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We’re getting closer to finding out which teams are headed to the Big Game in February. In the meantime, we have the NFL Division Playoffs this Saturday and Sunday, 1/18 & 1/19. Before the games kick off, stop by your local Bianchini’s to grab all your favorite game day foods for an at-home tailgate. Our meat department carries a wide selection of meats for grilling, baking, slow cooking, and frying. We have numerous varieties of ground meats for handmade burgers, loaded tacos, old-fashioned meatballs and homemade chili. Check out our chili recipe collection to find some of our all-time favorites.

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Did you know that January 15th is Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice Day and National Bagel Day? And we have the perfect pairing to celebrate the delicious duo, Bianchini’s Orange Juice and Boichik Bagels. Bianchini’s signature Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice is as fresh as it gets. We squeeze dozens of oranges every day to create our 100% orange juice. You won’t find any preservatives or additives, just naturally sweet, bright and flavorful juice. And Boichik bagels are our top choice for accompanying our signature orange juice. East Coast meets West Coast with Boichik, they’re New York style bagels but made in Berkeley. Through trial and error, founder Emily Winston cracked the code for creating the signature qualities of a New York bagel. You can find Boichik bagels in our freezer section today. Just pop one into the toaster and enjoy with Bianchini’s signature Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice.

January brings one tasty celebration that’s easy to enjoy, National Citrus Month. Whether you have an orange as a healthy snack, peel it and toss into a salad, blend it into a smoothie, have a fresh sliced grapefruit during breakfast, or freshly squeezed into juice, there are so many ways to incorporate citrus into your daily routine! Throughout January, savor the sweet and tangy flavors of citrus favorites like, lemons, limes, grapefruit, pomelos, oranges, and tangerines. On top of their wonderful taste, citrus fruits pack several health benefits, they’re rich with daily essentials like, vitamin C, calcium, potassium, vitamin A, and natural fiber and they also have anti-cancer properties from flavonoids. Browse our citrus recipe collection to find more ways to incorporate this wonderful fruit into your menu.

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It’s finally that time again, the NFL Wild Card games are this Saturday, Sunday and Monday, 1/11 – 1/13. Three days of exciting plays and last-minute points that can turn the game from crushing defeat to momentous victory. Stop by your local Bianchini’s this week to pick up your favorite game day snacks and drinks. We have a delicious selection of premium meats for at-home tailgating. From steak to burgers, hot dogs, ribs, and chicken wings, you’ll find it all at Bianchini’s. Let us help you make some of the tastiest homemade wings for your game day guests. Our wing recipe collection has everything from hot and spicy to sweet and savory.

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We are excited to introduce California Bake Shop to our stores. Established in 1992, California Bake Shop is a second-generation, woman-owned bakery that specializes in naturally leavened, preservative-free breads and baked goods that not only taste amazing but leave a lasting impression. California Bake Shop creates each baked good with community in mind. It all begins with sourcing their ingredients from the finest local suppliers, primarily local farmers’ markets that help strengthen the regional economy. And with over 150 years of combined baking experience amongst our staff, their skill in bread-making is unmatched. Their famous sourdough bread is meticulously made in small batches over the course of two days, ensuring the bread will have incredible flavor and texture. Stop in today and discover the taste, quality, and tradition of California Bake Shop for yourself.

While the holidays may be over, and the days of lounging around in your pajamas are done, there’s no need to worry about what you’re going to eat. Bianchini’s has a simple solution for a quick lunch or hassle-free dinner, our famous deli sandwiches! You can order yours online with just a few clicks! Choose from a list of specialty sandwiches or create your own with your choice of fresh-baked breads, a selection of premium deli meats, high-quality cheeses, and condiments, then top it off your choice of garden-fresh veggies. Once you’ve tasted one of our deli sandwiches, you’ll know why we were voted the 2024 Almanac Readers Choice for Best Sandwiches. Bianchini’s is here to help get you back into the daily routine.

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New Year, new beginnings and new goals to reach in 2025! Many people plan to make a positive change in their life for the New Year. For some, that means being more physically active, like walking every day, getting into the gym regularly. For others, it means making more sensible choices for their meals, such as a salad for lunch instead of something quick and convenient. Whatever your goals, we want to help you succeed! Visit our Wellness page to find valuable articles on diet and exercise, discover which produce is in-season, and get access to delicious recipes for every meal. Here’s to a happy, healthy and fantastic New Year! Visit our Wellness page by following the link.

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Do you have a favorite New Year’s tradition you follow every year? Share a kiss with someone special. Eat a particular meal. Toast with champagne. Here are five food related New Year’s traditions we think are pretty fun.

1. 1) In Greece, families are known to bake a vasilopita, New Year’s Day cake that has a coin hidden inside. The cake is cut into at midnight and the person that finds the coin in their slice is said to have good luck in the new year.
2. 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 length of the noodles is said to symbolize longevity and prosperity.
3. 3) In Germany, a long-standing tradition is to eat sauerkraut and pork on New Year’s Eve. Many Germans believe that eating pork and sauerkraut will bring good luck and wealth in the new year.
4. 4) In Spain, there is a tradition of eating 12 grapes during the 12 strokes of midnight. The grapes are said to welcome in good fortune and success for the New Year.
5. 5) In the Southern United States, black-eyed peas are served on a bed of collard greens are a customary dish for a New Year’s supper. The two foods served together are said to represent prosperity and wealth for the coming year.

Are there any of these traditions you would like to try for ringing in 2025? Visit our Facebook page and share your favorite New Year’s traditions with us.

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Just in time for all the New Year’s celebrations, we have a toast-worthy deal you won’t want to miss. When you purchase six or more 750 ml. bottles of champagne or wine, get 10% off the total. Mix or match your favorites or try something new. Our wine department carries a wide variety of champagnes and sparkling wines that are perfect for toasting, along with an assortment of reds, whites, and blends from local, domestic and international vineyards. Let the New Year’s celebrations begin!

Pizza is one food that is sure to bring people together. It’s both wonderfully simple yet irresistibly good. Why order out this New Year’s Eve when you can make a delectable pizza at home with all the toppings? Our pizza recipe collection has a few classics and throws in a few delicious twists on classics we’re sure your guests will love. Browse our collection to find Italian Pepperoni and Sausage pizza, Easy Margherita pizza, Extra Cheesy BLT pizza, Three Cheese Mushroom pizza, and Philly Cheesesteak pizza. What could be better than raising a slice and a glass when the clock chimes at midnight?

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