The California-Made Condiments You'll Put On Everything
These delicious California-made condiments will jazz up your meals and make every bite burst with flavor.
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Gilroy is located between San Jose and Salinas, in Santa Clara County. Gilroy is famous for being the garlic capital of the world, complete with an annual garlic festival and a garlic mural celebrating the town’s legacy. Parks, shoppin...
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