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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.
| Bistro du Marche by Tapenade | La Jolla CA | 858-551-7500 |
| Tom Hams Light House | San Diego CA | 619-291-9110 |
| Ballast Point Restaurant - Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-298-2337 |
| Soda & Swine Liberty Station | San Diego CA | 619-501-9989 |
| Bivouac Ciderworks | San Diego CA | 816-809-5193 |
| Wheat & Water | La Jolla CA | 858-291-8690 |
| Urban Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-239-2222 |
| Hotel La Jolla & CUSP | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0261 |
| The Farm Golf Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-5585 |
| Pacific Regent La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-597-8008 |
| Ballast Point Restaurant - Miramar | San Diego CA | 858-790-6900 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| Craft and Commerce (Sekscobra Inc.) | San Diego CA | 619-962-5935 |
| Jeune Et Jolie | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| Amicis Ristobar | San Diego CA | 858-847-2740 |
| Juan Tequila | San Diego CA | 520-395-7565 |
| Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
| Cafe 21 Adams | San Diego CA | 619-640-2121 |
| Fernside | San Diego CA | 619-398-5156 |
| El Jardin Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-356-5444 |
| JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
| Ocean Beach Surf Lodge | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Herb & Wood | San Diego CA | 619-955-8495 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Fort Oak | San Diego CA | 619-795-6901 |
| The Pearl Hotel | San Diego CA | 877-732-7573 |
| BeerFish | San Diego CA | 619-363-2337 |
| Nutmeg Café & Bakery | San Diego CA | 858-405-2401 |
| Soda & Swine North Park | San Diego CA | 619-269-7632 |
| The Smoking Goat | San Diego CA | 858-232-4220 |
| Gaslamp Union Kitchen & Tap | San Diego CA | 619-795-9463 |
| Town & Country Cold Prep | San Diego CA | 619-291-7131 |
| Kairoa Brewing Company | San Diego CA | 858-735-0051 |
| Backyard Kitchen & Tap-Bar | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| The Swell Coffee Roasting Company | San Diego CA | 858-270-9900 |
| Trust Restaurant | San Diego CA | 609-780-7572 |
| The Shores | La Jolla CA | 858-459-8271 |
| Hotel Indigo | San Diego CA | 619-906-4805 |
| Waters Catering | San Diego CA | 619-276-8803 x4 |
| Backyard Kitchen & Tap | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
| Buona Forchetta | San Diego CA | 619-381-4844 |
| Lauberge Del MarLauberge | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| Fireside by The Patio | San Diego CA | 858-270-9900 |
| Marriott Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-3000 x6335 |
| Mr A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| Mille Fleurs | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-3085 |
| Estancia Adobe | San Diego CA | 858-550-1000 |
| Viejas Casino Locale | Alpine CA | 702-401-0455 |
| Waypoint Public | San Diego CA | 619-255-8778 |
| Sorority Cuisine - Kappa Alpha Theta | San Diego CA | 619-339-1924 |
| Firefly Beach | San Diego CA | 619-222-6440 |
| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| Miho Gastrotruck | San Diego CA | 619-867-4295 |
| US Grant Hotel Grill | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Rustic Root | San Diego CA | 619-232-1747 |
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Brentwood Farmers' Market
Near Sawtelle, California, United StatesAbout 76 days ago, 12/02/18 Spotter's comments : French Breakfast Radishes spotted at Brentwood Farmers' Market. 
University District Farmers Market
Growing Washington
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesPo Box 30282, Bellingham 98228 About 105 days ago, 11/03/18 Spotter's comments : French Breakfast Radishes spotted at University District Farmers Market. Sliced, diced, delish in salads or tacos ;) 
Little Italy Mercato
Anthony - Maciel Farms
Near San Diego, California, United States1-760-521-0643 About 105 days ago, 11/03/18 Spotter's comments : French Breakfast Radishes spotted at Little Italy Mercato. 
Little Italy Mercato
Mike - JR Organics
Near San Diego, California, United States1-760-330-6812 About 112 days ago, 10/27/18 Spotter's comments : French Breakfast Radishes spotted at Little Italy Mercato. 
Little Italy Mercato
Anthony - Maciel Farms
Near San Diego, California, United States1-760-521-0643 About 119 days ago, 10/20/18 Spotter's comments : French Breakfast Radishes spotted at Little Italy Mercato. 
Bastille Market Paris
Bastille Market Paris
Near Paris, Ile-de-France, FranceBoulevard Richard Lenoir Paris 75011 About 128 days ago, 10/11/18 Spotter's comments : French Breakfast Radishes spotted at Bastille Market Paris . 
Mercer Island Farmers Market
Growing Washington
Near Mercer Island, Washington, United StatesPo Box 30282, Bellingham 98228 About 202 days ago, 7/29/18 Spotter's comments : French Breakfast Radishes spotted at Mercer Island Farmers Market. Spicy, crunchy, and perfect in tacos!! 
Poway Farmers Market
Mike - JR Organics
Near Poway, California, United States1-760-330-6812 About 294 days ago, 4/28/18 Spotter's comments : French Breakfast Radishes spotted at Poway Farmers Market. 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 333 days ago, 3/20/18 Spotter's comments : French Breakfast Radishes spotted at Specialty Produce. 
Poway Farmers Market
Mike - JR Organics
Near Poway, California, United States1-760-330-6812 About 371 days ago, 2/10/18 Spotter's comments : French Breakfast Radishes spotted at Poway Farmers Market. 
Calabasas Farmers Market
Near Calabasas, California, United StatesAbout 371 days ago, 2/10/18 Spotter's comments : French Breakfast Radishes spotted at Calabasas Farmers Market. Mild and crunchy. 
Little Italy Mercato
Mike - JR Organics
Near San Diego, California, United States1-760-330-6812 About 385 days ago, 1/27/18 Spotter's comments : French Breakfast Radishes spotted at Little Italy Mercato. Very nice quality. 
Little Italy Mercato
Anthony - Maciel Farms
Near San Diego, California, United States1-760-521-0643 About 392 days ago, 1/20/18 Spotter's comments : French Breakfast Radishes spotted at Little Italy Mercato. 
Encinitas farmers market
Near Rancho Santa Fe, California, United StatesAbout 395 days ago, 1/17/18 Spotter's comments : French Breakfast Radishes spotted at Encinitas farmers market . Crisp with a midly spicy flavor! 
Brentwood Farmers Market
Near Sawtelle, California, United StatesAbout 412 days ago, 12/31/17 Spotter's comments : French Breakfast Radishes spotted at Brentwood Farmers Market. Very mild and crunchy. 
Northside Farmers Market
Near Monona, Wisconsin, United StatesAbout 503 days ago, 10/01/17 Spotter's comments : French Breakfast Radishes spotted at Northside Farmers Market. 
Vista Farmers Market
J.R.
Near Vista, California, United StatesJ.R. Organics 760-453-4144 About 637 days ago, 5/20/17 Spotter's comments : French Breakfast Radishes spotted at Vista Farmers Market. 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Valdivia Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United States760-801-0018 About 661 days ago, 4/26/17 Spotter's comments : French Breakfast Radishes spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. |
