{"product_id":"products-summer-italian-radicchio","title":"Summer Italian Radicchio Collection","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-width rte\" style=\"max-width: 850px; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummer Italian Radicchio \u0026amp; Chicory Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 5 lb Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e · \u003cstrong\u003eHarvested to Order • Ships Nationwide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRadicchio is usually treated as a cool-weather vegetable, but properly grown summer chicories offer an entirely different kind of eating experience. At Norwich Meadows Farm, we've spent years expanding our summer and fall plantings of these remarkable vegetables. Harvested young and shipped immediately after picking, our summer chicories are exceptionally crisp, vibrant, and beautifully balanced—perfect for warm-weather cooking and fresh seasonal salads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach collection includes a rotating assortment of Italy's finest chicories and radicchios. Depending on the week's harvest, your box may include \u003cstrong\u003eCastelfranco, Treviso, Sugarloaf, Puntarelle, Escarole, Frisée, Dandelion Greens\u003c\/strong\u003e, and other specialty Italian varieties grown on our farm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery variety offers something different—from buttery and delicate to pleasantly bitter and deeply complex. Together they create one of the most beautiful and versatile vegetable collections of the summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a fresh product for cooking and enjoying. We do not sell seeds or plants.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Collection May Include...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCastelfranco Radicchio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOften called the most beautiful radicchio in the world, Castelfranco features creamy yellow leaves delicately speckled with burgundy. Exceptionally mild, crisp, and slightly sweet, it's the perfect introduction to Italian chicories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreviso Radicchio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLong, elegant burgundy leaves with crisp white ribs. Outstanding raw, grilled, or lightly roasted, where its gentle bitterness transforms into remarkable sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSugarloaf Chicory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne of our favorite chicories. Despite its name, Sugarloaf isn't sweet like lettuce—but among chicories it is remarkably mild. Its dense, juicy leaves stay crisp even after dressing, making it exceptional for salads, sandwiches, grilling, or even a distinctive Caesar salad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePuntarelle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne of Rome's most celebrated vegetables, Puntarelle is prized for its crisp, hollow shoots and pleasantly bitter leaves. Traditionally served as \u003cem\u003eInsalata di Puntarelle\u003c\/em\u003e with anchovies, garlic, olive oil, and vinegar, it delivers an unmistakable crunch and refreshing flavor unlike any other chicory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEscarole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA classic Italian kitchen staple with broad, tender leaves and a pleasantly mild flavor. Wonderful raw in salads, sautéed with garlic and olive oil, or simmered into soups and beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrisée\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeautifully curled leaves with delicate bitterness and outstanding texture. A favorite of chefs for elegant salads and the classic French \u003cem\u003eSalade Lyonnaise\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDandelion Greens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBold, peppery greens treasured throughout southern Italy. Young summer dandelions are excellent raw and equally delicious quickly sautéed with garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Summer Radicchio?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSummer radicchio offers a completely different experience from its fall counterpart. Harvested young and incredibly fresh, the leaves are especially crisp and refreshing, with bitterness that feels bright rather than heavy. Instead of hearty winter dishes, summer chicories shine alongside tomatoes, peaches, nectarines, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/carosello-melons\"\u003eCarosello melons\u003c\/a\u003e, cucumbers, berries, basil, mint, fresh cheeses, grilled vegetables, and simple vinaigrettes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir natural bitterness acts like seasoning, balancing rich cheeses, grilled meats, ripe fruit, and olive oil while making every ingredient around them taste brighter and more vibrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom Salad Bowl to Grill\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItalian chicories are remarkably versatile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild colorful mixed salads with peaches, tomatoes, burrata, and toasted pistachios or walnuts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrill Treviso or Sugarloaf until lightly charred and finish with olive oil and Parmigiano Reggiano.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake a spectacular Caesar using crisp Sugarloaf instead of romaine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd Frisée to composed salads for texture and elegance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSauté Escarole or Dandelion Greens with garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnjoy Puntarelle the traditional Roman way with anchovies, garlic, olive oil, and vinegar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with citrus, beans, grilled fish, roasted chicken, or aged cheeses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHarvested for Flavor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike greens that spend days traveling through the supply chain, our chicories are harvested to order and shipped overnight directly from our farm. That freshness preserves the crisp texture, vibrant colors, and beautifully balanced flavor that make Italian chicories so extraordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummer salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoor entertaining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItalian cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestaurant-quality meals at home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChef-inspired cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeasonal vegetable lovers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone looking to explore Italy's remarkable family of chicories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Norwich Meadows Farm?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the past several years, we've steadily expanded both our summer and fall plantings of Italian chicories, allowing us to offer an unusually diverse selection throughout much of the growing season. Many of these heirloom varieties are rarely found outside of specialty markets or restaurant suppliers, and every head is harvested to order before being shipped overnight directly from our farm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're discovering radicchio for the first time or have been cooking with Italian chicories for years, this collection offers the opportunity to explore one of Italy's greatest vegetable traditions at peak freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSeasonal Availability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Summer Italian Radicchio \u0026amp; Chicory Collection reflects what's at its peak that week. As different varieties mature throughout the season, each shipment offers a slightly different combination—making every box a new culinary experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe ship all produce via \u003cstrong\u003eovernight delivery nationwide\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003ePlease select your preferred delivery date during checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder Deadlines:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Order by \u003cstrong\u003eFriday at 12 PM EST\u003c\/strong\u003e for Monday shipping.\u003cbr\u003e• Order by \u003cstrong\u003eMonday at 12 PM EST\u003c\/strong\u003e for Wednesday shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your selected shipping or delivery date falls on a holiday, your order will be shipped on the next available business day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Norwich Meadows Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52245483520301,"sku":"FRRACSUM-8","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/0592\/0813\/files\/ChatGPT_Image_Jul_17_2026_10_42_54_PM.png?v=1784342833","url":"https:\/\/norwichmeadowsfarm.com\/products\/products-summer-italian-radicchio","provider":"Norwich Meadows Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}