The article discusses the prominence of artichokes as a significant crop in Monterey County, California, including the history of their cultivation since the 1920s. Although this year's Artichoke Festival was canceled due to financial difficulties, locals can still enjoy artichokes through farmstands and restaurants like Tarpy's Roadhouse. With two growing seasons, artichokes are featured on menus year-round, but quality control leads to seasonal menu adjustments in restaurants. The importance of artichokes to the local identity is underscored by their status as California's official vegetable since 2013.
"Grilled artichoke is normally on our menus, but they are seasonal, so if they're not at the quality we want to represent it, we take it off the menu."
"I could not handle the backlash if I took it off the menu permanently."
Collection
[
|
...
]