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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 Seedless watermelon has the same trademark two-toned variegated green skin and juicy, aromatic sweet flesh as the seeded version. Though it lacks the large hard black seeds of traditional watermelons, the Seedless watermelon can contain small white seeds that are soft and completely edible. Seedless watermelons can be oblong or spherical and range in size from 6 to 25 pounds. They have a densely compacted magenta flesh that is crisp yet succulent. Look for watermelons with nice even color except for a yellow patch (not white or green) where it laid on the ground.
Seasons/Availability
Seedless watermelons are available year-round with a peak season in the summer months.
Current Facts
A member of the Cucurbitaceae family, Seedless watermelon is botanically known as Citrullus lanatus and is a triploid fruit. They are infertile, resulting from a cross between two plants of incompatible chromosome complements. Though the fruits are seedless, they must be grown from seed. Fruit development is furthered by pollination from a third party fertile watermelon. A rather complicated and costly process finally bears a fruit with no seeds. Seedless watermelons range in flesh color from red to yellow to orange.
Nutritional Value
Watermelons are renowned for their hydrating properties and the Seedless version is no exception. They are comprised of nearly 90 percent water and also contain vitamins A, C and B-complex group, iron, fiber and the amino acid Arginine which has been shown to boost metabolism. They contain rich supplies of potassium which helps prevent sore muscles and lycopene known for antioxidant benefits.
Applications
Watermelon is predominately used in raw preparations, but they may also be grilled or seared in a hot pan to caramelize their natural sugars. The Seedless watermelon is ideal for juicing and making purees for beverages, sorbets, soups, and sauces. The flesh is ideal for making preserves or jam, and the rind can also be pickled. Appropriate for both sweet and savory dishes, they work well in green or fruit salads and pair well with poultry and seafood. Complimentary flavors include basil, mint, salty cheeses, arugula, balsamic vinegar, dried coconut, toasted pecans and citrus fruits. Uncut Seedless watermelons will keep refrigerated for several weeks.
Geography/History
Watermelon is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. Seedless watermelon production began its evolution in 1939. The first specimen was developed by Professor H. Kihara, a Japanese scientist at Kyoto University. Commercial triploid hybrids were available twelve years later, though they didn't create a large market for themselves until the late 20th century. Today, half of the watermelons grown in California are seedless.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-657-6473 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Kettner Exchange | San Diego CA | 312-415-5455 |
| The Trails | San Diego CA | 619-667-2233 |
| Jeune Et Jolie | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| Tahona (Bar) | San Diego CA | 619-573-0289 |
| Miguel's Cocina Carlsbad | Carlsbad CA | 760-759-1843 |
| Davanti Enoteca India St. | San Diego CA | 619-237-9606 |
| Wrench and Rodent | Oceanside CA | 760-840-1976 |
| Sugar and Scribe | La Jolla CA | 858-274-1733 |
| St. Paul's Plaza | Chula Vista CA | 619-239-6900 |
| Paradise Point Resort EDR | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Gossip Grill (Bar) | San Diego CA | 619-260-8023 |
| Continental Catering Inc | La Mesa CA | 619-698-3500 |
| WaterBar | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| The Corner Drafthouse | San Diego CA | 619-255-2631 |
| HiroNori Ramen | San Diego CA | 619-241-2856 |
| Baja Betty's | San Diego CA | 619-269-8510 |
| Tartine | Coronado CA | 619-435-4323 |
| Farmers Bottega | San Diego CA | 619-458-9929 |
| Puesto-Mission Valley | San Diego CA | 619-804-4217 |
| Brockton Villa Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-454-7393 |
| Born & Raised | San Diego CA | 619-550-5412 |
| Chateau Lake San Marcos | San Marcos CA | 760-471-0083 |
| GoodOnYa | Encinitas CA | 858-344-1605 |
| InterContinental Vistal Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Crust Pizzeria Carlsbad 2019 | Carlsbad CA | 760-944-1111 |
| The Bier Garden | Encinitas CA | 760-632-2437 |
| Isola La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-412-5566 |
| Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
| Pier 32 Water Front Grill | National City CA | 619-718-6240 |
| Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District | El Cajon CA | 619-644-7585 |
| Estancia Adobe | San Diego CA | 858-550-1000 |
| Mr A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| An's Dry Cleaning | San Diego CA | 619-450-6166 |
| Golden Door | San Marcos CA | 760-761-4142 |
| KI's | Encinitas CA | 760-436-5236 |
| Cape Rey Carlsbad, a Hilton Resort | Carlsbad CA | 760-602-0800 |
| Paradise Point Resort Tropics | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Del Mar Country Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-5500 x207 |
| Miho Gastrotruck Delivery | San Diego CA | 619-867-4295 |
| The Roxy Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2899 |
| Miguel's Old Town | San Diego CA | 619-298-9840 |
| Zinque | San Diego CA | 619-915-6172 |
| Eddie V's La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-459-5500 |
| Royal Polaris Sportfishing | San Diego CA | 619-226-8030 |
| Ki's Kitchen Commissary | VISTA CA | 760-438-8606 |
| Mesa College | San Diego CA | 619-388-2240 |
| Morning Glory (Bar) | San Diego CA | 619-629-0302 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Soulshine | San Diego CA | 858-886-7252 |
| Portside Pier (Brigantine) | San Diego CA | 858-268-1030 |
| Mangia Mangia (Downtown) | San Diego CA | 858-736-5733 |
| Uptown Tavern | San Diego CA | 619-847-4688 |
| La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
| Coin-Op Game Room (Downtown) | San Diego CA | 619-255-8864 |
| Mangia Mangia | Valley Center CA | 619-295-3172 |
| San Diego Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 619-758-6334 |
| Backyard Kitchen & Tap-Bar | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Reata Glen | Ladera Ranch CA | 949-545-2250 |
| Waters Catering | San Diego CA | 619-276-8803 x4 |
| Jake's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-2002 |
| InterContinental San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Bishop School | San Diego CA | 858-459-4021 x212 |
| Mitch's Seafood | San Diego CA | 619-222-8787 |
| Bread & Cie CafƩ | San Diego CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Sbicca | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1001 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Bernardo Heights Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-487-4022 |
| Juniper & Ivy | San Diego CA | 858-481-3666 |
| Huntress | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
| Sheldons Service Station | La Mesa CA | 619-741-8577 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-543-2764 |
| Sandbar Sports Grill | Mission Beach CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
| Barbarella La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-7373 |
| The Rambler Motel | Chula Vista CA | 858-273-8440 |
| Cucina Enoteca (Bar) | Del Mar CA | 619-239-2222 |
| Pacific Regent La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-597-8008 |
| Ballast Point Restaurant - Miramar | San Diego CA | 858-790-6900 |
| Bottega Italiana-Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-522-9053 |
| University Club | San Diego CA | 619-234-5200 |
| Beaumont's | San Diego CA | 858-459-0474 |
| Coasterra | San Diego CA | 619-814-1300 |
| Bella Vista Social Club & Cafe | La Jolla CA | 858-534-9624 |
| Peace Pies | San Diego CA | 619-618-6960 |
| Marriott Courtyard Nolen | San Diego CA | 619-544-1004 |
| The Wild Thyme Company | San Diego CA | 858-527-0226 |
| Carte Blanche Bistro & Bar | Oceanside CA | 619-297-3100 |
| Clambake Catering | San Diego CA | 858-220-9247 |
| Panama 66 | San Diego CA | 619-702-6373 |
| Hash House A Go Go | San Diego CA | 619-298-4646 |
| Counterpoint | San Diego CA | 619-564-6722 |
| J & Tonys (Bar) | San Diego CA | 855-634-7664 |
| Enclave | Carlsbad CA | 808-554-4219 |
| Sorority Cuisine - Gamma Phi Beta | San Diego CA | 310-634-2371 |
| Great Maple | San Diego CA | 619-255-2282 |
| Park Hyatt Aviara | Carlsbad CA | 760-448-1234 |
| Paradise Point Resort Main Kitchen | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Paradise Point Resort Tidal | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Chateau La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-459-4451 |
| Quality Coast Inc | San Diego CA | 619-443-9192 |
| Belching Beaver Brewery - Pub 980 | Vista CA | 760-732-1415 |
| Miguel's Cocina Pt Loma | San Diego CA | 619-224-2401 |
| Flap Your Jacks | San Diego CA | 858-224-7442 |
| Villa Capri Poway | Poway CA | 858-391-9400 |
| Harvest Kitchen | Vista CA | 619-709-0938 |
| Cocina Calavera | San Diego CA | 213-435-4893 |
| Bali Hai Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-222-1181 |
| Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen | Oceanside CA | 619-990-0158 |
| Snake Oil Cocktail Company LLC | San Diego CA | 858-754-9173 |
| J & Tonys | San Diego CA | 855-634-7664 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| Searcher | San Diego CA | 619-226-2403 |
| Vagabond Sportfishing Inc. | San Diego CA | 619-993-9575 |
| Tahona (Kitchen) | San Diego CA | 619-573-0289 |
| Brigantine La Mesa | La Mesa CA | 619-465-1935 |
| Paradise Point Resort Barefoot | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Bahia Resort Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-488-0551 |
| Shoreside Support Boat | San Diego CA | 704-277-7929 |
| Mavericks Beach Club | San Diego CA | 858-999-0348 |
| Firefly Beach | San Diego CA | 619-222-6440 |
| Terra Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-293-7088 |
| Beach Plum Kitchen | Carlsbad CA | 760-931-1362 |
| Blade 1936 | Oceanside CA | 760-231-1456 |
| Sorority Cuisine - Achio | San Diego CA | 310-402-6195 |
| Miguel's Cocina Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-437-4237 |
| Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe 1 | San Diego CA | 858-405-2401 |
| Ballast Point Restaurant - Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-298-2337 |
| The Local-Pacific Beach | San Diego CA | 858-263-7475 |
| Pendry SD (Provisional) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Galaxy Taco | La Jolla CA | 858-228-5655 |
| La Costa Glen South | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| Waypoint Public | San Diego CA | 619-255-8778 |
| The Guild Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-373-3184 |
| Shogun Sportfishing | San Diego CA | 619-226-8030 |
| Toast Cafe | San Diego CA | 858-925-7552 |
| Gaslamp Union Kitchen & Tap | San Diego CA | 619-795-9463 |
| Miho Gastrotruck | San Diego CA | 619-867-4295 |
| Sorority Cuisine - SAE | San Diego CA | 310-402-6195 |
| Monzu Fresh Pasta | San Diego CA | 619-831-5058 |
| Four Seasons Residence Club | Carlsbad CA | 760-603-3700 |
| BFD-Big Front Door | San Diego CA | 619-255-4100 |
| Bistro du Marche by Tapenade | La Jolla CA | 858-551-7500 |
| Glenbrook Health Center | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| Lofty Cafe-Roasting Works | Encinitas CA | 760-230-6747 ex. 2 |
| Wonderland Ocean Pub | San Diego CA | 619-255-3358 |
| San Diego Freedom Ranch | Campo CA | 619-478-5696 |
| La Costa Glen North | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1436 |
| Well Fed | San Diego CA | 619-799-3675 |
| WaterBar (Bar) | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Vineyard Gourmet Catering | Temecula CA | 951-858-1585 |
| Belching Beaver Brewery Tavern and Grill | Vista CA | 760-509-4424 |
| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Store Room | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Sheerwater | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Miss B's Coconut Club | San Diego CA | 858-381-0855 |
| Encontro North Park | San Diego CA | 619-291-1220 |
| Union Kitchen & Tap (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2337 |
| Vista Valley | Vista CA | 760-758-2800 |
| Saffron Thai LLC | San Diego CA | 619-574-7737 |
| Hotel Palomar-Salt Box | San Diego CA | 619-515-3003 |
| Cody's at the Cove | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0040 |
| Sheraton La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-453-5500 |
| Sorority Cuisine - Kappa Delta | San Diego CA | 510-512-2213 |
| Seasalt | Del Mar CA | 858-755-7100 |
| Food of Joy | San Diego CA | 858-531-6616 |
| Mr A's Bar | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| The Holding Company | San Diego CA | 619-665-1251 |
| Pacific Beach Ale House | San Diego CA | 858-581-2337 |
| Kettner Exchange Bar | San Diego CA | 312-415-5455 |
| Vitality Tap - 1St Ave | San Diego CA | 619-237-7625 |
| Setting Sun Sake Brewing Co. | San Diego CA | 760-532-5285 |
| insideOUT | San Diego CA | 619-793-9221 |
| Third Corner Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 619-417-9251 |
| One Door North | San Diego CA | 858-232-4220 |
| The Glen at Scripps Ranch | San Diego CA | 858-444-8500 |
| Project Wildlife | San Diego CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Casino Inn Bar & Grill | Alpine CA | 619-445-9581 |
| The Loma Club | San Diego CA | 619-222-4653 |
| The Farm Golf Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-5585 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (7 Mile) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Le Papagayo | Encinitas CA | 760-944-8252 |
| AToN Center Inc. | Encinitas CA | 858-759-5017 |
| Fairmont Grand Del Mar | San Diego CA | 858-314-1975 |
| Bernini's Bistro | La Jolla CA | 858-454-5013 |
| Leroy's Kitchen & Lounge | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| Rustic Root | San Diego CA | 619-232-1747 |
| Catania La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Gyrogrill | San Diego CA | 857-719-2109 |
| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
| Leroy's Bar | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| Dolce Pane & Vino | Del Mar CA | 858-832-1518 |
| Shake and Muddle | Chula Vista CA | 619-816-5429 |
| The Local-Pacific Beach Bar | San Diego CA | 858-263-7475 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| Miguel's 4S Ranch | San Diego CA | 858-924-9200 |
| Madison | San Diego CA | 619-822-3465 |
| Crown Point Catering | San Diego CA | 619-223-1211 |
| Victoria Mahdion | San Diego CA | 619-987-3304 |
| Vi At La Jolla Village | San Diego CA | 858-646-7700 |
| International Smoke Del Mar | San Diego CA | 702-683-7590 |
| The Village | San Diego CA | 619-729-8515 |
| Addison Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-350-7600 |
| Red Tail Catering | San Marcos CA | 858-605-8219 |
| Lafayette Hotel | San Diego CA | 619-296-2101 |
| Graze | San Diego CA | 619-839-9852 |
| Cucina Enoteca | Del Mar CA | 619-239-2222 |
| Backyard Kitchen & Tap | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Carte Hotel | San Diego CA | 504-554-1323 |
| The Flavor Chef (Catering) | Vista CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Pala Mesa Resort | Fallbrook CA | 706-728-5881 |
| The Shores | La Jolla CA | 858-459-8271 |
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 78 days ago, 7/08/20 Sharer's comments : Seedless Watermelon in full swing here at Specialty! 
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Gaytan Family Farms
Near Encinitas, California, United StatesRiverside CA About 396 days ago, 8/25/19 
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Deklab Farmers Market
Near Scottdale, Georgia, United States3000 Ponce de Leon Ave Decatur Georgia 30031 404-377-6400 https://www.dekalbfarmersmarket.com About 398 days ago, 8/23/19 Sharer's comments : Seedless watermelon , thousands of lbs at Dekalb Farmers Market 
Lalas S.A
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens M 18-20 002104826243 About 429 days ago, 7/23/19 Sharer's comments : Watermelon š 
Pasar Kramat jati
Near Cibubur, Jakarta, IndonesiaAbout 432 days ago, 7/20/19 Sharer's comments : Wow! 
Lalas S.A
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens M 18-20 002104826243 About 436 days ago, 7/16/19 Sharer's comments : Watermelon š 
Isetan Department Store Food Hall and Market
Isetan Food Hall Shinjuku Japan
Near Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan033-352-1111 About 446 days ago, 7/06/19 Sharer's comments : Isetan is an Asian region superior supermarket here watermelon comes in many shapes! 
Lalas S.A
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens M 18-20 002104826243 About 450 days ago, 7/02/19 Sharer's comments : Watermelon š 
Central Markets & Fisheries Organization S.A. / Farmers Market
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceTzon Kennenti, Agios Ioannis Rentis https://www.okaa.gr/ About 490 days ago, 5/23/19 Sharer's comments : Watermelon š 
4 Seasons Bio - Organic Food Market
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceAbout 492 days ago, 5/21/19 Sharer's comments : Watermelon š 
Central Markets & Fisheries Organization S.A. / Farmers Market
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceTzon Kennenti, Agios Ioannis Rentis https://www.okaa.gr/ About 527 days ago, 4/16/19 Sharer's comments : Watermelon š |
