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b_dub Apr 9, 2012 12:28 PM

Zucchini flowers?

I had zucchini flowers while on vacation in France and loved them, but I can't find them on this side of the pond. Any ideas??

  1. justinisthebest Apr 17, 2012 09:04 AM

    Are you looking to buy them fresh or eat them at a restaurant? I had them at 7Numbers Danforth a while back and they were excellent.

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      JennaBean Apr 10, 2012 02:11 PM

      Once they are in season harvest wagon always has a big box or two around.

      1. flying101 Apr 9, 2012 10:17 PM

        Michaelangelos at woodbine and hwy 7 had them about 2-3 weeks ago (most likely imported). They also where very expensive at $2-3 EACH.

        best bet is to wait till they are in season.

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          LexiFirefly Apr 9, 2012 03:41 PM

          SLM sometimes has them out of season if your despperate otherwise just wait. I've seen them there in winter months at the fruit stand in the north east corner!

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            Herne Apr 9, 2012 02:48 PM

            Befriending an Italian Grandmother should do the trick

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              OTFOODIE Apr 9, 2012 05:35 PM

              Just a few seeds in a couple of spots in your garden will produce plenty. Zucchini has to be about the easiest vegetable to grow.

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              RYP Apr 9, 2012 01:02 PM

              It's still a little early. When they're ready you'll be able to find them at the farmers' markets that have local producers (ie. Brickworks).

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                b_dub Apr 9, 2012 01:30 PM

                That's great. Any idea what time of year approx?

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                  Kagemusha Apr 9, 2012 01:45 PM

                  Totally weather-dependent but nothing will go into the ground for another month. Late June/early July probably.

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                    b_dub Apr 9, 2012 02:06 PM

                    Awesome. Thanks very much!

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