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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.
Grower
Purple cauliflower is available year round with a peak season during the winter months.
Purple cauliflower is a cool-season biennial cruciferous vegetable, botanical name Brassica oleracea var. botrytis, belonging to the plant order Capparales. Purple cauliflower's color is due to the presence of the antioxidant anthocyanin, which can also be found in red cabbage and red wine. Purple cauliflower also goes by the variety names Sicilian Violet, Violet Queen and Grafitti cauliflower.
Displaying vibrant violet hues, Purple cauliflower may be different in color than its white counterpart, however, on the outside, that is the only difference. The entire plant (floret, stalk and leaves) is edible. The stems and trunk are firm and tender and the florets have a dense yet soft and crumbly texture. It's flavor is milder, sweeter, nuttier and free of the bitterness sometimes found in White cauliflower.
Cauliflower is rich in vitamin C with a half cup of florets providing nearly half of ones daily requirement for vitamin C. It also provides a fair amount of fiber, vitamin A, folate, calcium and potassium as well as selenium, which works with Vitamin C to boost the immune system. Cruciferous vegetables such as cauliflower are known for their high levels of cancer-fighting phytochemicals know as glucosinolates.
Purple cauliflower can be chopped in to individual florets and eaten raw, or roasted and paired with additional flavors such as garlic or balsamic vinegar. The vibrant color is a nice visual counterpoint for green hued vegetables like green beans, peas or broccoli. Blend steamed cauliflower with beans for a unique spread for toast or crackers. Use within a few days of purchase for best color and texture.
Cauliflower was brought to England by Flemish weavers in the mid-1600s and later became the rage of the French court, where Louis XV's mistress, Comtesse du Barry had a consomme of veal, oxtails and cauliflower named for her. In the modern era, cauliflower fell into a period of obscurity, languishing upon crudite trays and within obvious soups and gratins. Its renaissance can be attributed to the discovery of colorful varieties, such as the purple Graffiti and purple Cape.
Purple cauliflower is a heritage variety that comes from either Italy or South Africa. Its true wild origin is not quite known, though its color is naturally occurring and is not due to scientific manipulation.
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Seasons/Availability
Purple cauliflower is available year round with a peak season during the winter months.
Current Facts
Purple cauliflower is a cool-season biennial cruciferous vegetable, botanical name Brassica oleracea var. botrytis, belonging to the plant order Capparales. Purple cauliflower's color is due to the presence of the antioxidant anthocyanin, which can also be found in red cabbage and red wine. Purple cauliflower also goes by the variety names Sicilian Violet, Violet Queen and Grafitti cauliflower.
Description/Taste
Displaying vibrant violet hues, Purple cauliflower may be different in color than its white counterpart, however, on the outside, that is the only difference. The entire plant (floret, stalk and leaves) is edible. The stems and trunk are firm and tender and the florets have a dense yet soft and crumbly texture. It's flavor is milder, sweeter, nuttier and free of the bitterness sometimes found in White cauliflower.
Nutritional Value
Cauliflower is rich in vitamin C with a half cup of florets providing nearly half of ones daily requirement for vitamin C. It also provides a fair amount of fiber, vitamin A, folate, calcium and potassium as well as selenium, which works with Vitamin C to boost the immune system. Cruciferous vegetables such as cauliflower are known for their high levels of cancer-fighting phytochemicals know as glucosinolates.
Applications
Purple cauliflower can be chopped in to individual florets and eaten raw, or roasted and paired with additional flavors such as garlic or balsamic vinegar. The vibrant color is a nice visual counterpoint for green hued vegetables like green beans, peas or broccoli. Blend steamed cauliflower with beans for a unique spread for toast or crackers. Use within a few days of purchase for best color and texture.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Cauliflower was brought to England by Flemish weavers in the mid-1600s and later became the rage of the French court, where Louis XV's mistress, Comtesse du Barry had a consomme of veal, oxtails and cauliflower named for her. In the modern era, cauliflower fell into a period of obscurity, languishing upon crudite trays and within obvious soups and gratins. Its renaissance can be attributed to the discovery of colorful varieties, such as the purple Graffiti and purple Cape.
Geography/History
Purple cauliflower is a heritage variety that comes from either Italy or South Africa. Its true wild origin is not quite known, though its color is naturally occurring and is not due to scientific manipulation.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Hotel Del Coronado Sheerwater | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| West Steak and Seafood | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-9100 |
| Embassy Suites Downtown | San Diego CA | 619-239-2400 ext 700 |
| Prepkitchen Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-247-0394 |
| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| Waters Catering | San Diego CA | 619-276-8803 ex 4 |
| Red Door Restaurant & Wine Bar | San Diego CA | 619-295-6000 |
| The Rose Wine Pub on 30th | San Diego CA | 619-280-1815 |
| Beaumont's | San Diego CA | 858-459-0474 |
| Hard Rock Hotel Main Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-702-3000 |
| Davanti Enoteca | San Diego CA | 858-519-5060 |
| Qero | Encinitas CA | 760-753-9050 |
| Rancho Del Sol Health and Wellness Center | Valley Center CA | 760-751-8321 |
| Carnitas Snack Shack | San Diego CA | 619-294-7675 |
| Vine Cottage | La Mesa CA | 619-465-0138 |
| The Country Club Of Rancho Bernardo | San Diego CA | 858-451-9100 |
| Sea Rocket Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-255-7049 |
| Miho Gastrotruck | San Diego CA | 619-867-4295 |
| Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 800 843 4661 |
| Marriott Gaslamp | San Diego CA | 619-696-0234 x6051 |
| San Diego Culinary Institute Inc. | La Mesa CA | 619-644-2100 |
| Nine - Ten | San Diego CA | 858-964-5400 |
| Dolce Pane & Vino | Del Mar CA | 858-832-1518 |
| Harney Sushi Old Town | San Diego CA | 619-295-3272 |
| Marine Room | San Diego CA | 858-551-4676 |
| La Costa Glen South | Carlsbad CA | FRONT: 760-704-1000 |
| Harney Sushi Oceanside | Oceanside CA | 760-967-1820 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Banquets | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Brockton Villa Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-454-7393 |
| Queenstown Public House | San Diego CA | 619-546-0444 |
| Tapenade | San Diego CA | 858-551-7500 |
| Herringbone | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0221 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Bistro West | Carlsbad CA | 760-431-9195 |
| Stevie's Catering | San Diego CA | 619-298-7706 |
| La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
| Top of the Market | San Diego CA | 619-234-4867 |
| Union Kitchen & Tap | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2337 |
| JR Produce | San Diego CA | 858-270-3857 |
| Pacific Beach Ale House | San Diego CA | 858-581-2337 |
| All American Grill | San Diego CA | 619-296-9600 |
| Del Mar Country Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-5500 x207 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| Pacific Athletic Club | San Diego CA | 858-509-0700 |
| Wine Vault & Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-295-3939 |
| Delicia's | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-8000 |
| Cafe Chloe | San Diego CA | 619-232-3242 |
| Trattoria I Trulli | Encinitas CA | 760-943-6800 |
| Indulge Contemporary Catering | San Diego CA | 858-270-5700 |
| Hilton Carlsbad Oceanfront & Spa | Carlsbad CA | 760-602-0800 |
| Cork and Platter | San Diego CA | 619-253-8311 |
| Bertrand at Mr A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| Burlap | San Diego CA | 858 369 5700 |
| Stingaree | San Diego CA | 619-544-0867 |
| Bernard'O Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-487-7171 |
| The Farm House Cafe | San Diego CA | 619-269-9662 |
| The Shores | La Jolla CA | 858-459-8271 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Barleymash | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
| Sbicca | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1001 |
| Wyndham SD Bayside | San Diego CA | 619-232-3861 |
| Bacci | San Diego CA | 619-275-2094 |
| La Costa Glen North | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1436 |
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?·?? | City' Super Near Shanghai, Shanghai, China About 25 days ago Spotter's comments : I spotted Purple Cauliflower at ?·?? | City' Super! Purple cauliflower is available here. Grown in China by Bio Farm 400-6200-789 |
