The Art of Balance is the third album by American heavy metal band Shadows Fall, released on September 17, 2002. The album sold over 4,500 copies the week of its release, and debuted at position 15 on the Top Independent Albums chart.
Artichoke nutrition facts. Artichoke is one of the popular winter months edible flower bud of Mediterranean origin. Known as Ankinara in Greek, its use as a vegetable is well known to the ancient Greeks and Romans who advocated it for its medicinal and health benefiting qualities.
Artichokes are one of the most attractive vegetables. It is actually a large thistle and is a member of the sunflower family. It resembles a large flower bud on top of a slender stalk. Artichokes are generally available all year long but baby artichokes are most fresh this time of year. Artichokes are most often served steamed or in dips and other recipes, but grilling them adds a smoky dimension to their flavor. If you can get them, first-of-the-season baby artichokes will yield extra-tender results.