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April 2014

Low Carbon Diet Day

April 24, 2014

Celebrate Bon Appétit Management Company’s 7th Low Carbon Diet Day by learning about planet-friendlier food choices that you can make. Look for interactive cooking demonstrations and “Low Carbon Makeovers” of favorites in your café! Want to learn the basics of a low carbon diet? Check out these resources: The Food System and Climate Change: learn what we are doing EatLowCarbon.org: learn what you can do Food For Your Well-Being: High Nutrition, Low Carbon (April 2014)

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May 2014

3rd Annual Food Revolution Day

May 16, 2014

Your Bon Appétit café team encourages you to participate in the 3rd Annual Food Revolution Day and be counted as an advocate for eating and learning how to cook delicious, healthy food from scratch, just like your Bon Appétit chefs do every day for you. You can also tune in online for the biggest cooking class in world history this Friday, May 16, at 9 am Eastern| 6 am Pacific (if that time is too early or doesn't fit your…

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Advice for New Graduates

May 17, 2014 - May 21, 2014

Bon Appétit CEO Fedele Bauccio's commencement address to Albion College focused on the state of America's food and farms, and calls on young people to take action. We think you'll enjoy it: http://huff.to/1nEZ4ig

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October 2014

Holiday Pies You’ll Be Thankful For

October 27, 2014 - November 21, 2014

Rustic Pie Menu All pies are baked in a hand-crafted pie crust, made with local butter Sugar Pie Pumpkin Pie Sweet, local Capay Organic Sugar Pie pumpkin topped with candied pumpkin seeds $19.99 Apple Spice Streusel Pie Gizdich Ranch heirloom Newton Pippin apples, covered with a crisp cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg spiced streusel $25.99 Deep Dish Pecan Pie Toasted pecans covered in traditional brown sugar custard $27.99 Pear-Cranberry Crostata California Bosc pears, cranberries, and creamy almond frangipane $25.99 Place your…

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May 2015

Don’t Forget Mom!

May 1, 2015 - May 8, 2015

Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 10 and we've got you covered! We will have an assortment of Mother's Day treats made by Oracle's own pastry Chef Terri at Oracle HQ. Place your order online by Wednesday, May 6th for pick-up in the café Friday, May 8th. Order form is linked here.

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Strawberry Week!

May 11, 2015 - May 15, 2015

All week the cafe will feature a variety of sweet and savory strawberry inspired dishes. Check out the weekly menu to see the chefs creations! We will also feature house-made and preservative-free strawberry lavender jam for purchase made by our pastry chef Ani. Share it with your family or top off your vanilla ice cream for a cool refreshing treat!

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July 2015

Summer Fruit Cobbler

July 29, 2015 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Join us for some delicious house-made fruit cobbler on the patio! saffron peach and spiced berry cobbler add crème fraîche whipped cream or ice cream on top! Wednesday, July 29th 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. on our Java Stop patio

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November 2015

Pre-Order your Holiday Pies

November 10, 2015 - November 20, 2015

Our in-house bakery is preparing rustic pies perfect for your Thanksgiving! Place your order today to secure the best dessert at your holiday table. Pre-order by November 20th for pick-up on November 23rd,24th, or 25th. Start your order here!

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February 2016

Year of the Monkey

February 8, 2016 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

In celebration of Lunar New Year, we’ve prepared a variety of dishes representing the four primary culinary regions of China. While modern times have blurred regional lines, the traditions of each area endure. Chef Randy, Chef Ani and cafe team invite you to discover these regional distinctions and hope to surprise you with flavorful, classical Chinese dishes and festive treats made with only the freshest, highest, quality ingredients. For more information or menu descriptions please go to the website.

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March 2016

St. Patrick’s Day

March 17, 2016

No one wants to get pinched while serving you corned beef and cabbage today. Happy #StPatricksDay! All cafes will be having a chef specials but check out Oracle Plaza’s festive photobooth.

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Thursday Happy Hour

March 17, 2016 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Grab your co-workers and join us for Thursday Happy Hour – great prices, great fun and great festive atmosphere!

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April 2016

Thursday Happy Hour

April 7, 2016 @ 2:00 pm - April 8, 2016 @ 3:30 pm

Combining popcorn and caramel began back in the 1890′s with the strong molasses flavor of Cracker Jack, an early version of which was introduced at the Chicago World’s Fair in 1893.  Because yesterday was National Caramel Popcorn Day, we will include this special offering today.

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Hummus Tasting

April 19, 2016 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Foods that are good for the earth are often the same ones that are the most nutritious. Join us in the café for a lunch time hummus tasting and learn about “busting myths of a plant based diet”.

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Earth Day in the Cafe

April 20, 2016

There are many things we all do year-round to help reduce the environmental and social impact of the food system. For the Earth Day 2016 celebration (and beyond), we want you the guest to know that by eating with us, you are part of a large-scale solution driving real change in the food system.

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National Prime Rib Day

April 27, 2016 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Join Chef Randy and the cafe team in celebrating the "King of Meats" with today's lunch special.  

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May 2016

Awesome it will be!

May 4, 2016

Created by the beloved Star Wars story and the fandom that binds our galaxy together, today, May 4th, is the grassroots tradition of “May the Fourth Be With You”.    Chefs Randy and Ani invite you to party like an Ewok with fun treats and even funnier puns.

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Cafe Fiesta

May 5, 2016 @ 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

Victory belonged to the Mexican army in the Battle of Puebla on May 5th, 1862.  Ever since then, Cinco de Mayo (The Fifth of May) has been an annual celebration for many people. Join us in your café on Thursday, May 5th, as we celebrate the festivities by cooking up some cinco-star Mexican cuisine and listen to a live mariachi band.

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Chef’s Cooking Demo

May 18, 2016 @ 1:00 am - 1:30 pm

Guacamole is a great complement to any meal and features predominantly the avocado.  The creamy, rich taste of avocados comes from their high fat content, and that's something to celebrate.  The fats are primarily monounsaturated fats, the "heart healthy" kind that offers cardio-protective benefits.  Avocados are also a source of mega-3 fats, which help stabilize mood and prevent inflammation. Equally as important to any health benefits is how delicious it is.  Today, Aracili, will be demonstrating her own easy recipe that lets the…

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Great Asparagus Challenge

May 24, 2016 @ 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

Eating a wide variety of vegetables is one of the best ways to ensure a healthful diet. However, many people are unsure of how to prepare wholesome vegetables at home so that they are tasty, or they consume a very limited variety of them. With our GREAT ASPARAGUS CHALLENGE, Chef Randy and team will demonstrate and educate about the benefits of consuming this versatile vegetables in more than a few ways.

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June 2016

National Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Day

June 9, 2016

Today is National Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Day. Wow, that’s definitely a mouthful—of deliciousness, that is! This sweet and tangy treat was first made popular during the early 1800's, about 30 years after Benjamin Franklin introduced rhubarb, nicknamed "pieplant," to the East Coast. With strawberry season starting, and rhubarb a vegetable, what better way to get your fruits and veggies?

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Fire-up the Grill

June 15, 2016 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Nothing says, “Summer is here!” quite like all the backyard or patio barbecue;  Join Chef Randy and your cafe team  as they Fire-up the Grill and celebrate everything good about marinade, spice-rubbed and basted barbecue goodness.

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Food For Your Well-Being

June 21, 2016 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Most Americans consume too much sodium, averaging 3400mg daily, and more than 75% of the sodium we eat comes from processed and restaurant foods. The Bon Appetit from scratch style cooking is a step in the right direction in helping you to enjoy flavorful food with less sodium, and more can be done to reduce the salt in the foods we serve. This month our Well-Being activity, June 29, will be celebrating flavor without salt.    A great way to do this…

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Cooking Demo

June 28, 2016 @ 1:00 am - 1:30 pm

If you’re looking for a refreshing summer entrée that doesn’t require turning on the oven and heating up the kitchen, look no further.  Ceviche can be an extremely simple – raw fish, scallops, octopus, even shrimp and let the acidic lime juice do the work. Season with bold flavors like cilantro and peppers and then serve with tortilla chips for a fast appetizer or filling main course. Celebrating National Ceviche Day, our Araceli will share her authentic tips with today's…

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July 2016

Hey, Macaroni!

July 7, 2016 @ 11:00 am - 1:30 pm

Each year on July 7th pasta lovers across the nation celebrate National Macaroni Day. Made with durum wheat, macaroni is a large variety of dry pasta which typically do not contain eggs.  Many people think that it is the short, hollow shapes that makes up macaroni however, it is actually the kind of dough from which the noodles are made.  Elbow macaroni is the most common in the United States but macaroni may be straight noodles, curved, shells or many…

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Grand Opening Party

July 25, 2016 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Cloud Cafe, Building 10

Join us today for the official grand opening celebration to your newest (and coolest) campus spot, the Cloud Cafe.

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Cooking Demo

July 28, 2016 @ 1:30 am - 2:00 pm

National Milk Chocolate Day, meaning you have the perfect excuse to indulge that chocolate hankering.

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August 2016

National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day

August 4, 2016

One of the sweetest days of the year is today with National Chocolate Chip Cookie.

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NUTRIENTS FROM NATURE – EAT A RAINBOW

August 10, 2016 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Fruits and vegetables with deep colors are certainly beautiful, but those eye-catching colors are actually a signal that they contain important substances that can help your body repair itself. Today, the café team will showcase the salad bar with deep color to indicate the presence of antioxidants, which include nutrients like beta carotene, vitamins C and E and selenium. In your body these can help to slow oxidative deterioration, prevent disease and help maintain your health. Eating a sufficient amount…

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Happy Birthday Julia Childs!

August 15, 2016

“People who love to eat are always the best people.” - Julia Childs

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LOCALS: Il Morso

August 24, 2016 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Cloud Cafe, Building 10

Today during lunch, il Morso will be at the Cloud Cafe sampling their bite-sized coffee bar - giving an organic energy boost similar to a cup of espresso.

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September 2016

LOCALS: Ashby Confections

September 7, 2016 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Cloud Cafe, Building 10

Ashby Confections an exquisite artisan online chocolate store with 100% handcrafted, chocolates, truffles, caramels, rocky road and many other sinful delights will be sampling today at the Cloud Cafe.

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National Acorn Squash Day

September 7, 2016 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Honoring acorn squash on September 7 signals the impending arrival of nothing but the best season of the year.

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You Say Tomato, We Say O’Mato!

September 12, 2016 - September 16, 2016

Get ready to savor the tomato as we present the second annual Tomato Week.

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Well-Being Wednesday: Portions

September 14, 2016 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Portions count. Today in the cafe, learn to recognize the right amount for you with portion distortion well-being activity.

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National Guacamole Day

September 16, 2016

It’s National Guacamole Day. And it’s not important how you celebrate, as long as you get some delicious variation of mashed up avocado by 11:59pm tonight.

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Eat Local Challenge 2016: Bumper Crop Edition

September 27, 2016

Enjoy a special meal made entirely of foods grown within 150 miles, and learn how to handle an overabundance of seasonal produce. Enter to win a copy of the Waste-Free Kitchen Handbook for even more food-waste fighting tips!

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National Coffee Day

September 29, 2016

Grab your mug, hug a barista, and get a free house-made cookie to enjoy with your cup of joe.

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October 2016

NATIONAL SEAFOOD MONTH

October 4, 2016

Excited to celebrate wild salmon for #SeafoodMonth. See our specials & learn why we avoid farmed salmon

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Food For Your Well-Being: Vary Your Protein Routine

October 5, 2016 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Today we discuss personal health and the environmental benefits of consuming plant-based proteins. We’ll also provide strategies for replacing animal proteins with those from plants.

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Star Chef: Kian Lam Kho

October 24, 2016 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Please join us today for a book signing and special menu featuring recipes from Kian's latest cookbook, Phoenix Claws and Jade Trees: Essential Techniques of Authentic Chinese Cooking.

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Eat, Drink, and be Scary!

October 31, 2016

Show up in costume today to get 10% off your purchase!

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November 2016

Dia de los Tacos

November 1, 2016 @ 11:30 am - November 2, 2016 @ 1:30 pm

As part of the 2-day Dia de los Taco celebration, join us in the either the Cloud Cafe or main cafe for a special menu honoring the beloved taco.

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Well-Being Wednesday; Party Smart. Enjoy Special Occasions the Healthy Way.

November 9, 2016 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Today we are focusing on sharing how to party-smart and enjoy special occasions the healthy way.

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Holiday Pie Tasting

November 15, 2016 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

It’s pumpkin, it’s pecan, it’s cheesecake! Let us help you choose your holiday pie with a sampling of this year's house-made favorites.

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Early Thanksgiving Celebration

November 17, 2016 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Today, we’ll be featuring an early celebration meal with Turkey, a choice of 4 sides, and salad.

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December 2016

Go ahead, have dessert first.

December 7, 2016 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Joining us at the Mistletoe Market Holiday Fair, Chef/Author Kathryn Gordon, will be selling and personalizing her latest cookbook at a special Oracle discount for the perfect holiday gift!

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Well-Being Wednesday: Mindful Eating

December 14, 2016 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Today we invite you to take a moment to pause and engage your senses while creating your own tea blend.

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January 2017

National Spaghetti Day

January 4, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

One of the world’s favorite dishes, spaghetti is more than deserving of its own little holiday. Join us today for #nationalspaghettiday

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National Popcorn Day

January 19, 2017

The National Popcorn Board decided that this fluffy treat needed a day of celebration and recognition of its own, and thus was born National Popcorn day!

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Year of the Rooster

January 31, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

Ring in the Year of the Rooster with a taste of authentic Chinese dishes made with fresh, quality ingredients.

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February 2017

Well-Being Wednesday: Healthy Fats

February 8, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Today, we’ll demonstrate how easy it is to prepare healthy, delicious DIY Cold-Infusion Oils incorporating healthy fats.

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Spread the love!

February 14, 2017

Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to spoil that special someone!

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Chemex Brew Class

February 21, 2017 @ 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Cloud Cafe, Building 10

You too can learn how to brew like a master roaster with this Chemex class!

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March 2017

Well-Being Wednesday

March 8, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Celebrating National Nutrition Month, this activity serves as a reminder that each one of us holds the tool to make healthier food choices.

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Pi Day

March 14, 2017 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

You don’t have to be a mathematician to take part of this infinitely fun promotion.

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St. Patrick’s Day

March 17, 2017

“St. Patrick’s Day is an enchanted time – a day to begin transforming winter’s dream into summer’s magic.” – Adrienne Cook

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COOKING IS AN ART AND A SCIENCE: BRAISE

March 22, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

Our chefs are sharing their how-to's with today's BRAISE station special.

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April 2017

TASTE THE SEASON: YOUR GUIDE TO SPRING PRODUCE

April 3, 2017 - April 7, 2017

Foods that are good for the earth are often the same ones that are the most nutritious. Join us in celebrating the best Spring has to offer with our Season Showcase.

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POP UP: JUICERO

April 12, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Today it seems everyone is juicing… from celebrities to your grandma. Join us in the cafe for a FREE tasting and see if you're ready to join the juice craze.

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GREEN FAIR: BEE PROACTIVE

April 18, 2017

"There are certain pursuits which, if not wholly poetic and true, do at least suggest a nobler and finer relation to nature than we know. The keeping of bees, for instance." - Henry David Thoreau

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COOKING IS AN ART AND A SCIENCE: SEAR

April 25, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Our chefs are sharing their how-to's with today's SEAR station special

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POP UP: JUICERO

April 28, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Cloud Cafe, Building 10

Today it seems everyone is juicing… from celebrities to your grandma. Join us in the Cloud Cafe (bld #10) for a FREE tasting and see if you're ready to join the juice craze.

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May 2017

Star Wars Day – May the fourth be you!

May 4, 2017

Created by the beloved Star Wars story and the fandom that binds our galaxy together, today, May 4th, is the grassroots tradition of “May the Fourth Be With You”. Our cafes will party like an Ewok with fun treats and even funnier puns.

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Well-Being Wednesday: Antioxidants

May 10, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Cloud Cafe, Building 10

Research suggests that the best way to ensure you’re getting a variety of phytonutrients is to “eat a rainbow” of deeply colored plant-based foods. The color of a fruit or vegetable is usually an indication of the type of phytonutrient that the plant contains.

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Black Oaks Roasterings Tasting

May 11, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Cloud Cafe, Building 10

Nestled amongst rows of grapevines in Northern California's Mendocino wine country resides Black Oak Coffee Roasters. Today, they join us in the Cloud Cafe for a free tasting and coffee pairing.

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Strawberry Week

May 15, 2017 - May 19, 2017

Today we begin celebrating all things strawberry while supporting our local farmers and encouraging the healthy indulgence.

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COOKING IS AN ART AND A SCIENCE: JULIENNE

May 23, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

Our chefs are sharing their how-to's with today's JULIENNE station special.

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June 2017

I’ll buy that for a $1

June 5, 2017 - June 9, 2017
Cloud Cafe, Building 10

The hottest thing this summer in coffee is cold!

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COOKING IS AN ART AND A SCIENCE: BRINING

June 28, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

Our chefs are sharing their how-to's with today's BRINING station special.

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July 2017

AH-MAIZING GRAIN

July 10, 2017 - July 14, 2017

It may sound corny but how much do you know about corn? All week the cafés feature chef specials focusing on this American staple.

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new iced coffee drinks

July 17, 2017
Cloud Cafe, Building 10

Coconut gets a star turn this week. Starting today, the Cloud Cafe will offer 2 new iced coconut milk coffee specials to its lineup of summer beverages.

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COOKING IS AN ART AND A SCIENCE: TEMPER CHOCOLATE

July 25, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

What gives chocolate its glossy sheen and perfect snap? Learn about tempering chocolate in today's special and at www.oraclesantaclara.cafebonappetit.com/cooking/temper 

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August 2017

C.H.E.F.S. Dinner

August 2, 2017 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

C.H.E.F.S. (Carry Home Everything For Supper) is a dinner program offering freshly prepared meals for families on the go.

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Healthy Kids in the Bon Appetit Kitchen

August 3, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Join us for this fun interactive program where kids are encouraged to think like chefs and embark on a food adventure.

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Happy Hour

August 3, 2017 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Grab your co-workers and join us for Thursday Happy Hour – great prices, great fun and great festive atmosphere!

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Cloud Cafe’s New Brew System

August 7, 2017
Cloud Cafe, Building 10

New to the Cloud Cafe the Clover combines full–immersion brewing and vacuum extraction with the skill of our baristas to extract the full flavor potential of our specialty coffees, one cup at a time.

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Well-Being Wednesday: Whole Foods

August 9, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

With our Whole Foods wellness theme, learn what nutrients build on one another to provide even greater benefits to your health.

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Love Food, Love Poke

August 14, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

If you haven't yet heard of poké (pronounced POH-keh), that's bound to change with today's chef special.

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Clover & Perfect Bar Combo

August 21, 2017 - August 25, 2017
Cloud Cafe, Building 10

New to the Cloud Cafe the Clover combines full–immersion brewing and vacuum extraction with the skill of our baristas to extract the full flavor potential of our specialty coffees, one cup at a time.

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Cold Brew Coffee Class

August 23, 2017 @ 1:00 am - 1:30 pm
Cloud Cafe, Building 10

If you love cold brew, this class is for you! Join the Cloud Cafe team as they share easy step-by-step home brewing methods.

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September 2017

Ice Cream Social

September 5, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

The sweetest day of your week is now Tuesday!

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Eat Local Challenge 2017: That’s Local?!?

September 26, 2017

Each year during the Eat Local Challenge, we serve a meal made entirely of foods grown within 150 miles of this café. This year you’re going to eat something you had no idea was grown right around here. Join us for the big reveal at our all-local meal!

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Cooking is an Art & a Science: Deglaze

September 27, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Today the cafe team shares what it means to deglaze a pan, how you deglaze and why you use this important technique in your kitchen the correct way.

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National Coffee Day

September 29, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Cloud Cafe, Building 10

The day coffee aficionados look forward to all year is finally here.   Join the Cloud Cafe team for a free tasting!

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October 2017

An Apple A Day!

October 9, 2017 - October 13, 2017

Join us in rediscovering the diversity of this iconic fruit by sharing apple-inspired dishes

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FREE Coffee Tasting

October 17, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Cloud Cafe, Building 10

Join us today for a lunch time introduction and tasting with the Cloud Cafe's newest guest roaster.

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Cooking is an Art & Science: Stock

October 24, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

Learn the basics of making stock.

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Eat, Drink, and be Scary!

October 31, 2017

Show up in costume today to get discount off your purchase!

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Something is brewing in cafe!

October 31, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm

Pirates, Princess, and super Heroes too….It’s a costume party and we’re inviting you!

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November 2017

Treat Yo Self

November 7, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

The sweetest day of your week is now Tuesday!  

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Holiday Pie Tasting

November 15, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

It’s pumpkin! No, it’s pecan, or maybe it’s cheesecake! Let us help you choose your holiday pie with a sampling of this year's house-made favorites.

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Petals+Pinot: Thanksgiving Flowers

November 15, 2017 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Soothe your inner artist with our new Wine & Design Workshops in a fun, casual atmosphere as you learn from local experts, sip cocktails, and converse with friends and colleagues.

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December 2017

A Brewtutorial; The Art of the French Press

December 7, 2017 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Cloud Cafe, Building 10

The French press is a no-fuss way to offer fresh, full-bodied coffee. Learn its history and how to use it with this edition of True Brewmance.

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January 2018

Citrus Celebration

January 3, 2018

This month we celebrate the color and zing of winter citrus.

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Well-Being Wednesday: Energy Balance

January 10, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

This month's Food for Your Well-Being theme demonstrates how to incorporate food swaps that reduce calories and boost flavor and satiety.

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Cooking Demo

January 23, 2018 @ 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm

Pumpkin is a seasonal staple all winter long. Here it is paired with miso soup for a perfect winter lunch or dinner.

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February 2018

National Grapefruit Month

February 2, 2018

We’ll be including it in your breakfast bar but also highlighting the bold taste and healthy goodness by adding it in menus throughout the month.

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True Brewmance: Chemex

February 5, 2018
Cloud Cafe, Building 10

Coffee is always better shared with friends. And this month we’ve partnered with our spotlight roaster, Linea Caffe coffee roasters, to offer a special Chemex brew for two.

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Well-Being Wednesday; Healthy Fat

February 7, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Today we will have a lunchtime activity table about the different types of fats and demonstrate creative ways to incorporate healthy fats into your diet.

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Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2018

Your one stop shop for Valentine's Day. Shop roses, flowers, house-made chocolate truffles & more!

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Valentine’s Day Flowers

February 14, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

Along with house-made sweet treats, today we'll also have flowers available in the cafe.

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FREE coffee tasting

February 14, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Cloud Cafe, Building 10

Join us today for a lunch-time introduction and tasting with the Cloud Cafe's newest guest roaster.

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Year of the Dog

February 16, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

Ring in the Year of the Dog with a taste of authentic Chinese dishes made with fresh, quality ingredients.

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Love Food, Love Radishes

February 22, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Join us today in the cafe as we celebrate the Radish.

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March 2018

A Healthy You

March 7, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Today's cafe activity gives you the power to make informed decisions about your food choices.

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Pi Day

March 14, 2018

Celebrate your love of math with food (or vice versa) with today's PI Day celebration.

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St. Patrick’s Day

March 16, 2018

“St. Patrick’s Day is an enchanted time – a day to begin transforming winter’s dream into summer’s magic.” – Adrienne Cook

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LOCALS: Sante Nuts

March 27, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

As part of our LOCALS program, we’ll be bringing the local community from the outside in for a lunch time tasting.

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Guest Author; Liza Gershman

March 28, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Today join us in the cafe as we introduce guest author Liza Gershman who will be sharing the authentic flavor and heart of Cuban cuisine, with her latest cookbook, Cuban Flavor.

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LOCALS: DUCKS & DRAGONS BAKERY

March 29, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

As part of our LOCALS program, we’ll be bringing the local community from the outside in for a lunch time tasting and introduction to our latest catering partner.

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April 2018

National Peanut Butter & Jelly Day

April 2, 2018

Today we honor what might be the sandwich most iconic to childhood in America: the peanut butter and jelly.

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WELL-BEING WEDNESDAY: PERFORMANCE NUTRITION

April 11, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Today our Food Your Well-Being activity shares tips and tastes for fueling intervals for optimal performance.

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Hungry for a tax relief?

April 17, 2018

Make Tax Day a little less taxing by enjoying no sales tax in the cafés today.

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Oracle’s Focus on the Environment Green Fa

April 18, 2018 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Level up your food waste warrior skills! Come see (and taste) all the ways we leave no leaf, stem, bone, or rind behind, and learn tips for how you too can learn to “love it all” at home during Oracle's Focus on the Environment Green Fair.

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May 2018

Cinco de Mayo – Taco about a celebration!

May 3, 2018

Join us in your SCA23 café on Thursday, May 3rd, as we honor festivities early by cooking up some cinco-star Mexican cuisine made-from-scratch.

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Well-Being Wednesday: Antioxidants

May 9, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Research suggests that the best way to ensure you’re getting a variety of phytonutrients is to “eat a rainbow” of deeply colored plant-based foods. The color of a fruit or vegetable is usually an indication of the type of phytonutrient that the plant contains.

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Victory Garden Spring Workshop

May 10, 2018 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Join the garden team for this FREE Spring Workshop and learn tips for your own home garden.

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June 2018

Fire-Up the Grill!

June 7, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Kick-off summer by enjoying weekly barbecue lunch specials and taste the season’s first sizzle and sear in the June sunshine.

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Well-Being Wednesday; Added Sugar

June 13, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Sugar sneaks its way into many foods and beverages that may surprise you! Join us for this lunch time event and learn how you can become sugar savvy!

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Fire-Up the Grill!

June 14, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Kick-off summer by enjoying weekly barbecue lunch specials and taste the season’s first sizzle and sear in the June sunshine.

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Fire-Up the Grill!

June 21, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Kick-off summer by enjoying weekly barbecue lunch specials and taste the season’s first sizzle and sear in the June sunshine.

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July 2018

Well-Being Wednesday: Hydration

July 11, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Good hydration supports brain focus, body temperature regulation, and absorption of essential nutrients —important reasons to stay hydrated. 

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Summer Garden Workshop

July 11, 2018 @ 3:00 pm - 4:15 pm

Join the garden team for this FREE Summer Workshop and learn seasonal maintenance and trellis tips for your own home garden.

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Oracle’s Family Movie Night: Coco

July 13, 2018 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Oracle Santa Clara is pleased to announce a special movie screening of Coco.

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Brew-tiful Tasting

July 18, 2018 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Cloud Cafe, Building 10

Join us today for a lunch-time introduction and tasting with the Cloud Cafe's newest guest roaster.

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Pajama Cooking Party

July 24, 2018 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Bon Appétit would like to invite your elementary school-aged children to wear their pajamas for this two hour summertime event featuring activities in healthy breakfast eating and cooking.

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Oracle Summer Games

July 26, 2018 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Let the games begin with this year's Summer Games and Barbecue!

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August 2018

LOCALS: Marianne’s Ice Cream

August 7, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

The sweetest day of you week is today with this delicious pop-up!

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Well-Being Wednesday: Whole Foods

August 8, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

With our Whole Foods wellness theme, learn what nutrients build on one another to provide even greater benefits to your health.

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Love Food, Love Turmeric

August 28, 2018

Today in the SCA23 café spice up your lunch with a chef special featuring turmeric, learn there’s more to this spice, and take home a recipe.

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September 2018

Java Stop Welcomes New Partner!

September 10, 2018 @ 7:00 am - September 14, 2018 @ 10:30 am

North Bay artisan coffee roaster Equator Coffees & Teas and their specialty blends join us as the new Java Stop partner.

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Tomato Fest

September 19, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Take the Tomato Week celebration home with today's farmer's table.

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Eat Local Challenge 2018

September 25, 2018

Our chefs are taking on Bon Appétit Management Company's annual Eat Local Challenge!

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Consider this your wake-up call!

September 28, 2018

The day coffee aficionados look forward to all year is finally here.   Join us for National Coffee Day.

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October 2018

Food For Your Well-Being: Plant Protein

October 10, 2018

Protein plays a critical role in the body from building and maintaining muscles to keeping your hair, nails, and skin healthy.

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Oracle’s O’Yes Wellness Health Fair

October 10, 2018 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Over 20 health, fitness, and wellness professionals will be onsite to help support your wellness journey.

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Monster Mash

October 31, 2018 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

This is one work-out class you won’t want to miss!

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November 2018

Dia de los Tacos

November 1, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Taco lovers might celebrate Taco Tuesday, but this week you're going to want to push that back a couple days for the 2-day Dia de los Tacos celebration.

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Food For Your Well-Being: Party Smart

November 7, 2018

Come learn tips & tricks to enjoy special occasions the healthy way.

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Early Thanksgiving

November 15, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

Thanksgiving starts today with your cafe team creating a special lunch with all the festive fixings.

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Holiday Pie Tasting

November 16, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

It’s pumpkin! No, it’s pecan, or maybe it’s cheesecake?!  Let us help you choose your holiday pie with a sampling of this year's house-made favorites.

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January 2019

Celebrate Citrus

January 3, 2019

This month we celebrate the color and zing of winter citrus.

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February 2019

Tailgate Nachos

February 1, 2019 @ 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

Get ready for Sunday's big game with today's Super Special at the Taqueria.

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Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2019

Come see why we love you, shop for special gifts, and try our special Love Potion #9 mocha!

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Heartfelt Happy Hour

February 14, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Let us treat you to an extra special Valentine's Day with our Heartfelt Happy Hour today in the Java Stop.

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Garden Salad Workshop

February 20, 2019 @ 3:00 pm - 4:15 pm

Join us and our farming partners, Farmscape in the Victory Garden for a hands-on harvesting and DIY cold-fusion oil and vinegar salad workshop.

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March 2019

Oracle Family Movie Night – Happy Feet

March 22, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Join Mumble and his friends for a special screening of the movie Happy Feet.

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Farmworker Awareness Week (March 25-31)

March 25, 2019 - March 31, 2019

Join us in celebrating the unsung heroes of the farmworker rights movement

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April 2019

Oracle Family Movie Night; WALL-E

April 12, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

"Whirr! Clank! Ping! Beep!" Join Oracle RE&F for a special screening of the movie WALL-E.

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May 2019

Oracle Family Movie Night: Ralph Breaks the Internet

May 17, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Six years after the events of "Wreck-It Ralph," Ralph and Vanellope, now friends, discover a wi-fi router in their arcade, leading them into a new adventure.

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June 2019

Oracle Family Movie Night

June 7, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

When Hiccup discovers Toothless isn't the only Night Fury, he must seek "The Hidden World", a secret Dragon Utopia before a hired tyrant named Grimmel finds it first.

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Ripe for the picking!

June 17, 2019 - June 21, 2019

Warm weather brings summery treasures and seasonal stone fruits are at the top of the list.

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Anthony Bourdain Day

June 25, 2019

Celebrating the culinary legacy and birthday of Anthony Bourdain.

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July 2019

Oracle Family Movie Night

July 12, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

When the park of her dreams needs saving, only June’s imagination can bring it back to life.

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T-Minus….

July 16, 2019

Celebrate moon landing’s 50th anniversary with space-riff dishes.

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MEET WEBER’S MASTER GRILLER AND TEACHER, JAMIE PURVIANCE

July 18, 2019 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Grilling season is here, and so is Weber’s Ultimate Grilling!

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Summer Garden Workshop and Party

July 30, 2019 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Join Farmscape and Bon Appétit for a seasonal Garden Workshop and Party in Oracle’s Victory Garden.

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August 2019

Melon Days

August 12, 2019 - August 16, 2019

Go beyond the fruit salad and enjoy flavorful chef specials featuring summer melons.

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O’Yes, we do “ap-peach-ciate” you!

August 22, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 10:30 am

Enjoy a free peach, learn a little bit about this fruit and take a look at the various health benefits they provide.

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Oracle Family Movie Night: Cars 3

August 23, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Blindsided by a new generation of racers, Lightning McQueen is pushed out of the sport he loves. To get back in the game, he'll need the help of young race technician Cruz Ramirez.

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September 2019

Food For Your Well-Being: Portions Count

September 4, 2019 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Today's event aids in choosing reasonable portions of quality, nutrient-rich foods most of the time with the occasional “indulgent” item that will help you feel more satisfied with your choices. Enjoy the “indulgent” items as special treats.

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You Say Tomato, We Say O’Mato!

September 16, 2019 - September 20, 2019

Get ready to savor the tomato as we present Tomato Week.

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Eat Local Challenge 2019

September 24, 2019

Our chefs are taking on Bon Appétit Management Company's annual Eat Local Challenge!

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October 2019

Celebrate the Season with AppleFest

October 14, 2019 - October 18, 2019

We’re abso-fruitly excited to host Apple Week with unique apple dishes.

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National Pasta Day

October 17, 2019

It's National Pasta Day! Linguine, fettuccine, spaghetti, tortellini, ziti—the list of pastas is endless!

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THE GREAT PUMPKIN CONTEST

October 21, 2019 - October 25, 2019

Guess the pumpkin's weight to win!

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December 2019

Oracle’s Annual Mistletoe Market Holiday Fair

December 4, 2019 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Meet the artisans and shop a wide selection of unique and locally produced holiday gifts!

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January 2020

Pucker Up!

January 6, 2020

This month we celebrate the color and zing of winter citrus.

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Championship Game

January 31, 2020 @ 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

Get game day ready with today's lunch chef specials.

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February 2020

Love Potion #9

February 3, 2020

Words cannot espresso how much you mean to us but maybe this month's mocha special can try!

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C.H.E.F.S. Love at First Bite

February 10, 2020

This week’s C.H.E.F. dinner comes straight from the heart!

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Mardi Gras

February 25, 2020

A celebration fit for a king (cake)! Join us in the SCA23 café for the best of Mardi Gras food traditions and festivities.

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September 2021

Eat Local Challenge 2021: Limited Miles, Unlimited Flavors

September 21, 2021

For this year's Eat Local Challenge, our chefs will show that eating locally doesn’t mean giving up diversity of taste

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October 2022

Fall Fest

October 26, 2022 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Join us for a pumpkin-filled day of fall fun!

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August 2023

Kids Cooking Class at Oracle Santa Clara!

August 18, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am

A special hands-on cooking class with Bon Appetit chefs and Healthy Kids educators!

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September 2023

Eat Local Challenge

September 26, 2023

We’re getting rooted in local food with a meal made entirely of foods grown within 150 miles of our cafés.

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