A globe artichoke is the edible flower bud of the artichoke plant, which belongs to the thistle family, and is the most ...

Globe artichokes should have tightly packed, firm heads with no brown patches on the outer layers. Young globe artichoke buds can be cooked and eaten whole. Later, they still make a delicious ...

Ancient Egyptians viewed the artichokes as a symbol of fertility and sacrifice. It is one of the oldest cultivated vegetables and used for its medicinal properties for over 3,000 years.

Golden spears of deep-fried artichoke, perfect for dipping in aïoli. This recipe is based on carciofi alla giudia, a classic ...

Globe artichokes make a delicious starter simply boiled whole and served with melted butter, mayonnaise, hollandaise or vinaigrette for dipping the leaves. Break off each leaf and draw the soft ...

Store artichokes loosely wrapped in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for a week or two. They’re prone to mold, so make sure ...