Taste This: Belgian Endive Grown in California Feeling in the dark about Belgian endive? Read on to learn about this mysterious vegetable. By Carmelo Sigona Belgian endive became popular American party fare in the 50s. Back then, it was shipped in from Belgium and was very expensive; the well-to-doers would often come by my uncle’s [...]

Robbie Sigona’s Produce Tips: Belgian Endive Choose endive that has crisp, white and yellow leaves. To preserve flavor, avoid heads that have green leaves or leaves that are browning. Endive will have green and unpleasantly bitter leaves when exposed to too much light. Store endive in a cool, dark area. Wrap in a paper towel [...]

In the Kitchen with Sigona’s Featuring Belgian Endive Whether served raw, braised or sautéed, the slightly bitter Belgian endive adapts well in many dishes. Toss is in a leaf lettuce salad, use as scoops for veggie dip or simply stuff with a mix of ingredients and serve as a “boat.” The possibilities are endless! Salad [...]