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Sage

Inventory, lb : 170.18
This item was last sold on : 07/02/22

• 110 Featured Restaurants

• 33 Recipe Ideas

• 3 ShareMarket®

Description/Taste

Sage is a green leafy herb with a bushy growing habit. Its long stems reach over half a meter tall covered in narrow, lance-shaped leaves with silver stems. The leaves measure up to 6 centimeters long and around 1.5 centimeters wide, characterized by their greyish green color, fuzzy texture and silvery bloom. Young leaves may have a purple tint. Sage offers a musky, camphorous aroma and offer an earthy, piney flavor. Sage can be more intensely flavored when dried.

Seasons/Availability

Sage is available year-round with a peak season during the late spring and through the summer months.

Current Facts

Sage, also known as Common Sage or Garden Sage, is botanically classified as Salvia officinalis and belongs to the mint family. In a nod to its medicinal qualities, its genus name is derived from the Latin word for “to be saved.” Sage has been usefor medicinal purposes since the time of the pharaohs in Ancient Egypt. It has been called the herb of longevity for its healing properties, its ability to stave off infection and help one’s memory. There are many different varieties and cultivars of Sage, some with fruity fragrances and others meant for use as an ornamental.

Nutritional Value

Sage is an excellent source of vitamin K and a source of fiber, calcium, iron and manganese. The nutrient-dense herb also contains copper, magnesium, zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids as well as trace amounts of some B-complex and A vitamins, folate, vitamins C and E, beta-carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin. Sage leaves contain flavonoids, volatile oils that include terpines, rosmarinic acid, tannins, camphor, salvene, cineol and pinene.

Applications

Sage should be used sparingly as its flavor can overpower other flavors. Sage can be used fresh though it is often used in cooked applications. Chop fresh leaves for herbed rubs, marinades and dressings. Add fresh leaves to clarified butter for tossing with pastas or blanched vegetables. The aromatic herb pairs well with pork, sausage, and lamb as well as poultry and strong cheeses. Sage can be dried and can be used for tea or ground and used as a spice. Add fresh or dried to stocks, soups, and stews. Store fresh Sage wrapped in a damp towel in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Dried Sage will keep for up to six months in an airtight container.

Ethnic/Cultural Info

The Greeks were the first to cultivate Sage and are the ones responsible for the herb we know today. They used the pungent herb for a variety of ailments, from ulcers to snake bites. The Romans considered it a sacred plant and gathering Sage was a ceremonious affair requiring clean clothes and feet and a cutting instrument not made of iron.

Geography/History

Sage is native to the countries that border the Mediterranean Sea, including Spain, Italy, Egypt, Algeria, Turkey, and Greece. The herb dates back more than 4000 years and was included among the main ingredients used to embalm the exalted pharaohs. Sage was popularized by the Greeks and Romans, who introduced the herb to Britain. Its use as a culinary ingredient increased during the Middle Ages. There are several varieties native to Central America that are fruitier and quite dissimilar to Meditage. The most common culinary varieties are ‘Summer’ Sage and ‘Winter’ Sage, referring to the season in which they are harvested. Sage grows prolifically in most countries areas around the world and is easy to grow. It’s often planted with oth herbs and vegetables as a natural insect repellent. Sage can be spotted at most grocery stores and farmer’s markets.

Featured Restaurants

Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.

Rancho Valencia	Del Mar CA	858-756-1123
Seasalt	Del Mar CA	858-755-7100
ALCE 101	Solana Beach CA	619-886-0059
Zeca Trading Co.	San Diego CA	619-410-1576
The Seabird Resort	Oceanside CA	951-704-9703
Ironside Bar Inc.	San Diego CA	619-269-3033
Zel's Del Mar	Del Mar CA	858-755-0076
Mr A's Bar	San Diego CA	619-239-1377
Urban Kitchen Catering	San Diego CA	619-276-8803
Huntress	San Diego CA	619-955-5750
Graze	San Diego CA	619-839-9852
Royal Polaris Sportfishing	San Diego CA	619-226-8030
Social Tap	San Diego CA	619-398-8938
La Costa Glen North	Carlsbad CA	760-704-1436
Salt & Whiskey	San Diego CA	619-214-9519
Communal Coffee	San Diego CA	619-305-9525
Piatti	San Diego CA	858-454-1589
The Bier Garden	Encinitas CA	760-632-2437
Monello	San Diego CA	619-822-5493
Solare Ristorante Lounge	San Diego CA	619-270-9670

the other 90...

Swagyu Inc.	Poway CA	619-519-6043
Swagyu Chop Shop-PB	San Diego CA	858-758-0357
Tin Leaf Fresh Kitchen	Carlsbad CA	760-431-5323
Continental Catering Inc	La Mesa CA	907-738-9264
Gravity Heights Restaurant and Brewery	San Diego CA	858-551-5105
Wormwood	San Diego CA	619-573-0289
Venissimo Cheese North Park	San Diego CA	619-376-1834
The Plot	Oceanside CA	422-266-8200
Chateau La Jolla	San Diego CA	858-459-4451
Secret Sister	San Diego CA	619-281-0718
Saffron Thai LLC	San Diego CA	619-574-7737
The Flavor Chef (Catering)	Vista CA	619-295-3172
Terra Restaurant	San Diego CA	619-293-7088
Seneca	San Diego CA	619-588-2411
Pacific Coast Grill	Solana Beach CA	858-794-4632
Stake Chophouse & Bar	Coronado CA	619-522-0077
264 Fresco (Kitchen)	Carlsbad CA	760-720-3737
Humphery's	San Diego CA	619-224-3577
Wayfarer Bread	La Jolla CA	805-709-0964
Mille Fleurs	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-756-3085
Madam Bonnies	San Diego CA	619-432-1383
The Switchboard Restaurant and Bar	Oceanside CA	442-266-2781
Pendry SD (Nasons)	San Diego CA	619-738-7000
Civico 1845	San Diego CA	574-210-4025
Harbor View Hotel Ventures, LLC	San Diego CA	619-239-6800
Coast Catering	Escondido CA	619-295-3173
Reata Glen	Ladera Ranch CA	949-545-2250
The Tavern Bar	Coronado CA	602-628-5890
Great Maple Hillcrest	San Diego CA	619-255-2282
Eclipse Chocolate	San Diego CA	619-831-5170
Chef Sebastian LLC	La Jolla CA	858-740-0878
Shelter / Saloon	Encinitas CA	858-382-4047
Red Tail Catering	San Marcos CA	858-605-8219
Tom Hams Light House	San Diego CA	619-291-9110
Parkhouse Eatery	San Diego CA	619-295-7275
Villa Capri Poway	Poway CA	858-391-9400
Encontro North Park	San Diego CA	310-955-6333
Mr A's	San Diego CA	619-239-1377
American Pizza Manufacturing	La Jolla CA	858-246-6756
American Junkie	San Diego CA	760-419-2891
Monarch	Del Mar CA	619-308-6500
One Door North	San Diego CA	858-232-4220
West Brew	Del Mar CA	858-412-4364
Swagyu Chop Shop	Imperial Beach CA	858-822-8377
Berry Good Food Foundation	La Jolla CA	619-295-3173
BFD-Big Front Door	San Diego CA	619-723-8183
Shakespeare's Corner Shoppe & Afternoon Tea	San Diego CA	619-683-2748
Dolce Pane & Vino	Del Mar CA	858-832-1518
RoVino Rotisserie + Wine	San Diego CA	619-972-6286
Toast Catering	San Diego CA	858-208-9422
Mission Ave Bar and Grill	Oceanside CA	760-717-5899
Shogun Sportfishing	San Diego CA	619-226-8030
La Costa Resort & Spa Main Kitchen	Carlsbad CA	760-930-7063
The Lion Share	San Diego CA	619-564-6924
Moniker Coffee Company (Catering)	San Diego CA	541-450-2402
Le Papagayo (Encinitas)	Encinitas CA	760-944-8252
Great Maple La Jolla UTC	San Diego CA	858-886-7403
Wolf In the Woods	San Diego CA	619-851-7275
Morgan Run Resort and Club	Rancho Sante Fe CA	858-759-5473
Catania La Jolla	La Jolla CA	619-295-3173
The Glen at Scripps Ranch	San Diego CA	858-444-8500
Miguel's 4S Ranch	San Diego CA	858-924-9200
Tap Room Beer Co.	San Diego CA	619-539-7738
Bencotto Italian Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-822-5493
Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District	El Cajon CA	619-644-7585
Trust Restaurant	San Diego CA	609-780-7572
Sheraton Carlsbad (20/20)	Carlsbad CA	760-827-2400
Madison	San Diego CA	619-822-3465
San Diego Cellars 2017	San Diego CA	760-207-5324
Isola La Jolla	La Jolla CA	858-412-5566
Park Commons - ARE	San Diego CA	619-295-3172
Manhattan of La Jolla	La Jolla CA	858-459-0700
California Center for the Arts	Escondido CA	760-839-4107
insideOUT	San Diego CA	619-888-8623
Crown Point Catering	San Diego CA	619-223-1211
Savory Moment 2021	El Cajon CA	619-633-8863
Venissimo Cheese Del Mar	Del Mar CA	858-847-9616
Lodge at Torrey Pines Main	San Diego CA	858-453-4420
Saint Mark Golf and Resort, LLC	San Marcos CA	508-320-6644
Rustic Root	San Diego CA	619-232-1747
Et Voilà! French Bistro	San Diego CA	858-610-8784
Craft House Sky Deck	San Diego CA	619-948-4458
Frankie's	Oceanside CA	442-266-2270
Third Corner Encinitas	Encinitas CA	619-417-9251
California Kebab & Beer Garden	San Diego CA	858-272-5222
Harney Sushi Old Town	San Diego CA	619-295-3272
Sadie Rose Bakery	Oceanside CA	619-718-9532
Bella Beverage Catering & Events	San Diego CA	619-501-5577
Park 101	Carlsbad CA	760-434-2217
Sugar Bear Enterprises	San Diego CA	925-383-3623

Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include Sage. One

is easiest, three is harder.

Alexandra's Kitchen		Rotini with Butternut Sage Sauce
A Brown Table		Honey Sage Turmeric with Wings
Feasting at Home		Cauliflower Grating with Garlic and Sage
She Wears Many Hats		White Bean and Roasted Mushroom Soup
Simply Delicious		Baked Risotto with Butternut, Pine Nuts & Sage
Juls' Kitchen		Fried sage leaves
Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch		Cranberry Sage Moscow Mules
Two Peas and Their Pod		Pumpkin Pizza with Crispy Sage
Urban Bliss Life		Pesto Caprese Tartines
Urban Bliss Life		Gluten Free Breakfast Sandwich

the other 23...

Framed Cooks		Chicken Scallopine with Lemon Butter Sage Sauce
Delish Knowledge		Butternut Squash and Kale Lasagna
Sweet Peas and Saffron		One-Pan Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Apples, Sage and Root Vegetables
Holly & Flora		Bourbon & Spiced Pear Cocktail
Not Eating Out In New York		Lemony Grits with Baby Carrots and Sage
Don't Go Bacon My Heart		Sage and Cranberry Turkey Meatballs
Recipes, Food & Cooking		Pumpkin Stuffed Bread
No. 2 Pencil		Slow Cooker Stuffing
A Wicked Whisk		Sage Biscuits
Mycopia		Mushroom and Parsnip Hash
sandhya's Kitchen		SAGE AND ONION STUFFING BALLS
Flavor the Moments		Sage Focaccia Bread
Top with Cinnamon		Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Wild Garlic and Sage Pesto
The View from Great Island		Fried Sage and Manchego Cheese Rolls
Cooking For Keeps		Triple Mushroom Lasagna with Ricotta, Sage & Fontina
Beyond Kimchee		Cauliflower & Hazelnut Soup with Fried Sage
Seasons And Suppers		Pork Loin With Wine And Herb Gravy
The Cozy Apron		Autumn Lasagna
La Cucina Italiana		Ricotta Gnocchi with Caesar's Mushroom
Food For My Family		Honey Roasted Cauliflower with Pine Nuts and Crispy Sage
Horse and Heels		Buttery Pumpkin Pasta
Katie at the Kitchen Door		Butternut Squash Carbonara with Fried Sage and Caramelized Onions
Slow Cooker Gourmet		Slow Cooker Sage Butter Chicken with Lemon Pasta

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Ballard Farmer's Market

Spring Rain Farm
187 Covington Way PO Box 1015 Chimicum WA 98325
425-218-7756

https://www.springrainfarm.org

Near Seattle, Washington, United States
About 155 days ago, 1/30/22

North Park Thursday Market

Rodriguez Family Farms
San Diego, CA

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 262 days ago, 10/14/21

University District Farmers Market

Stoney Plains Organic Farm
3808 163rd Ave SW Tenino WA 98589
360-352-9096
https://facebook.com/stoneyplainsorganicfarm/

Near Seattle, Washington, United States
About 562 days ago, 12/19/20
Sharer's comments : What a nice local find!!