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Galia Melon
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White Corn
White corn is a sweet corn variety. Its ears are wrapped in tightly layered pale lime green to white husks. One ear of corn can contain up to 400 kernels growing in rows lengthwise.
Grower
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 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 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.
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Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
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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.
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.
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.
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Table 926 | San Diego CA | 858-539-0926 |
| Prepkitchen Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-7737 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Bertrand at Mr A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| La Villa | San Diego CA | 619 255 5221 |
| Blue Water Seafood Market and Grill | San Diego CA | 619-497-0914 |
| Del Mar Pizza | Del Mar CA | 858-481-8088 |
| Come on in Pacific Heights | San Diego CA | 858-638-0088 |
| Burger Lounge La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-456-0196 |
| US Grant Hotel Grill | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| JR Produce | San Diego CA | 858-270-3857 |
| Marriott Gaslamp | San Diego CA | 619-696-0234 x6051 |
| Donovan's La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-450-6666 |
| Delicia's | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-8000 |
| Burger Lounge Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-237-7878 |
| Avenue 5 | San Diego CA | 619-542-0394 |
| In Flux Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-255-0735 |
| The Oceanaire Seafood Room | San Diego CA | 619-858-2277 |
| Red Door Restaurant & Wine Bar | San Diego CA | 619-295-6000 |
| Whisknladle | San Diego CA | 858-551-7575 |
| Marine Room | San Diego CA | 858-551-4676 |
| Convention Center East | San Diego CA | 619-525-5832 |
| The Haven | San Diego CA | 619-964-3778 |
| Barleymash | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
| Burger Lounge Mobile | Coronado CA | 619-435-6835 |
| Quality Social | San Diego CA | 619-501-7675 |
| Salad Style | San Diego CA | 619-255-6731 |
| Sora Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-564-7100 |
| US Grant Hotel Main | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Blue Ribbon Artisan Pizzeria | Encinitas CA | 760-634-7671 |
| Firefly Beach | San Diego CA | 619-222-6440 |
| Chef Drew Mc Partlin | San Diego CA | 619-990-9201 |
| Point Loma Seafood | San Diego CA | 619-223-1109 |
| Bernardo Heights Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-487-4022 |
| Stevie's Catering | San Diego CA | 619-298-7706 |
| Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen | Oceanside CA | 619-990-0158 |
| Blind Lady | San Diego CA | 619-255-2491 |
| Monello | San Diego CA | 619-501-0030 |
| Ciro's & Sidebar | San Diego CA | 619-696-0946 |
| Burger Lounge Kensington | San Diego CA | 619-584-2929 |
| Miho Gastrotruck | San Diego CA | 619-867-4295 |
| Papa Luna's Empanadas | San Diego CA | 858-255-8875 |
| La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
| Hotel Palomar-Salt Box | San Diego CA | 619-515-4062 |
| Na Pizza | San Diego CA | 858-380-6791 |
| Piatti | San Diego CA | 858-454-1589 |
| Burlap | San Diego CA | 858 369 5700 |
| Spike Africa's Fresh Fish Bar & Grill | San Diego CA | 858-401-0608 |
| Bernard'O Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-487-7171 |
| Extraordinary Desserts Union St. | San Diego CA | 619-294-7001 |
| D Bar SoCal | San Diego CA | 619-632-7644 |
| Prepkitchen La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-875-7737 |
| Barbarella | San Diego CA | 858-454-7373 |
| Gabardine | San Diego CA | 619-398-9810 |
| Prepkitchen Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-247-0394 |
| Fish 101 | Encinitas CA | 415-308-5572 |
| Sapori | Coronado CA | 619-319-5696 |
| Bencotto Italian Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-450-4786 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Banquets | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| The Market by Buon Appetito | San Diego CA | 619-237-1335 |
| Third Corner Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 619-417-9251 |
| Empire House Urban Palate | San Diego CA | 619-278-8175 |
| Jake's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-2002 |
| Fishery | San Diego CA | 858-272-9985 |
| Roy's San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-239-7697 |
| Gingham | La Mesa CA | 619-797-1922 |
| Burger Lounge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 619-450-5993 |
| Top of the Market | San Diego CA | 619-234-4867 |
| Fratelli's Italian Kitchen | Oceanside CA | 760-696-9007 |
| Real Food & Spirits | Solana Beach CA | 858-793-7325 |
| Burger Lounge Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-6835 |
| Brockton Villa Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-454-7393 |
| Blue Point / Coastal Cuisine | San Diego CA | 619-233-6623 |
| Burger Lounge Gaslamp | San Diego CA | 619-955-5727 |
| Burger Lounge Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-487-1183 |
| Brooklyn Girl | San Diego CA | 619-296-4600 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Baby Romaine Hearts Artisan. One
is easiest, three is harder.
