Artichokes

In the heart of Monterey County, the artichoke fields stretch for miles, our Ross Thomas gets a firsthand look. He visits family owned Pezzini Farms for a lesson in how to prepare a flavorful dish using this fiber-rich vegetable. Learn to make delicious fried baby artichokes at home.

That delicious thistle, the one with the tender heart, is at the center of this annual Central Coast celebration.