Plotnik's Trophy

It has rained so much this year that only now have the Sweet 100 and Sun Gold tomatoes gone in the pot. Fortunately, the arugula, sorrel and kale have been thriving with the wet weather and the snow peas have already climbed to the top of their wire enclosure and will soon string themselves up to the wooden extension behind.


Then, there are artichokes. Do they bear fruit? Yes indeed, weevil-infested, small, pointy, tasteless little rocks. Does Plotnik even like artichokes? Oh, hell no, not since Little Italy closed (ummm, baked artichoke slathered in bread crumbs). These days, if it's about consuming butter, Plot prefers apple pie.


Many men seek Trophy Wives. The Great Plotnik keeps a Trophy Vegetable. It's all about looks.