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Calamondin Limes
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Salanova® Lettuces
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Pinkglow™ Pineapple
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Description/Taste
Oregano is a shrub-like herb with multiple-branched stems, growing either upright or in a creeping manner, depending on the variety. It can grow as tall as three feet in height. The leaves are narrow and pinnate, or arrow-shaped, and have a soft, fuzzy texture. They grow in pairs, well-spaced out along tender stems. As the plant grows, the more mature stems become woody at the base. In the late summer, small white flowers bloom from the flower spikes (bracts) at the top of the stems. Typically, Oregano is harvested just before the flowers bloom, when the flavor and aroma is at its peak. Oregano is said to have a ‘balsamic’ flavor; a combination of mint (a closely related herb), thyme, and rosemary. The taste is strong and somewhat bitter.
Seasons/Availability
Oregano is available year-round.
Current Facts
Oregano is botanically classified as Origanum vulgare, and is often referred to as “Wild Marjoram.” While marjoram is also in the genus Origanum, the two are different species. The major differences between the two herbs can be found in the compounds contained in each plant’s volatile (or “essential”) oils. Oregano has long been used as a culinary and medicinal herb in Europe and more recently worldwide.
Nutritional Value
Oregano is a good source of iron, manganese, vitamin K, fiber and calcium. It also contains omega-3 fatty acids The two main compounds in essential oils obtained from Oregano are thymol and carvacrol, which are the primary natural chemicals that give Oregano its specific flavor profile. The compounds have strong anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. Phytonutrients in Oregano give the herb four times more antioxidant power than blueberries. For the best health benefits, Oregano is often brewed into a tea or the essential oils are extracted from the leaves for use in supplements, diffusers and some cosmetics.
Applications
Oregano is a traditional Mediterranean herb and plays a prominent role in Greek and Italian cuisine. Pair fresh and dried oregano with cured olives, sheep's milk cheeses, tomatoes, pork, lamb, potatoes, pasta and rices. It is an ideal aromatic for meat stews and can compliment olive oil sauces for grilled and baked fish. Keep cool and dry until ready to use.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
To the ancient Romans and Greeks, Oregano was seen as a symbol for happiness and joy. Wreaths of Oregano sprigs were worn as crowns by the bride and groom on their wedding day; the herb was thought to bring blessings of happiness to the couple. In other folk remedies from Europe to Australia, Oregano was used as a cure-all for sickness, digestive troubles, detoxification and maintaining good heart health.
Geography/History
Oregano is native to the Mediterranean and the region stretching east towards Asia. The botanical name Origanum vulgare comes from the Greek oros for “mountain” and ganos for “joy,” named for its favorite growth habit – the warm, dry mountainsides of Greece. Oregano was cultivated in France since the Middle Ages and is a major component of Mediterranean cuisine. The herb was unknown to Americans until the 20th century when soldiers returning from World War I brought Oregano back from Italy. There are many plants that are referred to as “Oregano” because they contain high amounts of carvacrol, which is responsible for the flavor profile indicative of Oregano. It is estimated that there are over forty different species, and countless hybrids of Oregano due to the wide variability of the species and its ability to cross pollinate very easily.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Cow by Bear | San Diego CA | 415-565-9989 |
| Qero | Encinitas CA | 702-334-8845 |
| Top of the Market | San Diego CA | 619-234-4867 |
| Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens | Escondido CA | 760-294-7866 |
| Eye of RA Hot Sauce | El Cajon CA | 858-269-5068 |
| Bernardo Heights Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-487-4022 |
| The Glen at Scripps Ranch | San Diego CA | 858-444-8500 |
| Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
| Rustic Root | San Diego CA | 619-232-1747 |
| Stone Brewing-Liberty Station | San Diego CA | 619-269-2100 |
| Herb & Sea | Encinitas CA | 858-587-6601 |
| La Costa Glen North | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1436 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
| Hilton Garden Inn | San Diego CA | 858-720-9500 |
| 264 Fresco (Deck Kitchen) | Carlsbad CA | 760-720-3737 |
| Carmel Mountain Ranch Country Club | San Diego CA | 760-583-9237 |
| Pali Wine Company | San Diego CA | 310-893-0038 |
| All Aspects Catering and Events | San Diego CA | 855-287-7658 |
| Peohes | Coronado CA | 619-437-4474 |
| Moxy San Diego Gaslamp | San Diego CA | 619-376-1850 |
| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| Chateau Lake San Marcos | San Marcos CA | 760-670-5807 |
| The Wise Ox | San Diego CA | 619-851-0672 |
| C 2 C | San Diego CA | 619-972-9345 |
| Solare Ristorante Lounge | San Diego CA | 619-270-9670 |
| The Plot | Oceanside CA | 422-266-8200 |
| Tribute Pizza | San Diego CA | 858-220-0030 |
| Lucky Bolt | San Diego CA | 662-832-3638 |
| Landons East Meets West | San Marcos CA | 760-304-4560 |
| Rosemary Trattoria | Coronado CA | 619-669-8435 |
| Panama 66 | San Diego CA | 619-206-6352 |
| Continental Catering Inc | La Mesa CA | 907-738-9264 |
| Venissimo Cheese Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-491-0708 |
| Secret Sister | San Diego CA | 619-281-0718 |
| Manhattan of La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0700 |
| InterContinental Vistal Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Davanti Enoteca India St. | San Diego CA | 619-237-9606 |
| The Farm Golf Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-5585 |
| Crown Point Catering | San Diego CA | 619-223-1211 |
| The Local-Pacific Beach | San Diego CA | 858-263-7475 |
| Hott Mess | San Diego CA | 619-297-1866 |
| Waters Catering | San Diego CA | 619-276-8803 x4 |
| Ron Oliver | San Diego | 619-295-3172 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| Berry Good Food Foundation | La Jolla CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Monarch | Del Mar CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Mavericks Beach Club | San Diego CA | 858-999-0348 |
| Craft House Sky Deck | San Diego CA | 619-948-4458 |
| Word of Mouth Kitchen | San Diego CA | 858-705-3752 |
| Toast Catering | San Diego CA | 858-208-9422 |
| Harvest Kitchen (Corp Lunch) | San Marcos CA | 619-709-0938 |
| Catania La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 619-295-3173 |
| The Roxy Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2899 |
| Waverly | Cardiff CA | 619-244-0416 |
| Home and Away Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 619-886-1358 |
| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
| Crust Pizzeria Solana Beach | Solana Beach CA | 858-212-8751 |
| Black Raill Kitchen + Bar | Carlsbad CA | 619-454-9182 |
| The Crack Shack Costa Mesa | Costa Mesa CA | 951-808-7790 |
| Isola Pizza Bar | San Diego CA | 619-564-2938 |
| Sara Polczynski (Seasoned Plates) | San Diego CA | 619-757-8924 |
| Eddie V's La Jolla - EV# 8511 | La Jolla CA | 858-459-5500 |
| Mimmos Italian Village | San Diego CA | 619-239-3710 |
| Cucina Enoteca | Del Mar CA | 619-239-2222 |
| Harvest Kitchen | Vista CA | 619-709-0938 |
| Morning Glory | San Diego CA | 619-629-0302 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Serea Restaurant | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Home & Away - Old Town | San Diego CA | 619-886-1358 |
| Bahia Resort Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-488-0551 |
| Hotel Del ENO Produce | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Regents Pizzeria | La Jolla CA | 858-550-0406 |
| The Compass | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-1900 |
| The Lab Restaurant | Oceanside CA | 619-861-8299 |
| Le Papagayo (Carlsbad) | Carlsbad CA | 949-235-5862 |
| Piatti | San Diego CA | 858-454-1589 |
| Mr A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| The Wild Thyme Company | San Diego CA | 858-527-0226 |
| Open Gym-Craft Meals | San Diego CA | 619-865-3024 |
| The Good Seed Food Company | San Diego CA | 818-800-6935 |
| Harley Gray Kitchen and Bar | San Diego CA | 619-840-7000 |
| Paradise Point Resort BQT Kitchen | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Venissimo Cheese Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-847-9616 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla | San Diego CA | 808-868-8639 |
| Seaco Catch | Oceanside CA | 619-807-7161 |
| Isola La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-412-5566 |
| Solterra Winery + Kitchen | Encinitas CA | 858-245-6146 |
| Reata Glen | Ladera Ranch CA | 949-545-2250 |
| The Crack Shack-Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 858-735-3093 |
| Herb & Wood | San Diego CA | 520-205-1288 |
| Belmont Park Draft | San Diego CA | 858-228-9283 |
| Blind Lady | San Diego CA | 619-381-4475 |
| La Clochette Du Coin-Pacific Beach | San Diego CA | 619-402-7911 |
| Crust Pizzeria-Carmel | San Diego CA | 858-212-8751 |
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Near Medellin, Antioquia, ColombiaAbout 696 days ago, 2/28/20 Sharer's comments : Orégano fresco, de excelente calidad y sabor |
