“He made the Garlic Capital of the World something truly special.”
Don Christopher, founder of Christopher Ranch, seen with harvested garlic in one of his Gilroy, Calif., fields.Don Christopher, the founder of Christopher Ranch and America’s largest producer of California heirloom garlic, died on Monday, Dec. 12. He was 88 years old., which has delighted countless attendees since 1979, celebrating “the stinking rose” with garlicky foods such as loaded french fries and ice cream.
“There is no doubt that his legacy will endure through future generations. He made the Garlic Capital of the World something truly special, and he made a difference in countless lives,” the post read. “His love for his employees, for his community, and for his family was evident every single day, and he will be remembered for his steadfast commitment to making our hometown a better place.”
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