Fennel, Preludio - Organic 5lb

Wild Hope’s Preludio fennel is a clean, well-formed bulb with tight white layers. This variety is known for its balanced sweetness and refined anise note — present, but not overpowering — making it especially versatile across both raw and cooked applications.

Grown with Wild Hope’s pasture-based system and careful soil management, the bulbs come in crisp, hydrated, and uniform, with minimal fibrous core. The texture stays snappy when raw and turns silky when cooked, without losing structure.

Flavor & Texture

Lightly sweet with a clean anise (licorice) finish

Crisp and juicy raw

Soft, almost buttery when cooked

Fronds carry a fresh, herbal fennel note

For the Kitchen

Raw: Shave thin for salads, crudo, or citrus pairings

Roasted: Caramelizes and softens, bringing out sweetness

Braised: Turns tender while holding its shape

Grilled: Light char adds depth without losing balance

Whole use: Bulb, stalk, and fronds all usable

Preludio fennel is straightforward and precise — a refined expression of fennel that works cleanly across a range of techniques without dominating a dish.