I think Europeans have been eating radishes for a long time...
"Raphanus sativus. Radish.
....Radish are eaten raw with bread in stead of other food... for the most
part, they are vsed in sauce with meates to procure appetite, and in that
sort they ingender blood lesse faulty, than eaten alone or with bread
onely..."

John Gerard's
Herball or General Historie of Plantes

1633

"Shelora" > wrote in message
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> Does anyone know if radishes are indigenous to Mexico? The annual
> radish carving festival that takes place in Oaxaca round Christmas
> time is some kind of wonderful. The radishes are gi-normous and
> perfect for carving as they must be awfully woody to eat.
> This special day is like a harvest festival, but was wondering if
> anyone knew the origins of the day or where this vegetables came from?
> I have seen radishes served as a salad side dish and is wonderful
> dipped in guacamole.
> Any help appreciated.
> Shelora