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Description/Taste
French Breakfast radish can be round in root shape but most are oblong and two to four inches in length. Whether round or cylindrical, the French Breakfast radish is known for its vibrant coloring which graduates from a vivid fuchsia-red to bright white at the tip. Topped with edible, leafy greens, French Breakfast radishes are very crisp and offer a mildly spicy flavor. Grilling or oven roasting will bring out the subtly sweet and nutty flavor of the French Breakfast radish.
Seasons/Availability
French Breakfast radishes are usually available year-round.
Current Facts
The French Breakfast radish (Raphanus sativus) is an heirloom variety radish and a member of the Brassicaceae or Cruciferae family. Also known as Breakfast radish, Flambeau, Flambo and Les Radis Petit Déjeuner both the root and leafy greens of this radish are utilized in culinary preparations.
Nutritional Value
French Breakfast radishes contain Vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, folate, and potassium. Natural medicine practitioners recommend radishes for their ability to promote healthy digestion. French Breakfast radishes also contain glucosinolates, which have been shown to be beneficial in the prevention of certain cancers and are what give radishes their distinct peppery flavor.
Applications
Dice French Breakfast radishes and toss in salads or add to tacos, omelets or tea sandwiches. They can be used whole and roasted, braised or pickled. The subtle heat of the peppery French Breakfast radish marries well with sweet cream, butter, and salt. When serving radishes with butter or creamy cheeses score at the tip with an X to help the dips better adhere to the radish. The greens of the French Breakfast radish can go straight into salads, or be added to soups or pastas. Radishes pair well with blue and feta cheeses, as well as lemon juice and fresh herbs. They also make an attractive edible garnish on crudité trays and cheese boards. To store keep radishes refrigerated and use within one week.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
French Breakfast radishes are believed to have gotten their name as marketers were known to snack on the radishes with salt and butter mid-morning while they sold their produce. Additionally, radishes were commonly served for breakfast in American colonial times as well as by New York Dutch who enjoyed them along with butter, bread, and tea.
Geography/History
The French Breakfast radish was first introduced in 1879 and quickly became a popular market radish of Paris. Though technically a spring variety radish, the French Breakfast radish can be grown year round. They thrive in mild, Mediterranean climates not prone to frost. In the hot summer months care should be taken to harvest radishes as soon as they mature in order to prevent them from turning bitter, pithy and fibrous. Radish comes from the Greek word for "fast appearing" and like many varieties of radish grows quickly and is typically ready for harvest in twenty to thirty days.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Estancia Adobe | San Diego CA | 858-550-1000 |
| Bahia Resort Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-488-0551 |
| The Monsaraz | San Diego CA | 858-760-6228 |
| Tom Hams Light House | San Diego CA | 619-291-9110 |
| Gaslamp Union Kitchen & Tap | San Diego CA | 619-795-9463 |
| You & Yours Distilling (Kitchen) | San Diego CA | 214-693-6619 |
| Morning Glory | San Diego CA | 619-629-0302 |
| Farmer and The Seahorse 2020 | San Diego CA | 619-302-3682 |
| Craft House Sky Deck | San Diego CA | 619-948-4458 |
| Huntress | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
| Backyard Kitchen & Tap | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Pacific Regent La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-597-8008 |
| Fort Oak | San Diego CA | 619-795-6901 |
| Little Lion | San Diego CA | 619-519-4079 |
| Cardellino | San Diego CA | 619-722-3398 |
| J & Tonys | San Diego CA | 855-634-7664 |
| Miho (Delivery) | San Diego CA | 619-867-4295 |
| Seneca | San Diego CA | 619-588-2411 |
| Seasalt | Del Mar CA | 858-755-7100 |
| Oscars Brewing Company | Temecula CA | 619-695-2422 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (20/20) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Union Kitchen & Tap (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2337 |
| The Guild Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-373-3184 |
| Alila Marea Beach Resort | Encinitas CA | 805-539-9719 |
| Kettner Exchange | San Diego CA | 909-915-9877 |
| Weapon LPM | San Diego CA | 619-564-2618 |
| Convention Center Shell | San Diego CA | |
| Miho | San Diego CA | 619-365-5655 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (7 Mile) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| The Seabird Resort | Oceanside CA | 951-704-9703 |
| Juniper & Ivy | San Diego CA | 858-481-3666 |
| Paradise Point Resort Tidal | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Carte Blanche Bistro & Bar | Oceanside CA | 619-297-3100 |
| Jeune Et Jolie | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| Toast Catering | San Diego CA | 858-208-9422 |
| Craft House | San Diego CA | 619-948-4458 |
| Parq Restaurant and Nightclub | San Diego CA | 619-727-6789 |
| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Michele Coulon Dessertier | San Diego CA | 858-456-5098 |
| Bistro du Marche by Tapenade | La Jolla CA | 858-551-7500 |
| Shogun Sportfishing | San Diego CA | 619-226-8030 |
| Firefly Beach | San Diego CA | 619-222-6440 |
| Le Papagayo (Carlsbad) | Carlsbad CA | 949-235-5862 |
| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
| Mostra Coffee | San Diego CA | 760-586-9916 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| WaterBar | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 21 days ago, 7/04/21 Sharer's comments : JR organic farm 
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County Line Harvest
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 99 days ago, 4/17/21 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 101 days ago, 4/15/21 Sharer's comments : French Breakfast from Dacquisto Farms 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 114 days ago, 4/02/21 Sharer's comments : French breakfast from Valdivia Farms 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 139 days ago, 3/08/21 Sharer's comments : French breakfast from JR Organics 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 196 days ago, 1/10/21 Sharer's comments : French Breakfast from Valdivia Farms 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 398 days ago, 6/22/20 Sharer's comments : French breakfast radish from JR Organics! 
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Ground Works Organics
Near Eugene, Oregon, United States150 Shelton Mcmurphey Blvd Eugene OR. 97401 541-431-4023 https://www.lanecountyfarmersmarket.org About 505 days ago, 3/07/20 
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Coleman Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesCarpenteria, CA 1-805-431-7324 About 592 days ago, 12/11/19 
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Foothills Farm
Washington, United States25502 Hoehn Rd Sedro Wooley WA 98284 About 595 days ago, 12/08/19 Sharer's comments : Love these mildly spicy radishes and salad... and even enjoy them grilled which brings out a nice nutty flavor :) 
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Elsey $ Bent
Near London, England, United KingdomAbout 620 days ago, 11/13/19 Sharer's comments : Radishes! |
