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Pomegranates

Inventory, 25 lbs : 0
This item was last sold on : 07/20/19

• 48 Featured Restaurants

• 58 Recipe Ideas

• 49 Sharess

Description/Taste

Pomegranates grow on shrubby trees that average between 5 and 8 meters tall. Ranging in color from deep magenta to bright red, the spherical fruits are roughly the size of an apple and have a thin but tough, leathery skin. The interior of the fruit is filled with seeds, technically called arils. The seeds of the Pomegranate are the edible portion. Each seed is enclosed in a translucent, bright red pulp that offers a sweet-tart taste with notes of cranberry, rhubarb, red currant and concord grape.

Seasons/Availability

Pomegranates are available in late fall and winter.

Current Facts

Pomegranates are botanically classified as Punica granatum. The name comes from two French words, "pome" and "granate" literally meaning "apple with many seeds". Though usually the standard red variety is all the general public is exposed to, Pomegranates can range in color fruit from pink, white, yellow and purple. In fact, it is estimated that there are some 500 different cultivars of Pomegranate grown world-wide.

Nutritional Value

Pomegranates are rich in vitamins B and C as well as potassium, protein, carbohydrates and fiber.

Applications

Pomegranates seeds may be easily and cleanly removed by breaking apart the fruits in four or five pieces and submerging in a large bowl of water. The edible seeds will sink and the white inedible membrane will float and is easily skimmed away. The seeds may simply be eaten raw as a snack or added into salads, relishes, garnishes or desserts. The juice is highly flavorful on its own, but may be reduced down into pomegranate molasses or fermented into pomegranate vinegar. Complimentary flavors include cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, clove, coconut, lemon, grapefruit, orange, apple, pear, honey, almond, hazelnuts, curry, lamb, chicken and pork.

Ethnic/Cultural Info

The Pomegranate is referenced throughout historical legend and lore. In Greek myth, Hades, god of the underworld, tricked Persephone into eating Pomegranate seeds and forced her to return back to him every winter, making her goddess of the underworld. Biblically, though the apple commonly appears in depictions of the Garden of Eden, many people actually believe that the pomegranate was the real forbidden fruit.

Geography/History

Pomegranates are ancient fruits, with some evidence of their existence dating back to between 4000 B.C. and 3000 B.C. Native to present day Iran and Turkey, research has revealed that Egypt, Jericho and Mesopotamia were the first cultures to domesticate Pomegranate trees in their early orchards. The Pomegranate was first introduced to the Western hemisphere by Spanish settlers in 1769, and today it is cultivated worldwide in tropical and subtropical climates.

Featured Restaurants

Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.

Miguel's Eastlake	Chula Vista CA	619-656-2822
Miguel's Old Town	San Diego CA	619-298-9840
The Pearl Hotel	San Diego CA	877-732-7573
Homestead Solana Beach	Solana Beach CA	858-209-0149
Cape Rey Carlsbad, a Hilton Resort	Carlsbad CA	760-602-0800
Shimbashi Izakaya	Del Mar CA	858-523-0479
Miho Gastrotruck	San Diego CA	619-867-4295
Brigantine Corp	San Diego CA	858 926 9644
Catania La Jolla	La Jolla CA	619-295-3173
Makers Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-507-0891
Brigantine Pt Loma	San Diego CA	619-224-2871
The Tavern	Coronado CA	602-628-5890
San Diego Culinary Institute Inc.	La Mesa CA	619-644-2100
Vineyard Gourmet Catering	Temecula CA	951-858-1585
Half Door Brewing	San Diego CA	619-232-9845
Claire's on Cedros - SKSB	Solana Beach CA	858-259-8597
Two Seven Eight	San Diego CA	619-278-0080
Craft House	San Diego CA	619-948-4458
Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-759-6063
Puesto-Downtown	San Diego CA	619-233-8880

the other 28...

Coast Catering	Escondido CA	619-295-3173
Pendry SD (5th & Rose)	San Diego CA	619-738-7000
Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen	Oceanside CA	619-990-0158
WaterBar	San Diego CA	619-308-6500
Miguel's Cocina Carlsbad	Carlsbad CA	760-759-1843
Hyatt San Diego Downtown	San Diego CA	619-358-6718
The Rose	San Diego CA	619-281-0718
Cal A Vie	Vista CA	760-945-2055
Shorehouse Kitchen Carlsbad	Carlsbad CA	858-663-9916
Miguel's Old Town Bar	San Diego CA	619-298-9840
Maestoso	San Diego CA	209-445-5600
Brigantine Poway	Poway CA	858-486-3066
Viejas Casino Baron Long's	Alpine CA	702-401-0455
Decoy Dockside Restaurant	San Marcos CA	760-653-3230
Knotty Barrel	San Diego CA	619-269-7156
Sheldons Service Station	La Mesa CA	619-741-8577
Addison Del Mar	Del Mar CA	858-350-7600
The Healing Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-807-9911
InterContinental Banquet Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-501-9400
Root Cellar Catering Co.	San Diego CA	760-846-2092
Shakespeare's Corner Shoppe & Afternoon Tea	San Diego CA	619-683-2748
Home Kitchen Culture	San Diego CA	619-302-7655
Lauberge Del Mar	Del Mar CA	858-259-1515
Little Lion	San Diego CA	619-519-4079
Viewpoint Brewing Co.	Del Mar CA	858-205-9835
Brigantine Imperial Beach	Imperial Beach CA	619-591-1350
Woods Kitchen Foods	San Diego CA	619-719-6924
Farmers Table	La Mesa CA	619-724-6465

Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include Pomegranates. One

is easiest, three is harder.

Half Baked Harvest		Sheet Pan Sticky Pomegranate Chicken and Honey Roasted Squash
101 Cookbooks		Bulgur, Celery and Pomegranate Salad
Amazingly Tasty		Ginger, Lemon & Pomegranate Detox Drink
Giraffes Can Bake		Clementine and Pomegranate Muffins
Give Recipe		No-Bake Chocolate Pomegranate Tart
Our Salty Kitchen		Pomegranate Chicken
eCurry		Yogurt with Rose and Pomegranate
Kevin is Cooking		Jordanian Roasted Chicken with Pomegranate Molasses
Minimalist Baker		Easy Vegan Breakfast Tacos
Cooking Classy		Pear, Pomegranate and Spinach Salad

the other 48...

The Merry Gourmet		Pomegranate Gelato
Julia's Album		Balsamic Braised, Caramelized Shallots with Pomegranate Seeds
Sprinkles and Sprouts		Pear and Pomegranate Panna Cotta
Mother Thyme		Pomegranate and Goat Cheese Rice Balls
Healthy Seasonal Recipes		Easy Holiday Slaw with Apples and Pomegranate
Boys Ahoy		Winter Pomegranate Citrus Smoothie
Mother Thyme		Pomegranate Walnut Brie Crostini
The Real Food Dietitians		Pomegranate Kombucha Mimosa
Cooking Books		Eggplant with Pomegranate Sauce
The View from Great Island		Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pomegranate
With Food and Love		Pomegranate Brownies with Cacao Nibs + Sea Salt
Cubes N Juliennes		Potato Pomegranate Mint Mayo Sev Puri
Go,Eat & Repeat		Pomegranate Orange Punch
White on Rice Couple		Fruity Pomegranate Salad with Savory Soy Vinaigrette
Not Enough Cinnamon		Pomegranate Hummus
Iowa Girl Eats		Honey, Pomegranate, Pecan Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps
Art From My Table		Chia Breakfast Pudding
Viet World Kitchen		Jackfruit, Toddy Palm Seed, Pomegranate and Coconut Sweet Soup
Creme de la Crumb		Mango Pomegranate Guacamole
Kitchen Sanctuary		Ricotta Oat Pancakes with Creamy Lemon Sauce
A Cookie Named Desire		Pomegranate Curd
Blahnik Baker		Pomegranate Orange Scones
Joy of Kosher		Roasted Eggplant with Tahini & Pomegranate
A Few Shortcuts		Pomegranate Orange Scones
Food Faith Fitness		Stuffed Chicken Breast with Goat Cheese, Pomegranates and Balsamic Reduction
Use Real Butter		Pomegranate Chocolate Dessert
Oh My Veggies		Roasted Sweet Potato, Pomegranate, and Massaged Kale Salad
Hungry Foodies Pharmacy		Homemade Pomegranate Jelly
Zen and Spice		Smoked Cheddar and Pomegranate Beer Dip
Mostly Foodstuffs		Mizuna, Melon and Pomegranate Salad
Six Sisters Stuff		Pomegranate Salsa
The Perfect Pantry		Pomegranate-Orange-Ginger Shrimp
A Spicy Perspective		Pomegranate Crusted Cheese Ball
Emily Bites		Pomegranate and Pistachio Frozen Yogurt Bark
Not Enough Cinnamon		Warm Quinoa, Sweet Potato And Kale Salad
The Cookie Rookie		Pomegranate Champagne Sorbet
Cooking Classy		Winter Fruit Salad with Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing
Juniper Cakery		Carrot Cake, Pistachio, & Pomegranate Loaf
Honest &Tasty		Salted Pomegranate Chocolate Fudge
Big Bear's Wife		Walnut Orange Salad with Homemade Pomegranate Vinaigrette
What Katie Ate		Mango, Nectarine and Passionfruit Semifredo with Fresh Berries and Pomegranate Seeds
My New Roots		Poppy Seed-Crusted Butternut Squash with Kale and Pomegranates
The Busy Baker		Pomegranate Granola Parfaits
Food For My Family		Sautéed Bacon and Blue Brussels Sprouts with Pomegranate
Chili Pepper Madness		Salmon Tacos with Pomegranate Guacamole
Treat a Week		Pomegranate Couscous
Closet Cooking		Maple Roasted Carrots in Tahini Sauce with Pomegranate and Pistachios
Cafe Fernando		Pomegranate Jam

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Sasoun Produce

Sasoun Produce
5116 Santa Monica Blvd Los Angeles CA 90029
1-323-928-2829

Near West Hollywood, California, United States
About a day ago, 7/20/19

Sun Moon Fresh Near Singapore, Singapore
About 5 days ago, 7/16/19

Parkside Farmers Market

Parkside Farmer’s Market
555 Taraval Street San Francisco CA 94116
415-681-5563

Near Daly City, California, United States
About 8 days ago, 7/13/19

Central market of Athens Greece

Froutooasis SA
Central market of Athens Z 26-28
00302110129584

Near Athens, Attiki, Greece
About 10 days ago, 7/11/19
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates 🌹

Super Hayat Market

Super Hayat Market
3964 Redondo Beach Blvd Torrance CA 90504
310-370-5707

Near Lawndale, California, United States
About 22 days ago, 6/29/19

Santa Monica Glatt Kosher Market

Santa Monica Kosher Market
11540 Santa Monica Blvd Los Angeles CA 90025
310-473-4435

Near Sawtelle, California, United States
About 23 days ago, 6/28/19

Elat Market

Elat Market - W Pico
8730 W Pico Blvd Los Angeles CA 90035
310-659-7076

Near Beverly Hills, California, United States
About 28 days ago, 6/23/19

Altayebat Market

Altayebat Market Inc, - Brookhurst
1217 S Brookhurst Street Anaheim CA 92804
714-520-4723

Near Stanton, California, United States
About 29 days ago, 6/22/19

Sorrento Italy Campania, Italy
About 31 days ago, 6/21/19
Sharer's comments : Pomegranate

Mercado Mayorista de frutas number 2

Mercado mayorista de frutas
Avenue Arriola La Victoria

Near La Victoria, Lima Region, Peru
About 48 days ago, 6/03/19
Sharer's comments : The pomegranates are grown in Ica about 5 hours south of Lima Peru

Wong

Wong’s Supermarket
Balta Shopping, Malecon Balta 626, Miraflores
016250000
www.wong.pe

Near Santiago de Surco, Cuzco, Peru
About 51 days ago, 5/31/19
Sharer's comments : Fresh Pomegranates

Οργανισμός Κεντρικών Αγορώ

Central Markets & Fisheries Organization S.A. / Farmers Market
Tzon Kennenti, Agios Ioannis Rentis

https://www.okaa.gr/

Near Athens, Attiki, Greece
About 59 days ago, 5/23/19
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates ❤️

Central market of Athens - Greece 🇬🇷

Central Markets & Fisheries Organization S.A. / Farmers Market
Tzon Kennenti, Agios Ioannis Rentis

https://www.okaa.gr/

Near Athens, Attiki, Greece
About 89 days ago, 4/23/19
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates from India 🇮🇳

Οργανισμός Κεντρικών Αγορώ

Central Markets & Fisheries Organization S.A. / Farmers Market
Tzon Kennenti, Agios Ioannis Rentis

https://www.okaa.gr/

Near Athens, Attiki, Greece
About 94 days ago, 4/18/19
Sharer's comments : Juicy pomegranates 🌺

Vine Ripe Market Near La Mesa, California, United States
About 110 days ago, 4/02/19

Kastanjehof

Jumbo Koornneff

Near Naaldwijk, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands
About 166 days ago, 2/06/19

Fresh Market Near American Fork, Utah, United States
About 258 days ago, 11/05/18

Albertsons Near Sheridan, Wyoming, United States
About 260 days ago, 11/04/18

Whole Foods Co-op Near Duluth, Minnesota, United States
About 265 days ago, 10/29/18
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Whole Foods Co-op. CA Grown

Poway Farmers Market

Juan - Heritage Family Farms
760-741-8471

Near Poway, California, United States
About 274 days ago, 10/20/18
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Poway Farmers Market.

13450 sw 120 street miami fl 33186 Near The Hammocks, Florida, United States
About 277 days ago, 10/17/18
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at 13450 sw 120 street miami fl 33186. costco

Vista Farmers Market

Peter Schaner
Schaner Family Farms
30819 Mesa Crest Road, Valley Center 92082
760-749-9376

Near Vista, California, United States
About 281 days ago, 10/13/18
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Vista Farmers Market.

Little Italy Farmers Market

Bob Polito Family Farms
1-760-749-1636

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 281 days ago, 10/13/18
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Little Italy Farmers Market.

Specialty Produce Near San Diego, California, United States
About 289 days ago, 10/05/18
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Specialty Produce. First of the season, sweet-tart and beautiful ❤️

Del Mar Farmers Market

Atkins Nursery
3129 Reche Rd, Fallbrook 92028
760-728-1610

Near Del Mar, California, United States
About 295 days ago, 9/29/18
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Del Mar Farmers Market.

Specialty Produce Near San Diego, California, United States
About 298 days ago, 9/26/18
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Specialty Produce.

Whole Foods Market Near Eugene, Oregon, United States
About 306 days ago, 9/18/18
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Whole Foods Market.

Brentwood Farmers' Market

Pedro's Organic Ranch

Near Sawtelle, California, United States
About 308 days ago, 9/16/18
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Brentwood Farmers' Market. Early pomegranates.

Zion Market Near San Diego, CA, United States
About 314 days ago, 9/10/18
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Zion Market.

Asian Food Center Near Shoreline, Washington, United States
About 447 days ago, 4/30/18
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Asian Food Center.

Dillons Near Hutchinson, Kansas, United States
About 525 days ago, 2/11/18

Dillons Near Wichita, Kansas, United States
About 584 days ago, 12/14/17

Santa Monica Farmers Market Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 599 days ago, 11/29/17
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market.

Mercado Hidalgo

Fruteria Ortiz
Blvd. Sanchez Taboada S/N Local 6,7, Y 8, Tijuana 22320
664-684-2471

Near Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico
About 608 days ago, 11/20/17
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Mercado Hidalgo.

Little Italy Mercato Near San Diego, California, United States
About 617 days ago, 11/11/17
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Little Italy Mercato.

New Seasons Market Near Tualatin, Oregon, United States
About 621 days ago, 11/07/17

First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op Near Corvallis, Oregon, United States
About 621 days ago, 11/07/17
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op.

First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op Near Corvallis, Oregon, United States
About 621 days ago, 11/07/17
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op.

Marketplace Foods Wisconsin, United States
About 637 days ago, 10/22/17
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Marketplace Foods.

Florence, italy Near Florence, Tuscany, Italy
About 642 days ago, 10/17/17

Murray Family Farms

Steve Murray
Bakersfield , 93307
661-330-0100

California, United States
About 656 days ago, 10/03/17
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Murray Family Farms.

First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op Near Corvallis, Oregon, United States
About 657 days ago, 10/02/17
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op.

santa ysabel farmers market Near San Diego, California, United States
About 658 days ago, 10/01/17
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at santa ysabel farmers market. So many different varieties. Never knew.

Hillcrest Farmers Market Near San Diego, California, United States
About 665 days ago, 9/24/17
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Hillcrest Farmers Market. Very good selection.

Little Italy Mercato Near San Diego, California, United States
About 666 days ago, 9/23/17
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Little Italy Mercato.

Bell Cielo Villa Near Wildomar, California, United States
About 680 days ago, 9/09/17
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Bell Cielo Villa.

Vista Farmers Market Near Vista, California, United States
About 680 days ago, 9/09/17
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Vista Farmers Market. Several vendors are selling pomegranates today. Season is starting..

Little Italy Mercato

Tom King Farms
1-760-789-4002

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 680 days ago, 9/09/17
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Little Italy Mercato.

Santa Monica Farmers Market Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 697 days ago, 8/23/17
Sharer's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market.