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Radicchio
Radicchio is a cross between Belgian chicory and radicchio rosso, recognised by its deep red leaves. It has a spicy, bitter flavour and adds a delicious crunchy kick to salads.
Smart
tips
Presenting alongside leaf lettuces
Place the radicchio next to other complementary leafy vegetables to inspire customers with a variety of culinary uses.
Limit exposure to light
Make sure radicchio is exposed to as little light as possible to prevent greening and maintain quality.
Present alongside similar varieties
Place the radicchio alongside Belgian chicory and radicchio rosso to boost sales.
When is it
available?
- Abundantly available
- Available
- Limited available
- Unavailable
- Feb: Abundantly available
- Mar: Abundantly available
- Apr: Available
- May: Available
- Jun: Limited available
- Jul: Limited available
- Aug: Limited available
- Sep: Available
- Oct: Abundantly available
- Nov: Abundantly available
- Dec: Abundantly available
- Jan: Abundantly available
Growing Method
Growing radicchio is a true craft! This reddish-purple leafy vegetable from the chicory family is mainly grown in open fields. Sowing takes place in spring, and the plants develop throughout the summer into compact heads with white veins and a slightly bitter taste. Depending on the variety and growing method, the heads are harvested in late summer or autumn. Some types, like those from the Treviso region, undergo an additional forcing stage in water after harvest to further refine their flavour and texture. This is how radicchio, with care and craftsmanship, makes its way from the field to your plate!
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