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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.
| Morning Glory | San Diego CA | 619-629-0302 |
| Bahia Resort Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-488-0551 |
| Vista Valley | Vista CA | 760-758-2800 |
| Craft and Commerce (Sekscobra Inc.) | San Diego CA | 619-962-5935 |
| Waverly | Cardiff CA | 619-244-0416 |
| Carte Blanche Bistro & Bar | Oceanside CA | 619-297-3100 |
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| Union Kitchen & Tap (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2337 |
| 10 Barrel Brewing Co. | San Diego CA | 619-886-2743 |
| Cove House | La Jolla CA | 858-999-0034 |
| The Hop Stop | Poway CA | 858-859-2669 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| Kettner Exchange | San Diego CA | 312-415-5455 |
| Del Mar Country Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-5500 x207 |
| Avant | San Diego CA | 858-675-8505 |
| Gaslamp Union Kitchen & Tap | San Diego CA | 619-795-9463 |
| Zeca Trading Co. | San Diego CA | 619-410-1576 |
| Farmer and The Seahorse 2020 | San Diego CA | 303-877-5052 |
| Miho Gastrotruck | San Diego CA | 619-867-4295 |
| Curated Leu | Encinitas CA |
| Hotel Indigo | San Diego CA | 619-906-4805 |
| Scuderie Italia | San Diego CA | 858-352-6912 |
| Copper Kings | Oceanside CA | 323-810-1662 |
| You & Yours Distilling (Kitchen) | San Diego CA | 214-693-6619 |
| Tom Hams Light House | San Diego CA | 619-291-9110 |
| Herb & Sea | Encinitas CA | 858-587-6601 |
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 160 days ago, 6/22/20 Sharer's comments : French breakfast radish from JR Organics! 
Ground Works Organics
Ground Works Organics
Near Eugene, Oregon, United States150 Shelton Mcmurphey Blvd Eugene OR. 97401 541-431-4023 https://www.lanecountyfarmersmarket.org About 267 days ago, 3/07/20 
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Coleman Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesCarpenteria, CA 1-805-431-7324 About 354 days ago, 12/11/19 
Ballard Farmer's Market
Foothills Farm
Washington, United States25502 Hoehn Rd Sedro Wooley WA 98284 About 357 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 :) 
Borough Market
Elsey $ Bent
Near London, England, United KingdomAbout 382 days ago, 11/13/19 Sharer's comments : Radishes! 
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Harvest Moon
Near Sawtelle, California, United StatesCarpinteria, CA About 532 days ago, 6/16/19 Sharer's comments : Sweet! 
Ballard Farmers Market
Growing Washington
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesWhatcom, WA About 588 days ago, 4/21/19 Sharer's comments : Crisp and mildly spicy - Perfect in my peanut Thai salad ;) 
Little Italy Mercato
Mike - JR Organics
Near San Diego, California, United States1-760-330-6812 About 589 days ago, 4/20/19 
Little Italy Mercato
Mike - JR Organics
Near San Diego, California, United States1-760-330-6812 About 610 days ago, 3/30/19 
Brentwood Farmers' Market
Near Sawtelle, California, United StatesAbout 728 days ago, 12/02/18 Sharer's comments : French Breakfast Radishes spotted at Brentwood Farmers' Market. |
