the little book of artichokes
fact
Globe artichokes have been grown and eaten in the Mediterranean for thousands of years. They are one of the oldest cultivated vegies in human history!
10 secrets of artichokes
1 they’re not a vegetable! Globe artichokes are technically the bud of a flowering plant from the thistle family.
2 the artichoke heart is just underneath the ‘choke’ – it’s the most tender part of the artichoke, and often the only part you’ll be served at restaurants.
3 look for that are tightly packed with crisp green or purple leaves with a slight bloom. They should feel heavy for their size, and ’squeak’ when gently squeezed.
