American Pistachio Growers Celebrates 5th Annual Pistachio Week
Statewide event, August 10–16, 2026, touts the attributes of American-grown pistachios
FRESNO, CA - July 23, 2026 --- The tasty green-tinged, protein-packed nut, bursting with healthy attributes, will take center stage August 10-16 as American Pistachio Growers (APG) celebrates its 5th Annual Pistachio Week. This weeklong celebration highlights the versatility, flavor, and quality of American-grown pistachios through special menu features at restaurants, cafés, dessert shops, and bars across California.
Now in its fifth year, Pistachio Week continues to grow, bringing together chefs, mixologists, bakers, and culinary professionals to showcase creative dishes, desserts, beverages, and other menu items featuring California-grown pistachios. Building on the success of previous years, the 2026 celebration expands into additional regions while providing participating restaurants with increased digital promotion, product support, and marketing resources.
2023 Participant - Harris Ranch
"Pistachio Week is one of my favorite programs because it unites American pistachio growers with the talented chefs, restaurateurs, bakers, baristas, ice cream makers, and other culinary professionals who transform them into something truly memorable," said Hannah Young, APG’s Global Sr. Marketing Manager. “As we celebrate our fifth year, we're excited to continue building on the program's momentum by expanding into new communities, welcoming more restaurant partners, and creating even more opportunities for consumers to discover the incredible versatility of American-grown pistachios."
2023 Participant - Schoolhouse
Consumers are encouraged to visit participating locations throughout the week to discover limited-time pistachio-inspired menu offerings and support local restaurants celebrating one of California's signature crops.
Participating restaurants and businesses:
•. Ampersand Ice Cream (Fresno, all locations)
• Bigfoot Ice Cream Truck (Fresno)
• Braised Kitchen (Tulare)
• Cafe Fina (Monterey)
• Craft 99 Pizza (Fresno)
• Cracked Pepper Bistro (Fresno)
• Elbow Room Bar & Grill (Fresno)
• The Fairway Lounge (Fresno)
• Frida Café (Fresno)
• La Piazza Italian Restaurant (Tulare)
• The Lime Lite (Fresno)
• Mama Tosca’s Italian Restaurant (Bakersfield)
• Manhattan Steakhouse & Bar (Fresno)
• Max's Bistro & Bar (Fresno)
• Mulvaney's B&L (Sacramento)
• Nora's Comfort Cuisine (Carmel-By-The-Sea)
• OakHill Wine & Bistro (Fresno)
• Old Fisherman's Grotto (Monterey)
• Papi's Mexican Grill (Fresno, all locations)
• Raphio Chocolate (Fresno)
• Reno's Place Bar & Grill (Kerman)
• School House Restaurant & Tavern (Sanger)
• Stafford's Chocolates (Porterville)
• The Kitchen at the Mission (Los Banos)
• The Vineyard Restaurant (Madera)
• Trelio Food & Wine (Clovis)
• Zaatar Bistro (Fresno, Champlain Dr. location)
To amplify the celebration, American Pistachio Growers has partnered with CA GROWN, the Ag Center, Centered Marketing, Pacific Nut Producer magazine, and KSEE 24 to promote Pistachio Week and increase awareness of participating restaurants and businesses across California. These partnerships will help connect pistachio growers and consumers with local culinary destinations while celebrating the versatility of American-grown pistachios.
2025 Participant - Trelio
For updates, featured menu items, and participating restaurant highlights throughout the week, follow American Pistachio Growers on social media.
Contact: Hannah Young
(559) 475-0435
(209) 829-9271
American Pistachio Growers
American Pistachio Growers (APG) is a non-profit trade association representing over 850 grower members in California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.
Thursday, July 23, 2026