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Purple cauliflower displays vibrant violet hues on the outside florets, however, the stem and core of the vegetable retain a cream color. The entire plant (floret, stalk and leaves) is edible. The stems and trunk are firm and tender and the florets have a dense yet soft and crumbly texture. It's flavor is milder, sweeter, nuttier and free of the bitterness sometimes found in White cauliflower.
Purple cauliflower is available year-round with a peak season during the winter months.
Purple cauliflower is a cool-season biennial cruciferous vegetable, botanical name Brassica oleracea var. botrytis, belonging to the plant order Capparales. Purple cauliflower's color is due to the presence of the antioxidant anthocyanin, which can also be found in red cabbage and red wine. Purple cauliflower also goes by the variety names Sicilian Violet, Violet Queen and Grafitti cauliflower.
Cauliflower is rich in vitamin C with a half cup of florets providing nearly half of ones daily requirement for vitamin C. It also provides a fair amount of fiber, vitamin A, folate, calcium and potassium as well as selenium, which works with Vitamin C to boost the immune system. Cruciferous vegetables such as cauliflower are known for their high levels of cancer-fighting phytochemicals know as glucosinolates.
Purple cauliflower can be chopped in to individual florets and eaten raw, or roasted and paired with additional flavors such as garlic or balsamic vinegar. The vibrant color is a nice visual counterpoint for green hued vegetables like green beans, peas or broccoli. Blend steamed cauliflower with beans for a unique spread for toast or crackers. Use within a few days of purchase for best color and texture.
Cauliflower was brought to England by Flemish weavers in the mid-1600s and later became the rage of the French court, where Louis XV's mistress, Comtesse du Barry had a consomme of veal, oxtails and cauliflower named for her. In the modern era, cauliflower fell into a period of obscurity, languishing upon crudite trays and within obvious soups and gratins. Its renaissance can be attributed to the discovery of colorful varieties, such as the purple Graffiti and purple Cape.
Purple cauliflower is a heritage variety that comes from either Italy or South Africa. Its true wild origin is not quite known, though its color is naturally occurring and is not due to scientific manipulation.
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Description/Taste
Purple cauliflower displays vibrant violet hues on the outside florets, however, the stem and core of the vegetable retain a cream color. The entire plant (floret, stalk and leaves) is edible. The stems and trunk are firm and tender and the florets have a dense yet soft and crumbly texture. It's flavor is milder, sweeter, nuttier and free of the bitterness sometimes found in White cauliflower.
Seasons/Availability
Purple cauliflower is available year-round with a peak season during the winter months.
Current Facts
Purple cauliflower is a cool-season biennial cruciferous vegetable, botanical name Brassica oleracea var. botrytis, belonging to the plant order Capparales. Purple cauliflower's color is due to the presence of the antioxidant anthocyanin, which can also be found in red cabbage and red wine. Purple cauliflower also goes by the variety names Sicilian Violet, Violet Queen and Grafitti cauliflower.
Nutritional Value
Cauliflower is rich in vitamin C with a half cup of florets providing nearly half of ones daily requirement for vitamin C. It also provides a fair amount of fiber, vitamin A, folate, calcium and potassium as well as selenium, which works with Vitamin C to boost the immune system. Cruciferous vegetables such as cauliflower are known for their high levels of cancer-fighting phytochemicals know as glucosinolates.
Applications
Purple cauliflower can be chopped in to individual florets and eaten raw, or roasted and paired with additional flavors such as garlic or balsamic vinegar. The vibrant color is a nice visual counterpoint for green hued vegetables like green beans, peas or broccoli. Blend steamed cauliflower with beans for a unique spread for toast or crackers. Use within a few days of purchase for best color and texture.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Cauliflower was brought to England by Flemish weavers in the mid-1600s and later became the rage of the French court, where Louis XV's mistress, Comtesse du Barry had a consomme of veal, oxtails and cauliflower named for her. In the modern era, cauliflower fell into a period of obscurity, languishing upon crudite trays and within obvious soups and gratins. Its renaissance can be attributed to the discovery of colorful varieties, such as the purple Graffiti and purple Cape.
Geography/History
Purple cauliflower is a heritage variety that comes from either Italy or South Africa. Its true wild origin is not quite known, though its color is naturally occurring and is not due to scientific manipulation.
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| Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Chef Jenn | Solana Beach CA | 858-212-9054 |
| insideOUT | San Diego CA | 619-793-9221 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
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| Kensington Cafe | San Diego CA | 619-640-0494 |
| Four Seasons Foods Catering | San Diego CA | 619-876-6986 |
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| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| Cardiff Seaside Market | Cardiff CA | 760-753-5445 |
| Edgewater Grill | San Diego CA | 619-232-7581 |
| Panama 66 | San Diego CA | 619-702-6373 |
| Huntress | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
| JSIX American restaurant & Bar | San Diego CA | 619-531-8744 |
| Four Seasons Residence Club | Carlsbad CA | 760-603-3700 |
| Sidebar - Market SB, LLC | San Diego CA | 619-696-0946 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Harney Sushi Oceanside 2019 | Oceanside CA | 760-967-1820 |
| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
| Saint Mark Golf and Resort, LLC | San Marcos CA | 858-273-8440 |
| Brigantine Imperial Beach | Imperial Beach CA | 619-591-1350 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-543-2764 |
| Farmer and The Seahorse 2020 | San Diego CA | 303-877-5052 |
| Vineyard Gourmet Catering | Temecula CA | 951-858-1585 |
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| The Plot | Oceanside CA | 422-266-8200 |
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| Pacific Coast Spirits | Oceanside CA | 925-381-5392 |
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| AToN Center Inc. | Encinitas CA | 858-759-5017 |
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| Rustic Root | San Diego CA | 619-232-1747 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Sundeck | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Wrench and Rodent | Oceanside CA | 760-840-1976 |
| Miss B's Coconut Club | San Diego CA | 858-381-0855 |
| Ebullition Brew Works & Gastronomy | Carlsbad CA | 760-842-1046 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-657-6473 |
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 157 days ago, 6/25/20 Sharer's comments : Purple Cauliflower from Black Sheep Farms! 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 298 days ago, 2/05/20 Sharer's comments : Purple cauliflower from the fine folks at 2 peas in a pod 
Central market of Athens Greece š¬š·
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceAbout 304 days ago, 1/30/20 Sharer's comments : Cauliflower purple š„³ 
Vista Farmers Market
Rodney Kwano Farms
Near Vista, California, United States4791 Claire Drive Oceanside CA 92057 760-815-9434 About 365 days ago, 11/30/19 Sharer's comments : Large and beautiful. 
Little Italy Mercato
Rodney Kwano Farms
Near San Diego, California, United States4791 Claire Drive Oceanside CA 92057 760-815-9434 About 365 days ago, 11/30/19 Sharer's comments : Huge. 
Rungis
Near Zwijndrecht, South Holland, NetherlandsAbout 391 days ago, 11/04/19 Sharer's comments : Beautiful purple cauliflower grown in the Netherlands ! 
Central market of Athens Greece
Star fresh IKE
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens L13 00302104814843 About 467 days ago, 8/20/19 Sharer's comments : Purple cauliflower š 
Mollie Stone's Markets
Mollie Stoneās - Chapin Ave
Near Burlingame, California, United States1477 Chapin Ave Burlingame CA 94010 650-558-9992 About 486 days ago, 8/01/19 
Whole Foods Market
Whole Foods Market - E. Washington St
Near Petaluma, California, United States621 E Washington Street Petaluma CA 94952 707-762-9352 About 495 days ago, 7/23/19 
Central market of Athens Greece
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceAbout 507 days ago, 7/11/19 Sharer's comments : Purple cauliflower šø 
Central Markets & Fisheries Organization S.A. / Farmers Market
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceTzon Kennenti, Agios Ioannis Rentis https://www.okaa.gr/ About 538 days ago, 6/10/19 Sharer's comments : Purple cauliflower š 
Sprouts Farmers Market
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 579 days ago, 4/30/19 
Central Market
Near Austin, Texas, United StatesAbout 600 days ago, 4/09/19 Sharer's comments : All colors of cauliflower ! 
Brentwood Farmers' Market
Near Sawtelle, California, United StatesAbout 630 days ago, 3/10/19 Sharer's comments : Purple Cauliflower spotted at Brentwood Farmers' Market. Big beautiful heads of cauliflower. Green and white too! 
Brentwood Farmers' Market
Near Sawtelle, California, United StatesAbout 679 days ago, 1/20/19 Sharer's comments : Purple Cauliflower spotted at Brentwood Farmers' Market. Large tight heads. Nice color. 
Brentwood Farmers' Market
Near Sawtelle, California, United StatesAbout 700 days ago, 12/30/18 Sharer's comments : Purple Cauliflower spotted at Brentwood Farmers' Market. 
Hillcrest Farmers Market
Rodney Kwano Farms
Near San Diego, California, United States4791 Claire Drive, Oceanside 92057 619-917-7540 About 714 days ago, 12/16/18 Sharer's comments : Purple Cauliflower spotted at Hillcrest Farmers Market. |
