There are practically two classes of endive, the broad-leaved or Batavian variety, and the curly-leaved endive.    From Wordnik.com.  [The Art of Living in Australia ; together with three hundred Australian cookery recipes and accessory kitchen information by Mrs. H. Wicken] Reference

In addition to its use as a salad, the curly-leaved endive makes a particularly good garnish for grills, such as chops, steaks.    From Wordnik.com.  [The Art of Living in Australia] Reference

Some of the endives are curly-leaved, and when blanched are attractive to look upon; and surely there is no reason why we should not consider the side of beauty in vegetables.    From Wordnik.com.  [The Library of Work and Play: Gardening and Farming.] Reference

They planted lilies and geraniums over the little brothers, and edged the lonely, unmarked grave with a species of curly-leaved box common to that part of the country and which grew rapidly.    From Wordnik.com.  [Blue Aloes Stories of South Africa] Reference

It is true that the curly-leaved endive is at times to be obtained here, but it is extensively cultivated in England, as it is very crisp and tender, while it also possesses a piquancy which is greatly appreciated.    From Wordnik.com.  [The Art of Living in Australia ; together with three hundred Australian cookery recipes and accessory kitchen information by Mrs. H. Wicken] Reference

In addition to its use as a salad, the curly-leaved endive makes a particularly good garnish for grills, such as chops, steaks, &c.; and, by the way, Sir Henry Thompson, the eminent surgeon, remarks that the sauce PAR EXCELLENCE for grills is mushroom ketchup.    From Wordnik.com.  [The Art of Living in Australia ; together with three hundred Australian cookery recipes and accessory kitchen information by Mrs. H. Wicken] Reference

Batavian variety, and the curly-leaved endive.    From Wordnik.com.  [The Art of Living in Australia] Reference