Radicchio Semilungo

The Semilungo (semi-long) variety has been grown in Veneto since the late 1700s, although its commercial farming only started at the beginning of the 20th century.

Grown in central Veneto, where the plain fields are fertile and rich in water, it is harvested in autumn and winter when the heads are still closed up.

This variety is spherical in shape and has round leaves with a wide and prominent white main vein, bright red in colour and with even edges.

Crunchy and slightly bitter to the taste, it can be eaten both raw and cooked to create mouth-watering starters, main dishes, puddings and even desserts!