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One of the tastiest foodie holidays lands this Wednesday: National Chicken Wing Day. The story starts back in 1964 at the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, New York, where owner Teressa Bellissimo whipped up a late-night snack. Instead of saving the wings for the next day’s soup stock, she deep-fried them, tossed them in butter and her own homemade hot sauce — and just like that, the Buffalo wing was born.

The craze caught on fast. By July 29, 1977, the city of Buffalo had officially proclaimed National Chicken Wing Day in the wing’s hometown. Hot and spicy or sweet and saucy, there’s a wing for every craving — so celebrate with us: grab a batch, pick your favorite sauce, and get tossing.

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July 30 serves up a slice of one of America’s most beloved desserts — and cheesecake’s story runs surprisingly deep. It reaches all the way back to ancient Greece, where a version was served to athletes, and the earliest known mention comes from the Greek physician Aegimus, who literally wrote the book on the art of making cheesecakes.

Every corner of the world has its own spin. Italians reach for ricotta, Greeks for mizithra or feta, Germans for cottage cheese, and the Japanese for a cloud-light blend of cornstarch and egg whites — while cream cheese remains the classic American touch. There are even adventurous versions made with blue cheese, seafood, chilies, or tofu. But whatever the twist, the heart of it never changes: cheese, wheat, and a little sweetness. Best of all, it’s served chilled, which makes it the perfect refreshing treat for a warm summer day.

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Round out the week with National Avocado Day on July 31. Creamy, rich, and endlessly versatile, the avocado truly does it all — from appetizers and dips to salads, sandwiches, and star-of-the-show main dishes. So clear the table and build a whole meal around it, because this is one ingredient worth enjoying in style.

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This weekend, all eyes — and noses — turn to Gilroy, and here at Bianchini’s we’re
celebrating right alongside them. In honor of the Gilroy Garlic Festival,
we’re going all in on the “stinking rose” and celebrating all things garlic.
There’s a reason Gilroy, California is known the world over as the
“Garlic Capital of the World” —
its rich agricultural soils and long history as a massive producer
have made it one of the planet’s great garlic towns.
But garlic is far more than bold flavor. It’s a genuine nutritional powerhouse,
rich in manganese, vitamin C, and vitamin B6. Crush or chop a clove and it releases
allicin, a sulfur compound prized for its immune-boosting, cardiovascular, and
anti-inflammatory benefits — all for just a few calories per clove. Piquant, savory,
and endlessly versatile, garlic brings depth and complexity to sauces, marinades,
and everyday meals, whether enjoyed raw, sautéed, baked, grilled, or roasted.

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Garlic, garlic, and more garlic!
If you’re a fan of garlic, you’re going to love Bianchini’s Own Garlic Bread.
When it comes to garlic bread, we find simplicity is key. We make ours fresh in-store —
a loaf of crispy bread topped with a generous helping of garlic and shredded cheese.
That’s it, and that’s plenty.
It’s the perfect accompaniment to backyard BBQs, family dinners, spaghetti night,
or a picnic at the park — or pair it with your favorite salad for an easy, satisfying meal.

It’s still National Ice Cream Month — so why not end on the boldest scoop of all?
Believe it or not, garlic ice cream was born right in Gilroy, where it was popularized
at the very first Gilroy Garlic Festival back in 1979. It’s a fun novelty treat made for
adventurous eaters and devoted garlic lovers: sweet, creamy, and just a little bit wild.
Want to dare your taste buds? Here’s an easy homemade version.

Garlic Ice Cream

Directions

1. Remove the ice cream from the freezer for about 5 minutes to soften.

2. Finely mince the garlic, then turn the knife sideways and mash it with the flat of the blade into a paste.

3. Gently fold the garlic into the ice cream. Don’t over-mix or let it melt, or it will ice up when refrozen.

Ingredients

2–3 cups vanilla ice cream

1 small clove garlic (about ¼ teaspoon or less, minced)

For one month every four years, the whole world stops and watches the same game — and the beautiful part is that the World Cup is as much a celebration of food and culture as it is of soccer. After the semifinals on July 14 and 15, it all comes down to one match: the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final kicks off

Sunday, July 19 at 12:00 PM Pacific.

Every team brings its country’s flavors to the table, so why not do the same? From Argentine asado to Korean bulgogi to a classic American backyard burger, this is the moment to gather your crew, fire up the grill, and taste the world.

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Tuesday, July 14th

Fittingly falling on France’s Bastille Day, July 14 honors a true French icon. The story begins in 1827, when Jean-Baptiste Lapostolle founded a fine fruit-liqueur distillery near Paris. Decades later, in 1880, his family’s Louis-Alexandre Marnier-Lapostolle did something considered downright avant-garde: he married rich French Cognac to the rare, bitter essence of Caribbean bigarade oranges — and the first bottle of Grand Marnier was born. It quickly became the toast of the Ritz Paris and the Savoy, and remarkably, the recipe hasn’t changed since.

Raise a glass with our Grand Marnier Sangria — the perfect pour for a warm July evening.

Grand Marnier Sangria

Servings: 8

Directions

1. In a pitcher, stir in wine, Grand Marnier and honey. Add fruit, cover and refrigerate for at least 40 minutes.

2. Add sparkling water to the pitcher right before serving.

3. Fill glasses with ice and pour sangria. Garnish with a strawberry.

Ingredients

1 bottle, (750 ml) chardonnay or pinot grigio wine

1/2 – 3/4 cup Grand Marnier

1/2 cup fresh blueberries

1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced

2 kiwis, peeled and sliced

1 cup chopped pineapple

2 small peaches, sliced

1/4 cup honey

3 cups sparkling water

Ice for serving

Cows do a lot for us — so on July 14, we’re giving them their due. Cow Appreciation Day celebrates the cows, and the local dairy and farming families, behind the cheeses we all love.

At our San Carlos store, we’re celebrating in style:

Cowgirl Creamery’s beloved cheese line is on sale all day, plus special fun for the kids. Stop by, say moo, and taste why we’re so grateful.

It’s National Ice Cream Month, and this week we’re shining the spotlight close to home. We’re featuring Marianne’s Handmade Ice Cream Sandwiches — two chewy oatmeal cookies hugging a generous scoop of Marianne’s premium ice cream, all dipped in rich chocolate. It’s summer in a single bite.

Marianne’s is the real deal:

locally made, handcrafted ice cream that’s been perfected since 1947. Every batch reflects a labor of love — ingredients prepped by hand, flavors mixed by hand, and time-honored techniques that deliver the richest, creamiest, most delightful scoops around. It’s exactly the kind of local craftsmanship we love to bring to your table.

Come taste for yourself — sampling at our San Carlos store on July 17th, at 11am-2pm.