Always buy local. Our globe-variety artichokes come from the Pezzini family in Castroville. These ‘chokes are guaranteed to be the freshest artichokes around and are quite meaty.
As with any good fruit or vegetable, they should feel heavy for their size. Light airy artichokes have less meat and are usually old.
Check for freshness by giving the artichoke a gentle squeeze; they should squeak.
Artichoke leaves should be tight and not too open.
The stem should have a fresh cut on it. Older artichokes will have a dark brown stem.
For storage, refrigerate (unwashed) in a plastic bag with a paper towel to absorb moisture for up to 5 days.
Robbie Sigona is our produce buyer. He works with local farmers and scours the market for the very best in fresh fruits and vegetables – some you won’t find anywhere else.
It's melon mania time at Sigona's! The best cantaloupe of the season is now available from Turlock. They're grown by the Smith family who have grown melons for more than 100 years. They're fourth generation farmers and they know how to grow the best!
These are picked full slip, meaning they come off the vine naturally when they're perfectly ripe, flavorful and sweet. These have a very thin rind so it's almost all fruit!
This week only, July 2 - 8th, 2025, you can get one for free with your coupon when you spend $30+ in our markets. Visit blog.sigonas.com to find the coupon and we'll see you in the store!
Visit us in Redwood City and Palo Alto, California. Check out www.sigonas.com for more info and to shop from some of our outstanding products, such as dried fruits & nuts, marinara, olive oil, balsamics and more.
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