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Black Mission fig "fruit" has a tough peel (in this case, green giving way to deep purple), often cracking near the stem end upon ripeness, and exposing the pulp beneath. The soft creamy white interior contains a seed mass bound with jelly-like flesh. The edible seeds are numerous and generally hollow, unless pollinated. Pollinated seeds provide the characteristic nutty taste of dried figs.
Black figs are available in early spring through early winter. Beginning in winter, night temperatures drop causing a change in the fruit's texture and the fig is no longer at its best for culinary use. The interior of the fig becomes woody and dry, and the seeds begin to separate from the flesh.
Figs grow on the Ficus tree (Ficus carica), which is a member of the Mulberry family. There are almost two hundred cultivars of figs, thus they grow in a wide range of shapes, colors and textures. The common fig bears a first crop, called the breba crop, in the spring on last season's growth. The second crop is born in the fall on the new growth and is known as the main crop. Figs are botanically an inverted flower. Each fig is not a single fruit, but nearly fifteen hundred tiny fruits. Figs made their first commercial product appearance with the 1892 introduction of Fig Newtons® Cookies.
When Black Mission Figs are blended with savory ingredients, such as salt, cocoa and spices, figs can produce a “meaty” flavor that has a smoky, almost steak-like aroma and taste. Chop fresh figs and thyme, then fold into olive oil-based cake batter and bake. Whip blue cheese and heavy cream, the pipe into halved figs, top with toasted hazelnuts and serve as an appetizer. Saute roasted beets and quartered figs in honey and balsamic vinegar, then toss with arugula and serve as a salad. Top puff pastry dough with crumbled goat cheese, chopped or halved figs and sliced prosciutto, then bake into a tart. To store, lay figs on paper towels; cover with plastic; refrigerate no more than three days. Use ripe figs immediately.
Figs are one of the very first plants to be cultivated by humans. They have been documented throughout history as a food source for over 11,000 years. They were first cultivated in ancient Egypt though they are believed to be indigenous to western Asia. They still have a huge presence in northern Africa and throughout the eastern Mediterranean, specifically Greece and Turkey. They have been naturalized in the western Mediterranean and throughout temperate regions of the United States, primarily Southern California. The Black Mission Fig is native to the Balearic Islands, an archipelago of Spain in the western Mediterranean Sea. Spaniards brought the fig to America in 1520. The (California) Mission fig received its given name in honor of the missionary fathers - priests at Mission San Diego, who originally planted figs in California in 1769. In the late 1880s, fig orchards covered much of the area within the city limits of Fresno, the heart of the central San Joaquin Valley, the largest agricultural sector of California. Figs require full sun all day to ripen palatable fruits. Cold springs and cloudy summers can lead to a dismal fig season.
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Description/Taste
Black Mission fig "fruit" has a tough peel (in this case, green giving way to deep purple), often cracking near the stem end upon ripeness, and exposing the pulp beneath. The soft creamy white interior contains a seed mass bound with jelly-like flesh. The edible seeds are numerous and generally hollow, unless pollinated. Pollinated seeds provide the characteristic nutty taste of dried figs.
Seasons/Availability
Black figs are available in early spring through early winter. Beginning in winter, night temperatures drop causing a change in the fruit's texture and the fig is no longer at its best for culinary use. The interior of the fig becomes woody and dry, and the seeds begin to separate from the flesh.
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Figs grow on the Ficus tree (Ficus carica), which is a member of the Mulberry family. There are almost two hundred cultivars of figs, thus they grow in a wide range of shapes, colors and textures. The common fig bears a first crop, called the breba crop, in the spring on last season's growth. The second crop is born in the fall on the new growth and is known as the main crop. Figs are botanically an inverted flower. Each fig is not a single fruit, but nearly fifteen hundred tiny fruits. Figs made their first commercial product appearance with the 1892 introduction of Fig Newtons® Cookies.
Applications
When Black Mission Figs are blended with savory ingredients, such as salt, cocoa and spices, figs can produce a “meaty” flavor that has a smoky, almost steak-like aroma and taste. Chop fresh figs and thyme, then fold into olive oil-based cake batter and bake. Whip blue cheese and heavy cream, the pipe into halved figs, top with toasted hazelnuts and serve as an appetizer. Saute roasted beets and quartered figs in honey and balsamic vinegar, then toss with arugula and serve as a salad. Top puff pastry dough with crumbled goat cheese, chopped or halved figs and sliced prosciutto, then bake into a tart. To store, lay figs on paper towels; cover with plastic; refrigerate no more than three days. Use ripe figs immediately.
Geography/History
Figs are one of the very first plants to be cultivated by humans. They have been documented throughout history as a food source for over 11,000 years. They were first cultivated in ancient Egypt though they are believed to be indigenous to western Asia. They still have a huge presence in northern Africa and throughout the eastern Mediterranean, specifically Greece and Turkey. They have been naturalized in the western Mediterranean and throughout temperate regions of the United States, primarily Southern California. The Black Mission Fig is native to the Balearic Islands, an archipelago of Spain in the western Mediterranean Sea. Spaniards brought the fig to America in 1520. The (California) Mission fig received its given name in honor of the missionary fathers - priests at Mission San Diego, who originally planted figs in California in 1769. In the late 1880s, fig orchards covered much of the area within the city limits of Fresno, the heart of the central San Joaquin Valley, the largest agricultural sector of California. Figs require full sun all day to ripen palatable fruits. Cold springs and cloudy summers can lead to a dismal fig season.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Pali Wine Company | San Diego CA | 310-893-0038 |
| Maretalia Ristorante | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| Barbarella La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-7373 |
| InterContinental Vistal Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Et Voilà! French Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-209-7759 |
| Addison Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-350-7600 |
| InterContinental San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Beaumont's | San Diego CA | 858-459-0474 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| The Pearl Hotel | San Diego CA | 877-732-7573 |
| Bistro du Marche by Tapenade | La Jolla CA | 858-551-7500 |
| Chart House Restaurant Cardiff | Cardiff-by-the-Sea CA | 760-436-4044 |
| Parakeet cafe | La Jolla CA | 619-578-1040 |
| Bleu Boheme | San Diego CA | 619-255-4167 |
| Craft and Commerce (Sekscobra Inc.) | San Diego CA | 619-962-5935 |
| Urban Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-239-2222 |
| Wheat & Water | La Jolla CA | 858-291-8690 |
| Farmers Bottega | San Diego CA | 619-458-9929 |
| Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
| Pendry SD (Provisional) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Cucina Sorella | San Diego CA | 619-281-4014 |
| Ballast Point Restaurant - Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-298-2337 |
| Revolution Roasters | Oceanside CA | 760-330-6827 |
| Trust Restaurant | San Diego CA | 609-780-7572 |
| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
| US Grant Hotel Grill | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (20/20) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Wine Vault & Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-295-3939 |
| Mr A's Pastry | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| Noble Experiment | San Diego CA | 619-446-0002 |
| Solterra Winery + Kitchen | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2970 |
| Hotel Del Coronado 1500 Restaurant | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Buona Forchetta | San Diego CA | 619-381-4844 |
| Stake Chophouse & Bar | Coronado CA | 619-522-0077 |
| Campfire | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| US Grant Hotel Main | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Lola 55 Catering | San Diego CA | 619-727-9282 |
| Ironside Pastry Inc. | San Diego CA | 312-852-6308 |
| Eddie V's La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-459-5500 |
| The Pearl Hotel Bar | San Diego CA | 877-732-7573 |
| Biga | San Diego CA | 949-295-4377 |
| Mille Fleurs | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-3085 |
| Saiko Sushi-North Park | San Diego CA | 619-886-6656 |
| Saiko Sushi-Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-0868 |
| Brockton Villa Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-454-7393 |
| Covo La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-246-6721 |
| West Root | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 |
| Marriott Courtyard Nolen | San Diego CA | 619-544-1004 |
| Leroy's Kitchen & Lounge | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| The Shout House | San Diego CA | 619-231-6700 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Black Mission Figs. One
is easiest, three is harder.Recently Spotted
People have spotted Black Mission Figs using the Specialty Produce app for iPhone and Android.
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Brentwood Farmers' Market
Arnett Farms
Near Sawtelle, California, United StatesFresno, Ca About 98 days ago, 8/12/18 Spotter's comments : Black Mission Figs spotted at Brentwood Farmers' Market. 
Virginia Park Farmer's Market
Fresno Evergreen
Near Santa Monica, California, United States559-930-0815 About 148 days ago, 6/23/18 Spotter's comments : Black Mission Figs spotted at Virginia Park Farmer's Market. Early figs. Santa Monica Farmers Market
Jay & Linda Scott
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesScott Farms 39861 Road 68, Dinuba 93618 559-351-6203 About 459 days ago, 8/16/17 Spotter's comments : Black Mission Figs spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Steve Murray
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesBakersfield , 93307 661-330-0100 About 487 days ago, 7/19/17 Spotter's comments : Black Mission Figs spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Specialty Produce
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 512 days ago, 6/24/17 Spotter's comments : Black Mission Figs spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Specialty Produce
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 515 days ago, 6/21/17 Spotter's comments : Black Mission Figs spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Specialty Produce
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 515 days ago, 6/21/17 Spotter's comments : Black Mission Figs spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. 
Virginia Park Farmer's Market
Specialty Produce
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 526 days ago, 6/10/17 Spotter's comments : Black Mission Figs spotted at Virginia Park Farmer's Market. |
