Celebrating Walla Walla Sweet Onions: a Culinary Tradition

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The City of Walla Walla has officially proclaimed July as Walla Walla Sweet Onion Month! And, we’re ready to celebrate this sweet regional treasure.

The Walla Walla Sweet Onion Harvest Is in Full Swing

While it’s a short but sweet season, the City of Walla Walla is recognizing the much-beloved bulb that has put the region on the culinary map, the Walla Walla Sweet Onion.

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With a population of about 45,000, Walla Walla and its surrounding area is known as an “oasis in the desert.” According to the website Sweetonions.org:

Walla Walla is Home of the longest continually operating symphony west of the Mississippi, 3 colleges, wineries, and local restaurants. Sunset magazine referred to Walla Walla as a small town foodie haven. However we are most proud to be the the home of the Washington State Vegetable, the Walla Walla Sweet Onion!

Local Restaurants Are Serving Walla Walla Sweet Onion Inspired Dishes

Throughout the month, you’re invited to explore the phenomenal flavor of Walla Walla Sweets at various restaurants in town, including:

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• Fiasco – Caramelized Walla Walla Sweet Onions and thyme with a garlic white sauce pizza

• Saffron Mediterranean Kitchen – Bacon Sweetie- O (Bacon & Walla Walla Sweet Onion Flatbread)

• The Green Lantern – Walla Walla Sweet Onion Rings and The Rodeo burger made with Walla Walla Sweet Onion Rings

• The Kitchen at Abeja – Copper River Salmon, Cherry-Walla Walla Sweet Onion Chutney

For more information, visit: sweetonions.org.