Style Magazine November 2020 RGBR
In this issue’s Readers’ Choice Awards, we give over 500 businesses a reason to pop a bottle of bubbly. Voted the “Best of 2020” by more than 130,000 locals, each winner—be it a bookstore, brewery, bike shop, restaurant, or real estate agent—is a cornerstone of our community and the crème de la crème in their respective industry. Read about all the prized people and places starting on page 35, and then go and support them! They need your patronage now more than ever. We also share a special “Editor’s Picks” portion where you’ll find some fun, off-the-beaten ballot categories, like “Best Binge-Worthy Show” (no spoilers here, but I highly recommend streaming it stat) and “Best Woman-Owned Business.” If you’re new to the area and happen to be on the hunt for a mental health professional, personal trainer, or other expert, it serves as a perfect place to find a trusted favorite. In need of some new recipes? Turn to Taste on page 52 for 5 simple sides that are easy on the eyes and even easier to make. Submitted by beloved eateries, each dish is guaranteed to have your guests going back for seconds (and maybe even thirds!). There’s plenty more uplifting, articles in the pages that follow—from social media stars who live locally (“Almost Famous,” page 16), to a picture-perfect hike in Pilot Hill (page 32), and a spotlight on area organizations fighting food insecurity (“Hunger Hits Home,” page 20)—so shift your attitude to one of gratitude and see where it takes you. Cheers! — Megan // megan@stylemg.com @meggoeggowaffle
In this issue’s Readers’ Choice Awards, we give over 500 businesses a reason to pop a bottle of bubbly. Voted the “Best of 2020” by more than 130,000 locals, each winner—be it a bookstore, brewery, bike shop, restaurant, or real estate agent—is a cornerstone of our community and the crème de la crème in their respective industry. Read about all the prized people and places starting on page 35, and then go and support them! They need your patronage now more than ever.
We also share a special “Editor’s Picks” portion where you’ll find some fun, off-the-beaten ballot categories, like “Best Binge-Worthy Show” (no spoilers here, but I highly recommend streaming it stat) and “Best Woman-Owned Business.” If you’re new to the area and happen to be on the hunt for a mental health professional, personal trainer, or other expert, it serves as a perfect place to find a trusted favorite.
In need of some new recipes? Turn to Taste on page 52 for 5 simple sides that are easy on the eyes and even easier to make. Submitted by beloved eateries, each dish is guaranteed to have your guests going back for seconds (and maybe even thirds!).
There’s plenty more uplifting, articles in the pages that follow—from social media stars who live locally (“Almost Famous,” page 16), to a picture-perfect hike in Pilot Hill (page 32), and a spotlight on area organizations fighting food insecurity (“Hunger Hits Home,” page 20)—so shift your attitude to one of gratitude and see where it takes you. Cheers!
— Megan // megan@stylemg.com
@meggoeggowaffle
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<strong>2020</strong> READERS’ CHOICE AWARD WINNERS EL DORADO COUNTY FOOTHILLS<br />
Best Dermatologist<br />
1. David No, MD, PhD<br />
2. Mary Ann Johnson, MD<br />
3. Emily Jong, MD<br />
Best Doctor for Cosmetic Procedures<br />
1. Sherellen Gerhart, MD, at Dignity Medical<br />
Aesthetics<br />
2. Reginald Rice, MD, at The Esthetics Center of<br />
El Dorado Hills<br />
3. Donita Abangan, MD, at Berman Skin<br />
Institute<br />
Best General Practitioner<br />
1. Gerardo Galang, MD<br />
2. Courtnie Billett, MD<br />
3. Keith Boston, MD<br />
Best Hearing Center<br />
1. Marshall ENT & Hearing Center<br />
2. AccuQuest Hearing Center<br />
3. Cognitive Hearing Centers<br />
Best Home Health Care<br />
1. Visiting Angels<br />
2. Marshall Home Health<br />
3. TIE: Waterfall HomeCare AND Elder Options<br />
Best Med Spa / Aesthetics<br />
1. Dignity Medical Aesthetics<br />
2. The Esthetics Center of El Dorado Hills<br />
3. Berman Skin Institute<br />
Best Doctor<br />
1. Taylor Vance, MD<br />
2. Kenneth Nelson, MD<br />
3. William Koble, MD<br />
Honorable mention: Bill Barley, MD<br />
Best Medical Practice<br />
1. Marshall Medical Center<br />
2. Shingle Springs Health & Wellness Center<br />
3. Kaiser Permanente Medical Group<br />
Best Mental Health Professional<br />
1. Jeremy Ernst, DO<br />
2. Jill Gustafson, LCSW<br />
3. Kay Williams, LMFT<br />
Best Naturopathic Doctor<br />
1. Deborahe Prock, Naturopath, Master Herbalist<br />
2. Kristi Tompkins, ND<br />
3. Michele Raithel, ND<br />
Best Pediatrician<br />
1. Brett Christiansen, MD<br />
2. Nicole Shorrock, MD<br />
3. Courtney LaCaze-Adams, MD<br />
Best Physical Therapist<br />
1. Erin Le Blanc, PT, at Cameron Park Physical<br />
Therapy<br />
2. Lori Adams, PT, at Fitzpatrick Physical<br />
Therapy<br />
3. Neha Kothari, PT, at Fitzpatrick Physical<br />
Therapy<br />
A very close #4: Steve Harrity, PT, at Cameron Park<br />
Physical Therapy<br />
Best Plastic Surgeon<br />
1. Reginald Rice, MD, at The Esthetics Center of<br />
El Dorado Hills<br />
2. Kenneth Sumida, MD, at Nuance Cosmetic<br />
Surgery<br />
3. Terry Zimmerman, MD, FACS, at The<br />
Zimmerman Center for Plastic Surgery<br />
Best Senior Living Center<br />
1. Eskaton Village Placerville<br />
2. Gold Country Retirement Center<br />
3. Eskaton Lodge Cameron Park<br />
Best Skilled Nursing<br />
1. Gold Country Retirement Center<br />
2. Western Slope Health Center<br />
3. The Pines at Placerville<br />
Best Vision Center<br />
1. Dr. Shawn McDonald, Optometrist<br />
2. Cedar Eye Center<br />
3. Cameron Park Eyecare Optometric Center<br />
Best Weight Loss Clinic<br />
1. Placerville Weight Watchers<br />
2. Fitness Solutions<br />
3. Cascade Medical Wellness & Aesthetics<br />
Best Barbershop<br />
1. Love’s Barbershop<br />
2. Bowtie Barbershop<br />
3. Diamond Barbershop<br />
Honorable mention: Queen Bee’s Barbershop<br />
Best Day Spa<br />
1. Time Out<br />
2. Waterfall Salon and Spa<br />
3. Asante Spa<br />
Best Facialist<br />
1. Haley Judge at Rosewater Holistic Skin Studio<br />
2. Heather West at Molecule Esthetics & Spa<br />
3. TIE: Crystal Carver at Pure Skincare AND<br />
Hillary Beckman at Waterfall Salon & Spa<br />
Best Place for a Facial<br />
1. Rosewater Holistic Skin Studio<br />
2. LaMae Salon & Spa<br />
3. Molecule Esthetics & Spa<br />
Best Hair Stylist<br />
1. Jody Visconti at Ciao Bella Salon<br />
2. Noëlle Pollastrini at Theory Hair Studio<br />
3. Lanea North at Bombshell Salon & Co.<br />
Best Makeup Artist<br />
1. Cierra Shae at Cierra + Co.<br />
2. Ashley Thornhill at La Mae Salon & Spa<br />
3. Larissa Lynn Lujan at The Bellagio Salon<br />
Best Mani/Pedi Place<br />
1. Sassy Nails and Spa<br />
2. Ciao Bella Salon<br />
3. Nail Perfection<br />
Best Massage Therapist<br />
1. Annie McCarthy at Fortitude Massage<br />
2. Dawn Lee at Waterfall Salon & Spa<br />
3. Diana Del Rio Duncan<br />
Best Place for a Massage<br />
1. Fortitude Massage<br />
2. Whispering Hands Massage<br />
3. Back to You Massage Studio<br />
Best Salon<br />
1. Ciao Bella Salon<br />
2. Theory Hair Studio<br />
3. Waterfall Salon & Spa<br />
Best Tanning Salon<br />
1. Max Muscle Nutrition<br />
2. Tan Central<br />
3. California Sun<br />
Best Waxing Salon<br />
1. Rosewater Holistic Skin Studio<br />
2. LaMae Salon & Spa<br />
3. Molecule Esthetics & Spa<br />
Best Pet Boarding<br />
1. El Dorado Pet Club<br />
2. Sierra Dogs Boarding & Training<br />
3. Goldorado Animal Hospital<br />
Best Pet Groomer<br />
1. El Dorado Pet Club<br />
2. Goldorado Animal Hospital<br />
3. Groomingdales<br />
Best Pet Sitter<br />
1. Bark to Barn Pet & Farm Sitting<br />
2. Happy Tails Pet Sitting<br />
3. Kasey’s K9 Care<br />
Best Pet Store<br />
1. Lees’ Feed and Western Store<br />
2. Double Diamond Tack & Feed<br />
3. Clifton & Warren<br />
Best Pet Training<br />
1. Sierra Dogs<br />
2. El Dorado Pet Club<br />
3. Our Furry Friends<br />
Honorable mention: Val’s K9 Services<br />
Best Veterinarian<br />
1. Randy Robinson, DVM, at Missouri Flat<br />
Animal Hospital<br />
2. David Barnes, DVM, at Goldorado Animal<br />
Hospital<br />
3. Brad Cahoon, DVM, at Veterinary Healing<br />
Center<br />
Best Veterinary Practice<br />
1. Goldorado Animal Hospital<br />
2. Missouri Flat Animal Hospital<br />
3. Slate Creek Animal Hospital<br />
Honorable mention: Placerville Veterinary Clinic<br />
Best Bookstore<br />
1. The Bookery<br />
2. Face in a Book<br />
3. Barnes & Noble<br />
Best Boutique<br />
1. Ambiance<br />
2. Blue Skies Clothing & Accessories<br />
3. My Martha Design Boutique<br />
Best Casino<br />
1. Red Hawk Casino<br />
2. Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort<br />
3. Harrah’s Lake Tahoe<br />
Best Consignment Shop<br />
1. Violets are Blue Consignment Boutique<br />
2. ReLoveIt Consignments<br />
3. The Wild Pea<br />
Best Dry Cleaners<br />
1. 49ers Cleaners<br />
2. Classic Cleaners<br />
3. Fresh Cleaners<br />
Best Family Photographer<br />
1. Lisa Richmond Photography<br />
2. Snowline Photography<br />
3. Nick Franco Photography<br />
Best Farmers’ Market<br />
1. Placerville Certified Farmers’ Market<br />
2. Burke Junction Cameron Park Certified<br />
Farmers’ Market<br />
3. El Dorado Hills Certified Farmers’ Market<br />
Best Fine Jewelry Store<br />
1. Gold Country Artists Gallery<br />
2. Jon Bate Jewelry Studio<br />
3. Ancient Gold Jewelers<br />
Best Florist<br />
1. Placerville Flowers on Main<br />
2. Cameron Park Florist<br />
3. Florist on the Hill<br />
Best Garden Center<br />
1. El Dorado Nursery and Garden<br />
2. Home Depot<br />
3. Green Acres Nursery and Supply<br />
Best Gift Shop<br />
1. Placerville News Company<br />
2. Lighthouse Nature Store<br />
3. Country Elegance<br />
A very close #4: Gold Country Artists Gallery<br />
Best Grocery Store<br />
1. Fork Lift by Nugget Markets<br />
2. Grocery Outlet<br />
3. Raley’s<br />
Best Health Foods/Nutrition Shop<br />
1. Placerville Food Co-Op<br />
2. Cameron Park Vitamins<br />
3. Max Muscle Nutrition<br />
Best Local Business<br />
1. Placerville Hardware<br />
2. Country Elegance<br />
3. Beuttel Insurance Services<br />
Best Mall/Shopping Center<br />
1. Downtown Placerville<br />
2. El Dorado Hills Town Center<br />
3. Folsom Premium Outlets<br />
Best Music Store/Lessons<br />
1. Sabado School of Music<br />
2. Rock Creek Studio<br />
3. Shaun Manley School of Music<br />
Best Print and Sign Shop<br />
1. El Dorado Press and Blueprint<br />
2. Spot-On-Signs and Graphics<br />
3. Diamond Springs Printing<br />
Best Produce Department<br />
1. Fork Lift by Nugget Markets<br />
2. Placerville Food Co-Op<br />
3. Raley’s<br />
Best Shoe Store<br />
1. Lees’ Boutique<br />
2. Sole Desire<br />
Best Tailor<br />
1. Rose Alteration<br />
2. Alterations by Sarah<br />
3. EDH Tailoring and Alterations<br />
Best Bike Shop<br />
1. Rufus Cycles<br />
2. Bison Bikes<br />
3. Sam’s Town Cyclery<br />
Best Dance Instructor<br />
1. Jennifer Costello<br />
2. Kay Lenhart at Jammin’ Dance and Fitness<br />
3. Sherri Scher at On Stage Productions<br />
Best Dance Studio<br />
1. On Stage Productions<br />
2. Jammin’ Dance and Fitness<br />
3. Jazzercise Shingle Springs Foothills Studio<br />
Best Golf Course<br />
1. Apple Mountain Golf Resort<br />
2. Cold Springs Golf and Country Club<br />
3. Cameron Park Country Club<br />
Best Gym/Health Club<br />
1. Powerhouse Gym<br />
2. El Dorado Hills Sports Club, a Spare Time<br />
Sports Club<br />
3. TIE: Snap Fitness AND Anytime Fitness<br />
Honorable mention: Lord’s Gym of<br />
El Dorado County<br />
Best Martial Arts Instructor<br />
1. Bob Westphal at Cameron Park and Foothill<br />
Taekwondo<br />
2. Scott Newman at New Man’s Karate<br />
3. Kelly Webb at Full Circle Martial and<br />
Healing Arts<br />
Best Martial Arts Studio<br />
1. Cameron Park and Foothill Taekwondo<br />
2. Kovar’s Satori Academy of Martial Arts<br />
3. Elite Martial Arts & Fitness<br />
Honorable mention: New Man’s Karate<br />
Best Personal Trainer<br />
1. Melody Christensen at Kaia Fit Placerville<br />
2. Jennifer Heape at Fitness Solutions<br />
3. Stacy Alway at Powerhouse Gym<br />
Best Pilates Instructor<br />
1. Kristen Loving at Placerville Pilates<br />
2. Karen Pledger at El Dorado Hills Sports Club,<br />
a Spare Time Sports Club<br />
3. Kara Gant at Rising Sun Pilates<br />
Best Pilates Studio<br />
1. Placerville Pilates<br />
2. JJ PilatesXercise<br />
3. Rising Sun Pilates<br />
Best Specialty Fitness<br />
1. Kaia Fit Placerville<br />
2. Jazzercise Shingle Springs Foothills Studio<br />
3. TIE: Unlocked Fitness AND Fitness Solutions<br />
Best Swim School<br />
1. Steve Wallen Swim School<br />
2. Placerville Aquatic Center<br />
3. SwimLabs<br />
Best Yoga Instructor<br />
1. Gretta Smith at Ohana Moon Yoga<br />
2. Jennifer Heape at Fitness Solutions<br />
3. TIE: Kellee Falkenstrom at Main St. Yoga AND<br />
Julia Johnsen at Main St. Yoga<br />
Best Yoga Studio<br />
1. Ohana Moon Yoga<br />
2. Main St. Yoga<br />
3. Snap Fitness (Shingle Springs)<br />
Best Bridal Hair<br />
1. Ciao Bella Salon<br />
2. Bombshell Salon & Co.<br />
3. Cierra + Co.<br />
Best Bridal Makeup<br />
1. All Dolled Up Bridal + Beauty<br />
2. Lea Buehler at BGorgeous<br />
3. Cierra + Co.<br />
Best Bridal Shop<br />
1. The Clothes Mine<br />
2. De La Rosa’s Bridal & Tuxedo<br />
3. Second Summer Bride<br />
Best Limousine Company<br />
1. Foothill Area Rapid Transit<br />
2. Rockstar Limo Lounge<br />
3. Neumann Enterprises<br />
Best Linen Rental Company<br />
1. El Dorado Hills Party Rentals<br />
2. High Sierra Events<br />
3. La Tavola Fine Linen Rental<br />
Best Rehearsal Dinner Place<br />
1. The Independent Restaurant and Bar<br />
2. Smith Flat House<br />
3. Sierra Banquet Center Inc. & Log Cabin Café<br />
Best Wedding Cake/Desserts<br />
1. Frank Vilt’s Cakes<br />
2. Baker & A Black Cat<br />
3. Caked<br />
Best Wedding Caterer<br />
1. Diane Wilkinson Catering<br />
2. Off the Vine Catering<br />
3. Hog Wild Bar-B-Que & Luke and Lucy<br />
Catering<br />
Honorable mention: Beth Sogaard Catering<br />
Best Wedding Décor<br />
1. Forever Vintage Rentals<br />
2. El Dorado Hills Party Rentals<br />
3. High Sierra Events<br />
Best Wedding DJ<br />
1. Music & More Entertainment<br />
2. Sound Extreme Productions<br />
3. DJ Grant Petersen<br />
Best Wedding Florist<br />
1. Placerville Flowers on Main<br />
2. Couture Weddings by Dottie<br />
3. Natural Flair Custom Floral Designs<br />
Best Wedding Invitations<br />
1. Imperial Printing<br />
2. Minuteman Press<br />
3. El Dorado Press and Blueprint<br />
Best Wedding Officiant<br />
1. Terri A. Smith<br />
2. Rev. Jeri Murphy<br />
3. Cindie Wilding<br />
Best Wedding Photo Booth<br />
1. Music & More Entertainment<br />
2. Northern California Crazy Booth<br />
3. Giggle & Riot Fun Booths<br />
Best Wedding Photographer<br />
1. Artistic Photography by Tami<br />
2. Carrie Ayn<br />
3. TIE: Vanessa Lynne Photography AND Mariea<br />
Rummel Photography<br />
Best Wedding Planner<br />
1. A Daydream Wedding<br />
2. Jenn Robirds Events<br />
3. J. Marie Custom Events and Culinary Services<br />
Best Wedding Rentals<br />
1. El Dorado Hills Party Rentals<br />
2. Celebrations! Party Rentals & Tents<br />
3. High Sierra Events<br />
Best Wedding Venue<br />
1. The Davies Family Inn at ShadowRidge Ranch<br />
2. Rancho Victoria Vineyard<br />
3. Lehman Barn at Varozza Ranch<br />
A very close #4: Fausel Ranch<br />
Best Wedding Videographer<br />
1. Frontside Films<br />
2. Reel to Real Video Productions<br />
3. Jensen Films<br />
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