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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.
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Star MicroFlowers™ offer a sweet, mild flavor with a floral aroma. These petite flowers consist of four or five delicate petals which form a star like shape. Both the petals and the hollow stem of the flower can be varying shades of pink, red and purple.
Star MicroFlowers™ are available year-round.
Star MicroFlowers™ are perfect for use in fresh preparations. Add to green, grain and stacked salads or float atop cold clear to light colored soups. Use to decorate cakes, tarts, gelato and delicate pasteries. Incorporate Star MicroFlowers™ and fresh herbs into butter, sour cream or soft cheeses to make an attractive spread for bread and crackers. Use as an edible garnish on frittatas, quiche and stir-fries or add to brine when making pickled vegetables.
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
Recipes that include Star MicroFlowers™. One
is
easiest, three is harder.
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Description/Taste
Star MicroFlowers™ offer a sweet, mild flavor with a floral aroma. These petite flowers consist of four or five delicate petals which form a star like shape. Both the petals and the hollow stem of the flower can be varying shades of pink, red and purple.
Seasons/Availability
Star MicroFlowers™ are available year-round.
Applications
Star MicroFlowers™ are perfect for use in fresh preparations. Add to green, grain and stacked salads or float atop cold clear to light colored soups. Use to decorate cakes, tarts, gelato and delicate pasteries. Incorporate Star MicroFlowers™ and fresh herbs into butter, sour cream or soft cheeses to make an attractive spread for bread and crackers. Use as an edible garnish on frittatas, quiche and stir-fries or add to brine when making pickled vegetables.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Mille Fleurs | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-3085 |
| Catering Solutions | Chula Vista CA | 619-957-1162 |
| Raki Raki & Co. | San Diego CA | 858-573-2400 |
| La Costa Glen South | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| Shakespeare's Corner Shoppe & Afternoon Tea | San Diego CA | 619-683-2748 |
| Il Dandy | San Diego CA | 609-373-5917 |
| Mr A's Pastry | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| Dija Mara 2021 | Oceanside CA | 760-231-5376 |
| Semola | La Jolla CA | 858-247-9670 |
| Miho | San Diego CA | 619-365-5655 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Star MicroFlowers™. One
is
easiest, three is harder.| Marzipan |
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Sugared (Crystalized) Edible Flowers |
