Red romaine lettuce found its way onto the tables of royalty for centuries. History records the presence of this vibrantly colored vegetable in the dining halls of Persian Kings as far back as 55 B.C.
Laraway Farm's bountiful---if somewhat less "royal"---gardens abound this summer with herbs, potatoes, garlic and all sorts of leafy greens simmering in the sunshine, waiting to be picked. Red romaine, with its mild flavor and vibrant hues, is a great addition to Laraway's table.
Kids and staff were out on a recent morning plucking lettuce from our fertile, organic soil. With a high germination rate and minimal pests, red romaine towers over iceberg lettuce with more than five times the Vitamin C. As kids learn to garden, they also get to feast on our Farm's best pickings in Laraway's cafeteria. It doesn't get much better---or healthier---than this!
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