-6029 |
| Madison | San Diego CA | 619-822-3465 |
| Caffe Calabria Coffee Roasting Company | San Diego CA | 619-683-7787 |
| Stake Chophouse & Bar | Coronado CA | 619-522-0077 |
| Morgan Run Resort and Club | Rancho Sante Fe CA | 858-756-2471 |
| Zito Inc | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 831-915-9038 |
| Galaxy Taco | La Jolla CA | 858-228-5655 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla | San Diego CA | 808-868-8639 |
| Communal Coffee | San Diego CA | |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| WaterBar | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-380-9840 |
| Tom Hams Light House | San Diego CA | 619-291-9110 |
| Oyster and Pearl Bar Restaurant | La Mesa CA | 619-303-8118 |
| Yoann Taboyan, Personal Chef | San Diego CA | 347-277-1958 |
| Bistro du Marche by Tapenade | La Jolla CA | 858-551-7500 |
| Great Maple Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-255-2282 |
| Surf Side Cuisine | San Diego CA | 619-507-0891 |
| Third Corner Ocean Beach | San Diego CA | 619-223-2700 |
| Puesto-Mission Valley | San Diego CA | 619-804-4217 |
| The Hop Stop | Poway CA | 858-859-2669 |
| Jake's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-2002 |
| The Plot | Oceanside CA | 422-266-8200 |
| Campfire | Carlsbad CA | 760-637-5121 |
| Born & Raised | San Diego CA | 619-944-1631 |
| The Miller's Table | Oceanside CA | 310-694-4091 |
| Waters Catering | San Diego CA | 619-276-8803 x4 |
| InterContinental San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Le Papagayo (Carlsbad) | Carlsbad CA | 949-235-5862 |
| Barleymash | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
| Firefly Beach | San Diego CA | 619-222-6440 |
| Verbena Kitchen - Bar | San Diego CA | 609-458-1672 |
| ALCE 101 | Solana Beach CA | 619-886-0059 |
| Gaslamp Union Kitchen & Tap | San Diego CA | 619-795-9463 |
| Asti Ristorante | San Diego CA | 619-232-8844 |
| Pour House | Oceanside CA | 760-730-5944 |
| InterContinental Vistal Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| Burning Beard | El Cajon CA | 619-884-4716 |
| Reata Glen | Ladera Ranch CA | 949-545-2250 |
| Avant | San Diego CA | 858-675-8505 |
| Javier Plascencia | Bonita CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Semola | La Jolla CA | 858-247-9670 |
| Common Theory | San Diego CA | 858-384-7974 |
| Zizikis | San Diego CA | 972-567-2396 |
| Kappa Sushi | San Diego CA | 858-566-3388 |
| Beaumont's | San Diego CA | 858-459-0474 |
| The Wild Thyme Company | San Diego CA | 858-527-0226 |
| The Roxy Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2899 |
| Cucina Enoteca | Del Mar CA | 619-239-2222 |
| Zel's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-0076 |
| Nolita Hall | San Diego CA | 619-618-8820 |
| The Cork and Craft | San Diego CA | 858-618-2463 |
| Jeune Et Jolie | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| The Seabird Resort | Oceanside CA | 951-704-9703 |
| The Rose | San Diego CA | 619-572-7671 |
| Waverly | Cardiff CA | 619-244-0416 |
| Cardellino | San Diego CA | 619-722-3398 |
| InterContinental Banquet Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Craft and Commerce (Sekscobra Inc.) | San Diego CA | 619-962-5935 |
| Bali Hai Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-222-1181 |
| Bleu Boheme | San Diego CA | 619-255-4167 |
| The Tavern | Coronado CA | 602-628-5890 |
| Zeca Trading Co. | San Diego CA | 619-410-1576 |
| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| Sbicca | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1001 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (7 Mile) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| La Costa Resort & Spa Main Kitchen | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-7063 |
| Harvest Kitchen | Vista CA | 619-709-0938 |
| Del Mar Country Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-5500 x207 |
| Catania La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Mr A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| Fort Oak | San Diego CA | 619-795-6901 |
| International Smoke Del Mar | San Diego CA | 619-331-4528 |
| Shogun Sportfishing | San Diego CA | 619-226-8030 |
| Shore Rider | La Jolla CA | 858-412-5308 |
| Fishery | San Diego CA | 858-272-9985 |
| Seasalt | Del Mar CA | 858-755-7100 |
| Bernardo Heights Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-487-4022 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Paradise Point Resort Main Kitchen | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| US Grant Hotel Main | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Iron Pig Alehouse | San Diego CA | 619-885-3718 |
| Great Maple La Jolla UTC | San Diego CA | 858-886-7403 |
| Verbena Kitchen LLC | San Diego CA | 609-458-1672 |
| Village Vino | San Diego CA | 619-546-8466 |
| Barbusa | San Diego CA | 619-297-6333 |
| Volcano Rabbit | San Diego CA | 619-232-8226 |
| The Shout House | San Diego CA | 619-231-6700 |
| Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-381-8289 |
| Panama 66 | San Diego CA | 619-206-6352 |
| Larsen's Steakhouse - La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-886-7561 |
| Home and Away Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 619-886-1358 |
| Third Corner Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 619-417-9251 |
| Rare Society | San Diego CA | 619-501-6404 |
| Herb & Wood | San Diego CA | 520-205-1288 |
| Craft House Sky Deck | San Diego CA | 619-948-4458 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| The Shores | La Jolla CA | 858-459-8271 |
| Mission Ave Bar and Grill | Oceanside CA | 760-717-5899 |
| Eclipse Chocolate | San Diego CA | 619-831-5170 |
| Wine Vault & Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-295-3939 |
| Continental Catering Inc | La Mesa CA | 907-738-9264 |
| 264 Fresco (Deck Kitchen) | Carlsbad CA | 760-720-3737 |
| Et Voilà! French Bistro | San Diego CA | 858-610-8784 |
| The Bier Garden | Encinitas CA | 760-632-2437 |
| Alila Marea (VAGA Bar) | Encinitas CA | 805-539-9719 |
| Pacific Regent La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-597-8008 |
| Under Belly-Uptown | San Diego CA | 619-269-4626 |
| BFD-Big Front Door | San Diego CA | 619-723-8183 |
| Saiko Sushi-North Park | San Diego CA | 619-886-6656 |
| Barrel & Board | San Diego CA | 619-379-2574 |
| La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
| Edgewater Grill | San Diego CA | 619-232-7581 |
| RoVino Rotisserie + Wine | San Diego CA | 619-972-6286 |
| Miho | San Diego CA | 619-365-5655 |
| Mille Fleurs | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-3085 |
| Addison Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-350-7600 |
| Terra Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-293-7088 |
| Red Tail Catering | San Marcos CA | 858-605-8219 |
| Paradise Point Resort Tidal | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Ballast Point Restaurant - Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-298-2337 |
| Chateau Lake San Marcos | San Marcos CA | 760-670-5807 |
| Toast Catering | San Diego CA | 858-208-9422 |
| Union Kitchen & Tap (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2337 |
| US Grant Hotel Grill | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Hotel Republic San Diego | San Diego CA | 951-756-9357 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| O'Brien's Pub | San Diego CA | 858-715-1745 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Serea Restaurant | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Bol | San Diego CA | 760-500-0616 |
| Trust Restaurant | San Diego CA | 609-780-7572 |
| Hotel La Jolla & CUSP | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0261 |
| Brigantine La Mesa | La Mesa CA | 619-465-1935 |
| Oscars Brewing Company | Temecula CA | 619-695-2422 |
| Gravity Heights Restaurant and Brewery | San Diego CA | 858-551-5105 |
| Urban Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-239-2222 |
| C 2 C | San Diego CA | 619-972-9345 |
| Carte Blanche Bistro & Bar | Oceanside CA | 619-297-3100 |
| Bahia Resort Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-488-0551 |
| Tahona (Kitchen) | San Diego CA | 619-573-0289 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Serea Restaurant Bar | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Cucina Sorella | San Diego CA | 858-232-7808 |
| Top of the Market | San Diego CA | 619-234-4867 |
| Shake and Muddle | Chula Vista CA | 619-816-5429 |
| Miho (Production) | San Diego CA | 619-867-4295 |
| Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse | Alpine CA | 800-295-3172 |
| Estancia Adobe | San Diego CA | 858-550-1000 |
| Wrench and Rodent | Oceanside CA | 760-840-1976 |
| Saiko Sushi-Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-0868 |
| Herb & Sea | Encinitas CA | 858-587-6601 |
| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Home & Away - Old Town | San Diego CA | 619-886-1358 |
| Huntress | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
| The Flavor Chef (Catering) | Vista CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Beeside Balcony | Del Mar CA | 858-880-8105 |
| Crab Hut | San Diego CA | 858-860-5225 |
| Brockton Villa Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-454-7393 |
| Black Raill Kitchen + Bar | Carlsbad CA | 619-454-9182 |
| Le Papagayo (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-944-8252 |
| Il Sogno Italiano | San Diego CA | 619-380-2652 |
| La Costa Glen South | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Sundeck | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
| Eve-Creations Wellness | Encinitas CA | 775-450-7235 |
| Rovino The Foodery | San Diego CA | 619-204-3666 |
| Green Dragon Tavern & Museum | Carlsbad CA | 760-797-5579 |
| Kairoa Brewing Company | San Diego CA | 858-735-0051 |
| Wet Stone Winebar and Cafe | San Diego CA | 619-255-2856 |
| Convention Center Shell | San Diego CA | |
| Villa Capri Poway | Poway CA | 858-391-9400 |
| Little Frenchie | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| Donna Jean | San Diego CA | |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Toast Cafe | San Diego CA | 858-208-9422 |
| JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
| Farmers Bottega | San Diego CA | 619-306-8963 |
| Open Gym-Craft Meals | San Diego CA | 619-799-3675 |
| Seneca | San Diego CA | 619-588-2411 |
| Don Pietro | San Diego CA | 619-255-7205 |
| The Glen at Scripps Ranch | San Diego CA | 858-444-8500 |
| Vista Valley | Vista CA | 760-758-2800 |
| Cardiff Seaside Market | Cardiff CA | 760-753-5445 |
| Juniper & Ivy Bar | San Diego CA | 858-481-3666 |
| Pali Wine Company | San Diego CA | 310-893-0038 |
| La Costa Glen North | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1436 |
| Truluck's Seafood Steak and Crab House | San Diego CA | 858-453-2583 |
| Better Buzz Coffee (Point Loma) | San Diego CA | 619-222-2899 |
| Cape Rey Carlsbad, a Hilton Resort | Carlsbad CA | 760-602-0800 |
| University Club | San Diego CA | 619-234-5200 |
| PFC Fitness Camp | Carlsbad CA | 888-488-8936 |
| San Diego Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 619-758-6334 |
| Storyhouse Spirits | San Diego CA | 801-949-5955 |
| Chef Jenn | Solana Beach CA | 858-212-9054 |
| The Pearl Hotel | San Diego CA | 877-732-7573 |
| Wheat & Water | La Jolla CA | 858-291-8690 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Glenbrook Health Center | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| Better Buzz Coffee (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-487-5562 |
| Fernside | San Diego CA | 619-398-5156 |
| Miho (Delivery) | San Diego CA | 619-867-4295 |
| Encontro North Park | San Diego CA | 310-955-6333 |
| Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District | El Cajon CA | 619-644-7585 |
| Cody's at the Cove | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0040 |
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 138 days ago, 3/19/21 Sharer's comments : Fennel From Coleman Farms 
Kalivis SA
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens L-27 About 174 days ago, 2/11/21 Sharer's comments : Fennel ! 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 331 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 382 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 389 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 434 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 462 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 491 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 504 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 563 days ago, 1/19/20 
Winco Foods
Near Sun City West, Arizona, United StatesAbout 564 days ago, 1/18/20 
I Formaggi Al Mercato Centrale
Near Florence, Tuscany, ItalyAbout 659 days ago, 10/15/19 
Leucadia farmers market
Divine Harvest Farm
Near Encinitas, California, United States661-525-2870 About 710 days ago, 8/25/19 
Corvallis Farmers' Market
Near Corvallis, Oregon, United StatesAbout 725 days ago, 8/10/19 |
