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DECEMBER 2018 

R O S E V I L L E G R A N I T E B A Y R O C K L I N 

10 Online 

11 What’s Up 

12 Get to Know 

14 Local Matters 

18 Calendar 

20 Outtakes 

64 Introducing 

66 Last Look 

departments 

24 

26 

30 

32 

THE ARTS 

Ronnie Frostad 

HEALTH & WELLNESS 

Your Guide to 

Winter Sports 

CAUSE & EFFECT 

31 Ways to Give Back 

in 31 Days 

HOME DESIGN 

4 Tips for Effortless 

Entertaining 

35 

eat & drink 

46 

DINING SPOTLIGHT 

Folsom Palace 

48 TASTE 

Around the World in 

5 Recipes 

52 

FOODIE FIND 

The Dive Burgers 

& Brews 

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION 

SAVINGS 

GUIDE 

56 

feature 

Holiday 

Gift Guide 

75+ 

Fab Finds for All 

46 

26 

54 

55 

THE HOT LIST 

6 Best Pies 

SIP ON THIS 

3 Festive 

Cocktails 

What’s your relationship with winter sports? Do you 

buy a season ski pass before the first snowstorm of 

the season hits or is your idea of a winter workout 

maneuvering Christmas cookies to and from your 

mouth? My courtship is complicated. Growing up so 

close to the Sierras meant Friday field trips to Boreal 

Mountain Resort and Sunday fundays sledding. 

Though it sounds like a 

postcard-perfect childhood, 

the reality was much different. 

My inaugural experience 

downhill skiing was one of 

the most frigid, frightening 

days of my life. I cried more 

than I laughed and was on 

my fanny more than my 

feet. Subsequent attempts 

included injuries and a general 

fear factor that I never could 

conquer. Needless to say, 

when I moved to San Diego and traded the snow for 

the sand, I didn’t miss the mountains one bit. 

It wasn’t until returning to my roots that I truly 

started appreciating the beauty and flurry of fun we 

have in this winter wonderland of ours. Downhill 

skiing aside, residents can go snowshoeing, crosscountry 

skiing, ice-skating, or even join a curling club. 

And in this month’s Health & Wellness article, “Work 

it Out(side)” (page 26), Kourtney 

Jason guides you through various 

ventures, with the benefits/ 

calories burned, local places to try 

it, and a beginner tip for each. Even 

when the temps are tempting you 

inside, I hope it inspires you to soak 

up the snow and opt outside. 

Winter sports aren’t the only nod to the season 

this issue. We’ve packed these pages with a plethora 

of holiday fun, including “31 Ways to Give Back in 31 

Days” (page 30) where Sharon Penny proves it is indeed 

better to give (of your time and talents) than receive. 

Make it your mission to try everything on the list or 

commit to one cause and see just how warm and fuzzy 

it makes you feel. 

When it comes to giving more material things 

this month, because Christmas, I encourage you to 

check out our Holiday Gift Guide on page 35, chock-full 

of over 75 presents that’ll please the most discerning 

person on your list. The best part? Almost everything 

is available at small-box brick and mortars, so you 

can rest assured you’re doing your part to support the 

cornerstones of our community. Bonus: We’re giving 

away a few of the featured gifts; follow us on Instagram 

(@stylemags) for the details and how you can walk 

away a winner. 

For people planning to host a holiday party (bless 

you), flip to Kerrie L. Kelly’s article, “4 Tips for Effortless 

Entertaining” on page 32, featuring suggestions on 

how to be the hostess with the mostess, including 

investing in actual invites to truly set the soirée’s 

scene. And what’s an affair without alcohol? Make it 

extra spirited by preparing one of the 3 festive cocktails 

(each using locally made liquor) in Sip on This (page 55). 

Whether you loathe or love this time of year, 

remember to take a moment to appreciate the people, 

places, and things that abound and surround. Happy 

holidays! 

“We make a 

living by what we 

get. We make a 

life by what we 

give.”—Winston 

S. Churchill 

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It wouldn’t 

be 

Christmas 

without... 

“Placerville’s Festival of Lights, 

jingling stagecoach rides, and 

lighted Christmas trees lining 

Highway 50. And, of course, 

Mom’s hand-rolled sugar 

cookies and Russian tea 

cakes!”—Heather L. Becker 

“Christmas music. I’m a Christmas 

music FREAK, and trawl Dimple 

Records every year for one or 

two holiday CDs to add to my 

collection. I may be the only 

person who’s happy to hear ‘The 

Chipmunk Song’!”—Sharon 

Penny 

“Code names! As a child, my 

brother was nosy, so my mom 

began using code names that 

only she knew—instead of 

our real names—on gift tags. 

Even though the nosiness 

has (slightly) subsided, the 

tradition still continues.”— 

Emily Peter 

‘TIS THE SEASON OF THE FEAST. 

“Santa!”—Kerrie L. Kelly 

“A rainy day spent by a warm 

hearth with hot chocolate, a 

good book, and one of life’s 

greatest blessings: family.”— 

Ray Burgess 

“A tree way too big for my 

living room because it looked 

smaller in the forest before I 

cut it down.”—Debra Linn 

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what’s up 

Photos courtesy of their respective companies or organizations. 

Halldin Public Relations has 

a new home! The media 

firm has relocated to 5701 

Lonetree Boulevard, Suite 

126, in Rocklin, and even has a ninehole 

putting green...New Glory Eatery 

& Taproom has officially opened. The restaurant is located in 

Granite Bay’s Quarry Ponds Town Center and features food 

offerings that change based on what’s in season...William Jessup 

University hired Tom Sasser, an administrator from University 

of the Pacific (UOP), as chief development officer. Sasser and his 

team were able to elevate fundraising productions at UOP by 

120 percent and he’s planning to bring that same enthusiasm 

and effort to Jessup...The California-Hawaii Elks Association 

presented the City of Roseville with an award that honored Mayor 

Susan Rohan for her patriotism and excellence in promoting 

Americanism...A new authentic Italian restaurant, Trattoria 

Da Gino—owned by Betsey Alessi and her husband, Mario, 

who’s from Italy, is opening at 1465 Eureka Road, Suite 100, in 

Roseville...The Blue Line Arts Board of Directors has confirmed 

Brooke Abrames and MaryTess Mayall as their new co-executive 

directors. Abrames heads the development efforts, and Mayall 

is the lead for programs. The two have been 

interim co-directors for a few months, and 

will continue driving the mission of the 

organization...The Roseville City School 

Board is welcoming two new board 

members on December 13: Rob Baquera 

and Valerie Gross. Baquera has served as 

a Roseville City School District Foundation 

board member, and Gross developed leadership 

during her three years as the Stoneridge PTC president...The 

annual Hot Pink Fun Run this October had more than 500 

participants clad in pink, all walking and running to aid the 

Placer Breast Cancer Foundation. The family-friendly event 

allowed children and pets to participate in a one-mile survivor’s 

walk/run in addition to the 10K run and 5K walk. In total, the 

event raised $22,000 in the fight against breast cancer...Auburn’s 

Old Town Pizza was ranked 30th in Pizza Today magazine’s 

annual Hot 100 list. Rising a 

full seven places from last 

year, this local pizza shop 

reported gross sales of almost 

$6.3 million in 2017, putting it a 

slice ahead of the competition... 

Peet’s Coffee is coming to 

the Westfield Galleria! The 

coffee chain will fill the open 

space where Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant used to be. 

What’s more, you can follow up your coffee with a warm, gooey 

cinnamon roll fresh from the oven: Cinnabon is making a sweet 

return to the Galleria in the spot Sleep Number used to occupy... 

On Christmas Eve, Fairytale Town is giving the gift of free 

admission to all visiting guests from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more 

info, visit fairytaletown.org...That’s all for now, but check back 

next month for Style’s 50+ New Things to Eat, Drink, See, & Do This 

Year feature. —Alyssa Mielke 

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get to know 

Q &A 

“My 

life was 

saved, and 

now my 

purpose 

is to be a 

beneficial 

presence 

in the 

world.” 

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO YOUR YOUNGER 

SELF? 

Extend the gift of compassion, patience, and 

understanding to yourself and others. 

WHAT COMES TO YOU NATURALLY? 

Service. I feel most alive when I’m in service to 

another soul. It gives my life great meaning and 

leaves me feeling purposeful. 

WHAT’S YOUR BIGGEST PET PEEVE? 

When someone uses a pronoun (i.e., he or she) 

in place of someone’s name when the person 

they’re referring to is standing next to them. 

BIGGEST LIFE INSPIRATIONS? 

My greatest desire in life is to be a beneficial 

presence and use storytelling as a means to 

heal the wounds inflicted by mental illness and 

restore hope to those in need. 

FAVORITE HUMANITARIAN CAUSE? 

The worldwide effort to normalize the 

conversation around all forms of mental illness, 

and the global push to reduce the numbers of 

deaths by suicide. 

David 

Woods 

Bartley 

BEST WORDS OF WISDOM YOU’VE RECEIVED? 

My big brother, Major General John R. Bartley 

(Ret.), taught me the true meaning of servant 

leadership, the impact of remembering a 

person’s name, and the healing power of a 

good old-fashioned handwritten note. 

Although he didn’t know it 

at the time, the day David 

Woods Bartley found 

himself standing on the 

edge of the Foresthill Bridge in Auburn— 

planning to jump—would prove to only be 

the beginning of his journey, not the end. 

It had been a long and difficult road to 

that fateful day in August 2011. Bartley 

had spent his youth dealing with chronic 

depression, following a series of childhood 

traumas including the early loss of his 

father and sexual abuse at the hands of a 

trusted community leader. He later found 

solace in running an animal sanctuary 

for senior and special-needs pets, but the 

pressure of caring for over 100 animals 

took its toll on his already-tenuous mental 

health. “My self-care went out the window,” 

he recalls. Fortunately, first responders 

were able to bring Bartley down from 

the precipice and get him the help he so 

desperately needed. 

Bartley is now a public speaker and 

mental health advocate (davidwoodsbartley. 

com)—using stories of his experiences with 

animals to help destigmatize mental illness 

and reach out to those struggling to go 

from “mental hellness to mental wellness.” 

He also serves on numerous community 

and nonprofit boards, including the Placer 

County Mental Health Alcohol and Drug 

Advisory Board (MHADAB), the National 

Storytelling Network’s Healing Story 

Alliance, and Bread of Life, a communitybenefit 

educational organization. For Bartley, 

it’s all about spreading a message of hope. 

“My life was saved, and now my purpose is 

to be a beneficial presence in the world,” he 

shares. “I want people to know it’s possible to 

achieve mental health.” 

—Amber Foster 

favorites 

Author/writer 

Irving Townsend (Separate Lifetimes) 

Guilty pleasures 

Blueberry muffins, fruit basket cake, and appetizers 

Meal in town 

Mahi Mahi Burrito with a side of rice and beans at 

Dos Coyotes Border Café 

Local landmark 

William Jessup University 

Movie 

It’s a Wonderful Life 

Musician/band 

George Winston 

Annual event 

Christmas lights in the Fab 40s 

Saying 

“The world is my country, all mankind are my 

brethren, and to do good is my religion.”—Thomas 

Paine 

Do you know someone in the community who makes a 

difference or is particularly interesting that we should Get 

to Know? Email their name, where they live, and why they 

should be featured to megan@stylemg.com. 


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features breathtaking special effects, dazzling choreography, and classic 

songs. This lavish production will blow you away from the moment the 

tornado touches down and transports you to a dazzling Oz, complete with 

munchkins and flying monkeys. 

JERSEY BOYS 

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Go behind the music and inside the story of Frankie Valli and The Four 

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is the musical that’s just too good to be true. Featuring the legendary Top Ten 

hits “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Walk Like A Man,” “Can’t Take My Eyes 

Off You,” and “December, 1963 (Oh What A Night).” 

KINKY BOOTS: THE MUSICAL 

THE NATIONAL TOUR 

FRI–SUN FEB 15–17 

Kinky Boots is Broadway’s huge-hearted, high-heeled hit! With songs by 

Grammy ® and Tony ® winning pop icon Cyndi Lauper, this joyous musical 

celebration is about the friendships we discover, and the belief that you can 

change the world when you change your mind. Inspired by true events, Kinky 

Boots takes you from a gentlemen’s shoe factory in Northampton to the 

glamorous catwalks of Milan. 

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local matters 

Roseville Parks and Recreation 

Merry & Bright by PAM ALLEN 

SEASON’S EATINGS: PlacerGROWN by CAROL ARNOLD 

LEMONS 

DID YOU KNOW // Meyer lemons were first introduced to 

the U.S. from China in the early 1900s by Frank Meyer, from 

whom they got their name. They are thought to be a cross between a lemon and a mandarin 

orange, hence their sweeter taste. 

NUTRITION // When life gives you 

lemons, it must be winter at the 

farmers’ market! High in vitamin 

C and antioxidants, citrus is a great 

way to put sunshine on your plate. 

The two most common types in our 

area are Eureka (also known as Lisbon) and Meyer. Eureka 

lemons are larger, with thick, textured, bright skin and 

medium yellow pulp. These lemons are highly acidic 

and only moderately sweet, so you get a real “pucker” 

with them. Meyer lemons are smaller and rounder with 

a smooth, thin orange skin, dark yellow pulp, and a spicy bergamot fragrance on their rinds 

that tastes and smells more like an herb or spice. They’re only moderately acidic so they taste 

much sweeter and can be added raw to salads or desserts . They’re also a favorite with cooks, 

thanks to their abundance of juice. While Eurekas are readily available year-round, Meyers 

are more seasonal and available December through May. 

The Christmas tree is lit, and we’re eagerly awaiting 

Santa’s return to town on December 4-13. If you want 

to see when the man in red and his elves are visiting a 

neighborhood near you, check the Neighborhood Santa 

website. Pro tip: Search for your address and zoom in to 

see the approximate times along the route. 

Looking for affordable ways to keep the kids and 

holiday visitors busy this month? The Roseville Utility 

Exploration Center is hosting a Home for the Holidays 

exhibit where you can gain helpful hints on how to ease 

the holiday stress on you and your home this season. 

The Maidu Museum & Historic Site has extended hours following the Christmas holiday; 

be sure to stop by between 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on December 26-29 to check out this historical 

and cultural gem in Maidu Regional Park. 

There are also extended hours for recreational swim at Mike Shellito Indoor Pool and the 

climbing wall at the Roseville Sports Center over winter break. Visit 

the website for details. 

Give your noble fir a proper farewell by cutting it into smaller 

sections and placing it in your green waste container; alternatively, 

find a tree drop-off location near you or support our local Boy 

Scouts and have them pick it up for you. 

Meyer Lemon Confit 

For more 

information, visit 

roseville.ca.us/ 

holidays. 

For details on where 

to buy Placer County 

farm-fresh produce, 

wine, meat, and other 

local products, visit 

placergrown.org. 

SELECTION AND STORAGE // It’s important to note that citrus is picked at optimal 

ripeness and won’t ripen further on the counter. Knowing this, you should look for fruit 

with clear, blemish-free rinds that feel heavy and avoid those with soft, tender spots 

or wrinkled skin. Smell the citrus and choose ones with a strong, sweet smell. You can 

FOR THE RECIPE TO MAKE MEYER LEMON CONFIT, VISIT STYLERGBR.COM. 

CATCH ALL 

Masters of 

Their Craft 

This past October, 25 local residents out 

of 80 overall winners earned national 

championship titles at the United 

World Taekwondo Association (UWTA) 

Grand National Championships. 

Remarkably, all of the 25 winners train 

at Pourarian's Taekwondo at THE 

STUDIO Martial Arts & Fitness, located 

in Roseville. Master Amitis Pourarian, 

a former U.S. team member herself, is 

incredibly proud of her students and 

says it takes "years of training under 

a certified instructor" to earn a black 

belt. "A good taekwondo student is one 

who wants to continuously improve 

as a person and a martial artist," she 

continues. The UWTA Grand National 

Championships is for black belts only, 

and competitors compete within 

their age range and skill levels. The 

local winners range in age from 8-60, 

proving taekwondo is an activity for 

all. "[Taekwondo is] for anyone seeking 

personal growth and mental and 

physical development. Kids and adults 

of any age can benefit from this selfimprovement 

program," says Pourarian, 

who got involved in taekwondo after a 

friend invited her to a class. In addition 

to taekwondo, THE STUDIO offers 

fitness, dance, and self-defense classes, 

ninja obstacle courses, kids’ camps, and 

classes for families and seniors. —Emily 

Peter 

For more information, visit 

trainatthestudio.com. 

always ask the grower for a sample. Store 

some on the counter and the rest in a cool, 

dry location. Make sure to throw out any 

fruit that starts to rot, so it doesn’t spread 

throughout your citrus. 

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Celebrate New Year’s Eve 

The 10 Spot by TARA MENDANHA 

It’s time to look back and celebrate all the good this past year 

has brought us. Whether it’s through fine food or family fun, 

make the last day of the year count with these local happenings. 

Goodbye 2018—you’ve been great! 

Sutter Street Theatre in Folsom is hosting a New Year’s Eve Show 

and Party beginning at 7 p.m. with hors d’oeuvres and a no-host 

bar. A delicious Italian dinner will then be served followed by a 

performance of The Carsino Show—a spoof on The Tonight Show 

Starring Johnny Carson as if enacted by members of the “mafia.” 

Later, welcome the new year with champagne or apple cider and 

noisemakers. Call 916-353-1001 to make a reservation. 

Ring in 2019 at Roseville Topgolf’s Big NYE Bash where you can enjoy 

live entertainment, a chef-inspired menu, and an unforgettable 

midnight celebration. All their New Year’s Eve packages include 

unlimited game play from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. for up to six guests, front 

row seats to a midnight fireworks show, and party favors to help 

celebrate NYE in style. topgolf.com/us/promo/new-years-eve 

Dust off those dancing shoes and head to Randy Peters Catering & 

Event Center in Roseville for DJ Supe Live for New Year’s Eve from 

7 p.m. to 1 a.m. This will be an elegant night to remember, as DJ 

Supe brings in 2019 with a bang. The black-tie affair will feature club 

classics as well as today’s hits. Contact 916-768-4753 for reservations. 

No plans for NYE? The movies are always a good idea no matter 

what time of year. For something a little extra, catch a movie and 

dinner at Studio Movie Grill in Rocklin and make an evening of it. 

ASK THE Expert 

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO PRUNE MY TREES AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? 

December releases include the epic Aquaman, fantastical Mortal 

Engines, funny Second Act, and nostalgic Mary Poppins Returns. 

studiomoviegrill.com 

The holiday season isn’t over yet! There’s a lot of good cheer to be 

found at the Folsom Historic District Ice Rink that’s open through 

January 21. When you’re giddy after a romp on the ring, head down 

to any of the cozy restaurants in and around Sutter Street for some 

tasty fuel to take on 2019. folsomicerink.com 

Ride into the night with Sacramento RiverTrain’s New Year’s Eve 

Beer and Wine Bash. Departing from West Sacramento (400 

North Harbor Boulevard) at 9 p.m. (boarding is at 8:30 p.m.), 

celebrations will include a DJ and dancing; hors d’oeuvres; 

wine, cider, and beer tasting; and a midnight champagne toast. 

sacramentorivertrain.com/calendar 

Thunder Valley Casino Resort in Lincoln is where Creedence 

Clearwater Revisited will perform two shows on December 31 

(8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.). The band features founding members 

Stu Cook and Doug Clifford, so be prepared for some 

serious nostalgia as they perform hit songs live in concert. 

thundervalleyresort.com/entertainment 

Crocker Art Museum’s Noon Year’s Eve Family Festival is a free 

treat for the entire family. Adults and kids are invited to dress 

in purple in keeping with the décor, and enjoy live music by 

Pan United Youth Movement, folk dancing, festive activities 

throughout the museum, and the Far East Dragon Lion Dance 

Association who will kick-start the fun. crockerart.org 

Eat, drink, and be merry! Bacchus House in Folsom is hosting 

their New Year Bash with live music by 4Thought, great food, 

and fine wine; Sienna in El Dorado Hills and Roseville will serve 

a special four-course dinner paired with two premium wines; 

The Farm Table in Placerville will have a multiple course prix 

fixe menu with champagne, local wine, and unique desserts. 

bacchushousebistro.com; siennarestaurants.com; ourfarmtable. 

com 

Want to start next year on the right foot? Placer Food Bank 

in Roseville invites individuals and business or corporates to 

volunteer their time on December 31 (limited spots available) or 

donate dry, packaged goods to their warehouse. Remember— 

charity doesn’t end on January 1! Let’s keep the spirit of giving alive 

all through 2019. placerfoodbank.org 

Pruning—such as deadwood removal or 

thinning—is acceptable year-round in 

Northern California, but tree species can 

also determine timing. Small trees should 

be pruned carefully, and newly planted trees 

shouldn’t be pruned heavily. Structural 

pruning early on in a tree’s life can prevent 

other issues that’ll help it grow correctly. Recent research has 

proven that aboveground growth encourages root growth. We 

recommend consulting with an arborist to determine what 

your trees needs are. 

Phillip Dufort, ISA Certified Arborist // Acorn Arboricultural 

Services, Inc. // 631 Commerce Drive, Roseville // 916-787-8733, 

787tree.com 

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and wagon rides, craft projects, and more. rocklintreelighting.org 

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA 

This classic holiday event for preschool-aged children and their 

families on December 15 at the Rocklin Event Center includes a tasty 

breakfast (provided by local Boy Scouts) with Santa, followed by a 

variety of activities. 

Photo courtesy of Rocklin Parks and Recreation. 

THE GIVING TREE 

Bring joy to children who need it most by selecting an ornament with 

a gift wish on it from the Rocklin Parks & Recreation Office or Rocklin 

Police Department. Return the new, unwrapped present in a gift 

bag where you grabbed the ornament. All donations benefit Placer 

County Children’s System of Care. 

SPORTS PROGRAMS 

The City of Rocklin has partnered with Skyhawks Sports Academy 

and the National Academy of Athletics to offer various winter 

sports programs, including a basketball camp (ages 6-14), basketball 

league (ages 6-14), soccer tots (ages 3-5), and tot hoopsters (ages 3-4). 

Registration is currently open. teamsideline.com/rocklinrecsports 

Stay up to date on these activities and others by following the City of Rocklin 

on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @rocklinparksrec. For more information, 

visit rocklin.ca.us/events. 


calendar 

DECEMBER 

December is National 

by ALYSSA MIELKE 

1 

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA. 

Enjoy a tasty pancake breakfast 

with your family, visit with Santa, 

make crafts, and play reindeer 

games at the Roseville Sports 

Center. Times are 8:30 a.m. and 9:15 

a.m.; pre-registration is required. 

roseville.ca.us/residents/city_ 

events/breakfast_with_santa 

1 

CRAB FEED. Roseville Police 

Activities League (RPAL) is 

hosting a Hawaiian-themed crab 

feed from 5-10 p.m. @the Grounds. A 

no-host bar, music, raffle, and silent 

auction are all included with a ticket. 

Proceeds benefit programs by RPAL 

and the Placer Sheriff’s Activities 

League. palcrabfeed.wixsite.com/ 

mysite 

1 

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS PARADE. 

Gaze at the various floats all lit 

up at this parade beginning at 5:30 

p.m. in Downtown Auburn. Awards will 

be given to floats that are especially 

creative and use lights in a memorable 

way. auburnchamber.net/festival-oflights-parade 

1 

ELF THE MUSICAL JR. Don’t 

miss Roseville Theatre Arts 

Academy’s first Treehouse Players 

1 

production of the 2018-2019 

season at 7 p.m. Find out what 

happens when a young orphan boy 

mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag 

of gifts, reaches the North Pole, 

and is raised as an elf, only to later 

realize he’s actually a human and 

travels to New York to find his father. 

rosevilletheatreartsacademy.com 

(THROUGH 15) 

1 

MOUNTAIN MANDARIN 

ORCHARD DAYS. Join the 

Mountain Mandarin Growers’ 

Association for two weekends full 

of artists, mandarin products, local 

wine and ale tasting, visits with 

Santa, farm animals, face painting, 

fruits, vegetables, and more. The 

fun goes from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each 

day. mountainmandarins.com/ 

mandarin-orchard-days.html 

(ALSO 2 & 15-16) 

STEAMPUNK VICTORIAN HOLIDAY FAIRE. Don’t miss over 20 

artists and vendors—dressed in their finest steampunk-Victorian 

garb—live music, a make-and-take pop-up studio, photos with 

“Steampunk-Victorian Santa,” and refreshments from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. 

on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday at High Hand Gallery in 

Loomis. highhandartgallery.com 

(ALSO 2) 

Month 

2 

ORANGE IS THE NEW PINK 

5K WALK. Support breast 

cancer research and education 

through this family-friendly stroll 

through mandarin groves. The walk 

starts at 8:30 a.m. at 2334 Mandarin 

Hill Lane in Penryn and travels 

along Penryn’s Mandarin Trail. 

Register online for the pancakes and 

mimosas after. mandarinwalk.org 

4 

MESSIAH SING-ALONG. 

Sing along as the Auburn 

Symphony performs selections 

from Handel’s great masterpiece 

with nationally renowned guest 

soloists and members of choruses 

from around the region. The concert 

is from 7:30-9 p.m. at the Placer 

High School Auditorium in Auburn. 

auburnsymphony.com 

8 

ME-ONE FOUNDATION MASQUERADE BALL. Join the Me-One 

6 Foundation for a night of dinner, dancing, and a silent and live 

auction at the Timber Creek Ballroom from 5:30-10:30 p.m. Proceeds 

go toward providing scholarships for Camp Wieser, which gives families 

impacted by cancer the ability to rekindle connections, laugh, share, 

and remember what “normal” feels like. me-onefoundation.org/events 

OLD TOWN AUBURN 

CLASSIC CHRISTMAS. The 

streets of Auburn are hosting an 

Notable 

Happenings 

2 HANUKKAH BEGINS 

21 WINTER SOLSTICE 

24 CHRISTMAS EVE 

25 CHRISTMAS 

31 NEW YEAR’S EVE 

old-fashioned 

holiday right 

out of the 1800s 

featuring photos 

with Santa, 

carolers, a winter 

bonfire, local artists, 

food and drinks, a 

Holiday Open House, and special 

deals by local businesses from 5-9 

p.m. oldtownauburnca.com 

(ALSO 15) 

31 

NOON YEAR’S EVE FAMILY 

FESTIVAL. From 10 a.m. to 

2 p.m., families can count down 

to 2018 at this fun, free, purplethemed 

celebration at Crocker 

Art Museum. Live music, dance 

performances, and festive art 

activities ensure you’ll have a New 

Year’s celebration that everyone can 

stay awake for. crockerartmuseum. 

org/event/1766/2018-12-31 

Pear image ©Roman Samokhin - stock.adobe.com. Steampunk Victorian photo courtesy of High Hand Gallery. Other photos courtesy of their respective companies or organizations. 


more events 

1 

ANNIE THE MUSICAL. Rocklin 

Community Theatre is putting 

on the classic heartwarming story of 

a spunky orphan girl named Annie 

from New York City who spends a day 

with a millionaire, Oliver Warbucks. 

Her search for her parents attracts 

con artists who hatch a plot to 

kidnap Annie and take the $50,000 

reward sponsored by Warbucks. 

Times vary. rocklintheatre.org 

(ALSO 2, 7-9, & 13-16) 

1 

LINCOLN HILLS HOLIDAY 

HOME TOUR. Tour six elegantly 

decorated homes in Sun City Lincoln 

Hills from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at this 

event hosted by the Kiwanis Club 

of Lincoln. Two shopping areas, 

complimentary refreshments, 

and a silent auction are also part 

of the day's festivities. Proceeds 

benefit the Kiwanis Family House. 

lincolnkiwanis.org/hometour 

1 

GRANITE BAY NATIVITY 

EXHIBIT. Peruse over 500 

nativities from all around the world, 

and listen to local church, school, 

and community choirs perform 

at the Church of Jesus Christ of 

Latter-Day Saints in Granite Bay 

from noon to 9 p.m. A live nativity 

in the evenings, nativity-related 

kids’ activities, and a photo op 

where kids can dress up as part of 

the nativity scene are also available. 

Admission is free. facebook.com/ 

granitebaynativityexhibit 

1 

NICHOLSON BLOWN GLASS 

HOLIDAY OPEN STUDIO. 

Sip on hot apple cider while you 

watch demonstrations and peruse 

unique gifts at 5555 Bell Road in 

Auburn from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

nicholsonblownglass.com/shows. 

htm 

(ALSO 2, 8-9, & 15-16) 

2 

THE FALLS HOLIDAY 

BOUTIQUE AND GIFT 

SHOPPE. Bring your kids to this 

boutique, where they can watch 

holiday movies while you shop 

from over 30 local vendors’ unique 

gifts at The Falls Event Center from 

2-7 p.m. Food vendors are also 

available, and admission is free. 

thefallseventcenter.com/real-events/ 

roseville-2018-holiday-boutique 

2 

WINDS OF FAITH CHRISTMAS 

CONCERT. Winds of Faith, 

a community wind ensemble, 

presents a free Christmas concert 

at Town and Country Lutheran 

Church in Sacramento at 6 p.m. 

and on December 9 at St. Augustine 

Episcopal Church in Rocklin at 6 p.m. 

windsoffaith.com 

(ALSO 9) 

2 

WINTER CHORAL CONCERT. 

Listen to popular and seasonal 

chorus music by Sierra College 

Chamber and Concert Choirs 

under the direction of Kim Osteen- 

Petreshock at Sierra College’s Dietrich 

Theatre from 3-4 p.m. sierracollege. 

edu/events 

7 

CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS. 

Jessup Music presents new 

arrangements of your favorite 

Christmas tunes—performed by their 

choir, orchestra, Jessup Concert Choir, 

Crossroads, and jazz band—at this 

lively concert beginning at 7 p.m. 

jessupmusic.com/Christmas 

(THROUGH 9) 

8 

SANTA IN THE PARK. 

The Roseville Coalition of 

Neighborhood Associations invites 

you to see Santa arrive in a fire truck 

at the Roseville Sports Center at 

Mahany Park. Cookies, punch, live 

entertainment, and crafts are all free 

from 1-4:30 pm. rcona.org/index/ 

rcona-events/santa-in-thepark/2016- 

santa-in-the-park-r194 

8 

LOOMIS BASIN HOLIDAY 

HOME TOUR. Visit beautifully 

decorated homes in Loomis, shop 

at the Holiday Boutique at H. 

Clarke Powers Elementary School, 

enjoy performances by the Loomis 

Student’s Choir, and peruse the 

student art show from 9 a.m. to 4 

p.m. There will also be a gourmet 

buffet lunch from 11 a.m. to 2:30 

p.m. Proceeds benefit the Loomis 

Basin Education Foundation and 

the elementary schools within 

the district. facebook.com/ 

loomisbasinholidayhometour 

13 

ARTMIX: FAME. Glam it up 

as your favorite celebrity and 

walk the red carpet for a paparazzi 

paradise of fashion shorts and 

more. With DJ Epik, tribute bands, 

celebrity impersonators, and 

karaoke, everyone will be able to 

catch a glimpse of stardom at the 

Crocker Art Museum. Guests 21 

and over are invited to this event 

from 6-9:30 p.m. crockerart.org/ 

event/1792/2018-12-13 

14 

HOLIDAY CABARET. 

McLaughlin Studio Theatre in 

Loomis brings you Broadway’s best 

show tunes, dance performances, 

and lots of holiday cheer. Show times 

are 7 p.m. on December 14 and 15 

and 2 p.m. on December 15 and 16. 

The performance also doubles as a 

fund-raiser for McLaughlin Theatre 

Company’s youth scholarship 

program. theatre.mclaughlinstudios. 

com 

(THROUGH 16) 

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AUBURN WINE, ALE, AND FOOD FESTIVAL 

October 13-14 // Downtown and Old Town 

Auburn 

At this annual event, attendees strolled through 

local shops tasting paired wine and beer with 

food from 20 area eateries. The following 

morning, a five-course brunch—prepared by 

renowned Placer County chefs—was served at 

Park Victorian. 

Photos by MEGAN WISKUS 

LOOMIS EGGPLANT STREET FAIRE AND 

FESTIVAL 

October 6 // Horseshoe Bar Road, Loomis 

Thousands of eggplant lovers enjoyed live music, 

dishes utilizing the purple produce, arts & crafts, 

kids’ activities, an Eggplant Cooking Contest, and 

more. 

1 Tai Tran with Peggy Word and Kollin Tanahashi 2 Nancie 

McLaughlin, Tim Stephenson, and Greg McLaughlin 

3 Amanda Gray & Whiskey Savage Band 4 Ava Mattia 

5 Sharon Dunn, Brandon Lawrence, and Donny Dunn 

Photos MARTHA GARCIA 

BACON AND BREW BASH 

October 6 // Roseville Police Activities League 

Center 

This annual fundraiser hosted by Roseville Police 

Activities League (RPAL) included beer from 

local breweries, bacon-inspired dishes from area 

eateries, music, dancing, a silent auction, and 

raffles. All funds raised from the sold-out event 

benefitted RPAL and its mission to enrich the lives 

of Roseville youth by providing safe, supervised 

environments for recreational, athletic, social, 

educational, and cultural activities. 

Photos by 916PIX 

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OKTOBERFEST 

September 22 // The Train Depot, Loomis 

This annual event hosted by Loomis Basin 

Brewing Company brought over 500 guests 

together for German polka music, bounce 

houses, a dunk tank, pumpkin decorating 

stations, the annual stein holding competition, 

and plenty of pints. 

Photos by LEXI AINSWORTH 

PLACERGROWN FARM AND BARN TOUR 

October 7 // Various Placer County farms, 

ranches, and orchards 

Guests enjoyed self-guided expeditions of farms, 

ranches, and vineyards in the beautiful Placer 

County countryside at this annual autumn event. 

Each venue featured different activities, tours, 

and demonstrations that included farm-fresh 

meats and veggies. 

1 Kristen and Daniel Berlant with Angela and Alex 

Flanders 2 Connor 3 Ainsley and Hudson 4 Shannon 

Ousley, Courtney McDonald, and Alice Shreve 5 Eloise 

and Peter Grimes 6 Liam Scanlan 7 Tom and Sue 

Peterson 8 Nora and Adam 

Photos courtesy of KURT BERTILSON AND PLACERGROWN 

REINVENT THE RUNWAY 

October 5 // Hacker Lab at Sierra College, 

Rocklin 

Fifty artists and design teams accepted the 

challenge to take ordinary clothes and objects and 

transform them into pieces of art at this annual 

fashion show. Teams won in categories such as 

“Most Inspirational” and “Best Cause.” 

1 John Marin and Jim Crosthwaite 2 Barbara Burge, 

Debra Hosler, and Lesli Goto 3 Emma Mills and Alliya 

Smith Brown 4 Alexander Chesebro 5 Melissa McGinnis 

and William Palitti 6 Julie Moore, Patricia Bradley, Sheri 

Williams, Heather Bradley, Erica Wilmoth, Nataani Chee, 

and Stella Wilmoth 

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Ronnie 

Frostad 

A Monumental 

Success 

by HEATHER L. BECKER 

Ronnie Frostad grew 

up in an artistic 

home. Her mother, a 

talented multimedia 

painter, was the 

inspiration and 

influence behind 

her creative passion. Although fear of 

being a starving artist lead her to pursue 

a formal education in dentistry, Frostad’s 

artistic ardor eventually found her 

studying sculpture at Sierra College and 

UC Davis. The artist—who also teaches 

weekend workshops on basic sculpting 

techniques—is now the only woman 

in the country to own a bronze casting 

foundry: Frostad Atelier. “I’m definitely 

a woman in a man’s world, and I was 

not well-received in the early days,” 

shares Frostad. “I think because mostly 

men dominated my position, I took 

risks not fully understanding the high 

consequences that hung in the shadows.” 

Frostad’s newest work is an eight-foot 

personal piece that will debut this spring 

at her gallery, which is open to the public 

every second Saturday. 


Artwork photo courtesy of RONNIE FROSTAD. 

Artist photos by DANTE FONTANA.

HLB: WHAT’S THE STORY BEHIND FROSTAD 

ATELIER? 

RF: When I took one of my sculptures to 

a small foundry to be cast, my thirst for 

bronze began, and I’m not sure the thirst 

can be quenched in one lifetime. In 1998, 

Frostad Atelier Foundry was born in Rocklin’s 

Stanford Ranch Business Park. I began with 

a crew of one and breathed, ate, and slept 

with bronze. When I outgrew the facility, I 

moved to the former Air Force foundry at 

McClellan Park, which was 26,000 square feet 

and had overhead cranes left from World War 

II. This allowed me to grow and construct 

monumental size sculptures for artists from 

all over the U.S. After 10 years at McClellan, 

I decided to build a more state-of-the-art 

foundry and gallery in North Natomas. 

HLB: HOW DO YOU FEEL BEING ONE OF FEW WOMEN IN YOUR INDUSTRY? 

RF: New clients often expect to hear a man’s voice when they call for the first time because 

of my name. Foundry work is hot, dangerous, and labor-intensive—we pour molten bronze 

at 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit and have forklifts and cranes for extremely heavy lifting. Over 

the years, I trained myself through on-the-job experience to the point where I can consult 

artists, both men and women, about bronze casting their work. I feel I’m now accepted as 

an equal in the field. 

HLB: WHAT’S YOUR “WHOLE LOTTA LOVE” PROGRAM? 

RF: “Whole Lotta Love” began as a tribute to my first-born grandson Tyler, 13 years ago. I 

wanted to preserve his cute baby hands and feet forever. My husband is a dentist, and we 

took impressions of Tyler’s hand and foot and formed wax replicas. The replicas were then 

cast in bronze and finished, patined, and mounted on a base producing a living sculpture. 

We now offer the service to other parents/grandparents, in addition to making sculptures 

of couples holding hands, dentists and physicians holding instruments, and even replicas 

of dogs’ paws. 

HLB: HOW DO YOU SEEK INSPIRATION? 

RF: My inspiration is everyday life—it’s not always something visual. Sometimes a smell 

can ignite a memory and inspire an idea. I think artists are born with a sixth sense that 

helps us to see, hear, and feel on a different level. frostadatelier.com 


health & wellness 

Work it 

Out 

(side) 

Your Guide to Winter Sports 

by KOURTNEY JASON 

E 

ven if the temperature is low, you don’t 

have to move your workout indoors. 

Whether you stay in town or drive to the 

mountains, our area offers an array of 

fun winter activities that double as great 

workouts, from skiing and snowboarding to ice-skating and 

even curling. 

Jason Collin, a physical therapist at the Barton Center for 

Orthopedics & Wellness as well as a winter sports enthusiast, 

says: “Studies show that spending time outside, in nature, 

reduces stress levels, helps balance metabolism, lowers blood 

pressure, and creates a better workout.” Collin adds, “For all 

activities, remember that cold temperatures can cause your 

body to lose heat faster than your body can produce it. As you 

head outside, always dress properly, stay hydrated, know your 

surroundings, and use common sense.” Grab your skies, ice 

skates, or a sled, and have a (snow)ball this season! 

1 ICE-SKATING 

BENEFITS/CALORIES BURNED: Brian Jackson, owner of the Folsom 

Historic District Ice Rink, says you can burn 250-670 calories ice-skating 

for 30 minutes, though it depends on how much you weigh and how 

fast you’re skating. “Ice-skating is a great way to increase your cardio 

while having fun gliding on the ice and listening to music,” he says. 

“You’ll improve your balance as well, so don’t be surprised if you feel 

it in your thighs, lower back, and stomach muscles.” 

TRY IT: Folsom Historic District Ice Rink (200 Wool Street, Folsom, 916- 

936-4410, folsomicerink.com); Skatetown Ice Arena (1009 Orlando 

Avenue, Roseville, 916-783-8550, skatetown.biz) 

BEGINNER TIP: “If you’re a beginner, there are some balance techniques 

that can be practiced at home or school, such as standing on one foot 

while doing tasks such as preparing dinner or talking to your friends. 

Do this for as long as you can before switching feet and as often as you 

can before skating. While you might look a little silly, who will have the 

last laugh when skating?” Jackson says. 

Snowshoeing photo by Chris Bartkowski. Ice-skating photo courtesy of the Folsom Historic District Ice Rink. 


Cross-country and downhill skiing photos courtesy of The Abbi Agency. Showshoeing photo by Jeff Dow, courtesy of Barton Health. 

2 

CROSS-COUNTRY 

SKIING 

BENEFITS/CALORIES BURNED: Alpenglow 

Sports staffer Janice Pilkington says crosscountry 

skiing (also known as Nordic skiing) 

is one of the best aerobic activities you can 

do. It’s an endurance sport that’s good for 

the heart and lungs, similar to running or 

cycling. It can burn 500-1,000 calories per 

hour, depending on whether the trail is flat 

or uphill. 

TRY IT: Tahoe Cross-Country Ski Area (925 

Country Club Drive, Tahoe City, 530-583-5475, 

tahoexc.org); Royal Gorge Cross-Country Ski 

Resort (9411 Pahatsi Road, Soda Springs, 530- 

426-3871, royalgorge.com) 

BEGINNER TIP: “Even if you’re an avid downhill 

skier, don’t expect to be a great cross-country 

skier. Soft boots and edgeless skis provide 

a challenge for all first-timers. When in 

doubt, hire an instructor,” says Sean Kristl, 

director of sales and marketing at Alpenglow 

Expeditions. 

3 

DOWNHILL 

SKIING 

BENEFITS/CALORIES BURNED: Skiing 

improves your strength and balance, 

Pilkington says. “When you do longer runs 

without stopping, you’ll also notice that you’re 

a bit out of breath,” she says. “If you choose to 

be really adventurous and go backcountry 

skiing—where you put climbing skins on 

your skis and go uphill outside the resorts 

under your own power—you’ll get a great 

aerobic workout.” Kristl adds that downhill 

skiing builds leg muscles and core strength, 

and you can burn 300-500 calories in an hour, 

depending on the intensity. “Powder-skiing 

will burn more calories; groomed skiing will 

burn less,” he says. 

TRY IT: Sierra-at-Tahoe (1111 Sierra-at- 

Tahoe Road, Twin Bridges, 530-659-7453, 

sierraattahoe.com); Sugar Bowl Resort (629 

Sugar Bowl Road, Norden, 530-426-9000, 

sugarbowl.com); Northstar California (5001 

Northstar Drive, Truckee, 530-562-2267, 

northstarcalifornia.com); Squaw Valley- 

Alpine Meadows (1960 Squaw Valley Road, 

Olympic Valley, 800-403-0206, squawalpine. 

com); Heavenly Mountain Resort (4080 Lake 

Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, 775-586- 

7000, skiheavenly.com); Kirkwood Mountain 

Resort (1501 Kirkwood Meadows Drive, 

Kirkwood, 209-258-6000, kirkwood.com) 

BEGINNER TIP: Pilkington recommends, 

newcomers take advantage of [a resort's] 

packages that [typically] include lift tickets 

with rentals and lessons. “The resorts offer 

them at discounts because they want you to 

come back and know your experience will 

be better if you take a lesson and have good 

equipment.” 

4 

SNOWSHOEING 

BENEFITS/CALORIES BURNED: “Similar to 

hiking or running, snowshoeing is 

a fantastic cardiovascular 

workout. Deeper snow 

makes it more difficult 

and a harder workout, 

while sturdy snow 

underfoot makes it 

drastically easier,” 

Kristl says. Depending 

on pace and snow type, 

a snowshoer can burn 

between 500-1,000 calories per hour. 

TRY IT: California Sno-Parks, including Donner 

Summit (near Truckee off I-80), Blackwood 

Canyon (near Tahoe City off Highway 89), 

Carson Pass (off Highway 88), Echo Lake (off 

Highway 50), Iron Mountain (off Highway 

88 near Kirkwood ski area), Lake Alpine (off 

Highway 4), Meiss Meadow (off Highway 

88 near Carson Pass), Spicer Reservoir (off 

Highway 4), Taylor Creek (off Highway 89 near 

Fallen Leaf Lake), and Yuba Pass (off Highway 

49) 

BEGINNER TIP: “Hiking boots with a pair of 

warm wool socks work well for footwear. 

Snowshoes come in a variety of sizes and 

materials. The bigger you are, the bigger 

the surface area you need to keep you from 

sinking. Also, deeper/softer snow requires a 

bigger snowshoe,” Pilkington says. “Going out 

in deep, untracked snow is very physically 

demanding. Most people try to find a trail 

that’s been groomed at a Nordic skiing center 

or a packed snowmobile trail.” 

5 SNOWBOARDING 

BENEFITS/CALORIES BURNED: Nadia 

Guerriero, vice president and general 

manager at Northstar California, says 

snowboarding, like skiing, is a full-body 

activity, which means doing it requires 

feeling the position of different body 

parts and having an awareness of the 

effort that goes into moving those parts. 

It can burn between 300-600 calories an 

hour, depending on how hard you work. 

TRY IT: Sierra-at-Tahoe (1111 Sierra-At- 

Tahoe Road, Twin Bridges, 530-659-7453, 

sierraattahoe.com); Sugar Bowl Resort (629 

Sugar Bowl Road, Norden, 530-426-9000, 

sugarbowl.com); Northstar California (5001 

Northstar Drive, Truckee, 530-562-2267, 

northstarcalifornia.com); Squaw Valley- 


health & wellness 

Alpine Meadows (1960 Squaw Valley Road, 

Olympic Valley, 800-403-0206, squawalpine. 

com); Heavenly Mountain Resort (4080 Lake 

Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, 775-586- 

7000, skiheavenly.com); Kirkwood Mountain 

Resort (1501 Kirkwood Meadows Drive, 

Kirkwood, 209-258-6000, kirkwood.com) 

BEGINNER TIP: Have a professional coach you, 

Guerriero says. “Join a small group or private 

lesson from a certified instructor to learn 

the basics. Not only will this save you time, 

frustration, and a strained relationship, but 

you’ll also feel accomplished and confident 

on the mountain.” She also says to drink 

water, as many first-timers aren’t acclimated 

to performing physical activity at a higher 

elevation. “Water is the key to helping your 

body get used to the altitude and have a great 

day on the mountain.” 

6 SLEDDING 

BENEFITS/CALORIES BURNED: “Sledding 

is fun,” Collin says. “It doesn’t require fancy 

or expensive equipment, making it more 

accessible and affordable. Plus, the walk up 

that hill each time is good for your legs and 

your heart.” Sledding for 30 minutes on a 

medium-sized hill burns about 240 calories. 

TRY IT: California Sno-Parks, including Donner 

Summit (near Truckee off I-80), Blackwood 

Canyon (near Tahoe City off Highway 89), 

Carson Pass (off Highway 88), Echo Lake (off 

Highway 50), Iron Mountain (off Highway 

88 near Kirkwood ski area), Lake Alpine (off 

Highway 4), Meiss Meadow (off Highway 

88 near Carson Pass), Spicer Reservoir (off 

Highway 4), Taylor Creek (off Highway 89 near 

Fallen Leaf Lake), and Yuba Pass (off Highway 

49) 

BEGINNER TIP: “Sledding has risks that aren’t 

always obvious,” he warns. “It’s important to 

check out the environment before sledding, 

because sleds pick up speed quickly and don’t 

steer well. Look for any obstacles, such as 

trees, rocks, and people. If possible, sled at a 

resort where an appropriate sledding slope 

has been identified.” 

7 

ICE 

HOCKEY 

BENEFITS/CALORIES BURNED: Susan 

Sweetser, a spokesperson at Skatetown 

Ice Arena, says ice hockey develops 

endurance and the cardiovascular system, 

boosts metabolism, is a full-body workout, 

enhances muscular strength, develops 

hand-eye coordination, improves body 

coordination and balance, develops 

social skills and the spirit of team work, 

improves communication, and boosts 

brain and mental acuity. Calories burned 

can depend on how much you weigh, how 

fast you move, and how hard you play. For 

example, if you weigh 150 pounds, you 

can burn approximately 285 calories in 

30 minutes. 

TRY IT: Folsom Historic District Ice Rink 

(200 Wool Street, Folsom, 916-936-4410, 

folsomicerink.com); Skatetown Ice Arena 

(1009 Orlando Avenue, Roseville, 916-783- 

8550, skatetown.biz) 

BEGINNER TIP: Ryan Frisch, a local hockey 

player, shares three tips to those interested 

in picking up the sport. “Make sure to 

invest in a good-fitting pair of skates—they 

don’t need to be top-of-the-line, but go to 

a pro shop and have them fit you properly. 

Second, join a ‘learn-to-play’ hockey class 

at a local rink—this is a low-pressure way 

to learn the game with others in the same 

situation. And third, play as much as you 

can. There are drop-in pickup sessions and 

skill sessions offered where you can finetune 

your skating and your skills.” 

8 Curling 

BENEFITS/CALORIES BURNED: Sweetser 

says curling is an aerobic workout, 

increasing your heart rate and improving 

the cardiovascular system. “You can put 

on about two miles walking up and down 

the ice during a game,” she says. “Plus, the 

sweeping motion involved in directing the 

rock increases heart rate and improves your 

cardiovascular system.” It also strengthens 

your muscles, improves flexibility, and can 

be done by anyone. Curling burns a lot 

of calories—356 calories an hour for an 

average man and 304 for a woman—yet 

because you’re playing on ice, you don’t 

perspire as much, she says. 

TRY IT: Skatetown Ice Arena (1009 Orlando 

Avenue, Roseville, 916-783-8550, skatetown. 

biz) 

BEGINNER TIP: “Start at a learn-to-curl clinic 

(the Wine Country Curling Club hosts 

them year-round) where you’ll get an 

overview of the game, etiquette and on-ice 

safety, learn delivery basics and sweeping, 

and play a short game (if time and space 

permit),” she says. 

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courtesy of Skatetown Ice Arena. 


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Spirit of the Season 

31 Ways to Give Back in 31 Days by SHARON PENNY 

Andy Williams said it’s the most wonderful time of the 

year. But it’s not wonderful for everyone. Giving back to 

our community and helping those in need encourages a 

Help keep the less 

10 

fortunate warm this 

winter by donating to a coat 

for all to hear,” so gather some 

friends and go caroling! 

universal feeling of wonderful. Here’s 31 ways to put partridges in 

everyone’s pear trees and embrace the spirit of holiday giving for 

drive. Folsom Car Stereo is 

accepting donations of new 

15 

Show your appreciation 

for your local first 

the rest of the season. 

and gently used winter coats 

responders by bringing 

through December 31; new 

homemade treats to your 

1 

Sponsor a needy family 

and fulfill their wish list 

approach via brunch, a 

shopping trip, and more. 

coats (infant to adult sizes) 

are needed for El Dorado 

nearest fire or police station. 

(Oh, and make a LOT—they 

or help out wrapping gifts for 

powerhouseministries.ivolunteer.com/ 

County Office of Education’s 

have big appetites!) 

Adopt a Family of Northern 

cat18 

Fall/Winter Coat Drive, and 

California. adoptafamilynorcal.org/ 

get-involved 

5 

Give blood and then pay 

it forward and volunteer 

gently used coats and other 

items are being accepted for 

the Military Family Support 

NorCal Cocker Rescue in 

16 

Cameron Park wants you! 

Volunteer today and surround 

2 

Host a Mattress Firm 

Foster Kids Secret Santa 

to help serve refreshments to 

other blood donors. bloodsource. 

Group of Placerville. facebook. 

com/folsomcarstereo, edcoe.org/for- 

yourself with cocker spaniels. 

norcalcockerrescue.org/volunteer 

Toy Drive through December 

org/volunteer 

parents/special-projects/coat-drive, 

16 or a Pajama Drive starting 

December 17, and make the 

season a little merrier for 

foster kids in need. 

Go social. Choose a local 

6 

charity that’s near and 

dear to your heart and set up a 

mfsgonline.org 

Sew some cheer! Help 

11 

Project Linus wrap needy 

Volunteer to be a dog 

17 

walker, photographer, or 

groomer, among other jobs, at 

El Dorado County German 

mattressfirmfosterkids.org 

Facebook fundraiser. Encourage 

children in homemade 

Shepherd Rescue. edcgsr.com/jobs 

your friends and family to 

3 

Start a “reverse advent 

calendar.” Add food or a 

contribute whatever they can— 

every little bit counts! facebook. 

18 

Become a driver for your 

local Meals on Wheels or 

household item to a box every 

com/fundraisers 

day, and at the end of the 

month, donate it to a local food 

bank, shelter, or charity of your 

7 

Donate food, funds, or 

physical labor to Twin 

choice. 

Lakes Food Bank, Food Bank of 

blankets and quilts. projectlinus. 

El Dorado County, or the Placer 

org/volunteer, 916-804-9625 

Volunteers are needed for 

4 

PowerHouse Ministries’ 

Christmas Around Towne 

Food Bank and help them with 

their holiday outreach. 

foodbankedc.org, placerfoodbank.org/ 

12 

Volunteer at Fat Kitty 

City, foster a furry 

event on December 8 at 

volunteer, twinlakesfoodbank. 

friend, or consider adopting a 

Senior Nutrition Services and 

Lakeside Church in Folsom. The 

sustaininggood.com 

forever friend. fatkittycity.org 

bring good cheer and a warm 

all-day celebration is a 

collaborative community 

program offering families in 

crisis or need the opportunity 

to receive assistance this 

season with a dignified 

Bring some joy to 

8 

Eskaton’s senior 

community by visiting, reading, 

and reminiscing with residents. 

eskaton.org/foundation/volunteeropportunities.html 

Volunteers are needed for 

9 

Homeless Assistance 

Resource Team (HART) of 

Folsom’s Winter Shelter 

running through March 2019. 

hartoffolsom.org 

Donate to Rolling Hills 

13 

Blue Star Moms and help 

active troops, veterans, and 

veterans’ families in need. 

Sponsor a box for $50 or 

donate items from the group’s 

needs list. 

rollinghillsbluestarmoms.org/carepackages-1.html 

Buddy the Elf said “the 

14 

best way to spread 

Christmas cheer is singing loud 

meal to older adults. mowsac.org/ 

volunteer, seniorsfirst.org/get-involved/ 

volunteer, 530-621-6160 

Make a t difference in the 

19 

community by donating 

your time to Marshall Medical 

Center (junior volunteers are 

also welcome). marshallmedical. 

org/volunteer 

Feel the purr at 

20 

Fieldhaven Feline Center 

and become a cat care 


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volunteer, foster a cat in need 

of TLC, or donate food to their 

Pet Food pantry. fieldhaven.com/ 

volunteers 

Donate your elbow grease 

21 

and volunteer at your 

local Habitat For Humanity. 

edchabitat.org/volunteer, 

foothillshabitat.org 

Purchase a gift with 

22 

meaning from 4 

Direction Farm’s Soul Filled 

Creations. Through the brand, 

young individuals with 

Volunteer with St. Vincent 

25 

de Paul of Roseville and 

help deliver bags of groceries to 

homebound seniors and 

disabled persons in the area. 

placersvdp.com/how-you-can-help/ 

volunteer 

Donate new or gently 

26 

used toys and books to 

Baby Steps Therapy and help 

children with autism and 

developmental disorders. 

babystepstherapy.com/help-keep-usgoing 

Volunteer as an adult 

27 

literacy tutor for PALS 

(Placer Adult Literacy Service) 

at one of Placer County’s 11 

Concerts at Harris Center at Folsom Lake College, Folsom 

Tickets @ harriscenter.net. More info at carrera-productions.com 

UPCOMING CONCERTS 

One of the most successful adult 

contemporary artists of all time! 

5x GRAMMY WINNER — Academy 

Award and Golden Globe recipient. 

“Never Be The Same,” 

“Ride Like The Wind,” 

“Arthur’s Theme,” 

and “Sailing.” 

libraries. placer.ca.gov/departments/ 

library/placeradultliteracy 

Hold a diaper drive for 

28 

Lighthouse Counseling & 

Family Resource Center and 

help them continue to provide 

essential family wellness 

January 5 Show 8:00 pm $50, $65, $78 

Deluxe Greeting Card: $4 each or 

6 for $20 

services. lighthousefrc.org/ways-tohelp 

with THE STONE FOXES 

disabilities create handcrafted 

items from start to finish 

including bath bombs, lip 

balms, greeting cards, and 

more. 4directionsfarm.org/soulfilled-creations 

Start a curbside book 

29 

exchange in your 

neighborhood through Little 

Free Library, or check online 

and see if there’s one in your 

area, and donate some books! 

littlefreelibrary.org 

Photo courtesy of its respective company or organization. 

23 

Double up on 

compassion: Monetary 

donations to Rocklin’s 

Compassion Planet will be 

doubled through December 

31. Help aged-out foster youth 

and youth from at-risk 

backgrounds meet their 

fullest potential. 

compassionplanet.org 

24 

Every time a bell rings, an 

angel gets it wings. 

Volunteer to be a bell ringer for 

your local Salvation Army. 

volunteer.usawest.org/home.aspx 

Hands4Hope provides 

30 

holiday inspiration for 

kids ages 8-18. Volunteer at 

their annual Winter Boutique 

or community outreach 

programs. hands4hopeyouth.org 

New Year’s Eve is a scary 

31 

time for pets; consider 

fostering a dog from one of our 

local shelters and helping them 

adjust to a loving environment. 

foothilldogrescue.org, havendogrescue. 

org/foster-application, placerspca.org/ 

volunteer-home/foster 

Rich Robinson, guitarist and co-founding member 

of The Black Crowes, together with two key members 

of Crowes fame, Marc Ford and Sven Pipien, 

and newcomers Joe Magistro on drums, 

Matt Slocum on keys, and lead singer John Hogg 

will be digging deep into old Crowes catalogue, 

plus songs from their new album, great covers, and more. 

January 12 Show 8:00 pm $30, $40, $50 

Feb 9 KEITH LOWELL JENSEN March 30 VICKI LAWRENCE & MAMA 

Apr 11 SPECIAL EFX ALL-STARS featuring Chieli Minucci 


home design 

Deck the Halls 

4 Tips for Effortless Entertaining 

by KERRIE L. KELLY, FASID 

When it comes to the holidays, I’m always looking for a thoughtful, 

polished aesthetic that’s simple to put together and any type 

of shortcut that allows for effortless entertaining. Read on for 

my favorite holiday hacks that enable you to have a stylish yet 

stress-free, beautiful season. 

1 

INVEST IN INVITES 

Personal paper invitations via 

individual cards or boxed sets are always 

best. While digital invites are convenient, 

a paper invitation makes guests feel 

special. What’s more, they set the tone for 

your event and add a personal touch for 

those receiving them. Coordinate 

stamps for the season and send off. 

Outside of food prep (and I say enlist a 

caterer or incorporate some ready-made 

foods!), this is the most difficult thing 

you’ll do in preparing for your party—it’s 

all downhill from here! 

2 

DRESS (THE TABLE) TO IMPRESS 

With sweet, nostalgic charm, 

elements of holiday 

collections can be styled 

multiple ways to achieve 

many different looks. A 

palette of traditional reds, 

greens, and jewel tones 

quickly creates a playful 

yet sophisticated 

vibe—perfect for an 

elegant Christmas 

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container to ensure guests pick theirs up on the way out. 

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THAT’S A WRAP 

Are you hosting a gift exchange? Grab some patterned 

tissue paper, a coordinating bag and hang tag and—viola(!)— 

within seconds, you’re prepared to exchange your gift. Wrapping 

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Gift 

Guide 

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Fab Finds for All 

Curated by Megan Wiskus 

In a bind about what to buy for all those hard-to-shop-for 

folks on your list? This year’s guide is chock-full of goodies for 

all tastes and budgets. Ready, set, shop local! 


FOR 

FASHIONISTAS 

Drishti Handmade 

Kyanite Ring, $46 at 

MoonChild Boutique, 

3004 Green Valley Road, 

Suite E-2, Cameron 

Park. 530-208-3157, 

ohanamoonyoga.com/ 

moonchild 

Hunter Original 

Refined Rain 

Boots, $165 

at Hunter, 

hunterboots.com 

Minnie Rose 

Cashmere Ruana, 

$150 at Blue 

Skies, 466 Main 

Street, Placerville. 

530-622-1589, 

blueskiesclothing.com 

Timbuk2 Tuck 

Laptop Backpack, 

$79 at Timbuk2, 

timbuk2.com 

ShedRain Auto Open Bubble 

Umbrella, $25 at Bag King, 

230 Palladio Parkway, Suite 

1217, Folsom. 916-923-9530, 

bagking.com 



Tellason Black Japanese 

Selvedge Denim Jean 

Jacket, $260, and Aurora 

Lavender Elm Burl Rose 

Fade Sunglasses, $149, at 

Martin Mattox, 823 Lincoln 

Way, Auburn. 530-745- 

4157, martinmattox.com 

Vegan Black Belt, $40 at 

Slidebelts, based locally in 

El Dorado Hills, slidebelts. 

com 

Vera Bradley Iconic 

Weekender Travel Bag, 

$118 at Robinson’s 

Pharmacy, 359 Main 

Street, Placerville. 

530-622-3186, 

robinsonspharmacy.com 


.32ct 14K Rose Gold 

Diamond Ring, $890 at 

Berilian Fine Jewelers, 

2776 East Bidwell 

Street, Suite 400, 

Folsom. 916-817-8750, 

berilianjewelers.com 

Jimmy Crystal 

Readers, $74, and 

Patricia Nash Zancona 

Tote Floral Deboss, 

$249, at My Martha 

Design Boutique, 

312 Main Street, 

Suite 103, Placerville. 

530-622-6009, 

mymarthadesign.com 


FOR 

BEAUTY BUFFS 

Malie Organics Mango Nectar 

Cream & Wash Gift Set, $35 at 

Asante Spa, 530 Post Court, El 

Dorado Hills. 916-933-8905, 

asantespaedh.com 

Handmade Soap, $5 each or 5 for $20 at 4 Directions Farm, 

4900 Windplay Drive, Building B, El Dorado Hills. 916-337- 

9993, 4directionsfarm.org/soul-filled-creations 

NOTE: Receive a free lip balm with purchases over $15 

Aveda Chakra 4 Balancing 

Pure-Fume Mist Harmony, 

$30, and Himalayan Pink 

Salt Heart Stones, $10+, at 

Serenity Spa | Soul Yoga, 

3984 Douglas Boulevard, 

Suite 150, Roseville, 916- 

797-8550; 350 Palladio 

Parkway, Suite 1975, 

Folsom, 916-542-7363, 

serenityspaonline.com 

Lira Clinical BIO Hydra C Serum, 

$59, and Lira Clinical BIO Lift 

Crème, $80, at Adagio for Hair, 

4356 Town Center Boulevard, 

Suite 114, El Dorado Hills. 916- 

939-6604, adagioforhair.com 



Zolia Vera Tobacco & 

Vetiver Shaving Cream, 

$19, and Cruelty-Free 

Vegan Brush, $10, at 

Panic & Swoon, 430 

Main Street, Placerville. 

530-303-8175, 

panicandswoon.co 

Jane Iredale Glow 

Time BB Cream, $48 at 

Destination Aesthetics, 

1731 Creekside Drive, 

Folsom, 916-844-4913, 

destinationaesthetics. 

com 

V76 by Vaughn Energizing Shampoo 

and Conditioner, $19 each, and 

V76 by Vaughn Energy Body Wash, 

$16, at Hammer & Nails Grooming 

for Guys, 195 Placerville Road, 

Suite 110, Folsom. 916-984-1111, 

hammerandnailsgrooming.com 

J Beverly Hills 5 in 1 

Styling Emulsion, $32, 

and Davines OI Oil, $44, 

at Ciao Bella Salon, 

4615 Missouri Flat Road, 

Placerville, 530-626-4247 


Holiday Blackberry 

Lip Gift Basket, $30 

at FarmHouse Fresh, 

farmhousefreshgoods. 

com 


FOR 

HOME SWEET 

HOMEBODIES 

Pottery Paradise Owl Accent 

Rock, $12.50 each, and Super 

Moss Woven Birdhouse 

Bungalow, $39.98, at Bushnell 

Gardens Nursery, 5255 Douglas 

Boulevard, Granite Bay. 916- 

791-4199, bushnellgardens.com 

Personalized Ornament, $25 at 

Remedy Rx, 1420 East Roseville 

Parkway, Suite 130, Roseville. 916- 

740-1600, remedyrx.com 

Pendleton Point Reyes Blanket, $249 

at Handley’s Western Wear, 314 East 

Bidwell Street, Folsom. 916-983-2668, 

handleyswesternwears.com 

Le Cadeaux Cheese Board with Laguiole Cheese Knife, $31, and Christmas 

Stag Printed Dish Towel, $6.50, at French Quarter Home Décor & Garden, 

6200 Pleasant Valley Road, El Dorado. 530-497-5568, facebook.com/ 

frenchquartereldorado 

The Spoonflower Quick-Sew 

Project Book by Anda Corrie, 

$27.50 at Face in a Book, 4359 

Town Center Boulevard, Suite 113, 

El Dorado Hills. 916-941-9401, 

getyourfaceinabook.com 



Custom Laser-Cut Wood Word Sign, 

$30, and Custom Laser-Cut Acrylic 

Name Ornaments, $15 each, at 

Swoonable, made locally in Folsom, 

swoonable.net 

Juniper Ridge Desert Piñon 

Campfire Incense, $14 at 

Martin Mattox, 823 Lincoln 

Way, Auburn. 530-745-4157, 

martinmattox.com 

Love Your Body Essentials 

Reed Diffuser, $19 each 

at Time & Space, 414 

Vernon Street, Suite 110, 

Roseville. 916-771-8463, 

timeandspaceroseville.com 


Jameson Bar Cart, $1,345.50, and Clydesdale 

Mirror, $500, at Kerrie Kelly Design Lab, based 

locally in Sacramento, kerriekelly.com/shop 

Van Morrison The Prophet Speaks 

LP, $24.99 at Dimple Records, 1129 

Roseville Square, Roseville, 916-781- 

2800; 313 East Bidwell Street, Folsom, 

916-983-2600, dimple.com 


FOR 

EPICUREANS 

Organic Satsuma Mandarins, 

$30 (7 lb. box; includes 

shipping) at Sunset Ridge 

Fine Fruits, 7825 Fox Hill Lane, 

Newcastle. 916-663-9158, 

gotmandarins.com 

Dry Fly Washington Bourbon 

101, $64.99 at Whole 

Foods Market, 1001 Galleria 

Boulevard, Roseville, 916-781- 

5300, wholefoods.com 

Runamok Maple Sugarmaker’s 

Cut Maple Syrup, $29.95 at 

Bravo Coffee Bar, 813 Sutter 

Street, Suite G, Folsom. 916- 

803-8742, bravocoffeebar. 

homesteadcloud.com 

Holiday Tea Set, $40 at Tea Xotics, 

4356 Town Center Drive, Suite 112, 

El Dorado Hills. 916- 461-3548, 

teaxotics.com 

Dipping Set, $24 (includes extra virgin olive oil, 

aged balsamic vinegar, and dipping bowl) at 

We Olive, 713 Sutter Street, Folsom. 916-933- 

1650, weolive.com 

Deluxe Pistachio 

Lovers Gift Box, $66.49 

at Fiddyment Farms, 

563 Second Street, 

Lincoln. 916-645-7244, 

fiddymentfarms.com 

Small Platter, $75 (serves 

5-8; includes 4-5 chesses, 2-3 

meats, seasonal fruits and 

accoutrements, and crackers or 

sliced baguette) at Cellar Door 

Platters, based locally in Rocklin, 

cellardoorplatters.com 

Olvie oil dipping set photo by Ray Burgess. Other photos courtesy of their respective companies or organizations. 


Indestructibles: Old 

MacDonald Had a Farm by 

Jonas Sickler, $5.95, and 

Indestructibles: Humpty 

Dumpty by Jonas Sickler, 

$5.95, at Dearest Diapers, 

945 Roseville Parkway, Suite 

140, Roseville. 916-741- 

0930, dearestdiapers.com 

FOR 

COOL KIDS 

ON THE BLOCK 

Dungeon Mayhem, $15 at The 

Game Room Adventure Café, 

2085 Vine Street, Suite 106, El 

Dorado Hills. 916-546-4419, 

thegameroomcafe.com 

Milkbarn Organic 

Muslin Swaddle, $30 

at Spin, 417 Roseville 

Square, Roseville. 916- 

784-7746, facebook. 

com/spingifts 

Magformers Standard Set Line, 

$49.99 at BrainyZoo Toys, 

13000 Folsom Boulevard, Suite 

1005, Folsom. 916-353-2966, 

brainyzootoys.com 

Red Caribou Adventure Awaits Onesie, $34, and 

Quincy Mae Organic Brushed Jersey Baby Dress, $25, at 

Bitte, based locally in Sacramento, bitteshop.com 

California bear and Star of Wonder photos by Ray Burgess. Other photos courtesy of their respective companies or organizations. 

Crazy Aaron’s Milky Way Cosmic 

Thinking Putty, $14.99, and Crazy 

Aaron’s Enchanting Unicorn Thinking 

Putty, $14.99, at T.W. Bonkers 

(Toys & Wonder), 398 Main Street, 

Placerville. 530-642-2671, facebook. 

com/bonkerstoystore 

I Love You California Bear, 

$16.99, and Star of Wonder 

300-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle, 

$12.99, at California Welcome 

Center, 2085 Vine Street, 

Suite 105, El Dorado Hills. 

916-358-3700, visitcalifornia. 

com/attraction/californiawelcome-center-el-doradohills 

Constellation Blanket, 

$56+, and Animal 

Alphabet Cloth Book, 

$85, at Pitter Patterned 

Organic Quilts + Goods, 

made locally in Roseville, 

pitterpatterned.com 

Melissa & Doug Let’s Play House! 

Dust, Sweep & Mop, $29.95, 

and Melissa & Doug Flip & Serve 

Pancake Set, $19.95, at Placerville 

News Company, 409 Main Street, 

Placerville. 530-622-4510, 

pvillenews.com 


PET LOVERS 

Reilly’s HempVet Hip & Joint Rewards+ Soft 

Chews, $11.99, and Bones & Co Patties, $39.99 

each, at Ben’s Barketplace, 701 Pleasant Grove 

Boulevard, Suite 120, Roseville. 916-797-3647, 

bensbarketplace.com 

Feline Greenies Pill Pockets 

Chicken Flavor, $6.99, and Feline 

Greenies Dental Treats Succulent 

Beef Flavor, $2.99, at Bark 

Avenue, 3919 Park Drive, Suite 

50, El Dorado Hills. 916-941-7400, 

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Bird Activity Center, $24.99 at Lees’ 

Feed & Western Store, 4110 Mother 

Lode Drive, Shingle Springs. 530-677- 

4891, leesfeed.net 

Watermelon Shaped Microfleece 

Bed, $60 at Posh Puppy Boutique, 

6040 Stanford Ranch Road, Suite 

100, Rocklin. 916-435-3044, 

poshpuppyboutique.com 

Hear Doggy Silent Squeaker 

Flattie Elephant Toy, $12.99, 

and Pet Releaf Hemp Oil 

330, $29.99, at sBarkles, 

850 East Bidwell Street, 

Suite 150, Folsom. 916-984- 

0102, sbarkles.com 

Christmas Tree Sweater, $31.99 

at The Doggie Bag, 6881 Douglas 

Boulevard, Granite Bay. 916-786- 

9663, thedoggiebag.com 



Epic Local Pass, $709 

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ENTHUSIASTS 

FootJoy StaSof Men’s Golf 

Gloves, $24.99 at Granite 

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Minelab EQUINOX 800 

Metal Detector, $899 at 

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Under Armour Women’s 

ColdGear Reactor Jacket, 

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Lonetree Boulevard, 

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Jetboil Flash Cooking 

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Hydro Flask Standard 

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Poster by Robert B. Decker, 

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Wilderness Systems Pamlico 135T Tandem Kayak, $1,029 at Adventure 

Sports Kayak City, 7812 Auburn Boulevard, Citrus Heights. 916-565-1400, 

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eat & drink 

DINING SPOTLIGHT 

Folsom 

Palace 

Chinese Fusion with Flair 

by LORN RANDALL // photos by DANTE FONTANA 

“...THE SALAD WAS 

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ALL THE FAVORABLE 

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WITH PLENTY OF 

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(LETTUCE, CARROTS, 

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CUT THROUGH THE 

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9:30 p.m. (Monday- 

Thursday), 11 a.m.-10 

p.m. (Friday-Saturday) 

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Ton Soup, Singapore 

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Lemon Chicken 

Sichuan Kung Pao Prawns 

Salad, Shrimp 

Dumplings, Peking 

Duck, Lemon Chicken, 

Sichuan Kung Pao 

Prawns, Combination 

Vegetables, Thai Tofu 

Curry, Mongolian Beef, 

Northern China Chow 

Mein 

DRINKS: Beer and 

wine 

TAB: $$ 

Singapore Style Walnut Prawns Salad 

HEADS-UP: Sidewalk 

patio with Wi-Fi; low 

sodium and no MSG 


Chow Mein 

Shrimp Dumplings 

food preparation; 

daily lunch specials 

from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; 

vegan options; platters 

available for private 

parties; free delivery 

(limited area) with $30 

minimum 

Surprise. This was my first impression 

as I walked through the doors 

of El Dorado Hills’ newest Asian 

restaurant. White leather chairs, 

colored LED lights illuminating Chinesethemed 

art, and a modern mix of light and dark 

wood joined the sounds of four chefs working 

at a feverish pace in the open kitchen. The 

result? An über-contemporary, cool, and lively 

take on family-style Chinese dining. 

My wife and I started with a fun twist on 

one of her favorites: honey walnut prawns. In 

this case, the crowd-pleasing plate was served 

as a Singapore-style salad. Although I adore 

the entrée, it can be heavy and doesn’t reheat 

well as leftovers; conversely, the salad was 

light and boasted all the favorable textures 

and flavors found in the original with plenty 

of fresh veggies (lettuce, carrots, cucumber, 

and red cabbage) to cut through the protein’s 

deep-fried richness and creamy, sweet sauce. 

The shrimp dumpling appetizer—served 

in a bamboo steamer basket with eight silky, 

plump, shrimp-stuffed bundles of delicate 

delights—was an instant hit. Mix a little chili 

paste and soy sauce tableside, and everyone 

will be fighting for the last one. 

Next, we moved to the spicy side with 

an order of Sichuan shrimp—a sizzling 

portion of prawns alongside colorful bell 

peppers, bamboo shoots, onions, shiitake 

mushrooms, zucchini, and (a curious but 

welcome South of the Border addition) chayote 

in a fiery-sweet Sichuan sauce. A quick note 

here about Szechuan and Sichuan; in short, 

they’re interchangeable and both refer to the 

Sichuan province in China—famous for the 

wonderfully piquant Sichuan peppercorn and 

a cooking style featuring intense flavoring of 

garlic and chili peppers. If you’re brave, ask 

for it SPICY! 

Once again acquiescing to my wife’s tastes, 

we ordered lemon chicken, her “safety dish.” 

She’s not a very adventurous diner, so the fried 

chicken breast in a luscious lemony glaze hit 

the mark for her timid taste buds who weren’t 

willing to venture in or near the red (hot) zone. 

Thankfully, all of their spicy dishes are 

defined by a red chili pepper on the menu, 

ensuring it’s easy to avoid or invite the heat. 

What’s more, each lunch special is served with 

soup and your choice of white rice, fried rice, 

chow mein, or brown rice—meaning there’s 

plenty of food and flavors to go ’round. 

Stop in for lunch or dinner and see what 

surprises await—you’ll be glad you did. 

NOTE: Check out their original location at 1169 Riley 

Street in Folsom. 

3941 Park Drive, Suite 10, El Dorado 

Hills, 916-936-0808, folsompalace.com

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eat & drink 

TASTE / SEASONAL RECIPES 

Around the World 

in 5 Recipes 

From a smoked salmon starter to buttery baklava, we have five recipes from local chefs 

that will bring a taste of the world to this year’s holiday table. Bon appetit! 

photos by DANTE FONTANA 

Crostini al Salmone 

Submitted by 

Patrizia Russo 

Hickok, Owner at 

Vaiano Trattoria, 7160 

Douglas Boulevard, 

Granite Bay, 916-780- 

0888, vaianotrattoria.com 

• 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese 

• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese 

• 1/2 cup smoked salmon 

• Salt & pepper, to taste 

• Lemon slivers 

• French baguette 

Blend mascarpone cheese, 

parmesan cheese, and salmon in 

food processor to form a cream. 

Add salt and pepper to taste. 

Spread over toasted baguette 

or any kind of specialty bread or 

crackers of your choice. Add a sliver 

of lemon on top. 

Baked Butternut Penne 

Submitted by Nick Alves, 

Chef at La Provence, 110 

Diamond Creek Place, 

Roseville, 916-789-2002, 

laprovenceroseville.com 

• 1 lb. butternut squash, peeled and cut 

into 1/2-inch cubes 

• 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 

• 1 tsp, kosher salt 

• 1/2 tsp. black pepper 

• 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg 

• Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional) 

• 1/2 lb. penne 

• 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 

• 1/2 cup white onion, finely diced 

• 5 sage leaves, roughly chopped 

• 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 

• 2 cups whole milk 

• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese 

TOPPING: 

Drizzle of pesto (optional) 

Chopped walnuts (optional) 

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Peel and chop 

butternut squash. Toss with olive oil, salt, 

pepper, nutmeg, and red pepper flakes. 

Roast for 40 minutes, 

until squash is tender. 

Remove from oven and 

mash in a bowl with 

a fork. Reduce oven 

temperature to 350 degrees. 

Cook pasta according to instructions. 

Heat a saucepan on medium-high heat. 

Melt butter and add onions; cook until 

onions become translucent and tender, 

add sage, and cook for 1 minute. Add flour 

and cook for 1 minute until consistency 

becomes grain like. Slowly add milk, 

whisking constantly. Add in mashed 

butternut squash and mix until combined. 

Place cooked penne in the bottom of a 

baking dish and pour butternut squash 

sauce over the top. Sprinkle cheese over 

the top and place in the oven for 20 

minutes, or until cheese is golden brown. 

Remove from the oven and drizzle with 

pesto and chopped walnuts, if using. 


eat & drink 

TASTE / SEASONAL RECIPES 

Yuca con Chicharrón 

Submitted by 

Juan Ruiz, Co- 

Owner at Nuby’s 

Café, 329 East 

Bidwell Street, 

Folsom, 916-358- 

9210, nubyscafe.com 

• 1 lb. yuca (frozen or fresh), cubed; 

available at international markets 

or online 

• 5 lbs. pork shoulder, cut into 3” x 

3” pieces 

• 1 onion, quartered 

• 3 tbsp. salt 

• 4 whole garlic cloves 

Add water, yuca, and 1 

tablespoon salt to large 

saucepan and boil until fork 

tender (about 15 minutes). 

In a large pan filled with water, 

add 2 tablespoons salt, pork, 

onion, and garlic. Let water boil; 

once water has reduced by 

half, stir pork every 10 minutes 

until the water has evaporated and the pork is soft. 

Remove garlic. 

Deep-fry the yuca in oil heated to 350 degrees for 

about 10 minutes, or until crispy. 

Deep-fry the pork for about 5 minutes, or until crispy, 

and serve with curtido (coleslaw) and tomato salsa. 

Mexican Chocolate Pudding 

Turkish Baklava 

Submitted 

by Brandon 

Guenther, 

Chef/Owner 

at Tortilla 

Flats Cantina, 


Placerville, 530-295-9408, 

tortillaflatscantina.com 

• 1 whole egg 

• 2 yolks 

• 6 oz. bittersweet chocolate (66- 

74% cacao) 

• 2 tbsp. unsalted butter, softened 

• 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 

• 2 1/2 cups whole milk 

• 1/2 cup heavy cream 

• 1/3 cup brown sugar 

• 2 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder 

• 2 tbsp. cornstarch 

• 1/3 tsp. ground cinnamon 

• 1 pinch cayenne pepper 

• 1/4 tsp. kosher salt 

In a small heatproof bowl, whisk 

together the egg and yolks, set 

aside. Place chocolate, butter, 

and vanilla in a food processor 

(don’t turn on). In a medium pot 

over low heat, whisk together 

milk, cream, brown sugar, cocoa, 

and cornstarch and cook until 

it begins to boil. At that point, 

it will start to thicken; when it 

does, immediately pull off the 

heat. 

Pour a little of the hot cornstarch mixture into the 

eggs, stirring constantly, then whisk the eggs back 

into the pan with the remaining cornstarch mixture. 

Cook over low heat, whisking constantly, until 

mixture just returns to a bare simmer. 

Immediately pour into the food processor and 

blend until very smooth. Pour into individual bowls, 

teacups, or 1 large decorative bowl. Cover with plastic 

wrap and refrigerate until firm and cold. Garnish with 

whipped cream, shaved chocolate, and cinnamon. 

Submitted by Metin Emek, Chef and 

Owner of Northstar Home Baking, 2380 

Sunset Boulevard, Rocklin, 408-656-0830, 

northstarhomebaking.com 

• 1 box phyllo dough, thawed 

• 1/2 lb. melted butter 

• 1 lb. nuts (walnuts, almonds, pistachios), 

chopped 

SYRUP 

• 2 cups granulated sugar 

• 2 cups water 

• 2-3 drops lemon juice 

Make the syrup. Bring the sugar, water, and 

lemon juice to a boil and cook about 15 

minutes over medium heat. Let cool. 

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Take the 

phyllo dough and layer one by one on a 

sheet pan or cooking tray. Spread melted 

butter on each layer until you’re done with 

half. Spread the chopped nuts on top of 

the phyllo surface evenly. Cover the nuts 

with another layer of dough and keep 

spreading melted butter on the layers 

of remaining dough until the last sheet. 

Leave in the refrigerator for 10 minutes. 

Remove and cut the baklava shape of your 

choosing. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until 

golden brown. Remove and pour the cold 

syrup on it. Allow to cool before serving. 

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eat & drink 

FOODIE 

FIND 

by JULIE RYAN 

The Dive Burgers & Brews // If you’re searching for the perfect burger joint, I found 

it. Nestled in a strip mall across the street from Sierra College, you’ll find The Dive Burgers & Brews. Though 

unassuming on the exterior, it has charming décor (reclaimed wood and galvanized metal), a super friendly 

staff, and seriously good food. They have an extensive menu, which can pose to be problematic for indecisive 

palates, so I left my choice up to the helpful lady taking my order. She recommended the Redneck Burger, 

which features fresh, 100-percent certified Angus beef, chopped bacon, melty cheddar, sautéed mushrooms, 

fried green beans (which I initially questioned but came to love), redneck slaw, jalapeños, and beast sauce. 

I loved every messy mouthful of it and found the buttery brioche bun to be the perfect, pillowy soft vessel 

for all the fresh fixin’s. My mom had the Lamb Burger and said she would definitely order it again; and my 

husband had the Dive Burger, which came with an over-easy egg and demanded napkins…and a hearty 

appetite. We shared fried pickles, house fries, and sweet potato fries—all were easily above average—but next 

time I’m digging into their namesake Dive Fries; they’re covered in nacho cheese sauce, house slaw, redneck 

sauce, sour cream, and jalapeños, so they’re destined to be delicious. The eatery also serves sandwiches, 

salads, and craft beer from the region’s best breweries. Bring your appetite, and get ready to “dive” into 

one of the best burgers you’ll ever have! 5050 Rocklin Road, Rocklin, 916-824-1411, dineatthedive.com. 

Other 

Burgers 

We Love... 

BACON BLUE BURGER 

(applewood smoked bacon, house 

orange marmalade, Roquefort 

blue cheese, red onion, lettuce, 

tomato, pretzel bun) at Porters 

House of Draft, 7456 Foothills 

Boulevard, Suite 8, Roseville, 916- 

749-4791, portershod.com 

— 

BACON ME LOVE YOU 

(applewood smoked bacon, BBQ 

sauce, battered onion strips, 

cheddar, brioche bun) at Buck & 

Sadie’s, 2030 Douglas Boulevard, 

Suite 28, Roseville, 916-749-3394, 

buckandsadies.com 

— 

BORDEAUX BURGER (sautéed 

mushrooms, caramelized onions, 

mesclun greens, garlic aioli, egg 

wash bun) at Relish Burger Bar, 

1000 White Rock Road, El Dorado 

Hills, 916-933-3111, relishburgerbar. 

com 

— 

MARLY BURGER (cheddar, 

arugula, dijonaise, brioche bun) 

at Marly and Moo, 608 Sutter 

Street, Folsom, 916-294-7691, 

marlyandmoo.com 

— 

PEANUT BUTTER 

BURGER (bacon, 

Thai peanut sauce, 

house-pickled 

jalapeños, sharp 

white cheddar, 

house bun) 

at Brickyard 

Kitchen & Bar, 

1475 Eureka Road, 

Suite 120, Roseville, 

916-836-8406, 

brickyard916.com 

— 

SHROOMS AND SWISS 

(Swiss cheese, sautéed crimini 

mushrooms, grilled onions, 

lettuce, tomato, basil pesto, 

garlic aioli, brioche bun) at 

Rock-N-Fire, 1010 Riley Street, 

Suite 4, Folsom, 916-673-9474, 

rocknfirerestaurants.com 

— 

SQUEEZE WITH CHEESE (mayo, 

mustard, lettuce, tomato, onion, 

pickles, cheese “skirt,” sesame 

seed bun) at Squeeze Burger, 

106 North Sunrise Avenue, Suite 

C1, Roseville, 916-783-2874, 

squeezeburgerroseville.com 

— 



H BEST FOOD AND DRINK H 

AS VOTED BY THE READERS OF STYLE MAGAZINE 

CANDY STORE/CONFECTIONER 

ITALIAN 

A Family of Candy Makers since 1963. 

With 3 generations of candy makers, 

Snooks continues the tradition of 

producing the finest freshly made 

confections on site in Historic 

Folsom. Come visit us or shop online! 

Snooks Chocolate Factory 

731 Sutter Street 

Historic Folsom, CA 

916-985-0620 

www.snookscandies.com 

Local Chicago Hot Spot! Serving up 

Roseville's favorite signature Chicago 

pizzas, Italian beef and “Vienna” dogs, 

pastas, and sandwiches that offer high 

quality, value and flavor. Dine-in with 

your family and watch your favorite 

sporting events. Join us for NFL Ticket. 

Online ordering and carry out available. 

Closed Mondays. 

Rosati's 

5140 Foothills Blvd., #110 

Roseville, CA 

916-797-7492 

myrosatisroseville.com 

ITALIAN 

DESSERTS 

At Visconti’s Ristorante, we are honored 

to cook for you as we cook for our own 

family. We are proud to use only the 

freshest ingredients, and imported 

meat, cheese, and wine. 

We welcome you and look forward to 

serving you! 

Visconti’s Ristorante 

2700 E. Bidwell St., Ste. 700 

Folsom, CA 

916-983-5181 

viscontisristorante.com 

Icing on the Cupcake offers a wide 

variety of cupcake flavors including 

gluten free and vegan options 

available every day at our three retail 

locations. We also offer other sweet 

treats baked fresh daily including 

brownies, pies, and cookie sandwiches 

using the finest quality ingredients. 

Icing on the Cupcake 

6839 Lonetree Blvd. 

Rocklin 

916-303-4333 

www.icingonthecupcake.com 

CAFÉ 

FRENCH 

We specialize in European inspired 

Breakfast Pastries, Crepes, and 

Desserts! Everything is made in house 

by our exceptional culinary team. Join 

us for lunch and try one of our savory 

Crepes or sandwiches made with only 

the best quality ingredients. 

Bring this ad in for 10% off your order! 

Julian’s Patisserie & Cafe 

6610 Folsom Auburn Rd., Ste. 7 

Folsom, CA 

916-936-4735 

www.julianscafe.com 

Combining the flavors of France and 

the Mediterranean regions with an 

emphasis on quality, fresh seasonal 

and locally-grown ingredients. 

The perfect location for private 

dining, special events, wedding 

celebrations and corporate dinners/ 

presentations. 

La Provence Restaurant 

& Terrace 

110 Diamond Creek Place 

Roseville, CA 

916-789-2002 

www.laprovenceroseville.com 

CAFÉ 

JAPANESE / SUSHI 

Offering delicious home made fresh 

food and the best coffee and espresso 

in the area. Start your day with our 

breakfast specialties, warm cinnamon 

rolls, delectable coffee cakes, fresh 

muffins, delightful scones and cookies. Sit 

outside on the patio for lunch, and enjoy 

our creative salads, sandwiches and soup. 

Come enjoy our great patio! 

Coffee Republic 

6610 Folsom-Auburn Rd. 

Folsom, CA 

916-987-8001 

www.coffeerepublicfolsom.com 

Executive Chef Michael Liu unites 

traditional Japanese cuisine with unique 

and contemporary offerings by bringing 

you the very best in tasty ingredients 

from the ocean & land to your plate. 

Tuesday-Sunday 11am-2pm enjoy our All 

You Can Eat (AYCE) menu. It has proven 

an unmatched offering enthusiastically 

received by our customers. 

Hisui Sushi 

25004 Blue Ravine Rd., #107 

Folsom 

916-985-7778 

www.hisuisushi.com 


eat & drink 

THE HOT LIST 

Slice of Heaven 

6 Best Pies compiled by STYLE STAFFERS // photos by DANTE FONTANA 

Raise your hand if you agree that everything tastes better in a buttery, flaky crust. Whether your palate 

prefers sweet or savory pies, we have a local slice you’ll want to savor. In no particular order… 

Sweetie Pie’s 

Fat’s Asia Bistro 

Ikeda’s California Country Market 

Hog Wild Bar-B-Que 

Karen’s Bakery 

La Provence Restaurant & Terrace 

“There isn’t much that 

hasn’t been said about the 

olallieberry pies at Sweetie 

Pie’s in Placerville, but I’m 

still going to say my piece. No 

matter how many other pies 

I try, I keep going back to 

the Peach-Olallieberry 

Pie that’s a notch above 

the regular olallieberry. 

Deep purple berries and 

golden yellow peaches come 

together in this sweet-butnot-sickeningly-so 

pie that’s 

a true treasure. Try not to 

judge when I lick the plate 

clean.” sweetiepies.biz 

“I’d heard of Fat’s Asia 

Bistro’s legendary Banana 

Cream Pie and didn’t 

believe the hype till I tried 

it myself. The crust is very 

different from others I’ve 

had—glossier and slightly 

sweeter—and the filling itself 

is freshness personified. The 

heaped whipped cream is 

homemade (not that artificial 

store-bought stuff), and 

the custard between the 

just-ripe-enough bananas 

is luxurious and creamy. 

This is the real deal, folks.” 

fatsasiabistro.com 

“I consider myself a local pie 

expert and for me, nothing 

beats the Chicken Pot Pie 

at Ikeda’s California Country 

Market in Auburn. When 

I’m not scarfing down their 

perfectly balanced strawberryrhubarb, 

I’m reveling in their 

savory pot pie that’s packed 

with the usual suspects: 

chicken, carrots, potatoes, 

peas, and celery, all cradled 

in their legendary buttery pie 

crust. They’re known for their 

pies, so you can’t really go 

wrong with any of the umpteen 

options they offer.” ikedas. 

com 

“If there’s ever a perfect way 

to end a BBQ meal, it’s with 

the Chocolate Fudge 

Pecan Pie from Hog Wild 

Bar-B-Que in Placerville. Not 

overwhelmingly chocolate-y 

or pecan-y, it provides a sweet 

respite from all that delicious 

meat. I’d never tasted chocolate 

and pecans together in a pie 

before but it’s now my favorite 

filling. Thick fudge, spicy pecans, 

and a side of whipped cream 

make for a sensual dessert 

that I can’t get enough of.” 

hogwildbar-b-que.com 

“Just when you thought 

Pumpkin Pie couldn’t get 

any better, Karen’s Bakery 

in Folsom ups the ante with 

a gingersnap crust. They also 

make it with a plain crust, 

but gingersnap is next-level 

goodness. The spiciness of the 

crust doesn’t overpower the 

earthy pumpkin filling and still 

manages to stand out from 

a plain Jane pie crust. Come 

Christmastime, it’s the only pie 

I get—family and friends have 

even come to expect it each 

year!” karensbakery. 

com 

“The Quiche of the Day from 

La Provence Restaurant & 

Terrace in Roseville is a brunch 

must-have for those with a savory 

tooth. It’s typically filled with 

seasonal ingredients or whatever 

the chef fancies, but no matter 

the combination, it’s always 

delicate, well-balanced, and filling. I 

personally like the leek offering for 

its simplicity, but I’ve also tried the 

spinach and feta variety, which was 

absolutely delicious; and the familiar 

yet flavorful quiche Lorraine.” 

laprovenceroseville.com 


FOR MORE PIES WE LOVE, 

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Holiday 

Julep 

Submitted by Gold River Distillery, 

11460 Sunrise Gold Circle, Suite 

C, Rancho Cordova, 916-476-3868, 

goldriverdistillery.com 

This crowd-pleasing cocktail is a take on the 

classic mint julep, except it uses absinthe rather 

than bourbon. As you start sipping, the light 

sweetness of sugar and anise are the cocktail’s 

dominant yet delightful first impressions. After 

the anise passes, savor hints of blackberry and 

soothing mint. 

• 1.5 oz. Wheel House Absinthe Verte 

• .5 oz. blackberry liquor 

• 1 sugar cube 

• 1-2 springs of fresh mint 

• 2 oz. ice water 

Muddle mint sprigs and sugar in 

a cocktail shaker. Add ice, absinthe, 

blackberry liquor, and water. Shake well and 

pour into a chilled martini glass or over ice in 

a tumbler. 

Sip on 

This 

“Gin”gle 

Bells 

Submitted by J.J. Pfister Distilling, 9819 

Business Park Drive, Sacramento, 916- 

672-9662, jjpfister.com 

J.J. Pfister Capitol Gin is made entirely 

in-house using nine botanicals sourced 

from around the world and a rye base 

from Sacramento Valley grains. Extremely 

smooth and sippable, it’s delicious on its 

own or as a mixing component for premium 

cocktails such as “Gin”gle Bells. 

• 1.5 oz. J.J. Pfister Capitol Gin 

• .75 oz. pomegranate-rooibos honey 

• .25 oz. fresh lemon juice 

• 1.5 oz. spiced apple cider 

POMEGRANATE-ROOIBOS HONEY 

• 2 cups raw honey 

• 1 cup water 

• 6 bags rooibos chai tea 

.75 cups pomegranate molasses 

Make pomegranate-rooibos honey. 

Combine honey and water in a saucepan 

on medium heat until incorporated. Add 

tea bags and let steep for 1 hour. Remove 

tea bags, add pomegranate molasses, and 

stir. Keep refrigerated for up to 2 weeks. 

Combine gin, pomegranate-rooibos honey, 

lemon, and cider in a cocktail shaker with 

ice. Strain mixture into a chilled cocktail glass 

and garnish with apple slices and freshly grated 

cinnamon. 

Festive 

Cocktails 

By Ashleigh Gruenwald 

Did you know our region boasts 

a bevy of craft distilleries? Sip 

local this season by purchasing 

one of these bottles, then mix 

up the accompanying cocktail 

for a celebration that’ll be merry 

and bright. 

Cranberry 

French 75 

Submitted by California Distilled Spirits, 

12205 Locksley Lane, Suite 11, Auburn, 

916-599-6541, californiadistilledspirits. 

com 

A carefully curated composition of 

rare botanicals and the complex 

floral flavors of Darjeeling tea, 

this gin offers a mouthfeel unlike 

any you’ve had before. Gently 

provocative on the palate and 

smooth, this ruby-hued cocktail is 

guaranteed to please. 

• 1 oz. Darjeeling Gin 

• .5 oz. fresh lemon juice 

• .5 oz. simple cranberry syrup 

• 2 oz. sparkling wine 

SIMPLE CRANBERRY SYRUP 

• 1 1/4 cups of water 

• 1 1/4 cups sugar 

• 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries 

Make simple syrup. Bring water 

and sugar to a boil in a saucepan 

over medium heat, stirring to 

dissolve sugar. Add cranberries; 

simmer 10 minutes or until 

cranberries soften and pop. 

Remove from heat; cool to room 

temperature. Strain through a 

fine-mesh strainer and discard 

cranberries. Refrigerate. 

Combine gin, lemon juice, and 

simple cranberry syrup in a 

cocktail shaker filled with ice. 

Shake and strain into a chilled 

Champagne flute; top with 

a lemon twist and sugared 

cranberries. 


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