The Chioggia Beet is an Italian Heirloom beet with white and purple to pink to red rings of alternating color. They have a a sweet peppery flavor and are smooth and mild tasting. They are beautiful in a salad. Try roasting them and then using them in a salad with Feta. They say they won't bleed if you roast or bake it whole, then slice it crosswise to show off the rings of color. Try Roasted Beet Salad with Candy Cane or Baby Beets. Use them raw for best color contrast.