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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.
SalanovaĀ® Lettuces
SalanovaĀ® lettuce is a full-sized variety developed for the baby lettuce market. Botanically these varieties are scientifically known as Lactuca sativa.
Description/Taste
The fruits of the Kumquat tree grow in clusters. They ripen within a month from green to brilliant orange. Once mature, the fruit can reach up to 2 inches in length. Unlike citruses, the entire fruit is edible, although the few seeds buried in the flesh are recommended to be spared. The peel is where the true citrus sweetness lies in both aroma and flavor. The flesh offers a bold and juicy tart contrast, making for a sweet tart mouthful. Before disposing of or simply eating, consider saving the seeds, as they are a source of natural pectin.
Seasons/Availability
Kumquats are available most of the year, but may have limited availability during the fall.
Current Facts
There are four varieties of Kumquats, two varieties being the most common: nagami and meiwa. The nagami is oval-shaped and the meiwa is more rounded. Meiwa is considered to be the sweeter of the two, yet nagami is most commonly grown as it is a more vigorous, hardy and prolific producer. Kumquats used to be classified as a citrus up until 1915 when they were given their own Genus, Fortunella, named after horticulturist, Robert Fortune, who introduced the kumquat to Europe in 1846.
Applications
As Kumquats are entirely edible, they are a versatile ingredient in both sweet and savory preparations. Slice Kumquats into coins and cook with sugar and water until candied, then use to top pound cake or ice cream. Add sliced Kumquats to pomegranate juice, champagne and club soda for punch. Poach Kumquat slices in sugar and water, then layer over a tart shell baked with almond and butter filling, topped with kumquat syrup. Cook Kumquat and onion slices until softened, then add lamb breasts, braising liquid and cook tagine until meat is done, then serve over couscous. Dice Kumquats and mix with diced avocado, red onion, cilantro and lime for a fresh salsa. To prepare, wash and dry. Seeds may be plucked out with the tip of a knife.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Kumquats have a long culinary history within China, Taiwan and Japan, where they are often preserved as jams or in salt (similar to preserved lemons). The fruit is added to teas in Taiwan and is used as an ornamental bonsai tree throughout Southeast Asia.
Geography/History
Kumquats are native to China and they have long been cultivated throughout Southeast Asia, where they are grown commercially today. The Kumquat's arrival in America was in the late 1880's, though it was planted primarily for ornamental purposes until a rise in Asian populations created a market for the kumquat fruit. California and Florida are the best-suited growing regions. Both states are home to Kumquats on a niche market scale as they remain in the shadows, still, of bigger and better known citrus.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Marriott Marquis North Tower | San Diego CA | 619-234-1500 |
| Home Kitchen Culture | San Diego CA | 619-302-7655 |
| The Oceanaire Seafood Room | San Diego CA | 619-858-2277 |
| Monteferante Foods | Vista CA | 310-740-0194 |
| Four Seasons Residence Club | Carlsbad CA | 760-603-3700 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Cutwater Spirits | San Diego CA | 619-672-3848 |
| Pendry SD (Lion Fish) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Chef Drew Mc Partlin | San Diego CA | 619-990-9201 |
| Marriott Del Mar | San Diego CA | 858-369-6029 |
| International Smoke Del Mar | San Diego CA | 702-683-7590 |
| Venissimo Cheese Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-491-0708 |
| Fonda Don Diego | Coronado CA | 619-537-0054 |
| Dolce Pane & Vino | Del Mar CA | 858-832-1518 |
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Staff of Life
Staff Of Life Market
Near Twin Lakes, California, United States1266 Soquel Ave Santa Cruz CA 95062 831-423-8632 https://www.staffoflifemarket.com About 38 days ago, 2/25/20 
Mitsuwa Marketplace
Near Campbell, California, United StatesAbout 39 days ago, 2/24/20 
Draeger's Market
Draeger's Market - 1st Street
Near Los Altos, California, United States342 1st Street Los Altos CA 94022 650-948-4425 https://www.draegers.com About 39 days ago, 2/24/20 Sharer's comments : Beautiful. 
Rainbow Grocery Cooperative
Near San Francisco, California, United StatesAbout 40 days ago, 2/23/20 
Draeger's Market
Near San Mateo, California, United StatesAbout 41 days ago, 2/22/20 
Little Tokyo Market Place
Little Tokyo Marketplace
Near Los Angeles, California, United States333 S Alameda Street #100 Los Angeles CA 90013 213-617-0030 http://www.littletokyomarket.com About 61 days ago, 2/02/20 
Sasoun Produce
Sasoun Produce
Near West Hollywood, California, United States5116 Santa Monica Blvd Los Angeles CA 90029 323-928-2829 https://www.sasounproduce.com About 64 days ago, 1/31/20 
Sasoun Produce
Near West Hollywood, California, United StatesAbout 64 days ago, 1/30/20 
Mitsuwa Marketplace
Near Tustin, California, United StatesAbout 69 days ago, 1/26/20 
Lalas SA
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens M-20 About 79 days ago, 1/16/20 Sharer's comments : Kumquats from Greece š¬š· 
Vons
Vons
Near San Diego, California, United Stateswww.vons.com About 188 days ago, 9/29/19 Sharer's comments : Beautiful 
Central market of Athens - Greece
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceAbout 242 days ago, 8/06/19 Sharer's comments : Kumquats š 
Mollie Stone's Markets
Mollie Stoneās Markets
Near Sausalito, California, United States100 Harbor Drive Sausalito CA 94965 415-331-6900 About 256 days ago, 7/22/19 
Mitsuwa Marketplace
Mitsuwa Marketplace - Centinela Blvd
Near Venice, California, United States3760 S Centinela Blvd Los Angeles CA 90066 310-398-2113 About 281 days ago, 6/28/19 
Central market of Athens Greece
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceAbout 282 days ago, 6/27/19 Sharer's comments : Kumquats š¤© 
Ocean Beach Farmers Market
Near Coronado, California, United StatesAbout 289 days ago, 6/19/19 Sharer's comments : Heritage Family Farms 
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Central Markets & Fisheries Organization S.A. / Farmers Market
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceTzon Kennenti, Agios Ioannis Rentis https://www.okaa.gr/ About 310 days ago, 5/30/19 Sharer's comments : Kumquats from Spain šŖšø 
Murray Family Farms
Near Bear Valley Springs, California, United StatesAbout 319 days ago, 5/21/19 Sharer's comments : Variegated kumquats ! 
Lalas S.A.
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceAbout 363 days ago, 4/07/19 Sharer's comments : Kumquats š§” 
Nijiya Market
Near San Diego, CA, United StatesAbout 379 days ago, 3/22/19 
Mount Royal Fine Foods
Near Duluth, Minnesota, United StatesAbout 383 days ago, 3/18/19 
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 387 days ago, 3/14/19 
Ralphs
Ralphs Hillcrest
Near San Diego, California, United States1020 University Ave, San Diego, Ca, 92103 619-298-2931 About 395 days ago, 3/05/19 Sharer's comments : Kumquats spotted at Ralphs. 
Marqt
Near Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, NetherlandsAbout 428 days ago, 2/01/19 Sharer's comments : Kumquats spotted at Marqt. 
Poway Farmers Market
Juan - Heritage Family Farms
Near Poway, California, United States760-741-8471 About 440 days ago, 1/19/19 Sharer's comments : Kumquats spotted at Poway Farmers Market. 
Poway Farmers Market
Valley Center Growers Inc.
Near Poway, California, United States31580 Laurel Ridge Drive, Valley Center 92082 About 447 days ago, 1/12/19 Sharer's comments : Kumquats spotted at Poway Farmers Market. 
Specialty Produce
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United States619-876-4080 About 504 days ago, 11/17/18 Sharer's comments : Kumquats spotted at Specialty Produce. Asian Food Center Near Shoreline, Washington, United States About 704 days ago, 4/30/18 Sharer's comments : Kumquats spotted at Asian Food Center. |
