2 pieces
Truly an herb of the world, fennel adds faint hints of licorice and anise to a variety of cuisines. The edible bulb is made of overlapping layers, like cabbage, with a harder core to slice out. Julienne and add to a slaw; sauté and add to tomato fennel soup; combine with rice or pasta or serve over baked fish.
Castroville, CA
Ocean Mist Farms' family farming roots took hold nearly 100 years ago when Daniel Pieri and cousins Amerigo and Angelo Del Chiaros launched the California Artichoke & Vegetable Growers Corporation in 1924. Together, they leased land south of Castroville and soon Alfred Tottino, a local vegetable grower, joined the three men in their new business venture. Today, Ocean Mist continues to farm artichokes year-round in three ideal California growing regions: Castroville, Oxnard and Coachella – plus Baja, California. Each area is known for fertile ground and productive microclimates. In addition to artichokes, they grow a full line of premium, fresh vegetables year-round.
Wrap the bulb in either plastic or a damp towel and store in the crisper drawer of the fridge. It will keep for up to a week, but use it as soon as possible for optimal flavor.