Also commonly known as globe artichokes, they are a historic crop and a member of the thistle family. They are thought of as ...

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 ...

Artichokes should be planted from September to November and ready to harvest in 20-28 weeks. Photo / Richard Robinson Visit France, and when in season, you will see globe artichokes in all ...

Is the globe artichoke a flower or a vegetable? It can be both. The immature bud of this relative of the thistle is considered a sensuous vegetable. To enjoy, simmer the trimmed bud in boiling ...

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 ...