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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.
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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Romaine lettuce is perhaps the second most recognizable and ubiquitous of all lettuces types, second only to Iceberg. The Romaine hearts are essentially the inner blanched leaves of the romaine plant. They constitute colors of cream, yellow and lime green along the ribs of the leaves. Romaine hearts are chosen for their crunchy, thick-walled succulent leaves.
Romaine hearts are available year-round.
Romaine lettuce, also referred to as Cos, is botanically classified as Lactuca sativa L. var. longifolia. All Lettuce varieties are categorized into four different groups: Head, Romaine, Butter and Loose Leaf. The word lettuce itself comes from the Latin word 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, and its wild ancestors.
Romaine lettuce a very good source of dietary Fiber, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K, thiamin, folate, iron, potassium and manganese. Romaine is also low in saturated fat and sodium, and very low in cholesterol. It is also a good source of riboflavin, vitamin B6, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and copper.
Add to mixed green salads or Caesar salads. Pair with green oak, arugula, tat soi, frisee, mizuna and other green leaf lettuces. Brush head with vinaigrette and grill for a warm salad or side dish. Use as cup for lettuce wraps. Add to sandwiches and hamburgers. Ideal for dips.
Romaine lettuce is believed to have originated on the Aegean Island of Cod. It is a cool season crop that prefers full sun, warm days and cool nights. They can tolerate several soil types from clay to sandy to rich, organic soil. Romaine lettuce is best harvested once the leaves are at least four to six inches in length. Romaine Hearts were introduced into the lettuce market as a way to add monetary value to Romaine lettuce and extend its shelf life. The outer leaves are sold in salad mixes and the hearts are packaged individually, creating two food sources from one product.
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
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Description/Taste
Romaine lettuce is perhaps the second most recognizable and ubiquitous of all lettuces types, second only to Iceberg. The Romaine hearts are essentially the inner blanched leaves of the romaine plant. They constitute colors of cream, yellow and lime green along the ribs of the leaves. Romaine hearts are chosen for their crunchy, thick-walled succulent leaves.
Seasons/Availability
Romaine hearts are available year-round.
Current Facts
Romaine lettuce, also referred to as Cos, is botanically classified as Lactuca sativa L. var. longifolia. All Lettuce varieties are categorized into four different groups: Head, Romaine, Butter and Loose Leaf. The word lettuce itself comes from the Latin word 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, and its wild ancestors.
Nutritional Value
Romaine lettuce a very good source of dietary Fiber, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K, thiamin, folate, iron, potassium and manganese. Romaine is also low in saturated fat and sodium, and very low in cholesterol. It is also a good source of riboflavin, vitamin B6, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and copper.
Applications
Add to mixed green salads or Caesar salads. Pair with green oak, arugula, tat soi, frisee, mizuna and other green leaf lettuces. Brush head with vinaigrette and grill for a warm salad or side dish. Use as cup for lettuce wraps. Add to sandwiches and hamburgers. Ideal for dips.
Geography/History
Romaine lettuce is believed to have originated on the Aegean Island of Cod. It is a cool season crop that prefers full sun, warm days and cool nights. They can tolerate several soil types from clay to sandy to rich, organic soil. Romaine lettuce is best harvested once the leaves are at least four to six inches in length. Romaine Hearts were introduced into the lettuce market as a way to add monetary value to Romaine lettuce and extend its shelf life. The outer leaves are sold in salad mixes and the hearts are packaged individually, creating two food sources from one product.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| The Wild Thyme Company | San Diego CA | 858-527-0226 |
| Ketch Grill and Taps | San Diego CA | 858-268-1030 |
| insideOUT | San Diego CA | 619-793-9221 |
| Quality Coast Inc | San Diego CA | 619-734-1114 |
| Agave Coffee and Cafe | Chula Vista CA | 619-427-2250 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Barleymash | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
| The Crack Shack Pasadena | Pasadena CA | 619-520-4793 |
| Harumama | San Diego CA | 619-269-7122 |
| The Roxy Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2899 |
| Monello | San Diego CA | 619-501-0030 |
| Smoking Gun | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 |
| Ballast Point Restaurant - Miramar | San Diego CA | 858-790-6900 |
| Fish Market Downtown | San Diego CA | 619-232-3474 |
| Pacific Cafe & Catering (Medical Cntr Dr.) | La Jolla CA | 858-699-4129 |
| Firefly Beach | San Diego CA | 619-222-6440 |
| Casero Taqueria | Carlsbad CA | 760-845-3346 |
| Nishiki Ramen | San Diego CA | 858-227-9571 |
| Fleming's Steakhouse La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-535-0078 |
| Shake and Muddle | Chula Vista CA | 619-816-5429 |
| Westin Gaslamp Quarter | San Diego CA | 619-239-2200 |
| The Farm Golf Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-5585 |
| Mitch's Seafood | San Diego CA | 619-222-8787 |
| Backyard Kitchen & Tap | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Shore Rider | La Jolla CA | 858-412-5308 |
| 10 Barrel Brewing Co. | San Diego CA | 619-886-2743 |
| Bernardo Heights Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-487-4022 |
| Fishery | San Diego CA | 858-272-9985 |
| Tartine | Coronado CA | 619-435-4323 |
| Sourdough & Co. | Carlsbad CA | 858-232-2912 |
| Crust Pizzeria Solana Beach | Solana Beach CA | 858-356-9925 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Pier 32 Water Front Grill | National City CA | 619-718-6240 |
| Vagabond Sportfishing Inc. | San Diego CA | 619-993-9575 |
| Seven Mile Casino | Chula Vista CA | 619-976-7049 |
| Marriott Del Mar | San Diego CA | 858-369-6029 |
| Ocean Beach Surf Lodge | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Bernini's Bistro | La Jolla CA | 858-454-5013 |
| Rovino The Foodery | San Diego CA | 619-972-6286 |
| Beaumont's | San Diego CA | 858-459-0474 |
| Third Corner Ocean Beach | San Diego CA | 619-223-2700 |
| La Costa Glen South | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| Barrel Republic Carlsbad | Carlsbad CA | 619-204-5945 |
| Mission Ave Bar and Grill | Oceanside CA | 760-637-2222 |
| Mimmos Italian Village | San Diego CA | 619-239-3710 |
| Paradise Point Resort Barefoot | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| The Crack Shack LA | Los Angeles CA | 619-520-4793 |
| Bishop School | San Diego CA | 858-459-4021 x212 |
| Pendry SD (Pool House) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
| Crust Pizzeria Carlsbad 2019 | Carlsbad CA | 760-944-1111 |
| Thai One On | Carlsbad CA | 760-500-8674 |
| Sorority Cuisine - Gamma Phi Beta | San Diego CA | 310-634-2371 |
| Surfside Deli (2020) | San Diego CA | 619-223-9021 |
| Tipsy Crow | San Diego CA | 619-338-9300 |
| Estancia Adobe | San Diego CA | 858-550-1000 |
| Cafe 222 | San Diego CA | 619-236-9902 |
| Whiskey Girl | San Diego CA | 619-236-1616 |
| The Crack Shack-San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-795-3299 |
| MCRD-Marine Corps Recruit Dept | San Diego CA | 619-725-6478 |
| Knotty Barrel- Rancho | San Diego CA | 858-484-8758 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Tavern at the Beach | San Diego CA | 858-272-6066 |
| Craft House | San Diego CA | 619-948-4458 |
| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| Portside Pier (Brigantine) | San Diego CA | 858-268-1030 |
| Food of Joy | San Diego CA | 858-531-6616 |
| Solare Ristorante Lounge | San Diego CA | 619-270-9670 |
| Miguel's Cocina Pt Loma | San Diego CA | 619-224-2401 |
| Glenbrook Health Center | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| Nishiki Ramen (Hillcrest) | San Diego CA | 619-764-5416 |
| Bahia Resort Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-488-0551 |
| Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe 2 | Poway CA | 858-397-2922 |
| Brigantine Imperial Beach | Imperial Beach CA | 619-591-1350 |
| Chateau La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-459-4451 |
| The Compass | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-1900 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Seasalt | Del Mar CA | 858-755-7100 |
| Brigantine Pt Loma | San Diego CA | 619-224-2871 |
| Mary Frese | Coronado CA | 619-435-5425 |
| Brigantine Poway | Poway CA | 858-486-3066 |
| JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
| Morgan Run Resort and Club | Rancho Sante Fe CA | 858-756-2471 |
| Kensington Cafe | San Diego CA | 619-640-0494 |
| The Prado at Balboa Park Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-744-3732 |
| Barbarella La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-7373 |
| Crown Point Catering | San Diego CA | 619-223-1211 |
| The Switchboard Restaurant and Bar | Oceanside CA | 760-807-7446 |
| Zel's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-0076 |
| Cody's at the Cove | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0040 |
| The Shores | La Jolla CA | 858-459-8271 |
| Truluck's Seafood Steak and Crab House | San Diego CA | 858-453-2583 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| Harumama Teriyaki & Bao | Carlsbad CA | 760-637-5737 |
| Cutwater Spirits | San Diego CA | 619-672-3848 |
| Villa Capri Poway | Poway CA | 858-391-9400 |
| La Costa Glen North | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1436 |
| The Glen at Scripps Ranch | San Diego CA | 858-444-8500 |
| Lafayette Hotel | San Diego CA | 619-296-2101 |
| The Rambler Motel | Chula Vista CA | 858-273-8440 |
| The Market by Buon Appetito | San Diego CA | 619-237-1335 |
| Pacific Regent La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-597-8008 |
| One Door North | San Diego CA | 858-232-4220 |
| Beeside Balcony | Del Mar CA | 858-880-8105 |
| Jalisco Cantina | Oceanside CA | 760-429-1679 |
| The Local-Pacific Beach | San Diego CA | 858-263-7475 |
| Blue Water Seafood Market and Grill | San Diego CA | 619-497-0914 |
| Sourdough & Co. San Marcos | San Marcos CA | 858-218-4844 |
| Solterra Winery + Kitchen | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2970 |
| Pitchers | San Diego CA | 858-484-3777 |
| Carte Blanche Bistro & Bar | Oceanside CA | 619-297-3100 |
| Pacific Coast Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-794-4632 |
| Local Tap House & Kitchen | Oceanside CA | 760-547-1469 |
| Brigantine Corp | San Diego CA | 858-926-9644 |
| Tin Leaf Fresh Kitchen | Carlsbad CA | 619-236-1299 |
| Sheraton La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-453-5500 |
| Sushi Kami | San Diego CA | 858-451-7799 |
| Third Corner Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 619-417-9251 |
| Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District | El Cajon CA | 619-644-7585 |
| Bencotto Italian Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-450-4786 |
| Tom Hams Light House | San Diego CA | 619-291-9110 |
| Vineyard Gourmet Catering | Temecula CA | 951-858-1585 |
| The Crack Shack Costa Mesa | Costa Mesa CA | 619-450-7978 |
| Blue Ocean | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-4959 |
| Hilton Garden Inn | San Diego CA | 858-720-9500 |
| Bali Hai Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-222-1181 |
| Stout Public House | San Diego CA | 619-702-7933 |
| Alexander's on 30th | San Diego CA | 619-281-2539 |
| Vista Valley | Vista CA | 760-758-2800 |
| The Hop Stop | Poway CA | 858-859-2669 |
| California Center for the Arts | Escondido CA | 760-839-4107 |
| Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-381-8289 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-543-2764 |
| West Brew | Del Mar CA | 858-412-4364 |
| Mavericks Beach Club | San Diego CA | 858-999-0348 |
| Toast Cafe | San Diego CA | 858-925-7552 |
| Blue Water Seafood Ocean Beach | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| RoVino Rotisserie + Wine | San Diego CA | 619-972-6286 |
| Terra Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-293-7088 |
| Local Greens | Solana Beach CA | 858-504-0332 |
| The Country Club Of Rancho Bernardo | San Diego CA | 858-451-9100 |
| Madison | San Diego CA | 619-822-3465 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (7 Mile) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| San Diego Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 619-758-6334 |
| Civico 1845 | San Diego CA | 619-300-4810 |
| Four Seasons Residence Club | Carlsbad CA | 760-603-3700 |
| The Crack Shack-Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 858-735-3093 |
| Viejas Casino Baron Long's | Alpine CA | 702-401-0455 |
| Milton's Delicatessen, Grill & Bakery | Del Mar CA | 858-792-2225 |
| Reata Glen | Ladera Ranch CA | 949-545-2250 |
| Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse | Alpine CA | 800-295-3172 |
| Brockton Villa Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-454-7393 |
| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Voltaire Beach House | San Diego CA | 619-574-6878 |
| True North Tavern Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-291-3815 |
| Mangia Mangia | Valley Center CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Point Loma Seafood | San Diego CA | 619-223-1109 |
| Holiday Inn Carlsbad | Carlsbad CA | 760-448-4747 |
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