This Tuesday, July 8th, San Carlos will be celebrating its 100th Anniversary! Founded in 1925 with the efforts of Frederick Drake, known as “The Father of San Carlos”. Originally, the area was home to the Lamchin people, a subgroup of the Ohlone Native Americans. Spanish explorers arrived during the 18th century to establish missions, disrupting the Lamchins’ peaceful way of life. By the early 19th century, the land was included in a land grant called Rancho del Las Pulgas, which was given to Don José Darío Argüello. In 1850, when California became a state, the land was gradually subdivided and sold. But unlike the nearby towns of Redwood City and Belmont, San Carlos was slow to develop, remaining a predominantly agricultural area from the end of the 19th century into the early 20th century. Land development began to boom with the arrival of the Southern Pacific Railroad. The city was officially incorporated in 1925 and earned the nickname “The City of Good Living” for its small-town charm and ideal climate. The Bianchini’s Market family has been a proud part of the San Carlos community for generations! We are proud to be a local family-owned market and believe in supporting the San Carlos community that supports us!

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