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Woodland Foods is the world’s largest importer of spices, beans, lentils, chilies, rice and more. Located in Gurnee, Illinois, Woodland Foods’ focus has been on unusual items. They are a great partner to Elegant Foods and have established their niche in locating specialty items from around the world. The Woodland D’Alessandro line of spices is impressive and used in many of our own Elegant Food bakery and pasta items.

Figs (Calimyrna)

Calimyrna Figs (Ficus Carica) are one of the best known varieties of figs. Figs come in two major categories, light and dark. The Calimyrna Figs are of the light variety. Figs are believed to have originated in Asia Minor. Figs are similar to... more
- 5 lb.
- Department: In the Pantry
Fine White Polenta
- 10 lb.
- Department: In the Pantry
Five Spice Powder

Five Spice Powder is a blend of traditional Oriental spices used in Chinese cooking. Five Spice Powder includes a blend of Star Anise, Fagara (Szechuan Peppercorn), Cassia (A.K.A. Cinnamon), Fennel and Clove. The blending of these spices offers... more
- 16 oz.
- Department: In the Pantry
Flageolet Beans

Flageolet (Phaseolus Vulgaris) beans are immature Kidney Beans that have been removed from the pod while very young. Flageolets are about 3/8 inch long, kidney shaped; pale, pastel green, pale ocher or white. Flageolet Beans are very tender,... more
- 10 lb. Special Order
- Department: In the Pantry
Flame Rasins
- 5 lb. Special Order
- Department: In the Pantry
Flax Seed (Brown)

Flax Seed has a mild nutty flavor and is often used simply sprinkled over hot dishes such as cooked cereal or stir-frys. The seed can also be sprouted and used in salads and sandwiches.
- 10 lb.
- Department: In the Pantry
Fonio Flour

Fonio is a tiny but nutrient dense ancient grain native to West Africa. Rich in protein and essential amino acids, Woodland Food's Fonio Flour is naturally gluten free and boasts a light, slightly nutty flavor. It can be used in a wide variety... more
- 10 lb. box Special Order
- Department: In the Pantry
Forest Blend Mushrooms

Forest Blend is an earthy, yet savory combination of Shiitake, Porcini, Oyster, Bolete, Wood Ear and Sliced Shiitake. A smaller amount of Dried is needed in recipes since the flavor is much more concentrated than fresh varieties. They can be... more
- 1 lb.
- Department: In the Pantry
Freekeh

Discover a new, old super-food. Freekeh is a 100 natural roasted grain from highly nutritious green wheat. An ancient food from 2300 BC, this Eastern Mediterranean protein-enriched super-food is high in fiber (up to four times the fiber of brown... more
- 10 lb.
- Department: In the Pantry
Freeze Dried Sweet Corn

Freeze Dried Sweet Corn is convenient & easy to use. Freeze Dried Sweet Corn has all of the sweetness of fresh early spring ears of corn. Add to recipes that call for frozen, fresh or canned corn.
- Special Order
- Department: In the Pantry
Fregola Sarda Couscous
- 8 lb.
- Department: In the Pantry
Fregola Sarda Small Couscous
- 8 lb. bag Special Order
- Department: In the Pantry
French Navy Beans

The Navy Bean (Phaseolus Vulgaris) is related to the Kidney Bean and the most widely known bean in the white bean family. This bean is a small oval shaped bean about 3/8 inch long and white. Navy Beans have a mild flavor and mealy texture. The... more
- 10 lb.
- Department: In the Pantry
Fruit Blend
- 5 lb. box Special Order
- Department: In the Pantry
Garam Masala

Garam Masala is a classical spice blend from the Indian subcontinent. The word Masala means Spice Blend and these are the flavorings for the various curries from India. Masala blends differ from region to region and even between individuals. ... more
- 14 oz.
- Department: In the Pantry