Late Radicchio Tardivo IGP
Late Radicchio Tardivo I.G.P. – The King of Winter
Late Radicchio Tardivo I.G.P. is one of Italy’s most prized winter vegetables, known for its elegant spear shape, deep ruby-red leaves, and crisp, sweet-bitter flavor. Available only from November through early spring, this radicchio is produced through a unique, centuries-old process protected by the I.G.P. designation.
After harvest, the radicchio heads are placed in flowing spring water for about 15 days. This triggers a natural regrowth that gives Tardivo its signature crunchy white ribs, vibrant color, and refined taste. Only radicchio that has endured at least two natural frosts qualifies for the I.G.P. seal.
Appearance & Flavor
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Long, spindle-shaped head with deep red leaves
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Prominent white central rib
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Crisp texture with a balanced sweet-bitter profile
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Less bitter and more delicate than Early Radicchio
Culinary Uses
Radicchio Tardivo is extremely versatile and delicious both raw and cooked.
Enjoy it:
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Grilled or pan-fried
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In risotto, pasta, and savory tarts
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In mixed salads
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With meats, fish, or as an elegant side dish
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Stir-fried, roasted, or used in fillings
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Even made into jams or jellies for gourmet desserts
A classic preparation is pan-fried Tardivo, simply sautéed with olive oil, salt, and optional garlic until gently wilted.
Nutritional Benefits
Rich in essential minerals and vitamins:
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Potassium, magnesium, zinc, calcium, iron
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Vitamins B, C, E, and K
How It’s Produced
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Grown in summer and transplanted into open fields
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Harvest begins after the first frosts in November
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Outer green leaves are manually removed
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Roots are trimmed and heads are washed in spring water
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Carefully packed to preserve freshness
This meticulous process gives Tardivo its unmistakable color, crunch, and refined flavor.
Storage
Keep refrigerated. Use within a few days for best quality.
Product Details
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Weight: 1 lb (454 g) – Approximate
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Ingredients: Radicchio
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Packaging: Plastic wrap
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Origin: Italy
Late Radicchio Tardivo IGP
Late Radicchio Tardivo I.G.P. – The King of Winter
Late Radicchio Tardivo I.G.P. is one of Italy’s most prized winter vegetables, known for its elegant spear shape, deep ruby-red leaves, and crisp, sweet-bitter flavor. Available only from November through early spring, this radicchio is produced through a unique, centuries-old process protected by the I.G.P. designation.
After harvest, the radicchio heads are placed in flowing spring water for about 15 days. This triggers a natural regrowth that gives Tardivo its signature crunchy white ribs, vibrant color, and refined taste. Only radicchio that has endured at least two natural frosts qualifies for the I.G.P. seal.
Appearance & Flavor
-
Long, spindle-shaped head with deep red leaves
-
Prominent white central rib
-
Crisp texture with a balanced sweet-bitter profile
-
Less bitter and more delicate than Early Radicchio
Culinary Uses
Radicchio Tardivo is extremely versatile and delicious both raw and cooked.
Enjoy it:
-
Grilled or pan-fried
-
In risotto, pasta, and savory tarts
-
In mixed salads
-
With meats, fish, or as an elegant side dish
-
Stir-fried, roasted, or used in fillings
-
Even made into jams or jellies for gourmet desserts
A classic preparation is pan-fried Tardivo, simply sautéed with olive oil, salt, and optional garlic until gently wilted.
Nutritional Benefits
Rich in essential minerals and vitamins:
-
Potassium, magnesium, zinc, calcium, iron
-
Vitamins B, C, E, and K
How It’s Produced
-
Grown in summer and transplanted into open fields
-
Harvest begins after the first frosts in November
-
Outer green leaves are manually removed
-
Roots are trimmed and heads are washed in spring water
-
Carefully packed to preserve freshness
This meticulous process gives Tardivo its unmistakable color, crunch, and refined flavor.
Storage
Keep refrigerated. Use within a few days for best quality.
Product Details
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Weight: 1 lb (454 g) – Approximate
-
Ingredients: Radicchio
-
Packaging: Plastic wrap
-
Origin: Italy
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Description
Late Radicchio Tardivo I.G.P. – The King of Winter
Late Radicchio Tardivo I.G.P. is one of Italy’s most prized winter vegetables, known for its elegant spear shape, deep ruby-red leaves, and crisp, sweet-bitter flavor. Available only from November through early spring, this radicchio is produced through a unique, centuries-old process protected by the I.G.P. designation.
After harvest, the radicchio heads are placed in flowing spring water for about 15 days. This triggers a natural regrowth that gives Tardivo its signature crunchy white ribs, vibrant color, and refined taste. Only radicchio that has endured at least two natural frosts qualifies for the I.G.P. seal.
Appearance & Flavor
-
Long, spindle-shaped head with deep red leaves
-
Prominent white central rib
-
Crisp texture with a balanced sweet-bitter profile
-
Less bitter and more delicate than Early Radicchio
Culinary Uses
Radicchio Tardivo is extremely versatile and delicious both raw and cooked.
Enjoy it:
-
Grilled or pan-fried
-
In risotto, pasta, and savory tarts
-
In mixed salads
-
With meats, fish, or as an elegant side dish
-
Stir-fried, roasted, or used in fillings
-
Even made into jams or jellies for gourmet desserts
A classic preparation is pan-fried Tardivo, simply sautéed with olive oil, salt, and optional garlic until gently wilted.
Nutritional Benefits
Rich in essential minerals and vitamins:
-
Potassium, magnesium, zinc, calcium, iron
-
Vitamins B, C, E, and K
How It’s Produced
-
Grown in summer and transplanted into open fields
-
Harvest begins after the first frosts in November
-
Outer green leaves are manually removed
-
Roots are trimmed and heads are washed in spring water
-
Carefully packed to preserve freshness
This meticulous process gives Tardivo its unmistakable color, crunch, and refined flavor.
Storage
Keep refrigerated. Use within a few days for best quality.
Product Details
-
Weight: 1 lb (454 g) – Approximate
-
Ingredients: Radicchio
-
Packaging: Plastic wrap
-
Origin: Italy
