Day: May 2, 2023

Grilled Artichokes with Greek Lemon Vinaigrette 

Greek-style Grilled Artichokes

Artichoke Lore: Artichokes are one of the most ancient and beloved vegetables in the Eastern Mediterranean, and Greeks have been eating them forever, or at least since discovering and embracing their ancestor, the wild cardoon. There are several artichoke varieties grown in Greece, mostly in the Peloponnese and Crete. Try serving this with a bowl […]

8 Artichoke Recipes from the Greek Kitchen

Artichokes in Greek recipes and Greek cooking are important.

Now that we’re fully into spring, I’m starting to spot new produce in farmers’ markets all over Athens. One of my favorites? Artichokes, a veritable star of the Mediterranean diet, and an ingredient that forms the backbone of many great plant-based recipes across Greece.

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