**Origin**
Grown in Italy, where tardivo chicory is cultivated using traditional methods to develop its distinctive shape, crisp texture, and balanced bittersweet flavour.
**Why We Stock It**
Italian Tardivo chicory is prized for its elegant, curling leaves, deep red colouring, and refined taste. A favourite in Italian cuisine, it brings both visual appeal and complexity to seasonal dishes.
**Best Used For**
Enjoying raw in salads, grilling or roasting to mellow its bitterness, adding to risottos, or pairing with walnuts, blue cheese, citrus, and balsamic vinegar.
**Storage**
Store in the refrigerator and use within a few days to maintain its crisp texture and freshness.
**Care**
Rinse thoroughly before use and trim the base if required. Suitable for both raw and cooked preparations.
