How to choose the best:
Broccoli Rabe

AKA: RAPINI

Touch

What we’re looking for are rapini with tight florets and small, pencil-thin stems.

See

Look for darkly colored florets toward the top, and avoid any yellowing leaves or flowers.

Smell

Avoid any stalks with a strong or unpleasant smell.

Some more details:

How to store

Rapini does best in a humid environment, so try wrapping in a moist cloth or paper towel before storing in a plastic bag.

When it's in season

Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec.