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Ramps
The wild ramp, AKA wild leek, botanical name Allium tricoccum, is a flowering perennial plant that grows in clusters. It is a member of the Allium family along with onions and leeks
Calamondin Limes
The Calamondin lime is a cross between a sour, loose skinned mandarin and a kumquat, therefore technically making it an orangequat.
Salanova Lettuces
Salanova® lettuce is a full-sized variety developed for the baby lettuce market. Botanically these varieties are scientifically known as Lactuca sativa.
Description/Taste
Three characteristics set the Maui onion apart from other yellow onions: They lack the sulfur that gives most other onions their sharp taste and tear-producing odor. Their flesh also has a high sugar and high moisture content. This combination makes Maui onions exceptionally sweet and succulent, crisp and mild when perfectly ripe.
Seasons/Availability
Maui onions have a peak season from early April through June but they are available year-round.
Current Facts
Maui onions, botanical name are a short day Yellow Granex variety of Sweet onions. There are several varieties of Sweet onions, all of which were selected and cultivated beginning in the 20th Century. Other varieties, besides Maui onions include Vidalia, Carzilia, Sunbrero and Texas 1015 Super Sweet.
Applications
Maui onions are ubiquitously known as a true raw-eating onion but they can also be cooked utilizing their sweetness in a variety of methods for soups, slow roasting stews, braising meats, grilling fish and simply sauteing. Eugenol is the dominant volatile compound in onions; its presence leads the way for a myriad of complementary ingredients. The penetrating aromatics of onions pair well with woody, warm and sugary foods such as barley, hazelnuts, coffee, grilled beef, cinnamon, cloves, rosemary, Thai basil, potatoes, ginger, vanilla, toasted coconut, maple syrup and pineapple. Maui onions will keep, cool and dry, for up to a month.
Geography/History
Maui onion's sweetness cannot be duplicated if not grown in the red volcanic earth of the upland slopes of Mt. Haleakala, where they were originally cultivated. They are sown on the late fall and harvested in early Spring. They need only about nine hours of sunlight which is best suited to warmer climates and mild winters. The mild winters of Maui make them one of the first Spring varieties to appear. Maui onions are hand harvested and field-cured. Although the Maui onion was first cultivated in Maui, it was selected from parent onions from the state of Texas.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Blue Water Seafood Market and Grill | San Diego CA | 619-497-0914 |
| The Wild Thyme Company | San Diego CA | 858-527-0226 |
| Campfire | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| Oliver & Rose | San Diego CA | 619-300-3395 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Brigantine Corp | San Diego CA | 858 926 9644 |
| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
| Jake's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-2002 |
| Pacific Coast Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-794-4632 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Maui Onions. One
is easiest, three is harder.Recently Spotted
People have spotted Maui Onions using the Specialty Produce app for iPhone and Android.
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Foodland Farms
Near Lahaina, Hawaii, United StatesAbout 48 days ago, 10/01/18 Spotter's comments : Maui Onions spotted at Foodland Farms. 
Brentwood Farmers' Market
Near Sawtelle, California, United StatesAbout 162 days ago, 6/10/18 Spotter's comments : Maui Onions spotted at Brentwood Farmers' Market. Super sweet and delicious. 
Vista Farmers Market
Hamlow Ranches
Near Vista, California, United StatesPO Box 898, Denair 95316 About 184 days ago, 5/19/18 Spotter's comments : Maui Onions spotted at Vista Farmers Market. 209-664-1447 
Vista Farmers Market
Smith Farms
Near Vista, California, United StatesOrange County CA About 317 days ago, 1/06/18 Spotter's comments : Maui Onions spotted at Vista Farmers Market. 
Vista Farmers Market
Near Vista, California, United StatesAbout 429 days ago, 9/16/17 Spotter's comments : Maui Onions spotted at Vista Farmers Market. Very nice and locally grown .ownly 
Vista Farmers Market
Hamlow Ranches
Near Vista, California, United StatesPO Box 898, Denair 95316 209-664-1447 About 562 days ago, 5/06/17 Spotter's comments : Maui Onions spotted at Vista Farmers Market. |
