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Orange Honeydew Melon
Oval-to-round and a delicious cross between a cantaloupe and a honeydew, the very fleshy juicy orangish-yellow pulp of the orange honeydew melon is encased in a hard very yellow matching rind.
Italian Black Summer Truffles
Black summer truffles are more subtle than the winter variety. Shave truffle over cooked potatoes, toss with herbs and a shallot vinaigrette. Thinly shave truffle over scrambled eggs.
Seasons/Availability
Chive Blossoms are available for a very short season during the summer.
Current Facts
The smallest and mildest member of the large Allium group and of the species Allium schienoprasum, chive blossoms are a hardy perennial belonging to the onion family.
Description/Taste
Offering the same great flavor as the stems and leaves, chive blossoms have a slight onion flavor.
Nutritional Value
Members of the Allium family such as onions, garlic and chives have naturally occurring antibiotic properties and have long been used to aid in digestion, fight off colds and boost the immune system.
Geography/History
The origin of chive blossoms is uncertain. Some sources say they are native to northern Europe and parts of North America and others say they may have had their beginning in Central Asia.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Hilton San Diego Gaslamp | San Diego CA | 619-231-4040 |
| Roy's La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-455-1616 |
| Lofty Coffee Co. | Encinitas CA | 760-230-6747 |
| La Costa Blue Fire | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-7063 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Chive Blossoms. One
is easiest, three is harder.| Off The Broiler |
|
Mesclun Salad with Chive Flower Blossoms |
| The Seasonal Gourmet |
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Tempura Chive Blossoms |
| The Kitchn |
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Egg, Arugula, and Chive Blossom Tartine |
