{"product_id":"chicory-seeds-chiavaru","title":"Chicory Seeds, Chiavari","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eCichorium intybus\u003c\/em\u003e). A true gem for both the garden and the kitchen. Chiavari chicory is a hardworking heirloom with deep roots, literally and culturally. The leaves are some of the sweetest we’ve ever tasted, with a soft, dandelion-like flavor and almost no bitterness. Toss them in a fresh salad or sauté them with garlic and olive oil -- they’re as easy to use as they are rewarding. But their roots truly set Chiavari apart. Native to the coastal hills of Chiavari, a charming town in Italy’s Liguria region, this variety has long held a special place in local cooking. Around Christmastime, it’s traditionally simmered and served with olive oil, vinegar, and a pinch of salt, perfect for soaking up rich holiday sauces. Roast the roots like parsnips and they turn sweet, earthy, and deeply flavorful. Take it a step further by roasting them until crisp, grinding them, and brewing a rich, dark cup. It’s a smooth, caffeine-free coffee substitute that’s stood the test of time. You can even blend it with your morning brew for a deeper, more grounded flavor. Sow seeds in early summer for a fall harvest, spacing them 8 to 12 inches apart. Whether you’re after tender greens or digging for roots, Chiavari brings a piece of Ligurian tradition to your garden and something truly special to the table.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511922589982,"sku":"RC116","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/chicory_chiavari.jpg?v=1782408381","url":"https:\/\/www.rareseeds.sbs\/products\/chicory-seeds-chiavaru","provider":"RareSeeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}