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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.
SalanovaĀ® Lettuces
SalanovaĀ® lettuce is a full-sized variety developed for the baby lettuce market. Botanically these varieties are scientifically known as Lactuca sativa.
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.
| Seasalt | Del Mar CA | 858-755-7100 |
| Beaumont's | San Diego CA | 858-459-0474 |
| The Bier Garden | Encinitas CA | 760-632-2437 |
| Saiko Sushi-North Park | San Diego CA | 619-886-6656 |
| Union Kitchen & Tap (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2337 |
| Personal Chef for Seniors | San Diego CA | 619-905-9449 |
| The Pearl Hotel | San Diego CA | 877-732-7573 |
| Miho Gastrotruck | San Diego CA | 619-867-4295 |
| RoVino Rotisserie + Wine | San Diego CA | 619-972-6286 |
| Bahia Resort Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-488-0551 |
| The Glen at Scripps Ranch | San Diego CA | 858-444-8500 |
| Well Fed | San Diego CA | 619-948-9983 |
| Home and Away Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 619-886-1358 |
| Mille Fleurs | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-3085 |
| Galaxy Taco | La Jolla CA | 858-228-5655 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Parakeet Cafe Del Mar | San Diego CA | 619-297-0235 |
| Eve Oceanside | Oceanside CA | 760-231-1052 |
| Zeca Trading Co. | San Diego CA | 619-410-1576 |
| Parakeet Cafe- Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-297-0235 |
| The Smoking Goat | San Diego CA | 858-232-4220 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| Candor | La Jolla CA | 858-581-2205 |
| Reata Glen | Mission Viejo CA | 949-545-2250 |
| Gravity Heights Restaurant and Brewery | San Diego CA | 858-551-5105 |
| Brockton Villa Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-454-7393 |
| J & Tonys | San Diego CA | 855-634-7664 |
| Mesa College | San Diego CA | 619-388-2240 |
| Bencotto Italian Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-450-4786 |
| C 2 C | San Diego CA | 619-972-9345 |
| Blade 1936 | Oceanside CA | 760-231-1456 |
| Raki Raki (Little Italy) | San Diego CA | 858-302-6405 |
| Mr A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| Bleu Boheme | San Diego CA | 619-255-4167 |
| Donna Jean | San Diego CA | 619-392-0052 |
| InterContinental San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Beeside Balcony | Del Mar CA | 858-880-8105 |
| Iron Pig Alehouse | San Diego CA | 619-885-3718 |
| Farmers Table (Clairemont) | San Diego CA | 619-501-0789 |
| Dija Mara | Oceanside CA | 760-231-5376 |
| Born & Raised | San Diego CA | 619-550-5412 |
| Cape Rey Carlsbad, a Hilton Resort | Carlsbad CA | 760-602-0800 |
| Pendry SD (Lion Fish) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Barleymash | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
| Pacific Cafe & Catering (Medical Cntr Dr.) | La Jolla CA | 858-699-4129 |
| La Costa Glen North | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1436 |
| The Miller's Table | Oceanside CA | 310-694-4091 |
| Fishery | San Diego CA | 858-272-9985 |
| Viewpoint Brewing Co. | Del Mar CA | 858-205-9835 |
| Busy Bee Cook For Me | San Diego CA | 858-405-5372 |
| Madison | San Diego CA | 619-822-3465 |
| Knotty Barrel- Rancho | San Diego CA | 858-484-8758 |
| Under Belly-Uptown | San Diego CA | 619-269-4626 |
| insideOUT | San Diego CA | 619-793-9221 |
| Town & Country San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-291-7131 |
| Harney Sushi Old Town | San Diego CA | 619-295-3272 |
| Cardellino | San Diego CA | 619-722-3398 |
| Smoking Gun | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 |
| Jack Monaco Creative Consulting | San Diego CA | 619-318-2633 |
| Third Corner Ocean Beach | San Diego CA | 619-223-2700 |
| The Corner Drafthouse | San Diego CA | 619-255-2631 |
| Hotel La Jolla & CUSP | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0261 |
| Jake's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-2002 |
| Orens Fine Foods | San Diego CA | 510-910-2298 |
| Carte Hotel | San Diego CA | 504-554-1323 |
| Pendry SD (Provisional) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Pete's Premade Paleo | San Diego CA | 770-359-8274 |
| My Yard Live | San Marcos CA | 619-339-1686 |
| Parakeet Cafe La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 619-578-1040 |
| Landinis Pizzeria | San Diego CA | 619-238-3502 |
| Born & Raised (Bar) | San Diego CA | 619-550-5412 |
| Home & Away - Old Town | San Diego CA | 619-886-1358 |
| Shoreside Support Boat | San Diego CA | 704-277-7929 |
| Fernside | San Diego CA | 619-398-5156 |
| Town & Country Cold Prep | San Diego CA | 619-291-7131 |
| Tender Greens-Broadway | San Diego CA | 619-807-1394 |
| 10 Barrel Brewing Co. | San Diego CA | 619-886-2743 |
| Morgan Run Resort and Club | Rancho Sante Fe CA | 858-756-2471 |
| Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse | Alpine CA | 800-295-3172 |
| Eve-Creations Wellness | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2560 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-543-2764 |
| Ciccia Osteria | San Diego CA | 619-674-4069 |
| Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen | Oceanside CA | 619-990-0158 |
| Bistro du Marche by Tapenade | La Jolla CA | 858-551-7500 |
| Rovino The Foodery | San Diego CA | 619-972-6286 |
| Belmont Park Entertainment | San Diego CA | 858-228-9283 |
| Pacific Regent La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-597-8008 |
| Leroy's Kitchen & Lounge | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Ballast Point Restaurant - Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-298-2337 |
| Tom Hams Light House | San Diego CA | 619-291-9110 |
| Cucina Enoteca | Del Mar CA | 619-239-2222 |
| Herb & Sea | Encinitas CA | 858-587-6601 |
| Kappa Sushi | San Diego CA | 858-566-3388 |
| Shore Rider | La Jolla CA | 858-412-5308 |
| Paradise Point Resort Tidal | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Craft House | San Diego CA | 619-948-4458 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Cutwater Spirits | San Diego CA | 619-672-3848 |
| Cucina Sorella | San Diego CA | 619-281-4014 |
| La Costa Glen South | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| Tribute Pizza | San Diego CA | 858-220-0030 |
| Zafferano Catering | Lakeside CA | 619-496-9325 |
| Bernardo Heights Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-487-4022 |
| Jeune Et Jolie | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| Monello | San Diego CA | 619-501-0030 |
| The Compass | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-1900 |
| Miho Gastrotruck Delivery | San Diego CA | 619-867-4295 |
| Farmers Bottega | San Diego CA | 619-458-9929 |
| Eclipse Chocolate | San Diego CA | 619-578-2984 |
| Ron Oliver | ||
| Farmers Table | La Mesa CA | 619-724-6465 |
| InterContinental Vistal Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Nolita Hall | San Diego CA | 619-618-8820 |
| Third Corner Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 619-417-9251 |
| Monteferante Foods | Vista CA | 310-740-0194 |
| BFD-Big Front Door | San Diego CA | 619-255-4100 |
| Ocean Beach Surf Lodge | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Waters Catering | San Diego CA | 619-276-8803 x4 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Serea Restaurant | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| The Roxy Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2899 |
| Estancia Adobe | San Diego CA | 858-550-1000 |
| Hotel Republic San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-398-3100 |
| Little Lion | San Diego CA | 619-519-4079 |
| Farmers Table (Little Italy) | San Diego CA | 619-501-0789 |
| Campfire | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| One Door North | San Diego CA | 858-232-4220 |
| Trust Restaurant | San Diego CA | 609-780-7572 |
| Searcher | San Diego CA | 619-226-2403 |
| JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
| Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
| Caffe Calabria Coffee Roasting Company | San Diego CA | 619-683-7787 |
| Vista Valley | Vista CA | 760-758-2800 |
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| Toast Cafe | San Diego CA | 858-925-7552 |
| Truluck's Seafood Steak and Crab House | San Diego CA | 858-453-2583 |
| Rubicon Deli India Street | San Diego CA | 619-200-4201 |
| The Rose | San Diego CA | 619-281-0718 |
| Catania La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Siamo Napoli | San Diego CA | 619-300-4810 |
| Rare Society | San Diego CA | 619-501-6404 |
| The Cork and Craft | San Diego CA | 858-618-2463 |
| Starlite Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-358-9766 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-657-6473 |
| Fort Oak | San Diego CA | 619-795-6901 |
| Shake and Muddle | Chula Vista CA | 619-816-5429 |
| Brigantine La Mesa | La Mesa CA | 619-465-1935 |
| The Original 40 Brewing | San Diego CA | 619-206-4725 |
| University Club | San Diego CA | 619-234-5200 |
| Vi At La Jolla Village | San Diego CA | 858-646-7700 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| San Diego Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 619-758-6334 |
| Larsen's Steakhouse - La Jolla | San Diego CA | 310-407-9937 |
| The Shores | La Jolla CA | 858-459-8271 |
| Island Palms Blue Wave Hotel & Marina | San Diego CA | 619-222-0561 |
| Solterra Winery + Kitchen | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2970 |
| The Flavor Chef (Catering) | Vista CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Shogun Sportfishing | San Diego CA | 619-226-8030 |
| Juniper & Ivy | San Diego CA | 858-481-3666 |
| Zel's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-0076 |
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Santa Monica Farmers Market
Tutti Frutti Organic Farm
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesLompac, CA 805-737-7127 About 38 days ago, 5/27/20 Sharer's comments : Big Bulbs of Fennel available from Tutti Frutti Farms 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 66 days ago, 4/29/20 
Specialty Produce
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock st. San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 95 days ago, 3/31/20 Sharer's comments : Fresh fennel .. 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Gloria Tamai Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesOxnard,CA 1-805-240-6306 About 108 days ago, 3/18/20 Sharer's comments : Great Veggies at the market! 
Natural Grocers
Natural Grocers - Williams Field Road
Near Gilbert, Arizona, United States1625 E Williams Field Road Gilbert AZ 85295 480-917-9000 https://www.naturalgrocers.com About 167 days ago, 1/19/20 
Winco Foods
Near Sun City West, Arizona, United StatesAbout 168 days ago, 1/18/20 
I Formaggi Al Mercato Centrale
Near Florence, Tuscany, ItalyAbout 263 days ago, 10/15/19 
Leucadia farmers market
Divine Harvest Farm
Near Encinitas, California, United States661-525-2870 About 314 days ago, 8/25/19 
Corvallis Farmers' Market
Near Corvallis, Oregon, United StatesAbout 329 days ago, 8/10/19 
Nob Hill Foods
Near Napa, California, United StatesAbout 337 days ago, 8/02/19 Sharer's comments : Organics 
Woodlands
Woodlands Market
Near Belvedere Tiburon, California, United States1550 Tiburon Blvd Tiburon CA 84920 415-435-2822 About 348 days ago, 7/22/19 
Mollie Stone's Markets
Mollie Stoneās Markets
Near Sausalito, California, United States100 Harbor Drive Sausalito CA 94965 415-331-6900 About 348 days ago, 7/22/19 
Nugget Market
Nugget Markets
Near Novato, California, United States470 Ignacio Blvd Novato CA 94949 415-883-4600 About 348 days ago, 7/22/19 
Noriega Produce Market
Noriega Produce
Near Daly City, California, United States3821 Noriega Street San Francisco CA 94122 415-564-0370 About 357 days ago, 7/13/19 
Falletti Foods
Falletti Foods
Near San Francisco, California, United States308 Broderick Street San Francisco CA 94117 415-626-4400 About 358 days ago, 7/12/19 
Bob's Market
Bobs Market
Near Santa Monica, California, United States1650 Ocean Park Blvd Santa Monica CA 90405 310-452-2493 About 372 days ago, 6/28/19 
Pavilions
Pavilions - Balboa Blvd
Near Newport Beach, California, United States3100 W. Balboa Blvd. Newport Beach CA 92663 949-675-2395 About 377 days ago, 6/23/19 
Beverly Hills Market & Deli
Beverly Hills Market & Deli
Near Beverly Hills, California, United States303 N Cresent Drive Beverly Hills CA 90210 310-657-3663 About 377 days ago, 6/23/19 
Irvine Ranch Market
Irvine Ranch Market
Near Irvine-Mesa, California, United States2651 Irvine Ave. Costa Mesa CA 92627 949-631-4404 About 379 days ago, 6/21/19 
Star Fresh IKE
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral Market of Athens L-13 00302104814843 About 387 days ago, 6/13/19 Sharer's comments : Fennel š± 
Central market of Athens - Greece š¬š·
Central Markets & Fisheries Organization S.A. / Farmers Market
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceTzon Kennenti, Agios Ioannis Rentis https://www.okaa.gr/ About 417 days ago, 5/14/19 Sharer's comments : Fennel from Italy š®š¹ 
Central Markets & Fisheries Organization S.A. / Farmers Market
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceTzon Kennenti, Agios Ioannis Rentis https://www.okaa.gr/ About 429 days ago, 5/02/19 Sharer's comments : Fennel from Italy š®š¹ 
Central Markets & Fisheries Organization S.A. / Farmers Market
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceTzon Kennenti, Agios Ioannis Rentis https://www.okaa.gr/ About 438 days ago, 4/23/19 Sharer's comments : Fennel š 
La Mesa Farmer Market
Near La Mesa, California, United StatesAbout 477 days ago, 3/15/19 Kroger Truce pkwy Near Nesbit, Mississippi, United States About 513 days ago, 2/07/19 
Little Italy Mercato
Anthony - Maciel Farms
Near San Diego, California, United States1-760-521-0643 About 581 days ago, 12/01/18 Sharer's comments : Fennel spotted at Little Italy Mercato. 
Chino's Vegetable Shop
Chinoās Farms - Vegetable Stand
Near Fairbanks Ranch, California, United States6123 Calzada Sel Bosque, Del Mar 92014 858-756-3184 About 602 days ago, 11/10/18 Sharer's comments : Fennel spotted at Chino's Vegetable Shop. 
Little Italy Mercato
Anthony - Maciel Farms
Near San Diego, California, United States1-760-521-0643 About 602 days ago, 11/10/18 Sharer's comments : Fennel spotted at Little Italy Mercato. 
Little Italy Mercato
Anthony - Maciel Farms
Near San Diego, California, United States1-760-521-0643 About 623 days ago, 10/20/18 Sharer's comments : Fennel spotted at Little Italy Mercato. 
Leucadia Farmer's Market
Anthony - Maciel Farms
Near Encinitas, California, United States1-760-521-0643 About 643 days ago, 9/30/18 Sharer's comments : Fennel spotted at Leucadia Farmer's Market. |
