Chives Memo
A personal record on growing, cooking, and understanding chives — the herb, the plant, the kitchen staple.
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A Brief History of Chives on the Human Table
Chives have been eaten for thousands of years, yet they remain one of the least-documented herbs in culinary history. Here's what we know.
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The Botany of Chives: A Plant With More Varieties Than You Think
Chives belong to one of the most botanically complex genera in the plant kingdom. Here's what science says about the plant on your windowsill.
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Chives vs. Green Onions vs. Scallions: What's Actually the Difference?
They're all long, green, and vaguely onion-flavored — but they're not interchangeable. Here's how to tell them apart and when to use each one.
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Cooking with Chives: Beyond the Baked Potato
Most North American cooks reach for chives in exactly one situation. Here's how to use them in a dozen more.
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How to Grow Chives at Home (And Keep Them Coming Back Every Year)
Chives are one of the easiest herbs to grow, and once established, they'll return faithfully every spring without you lifting a finger.