Radicchio’s slightly spicy bite – its bright, bitter note – makes it pair deliciously with many other flavor components. There are five categories of foods that make radicchio perform brilliantly – mellowing its bitter character to “just right.” These pairings or flavor-layering techniques …

Ideas & Inspiration • Crown a bed of shredded romaine with a wedge of radicchio; ladle a generous portion of creamy blue cheese dressing over and garnish with chopped scallions and a grind of black pepper. Serve with a knife and fork. • Toss radicchio …