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Basil
Inventory, lb : 264.49
This item was last sold on : 11/27/22
Description/Taste
Basil leaves widely range in size and appearance, depending on the specific variety, and average 3 to 11 centimeters in length with an oval to lanceolate shape. The leaf’s surface is smooth, broad, and flat with prominent veining, found in shades of bright green, dark green, and purple. The leaves also have even to serrated, jagged edges and are attached to fibrous, square stems. Basil leaves are highly fragrant and offer distinct aromas of anise, clove, citrus, cinnamon, and camphor due to a rich content of essential oils. The leaves can be harvested at multiple maturity stages, bearing different flavors with each variety, and generally have an herbal, sweet, and nutty taste with fresh licorice nuances.
Seasons/Availability
Basil is available year-round.
Current Facts
Basil, botanically a part of the Ocimum genus, is a general descriptor used to encompass many different varieties of aromatic herbs belonging to the Lamiaceae or mint family. The name Basil is derived from the Greek word basilikos, roughly translating to mean “herb worthy of a king,” and this title was given to the aromatic plant for its widespread use in medicinal and culinary applications worldwide. Ocimum basilicum, also known as Sweet Basil, is the most prevalent species commercially grown, and within the species, there are over 60 different varieties of Sweet Basil such as Dark Opal, Cinnamon, Globe, and Purple Basil. There are also well-known Basil hybrids, including Lemon and African Blue, and other Basil species such as Thai Basil grown for culinary and medicinal uses.
Nutritional Value
Basil is an excellent source of vitamin K, a nutrient that assists in faster wound healing, and is a good source of iron to build the protein hemoglobin to transport oxygen through the blood. The aromatic leaves also contain vitamin A to maintain healthy organ functioning, calcium to strengthen bones, manganese to stimulate protein digestion, and antioxidants to provide anti-inflammatory properties to protect against free radical damage. Basil contains an aromatic fragrance and flavor due to essential oils such as linalool, methyl chavicol, and eugenol. Each essential oil will be found in varying levels in different Basil varieties, giving each type a unique flavor and scent.
Applications
Basil is an aromatic herb used whole, chopped, or crushed in a wide variety of savory and sweet preparations. The leaves are most commonly used raw and are lightly torn, tossed into green salads, chopped and mixed into grain, rice, and noodle dishes, or used as a fresh topping over pizza and pasta. Basil can also be layered on toast with creamy spreads, placed inside sandwiches, infused into oils and vinegar, or blended into sauces such as pesto. Beyond fresh applications, Basil can be sauteed into eggs, stir-fried with vegetables, stirred into soups and curries, or deep-fried and served with roasted meats. The herbs can also be incorporated into sweet dishes such as sorbet or ice cream and used as a topping over shortcakes, cookies, and tarts. In addition to the leaves, Basil flower buds are edible and can be mixed into salads, soups, and bowls. Basil pairs well with nuts such as pistachios, pine nuts, and walnuts, tomatoes, zucchini, corn, artichoke hearts, radishes, bell peppers, aromatics including garlic, onion, red onion, ginger, lemongrass, and shallots, fruits such as pears, strawberries, nectarines, peaches, watermelon, and mango, and other herbs such as mint, parsley, and cilantro. Basil should be used immediately for the best quality and flavor. Fresh leaves attached to stems can be placed in a glass of water and lightly covered in the refrigerator, where they will keep up to one week. Individual leaves can also be stored in between paper towels in a plastic bag, kept in the fridge for 2 to 4 days. For extended use, Basil can be frozen in airtight plastic bags. Basil can also be dried and used as a spice, but much of the aroma and flavor will be lost in the drying process.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
In Italy, Basil has transitioned over time from a symbol of hate to a symbol of love. During the Ancient Roman Empire, many gardeners believed Basil would grow to larger sizes if the plant were yelled at and cursed while cultivating. This aggression established the herb’s hateful reputation, but later in the mid 14th century, Basil became a symbol of love and death in the story of Lisabetta and The Pot of Basil. The emotional story is contained within The Decameron, a novel written by Giovanni Boccaccio, centered around two lovers caught in a secret affair, Lisabetta and Lorenzo. One night Lorenzo was killed by Lisabetta’s brothers, and in anguish, Lisabetta cut off her lover’s head and buried it in the bottom of a potted Basil plant. Lisabetta wept over the Basil daily, and through her tears, the plant flourished and became a symbol of her lost love. The story tragically ends with the Basil plant being taken away from Lisabetta, but the tale transformed Basil's hateful reputation into a symbol of love in Italian culture. In the Middle Ages, Basil was also worn in single women's hair as a symbol of their availability for romance and was thought to help bring them love.
Geography/History
Basil is native to regions of Africa and Asia and has been growing wild for over 4,000 years. The ancient herb was introduced to the Mediterranean in the early ages through trade routes and was used for religious, medicinal, and folkloric purposes in Egyptian, Greek, and Roman civilizations. Basil was eventually spread to England during the 16th century and North America in the 17th century. Newspaper documentation mentioning the sale of Basil in New York can be found dating back to the end of the 18th century, quickly establishing the herb as a cultivated variety. Today, Basil can be found growing in warm, subtropical, and temperate regions worldwide, especially in Central Africa, Southeast Asia, the Mediterranean, New Zealand, Australia, and the United States. The herbs are cultivated for commercial use, grown in home gardens, and are also still found growing wild.
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| Pacific Bound Yachts, Inc | San Diego CA | 954-638-7757 |
| Pretty Pickled, Pretty Sauced | National City CA | 619-869-9921 |
| Harvest Kitchen | Vista CA | 619-709-0938 |
| Morning Glory | San Diego CA | 619-629-0302 |
| Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe 1 | San Diego CA | 858-405-2401 |
| Harley Gray Kitchen and Bar | San Diego CA | 619-840-7000 |
| 264 Fresco (Kitchen) | Carlsbad CA | 760-720-3737 |
| Red O Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-291-8360 |
| Addison Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-350-7600 |
| Saint Mark Golf and Resort, LLC | San Marcos CA | 508-320-6644 |
| insideOUT (Bar) | San Diego CA | 619-793-9221 |
| Urbn Pizza Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-255-7300 |
| The Crossings | Carlsbad CA | 760-444-1800 |
| An's Dry Cleaning | San Diego CA | 1-830-821-2405 |
| Polite Provisions | San Diego CA | 619-677-3784 |
| Ki's Kitchen Commissary | VISTA CA | 760-777-0700 |
| Rustic Root (Bar) | San Diego CA | 619-702-5595 |
| James Coffee Co. Escondido | Escondido CA | 619-961-5805 |
| Civico 1845 | San Diego CA | 574-210-4025 |
| The Monsaraz | San Diego CA | 858-760-6228 |
| Flap Your Jacks | San Diego CA | 858-224-7442 |
| Wayfarer Bread | La Jolla CA | 805-709-0964 |
| 619 Spirits | San Diego CA | 619-647-4409 |
| Great Maple La Jolla UTC | San Diego CA | 858-886-7403 |
| Isola Pizza Bar | San Diego CA | 619-564-2938 |
| Pendry SD (Provisional Bar) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Cucina Sorella | San Diego CA | 858-232-7808 |
| Pacific Cafe & Catering (Medical Cntr Dr.) | La Jolla CA | 619-808-4087 |
| Lime in the Coconut | Chula Vista CA | 619-820-0961 |
| Cucina Enoteca | Del Mar CA | 619-239-2222 |
| The Spot 2021 | La Jolla CA | 958-459-0800 |
| Villa Capri Poway | Poway CA | 858-391-9400 |
| Home & Away - Old Town | San Diego CA | 619-886-1358 |
| The Switchboard Restaurant and Bar | Oceanside CA | 442-266-2781 |
| Marriott Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-3000 x6335 |
| Cutwater Spirits | San Diego CA | 619-672-3848 |
| Capri Blu 2020 | San Diego CA | 858-673-5100 |
| Mission Bay Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 858-488-0501 |
| Common Stock | San Diego CA | 805-638-8367 |
| Farm Fresh Meals | Vista CA | 760-707-2383 |
| West Brew-Downtown | San Diego CA | 619-726-6567 |
| Crust Pizzeria Carlsbad 2019 | Carlsbad CA | 760-944-1111 |
| BFD-Big Front Door | San Diego CA | 619-723-8183 |
| Dan Gonzales Inc. | San Diego CA | |
| The Santaluz Club Inc - Main Dining | San Diego CA | 858-759-3150 |
| Bernardo Heights Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-487-4022 |
| Bayside Landing | San Diego CA | 858-270-9200 |
| Coronado Yacht Club | Coronado CA | 619-435-1848 |
| Landons East Meets West | San Marcos CA | 760-304-4560 |
| The Joint | San Diego CA | 619-222-8272 |
| Black Raill Kitchen + Bar | Carlsbad CA | 619-454-9182 |
| Louisiana Purchase | San Diego CA | 619-255-8278 |
| Convention Center Shell | San Diego CA | 619-954-3063 |
| Chateau Lake San Marcos | San Marcos CA | 760-670-5807 |
| The Trails | San Diego CA | 619-581-5331 |
| Portside Pier (Brigantine) | San Diego CA | 858-268-1030 |
| Plan 9 Alehouse | Escondido CA | 760-489-8817 |
| Thyme for Something Homemade | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-245-1004 |
| Four Seasons Foods Catering | San Diego CA | 619-876-6986 |
| Ulivo | San Diego CA | 619-962-7345 |
| Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District | El Cajon CA | 619-644-7585 |
| The Pizza Guys | Vista CA | 760-529-7873 |
| Parisien Gourmandises | La Jolla CA | 858-352-6552 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Sabor a Vida Café & Deli | Vista CA | 760-536-3331 |
| Pitchers | San Diego CA | 858-472-1251 |
| Third Corner Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 619-417-9251 |
| Red Door Friends | San Diego CA | 619-295-6000 |
| Regulars Wanted Beanery | Ramona CA | 619-719-8634 |
| Palmys | San Diego CA | 858-886-7111 |
| Searcher | San Diego CA | 619-226-2403 |
| Beach Terrance Inn | Carlsbad CA | 760-729-5951 |
| Pete's Seafood and Sandwich | San Diego CA | 619-852-1493 |
| Cross Roots | San Diego CA | 858-245-1678 |
| Maderas Golf Club | Poway CA | 858-451-8100 |
| The Guild Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-373-3184 |
| Barrel Republic Escondido | Escondido CA | 760-795-0006 |
| Marys Gourmet Salads | La Jolla CA | 858-925-4690 |
| Vogue Tavern | Chula Vista CA | 619-371-3322 |
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| Stake Chophouse & Bar | Coronado CA | 619-522-0077 |
| Seneca | San Diego CA | 619-588-2411 |
| Tahona (Kitchen) | San Diego CA | 619-573-0289 |
| Marriott Gaslamp | San Diego CA | 619-696-0234 x6051 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-380-9840 |
| The Privateer Coal Fire Pizza | Oceanside CA | 760-310-1535 |
| Wonderland Ocean Pub | San Diego CA | 619-255-3358 |
| Uptown Tavern | San Diego CA | 619-683-9322 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (20/20) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Green Acres Campus 2020 | San Diego CA | 858-450-9907 |
| InterContinental Vistal Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Hane | San Diego CA | 619-339-6438 |
| Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-381-8289 |
| Terra Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-293-7088 |
| Mesa Agricola | Carlsbad CA | 707-758-6650 |
| InterContinental Banquet Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Solare Ristorante Lounge | San Diego CA | 619-270-9670 |
| The Wild Thyme Company | San Diego CA | 858-527-0226 |
| Marriott Courtyard Old Town | San Diego CA | 619-260-8500 |
| Oscars Brewing Company | Temecula CA | 619-695-2422 |
| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| Tap Room Beer Co. | San Diego CA | 619-539-7738 |
| Barbarella La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-7373 |
| Polaris Supreme | San Diego CA | 619-390-7890 |
| Secret Sister | San Diego CA | 619-281-0718 |
| The Go Go Truck | San Diego CA | 401-837-1740 |
| Las Tres Catrinas Restaurant Bar LLC | Chula Vista CA | 619-240-9133 |
| Mitch's Seafood | San Diego CA | 619-316-7314 |
| The Mission MB | San Diego CA | 858-488-9060 |
| Sets Kitchen and Bar | San Marcos CA | 970-390-2148 |
| Great Maple Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-255-2282 |
| Herb & Sea | Encinitas CA | 858-587-6601 |
| Eddie V's Prime Seafood - EV# 8514 | San Diego CA | 619-615-0281 |
| Don Pietro | San Diego CA | 619-255-7205 |
| Bishop School | San Diego CA | 858-459-4021 |
| Coin-Op Game Room (Downtown) | San Diego CA | 619-255-8864 |
| Brigantine Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1166 |
| Birds Eye (Prep Kitchen) | San Diego CA | 619-780-0974 |
| The Roxy Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2899 |
| Le Papagayo (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-944-8252 |
| Uprising Pizza | El Cajon CA | 619-928-3286 |
| Hotel Del ENO Produce | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Brigantine La Mesa | La Mesa CA | 619-465-1935 |
| Pizza Cassette | San Diego CA | 802-310-5601 |
| Mister A's Bar | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| The Plot | Oceanside CA | 422-266-8200 |
| Primal Balance Nutrition LLC | San Marcos CA | 760-822-2904 |
| Hilton Mission Valley | San Diego CA | 619-543-9000 |
| Neighborhood Burger | San Diego CA | 619-446-0002 |
| Tipsy Crow | San Diego CA | 619-338-9300 |
| Le Parfait Paris | San Diego CA | 619-245-4457 |
| GreensPlease | Poway CA | 858-842-1001 |
| Knotty Barrel- Rancho | San Diego CA | 858-484-8758 |
| Bound Coffee | Oceanside CA | 760-805-3505 |
| Olive Tree Marketplace | San Diego CA | 619-224-0443 |
| Starlite Kitchen 2022 | San Diego CA | 619-358-9766 |
| Marisi La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 951-852-6730 |
| MCRD-Marine Corps Recruit Dept | San Diego CA | 619-725-6478 |
| Relic Bageri LLC | San Diego CA | 619-335-6328 |
| Pizza E Birra | San Diego CA | 619-916-8407 |
| Blind Lady | San Diego CA | 619-381-4475 |
| Kettner Exchange | San Diego CA | 909-915-9877 |
| Barleymash | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
| Pete's Premade Paleo | San Diego CA | 770-359-8274 |
| Bayhill Tavern | San Diego CA | 858-288-6923 |
| US Grant Hotel Main | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Moniker Coffee Company | San Diego CA | 541-450-2402 |
| Storyhouse Spirits | San Diego CA | 801-949-5955 |
| Harbor View Hotel Ventures, LLC | San Diego CA | 619-239-6800 |
| Elixir De La Lune | La Jolla CA | 619-985-8979 |
| Aztec Shop Catering | San Diego CA | 619-594-3576 |
| The Flower Pot Cafe and Bakery | La Jolla CA | 858-454-5453 |
| The Tavern Bar | Coronado CA | 602-628-5890 |
| La Costa Resort & Spa Main Kitchen | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-7063 |
| Hash House A Go Go | San Diego CA | 951-764-0605 |
| Oyster and Pearl Bar Restaurant | La Mesa CA | 619-303-8118 |
| Tom Hams Light House | San Diego CA | 619-291-9110 |
| Siamo Napoli | San Diego CA | 619-300-4810 |
| Saiko Sushi-Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-0868 |
| Le Papagayo (Carlsbad) Bar | Carlsbad CA | 949-235-5862 |
| Kirstin Green | San Diego CA | 619-865-6266 |
| Madison | San Diego CA | 619-822-3465 |
| Darshan Bakery (Del Mar) | Del Mar CA | 858-925-7223 |
| Creme de la Crepe | San Diego CA | 619-771-8261 |
| Pacific Regent La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-597-8008 |
| Sandbar Sports Grill | Mission Beach CA | 858-488-1274 |
| Village Vino | San Diego CA | 619-546-8466 |
| Alila Marea (VAGA Bar) | Encinitas CA | 805-539-9719 |
| Hill Top Winery | Valley Center CA | 858-405-9314 |
| Del Mar Country Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-5500 x207 |
| The Mission NP | San Diego CA | 619-220-8992 |
| PFC Fitness Camp | Carlsbad CA | 888-488-8936 |
| Et Voilà! French Bistro | San Diego CA | 858-610-8784 |
| Cesarina | San Diego CA | 619-226-6222 |
| Barefoot Coffee Cafe | Solana Beach CA | 310-428-4085 |
| Reata Glen | Ladera Ranch CA | 949-545-2250 |
| Shogun Sportfishing | San Diego CA | 619-226-8030 |
| Sandpiper Wood Fired Grill & Oysters | La Jolla CA | 858-228-5655 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-761-1269 |
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Hillcrest Farmers Market
Rodney Kawano Farms
Near San Diego, California, United StatesOceanside, CA About 15 days ago, 11/13/22 
Little Italy Mercato
Gilbert and Lee Farms
Near San Diego, California, United StatesFallbrook, CA About 30 days ago, 10/29/22 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesOceanside, CA About 71 days ago, 9/18/22 
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Coleman Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 72 days ago, 9/17/22 Sharer's comments : Basil from Coleman Family Farms 
Big C Super Center Bangkok Thailand
Near Bangkok, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon Bangkok, ThailandAbout 83 days ago, 9/05/22 
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Wonderland Tomatoes
Near Encinitas, California, United StatesEncinitas, CA About 106 days ago, 8/14/22 
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Indian Summer Farm
Near San Diego, California, United StatesRamona, CA About 121 days ago, 7/30/22 
Natoora
Natoora
Near London, England, United Kingdom135 Bishopsgate, London EC2M 3YD, United Kingdom 4402072370346 About 139 days ago, 7/12/22 
Poway Farmers Market
D'Acquisto Farms
Near Poway, California, United StatesSan Diego, CA About 156 days ago, 6/25/22 
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Rodney Kawano Farms
Near San Diego, California, United StatesOceanside, CA About 169 days ago, 6/12/22 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 195 days ago, 5/17/22 Sharer's comments : Basil from Her Produce 
Leucadia Farmer's Market
Maciel Family Farm
Near Encinitas, California, United StatesBonsall, CA About 211 days ago, 5/01/22 
Hillcrest Farmers Market
Archi's Acres Inc.
Near San Diego, California, United StatesEscondido, CA About 246 days ago, 3/27/22 
North Park Thursday Market
Rodney Kawano Farms
Near San Diego, California, United StatesOceanside, CA About 381 days ago, 11/11/21 
Specialty Produce
SpecialtyProduce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock street San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 430 days ago, 9/24/21 Sharer's comments : Basil from Fresno Evergreens 
Leucadia Farmer's Market
Rodriguez Family Farms
Near Encinitas, California, United StatesSan Diego, CA About 435 days ago, 9/19/21 Sharer's comments : Can't go wrong with a fresh basil, tomato salad! 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 455 days ago, 8/30/21 
Pacific Beach Farmers Market
Rodney Kawano Farms
Near La Jolla, California, United StatesOceanside, CA About 468 days ago, 8/17/21 Sharer's comments : This freshly torn basil smells decadent and the recipes are boundless! 
Hillcrest Farmers Market
Archi's Acres Inc.
Near San Diego, California, United StatesEscondido, CA About 477 days ago, 8/08/21 Sharer's comments : Fresh basil in abundance!! Love this small scale organic farm with a mission - they have an awesome Veteran's sustainable agriculture program ❤️ 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 484 days ago, 8/01/21 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 592 days ago, 4/15/21 Sharer's comments : Basil From Fresno Evergreens |
