National Artichoke Heart Day

National Artichoke Heart Day celebrates the tender center of the artichoke and the many ways it can add flavor to a meal. Observed annually on March 16, the day encourages people to enjoy artichoke hearts and learn more about the vegetable, whether fresh or canned. The holiday’s available history does not identify a founder or explain why March 16 was chosen.

The artichoke is a thorny perennial plant native to Southern Europe, around the Mediterranean. For a personal take on the observance, one 2013 food blog post described using halved artichoke hearts as a base for tapenade, hummus, or grilled shrimp. That post also recalled an artichoke-heart appetizer first enjoyed in 1987.

How to Observe National Artichoke Heart Day

Celebrate by enjoying fresh or canned artichoke hearts in a favorite dish, or use the day to try something new. The holiday’s suggested preparations include grilling artichoke hearts, making an artichoke salad or dressing, and preparing roasted artichoke hearts with potatoes and carrots. Share your creation with friends or family and compare your favorite ways to enjoy this flavorful ingredient.

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