The Castroville Artichoke Food and Wine Festival kicks off today, celebrating the humble artichoke. Although the edible flower is mainly grown right in Monterey County, some living just minutes ...

FOR DECADES, IT'S BEEN A SUMMER STAPLE ON THE CENTRAL COAST. THIS YEAR, OFFICIALS ANNOUNCED THAT THE ARTICHOKE FESTIVAL IS OFFICIALLY OFF THE TABLE FOR GOOD. "UNFORTUNATELY, WE'VE BEEN STRUGGLING ...

After 65 years, the Artichoke Festival has been permanently canceled due to rising costs. The festival, a celebration of Monterey County's artichoke harvest, faced increasing financial strain from ...