Radicchios
This can be a confusing category, with many different varieties and names. But here is a summary of the main types that we can supply. Pictures are courtesy of Torre d’Orlando - one of our suppliers via Milan market. Find more info on production and recipes here and here.
Tardivo
A high-end radicchio with its wonderful curled leaves. This is a late variety, available from around November to March.
Precoce
This variety arrives earlier than Tardivo. Available from around October to May.
Castelfranco
Possibly the most elegant of raddichios with its speckled leaves. Available from around September to May.
Tondo
Round radicchio is the most common variety and available all round. It is also grown in the UK. Available all year round.
Istriano
This is rare and a small production. Available around November to March.
Rosa
Very fashionable with chefs on account of its colour. Available around November to March.
Grumolo - red and green
There are various varieties of grumolo, which are smaller plants and picked young.