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Fennel

Inventory, 12 ct : 18.75
This item was last sold on : 05/26/20

• 99 Featured Restaurants

• 31 Recipe Ideas

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Description/Taste

Fennel, an upright perennial herb that grows three to ten feet tall. The plant contains thick, ribbed, hollow stems that grow from its rooted bulb (known as the crown). Green branches and feathery foliage sprout off the stems. As the plant matures it creates an umbrella-shaped cluster of bright yellow flowers. Every element of the Fennel plant from crown to flower is edible. It has a sweet, licorice-like flavor and citrus notes. Fennel is often harvested for its smaller bulbs, which are the most fragrant and succulent.

Seasons/Availability

Fennel is available year-round with a peak season during the fall and winter months.

Current Facts

Fennel plants produce hermaphrodite flowers, with both male and female parts. Fennel is known for its invasive nature as it will reproduce from both root crown and seed. India is the leader of Fennel production in the world. Fennel has long been used as a weight-loss aid, helping to suppress hunger.

Nutritional Value

Fennel contains a combination of phytonutrients that gives it strong antioxidant properties. It is one phytonutrient, anethole, that has been used in studies and proven to reduce inflammation and help reduce the risk of cancer. Fennel has been used to treat various digestive symptoms, including heartburn, gas and bloating.

Applications

Fennel is entirely edible. Cook the stalks as you would the bulb, or top dished with chopped fronds for garnish. Thoroughly rinse Fennel as dirt can become lodged inside while it's growing. Slice and toss with olive oil, salt and pepper, and roast with other root vegetables. Shave or thinly slice and add raw to green salads, with blood orange segments and olives. Saute with onions as a base for risotto. Slice and layer with onions and mustard seeds in a pastry crust for a savory tart. Dice and cook slowly in olive oil until caramelized, then toss with fresh pasta. May also be used in sweet preparations: add to custards and freeze into ice cream. Fennel will keep, dry, in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Ethnic/Cultural Info

The fruit of a Fennel plant is its seed, which is harvested and has as many culinary uses as the plant itself. In India and Pakistan the Fennel seeds are known as "Saunf" and they are used as a spice and an after-mint. The seeds are also used to flavor liqueurs. Fennel was used to treat snake bites and poisonings in ancient China, and in the Middle Ages was hung from door ways and windows to ward off evil spirits.

Geography/History

Fennel is native to southern Europe and the Mediterranean region, where it has been used for centuries as a spice and for medicinal purposes. Ancient Greeks referred to Fennel as "marathron" due to its prolific wild growth in one field where the great battle, the Battle of Marathron, was said to be fought. In the 1700's Fennel was used in the production of the patented elixir absinthe.

Featured Restaurants

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

Ciccia Osteria	San Diego CA	619-674-4069
Farmers Bottega	San Diego CA	619-458-9929
Tribute Pizza	San Diego CA	858-220-0030
Toast Cafe	San Diego CA	858-925-7552
The Lion Share	San Diego CA	619-564-6924
The Cork and Craft	San Diego CA	858-618-2463
Marriott Coronado	Coronado CA	619-435-3000 x6335
J & Tonys	San Diego CA	855-634-7664
Carmel Mountain Ranch Country Club	San Diego CA	858-487-9224
Catania La Jolla	La Jolla CA	619-295-3173
Wheat & Water	La Jolla CA	858-291-8690
Smoking Gun	San Diego CA	619-276-6700
Wet Stone Winebar and Cafe	San Diego CA	619-255-2856
Bishop School	San Diego CA	858-459-4021 x212
International Smoke Del Mar	San Diego CA	702-683-7590
Shore Rider	La Jolla CA	858-412-5308
Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse	Alpine CA	800-295-3172
The Roxy Encinitas	Encinitas CA	760-230-2899
Brockton Villa Restaurant	San Diego CA	858-454-7393
Catamaran	San Diego CA	858-488-1081

the other 79...

Tartine	Coronado CA	619-435-4323
The Compass	Carlsbad CA	760-434-1900
Miho Gastrotruck	San Diego CA	619-867-4295
The Corner Drafthouse	San Diego CA	619-255-2631
Pacific Regent La Jolla	San Diego CA	858-597-8008
Madison	San Diego CA	619-822-3465
Jeune Et Jolie	Carlsbad CA	858-231-0862
Cesarina	San Diego CA	619-226-6222
Little Frenchie	Coronado CA	619-522-6890
Blade 1936	Oceanside CA	760-231-1456
The Glen at Scripps Ranch	San Diego CA	858-444-8500
Parakeet Cafe Del Mar	San Diego CA	619-297-0235
Candor	La Jolla CA	858-581-2205
Pete's Premade Paleo	San Diego CA	770-359-8274
Wine Vault & Bistro	San Diego CA	619-295-3939
The Bier Garden	Encinitas CA	760-632-2437
Liberty Call Distilling	San Diego CA	619-630-1240
Fort Oak	San Diego CA	619-795-6901
Iron Pig Alehouse	San Diego CA	619-885-3718
Bahia Resort Hotel	San Diego CA	858-488-0551
Bleu Boheme	San Diego CA	619-255-4167
Parakeet Cafe La Jolla	La Jolla CA	619-578-1040
Parakeet Cafe- Little Italy	San Diego CA	619-297-0235
Eclipse Chocolate	San Diego CA	619-578-2984
Fernside	San Diego CA	619-398-5156
Cucina Enoteca	Del Mar CA	619-239-2222
Home and Away Encinitas	Encinitas CA	619-886-1358
Jensens Finest Foods - Deli	San Diego CA	619-550-2097
Third Corner Ocean Beach	San Diego CA	619-223-2700
UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest	San Diego CA	619-543-2764
Jake's Del Mar	Del Mar CA	858-755-2002
Berry Good Food Foundation	La Jolla CA	619-295-3173
Barleymash	San Diego CA	619-276-6700 x304
Giuseppe Restaurants & Fine Catering	San Diego CA	619-838-8268
Gravity Heights Restaurant and Brewery	San Diego CA	858-551-5105
Caffe Calabria Coffee Roasting Company	San Diego CA	619-683-7787
Shorehouse Kitchen Carlsbad	Carlsbad CA	858-663-9916
C 2 C	San Diego CA	619-972-9345
Agave Coffee and Cafe	Chula Vista CA	619-427-2250
Le Papagayo	Encinitas CA	760-944-8252
Bistro du Marche by Tapenade	La Jolla CA	858-551-7500
Lola 55	San Diego CA	619-727-9282
La Costa Glen South	Carlsbad CA	760-704-1000
Catering By Felicia G.	San Diego CA	619-742-4747
Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen	Oceanside CA	619-990-0158
Tom Hams Light House	San Diego CA	619-291-9110
Rovino The Foodery	San Diego CA	619-972-6286
Glenbrook Health Center	Carlsbad CA	760-704-1000
Third Corner Encinitas	Encinitas CA	619-417-9251
Siamo Napoli	San Diego CA	619-300-4810
Ron Oliver
Mille Fleurs	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-756-3085
Orens Fine Foods	San Diego CA	510-910-2298
Hotel La Jolla & CUSP	La Jolla CA	858-459-0261
Culinary Concepts	San Diego CA	858-530-1885
Shorehouse Kitchen	La Jolla CA	858-459-3300
Pacific Cafe & Catering (Medical Cntr Dr.)	La Jolla CA	858-699-4129
Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill	San Diego CA	858-453-4420
Kappa Sushi	San Diego CA	858-566-3388
Waters Catering	San Diego CA	619-276-8803 x4
Georges at the Cove	San Diego CA	858-454-4244
Craft House	San Diego CA	619-948-4458
Under Belly-Uptown	San Diego CA	619-269-4626
Eve-Creations Wellness	Encinitas CA	760-230-2560
UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla	San Diego CA	858-657-6473
Saiko Sushi-North Park	San Diego CA	619-886-6656
La Costa Glen North	Carlsbad CA	760-704-1436
Eve Oceanside	Oceanside CA	760-231-1052
Azuki Sushi Lounge	San Diego CA	619-238-4760
Home & Away - Old Town	San Diego CA	619-886-1358
Juniper & Ivy	San Diego CA	858-481-3666
Beeside Balcony	Del Mar CA	858-880-8105
Zeca Trading Co.	San Diego CA	619-410-1576
Herb & Sea	Encinitas CA	858-587-6601
Just Call Us Catering	San Diego CA	858-461-3674
Asti Ristorante	San Diego CA	619-232-8844
Landinis Pizzeria	San Diego CA	619-238-3502
Sadie Rose Bakery	San Diego CA	619-718-9532
Beaumont's	San Diego CA	858-459-0474

Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include Fennel. One

is easiest, three is harder.

Sweet Peas and Saffron		Apple, Fennel, Brussels Sprouts Slaw
Steamy Kitchen		Stephanie Izard's Steamed Mussel and Fenel Escabeche
The Wednesday Chef		Quinoa Salad with Shiitakes and Fennel
Simply Whisked		Fennel Apple Salad with Walnuts and Arugula
Kitchen Sanctuary		Fennel and Apple Winter Salad with Grana Padoano
Feasting at Home		Creamy Celeriac Fennel Soup
Local Kitchen		Candied Fennel Stalks + Fennel Frond Salt
The First Mess		Leek, Fennel, Apple & Walnut Soup with Turmeric
Jumbo Empanadas		Wild Mushroom and Fennel Risotto
A Saucy Kitchen		Sausage, Fennel, & Pepper Roast

the other 21...

Sprinkles and Sprouts		Roasted Fennel with Parmesan and Chives
Green Kitchen Stories		Green Breakfast Bowl
With Food and Love		Fennel + Delicata Squash Soup
Gutsy by Nature		Baked Fennel and Potatoes
Sweet Phi		Gorgonzola Stuffed Fennel
Sprinkles and Sprouts		Pasta with Roasted Fennel and Lemon
Two Spoons		Fennel, Haloumi and Olive Salad with Roast Potatoes
Soni's Food		Roasted Curried Fennel
Farmhouse Kitchen		Roasted Fennel Soup
Nyssa's Kitchen		Creamy Potato and Parsley Soup
Foodie Crush		Citrus Fennel and Avocado Salad
Honestly Yum		Rhubarb, Fennel & Vermouth Cocktail
Served From Scratch		Fennel Frond Pesto
Lara Ferroni		Fennel Blossom Soup
Hunter Angler Gardener Cook		Pickled Fennel Agrodolce
Spoon Fork Bacon		Grilled Fennel Tarts
Getty Stewart		Orange Fennel Salad
La Tavola Marche		Fennel and Peach Salad
She Loves Biscotti		Grilled Chicken with Fennel and Apricots
The View from Great Island		Roasted Winter Vegetable Soup
What's for Lunch Honey?		Caramelized Fennel, Radicchio, Pears and Goat Cheese Pizza

Recently Shared

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Santa Monica Farmers Market

Tutti Frutti Organic Farm
Lompac, CA
805-737-7127

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About a day ago, 5/27/20
Sharer's comments : Big Bulbs of Fennel available from Tutti Frutti Farms

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Tutti Frutti Organic Farm
Lompac, CA
805-737-7127

https://tuttifruttifarms.com

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 28 days ago, 4/29/20

Specialty Produce

Specialty Produce
1929 Hancock st. San Diego CA 92110
619-295-3172

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 57 days ago, 3/31/20
Sharer's comments : Fresh fennel ..

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Gloria Tamai Farms
Oxnard,CA
1-805-240-6306

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 70 days ago, 3/18/20
Sharer's comments : Great Veggies at the market!

Natural Grocers

Natural Grocers - Williams Field Road
1625 E Williams Field Road Gilbert AZ 85295
480-917-9000
https://www.naturalgrocers.com

Near Gilbert, Arizona, United States
About 129 days ago, 1/19/20

Winco Foods

Winco Foods - Bell Road
16925 W Bell Road Surprise AZ 85374
623-474-9040
https://www.wincofoods.com

Near Sun City West, Arizona, United States
About 130 days ago, 1/18/20

I Formaggi Al Mercato Centrale Near Florence, Tuscany, Italy
About 225 days ago, 10/15/19

Leucadia farmers market

Divine Harvest Farm
661-525-2870

Near Encinitas, California, United States
About 276 days ago, 8/25/19

Corvallis Farmers' Market Near Corvallis, Oregon, United States
About 291 days ago, 8/10/19

Nob Hill Foods

Nob Hill Foods
611 Trancas Street Napa CA 94558
707-224-8583
www.raleys.com

Near Napa, California, United States
About 299 days ago, 8/02/19
Sharer's comments : Organics

Woodlands

Woodlands Market
1550 Tiburon Blvd Tiburon CA 84920
415-435-2822

Near Belvedere Tiburon, California, United States
About 310 days ago, 7/22/19

Mollie Stone's Markets

Mollie Stone’s Markets
100 Harbor Drive Sausalito CA 94965
415-331-6900

Near Sausalito, California, United States
About 310 days ago, 7/22/19

Nugget Market

Nugget Markets
470 Ignacio Blvd Novato CA 94949
415-883-4600

Near Novato, California, United States
About 310 days ago, 7/22/19

Noriega Produce Market

Noriega Produce
3821 Noriega Street San Francisco CA 94122
415-564-0370

Near Daly City, California, United States
About 319 days ago, 7/13/19

Falletti Foods

Falletti Foods
308 Broderick Street San Francisco CA 94117
415-626-4400

Near San Francisco, California, United States
About 320 days ago, 7/12/19

Bob's Market

Bobs Market
1650 Ocean Park Blvd Santa Monica CA 90405
310-452-2493

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 334 days ago, 6/28/19

Pavilions

Pavilions - Balboa Blvd
3100 W. Balboa Blvd. Newport Beach CA 92663
949-675-2395

Near Newport Beach, California, United States
About 339 days ago, 6/23/19

Beverly Hills Market & Deli

Beverly Hills Market & Deli
303 N Cresent Drive Beverly Hills CA 90210
310-657-3663

Near Beverly Hills, California, United States
About 339 days ago, 6/23/19

Irvine Ranch Market

Irvine Ranch Market
2651 Irvine Ave. Costa Mesa CA 92627
949-631-4404

Near Irvine-Mesa, California, United States
About 341 days ago, 6/21/19

Star Fresh IKE
Central Market of Athens L-13
00302104814843

Near Athens, Attiki, Greece
About 349 days ago, 6/13/19
Sharer's comments : Fennel 🌱

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 379 days ago, 5/14/19
Sharer's comments : Fennel from Italy 🇮🇹

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

https://www.okaa.gr/

Near Athens, Attiki, Greece
About 391 days ago, 5/02/19
Sharer's comments : Fennel from Italy 🇮🇹

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

https://www.okaa.gr/

Near Athens, Attiki, Greece
About 400 days ago, 4/23/19
Sharer's comments : Fennel 💚

La Mesa Farmer Market Near La Mesa, California, United States
About 439 days ago, 3/15/19

Kroger Truce pkwy Near Nesbit, Mississippi, United States
About 474 days ago, 2/07/19

Little Italy Mercato

Anthony - Maciel Farms
1-760-521-0643

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 543 days ago, 12/01/18
Sharer's comments : Fennel spotted at Little Italy Mercato.

Chino's Vegetable Shop

Chino’s Farms - Vegetable Stand
6123 Calzada Sel Bosque, Del Mar 92014
858-756-3184

Near Fairbanks Ranch, California, United States
About 564 days ago, 11/10/18
Sharer's comments : Fennel spotted at Chino's Vegetable Shop.

Little Italy Mercato

Anthony - Maciel Farms
1-760-521-0643

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 564 days ago, 11/10/18
Sharer's comments : Fennel spotted at Little Italy Mercato.

Little Italy Mercato

Anthony - Maciel Farms
1-760-521-0643

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 585 days ago, 10/20/18
Sharer's comments : Fennel spotted at Little Italy Mercato.

Leucadia Farmer's Market

Anthony - Maciel Farms
1-760-521-0643

Near Encinitas, California, United States
About 605 days ago, 9/30/18
Sharer's comments : Fennel spotted at Leucadia Farmer's Market.

Scripps Ranch Farmer's Market

Joseph Balisteri D’Acuisto Farms
12203 Riesling Vourt, San Diego 92131
858-361-9426

Near Poway, California, United States
About 725 days ago, 6/02/18
Sharer's comments : Fennel spotted at Scripps Ranch Farmer's Market.