Style Magazine - May 2022
Starting the month off with a mighty bang is Cinco de Mayo that commemorates the anniversary of Mexico’s victory over the French Empire (and is NOT their Independence Day which is celebrated September 16). We love a good party and never pass up the chance to have one. So, with that as inspiration, we bring you this month’s “30+ Local Latin American Restaurants To Try!” feature (page 85) that’s full of intoxicating eats that will guarantee a fiesta (definitely followed by a siesta!). While researching this article, we came across many other South American restaurants that warranted mention, thus expanding the feature to include Salvadoran, Brazilian, and other cuisines that will knock your socks off. Another holiday we can’t wait to celebrate this month is Mother’s Day (May 8). We all have our own ways of showing affection and appreciation towards our moms (or mother figures) on Mother’s Day, but as a magazine, we’ve come to love our “Get to Know” article each May that profiles some of the most magnificent mothers to grace our neighborhoods. Not a single one of them fails to inspire and warm our hearts, and this year’s “Mighty Moms” piece (page 16) is no less. If it weren’t already apparent, we’ve got so much good content on the following pages. So, grab a margarita (or any of the coffees in our “Hot List” department on page 102—if that’s more your thing), grab the family (including mom!), and make the most of May. Cheers and happy everything! —Tara Mendanha tara@stylemg.com
Starting the month off with a mighty bang is Cinco de Mayo that commemorates the anniversary of Mexico’s victory over the French Empire (and is NOT their Independence Day which is celebrated September 16). We love a good party and never pass up the chance to have one. So, with that as inspiration, we bring you this month’s “30+ Local Latin American Restaurants To Try!” feature (page 85) that’s full of intoxicating eats that will guarantee a fiesta (definitely followed by a siesta!). While researching this article, we came across many other South American restaurants that warranted mention, thus expanding the feature to include Salvadoran, Brazilian, and other cuisines that will knock your socks off.
Another holiday we can’t wait to celebrate this month is Mother’s Day (May 8). We all have our own ways of showing affection and appreciation towards our moms (or mother figures) on Mother’s Day, but as a magazine, we’ve come to love our “Get to Know” article each May that profiles some of the most magnificent mothers to grace our neighborhoods. Not a single one of them fails to inspire and warm our hearts, and this year’s “Mighty Moms” piece (page 16) is no less.
If it weren’t already apparent, we’ve got so much good content on the following pages. So, grab a margarita (or any of the coffees in our “Hot List” department on page 102—if that’s more your thing), grab the family (including mom!), and make the most of May. Cheers and happy everything!
—Tara Mendanha
tara@stylemg.com
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Taqueria El Carnaval gives the people what they<br />
want, which is well-made Mexican favorites like the<br />
absolutely delectable Tacos Al Pastor that makes<br />
perfectly marinated pork sing in your mouth. Check<br />
out their breakfast menu—a solid favorite is the huevos<br />
rancheros with two fried eggs on corn tortillas, tomatochili<br />
sauce, plus all your favorite sides. And we will<br />
always come back for their freshly made agua frescas<br />
(pineapple is the front-runner!).4340 Golden Center Drive, Suite<br />
C, Placerville, 530-344-7246<br />
Some locals will tell you that Tijuana Taqueria serves<br />
the best Mexican food in Placerville. We’ll let you decide,<br />
but be prepared for scintillating salsas, carnitas by the<br />
pound, and burritos the size of an adult’s head. There’s<br />
much to be appreciated here, including the Chile<br />
Relleno, comprising a battered and fried poblano<br />
pepper stuffed with cheese, and covered in a lipsmacking<br />
tomato sauce (we suggest getting the plate<br />
with rice and beans). So, yay or nay? You tell us. We bet<br />
it’s a resounding “yay!” 1762 Broadway, Placerville, 530-622-9517,<br />
ordertijuanataqueria.com<br />
Photos by Taylor Gillespie.<br />
Lola's Tequila Bar<br />
& Cocina is the place<br />
to go for a festive<br />
atmosphere and<br />
upbeat, friendly service.<br />
Obviously, tequila is the<br />
order of the day and you<br />
cannot go wrong with<br />
a margarita (or three).<br />
Menu wise, there’s lots<br />
to choose from but a<br />
particular standout is<br />
the Mango Ceviche<br />
(sweet chili, lime juice,<br />
red onion, mango, red<br />
and yellow bell peppers,<br />
and avocado served with<br />
jicama tostadas) that’s<br />
perfect for summer! 1563<br />
Eureka Road, Roseville, 916-474-<br />
4951, lolasteqbarcocina.com<br />
Octopus Tacos? Mushroom Tacos?<br />
Short-Rib Barbacoa Tacos? Pork Belly<br />
Tacos? Where else but at Roseville’s<br />
Nixtaco can you order these kinds<br />
of twisted gourmet taco delights?<br />
Start with the Rajas Con Queso<br />
(poblano pepper, crema, Oaxacan<br />
cheese, corn) and Pork Belly Tacos<br />
(slow-roasted, honey-glazed pork<br />
belly, refried beans, grilled cheese,<br />
peanut-chipotle sauce) or indulge<br />
in the twenty-dollar burrito that’s<br />
packed with an obscene number of<br />
fillings. Pro tip: Keep that Uber/Lyft<br />
on speed dial because moving about<br />
freely is not on the menu when you<br />
dine here! 1805 Cirby Way, Suite 12, Roseville,<br />
916-771-4165, nixta.co<br />
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