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Basil
Inventory, lb : 653.48
This item was last sold on : 06/01/23
Description/Taste
Basil leaves widely range in size and appearance, depending on the specific variety, and average 3 to 11 centimeters in length with an oval to lanceolate shape. The leaf’s surface is smooth, broad, and flat with prominent veining, found in shades of bright green, dark green, and purple. The leaves also have even to serrated, jagged edges and are attached to fibrous, square stems. Basil leaves are highly fragrant and offer distinct aromas of anise, clove, citrus, cinnamon, and camphor due to a rich content of essential oils. The leaves can be harvested at multiple maturity stages, bearing different flavors with each variety, and generally have an herbal, sweet, and nutty taste with fresh licorice nuances.
Seasons/Availability
Basil is available year-round.
Current Facts
Basil, botanically a part of the Ocimum genus, is a general descriptor used to encompass many different varieties of aromatic herbs belonging to the Lamiaceae or mint family. The name Basil is derived from the Greek word basilikos, roughly translating to mean “herb worthy of a king,” and this title was given to the aromatic plant for its widespread use in medicinal and culinary applications worldwide. Ocimum basilicum, also known as Sweet Basil, is the most prevalent species commercially grown, and within the species, there are over 60 different varieties of Sweet Basil such as Dark Opal, Cinnamon, Globe, and Purple Basil. There are also well-known Basil hybrids, including Lemon and African Blue, and other Basil species such as Thai Basil grown for culinary and medicinal uses.
Nutritional Value
Basil is an excellent source of vitamin K, a nutrient that assists in faster wound healing, and is a good source of iron to build the protein hemoglobin to transport oxygen through the blood. The aromatic leaves also contain vitamin A to maintain healthy organ functioning, calcium to strengthen bones, manganese to stimulate protein digestion, and antioxidants to provide anti-inflammatory properties to protect against free radical damage. Basil contains an aromatic fragrance and flavor due to essential oils such as linalool, methyl chavicol, and eugenol. Each essential oil will be found in varying levels in different Basil varieties, giving each type a unique flavor and scent.
Applications
Basil is an aromatic herb used whole, chopped, or crushed in a wide variety of savory and sweet preparations. The leaves are most commonly used raw and are lightly torn, tossed into green salads, chopped and mixed into grain, rice, and noodle dishes, or used as a fresh topping over pizza and pasta. Basil can also be layered on toast with creamy spreads, placed inside sandwiches, infused into oils and vinegar, or blended into sauces such as pesto. Beyond fresh applications, Basil can be sauteed into eggs, stir-fried with vegetables, stirred into soups and curries, or deep-fried and served with roasted meats. The herbs can also be incorporated into sweet dishes such as sorbet or ice cream and used as a topping over shortcakes, cookies, and tarts. In addition to the leaves, Basil flower buds are edible and can be mixed into salads, soups, and bowls. Basil pairs well with nuts such as pistachios, pine nuts, and walnuts, tomatoes, zucchini, corn, artichoke hearts, radishes, bell peppers, aromatics including garlic, onion, red onion, ginger, lemongrass, and shallots, fruits such as pears, strawberries, nectarines, peaches, watermelon, and mango, and other herbs such as mint, parsley, and cilantro. Basil should be used immediately for the best quality and flavor. Fresh leaves attached to stems can be placed in a glass of water and lightly covered in the refrigerator, where they will keep up to one week. Individual leaves can also be stored in between paper towels in a plastic bag, kept in the fridge for 2 to 4 days. For extended use, Basil can be frozen in airtight plastic bags. Basil can also be dried and used as a spice, but much of the aroma and flavor will be lost in the drying process.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
In Italy, Basil has transitioned over time from a symbol of hate to a symbol of love. During the Ancient Roman Empire, many gardeners believed Basil would grow to larger sizes if the plant were yelled at and cursed while cultivating. This aggression established the herb’s hateful reputation, but later in the mid 14th century, Basil became a symbol of love and death in the story of Lisabetta and The Pot of Basil. The emotional story is contained within The Decameron, a novel written by Giovanni Boccaccio, centered around two lovers caught in a secret affair, Lisabetta and Lorenzo. One night Lorenzo was killed by Lisabetta’s brothers, and in anguish, Lisabetta cut off her lover’s head and buried it in the bottom of a potted Basil plant. Lisabetta wept over the Basil daily, and through her tears, the plant flourished and became a symbol of her lost love. The story tragically ends with the Basil plant being taken away from Lisabetta, but the tale transformed Basil's hateful reputation into a symbol of love in Italian culture. In the Middle Ages, Basil was also worn in single women's hair as a symbol of their availability for romance and was thought to help bring them love.
Geography/History
Basil is native to regions of Africa and Asia and has been growing wild for over 4,000 years. The ancient herb was introduced to the Mediterranean in the early ages through trade routes and was used for religious, medicinal, and folkloric purposes in Egyptian, Greek, and Roman civilizations. Basil was eventually spread to England during the 16th century and North America in the 17th century. Newspaper documentation mentioning the sale of Basil in New York can be found dating back to the end of the 18th century, quickly establishing the herb as a cultivated variety. Today, Basil can be found growing in warm, subtropical, and temperate regions worldwide, especially in Central Africa, Southeast Asia, the Mediterranean, New Zealand, Australia, and the United States. The herbs are cultivated for commercial use, grown in home gardens, and are also still found growing wild.
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| Nolita Hall | San Diego CA | 619-618-8820 |
| Juniper & Ivy | San Diego CA | 858-481-3666 |
| Johnston's | San Diego CA | 858-449-8809 |
| Wonderland Ocean Pub | San Diego CA | 619-255-3358 |
| US Grant Hotel Main | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Parisien Gourmandises | La Jolla CA | 858-352-6552 |
| Marriott Gaslamp | San Diego CA | 619-696-0234 x6051 |
| The Mission NP | San Diego CA | 619-220-8992 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (20/20) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Manhattan of La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0700 |
| Bread & Cie Café | San Diego CA | 619-683-9322 |
| BFD-Big Front Door | San Diego CA | 619-723-8183 |
| Saint Mark Golf and Resort, LLC | San Marcos CA | 508-320-6644 |
| Hotel Indigo | San Diego CA | 619-295-3172 |
| 264 Fresco (Kitchen) | Carlsbad CA | 760-720-3737 |
| ESCA BLU | San Diego CA | 760-840-1129 |
| Herb & Wood | San Diego CA | 520-205-1288 |
| Bayside Landing | San Diego CA | 8582709200 |
| The Bier Garden | Encinitas CA | 760-632-2437 |
| The Guild Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-573-0289 |
| The Lab Restaurant | Oceanside CA | 619-861-8299 |
| Mitch's Seafood | San Diego CA | 619-316-7314 |
| Bencotto Italian Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-822-5493 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (7 Mile) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Marriott Courtyard - Broadway | San Diego CA | 619-446-3008 |
| Don Pietro | San Diego CA | 619-255-7205 |
| The Wild Thyme Company | San Diego CA | 858-527-0226 |
| Humphery's | San Diego CA | 619-224-3577 |
| Brigantine Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1166 |
| Pizza E Birra | San Diego CA | 619-916-8407 |
| Red Door Friends | San Diego CA | 619-295-6000 |
| Barrel & Board - Bar | San Diego CA | 619-379-2574 |
| The Holding Company | San Diego CA | 619-341-5898 |
| Salt & Whiskey | San Diego CA | 619-544-1886 |
| Knotty Barrel- Rancho | San Diego CA | 858-484-8758 |
| Black Radish | San Diego CA | 619-775-7412 |
| Groundswell Brewing | Chula Vista CA | 619-403-0684 |
| Belching Beaver Brewery - Pub 980 | Vista CA | 760-420-7764 |
| Snake Oil Cocktail Company LLC | San Diego CA | 619-754-4041 |
| The Roxy Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2899 |
| Green Dragon Tavern & Museum | Carlsbad CA | 760-797-5579 |
| Optimum Health Institute of San Diego | Lemon Grove CA | 619-589-4022 |
| The Santaluz Club Inc - Banquet | San Diego CA | 858-759-3150 |
| Revolution Roasters | Oceanside CA | 760-330-6827 |
| Nick & G's Restaurant | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-771-1871 |
| Tap Room Beer Co. | San Diego CA | 619-539-7738 |
| The Tavern | Coronado CA | 602-628-5890 |
| Uptown Tavern | San Diego CA | 619-683-9322 |
| Fire and Wine Catering | San Diego CA | 619-885-0756 |
| Wheat & Water | La Jolla CA | 858-291-8690 |
| Madison | San Diego CA | 619-822-3465 |
| Poseidon on the Beach | Del Mar CA | 858-755-9345 |
| Edgewater Grill | San Diego CA | 619-232-7581 |
| Tipsy Crow | San Diego CA | 619-338-9300 |
| Pacific Coast Spirits Bar | Oceanside CA | 925-381-5392 |
| AC Hotel by Marriott SD | San Diego CA | 248-703-3310 |
| Polaris Supreme | San Diego CA | 619-390-7890 |
| Miho | San Diego CA | 619-365-5655 |
| Sets Kitchen and Bar | San Marcos CA | 970-390-2148 |
| Blind Lady | San Diego CA | 619-381-4475 |
| Leucadia Pizza Scripps Ranch | San Diego CA | 858-530-2222 |
| Viewpoint Brewing Co. | Del Mar CA | 858-205-9835 |
| Urbana Mexican Gastronomy | San Diego CA | 949-413-3352 |
| Claytons Bakery & Bistro | Coronado CA | 619-435-5425 |
| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
| Pacific Coast Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-794-4632 |
| Ulivo | San Diego CA | 619-962-7345 |
| The Lion Share Bar | San Diego CA | 619-564-6924 |
| The Local-Pacific Beach | San Diego CA | 858-263-7475 |
| Pitchers | San Diego CA | 8584721251 |
| SandBox Pizza | San Diego CA | 858-272-7263 |
| Palmys | San Diego CA | 858-886-7111 |
| Pete's Seafood and Sandwich | San Diego CA | 619-852-1493 |
| My Yard Live | San Marcos CA | 619-339-1686 |
| Wolf In the Woods | San Diego CA | 619-851-7275 |
| Sacred Sons | Jamul CA | 970-619-0711 |
| Ebullition Brew Works & Gastronomy | Carlsbad CA | 760-504-4492 |
| College Cuisine-Pi Beta Phi | San Diego CA | 310-634-2371 |
| Sandpiper Wood Fired Grill - Bar | La Jolla CA | 858-228-5655 |
| Zanzibar at the Loft | La Jolla CA | 858-210-5476 |
| Secret Sister | San Diego CA | 619-281-0718 |
| Prager Brothers Artisan Bread | Carlsbad CA | 760-445-9536 |
| The Pearl Hotel Bar | San Diego CA | 877-732-7573 |
| Wolfies Carousel | San Diego CA | 909-477-1291 |
| Tribute Pizza | San Diego CA | 858-220-0030 |
| Barleymash | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
| Bernardo Heights Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-487-4022 |
| Crown Point Catering | San Diego CA | 619-223-1211 |
| Pacific Cafe & Catering (Medical Cntr Dr.) | La Jolla CA | 619-808-4087 |
| Red O Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-291-8360 |
| You & Yours Distilling Co. | San Diego CA | 214-693-6619 |
| Birds Eye (Prep Kitchen) | San Diego CA | 619-780-0974 |
| The Privateer Coal Fire Pizza | Oceanside CA | 760-310-1535 |
| Zel's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-0076 |
| Morgan Run Resort and Club | Rancho Sante Fe CA | 858-759-5473 |
| Peace Pies | San Diego CA | 619-618-6960 |
| Shorehouse Kitchen Carlsbad | Carlsbad CA | 858-663-9916 |
| Vista Valley | Vista CA | 760-758-2800 |
| Pizza Cassette | San Diego CA | 802-310-5601 |
| Herb & Wood Bar | San Diego CA | 619-955-8495 |
| Green Acres Campus | San Diego CA | 858-450-9907 |
| Mister A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| Nolita Hall- CxB | San Diego CA | 619-618-8820 |
| Candor | La Jolla CA | 858-581-2205 |
| Bantams Roost Public House | Carlsbad CA | 858-245-7166 |
| Hilton Garden Inn - Homewood Suites San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-696-6300 |
| Thyme for Something Homemade | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-245-1004 |
| Marys Gourmet Salads | La Jolla CA | 858-925-4690 |
| Cliffhanger Cafe Menu | San Diego CA | 858-452-9858 |
| Duke's La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-1999 |
| Sugar Bear Enterprises | San Diego CA | 925-383-3623 |
| Sepulveda Meats & Provisions | San Diego CA | 619-501-1878 |
| Yoann Taboyan, Personal Chef | San Diego CA | 347-277-1958 |
| Coronado Yacht Club | Coronado CA | 619-435-1848 |
| Beaumont's | San Diego CA | 858-459-0474 |
| Wine Vault & Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-295-3939 |
| The Shout House | San Diego CA | 619-231-6700 |
| California Center for the Arts | Escondido CA | 760-839-4107 |
| Civico 1845 | San Diego CA | 574-210-4025 |
| Culinary Concepts | San Diego CA | 858-518-0148 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| Island Prime | San Diego CA | 619-298-6802 |
| Convention Center Shell | San Diego CA | 619-954-3063 |
| Wolfies Carousel Bar | San Diego CA | 909-477-1291 |
| Born & Raised | San Diego CA | 619-944-1631 |
| The Clean & Colorful Kitchen | San Diego CA | 858-775-9005 |
| My Five Star Chef | La Jolla CA | 619-890-1159 |
| Stone Brewing-Liberty Station | San Diego CA | 619-269-2100 |
| Village Pizzaria | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| Harley Gray Kitchen and Bar | San Diego CA | 619-840-7000 |
| The Smoking Goat | San Diego CA | 858-232-4220 |
| Madam Bonnies | San Diego CA | 619-432-1383 |
| San Diego Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 619-758-6334 |
| Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District | El Cajon CA | 619-644-7585 |
| Bound Coffee | Oceanside CA | 760-805-3505 |
| Mesa Agricola | Carlsbad CA | 707-758-6650 |
| Glenbrook Health Center | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
| Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-1582 |
| Side Bar | San Diego CA | 619-348-6138 |
| Pizza Bros | Fallbrook CA | 760-295-0217 |
| Las Tres Catrinas Restaurant Bar LLC | Chula Vista CA | 619-240-9133 |
| Cape Rey Carlsbad, a Hilton Resort | Carlsbad CA | 760-602-0800 |
| Shelter / Saloon | Encinitas CA | 858-382-4047 |
| Davanti Enoteca India St. | San Diego CA | 619-237-9606 |
| Mesa College | San Diego CA | 619-388-2240 |
| Bahia Resort Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-488-0551 |
| Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens | Escondido CA | 915-861-2297 |
| Solare Ristorante Lounge | San Diego CA | 619-270-9670 |
| Isola La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-412-5566 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| Brigantine Pt Loma | San Diego CA | 619-224-2871 |
| Pacific Terrace Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-581-3500 |
| Dough Momma | La Jolla CA | 858-346-6692 |
| Home & Away - Old Town | San Diego CA | 619-886-1358 |
| Le Papagayo (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-944-8252 |
| Cutwater Spirits (Bar) | San Diego CA | 619-672-3848 |
| The Crack Shack-San Diego (Bar) | San Diego CA | 619-269-9036 |
| Garbatella Osteria Bar | Chula Vista CA | 619-651-1185 |
| Pure Meal Prep SD | San Diego CA | 209-485-4861 |
| Milton's Delicatessen, Grill & Bakery | Del Mar CA | 858-792-2225 |
| Kitchens For Good | San Diego CA | 619-450-4040 |
| Terra Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-293-7088 |
| Peohes | Coronado CA | 619-437-4474 |
| The Tavern Bar | Coronado CA | 602-628-5890 |
| The Mission MB | San Diego CA | 858-488-9060 |
| MCRD-Marine Corps Recruit Dept | San Diego CA | 619-725-6478 |
| Brigantine Imperial Beach | Imperial Beach CA | 619-591-1350 |
| Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center | National City CA | 619-434-4281 |
| Kettner Exchange | San Diego CA | 909-915-9877 |
| Ballast Point Rest. - Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-298-2337 |
| The Santaluz Club Inc - Golf Course Amenities | San Diego CA | 858-759-3150 |
| allmine | Oceanside CA | 760-966-6888 |
| Harvest Kitchen | Vista CA | 619-709-0938 |
| Hoover High School | San Diego CA | 619-549-3364 |
| Ballast Point Rest. - Miramar | San Diego CA | 858-790-6900 |
| Jack & Giulio's | San Diego CA | 619-294-2074 |
| Siesel's Meats | San Diego CA | 619-275-1234 |
| The Original 40 Brewing | San Diego CA | 619-206-4725 |
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Poway Farmers Market
Near Poway, California, United StatesAbout 6 days ago, 5/27/23 Sharer's comments : JR Organics 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Her Produce
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 30 days ago, 5/03/23 Sharer's comments : Basil from Her Produce 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Her Produce
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 51 days ago, 4/12/23 Sharer's comments : Basil from Her Produce 
Mercato del Capo
Mercato del Capo
Near Palermo, Palermo, ItalyVia Cappuccinelle, ., 90138 Palermo PA About 104 days ago, 2/18/23 
Hillcrest Farmers Market
Rodney Kawano Farms
Near San Diego, California, United StatesOceanside, CA About 201 days ago, 11/13/22 
Little Italy Mercato
Gilbert and Lee Farms
Near San Diego, California, United StatesFallbrook, CA About 216 days ago, 10/29/22 
Hillcrest Farmers Market
Rodney Kawano Farms
Near San Diego, California, United StatesOceanside, CA About 257 days ago, 9/18/22 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Coleman Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 258 days ago, 9/17/22 Sharer's comments : Basil from Coleman Family Farms 
Big C Super Center Bangkok Thailand
Near Bangkok, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon Bangkok, ThailandAbout 270 days ago, 9/05/22 
Leucadia Farmer's Market
Wonderland Tomatoes
Near Encinitas, California, United StatesEncinitas, CA About 292 days ago, 8/14/22 
Little Italy Mercato
Indian Summer Farm
Near San Diego, California, United StatesRamona, CA About 307 days ago, 7/30/22 
Natoora
Natoora
Near London, England, United Kingdom135 Bishopsgate, London EC2M 3YD, United Kingdom 4402072370346 About 325 days ago, 7/12/22 
Poway Farmers Market
D'Acquisto Farms
Near Poway, California, United StatesSan Diego, CA About 342 days ago, 6/25/22 
Hillcrest Farmers Market
Rodney Kawano Farms
Near San Diego, California, United StatesOceanside, CA About 355 days ago, 6/12/22 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 381 days ago, 5/17/22 Sharer's comments : Basil from Her Produce 
Leucadia Farmer's Market
Maciel Family Farm
Near Encinitas, California, United StatesBonsall, CA About 397 days ago, 5/01/22 
Hillcrest Farmers Market
Archi's Acres Inc.
Near San Diego, California, United StatesEscondido, CA About 432 days ago, 3/27/22 
North Park Thursday Market
Rodney Kawano Farms
Near San Diego, California, United StatesOceanside, CA About 568 days ago, 11/11/21 
Specialty Produce
SpecialtyProduce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock street San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 616 days ago, 9/24/21 Sharer's comments : Basil from Fresno Evergreens 
Leucadia Farmer's Market
Rodriguez Family Farms
Near Encinitas, California, United StatesSan Diego, CA About 621 days ago, 9/19/21 Sharer's comments : Can't go wrong with a fresh basil, tomato salad! 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 641 days ago, 8/30/21 
Pacific Beach Farmers Market
Rodney Kawano Farms
Near La Jolla, California, United StatesOceanside, CA About 654 days ago, 8/17/21 Sharer's comments : This freshly torn basil smells decadent and the recipes are boundless! 
Hillcrest Farmers Market
Archi's Acres Inc.
Near San Diego, California, United StatesEscondido, CA About 663 days ago, 8/08/21 Sharer's comments : Fresh basil in abundance!! Love this small scale organic farm with a mission - they have an awesome Veteran's sustainable agriculture program ❤️ 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 670 days ago, 8/01/21 |
