How glorious are alliums? In just about every world cuisine, onions and their allium brethren—which includes garlic, chives, scallions, leeks, and shallots—form the foundation of myriad savory dishes.

I adore shallots. These little alliums give a beguiling oniony-garlicky flavor and fragrance to all sorts of dishes. I use them raw in salad dressings, caramelize them until they melt for topping ...

Edible alliums are a wonderful category of plants, which include garlic, onions, shallots, leeks, ramps, and chives — ...

While shallots and red onions may look the same, these two alliums bring distinct characteristics and flavors to the table. Bunches of red onion with scallions [Image Credit: Ian Panelo] When it comes ...

In the culinary world, the Allium family stands out as a cornerstone of flavor, offering unique characteristics and versatility in the kitchen. Among this illustrious group, leeks, garlic, onions and ...