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Wasabi
Wasabi is a perennial and a member of the Cruciferae family. It is grown mainly for its underground rhizome (tuber) which produces branch-less, edible leaves above ground. A mature wasabi root is firm, cylindrical, brown and green-skinned and tapered.
Green Shishito Chile Peppers
Japanese peppers are mildly spicy and most often prepared cooked. Saute peppers in olive oil, over high heat, until they just begin to blister- serve hot, sprinkled with sea salt.
Seasons/Availability
The Easter Egg radish is generally available year round.
Current Facts
Easter egg radishes have a rapid germination cycle and mature fairly quickly.
Description/Taste
Easter egg radishes are among the prettiest of the varieties. Colors range from white to pink to crimson to purple, all in one bunch. Mildly flavored.
Nutritional Value
Radishes are a good source of Vitamin C, potassium and fiber.
Applications
These pretty little gems look great as-is on a crudite plate, and their beautiful color palette makes for artistic tartines, just with bread, butter, and salt. Chop and top tacos with them for added crunch and zing. Roasting will bring out their sweetness. Toss both radishes and their greens into stir-fries and salads for a nice burst of flavor.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Radishes have their own holiday in Oaxaca, Mexico. La Noche de Los Rabanos is celebrated yearly on December 23rd.
Geography/History
Radishes have been enjoyed for thousands of years. Confucius wrote about them, and they were used by the Greeks and Romans as offerings in their temples.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Aztec Shops Catering | San Diego CA | 619-594-7641 |
| Harney Sushi Oceanside | Oceanside CA | 760-967-1820 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Trattoria I Trulli | Encinitas CA | 760-943-6800 |
| 100 wines | San Diego CA | 619-491-0100 |
| Carnitas Snack Shack | San Diego CA | 619-294-7675 |
| Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
| Hilton Carlsbad Oceanfront & Spa | Carlsbad CA | 760-602-0800 |
| Del Mar Country Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-5500 x207 |
| Sessions Public | San Diego CA | 619-756-7715 |
| Wine Vault & Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-295-3939 |
| Paradise Point Resort Main Kitchen | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Snake Oil Cocktail Company LLC | La Jolla CA | 858-382-5154 |
| Cucina Urbana | San Diego CA | 619-239-2222 |
| JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
| Waters Catering | San Diego CA | 619-276-8803 ex 4 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Starlite | San Diego CA | 619-358-9766 |
| Bernard'O Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-487-7171 |
| Hotel La Jolla & CUSP Dining & Drinks | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0261 |
| Leroy's Kitchen & Lounge | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| Currant | San Diego CA | 619-702-6309 |
| Marine Room | San Diego CA | 858-551-4676 |
| The Craftsman New American Tavern | Encinitas CA | 760-415-2380 |
| Prepkitchen La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-875-7737 |
| Under Belly | San Diego CA | 619-269-4626 |
| Stevie's Catering | San Diego CA | 619-298-7706 |
| Andrew Spurgin | San Diego CA | 619-277-6020 |
| Golden Door | San Marcos CA | 760-761-4142 |
| Bistro West | Carlsbad CA | 760-431-9195 |
| Queenstown Public House | San Diego CA | 619-546-0444 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| Swoon Dessert Bar | San Diego CA | 619-528-0875 |
| Gabardine | San Diego CA | 619-398-9810 |
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| La Valencia | San Diego CA | 858-551-3750 |
| The Lion Share | San Diego CA | 619-564-6924 |
| The Smoking Goat | San Diego CA | 858-232-4220 |
| Avant | San Diego CA | 858-675-8505 |
| Burlap | San Diego CA | 858 369 5700 |
| Prepkitchen Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-7737 |
| Prepkitchen Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-247-0394 |
| Knotty Barrel | San Diego CA | 619-269-7156 |
| Qero | Encinitas CA | 760-753-9050 |
| Firefly Beach | San Diego CA | 619-222-6440 |
| Dolce Pane & Vino | Del Mar CA | 858-832-1518 |
| Hotel Palomar-Salt Box | San Diego CA | 619-515-4062 |
| Solace & the Moonlight Lounge | Encinitas CA | 760-753-2433 |
| La Villa | San Diego CA | 619 255 5221 |
| Lafayette Hotel | San Diego CA | 619-296-2101 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Easter Egg Radish. One
is easiest, three is harder.| Find Your Balance |
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Easter Egg Radishes, from tips to tops |
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Bloody eyeball hors d'oeuvres for Halloween |
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Easter Egg Radishes |
Recently Spotted
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Welk Resort Farmers Market Near Hidden Meadows, California, United States About 79 days ago, 4/01/13 Spotter's comments : R & L Farms is offering a large assortment of Easter egg radishes. Nice crisp sharp taste. |
