Chicory, also known as Belgian endive, is commonly used fresh in recipes. in Europe however it is more commonly used in cooked preparations. It can be grilled, braised, sautéed or added to soups. When raw individual leaves can be stuffed and served as a canapé. Raw leaves can also be chopped and added to salads. Braising in butter will mellow the bitter flavor of Red Belgian endive. Its flavor marries well with pears, apple, cranberry, fresh herb such as thyme, sage and basil, cream or butter based dressings and sauces, toasted pecans, pork, manchengo and pecorino cheeses.
Delivery service will be available soon – in the mean time you are welcome to visit our restaurant Zest at 30 Shalva Dadiani St.
Orders placed on the website will be delivered to you at the address specified by you within seven days from the order, at the desired time.
For orders less than 100 GEL, 10 GEL is added – transportation fee.
Above 100 GEL, order delivery is free.
Delivery in the suburbs of Tbilisi (Tabakhmela, Shindisi, Tsavkisi, Kojori, Kiketi, Tskneti, Betania, Akhaldaba and other connected areas) costs 25 GEL.
The leaves will keep up to one week when wrapped in paper towels to absorb excess moisture and stored in the crisper drawer of the refrigerator. It is also important to store the lettuce away from fruits such as bananas, apples, and pears as they release a natural gas which causes the lettuce to wilt.