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Pomegranates

Inventory, 25 lbs : 0
This item was last sold on : 03/17/19

• 93 Featured Restaurants

• 57 Recipe Ideas

• 34 Spots

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 Cocina Carlsbad	Carlsbad CA	760-759-1843
Miho Gastrotruck	San Diego CA	619-867-4295
Jake's Del Mar	Del Mar CA	858-755-2002
Lodge at Torrey Pines Main	San Diego CA	858-453-4420
Half Door Brewing	San Diego CA	619-232-9845
Gravity Heights Restaurant and Brewery	San Diego CA	858-551-5105
Madison High School	San Diego CA	858-496-8410
WaterBar	San Diego CA	619-308-6500
The Land & Water Company	Carlsbad CA	760-729-5263
Paradise Point Resort Tidal	San Diego CA	858-490-6363
Barleymash	San Diego CA	619-276-6700 x304
One Door North	San Diego CA	858-232-4220
Bistro du Marche by Tapenade	La Jolla CA	858-551-7500
Gaslamp Union Kitchen & Tap	San Diego CA	619-795-9463
The Tavern	Coronado CA	602-628-5890
Cloak and Petal	San Diego CA	619-501-5505
The Pearl Hotel	San Diego CA	877-732-7573
Hotel La Jolla & CUSP	La Jolla CA	858-459-0261
Fonda Don Diego	Coronado CA	619-537-0054
Chef Jenn	Solana Beach CA	858-212-9054

the other 73...

Miguel's Old Town	San Diego CA	619-298-9840
Brigantine Escondido	Escondido CA	760-743-4718
Miguel's Eastlake	Chula Vista CA	619-656-2822
Belmont Park Cannonball	San Diego CA	858-228-9283
Puesto-La Jolla	La Jolla CA	858-775-2289
Miguel's Cocina Coronado	Coronado CA	619-437-4237
Claire's on Cedros - SKSB	Solana Beach CA	858-259-8597
Brigantine Poway	Poway CA	858-486-3066
Catania La Jolla	La Jolla CA	619-295-3173
Catering By Felicia G.	San Diego CA	619-742-4747
Viejas Casino Locale	Alpine CA	702-401-0455
La Costa Resort & Spa Main Kitchen	Carlsbad CA	760-930-7063
Maestoso	San Diego CA	209-445-5600
The Lion Share	San Diego CA	619-564-6924
Cal A Vie	Vista CA	760-945-2055
Comercializadora de Especialdides	Ensenada Baja California	646-128-7028
Viewpoint Brewing Co.	Del Mar CA	858-205-9835
JRDN Restaurant	San Diego CA	858-270-5736
Stake Chophouse & Bar	Coronado CA	619-522-0077
Monster Crafts	Chula Vista CA	619-948-4458
Sheldons Service Station	La Mesa CA	619-741-8577
Solace & the Moonlight Lounge	Encinitas CA	760-753-2433
The Country Club Of Rancho Bernardo	San Diego CA	858-451-9100
Wine Vault & Bistro	San Diego CA	619-295-3939
Under Belly-Little Italy Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-269-4626
Secret Table	Solana Beach CA	858-356-4054
The Flavor Chef (Catering)	Vista CA	619-295-3172
Homestead Solana Beach	Solana Beach CA	858-209-0149
Craft and Commerce (Sekscobra Inc.)	San Diego CA	619-962-5935
Ironside Pastry Inc.	San Diego CA	312-852-6308
Volcano Rabbit	San Diego CA	619-232-8226
Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District	El Cajon CA	619-644-7585
Mille Fleurs	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-756-3085
Aztec Shop Catering	San Diego CA	619 594-3576
Et Voilà! French Bistro	San Diego CA	619-209-7759
Coast Catering	Escondido CA	619-295-3173
Top of the Market	San Diego CA	619-234-4867
Agave Coffee and Cafe	Chula Vista CA	619-427-2250
Brigantine Pt Loma	San Diego CA	619-224-2871
Addison Del Mar	Del Mar CA	858-350-7600
Brigantine La Mesa	La Mesa CA	619-465-1935
The Farm Golf Club	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-756-5585
Two Seven Eight	San Diego CA	619-278-0080
Panama 66	San Diego CA	619-702-6373
University Club	San Diego CA	619-234-5200
Root Cellar Catering Co.	San Diego CA	760-846-2092
Smoothie Rider	San Diego CA	858-208-0774
Trust Restaurant	San Diego CA	609-780-7572
Local Tap House & Kitchen	Oceanside CA	760-547-1469
Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-759-6063
Domaine Baran	San Diego CA	858-952-2949
WaterBar (Bar)	San Diego CA	619-308-6500
San Diego Culinary Institute Inc.	La Mesa CA	619-644-2100
Sorority Cuisine - Achio	San Diego CA	310-402-6195
Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen	Oceanside CA	619-990-0158
Little Lion	San Diego CA	619-519-4079
Farv's Pickles	San Diego CA	480-329-8820
Vista Valley	Vista CA	760-758-2800
Mr A's	San Diego CA	619-239-1377
Waters Catering	San Diego CA	619-276-8803 x4
Pacific Coast Grill	Solana Beach CA	858-794-4632
Bread & Cie Café	San Diego CA	619-295-3172
San Diego Yacht Club	San Diego CA	619-758-6334
Decoy Dockside Restaurant	San Marcos CA	760-653-3230
Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse	Alpine CA	800-295-3172
Cow by Bear	San Diego CA	415-565-9989
Cape Rey Carlsbad, a Hilton Resort	Carlsbad CA	760-602-0800
KI's	Encinitas CA	760-436-5236
Dolce Pane & Vino	Del Mar CA	858-832-1518
Miguel's 4S Ranch	San Diego CA	858-924-9200
Leroy's Kitchen & Lounge	Coronado CA	619-522-6890
Neighborhood Burger	San Diego CA	619-446-0002
Solare Ristorante Lounge	San Diego CA	619-270-9670

Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Pomegranates. One

is easiest, three is harder.

The Perfect Pantry		Pomegranate-Orange-Ginger Shrimp
Emily Bites		Pomegranate and Pistachio Frozen Yogurt Bark
Mother Thyme		Pomegranate Walnut Brie Crostini
Mostly Foodstuffs		Mizuna, Melon and Pomegranate Salad
Half Baked Harvest		Sheet Pan Sticky Pomegranate Chicken and Honey Roasted Squash
Cafe Fernando		Pomegranate Jam
Minimalist Baker		Easy Vegan Breakfast Tacos
Creme de la Crumb		Mango Pomegranate Guacamole
Treat a Week		Pomegranate Couscous
Food For My Family		Sautéed Bacon and Blue Brussels Sprouts with Pomegranate

the other 47...

Juniper Cakery		Carrot Cake, Pistachio, & Pomegranate Loaf
Cooking Classy		Pear, Pomegranate and Spinach Salad
Viet World Kitchen		Jackfruit, Toddy Palm Seed, Pomegranate and Coconut Sweet Soup
Kevin is Cooking		Jordanian Roasted Chicken with Pomegranate Molasses
White on Rice Couple		Fruity Pomegranate Salad with Savory Soy Vinaigrette
eCurry		Yogurt with Rose and Pomegranate
101 Cookbooks		Bulgur, Celery and Pomegranate Salad
What Katie Ate		Mango, Nectarine and Passionfruit Semifredo with Fresh Berries and Pomegranate Seeds
Go,Eat & Repeat		Pomegranate Orange Punch
Cooking Books		Eggplant with Pomegranate Sauce
A Few Shortcuts		Pomegranate Orange Scones
Oh My Veggies		Roasted Sweet Potato, Pomegranate, and Massaged Kale Salad
Chili Pepper Madness		Salmon Tacos with Pomegranate Guacamole
With Food and Love		Pomegranate Brownies with Cacao Nibs + Sea Salt
Mother Thyme		Pomegranate and Goat Cheese Rice Balls
Art From My Table		Chia Breakfast Pudding
The Real Food Dietitians		Pomegranate Kombucha Mimosa
Boys Ahoy		Winter Pomegranate Citrus Smoothie
Sprinkles and Sprouts		Pear and Pomegranate Panna Cotta
Iowa Girl Eats		Honey, Pomegranate, Pecan Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps
My New Roots		Poppy Seed-Crusted Butternut Squash with Kale and Pomegranates
The Merry Gourmet		Pomegranate Gelato
The Cookie Rookie		Pomegranate Champagne Sorbet
Not Enough Cinnamon		Pomegranate Hummus
Use Real Butter		Pomegranate Chocolate Dessert
A Spicy Perspective		Pomegranate Crusted Cheese Ball
Cubes N Juliennes		Potato Pomegranate Mint Mayo Sev Puri
Healthy Seasonal Recipes		Easy Holiday Slaw with Apples and Pomegranate
The View from Great Island		Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pomegranate
Kitchen Sanctuary		Ricotta Oat Pancakes with Creamy Lemon Sauce
Food Faith Fitness		Stuffed Chicken Breast with Goat Cheese, Pomegranates and Balsamic Reduction
Give Recipe		No-Bake Chocolate Pomegranate Tart
Cooking Classy		Winter Fruit Salad with Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing
Blahnik Baker		Pomegranate Orange Scones
Not Enough Cinnamon		Warm Quinoa, Sweet Potato And Kale Salad
Zen and Spice		Smoked Cheddar and Pomegranate Beer Dip
Six Sisters Stuff		Pomegranate Salsa
Big Bear's Wife		Walnut Orange Salad with Homemade Pomegranate Vinaigrette
Honest &Tasty		Salted Pomegranate Chocolate Fudge
Giraffes Can Bake		Clementine and Pomegranate Muffins
A Cookie Named Desire		Pomegranate Curd
Amazingly Tasty		Ginger, Lemon & Pomegranate Detox Drink
The Busy Baker		Pomegranate Granola Parfaits
Julia's Album		Balsamic Braised, Caramelized Shallots with Pomegranate Seeds
Joy of Kosher		Roasted Eggplant with Tahini & Pomegranate
Closet Cooking		Maple Roasted Carrots in Tahini Sauce with Pomegranate and Pistachios
Hungry Foodies Pharmacy		Homemade Pomegranate Jelly

Recently Spotted
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Kastanjehof

Jumbo Koornneff

Near Naaldwijk, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands
About 40 days ago, 2/06/19

Fresh Market Near American Fork, Utah, United States
About 133 days ago, 11/05/18

Albertsons Near Sheridan, Wyoming, United States
About 134 days ago, 11/04/18

Whole Foods Co-op Near Duluth, Minnesota, United States
About 140 days ago, 10/29/18
Spotter'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 149 days ago, 10/20/18
Spotter's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Poway Farmers Market.

13450 sw 120 street miami fl 33186 Near The Hammocks, Florida, United States
About 152 days ago, 10/17/18
Spotter'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 156 days ago, 10/13/18
Spotter'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 156 days ago, 10/13/18
Spotter's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Little Italy Farmers Market.

Specialty Produce Near San Diego, California, United States
About 164 days ago, 10/05/18
Spotter'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 170 days ago, 9/29/18
Spotter's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Del Mar Farmers Market.

Specialty Produce Near San Diego, California, United States
About 173 days ago, 9/26/18
Spotter's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Specialty Produce.

Whole Foods Market Near Eugene, Oregon, United States
About 181 days ago, 9/18/18
Spotter's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Whole Foods Market.

Brentwood Farmers' Market

Pedro's Organic Ranch

Near Sawtelle, California, United States
About 183 days ago, 9/16/18
Spotter's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Brentwood Farmers' Market. Early pomegranates.

Zion Market Near San Diego, CA, United States
About 189 days ago, 9/10/18
Spotter's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Zion Market.

Asian Food Center Near Shoreline, Washington, United States
About 322 days ago, 4/30/18
Spotter's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Asian Food Center.

Dillons Near Hutchinson, Kansas, United States
About 400 days ago, 2/11/18

Dillons Near Wichita, Kansas, United States
About 459 days ago, 12/14/17

Santa Monica Farmers Market Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 474 days ago, 11/29/17
Spotter'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 483 days ago, 11/20/17
Spotter's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Mercado Hidalgo.

Little Italy Mercato Near San Diego, California, United States
About 492 days ago, 11/11/17
Spotter's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Little Italy Mercato.

New Seasons Market Near Tualatin, Oregon, United States
About 496 days ago, 11/07/17

First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op Near Corvallis, Oregon, United States
About 496 days ago, 11/07/17
Spotter's comments : Pomegranates spotted at First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op.

First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op Near Corvallis, Oregon, United States
About 496 days ago, 11/07/17
Spotter's comments : Pomegranates spotted at First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op.

Marketplace Foods Wisconsin, United States
About 512 days ago, 10/22/17
Spotter's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Marketplace Foods.

Florence, italy Near Florence, Tuscany, Italy
About 517 days ago, 10/17/17

Murray Family Farms

Steve Murray
Bakersfield , 93307
661-330-0100

California, United States
About 531 days ago, 10/03/17
Spotter's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Murray Family Farms.

First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op Near Corvallis, Oregon, United States
About 532 days ago, 10/02/17
Spotter's comments : Pomegranates spotted at First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op.

santa ysabel farmers market Near San Diego, California, United States
About 533 days ago, 10/01/17
Spotter'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 540 days ago, 9/24/17
Spotter's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Hillcrest Farmers Market. Very good selection.

Little Italy Mercato Near San Diego, California, United States
About 541 days ago, 9/23/17
Spotter's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Little Italy Mercato.

Bell Cielo Villa Near Wildomar, California, United States
About 555 days ago, 9/09/17
Spotter's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Bell Cielo Villa.

Vista Farmers Market Near Vista, California, United States
About 555 days ago, 9/09/17
Spotter'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 555 days ago, 9/09/17
Spotter's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Little Italy Mercato.

Santa Monica Farmers Market Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 572 days ago, 8/23/17
Spotter's comments : Pomegranates spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market.