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Celebrate National Hot Sauce Day with a local favorite! Originally grown in the backyard of the Palo Alto fire station in 1994, Lee Taylor’s pepper sauce grew from a station-house secret to a public sensation. Palo Alto Firefighters Pepper Sauce is crafted with premium ingredients to deliver a heat that is both complex and full-flavored. Most importantly, 100% of proceeds benefit the Palo Alto Firefighters Charitable Fund. Bring the station-house heat to your home with this Fiery Beans recipe, then join us this Thursday to pick up a bottle and taste what the buzz is all about!

Ditch the processed jars and celebrate National Peanut Butter Day this Saturday with the real deal. Bianchini’s fresh-ground peanut butter isn’t just a spread; it’s a nutritional powerhouse made with exactly one ingredient: peanuts. No added sugars, no junk oils, and no salt—just pure deliciousness that delivers 10% more protein, fiber, and Vitamin E than the standard stuff. Whether you’re dipping apples or blending it into a post-workout smoothie, our peanut butter is the ultimate kitchen essential. Want to level up? Fire up the stove for this grilled PB &B classic

The stakes are higher this Sunday, January 25th. Celebrate the NFL Conference Playoffs with a premium American Wagyu steak known for its rich flavor and buttery tenderness. Creekstone Farms Irodori Wagyu™ offers the perfect balance of American beef taste with deep marbling, providing a rich eating experience that goes beyond all expectations. Whether you’re grilling or roasting, these hormone-free, grain-finished cuts are the gold standard for game day. Grab yours at Bianchini’s and use our “MVP” technique to seal the deal.

January 15th is National Bagel Day and we are celebrating with the legendary Boichik Bagels! Founder Emily Winston was born and raised in New Jersey, enjoying authentic New York bagels for many years. When Emily moved to the Bay Area in 2010, finding that same unmistakable taste and quality of a New York style bagel was near impossible. Driven to recreate that unmistakable New York taste, Emily spent five years of trial and error perfecting her recipe. Starting as a pop-up, Boichik quickly became a hit, opening its first brick-and-mortar location in 2019. Join us for a sampling of Boichik Bagels on January 15th from 11 am to 3 pm at our Portola Valley and San Carlos locations. Experience that unmistakable New York taste by joining us for a sample on January 15th from 11 am to 3 pm at our Portola Valley and San Carlos stores. For those who want the Boichik experience every day, look for them in our freezer section. Enjoying a fresh-toasted bagel is as easy as 1-2-3: just grab one from the freezer, pop it in the toaster, and add your favorite topping. Join us in celebrating National Bagel day, with the bay areas favorite bagels!

We’re getting closer to finding out which teams are headed to the championship in February! In the meantime, we have the NFL Division Playoffs coming up this Saturday and Sunday, 1/17 and 1/18. Before the games kick off, stop by your local Bianchini’s to grab all your favorite game day foods for an at-home tailgate. As your Reader’s Choice Best Place to Buy Meat, our meat department carries a wide selection of premium cuts for grilling, baking, and slow cooking. Tailgate at home this weekend with our Tastiest Tailgate Tri-tip Chili. This hearty dish serves 8 and features our award-winning beef tri-tip, slow-simmered with smoky bacon and a blend of peppers for the ultimate playoff meal. Get the full instructions for our Tastiest Tailgate Tri-tip Chili and make it the MVP of your weekend!

It’s time to look through your cookbooks and bring out your recipe cards because January is Soup Month! Soup is widely considered the ultimate comfort food due to its rich history, versatility, and ability to warm both the body and soul. This month we are celebrating Soup by embracing everything from creamy, rich chowders to hearty, healthy broths. Homemade soup is the perfect meal for cold winter nights, offering unmatched warmth, comfort, and nourishment. For all the foodie historians, did you know that soup has been a part of humanity since around 20,000 B.C.? Ancient pottery discovered in China’s Xianrendong Cave suggests soup preparation has been around for quite some time and remains one of the most versatile meals you can make. Warmth is just a simmer away. Grab your stockpot or Dutch oven and celebrate the ultimate comfort food this month. Explore our curated soup recipe collection to plan your next cozy meal!

Get ready for the ultimate weekend showdown: the NFL Wildcard Playoffs and a platter of saucy wings. As the first round kicks off this Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, January 10th through 12th, fuel your excitement with a visit to Bianchini’s for the freshest chicken wings in town. Unofficial polls agree—wings reign supreme as the top game day snack. What’s not to love? They’re juicy, perfectly sized for snacking, and ready to soak up any flavor you crave, from smoky dry rubs to tangy sauces. Whether you crave sweet BBQ or crave the thrill of spicy heat, there’s a wing for every fan. Swing by, grab some wings, pick out one of our winning recipes, and make this Wild Card Game Day legendary with Bianchini’s irresistible homemade wings

Urban Remedy is an organic food company that creates mouthwatering, healthy meals. They take the guesswork out of meal planning and smarter snacking by providing a variety of plant-based, certifie organic, non-GMO, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Enjoy ready-to eat meals, salads, wraps, wholesome snacks, and bars. Urban Remedy never uses any white flours, white sugars, unhealthy oils, artificia flavorings, or preservatives in any of their foods. Along with their delicious meals and snacks, Urban Remedy also offers low-glycemic juice cleanses that can help give your body a reset by eliminating toxins, reducing inflammation aiding in healthy digestion, boosting immunity, improving metabolism, and increasing energy levels through a combination of electrolytes, enzymes, and antioxidants. Every Urban Remedy item is lovingly made locally in Richmond, California. Visit your local Bianchini’s this week to find Urban Remedy.

Did you know January is Citrus Month, when oranges, pomelos, lemons, limes, grapefruit, and tangerines are at their juiciest? Savor them as a snack, toss them into salads, squeeze them for fresh juice, or blend them into a zesty smoothie. Beyond their bright flavors, citrus fruits are bursting with vitamin C, potassium, fiber, and flavonoids. These nutrients offer anti-inflammatory benefits, boost your immune system, support heart health by lowering bad cholesterol, aid digestion, and help you feel full longer. Explore our collection of citrus recipes and discover your new favorite way to enjoy something sweet and healthy!

Do you have a favorite New Year’s tradition you do every year? Maybe it’s sharing a kiss with someone special. Eating your favorite meal. Toasting with a glass of champagne as the clock strikes 12. We’ve gathered five fun New Year’s traditions from other countries.

1. In Greece, families are known to bake a vasilopita, a New Year’s Day cake, that has a coin hidden inside. The cake is cut at midnight, and the person who finds the coin in their cake slice is said to have good luck in the New Year.

2. In Japan, families eat soba noodles, or toshikoshi soba, at midnight on New Year’s Eve to bid farewell to the previous year and welcome in the New Year. The tradition is said to have begun in the 17th century. The long noodles are said to represent longevity and prosperity.

3. In Germany, a centuries-old tradition is to eat sauerkraut and pork on New Year’s Eve. Many believe that eating the two will bring good luck and wealth in the New Year.

4. In Spain, there is a tradition of eating 12 grapes during the 12 strokes of midnight. The grapes are said to usher in good fortune and success for the New Year.

5. In the Southern United States, black-eyed peas served on a bed of collard greens is a customary New Year’s supper. Serving the two foods together is said to welcome prosperity and wealth for the incoming year.

Do any of these traditions sound fun for ringing in 2026? Visit our Facebook page and share your favorite New Year’s tradition.