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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.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Blue Ocean | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-4959 |
| Panama 66 | San Diego CA | 619-702-6373 |
| The Compass | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-1900 |
| Larsen's Steakhouse - La Jolla | San Diego CA | 310-407-9937 |
| Lucky Bolt | San Diego CA | 917-969-9500 |
| The Oceanaire Seafood Room | San Diego CA | 619-858-2277 |
| Jensens Finest Foods - Deli | San Diego CA | 619-550-2097 |
| Covo La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-246-6721 |
| West Pac Noodle Bar | Coronado CA | 619-522-6892 |
| Hotel Republic San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-398-3100 |
| Distribuidora Larcarr | San Diego CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Local Tap House & Kitchen | Oceanside CA | 760-547-1469 |
| Morgan Run Resort and Club | Rancho Sante Fe CA | 858-756-2471 |
| Greystone Steakhouse | San Diego CA | 619-232-0225 |
| Jake's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-2002 |
| Uptown Tavern | San Diego CA | 619-847-4688 |
| Mr A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| AToN Center Inc. | Encinitas CA | 858-759-5017 |
| Tommy V's | Carlsbad CA | 760-602-1949 |
| Tribute Pizza | San Diego CA | 858-220-0030 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-543-2764 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| Catania La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Nolita Hall | San Diego CA | 619-618-8820 |
| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
| Brothers' Provisions | San Diego CA | 855-850-2767 |
| Culinary Concepts | San Diego CA | 858-530-1885 |
| The Land & Water Company | Carlsbad CA | 760-729-5263 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Pokewan (Carlsbad) | Carlsbad CA | 858-886-9909 |
| Root Cellar Catering Co. | San Diego CA | 760-846-2092 |
| Lola 55 Catering | San Diego CA | 619-727-9282 |
| Martinis above Fourth | San Diego CA | 619-241-2622 |
| Amicis Ristobar | San Diego CA | 858-847-2740 |
| Hotel La Jolla & CUSP | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0261 |
| Sheraton La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-453-5500 |
| Pacific Beach Ale House | San Diego CA | 858-581-2337 |
| Viejas Casino Locale | Alpine CA | 702-401-0455 |
| Trattoria I Trulli | Encinitas CA | 760-943-6800 |
| Terra Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-293-7088 |
| Surf Side Cuisine (Deli) | San Diego CA | 619-507-0891 |
| Hilton Garden Inn | San Diego CA | 858-720-9500 |
| Hotel Palomar-Salt Box | San Diego CA | 619-515-3003 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Viejas Casino Banquets | Alpine Ca | 619-295-3172 |
| Gaslamp Union Kitchen & Tap | San Diego CA | 619-795-9463 |
| Kensington Cafe | San Diego CA | 619-640-0494 |
| Estancia La Jolla Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-550-1000 |
| Brigantine Corp | San Diego CA | 858 926 9644 |
| Harney Sushi Oceanside | CA | 760-967-1820 |
| The Roxy Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2899 |
| Beach Plum Kitchen | Carlsbad CA | 760-931-1362 |
| Bleu Boheme | San Diego CA | 619-255-4167 |
| Harney Sushi Old Town | San Diego CA | 619-295-3272 |
| Cucina Sorella | San Diego CA | 619-281-4014 |
| La Costa Resort & Spa Vue | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-7063 |
| Civico 1845 | San Diego CA | 619-300-4810 |
| Hornblower Cruises | San Diego CA | 619-686-8733 |
| Ad Libitum | San Diego CA | 909-938-9580 |
| Fireside by The Patio | San Diego CA | 858-270-9900 |
| Barleymash | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
| Pokewan (Commissary) | Carlsbad CA | 858-886-9909 |
| Milton's Delicatessen, Grill & Bakery | Del Mar CA | 858-792-2225 |
| Four Seasons Residence Club | Carlsbad CA | 760-603-3700 |
| Marriott Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-3000 x6335 |
| Miho Gastrotruck | San Diego CA | 619-867-4295 |
| Bivouac Ciderworks | San Diego CA | 816-809-5193 |
| Marriott Marquis North Tower | San Diego CA | 619-234-1500 |
| Spoutable | San Diego CA | 619-743-7491 |
| The Rose | San Diego CA | 619-281-0718 |
| Sbicca | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1001 |
| Chosen Foods | San Diego CA | 8776742244 |
| San Diego Natural History Museum | San Diego CA | 619-255-0216 |
| RoVino Rotisserie + Wine | San Diego CA | 619-972-6286 |
| Ballast Point Restaurant - Miramar | San Diego CA | 858-790-6900 |
| Cape Rey Carlsbad, a Hilton Resort | Carlsbad CA | 760-602-0800 |
| Ballast Point Restaurant - Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-298-2337 |
| 10 Barrel Brewing Co. | San Diego CA | 619-886-2743 |
| Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-381-8289 |
| The Shout House | San Diego CA | 619-231-6700 |
| Vineyard Gourmet Catering | Temecula CA | 951-858-1585 |
| The Glass Door | San Diego CA | 619-544-0164 |
| Brockton Villa Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-454-7393 |
| Brigantine Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1166 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-657-6473 |
| Buona Forchetta | San Diego CA | 619-381-4844 |
| Union Kitchen & Tap (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2337 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Village Vino | San Diego CA | 619-546-8466 |
| Monteferante Foods | San Diego CA | 310-740-0194 |
| WaterBar | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Solace & the Moonlight Lounge | Encinitas CA | 760-753-2433 |
| Craft and Commerce (Sekscobra Inc.) | San Diego CA | 619-962-5935 |
| Urban Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-239-2222 |
| La Costa Resort & Spa Main Kitchen | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-7063 |
| Red Tail Catering | San Marcos CA | 858-605-8219 |
| West Steak and Seafood | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-9100 |
| Lauberge Del MarLauberge | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| JSIX American restaurant & Bar | San Diego CA | 619-531-8744 |
| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Miguel's Cocina Carlsbad | Carlsbad CA | 760-759-1843 |
| US Grant Hotel Grill | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Fishmonger's Market | San Diego CA | 619-646-5238 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| UCSD La Jolla / Ornish Kitchen | San Diego CA | 858-657-6473 |
| Toast Catering | san diego CA | 858-208-9422 |
| Sheldons Service Station | La Mesa CA | 619-741-8577 |
| Monello | San Diego CA | 619-501-0030 |
| Born & Raised | San Diego CA | 619-550-5412 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Et Voilà! French Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-209-7759 |
| Sara Polczynski (Seasoned Plates) | San Diego CA | 619-757-8924 |
| San Diego Culinary Institute Inc. | La Mesa CA | 619-644-2100 |
| Stone Brewing-Liberty Station | San Diego CA | 619-269-2100 |
| PFC Fitness Camp | Carlsbad CA | 888-488-8936 |
| Extraordinary Desserts Union St. | San Diego CA | 619-294-7001 |
| Striders | San Diego CA | 619-363-7166 |
| Dolce Pane & Vino | Del Mar CA | 858-832-1518 |
| The Flavor Chef (Catering) | Vista CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Anthem North Park | San Diego CA | 619-268-4367 |
| Surf Side Cuisine | San Diego CA | 619-507-0891 |
| The Bier Garden | Encinitas CA | 760-632-2437 |
| The LOT (La Jolla) | La Jolla CA | 619-987-9537 |
| Herb & Wood | San Diego CA | 619-955-8495 |
| Voltaire Beach House | San Diego CA | 619-574-6878 |
| Top of the Market | San Diego CA | 619-234-4867 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (Banquets) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Yoann Taboyan, Personal Chef | San Diego CA | 347-277-1958 |
| Peohes | Coronado CA | 619-437-4474 |
| Madison | San Diego CA | 619-822-3465 |
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Recipes that include Purple Cauliflower. One
is easiest, three is harder.Recently Spotted
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Magnolia Farmers Market
Alvarez Organic Farm
Near Seattle, Washington, United States, Mabton 509-830-5242 About 8 days ago, 8/11/18 Spotter's comments : Purple Cauliflower spotted at Magnolia Farmers Market. Beautiful and edible ;) 
Vista Farmers Market
Rodney Kwano Farms
Near Vista, California, United States4791 Claire Drive, Oceanside 92057 619-917-7540 About 120 days ago, 4/21/18 Spotter's comments : Purple Cauliflower spotted at Vista Farmers Market. 
Brentwood Farmers' Market
Near Sawtelle, California, United StatesAbout 196 days ago, 2/04/18 Spotter's comments : Purple Cauliflower spotted at Brentwood Farmers' Market. Dark purple, large heads. 
Brentwood Farmers Market
Near Sawtelle, California, United StatesAbout 210 days ago, 1/21/18 Spotter's comments : Purple Cauliflower spotted at Brentwood Farmers Market. Large bright heads. Big Y World Class Markets Massachusetts, United States About 245 days ago, 12/17/17 Dillons Near Wichita, Kansas, United States About 248 days ago, 12/14/17 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
John Her
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesHer Produce 559-313-6676 About 256 days ago, 12/06/17 Spotter's comments : Purple Cauliflower spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. 
Monona Farmers Market
Near Monona, Wisconsin, United StatesAbout 322 days ago, 10/01/17 Spotter's comments : Purple Cauliflower spotted at Monona Farmers Market. 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 445 days ago, 5/31/17 Spotter's comments : Purple Cauliflower spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Ruth Jaime
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesJ.F. Organics 909-395-7258 About 599 days ago, 12/28/16 Spotter's comments : Purple Cauliflower spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. Sweet and firm 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Edgar Jaime
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesBlack Sheep Produce , Chino 91710 19098275646 About 662 days ago, 10/26/16 Spotter's comments : Purple Cauliflower spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. 
PCC Natural Markets
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesAbout 713 days ago, 9/05/16 Spotter's comments : Purple Cauliflower spotted at PCC Natural Markets. Local, Organic Purple Cauliflower from Rent Due Ranch - a varietal that you prepare and serve just like Cauliflower! |
