Week of 2-06-12 to 2-11-12

PRIMO'S PICK OF THE WEEK !!!
Valentine’s Day, one of the busiest restaurant holidays of the year, is fast approaching! Let us suggest orchids! These stunning flowers are green-house grown in Hawaii and then shipped by air to ensure quality and freshness. Orchids make a great garnish and are reasonably priced. Make sure every plate has a vibrant Orchid on for Valentine's Day.

RECIPE OF THE WEEK
Garish Ideas for Orchids:
Cupcake toppers, drink garnishes, cake garnishes, table centerpieces, meat garnishes, fish garnishes, vegetable garnishes, fruit garnishes, ice cream toppers, and salad garnishes.

FUN FACTS OF THE WEEK
Surprisingly, orchids do offer nutrients. They are a good source of vitamin C and fiber.

LETTUCE
Markets steady. Overall, quality is much improved on arrivals over the last few weeks.

LEAF LETTUCE
Markets are adjusting down. Quality has improved greatly.

BROCCOLI
Warm weather has brought on supplies. Quality is very good, and cost is very reasonable.

CAULIFLOWER
Following broccoli, quality is great.

CARROTS
Carrots remain steady on price with good quality.

CELERY
The market is adjusting down as Yuma gets into full production. Quality is very good.

STRAWBERRIES
Market is adjusting down with plenty of berries this week, next week look for berries to tighten up a bit for v-day.

POTATOES
Idaho markets on cartons and #2 cartons have remained steady for the most part, rails have gotten a bit tight. Need 7 to 10 days to order a rail car.

ONIONS
Markets have remained steady for the most part, again rails are snug.

CITRUS
Markets on Lemons and Oranges are steady with excellent quality.

CUCUMBERS
Market on supers is up this week due to short supply of quality product.

PEPPERS
Markets are steady, quality has been good.

SQUASH
Markets are starting to loosen up, with a wide range on quality.

TOMATOES
Market is steady on all tomatoes. Excellent value. Quality has been outstanding.

NOTE:
Honeydews: Limited availability on honeydews. Very expensive.
Cantaloupe market has also reacted. Availability a little better than honeydews and cost is on the rise. Small fruit is a challenge, with 18’s and 23’s nearly impossible to find.