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Choose your own adventure and take some time to explore all the fun things to do in Gilroy, California! (Hint: You’ll probably need to book a hotel room—there’s way too much to do in just one day!)

 

Historical Wineries in Gilroy – Hecker Pass Winery & Fernwood Cellars

When you think about Gilroy, I’m sure the first thing you think of is garlic, right? Well, did you also know that there are over 34 wineries along the Santa Clara Valley Wine Trail in Gilroy alone? Gilroy is a hidden gem in California and is well known in California ...

Historical Wineries in Gilroy – Kirigin Cellars & Fortino Winery

Gilroy wineries have a beautiful story, each unique all on their own. A large part of Gilroy’s community are the wineries, considering it’s where we make so many memories! Our scenic wineries are where we choose to gather and raise a glass to celebrate a loved one's birthday or go ...

Historical Wineries in Gilroy – Solis Winery & Guglielmo Winery

What better way to celebrate Gilroy’s 150th anniversary than outlining some of its history-rich wineries? We’re sharing the stories of 6 of Gilroy’s oldest wineries, which will be in three parts. In this blog, you’ll learn all about Solis Winery and Guglielmo Winery, two of the most well known wineries ...
Garlic veggie omelet with cherry tomatoes

Garden Veggie & Garlic Omelet Recipe

One of the best things you can do for yourself in the morning is make a nutritious, quick and easy breakfast. This delicious garlic and vegetable omelet recipe is one of our all-time favorite breakfast recipes! If you’ve been growing a garden during COVID-19, this will be a great way ...

Garlic Capital Garlic Bread Recipe

Inspired by Robert Airoldi: Editor of Gilroy and Morgan Hill Life News Source, Italian by Nature, Gilroy and Morgan Hill Local by Day When it comes to the best garlic bread you’ve ever had, the Garlic Capital of the World, Gilroy, California, does not mess around! This delicious and tasty ...
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Coyote Lake Harvey Bear Ranch County Park – Gilroy, California

What to Do? Summer fun and adventuring outdoors in Gilroy means boating at Coyote Lake! Whether you’re planning a Bay Area road trip, want to go camping for the weekend in Gilroy, fishing in Gilroy, boating for the day in Gilroy or are looking for hiking in Gilroy, Coyote Lake ...
Roasted garlic on a red and black plate

Homemade Roasted Garlic Olive Oil

Inspired by Kathryn Walker Airoldi, an Incredible Cook, Mother and Realtor Every home most likely has olive oil, but if you’re looking to level up and make your own homemade roasted garlic olive oil, you’ve come to the right place! Since Gilroy is the Garlic Capital of the World, we ...
Pepper steak sandwich with melted cheese on top

Gilroy Garlic Festival Inspired Pepper Steak Sandwiches

If you’ve ever been to the Gilroy Garlic Festival, you’ve most likely tried the Tri-Tip Pepper Steak Sandwiches! As Gilroy celebrates Garlic Month, we felt it was only appropriate that we feature this mouth-watering steak sandwich recipe. So if you’re looking for steak sandwich recipe ideas, we strongly encourage you ...
Stuffed mushrooms on a blue plate

Garlic Stuffed Baby Bellas Recipe

This is a delicious, light and easy stuffed mushroom caps dinner recipe that you will want to make over and over again! The whole family will fall in love with this vegetarian stuffed mushroom recipe, even your picky eaters. The flavors and texture of these stuffed baby bellas are mouth-watering, ...
Garlic Blackened Salmon Tacos on a plate with garlic green beans

Garlic Blackened Salmon Tacos with Garlic Green Beans

Cooking Tips, Preparation and Comments for Salmon Tacos! Finish this sentence: July is ____ month in Gilroy! We celebrate Garlic Month for the entire month of July here in Gilroy! Since we aren’t having a Garlic Festival for 2020, we’ve decided to share this delicious salmon taco recipe to celebrate ...

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