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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.
| Red Tail Catering | San Marcos CA | 858-605-8219 |
| Brockton Villa Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-454-7393 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Island Palms Blue Wave Hotel & Marina | San Diego CA | 619-222-0561 |
| Local Tap House & Kitchen | Oceanside CA | 760-547-1469 |
| Pacific Coast Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-794-4632 |
| Carte Blanche Bistro & Bar | Oceanside CA | 619-297-3100 |
| Zel's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-0076 |
| Ketch Grill and Taps | San Diego CA | 858-268-1030 |
| Pacific Cafe & Catering (Medical Cntr Dr.) | La Jolla CA | 858-699-4129 |
| Alexander's on 30th | San Diego CA | 619-281-2539 |
| Glenbrook Health Center | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| Pendry SD (Pool House) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Ocean Beach Surf Lodge | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Blind Lady | San Diego CA | 619-255-2491 |
| The Crack Shack-San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-795-3299 |
| Backyard Kitchen & Tap | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Hotel La Jolla & CUSP | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0261 |
| The Compass | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-1900 |
| Mission Ave Bar and Grill | Oceanside CA | 760-637-2222 |
| Miguel's Cocina Pt Loma | San Diego CA | 619-224-2401 |
| Sicilian Pizza Thing | San Diego CA | 858-201-8029 |
| Tin Leaf Fresh Kitchen | Carlsbad CA | 619-236-1299 |
| The Oceanaire Seafood Room | San Diego CA | 619-858-2277 |
| Cape Rey Carlsbad, a Hilton Resort | Carlsbad CA | 760-602-0800 |
| Marriott Del Mar | San Diego CA | 858-369-6029 |
| The Spot | San Diego CA | 858-459-0800 |
| Blue Water Seafood Ocean Beach | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
| Morgan Run Resort and Club | Rancho Sante Fe CA | 858-756-2471 |
| Sushi Kami | San Diego CA | 858-451-7799 |
| Tavern at the Beach | San Diego CA | 858-272-6066 |
| Surf Side Cuisine (Deli) | San Diego CA | 619-507-0891 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Pacific Regent La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-597-8008 |
| The Farm Golf Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-5585 |
| Catering By Felicia G. | San Diego CA | 619-742-4747 |
| Jalisco Cantina | Oceanside CA | 760-429-1679 |
| Sisters Pizza | San Diego CA | 858-228-6822 |
| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
| Rare Society | San Diego CA | 619-501-6404 |
| Shake and Muddle | Chula Vista CA | 619-816-5429 |
| Viejas Casino Baron Long's | Alpine CA | 702-401-0455 |
| Local Greens | Solana Beach CA | 858-504-0332 |
| Mary Frese | Coronado CA | 619-435-5425 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| 10 Barrel Brewing Co. | San Diego CA | 619-886-2743 |
| Vi At La Jolla Village | San Diego CA | 858-646-7700 |
| Cody's at the Cove | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0040 |
| Madison | San Diego CA | 619-822-3465 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-543-2764 |
| Agave Coffee and Cafe | Chula Vista CA | 619-427-2250 |
| Solterra Winery + Kitchen | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2970 |
| Reata Glen | Mission Viejo CA | 949-545-2250 |
| Bistro du Marche by Tapenade | La Jolla CA | 858-551-7500 |
| Chart House Restaurant Cardiff | Cardiff-by-the-Sea CA | 760-436-4044 |
| Solare Ristorante Lounge | San Diego CA | 619-270-9670 |
| Hilton Garden Inn | San Diego CA | 858-720-9500 |
| Voltaire Beach House | San Diego CA | 619-574-6878 |
| La Costa Glen North | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1436 |
| Cafe 222 | San Diego CA | 619-236-9902 |
| Milton's Delicatessen, Grill & Bakery | Del Mar CA | 858-792-2225 |
| The Shores | La Jolla CA | 858-459-8271 |
| Stake Chophouse & Bar | Coronado CA | 619-522-0077 |
| Brigantine Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1166 |
| Rubicon Deli India Street | San Diego CA | 619-200-4201 |
| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| Casino Inn Bar & Grill | Alpine CA | 619-445-9581 |
| Knotty Barrel- Rancho | San Diego CA | 858-484-8758 |
| SandBox Pizza | San Diego CA | 858-273-7263 |
| Mangia Mangia | Valley Center CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Beaumont's | San Diego CA | 858-459-0474 |
| Village Pizzeria Bay Side | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| Barleymash | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
| Fish Market Downtown | San Diego CA | 619-232-3474 |
| Nishiki Ramen | San Diego CA | 858-227-9571 |
| Pala Mesa Resort | Fallbrook CA | 706-728-5881 |
| Stout Public House | San Diego CA | 619-702-7933 |
| Barbusa | San Diego CA | 619-297-6333 |
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse | Alpine CA | 800-295-3172 |
| Smoking Gun | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 |
| Oside Kitchen Collaborative | Oceanside CA | 760-707-8108 |
| Kairoa Brewing Company | San Diego CA | 858-735-0051 |
| Terra Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-293-7088 |
| Toast Cafe | San Diego CA | 858-925-7552 |
| San Diego Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 619-758-6334 |
| Mitch's Seafood | San Diego CA | 619-222-8787 |
| Brigantine Pt Loma | San Diego CA | 619-224-2871 |
| Chateau La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-459-4451 |
| Jake's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-2002 |
| Point Loma Seafood | San Diego CA | 619-223-1109 |
| Royal Polaris Sportfishing | San Diego CA | 619-226-8030 |
| Paradise Point Resort EDR | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Salad Style | San Diego CA | 619-255-6731 |
| Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe 2 | Poway CA | 858-397-2922 |
| Crust Pizzeria Solana Beach | Solana Beach CA | 858-356-9925 |
| Seasalt | Del Mar CA | 858-755-7100 |
| Bencotto Italian Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-450-4786 |
| Cutwater Spirits | San Diego CA | 619-672-3848 |
| Bahia Resort Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-488-0551 |
| True North Tavern Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-291-3815 |
| One Door North | San Diego CA | 858-232-4220 |
| Blue Ocean | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-4959 |
| The Country Club Of Rancho Bernardo | San Diego CA | 858-451-9100 |
| Lafayette Hotel | San Diego CA | 619-296-2101 |
| Bali Hai Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-222-1181 |
| Craft House | San Diego CA | 619-948-4458 |
| Shore Rider | La Jolla CA | 858-412-5308 |
| AToN Center Inc. | Encinitas CA | 858-759-5017 |
| Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe 1 | San Diego CA | 858-405-2401 |
| Pitchers | San Diego CA | 858-484-3777 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (20/20) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Sourdough & Co. San Marcos | San Marcos CA | 858-218-4844 |
| Pete's Seafood and Sandwich | San Diego CA | 619-255-8940 |
| Villa Capri Poway | Poway CA | 858-391-9400 |
| JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
| Fleming's Steakhouse La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-535-0078 |
| The Switchboard Restaurant and Bar | Oceanside CA | 760-807-7446 |
| Redwing Bar & Grill | San Diego CA | 619-281-8700 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Seven Mile Casino | Chula Vista CA | |
| The Crack Shack Pasadena | Pasadena CA | 619-520-4793 |
| The Local-Pacific Beach | San Diego CA | 858-263-7475 |
| Bernardo Heights Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-487-4022 |
| The Clean & Colorful Kitchen | San Diego CA | 858-775-9005 |
| Candor | La Jolla CA | 858-581-2205 |
| The Rambler Motel | Chula Vista CA | 858-273-8440 |
| Tom Hams Light House | San Diego CA | 619-291-9110 |
| Le Papagayo | Encinitas CA | 760-944-8252 |
| Barbarella La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-7373 |
| Nishiki Ramen (Hillcrest) | San Diego CA | 619-764-5416 |
| Sheraton La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-453-5500 |
| Harumama | San Diego CA | 619-269-7122 |
| Westin Gaslamp Quarter | San Diego CA | 619-239-2200 |
| Tipsy Crow | San Diego CA | 619-338-9300 |
| Brigantine Corp | San Diego CA | 858-926-9644 |
| Landon's Gourmet Kitchen | San Marcos CA | 858-449-9944 |
| Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen | Oceanside CA | 619-990-0158 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (Distribution Center) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Casero Taqueria | Carlsbad CA | 760-845-3346 |
| The Glen at Scripps Ranch | San Diego CA | 858-444-8500 |
| Pier 32 Water Front Grill | National City CA | 619-718-6240 |
| Fishery | San Diego CA | 858-272-9985 |
| The Crack Shack-Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 858-735-3093 |
| The Crack Shack Costa Mesa | Costa Mesa CA | 619-450-7978 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Civico 1845 | San Diego CA | 619-300-4810 |
| JSIX American restaurant & Bar | San Diego CA | 619-531-8744 |
| Crust Pizzeria Carlsbad 2019 | Carlsbad CA | 760-944-1111 |
| Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-381-8289 |
| Mavericks Beach Club | San Diego CA | 858-999-0348 |
| Sbicca | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1001 |
| Vista Valley | Vista CA | 760-758-2800 |
| California Center for the Arts | Escondido CA | 760-839-4107 |
| The Holding Company | San Diego CA | 619-665-1251 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-657-6473 |
| Four Seasons Residence Club | Carlsbad CA | 760-603-3700 |
| Davanti Enoteca India St. | San Diego CA | 619-237-9606 |
| La Costa Glen South | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| Estancia Adobe | San Diego CA | 858-550-1000 |
| Brigantine Poway | Poway CA | 858-486-3066 |
| Monello | San Diego CA | 619-501-0030 |
| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
| MCRD-Marine Corps Recruit Dept | San Diego CA | 619-725-6478 |
| Crust Pizzeria-Carmel | San Diego CA | 858-350-3400 |
| Kensington Cafe | San Diego CA | 619-640-0494 |
| Mission Bay Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 858-488-0501 x14 |
| Brigantine Imperial Beach | Imperial Beach CA | 619-591-1350 |
| Hash House A Go Go | San Diego CA | 619-298-4646 |
| Brigantine Escondido | Escondido CA | 760-743-4718 |
| Whiskey Girl | San Diego CA | 619-236-1616 |
| Crown Point Catering | San Diego CA | 619-223-1211 |
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Recipes that include Romaine Hearts. One
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