Style Magazine - Readers Choice Awards - El Dorado County Foothills 2022
In this month’s issue, our biggest of the year, we’re celebrating the season—along with all our region’s small businesses (and business owners)—in a big way. If you’re like me and read magazines back to front, then start with “Last Look” on page 82 for an autumn-esque picture snapped locally and our favorite leaf-peeping locales, including East Sacramento—an urban forest that’s currently awash in a canopy of yellow, orange, and crimson-colored trees. Leaving the leaves behind, turn to page 68 for some easy, autumn-inspired recipes utilizing the cream of the harvest crop, including a butternut squash risotto you’ll be eager to reheat…and have on repeat. In honor of the most hallowed holiday—the one where consuming colossal amounts of candy and donning creepy costumes is A-OK—we asked area distilleries for their “boo”ziest, most spirited cocktails. Pick your poison (I think I’ll start with the Midori-spiked, freaky-looking “Frankenstein”) on page 72. We also share some fun, festive Halloween happenings in The 10 Spot (page 16) that are sure to (pumpkin) spice up the season. Around here, it wouldn’t be October without our annual “Best of” feature, where we announce the winners of this year’s Readers’ Choice Awards. It’s a personal favorite because I always discover new (literally) winning places around town to support—like Pasty Pies of the World and Exhilaration Station—and am reminded of all the talented, innovative entrepreneurs our region is teeming with. Find out if your favorite people and places made the list starting on page 51. There’s much more in store, too, including an inspiring, informative piece about local women beating breast cancer (page 20); a spotlight on some of the area’s best bands (page 26); and tips on making sure your WFH office is an authentic place of productivity, whether you prefer to work indoors or (like me!) out (page 54). I hope you’ll agree that these glossy print pages are as plentiful and uplifting as the autumn season itself. Enjoy! ——Megan megan@stylemg.com @meggoeggowaffle
In this month’s issue, our biggest of the year, we’re celebrating the season—along with all our region’s small businesses (and business owners)—in a big way. If you’re like me and read magazines back to front, then start with “Last Look” on page 82 for an autumn-esque picture snapped locally and our favorite leaf-peeping locales, including East Sacramento—an urban forest that’s currently awash in a canopy of yellow, orange, and crimson-colored trees.
Leaving the leaves behind, turn to page 68 for some easy, autumn-inspired recipes utilizing the cream of the harvest crop, including a butternut squash risotto you’ll be eager to reheat…and have on repeat.
In honor of the most hallowed holiday—the one where consuming colossal amounts of candy and donning creepy costumes is A-OK—we asked area distilleries for their “boo”ziest, most spirited cocktails. Pick your poison (I think I’ll start with the Midori-spiked, freaky-looking “Frankenstein”) on page 72. We also share some fun, festive Halloween happenings in The 10 Spot (page 16) that are sure to (pumpkin) spice up the season.
Around here, it wouldn’t be October without our annual “Best of” feature, where we announce the winners of this year’s Readers’ Choice Awards. It’s a personal favorite because I always discover new (literally) winning places around town to support—like Pasty Pies of the World and Exhilaration Station—and am reminded of all the talented, innovative entrepreneurs our region is teeming with. Find out if your favorite people and places made the list starting on page 51.
There’s much more in store, too, including an inspiring, informative piece about local women beating breast cancer (page 20); a spotlight on some of the area’s best bands (page 26); and tips on making sure your WFH office is an authentic place of productivity, whether you prefer to work indoors or (like me!) out (page 54).
I hope you’ll agree that these glossy print pages are as plentiful and uplifting as the autumn season itself. Enjoy!
——Megan
megan@stylemg.com
@meggoeggowaffle
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Ashley McMahon<br />
Ashley McMahon beat stage 1 invasive ductal<br />
carcinoma in 2017 and is currently fighting a return<br />
of metastatic breast cancer throughout her body.<br />
Both diagnoses were a shock and have included<br />
intense treatments, such as radiation, surgery,<br />
chemotherapy, bone infusions, and oxygen. But<br />
through it all, Ashley remains determined. “I have<br />
had an amazing support network of family and<br />
friends both times. I have so many prayer warriors<br />
looking out for me…I have also chosen to be a<br />
fighter and stay positive.”<br />
What advice do you have for other women?<br />
Be vigilant. My initial diagnosis happened because<br />
I stayed on top of things. Ask questions and go<br />
for checkups; don't be afraid. You may feel alone,<br />
but you aren't. There are so many of us out there<br />
fighting cancer, and the bond you can form with<br />
others fighting and surviving is special.<br />
What has this journey taught you?<br />
Pay attention to your body. Live for today and learn<br />
from yesterday but don't live there. If you have<br />
plans, make them happen; don't wait for anyone<br />
else to make your life what you want it to be.<br />
Carol Garcia<br />
Carol is a 24-year breast cancer survivor. Diagnosed<br />
at age 39, thanks to a proactive gynecologist<br />
who listened to her concerns and helped her<br />
find the right treatment, she underwent four<br />
surgeries including a double mastectomy to<br />
become cancer-free. As with many women, her<br />
diagnosis came as a shock. “I thought, ‘I don’t<br />
have time for this.’ I have two girls to raise, and<br />
I was working full-time.” Now, however, cancer<br />
care takes precedence in her life. Through the<br />
Auburn Community Cancer Endowment Fund<br />
(health.ucdavis.edu/cancer/giving/donors/auburncommunity-fund.html)<br />
and the Placer Breast<br />
Cancer Foundation (placerbreastcancerfoundation.<br />
org), she has dedicated herself to raising money<br />
for cancer research, care, and education.<br />
What advice do you have for other women?<br />
Don't put off getting mammograms. Even if your<br />
insurance won't pay for them, there are no-cost<br />
resources available. Early detection has come a<br />
long way.<br />
What has this journey taught you?<br />
Slow down, listen to your body, and don’t get<br />
overwhelmed. We live in a high-paced world and<br />
sometimes you just need to take a moment for<br />
yourself. Spend time with people you love and<br />
don’t get caught up in the rush.<br />
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