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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
Parsnips have a long taproot that can grow up to a foot in length and roughly three inches in diameter at the crown. Growing above ground, the plant’s foliage resembles large celery leaves and stems. The tapered root varies in skin color depending on variety, from a yellow-beige to a brighter white. A Parsnip’s flesh is always a creamy white. Parsnips have smooth skin with a sweet, nutty flavor and fine grained flesh.
Seasons/Availability
Available year-round, Parsnips have a peak season in winter.
Current Facts
Parsnips are botanically known as Pastinaca sativa, and are part of the Apiaceae family. The long, pale roots are closely related to carrots, parsley and dill. Parsnips have become a common garden crop in cold-climate regions because the root needs a longer growing period to develop its sweet flavor. There are three commercial varieties of Parsnip root, All American, Hollow Crown Improved and Harris Model, all of which are fairly common in taste and appearance.
Nutritional Value
Parsnips are a good source of folate, potassium and vitamin C. They also contain fiber, which is beneficial for digestion.
Applications
Parsnips, like carrots, may be used in sweet or savory preparations because of their high natural sugar content. Cook diced Parsnips in milk and sugar until tender, then puree, strain and freeze into ice cream. Boil cooked Parsnips until tender, then mash with butter and cream and blue cheese. Saute sliced Parsnips with onions, tomatoes, and vegetable stock, then blend into soup. Thinly slice Parsnip root, fennel and celery root, then toss with a lemon vinaigrette. Store Parsnip root as you would carrots, cool and dry for up to two weeks.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Parsnips were once more popular in Europe than either carrots or potatoes. A staple in kitchens throughout Europe, Parsnips were often eaten during the Christian tradition of Lent, and were considered a good substitute for meat during times of fasting.
Geography/History
Parsnips are native to the eastern Mediterranean region and were cultivated from the wild. The taproot pre-dated potatoes by one hundred years and was quite popular in most households throughout Europe. Colonists traveling to the New World introduced Parsnips to the Americas in 1609. Though popular during the winter in North America, Parsnips are more widely consumed in northern and Eastern Europe and western Asia.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Bivouac Ciderworks | San Diego CA | 816-809-5193 |
| Miguel Angel Mendoza | Maestros Ensenada, | 646-127-0277 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Chateau Lake San Marcos | San Marcos CA | 760-471-0083 |
| The Wild Thyme Company | San Diego CA | 858-527-0226 |
| Pacific Coast Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-794-4632 |
| La Costa Glen North | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1436 |
| Spoutable | San Diego CA | 619-743-7491 |
| Silver Gate Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 619-888-1214 |
| Nate's Garden Grill | San Diego CA | 619-607-0117 |
| Homestead Solana Beach | Solana Beach CA | 858-209-0149 |
| Leroy's Kitchen & Lounge | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| La Costa Resort & Spa Vue | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-7063 |
| Brockton Villa Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-454-7393 |
| Brigantine Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-4166 |
| Jake's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-2002 |
| Brigantine Pt Loma | San Diego CA | 619-224-2871 |
| Civico 1845 | San Diego CA | 619-300-4810 |
| San Diego Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 619-758-6334 |
| Viejas Casino Locale | Alpine CA | 702-401-0455 |
| PFC Fitness Camp | Carlsbad CA | 888-488-8936 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Hotel La Jolla & CUSP | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0261 |
| Vineyard Gourmet Catering | Temecula CA | 951-858-1585 |
| Brigantine Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1166 |
| Toast Catering | san diego CA | 858-208-9422 |
| Tom Hams Light House | San Diego CA | 619-291-9110 |
| Brigantine La Mesa | La Mesa CA | 619-465-1935 |
| Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse | Alpine CA | 800-295-3172 |
| San Diego Culinary Institute Inc. | La Mesa CA | 619-644-2100 |
| The Crossings | Carlsbad CA | 760-444-1800 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Decoy Dockside Restaurant | San Marcos CA | 760-653-3230 |
| Peak Fitness Meals San Diego | San Diego CA | 303-912-7440 |
| Tiger Tiger | San Diego CA | 619-764-5475 |
| Surf Side Cuisine | San Diego CA | 619-507-0891 |
| Solterra Winery + Kitchen | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2970 |
| Chateau La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-459-4451 |
| Ramada Hotel North and Conference Center | San Diego CA | 858-278-0800 |
| Kettner Exchange | San Diego CA | 312-415-5455 |
| AToN Center Inc. | Encinitas CA | 858-759-5017 |
| The Patio on Lamont | San Diego CA | 619-235-5606 |
| Tartine | Coronado CA | 619-435-4323 |
| Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
| The Smoking Goat | San Diego CA | 858-232-4220 |
| Rustic Root (5th & J) | San Diego | 619-232-1747 |
| Galaxy Taco | La Jolla CA | 858-228-5655 |
| The Patio Marketplace | San Diego CA | 858-270-9900 |
| Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-381-8289 |
| Campfire | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| JRDN Bar | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
| Firefly Beach | San Diego CA | 619-222-6440 |
| Plan 9 Alehouse | Escondido CA | 760-489-8817 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad - 7 Mile | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| The Compass | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-1900 |
| The Patio on Goldfinch (Mission Hills) | San Diego CA | 619-501-5090 |
| Fourpenny House | La Mesa CA | 619-606-2028 |
| Eco Caters Organics | San Diego CA | 619-997-8792 |
| Feast on This Culinary & Event Production | San Diego CA | 858-597-0740 |
| The Bellows | San Marcos CA | 619-395-6325 |
| Dolce Pane & Vino | Del Mar CA | 858-832-1518 |
| Brigantine Poway | Poway CA | 858-486-3066 |
| InterContinental San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Stake Chophouse & Bar | Coronado CA | 619-522-0077 |
| US Grant Hotel Grill | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Backyard Kitchen & Tap | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Cucina Sorella | San Diego CA | 619-281-4014 |
| Cutwater Spirits | San Diego CA | 619-672-3848 |
| Pendry SD (Lion Fish) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Saint Mark Golf and Resort, LLC | San Marcos CA | 858-273-8440 |
| Town & Country Terrace Cafe & Market | San Diego CA | 619-291-7131 |
| La Costa Resort & Spa Main Kitchen | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-7063 |
| Barbarella La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-7373 |
| Monteferante Foods | San Marcos CA | 310-740-0194 |
| Waypoint Public | San Diego CA | 619-255-8778 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (20/20) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Jack Monaco Creative Consulting | San Diego CA | 619-318-2633 |
| Brigantine Escondido | Escondido CA | 760-743-4718 |
| JSIX American restaurant & Bar | San Diego CA | 619-531-8744 |
| Provecho Grill | Sun City CA | 951-246-3200 |
| Bistro du Marche by Tapenade | La Jolla CA | 858-551-7500 |
| Kairoa Brewing Company | San Diego CA | 858-735-0051 |
| Town & Country Banquet | San Diego CA | 8002219730 |
| Deckmans en el Mogor | Ensanada Baja | 646-188-3960 |
| Bali Hai Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-222-1181 |
| Ballast Point Restaurant - Miramar | San Diego CA | 858-790-6900 |
| The Cork and Craft | San Diego CA | 858-618-2463 |
| The Honeybee Baking | San Diego CA | 619-727-7637 |
| Luce | San Diego CA | 619-275-2094 |
| Pacific Regent La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-597-8008 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-543-2764 |
| Addison Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-350-7600 |
| Zeca Trading Co. | San Diego CA | 619-410-1576 |
| Lucky Bolt | San Diego CA | 917-969-9500 |
| UCSD Faculty Club | La Jolla CA | 858-246-2638 |
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| Yoann Taboyan, Personal Chef | San Diego CA | 347-277-1958 |
| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
| Mr A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| Little Lion | San Diego CA | 619-519-4079 |
| Fairmont Grand Del Mar | San Diego CA | 858-314-1975 |
| Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District | El Cajon CA | 619-644-7585 |
| Miho Gastrotruck | San Diego CA | 619-867-4295 |
| Fernside | San Diego CA | 619-398-5156 |
| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Fireside by The Patio | San Diego CA | 858-270-9900 |
| The Wooden Spoon | Escondido CA | 760-445-2816 |
| The Miller's Table | Oceanside CA | 310-694-4091 |
| Mille Fleurs | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-3085 |
| The Farm Golf Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-5585 |
| JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
| Pete's Premade Paleo | San Diego CA | 770-359-8274 |
| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| The Land & Water Company | Carlsbad CA | 760-729-5263 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| Culinary Concepts | San Diego CA | 858-530-1885 |
| Comercializadora de Especialdides | Ensenada Baja California | 646-128-7028 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| St. Paul's Plaza | Chula Vista CA | 619-239-6900 |
| Jeune Et Jolie | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| The Flavor Chef (Catering) | Vista CA | 619-295-3172 |
| The Corner Drafthouse | San Diego CA | 619-255-2631 |
| InterContinental Banquet Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
| Parakeet Cafe- Little Italy | San Diego CA | 6192970235 |
| Glenbrook Health Center | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-657-6473 |
| Urban Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-239-2222 |
| Bleu Boheme | San Diego CA | 619-255-4167 |
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Sprouts Farmers Market
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 11 days ago, 3/12/19 Spotter's comments : fresh 
Virginia Park Farmer's Market
Weiser Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United Stateshttp://www.weiserfamilyfarms.com About 77 days ago, 1/05/19 Spotter's comments : Parsnips spotted at Virginia Park Farmer's Market. 
Whole Foods Market
Whole Foods Market - Interbay
Near Seattle, Washington, United States2001 15th Avenue W, Seattle 98119 206-352-5440 About 294 days ago, 6/02/18 Spotter's comments : Parsnips spotted at Whole Foods Market. Organic Local Parsnips are an excellent substitute for carrots or right along side them on your dinner plate :) Trader Joe's Near La Grange, Illinois, United States About 352 days ago, 4/05/18 
Whole Foods Market
Whole Foods Market - Interbay
Near Seattle, Washington, United States2001 15th Avenue W, Seattle 98119 206-352-5440 About 391 days ago, 2/25/18 Spotter's comments : Parsnips spotted at Whole Foods Market. Local Organic Parsnips can be cooked like carrots and served with just about anything :) 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Sarah Weiser
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesWeiser Family Farms 19247 Highline Road, Tehachapi 93561 909-697-0807 About 444 days ago, 1/03/18 Spotter's comments : Parsnips spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. Dillons Near Wichita, Kansas, United States About 464 days ago, 12/14/17 First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op Near Corvallis, Oregon, United States About 495 days ago, 11/13/17 Spotter's comments : Parsnips spotted at First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op. 
Little Italy Mercato
Mike - JR Organics
Near San Diego, California, United States1-760-330-6812 About 497 days ago, 11/11/17 Spotter's comments : Parsnips spotted at Little Italy Mercato. Very good quality. 
Queen Anne Farmers Market
Metropolitan Market
Near Seattle, Washington, United States100 Mercer St, Seattle 98109 206-213-0778 About 527 days ago, 10/12/17 Spotter's comments : Parsnips spotted at Queen Anne Farmers Market. Perfect diced or sliced in a winter stew! First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op Near Corvallis, Oregon, United States About 537 days ago, 10/02/17 Spotter's comments : Parsnips spotted at First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op. |
