A. Elephant garlic (Allium ampeloprasum) looks like a giant garlic clove but, in fact, is not a true garlic but more closely related to a leek. The title refers to the size of the clove. It is a hardy ...

The softball-sized bulbs of elephant garlic come as a surprise to those who don’t know about this leek relative. Instead of growing a solid bulb like a leek, the plants form a bulb that looks like ...

Who doesn’t love garlic? The humble root vegetable packs a major punch of flavor, spice, and depth to just about any savory dish. So, it’s no wonder home cooks and gardeners are also showing interest ...

The member of the leek family is entering peak season Elephant garlic appeals to a broad range of tastes, including folks who don't care for common garlic. This may be because elephant garlic is ...

Q. A friend recently gave me several heads of elephant garlic from their garden. I’m wondering if it is too late to plant these or should I just plan on using them all in the kitchen? -D. Sutton, ...

This week's look at what's new, bountiful or mysterious in the produce aisles. The following is a true story: One night a group of twenty-somethings went out for tapas and drinks. A certain reveler, ...