Style Magazine - February 2022
Whether the words “bibimbap” and “bulgogi” ring any bells or not, this month’s feature, “Head East!” (page 72), is aimed at informing and hopefully inspiring you to explore unfamiliar-to-you fare. From Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese to Japanese and Korean, we share the flavors that define each country’s cooking and a list of the most iconic eats. Hopefully it encourages you to think outside your typical takeout box and dig into something that surprises you…in the best, most delicious way. What else is cooking this month? In honor of Valentine’s Day, we have lots of lovey-dovey content, including a spotlight on four meet-cute couples who make marriage look easy (“Two’s Company” on page 22); the region’s prettiest pink drinks to sip alongside your nearest and dearest (page 92); and relationship pointers from the pros, ensuring your courtship stays sexy and spontaneous (“Together Forever” on page 38). One of the tips? Scheduling at least two date nights every month. If you’re looking for something different to do, consider reserving a spot at Auburn’s hottest table in town, Restaurant Josephine (page 88); heading out for a hike on the Homestead to Blue Ridge Loop (page 42), or attending a crab feed fundraiser, art exhibit, or live performance (page 12); all are wonderful ways to bring the butterflies back, if even for a few fleeting hours. I wish I could say my husband and I have big, passionate Valentine’s Day plans, but we’ll be bonding over the birth of our baby girl—estimated to arrive any day now—so I’m anticipating a February filled with little sleep, lots of Thai takeout (our family’s favorite!), and an abundance of love. See you after my maternity leave. Cheers! —Megan megan@stylemg.com @meggoeggowaffle
Whether the words “bibimbap” and “bulgogi” ring any bells or not, this month’s feature, “Head East!” (page 72), is aimed at informing and hopefully inspiring you to explore unfamiliar-to-you fare. From Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese to Japanese and Korean, we share the flavors that define each country’s cooking and a list of the most iconic eats. Hopefully it encourages you to think outside your typical takeout box and dig into something that surprises you…in the best, most delicious way.
What else is cooking this month? In honor of Valentine’s Day, we have lots of lovey-dovey content, including a spotlight on four meet-cute couples who make marriage look easy (“Two’s Company” on page 22); the region’s prettiest pink drinks to sip alongside your nearest and dearest (page 92); and relationship pointers from the pros, ensuring your courtship stays sexy and spontaneous (“Together Forever” on page 38). One of the tips? Scheduling at least two date nights every month. If you’re looking for something different to do, consider reserving a spot at Auburn’s hottest table in town, Restaurant Josephine (page 88); heading out for a hike on the Homestead to Blue Ridge Loop (page 42), or attending a crab feed fundraiser, art exhibit, or live performance (page 12); all are wonderful ways to bring the butterflies back, if even for a few fleeting hours.
I wish I could say my husband and I have big, passionate Valentine’s Day plans, but we’ll be bonding over the birth of our baby girl—estimated to arrive any day now—so I’m anticipating a February filled with little sleep, lots of Thai takeout (our family’s favorite!), and an abundance of love. See you after my maternity leave. Cheers!
—Megan
megan@stylemg.com
@meggoeggowaffle
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Teriyaki<br />
An absolute crowd-pleaser, teriyaki delights young and old alike. What’s not to<br />
like? Fish or meat is grilled and glazed in the most addictive sauce containing<br />
mirin and sugar. There are tons of teriyaki places to try in our region, so when<br />
you happen to come across one like Kazoku Teriyaki & More that gets it<br />
right each time, you make a beeline for it. Whether you try the sticky-sweet<br />
goodness in a bowl, bento box, or plate, you’re sure to be pleased, but it’s the<br />
Teriyaki Noodles that keep us coming back! 5131 Foothills Boulevard, Suite 1,<br />
Roseville, 916-784-8646, kazoku-teriyaki.com<br />
Best<br />
Boba Tea<br />
If you haven’t jumped on<br />
the boba (aka, bubble tea)<br />
bandwagon yet, you’re<br />
missing out. The tea-based<br />
drink with Taiwanese origins<br />
can be made with milk or<br />
without and consists of tea<br />
(typically black, green, or<br />
oolong) and chewy tapioca<br />
balls ("boba" or "pearls"),<br />
which are slurped through<br />
oversized straws.<br />
Bobaology<br />
24988 Blue Ravine<br />
Road, Suite 108,<br />
Folsom,<br />
916-620-0067,<br />
thebobaology.com<br />
Bubble<br />
University<br />
960 Sunrise Avenue,<br />
Suite 105, Roseville,<br />
916-474-4514<br />
Ding Tea<br />
4060 Douglas Boulevard, Suite 108,<br />
Granite Bay, 916-872-1497,<br />
ding-tea-granite-bay.business.site<br />
Lobster Roll photo by Taylor Gillespie. Other photos courtesy of thier respective<br />
restaurants.<br />
Agedashi Tofu<br />
A subtle dish, agedashi tofu is made using<br />
firm tofu that’s coated with potato starch<br />
and deep-fried until golden-brown to create<br />
a crisp outer shell. It’s then served in a hot,<br />
light sauce made of dashi, mirin, and shoyu<br />
(Japanese soy sauce) to create a wellbalanced,<br />
exotic flavor profile that’s silky<br />
on the palate and easy on the eyes. Kobe<br />
Sushi & Fusion delivers all the above<br />
with their sauce on the side and a dusting<br />
of green onions, daikon radish, and bonito<br />
flakes (smoked skipjack tuna) for the ultimate<br />
appetizer. 3300 Coach Lane, Cameron Park,<br />
530-672-9210, kobecameronpark.com<br />
Lobster Roll<br />
There’s nothing more pleasing<br />
than sushi that allows its<br />
seafood to shine. This is the<br />
case with Mikasa Asian<br />
Fusion’s lobster roll—deluxe<br />
deep-fried lobster, chili, soy,<br />
spicy crab, seared asparagus,<br />
special sauces, and a searing<br />
on top. Did we mention you also<br />
get a large lobster shell as an<br />
accompaniment? It’s indulgent<br />
to say the least. Not to mention,<br />
totally satisfying for lobster lovers<br />
everywhere. 3000 Green Valley<br />
Road, Suite B12, Cameron Park,<br />
530-350-8658, sushicameronpark.<br />
com<br />
Editor’s note: Our region is full of other Asian cuisines to<br />
explore, too, and this list is just a small sampling of the<br />
diverse offerings. If you have a favorite, please tell us all<br />
about it by emailing info@stylemg.com.<br />
T-Crepes<br />
1870 Prairie City<br />
Road, Suite 300,<br />
Folsom,<br />
916-597-2787,<br />
tcrepesandmilktea.<br />
com<br />
T4 Folsom<br />
2690 East Bidwell<br />
Street, Suite 600,<br />
Folsom<br />
916-670-9168, t4folsom.<br />
com<br />
One Milk Tea<br />
1611 Lead Hill Boulevard,<br />
Suite 160, Roseville,<br />
916-297-7585, onemilktea.com<br />
Tea Republic<br />
4810 Granite Drive, Suite A6,<br />
Rocklin, 916-824-2708<br />
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