Produce Briefs...
Indigo Cherry Tomatoes
At first glance, the Indigo Rose cherry tomato strikes a curios chord. Its skin is glossy and smooth and the fruit has the quintessential cherry tomato shape and size
French Breakfast Radish
This oblong heirloom radish's vibrant color graduates to a white tip. Very crisp, the lovely color makes it a popular favorite. Quaintly named, this variety is topped with bright greens and offers an excellent mildly sharp flavor.
Seasons/Availability
Purple kale is available year round with a peak season during the winter months.
Description/Taste
Purple kale produces serrated vibrant purple variegated ruffled leaves. This attractive vegetable offers a mild cabbage flavor and a chewy semi-crisp texture.
Applications
Tender Purple kale greens are a great intense addition to mixed green salads. They are great carriers for peanuts, almonds, tamari, chiles and other Asian ingredients like sesame oil and ginger. The leaves can be eaten raw, braised, grilled and added to soups and stews.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Since kale survives well in cold climates, it is a favorite mealtime entree served in Scandinavia, Germany, Holland and Scotland. it is also popular in a Portugese soup titled caldo verde, a hearty broth of potatoes, savories and sausage.
Geography/History
Beautiful ornamental purple kale, Brassica oleracea, is cultivated from the dwarf variety of kale and looks like a giant ruffled flower. Although it will grow in warmer climates, cooler weather suits flowering kale much better, but it isn't quite as cold hardy as common kale.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Home Kitchen Culture | San Diego CA | 619-302-7655 |
| Brothers Cafe & Catering | San Diego CA | 619-595-0295 |
| Sbicca | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1001 |
| Elegant Events | San Diego CA | 858-278-5691 |
| Baja Betty's | San Diego CA | 619-269-8510 |
| Fish Market Downtown | San Diego CA | 619-232-3474 |
| The Melting Pot Gaslamp | San Diego CA | 619-234-5554 |
| Ohana Catering | San Diego CA | 858-278-1043 |
| Tapenade | San Diego CA | 858-551-7500 |
| Brigantine Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1166 |
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| The Hake | La Jolla CA | 619-994-7832 |
| The Glass Door | San Diego CA | 619-544-0164 |
| Papa Luna's Empanadas-PB | San Diego CA | 858-255-8875 |
| Bang Bang | San Diego CA | 619-677-2264 |
| Blind Lady | San Diego CA | 619-255-2491 |
| Chef V | San Marcos CA | 760-835-9912 |
| Delicia's | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-8000 |
| Milton's Delicatessen, Grill & Bakery | Del Mar CA | 858-792-2225 |
| JR Produce | San Diego CA | 858-270-3857 |
| Joseph Albert | San Diego CA | 262-492-2481 |
| Cueva Bar | San Diego CA | 619-269-6612 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Kale Purple. One
is easiest, three is harder.| The Bungalow Kitchen |
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Garlicky Braised Kale with Sun-Dried Tomatoes |
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Frittata of Parsnip, Red Onion, Kale and Gouda |
Recently Spotted
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Glen Park Village Farmers' Market
Near Daly City, California, United States About 148 days ago, 11/24/13 Spotter's comments : Purple Kale spotted at Glen Park Village Farmers' Market. Different effect than green kale, purple adds a new color to a dish. Organic from J&M Ibarra Farm. Root 246 Near Solvang, California, United States About 289 days ago, 7/05/13 Spotter's comments : Chef was picking it from the garden out front as we walked up! Barrio Starr Near San Diego, California, United States About 435 days ago, 2/10/13 Spotter's comments : Breakfast tamale with vibrant purple kale! |
