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Fennel

Inventory, 12 ct : 108.67
This item was last sold on : 08/06/20

• 154 Featured Restaurants

• 31 Recipe Ideas

• 32 Sharess

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.

Smoking Gun	San Diego CA	619-276-6700
Vista Valley	Vista CA	760-758-2800
Shore Rider	La Jolla CA	858-412-5308
Ballast Point Restaurant - Little Italy	San Diego CA	619-298-2337
Urban Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-239-2222
Candor	La Jolla CA	858-581-2205
Larsen's Steakhouse - La Jolla	San Diego CA	310-407-9937
Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse	Alpine CA	800-295-3172
Sbicca	Del Mar CA	858-481-1001
The Switchboard Restaurant and Bar	Oceanside CA	760-807-7446
Beaumont's	San Diego CA	858-459-0474
UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla	San Diego CA	858-657-6473
Royal Polaris Sportfishing	San Diego CA	619-226-8030
Ocean Beach Surf Lodge	San Diego CA	619-308-6500
Craft and Commerce (Sekscobra Inc.)	San Diego CA	619-962-5935
Rovino The Foodery	San Diego CA	619-972-6286
Orens Fine Foods	San Diego CA	510-910-2298
Leroy's Kitchen & Lounge	Coronado CA	619-522-6890
Communal Coffee	San Diego CA	619-920-7887
Ciccia Osteria	San Diego CA	619-674-4069

the other 134...

Rancho Valencia	Del Mar CA	858-756-1123
Cape Rey Carlsbad, a Hilton Resort	Carlsbad CA	760-602-0800
The Rose	San Diego CA	619-281-0718
Fishery	San Diego CA	858-272-9985
Hotel Del Coronado Serea Restaurant	Coronado CA	619-435-6611
Craft House	San Diego CA	619-948-4458
Cal A Vie	Vista CA	760-945-2055
Under Belly-Uptown	San Diego CA	619-269-4626
Pacific Regent La Jolla	San Diego CA	858-597-8008
The Bier Garden	Encinitas CA	760-632-2437
The Corner Drafthouse	San Diego CA	619-255-2631
Dolce Pane & Vino	Del Mar CA	858-832-1518
Galaxy Taco	La Jolla CA	858-228-5655
Miho Gastrotruck	San Diego CA	619-867-4295
Madison	San Diego CA	619-822-3465
Zeca Trading Co.	San Diego CA	619-410-1576
Wine Vault & Bistro	San Diego CA	619-295-3939
Born & Raised	San Diego CA	619-550-5412
Catania La Jolla	La Jolla CA	619-295-3173
Huntress	San Diego CA	619-955-5750
Tom Hams Light House	San Diego CA	619-291-9110
Cutwater Spirits	San Diego CA	619-672-3848
Cucina Enoteca	Del Mar CA	619-239-2222
Third Corner Encinitas	Encinitas CA	619-417-9251
Knotty Barrel- Rancho	San Diego CA	858-484-8758
The Roxy Encinitas	Encinitas CA	760-230-2899
Barleymash	San Diego CA	619-276-6700 x304
Toast Cafe	San Diego CA	858-925-7552
Shogun Sportfishing	San Diego CA	619-226-8030
Zel's Del Mar	Del Mar CA	858-755-0076
Siamo Napoli	San Diego CA	619-300-4810
One Door North	San Diego CA	858-232-4220
J & Tonys	San Diego CA	855-634-7664
Home & Away - Old Town	San Diego CA	619-886-1358
Chateau Lake San Marcos	San Marcos CA	760-471-0083
San Diego Yacht Club	San Diego CA	619-758-6334
Solterra Winery + Kitchen	Encinitas CA	760-230-2970
Well Fed	San Diego CA	619-948-9983
Tribute Pizza	San Diego CA	858-220-0030
InterContinental Vistal Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-501-9400
Bistro du Marche by Tapenade	La Jolla CA	858-551-7500
Georges at the Cove	San Diego CA	858-454-4244
Fort Oak	San Diego CA	619-795-6901
C 2 C	San Diego CA	619-972-9345
International Smoke Del Mar	San Diego CA	702-683-7590
Mary Frese	Coronado CA	619-435-5425
Donna Jean	San Diego CA	619-392-0052
Herb & Sea	Encinitas CA	858-587-6601
Brockton Villa Restaurant	San Diego CA	858-454-7393
La Costa Glen South	Carlsbad CA	760-704-1000
Trust Restaurant	San Diego CA	609-780-7572
The Flavor Chef (Catering)	Vista CA	619-295-3172
Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-759-6063
Eve-Creations Wellness	Encinitas CA	760-230-2560
Mesa College	San Diego CA	619-388-2240
The Compass	Carlsbad CA	760-434-1900
Now Sushi	San Diego CA	480-429-6666
Il Dandy	San Diego CA	609-373-5917
Kappa Sushi	San Diego CA	858-566-3388
The Glen at Scripps Ranch	San Diego CA	858-444-8500
Casino Inn Bar & Grill	Alpine CA	619-445-9581
Island Prime	San Diego CA	619-298-6802
Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen	Oceanside CA	619-990-0158
Brigantine La Mesa	La Mesa CA	619-465-1935
Pamplemousse Grill	Solana Beach CA	858-792-9090
Searcher	San Diego CA	619-226-2403
La Costa Glen North	Carlsbad CA	760-704-1436
The Shores	La Jolla CA	858-459-8271
Third Corner Ocean Beach	San Diego CA	619-223-2700
Raki Raki (Little Italy)	San Diego CA	858-302-6405
Top of the Market	San Diego CA	619-234-4867
Paradise Point Resort Tidal	San Diego CA	858-490-6363
Catamaran	San Diego CA	858-488-1081
Juniper & Ivy	San Diego CA	858-481-3666
The Farm Golf Club	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-756-5585
Bleu Boheme	San Diego CA	619-255-4167
Cardellino	San Diego CA	619-722-3398
Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill	San Diego CA	858-453-4420
Fairmont Grand Del Mar	San Diego CA	858-314-1975
JRDN Restaurant	San Diego CA	858-270-5736
Terra Restaurant	San Diego CA	619-293-7088
Hotel Del Coronado Banquets	Coronado CA	619-435-6611
Addison Del Mar	Del Mar CA	858-350-7600
Firefly Beach	San Diego CA	619-222-6440
Caffe Calabria Coffee Roasting Company	San Diego CA	619-683-7787
La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club	San Diego CA	858-454-7126
Farmers Bottega	San Diego CA	619-458-9929
Jeune Et Jolie	Carlsbad CA	858-231-0862
The Pearl Hotel	San Diego CA	877-732-7573
Fernside	San Diego CA	619-398-5156
The Smoking Goat	San Diego CA	858-232-4220
Pete's Premade Paleo	San Diego CA	770-359-8274
UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest	San Diego CA	619-543-2764
Marriott Coronado	Coronado CA	619-435-3000 x6335
Union Kitchen & Tap (Encinitas)	Encinitas CA	760-230-2337
Viewpoint Brewing Co.	Del Mar CA	858-205-9835
10 Barrel Brewing Co.	San Diego CA	619-886-2743
Cucina Sorella	San Diego CA	619-281-4014
Gravity Heights Restaurant and Brewery	San Diego CA	858-551-5105
Busy Bee Cook For Me	San Diego CA	858-405-5372
Blade 1936	Oceanside CA	760-231-1456
Shake and Muddle	Chula Vista CA	619-816-5429
Hotel Del Coronado Store Room	Coronado CA	619-435-6611
Mille Fleurs	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-756-3085
Eve Oceanside	Oceanside CA	760-231-1052
Mangia Mangia	Valley Center CA	619-295-3172
Town & Country Cold Prep	San Diego CA	619-291-7131
The Heart and Trotter	San Diego CA	619-564-8976
Reata Glen	Mission Viejo CA	949-545-2250
Gaslamp Union Kitchen & Tap	San Diego CA	619-795-9463
insideOUT	San Diego CA	619-793-9221
RoVino Rotisserie + Wine	San Diego CA	619-972-6286
Lodge at Torrey Pines Main	San Diego CA	858-453-4420
WOM San Diego Foodservice	Oceanside CA	619-203-7401
My Yard Live	San Marcos CA	619-339-1686
Shoreside Support Boat	San Diego CA	704-277-7929
Lauberge Del Mar	Del Mar CA	858-259-1515
The Cork and Craft	San Diego CA	858-618-2463
The Original 40 Brewing	San Diego CA	619-206-4725
Coast Catering	Escondido CA	619-295-3173
Truluck's Seafood Steak and Crab House	San Diego CA	858-453-2583
Beeside Balcony	Del Mar CA	858-880-8105
Bahia Resort Hotel	San Diego CA	858-488-0551
Pendry SD (Provisional)	San Diego CA	619-738-7000
Et Voilà! French Bistro	San Diego CA	619-209-7759
Seasoned Catering and Events	San Diego CA	619-246-4909
Vi At La Jolla Village	San Diego CA	858-646-7700
Iron Pig Alehouse	San Diego CA	619-885-3718
Waters Catering	San Diego CA	619-276-8803 x4
Shakespeare's Corner Shoppe & Afternoon Tea	San Diego CA	619-683-2748
The Miller's Table	Oceanside CA	310-694-4091
Seasalt	Del Mar CA	858-755-7100
University Club	San Diego CA	619-234-5200
Herb & Wood	San Diego CA	619-955-8495

Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include Fennel. One

is easiest, three is harder.

Served From Scratch		Fennel Frond Pesto
Steamy Kitchen		Stephanie Izard's Steamed Mussel and Fenel Escabeche
Kitchen Sanctuary		Fennel and Apple Winter Salad with Grana Padoano
La Tavola Marche		Fennel and Peach Salad
Hunter Angler Gardener Cook		Pickled Fennel Agrodolce
With Food and Love		Fennel + Delicata Squash Soup
Simply Whisked		Fennel Apple Salad with Walnuts and Arugula
Sweet Peas and Saffron		Apple, Fennel, Brussels Sprouts Slaw
Getty Stewart		Orange Fennel Salad
Gutsy by Nature		Baked Fennel and Potatoes

the other 21...

Feasting at Home		Creamy Celeriac Fennel Soup
Spoon Fork Bacon		Grilled Fennel Tarts
Jumbo Empanadas		Wild Mushroom and Fennel Risotto
The First Mess		Leek, Fennel, Apple & Walnut Soup with Turmeric
What's for Lunch Honey?		Caramelized Fennel, Radicchio, Pears and Goat Cheese Pizza
Green Kitchen Stories		Green Breakfast Bowl
She Loves Biscotti		Grilled Chicken with Fennel and Apricots
Foodie Crush		Citrus Fennel and Avocado Salad
A Saucy Kitchen		Sausage, Fennel, & Pepper Roast
Sprinkles and Sprouts		Roasted Fennel with Parmesan and Chives
Two Spoons		Fennel, Haloumi and Olive Salad with Roast Potatoes
Nyssa's Kitchen		Creamy Potato and Parsley Soup
The View from Great Island		Roasted Winter Vegetable Soup
The Wednesday Chef		Quinoa Salad with Shiitakes and Fennel
Lara Ferroni		Fennel Blossom Soup
Sprinkles and Sprouts		Pasta with Roasted Fennel and Lemon
Farmhouse Kitchen		Roasted Fennel Soup
Honestly Yum		Rhubarb, Fennel & Vermouth Cocktail
Local Kitchen		Candied Fennel Stalks + Fennel Frond Salt
Soni's Food		Roasted Curried Fennel
Sweet Phi		Gorgonzola Stuffed Fennel

Recently Shared

People have shared Fennel using the Specialty Produce app for iPhone and Android.

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Bellingham Farmer's Market

Cabrera Farm
16470 SR 20 Mount Vernon WA

Near Bellingham, Washington, United States
About 21 days ago, 7/18/20
Sharer's comments : Been using sautéed fennel with my seafood dishes, in my mussel broth - yum!

Issaquah Farmers Market

Carnation Farms
28901 NE Carnation Farm Road Carnation WA 98014
425-844-3100

https://www.carnationfarms.org

Near NW Sammamish Rd & 11th Ave NW, Washington, United States
About 28 days ago, 7/11/20
Sharer's comments : Fennel is a delight with a little sausage on my pizza!

Santa Monica Farmers Market

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

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 73 days 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 101 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 130 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 143 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 202 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 202 days ago, 1/18/20

I Formaggi Al Mercato Centrale Near Florence, Tuscany, Italy
About 298 days ago, 10/15/19

Leucadia farmers market

Divine Harvest Farm
661-525-2870

Near Encinitas, California, United States
About 349 days ago, 8/25/19

Corvallis Farmers' Market Near Corvallis, Oregon, United States
About 364 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 371 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 382 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 382 days ago, 7/22/19

Nugget Market

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

Near Novato, California, United States
About 382 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 391 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 392 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 407 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 411 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 412 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 413 days ago, 6/21/19

Star Fresh IKE
Central Market of Athens L-13
00302104814843

Near Athens, Attiki, Greece
About 422 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 452 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 464 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 473 days ago, 4/23/19
Sharer's comments : Fennel 💚

La Mesa Farmer Market Near La Mesa, California, United States
About 511 days ago, 3/15/19

Kroger Truce pkwy Near Nesbit, Mississippi, United States
About 547 days ago, 2/07/19

Little Italy Mercato

Anthony - Maciel Farms
1-760-521-0643

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 616 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 636 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 637 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 658 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 677 days ago, 9/30/18
Sharer's comments : Fennel spotted at Leucadia Farmer's Market.