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sandwich06/20/2022

Online Deli Sandwich Ordering Now Available

We are excited to announce that our delicious deli sandwiches are now available to order online! You can now order your favorite sandwich from Bianchini’s website for pick-up at the store. Enjoy your choice a specialty deli sandwiches or build-your-own from our extensive selection of Boar’s Head and other premium deli meats, fine cheeses and fresh-baked breads. And don’t forget the yummy extras, like, avocado, bacon, double meat, and more. Order your deli sandwich online and you’ll taste why Bianchini’s was voted the Readers’ Choice Best Sandwich for three-years running.

avocado06/20/2022

This June marks the 10th anniversary of California Avocado Month.

Let’s all toast to the wonderful fruit that is the California avocado. Did you know avocados are considered a superfruit? It’s because they are a great source of vitamins A, D, K and E, copper, potassium, and heart healthy monounsaturated fat. Avocados are a nutritious addition to any meal. Try spreading fresh avocado on your morning toast as a delicious alternative jelly, add a few avocado slices to you BLT sandwich for a noticeably richer taste or make a turkey club wrap with crisp lettuce, avocado, tomatoes, bacon and a few slices of deli turkey. Find these recipes and many more in our avocado recipe collection.

blueberry scones06/13/2022

We continue celebrating National Dairy Month with Clover Sonoma Dairy.

Situated in Northern California’s Sonoma County, Clover Sonoma is a family-owned third-generation dairy farm that produces USDA Organic, NON-GMO Verified milks, half and half, sour cream, cottage cheese, yogurt, butter and much more. By partnering with local independent family dairy farms, Clover Sonoma is able to ensure their products are consistently of the highest quality in the country. Stop by your local Bianchini’s to find Clover Sonoma’s fine dairy products. And if you love baking at home, try this Blueberry Scone recipe.

Grilled Five Spice Chicken

Blueberry Scones

Ingredients

  • 4 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 tablespoons baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 2 sticks Clover Sonoma organic butter cut into small cubes
  • 2 cups frozen blueberries
  • 2 1/4 cups Clover Sonoma egg yolk
  • Sanding sugar, for topping

Directions

Line baking sheet with parchment paper.

 

Whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, sugar, salt and dry yeast in a mixing bowl. Add butter to the flour mixture and use a pastry blender, or two knives, to combine the ingredients until breadcrumb-size pieces form. Fold in the blueberries. Use your hands to form a hole in the center and pour in 2 cups of heavy cream. Mix together until well combined.

 

Use a biscuit cutter to separate dough, then cut into 16 wedges. Arrange wedges on the baking sheet. Cover in plastic wrap and place in the freezer to chill for 2 hours.

 

Preheat oven to 375° F.

 

Whisk together the egg yolk with the remaining 1/4 cup of heavy cream. Brush the egg yolk wash over the scones, then sprinkle with sanding sugar. Place in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, until tops are golden brown.

 

Servings 16

picnic06/13/2022

This Saturday, June 18th is International Picnic Day.

Pack a basket of all your favorite foods, gather your family and friends, and enjoy the warm weather. Picnics as an activity began after the French Revolution, when parks became available en masse. Today, picnics involve eating, entertainment and relaxation. Bianchini’s has an excellent assortment of picnic-ready salads and sandwiches, fresh cut fruit and veggie trays, deli meats and specialty cheeses, yummy desserts, refreshing drinks, craft beers and wines. If you’re looking for some tasty new recipes to enjoy during your picnic, check out our easy picnic collection.

cut meat on a cutting board06/13/2022

Grilling Steaks for Father’s Day

Treat dad to a superb steak dinner for Father’s Day, this Sunday, June 19th. Only the best will do for dad and a Certified Angus Beef steak is second to none. Every cut of beef that bears the Certified Angus Beef label is held to some of the highest quality standards, including consistent size, excellent marbling, maturity, quality appearance and tenderness. It’s only after every criteria are met that the beef will be qualified for the Certified Angus Beef seal. Make your way over to Bianchini’s Market, voted Best Place to Buy Meat, and pick up a few CAB steaks to toss on the grill for Father’s Day. Be sure to look through our steak recipe collection, they’re mouthwateringly good!

graduation flowers06/06/2022

All of us here at Bianchini’s would like to give a big round of applause to Stanford University’s graduating class of 2022.

Graduation ceremonies will be held on Friday and Saturday, June 10th and 11th. After commencement, host a party for your grad and let Bianchini’s be your graduation destination for food, drinks, gifts, flowers and more. We have everything you’ll need to make this weekend one to remember for years to come. And again, we’d liek to give a big congrats to Stanford Class of 2022!

rotisserie chicken06/06/2022

Let’s Get Cooking with Herbs and Spices!

June 10th is National Herbs and Spices Day, a day to celebrate the wonderful and diverse flavors that fresh and dried seasonings can bring to cooking. It’s no secret that a few select herbs and spices can heighten a dish, taking it from tasty to mouthwatering. To celebrate National Herbs and Spices Day, take a peek at your seasoning collection then head over to Bianchini’s to restock your favorite herbs and spices. And if you really want to light up your tastebuds this week, try our latest grilling recipe.

Grilled Five Spice Chicken

Tender and juicy chicken with incredible flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons minced ginger
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Chinese Five Spice
  • 1/2 tablespoon sea salt
  • 4 whole star anise, finely ground

Directions

Cut the chicken down the middle to butterfly. Trim any excess fat and rinse with water. Pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.

 

Combine the vegetable oil, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, sugar, turmeric, Chinese Five Spice and salt in a bowl. Stir together until well mixed.

 

Place the chicken into a large container. Pour the season ing mix over the chicken and coat evenly. Turn the chicken several times to get a good coating. Cover the container and place int he refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours.

 

Bring grill to medium heat.

 

Remove chicken from the container and sprinkle the ground star anise on the chicken. Be sure to evenly coat.

 

Place the chicken skin side up on the grill. Cook for 10 minutes, then flip the chicken over and cook for an additional 10 minutes.

 

Remove chicken from the grill and transfer to a cutting board. Cut chicken into four servings and enjoy!

 

Servings 4.

Straus Family Creamery06/06/2022

Did you know that June is National Dairy Month? We are starting Dairy Month by highlighting Straus Family Creamery.

Located in rolling hills of Northern California, Straus is a top tier dairy producer. Did you know that Straus Family Creamery holds the distinction of being the first 100% Certified Organic Creamery in the United States and the first Certified Organic dairy farm West of the Mississippi? This means that Straus products are USDA Organic Certified, Non-GMO Project Verified, Certified Kosher as well as gluten free. Stop by your local Bianchini’s this month and browse our selection of Straus Family Creamery products. And be sure to check our recipe collection to find delicious entrees, snacks and desserts.

rotisserie05/30/2022

One of the yummiest food holidays, National Rotisserie Chicken Day, is this Thursday, June 2nd!

There are many ways to prepare chicken, from frying to baking, but the slow cooking process of the rotisserie is arguably the best. The flavor and tenderness of a rotisserie chicken is simply unmatched. Stop by Bianchini’s this week to pick up your own rotisserie chicken for lunch or dinner. We select only the finest chickens available to season and roast to mouthwatering perfection. Check out our rotisserie chicken recipe collection to find sandwiches, salads, soups, casseroles, quesadillas, enchiladas and so much more!

belgioioso cheeses05/30/2022

The final week of American Artisan Cheese Month has arrived and to round out the celebrations, we would like to highlight the fantastic cheeses from BelGioioso.

Founded in 1979 by Errico Auricchio, who moved his family from Italy to America, settling in Wisconsin. Errico’s plan from the start was to create the best Italian cheeses using the highest quality ingredients. To help him meet his goal, Errico brought two master cheesemakers from Italy, Gianni and Mauro, who still work today, sharing their knowledge and passion for cheese. Today, BelGioioso creates over 25 varieties of specialty cheeses, from Fresh Mozzarella to
Provolone. Stop by our cheese department to find BelGioioso cheeses and many more.

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