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Calamondin Limes
The Calamondin lime is a cross between a sour, loose skinned mandarin and a kumquat, therefore technically making it an orangequat.
Salanova® Lettuces
Salanova® lettuce is a full-sized variety developed for the baby lettuce market. Botanically these varieties are scientifically known as Lactuca sativa.
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Baby Green Romaine hearts are small, elongated tight heads of Romaine picked at an younger stage of growth. The hearts are lighter in color, ranging from pale lime green to translucent ivory, crisp yet tender with a more rounded shape than their mature counterparts. The outer leaves of each romaine head are removed, leaving the hearts intact. Notably, Baby Green Romaine hearts are far more valued for their texture than their near invisible flavor.
Baby Green Romaine hearts are available year-round.
Romaine lettuce AKA Cos, botanical name, Lactuca sativa is an annual plant of the aster or sunflower family Asteraceae. Lettuce is categorized into six different edible forms, also known as subspecies or botanical varieties. The six types of lettuce are Crisphead (Iceberg and Batavian), Romaine, Butter, Leaf, Latin and Stem. All lettuce types except for Iceberg occur in red and grean leaf form. The word lettuce itself comes from the Latin lactuca, which is derived from lactus, meaning “milk”. The milk in this sense refers to the milky substance that appears when lettuce leaves are torn or cut from the plant. Although this does not happen with all lettuce types, it is very typical of romaine lettuces.
Baby Green Romaine hearts can be used as a substitute for common Romaine and other crisp lettuce varieties. They can be used as a vessel for dips and other accoutrements, as a sandwich lettuce and they can also be grilled to serve as an appetizer. Complimentary pairings are endless, especially as the hearts serve as a blank canvas for accompanying flavors, bold, bright and rich. Notably favorable ingredient pairings include bacon, anchovies, nutty aged cheeses, chiles, creamy dressings, aged balsamic, citrus, pomegranates, melons, avocado, pears, apples, basil, dill, tarragon, mint and nuts such as hazelnuts, pistachios and pine nuts.
Romaine lettuce is believed to have originated on the Aegean Island of Cos. Baby Green Romain hearts evolved out of marketing campaigns of the late 20th century promoting petite vegetables as a direct ploy to please consumers' visual palate fatigue. Romain lettuce a cool season crop, as are most lettuce varieties. It grows best in fertile soil with minimal to sufficient irrigation, warm days and cool nights. It is a great home gardner's lettuce and it can be planted in containers and raised beds. Baby Green Romain hearts can be harvested once small heads form.
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
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Description/Taste
Baby Green Romaine hearts are small, elongated tight heads of Romaine picked at an younger stage of growth. The hearts are lighter in color, ranging from pale lime green to translucent ivory, crisp yet tender with a more rounded shape than their mature counterparts. The outer leaves of each romaine head are removed, leaving the hearts intact. Notably, Baby Green Romaine hearts are far more valued for their texture than their near invisible flavor.
Seasons/Availability
Baby Green Romaine hearts are available year-round.
Current Facts
Romaine lettuce AKA Cos, botanical name, Lactuca sativa is an annual plant of the aster or sunflower family Asteraceae. Lettuce is categorized into six different edible forms, also known as subspecies or botanical varieties. The six types of lettuce are Crisphead (Iceberg and Batavian), Romaine, Butter, Leaf, Latin and Stem. All lettuce types except for Iceberg occur in red and grean leaf form. The word lettuce itself comes from the Latin lactuca, which is derived from lactus, meaning “milk”. The milk in this sense refers to the milky substance that appears when lettuce leaves are torn or cut from the plant. Although this does not happen with all lettuce types, it is very typical of romaine lettuces.
Applications
Baby Green Romaine hearts can be used as a substitute for common Romaine and other crisp lettuce varieties. They can be used as a vessel for dips and other accoutrements, as a sandwich lettuce and they can also be grilled to serve as an appetizer. Complimentary pairings are endless, especially as the hearts serve as a blank canvas for accompanying flavors, bold, bright and rich. Notably favorable ingredient pairings include bacon, anchovies, nutty aged cheeses, chiles, creamy dressings, aged balsamic, citrus, pomegranates, melons, avocado, pears, apples, basil, dill, tarragon, mint and nuts such as hazelnuts, pistachios and pine nuts.
Geography/History
Romaine lettuce is believed to have originated on the Aegean Island of Cos. Baby Green Romain hearts evolved out of marketing campaigns of the late 20th century promoting petite vegetables as a direct ploy to please consumers' visual palate fatigue. Romain lettuce a cool season crop, as are most lettuce varieties. It grows best in fertile soil with minimal to sufficient irrigation, warm days and cool nights. It is a great home gardner's lettuce and it can be planted in containers and raised beds. Baby Green Romain hearts can be harvested once small heads form.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| The Roxy Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2899 |
| Rubicon Deli India Street | San Diego CA | 619-200-4201 |
| International Smoke Del Mar | San Diego CA | 619-331-4528 |
| University Club | San Diego CA | 619-234-5200 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Tender Greens-Mission Valley | San Diego CA | 310-954-1415 |
| Sandbar Sports Grill | Mission Beach CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
| Smoking Gun | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 |
| Chateau La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-459-4451 |
| Barbusa | San Diego CA | 619-297-6333 |
| American Pizza Manufacturing | La Jolla CA | 858-246-6756 |
| Mimmos Italian Village | San Diego CA | 619-239-3710 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Regents Pizzeria | La Jolla CA | 858-550-0406 |
| Plan 9 Alehouse | Escondido CA | 760-489-8817 |
| Love Boat Sushi-Oceanside | Oceanside CA | 760-721-3737 |
| Barbarella La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-7373 |
| The Smoking Goat | San Diego CA | 858-232-4220 |
| Extraordinary Desserts | San Diego CA | 619-294-2132 |
| The Privateer Coal Fire Pizza | Oceanside CA | 760-310-1535 |
| Beeside Balcony | Del Mar CA | 858-880-8105 |
| O'Brien's Pub | San Diego CA | 858-715-1745 |
| Ebullition Brew Works & Gastronomy | Carlsbad CA | 760-504-4492 |
| Extraordinary Desserts Union St. | San Diego CA | 619-294-7001 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Miss B's Coconut Club | San Diego CA | 858-381-0855 |
| Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen | Oceanside CA | 619-990-0158 |
| My Five Star Chef | La Jolla CA | 619-890-1159 |
| Monello | San Diego CA | 619-822-5493 |
| The Glen at Scripps Ranch | San Diego CA | 858-444-8500 |
| Rubicon Deli-UTC | San Diego CA | 619-200-4201 |
| Sbicca | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1001 |
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Grilled Hearts of Romaine Salad with Creamy Garlic Dressing and Grilled Gulf Shrimp |
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