STOCKTON, CA — The 39th annual San Joaquin County Asparagus Festival wrapped up with thousands flocking to the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds to celebrate the region’s iconic vegetable in every way imaginable—from deep-fried and stewed to asparagus-infused pizza and ice cream, according to attendees.
Once a modest gathering in a small north Stockton park, the festival has grown into a major event, showcasing locally harvested spears from farms within an 8-mile radius. “These aren’t your grocery store asparagus,” organizers emphasized.
Meanwhile, local vendors like GG’s Pizza impressed with creations like garlic bacon jalapeño asparagus pizza.…