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Calamondin Limes
The Calamondin lime, scientific name, X Citrofortunella mitis & Citrus microcarpa, is also known as the lime orange, Chinese orange or Calamondin orange.
Salanova® Lettuces
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Pinkglow™ Pineapple
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Grower
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.
| Huntress | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
| Mission Pacific | Oceanside CA | 760-450-7864 |
| Cloak and Petal Bar | San Diego CA | 619-501-5505 |
| Herb & Wood Bar | San Diego CA | 619-955-8495 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Star MicroFlowers™. One
is
easiest, three is harder.| Marzipan |
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Sugared (Crystalized) Edible Flowers |
