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Artichoke is Now California State Vegetable, No Joke!

Published on: October 09, 2013

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California Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom said recently that the artichoke is now the official state vegetable of California, a decision that was based on social media votes. California grows 100% of the U.S. artichoke crop, and of course, we celebrate the gourmet food with the Artichoke Festival each year in Castroville.  Other foods nominated for official state veggie status included almonds and avocados. Official California “things” include the state flower (poppy), state dance (Western Swing)…..read more>

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