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IN THIS ISSUE

6 EDITOR'S

LETTER

10 ONLINE

12 COMMUNITY

MATTERS

WHAT'S UP

News Around Town

16 THE 10 SPOT

Explore Amador

20 GET TO KNOW

Ray Johnston

24 ARTS & CULTURE

ARTIST SPOTLIGHT

Claudia Savage

28 CALENDAR

32 OUTTAKES

Event Pics

34 HEALTH & WELLNESS

The Power of Walking

36 TAKE A HIKE

Springhill, Lafayette Ridge,

Briones Crest, & Sunrise Loop

46 KEEP IT LOCAL

EDITOR’S PICKS

48 STYLE FILES

49 ASK THE EXPERT

50 INTRODUCING

Q&A with Local Companies

52 HOME & GARDEN

Top Gardening Tips

56 FEATURE

25 Best Breakfasts

84 EAT & DRINK

DINING OUT

ELDO Chophouse & Kitchen

86 FOODIE FIND

Tokyo Express

88 HOT LIST

Hot Potatoes

92 BEST OF

Q&A with Top Chefs

98 LAST LOOK

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IF WE CAN HELP KIDS GROW HEALTHY,

LET’S GROW HEALTHIER FOOD.

Believe in Better.

Better health takes more than health care.

Research shows that factors outside of the care we

receive, including access to fresh food and community

support systems, account for 80% of our health. It’s

why we invest in farm-to-fork initiatives, creating 6,500

healthy, locally sourced meals for our hospital patients,

employees, and visitors each day. We also support the

River City Food Bank’s Arden location, allowing them

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| editor’s letter |

Rainy days during

childhood meant

board games, puddlejumping,

and—best of

all—pancakes for dinner.

Yep, you read that right. When stormy

skies rolled in, my mom would pull

out the griddle and make mounds of

fluffy flapjacks (with generous pats

of butter and swirls of maple syrup,

of course), alongside crispy bacon

and fresh fruit. It was the only time

vegetables weren’t on the dinner

menu (after all, pancakes and peas

aren’t the most palatable pairing)—

and I enjoyed every bite.

These days, the “breakfast for

dinner” tradition continues with my

daughters, who know that wet weather

likely means waffles are on the way.

Luckily, they love the ritual as much as me—and how could they not? Whether

sweet, savory, simple, or extravagant, breakfast food is a consistent crowdpleaser,

a meal that should be enjoyed morning, noon, and night. In this month’s

feature story, we highlight 25 of the best breakfasts found ’round town, from

eggcellent benedicts and fresh-baked bagels to buttery pastries, haute hotcakes,

and more. “Flip” to page 56 and dig in!

As gray skies turn blue and hillsides burst into bloom, I can’t help but feel

blissful. Spring’s on the horizon, which means brighter, lighter days and more

time for my favorite spring things: walking (turn to

“Take a Hike” on page 36 for a wildflower-filled route

“A garden is

a delight to

the eye and

a solace for

the soul.”

—Saadi

in Lafayette, and check out “Best Foot Forward” on

page 34 to learn why getting your steps in is so good

for the body and brain), gardening (don’t miss “Green

Thumbs Up” on page 52 for simple tips to ensure this

year’s harvest is abundant), and alfresco adventures (in

“Explore Amador” on page 16, we share 10 must-dos in

this picturesque place that’s home to a castle, caverns,

and one of the state’s first wine trails).

Hungry for more? Our Eat & Drink section is teeming

with tasty discoveries to curb every craving, from steak

(page 84) and sushi (page 86) to taters of all types (page

88). We also have a fun Q&A with the region’s top chefs

(page 92), where you might just learn a thing or three (like how the Sacramento

Valley produces 97% of California’s rice and ranks as the second-largest ricegrowing

region in the U.S.). Finally, in “Taste of the Town” (page 73), we introduce

you to some of the restaurants and food-focused businesses that make our area

such a delicious destination.

By the time you reach “the end” on page 98, my hope is that you’re not only

ready to eat but also ready for the joys of spring; or, at the very least, ready to

make breakfast for dinner. Cheers!

—Megan

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HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN WITH STYLE?

I started freelancing for STYLE in November 2021; I’ve

been associate editor since July 2024

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copy is error-free, brainstorming creative content

ideas for each issue, reaching out to people and

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and information, and compiling the monthly

Calendar, Ask the Expert, and Foodie Find sidebar

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and family, taking mini trips, and rooting for the

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New&

Sip, snack, and relax at Rosie’s (drinkrosies.com), an intimate, inviting restaurant

at 2966 State Route 49, Suite B, in Cool. In addition to rare, handpicked wines,

craft drafts, and small plates (charcuterie, salads, sandwiches, roasted

veggies, etc.), they also offer a quarterly wine club and bi-monthly

beer club. Thanks to their sister shop, Lokl General Store

(loklgeneralstore.com), they work closely with

area farmers to ensure the thoughtfully

curated menu features fresh,

seasonal ingredients.

Bay Area burger chain Super Duper

(superduperburgers.com), whose motto

is “fast food burgers, slow food values,”

is opening its first Sacramento area

brick and mortar this spring at 1119

Galleria Boulevard in Roseville. Expect

soft serve and milkshakes made using

organic Straus Family Creamery dairy

and burgers crafted with sustainably

farmed, vegetarian fed beef, freshly

baked buns, and homemade pickles. The

roughly 5,000-square-foot location will

be Super Duper’s largest one to date.

The Crepe Stop (thecrepestop.com)—a

destination for sweet and savory crepes,

as well as gelato, acai bowls, mini

pancakes, waffle pops, boba, smoothies,

milkshakes, and more—opened at 1485

Eureka Road, Suite 160, in Roseville’s

Stone Point Retail Plaza. The familyowned

and operated eatery has an

existing location in San Carlos.

Indoor amusement chain Fun City

Adventure Park (@funcityadventurepark)

is opening its first Sacramento-area

site—a 34,876-square-foot space

at 2868 Zinfandel Drive in Rancho

Cordova. The community can look

forward to attractions such as trampoline

courts, playgrounds, ninja courses,

foam pits, rock climbing, bumper

ball, arcades, and ropes courses.

Expect both Indian-style pizzas (chicken tikka,

chili paneer, and tandoori) plus traditional

Italian pies (Hawaiian, garlic chicken, and

combination), in addition to wings, “sticks,”

desserts, and beverages like mango lassi

and rose milk—all crafted using premium

ingredients—at Desi Pizza Bite (desipizzabite.

com). Opening at 512 Main Street in

Placerville, the approximately 4,000-squarefoot

outpost is scheduled to open this month.

Super Duper photo by Carly Hackbarth. Rosie's photo by Hope Mendes. The Crepe Stop photo courtesy of The Crepe Stop.


Trailblazer Craft

Pizza & Brews

(trailblazerpizza.

com), known for their

perfect pizza combos

named after hiking

trails, house-made

crust with specialty

sauces, plus wings,

tacos, sandwiches,

salads, burgers, and

regularly rotating

craft taps, is opening

at 2500 Bell Road in

Auburn’s Crossroads

Shopping Center. The

family-owned business,

which has an existing

location in Grass

Valley, is expected to

open later this spring.

Movita Juice Bar (movitajuicebar.com), an

emerging, socially responsible franchise that

specializes in raw juices, smoothies, acai

bowls, wellness shots, nutritional supplements,

healthy toasts, functional beverages (such

as kombucha and mushroom powderinfused

matcha), and more, is opening this

summer at 6700 Lonetree Boulevard, Suite

600, in Rocklin's Blue Oaks Town Center.

Knee Deep Brewing Co. photo by Amie Berni. Other photos courtesy of their respective companies or organizations.

Auburn-based microbrewery Knee Deep

Brewing Co. (kneedeepbrewing.com),

beloved for their award-winning, highquality,

consistently good IPAs and other

beer styles, is expanding to Folsom this

spring. The 3,991-square-foot taproom,

sited at 2793 East Bidwell Street, Suite

100, in Broadstone Plaza, also plans to

serve upscale, farm-to-fork pub grub.


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People & Places in the News

The Spa at Thunder Valley

(thundervalleyresort.com/spa) was

recognized by Spas of America

(spasofamerica.com) as one of the

Top Spas in 2024, , thanks to their

extensive menu of treatments—

including massages, facials, body

wraps, and salon services, plus

“touchless wellness experiences”—

and state-of-the-art facilities

(steam rooms and tranquil

treatment spaces). Congrats!

El Dorado Hills’ Face in a Book

(getyourfaceinabook.com) is the recipient

of Mystery Writers of America’s Raven

Award—which recognizes outstanding

achievements by non-writers and

institutions deemed to have made a

significant contribution to the mystery

genre. Tina Ferguson, , owner of Face

in a Book, will receive the esteemed

award at the 79th annual Edgar Awards

Ceremony in New York on May 1.

Cheers to Eric Aafedt, , vice president of

winemaking at Bogle Family Vineyards

(boglewinery.com),, for being honored

as the “2024 Winemaker of the Year”

by Wine Enthusiast. . A part of the

Bogle family for over 30 years, Aafedt

is dedicated to crafting approachable

wines of amazing flavor, complexity, and

balance. The winery was also recently

recognized at the San Francisco

Chronicle Wine Competition;

Bogle Essential Red and Blanc De

Blancs both earned gold medals.

Congrats to the Vista Jr. Eagles

Comp Cheer Squad for winning the

Division 15-Level 2 Jamz National

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out of all 42 teams in Division 15,

receiving the highest overall score. The

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(head coach), Bonnie Napton (assistant

coach), Sarah Canahuati (stunt coach),

and Kailey Rohrer, Caitlin Cunningham,

and Liliana Claveau (instructors).

The Sacramento Tree Foundation

offers SMUD customers (including

homeowners, renters, and businesses)

who have space on their property the

opportunity to receive up to 10, five-gallon

trees, for free. Availability varies but

currently includes pomegranate trees,

various maples, sweet bay laurels, and

willow oaks. To learn more about the Free

Shade Tree program and process, visit

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Selland's Market-Cafe (sellands.com) is

in the process of revamping all three of

its locations—including the one at the

El Dorado Hills Town Center—and

rebranding to Sellands Neighborhood

Cafe & Bar. . Once complete, expect

new menu categories, updated décor

(furniture, lighting, booths, banquettes,

etc.), and a full-service bar with craft

cocktails at both Sacramento locales.

Kudos to Savannah Mathew, , an

eighth grader at Valley View Charter

Montessori School, , for winning the

second annual Youth Design a Bus

Wrap Contest. . Her colorful, hand-

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more than 100 submissions and

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by JENNIFER MARAGONI

Think you have to travel to

Napa Valley for a day of wine

tasting or to Europe to tour a

real castle? Think again. You

can experience both—and

so much more—in nearby

Amador County.

Nestled in the foothills and

steeped in Gold Rush history,

Amador County boasts

myriad museums and historic

landmarks, spectacular

caverns, a Romanesque

Revival-style castle, and one

of the state’s first wine trails.

Antique enthusiasts can hunt

for treasures along its historic

main streets, while history

buffs can geek out over real

treasure at one of the state’s

deepest gold mines.

“The genuine welcoming

environment, with boutique

shops and restaurants,

coupled with the awardwinning

wine, rich history, and

unique experiences, make

it a destination for families,

foodies, wine lovers, and

outdoor enthusiasts,” says

Nicole Shebl, public relations

and marketing manager for the

Amador Council of Tourism.

Silver Lake

Amador Vintners Association

Blue Door Bakery

SWEET INDULGENCE

Start your day with coffee and a

morning bun or grab an artisan

sandwich at Blue Door Bakery

(@bluedoorbakeryjackson).

Since opening in 2017, the

Serbian-owned bakeshop has

become a local favorite known

for its friendly service and

European-style delicacies,

including mouthwatering

pastries, focaccia, country

sourdough bread (naturally

leavened and made with only

Knight Foundry

three ingredients: water,

flour, salt), and balsamic

dip. The bakery is open

Tuesday-Saturday

from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. but

arrive early for the best

selection.

SIP & SAVOR

With more than 50

boutique and family-run

wineries, and vineyards

dating back to the mid-

1800s, Amador County

is no newcomer to the

wine world. Spend a

day sampling robust

reds and crisp whites

while soaking in the

breathtaking vineyard

views. At Deaver

Vineyards in Plymouth,

you can even sip reds

crafted from vines

planted by the owner’s

great-grandfather

in 1854. Wondering

which other wineries

to visit? The Amador

Vintners Association

(amadorwine.com) is a

perfect place to start.

FORGE HISTORY

Established in 1873,

Sutter Creek’s Knight

Foundry (knightfoundry.

com) is America's last

water-powered foundry

and machine shop.

These days, it’s been

transformed into a

unique regional heritage

site, where traditional

industrial techniques

are demonstrated and

taught. Step back in time

to explore the Foundry

on the second and fourth

Saturday of every month

or arrange a private

guided tour.

Amador Vintners Association photo by Shoop's Photography. Silver Lake photo by Larry Angier. Other photos courtesy of their respective companies or organizations.


STRIKE GOLD

California’s Gold Rush history is best

explored at Kennedy Gold Mine

(kennedygoldmine.com) in Jackson, one of

California’s deepest gold mines at 5,912

feet. Take a tour to learn about the mine’s

history, see its massive head frame and

shaft, and experience a simulated mine

tunnel. And don’t forget to check out the

safe where gold bars were once stored!

Amador wildflowers and Kennedy Gold Mine photos by by Larry Angier. The Copper Room photo by Farrell Photography. Other photos courtesy of their respective companies or organizations.

HAUNTED HISTORY

History looms large at Preston Castle

(prestoncastle.org) in Ione. Built in the

1890s as a reform school for boys, the

imposing 50,000-square-foot stone

castle is now a historic landmark offering

guided tours and ghost hunts. (Yes, ghost

hunts!) The castle has even been featured

in horror films and paranormal shows.

Explore its grand halls and grounds and

you’ll feel like you’re in a Scooby-Doo

mystery—minus the meddling kids.

NATURAL WONDERS

For an awe-inspiring underground

adventure, visit Black Chasm Cavern

(cavetouring.com) in Volcano. This

vertical cave dazzles with crystal

formations—including stripy “cave

bacon” and rare twisty helictites—and

a beautiful blue lake. Guided tours take

visitors through the caverns, offering

a glimpse of the geological wonders

hidden beneath the earth’s surface.

NATIVE HERITAGE

Long before gold prospectors flocked

to Amador County, the Miwok tribe

inhabited the region. Immerse yourself

in Native American history at Indian

Grinding Rock Historic State Park

(parks.ca.gov/?page_id=553) in Pine

Grove. The park features a large

outcropping of marbleized limestone

with over 1,000 mortar holes, the

largest collection in North America.

Explore the Chaw’se Regional Indian

Museum, hike the park’s trails, and learn

about the native residents.

Black Chasm Cavern

Kennedy Gold Mine

OUTDOOR ESCAPES

Nature lovers will find plenty of

opportunities for outdoor recreation

in Amador County, which ranges in

elevation from just 250 to a staggering

9,000 feet. If it’s wildflowers you fancy,

you’ll find plenty of hillsides in bloom,

particularly this time of year. For hiking,

fishing, and picnicking, check out Bear

River Reservoir (carsonpass.com/places/

bear_river_reservoir.html) and Silver

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get to know

— Day in the Life —

Ray Johnston

by CAROLINE KINGS

Ray Johnston is the founder of Bayside

Church (baysideonline.com), but the

path to ministry was hardly part

of his teenage plan. Back then, the idea of

becoming a pastor—or even getting deeply

involved in religion—was the furthest thing

from his mind. Today, Johnston wears many

hats: devoted family man, published author,

respected business leader, and, of course,

passionate church founder.

Tell us about your story.

I grew up in Southern California and was an

atheist. Not a good statement for a pastor! My

dad was a successful businessman and into

politics, my parents divorced, and then—just

before college—a basketball buddy invited me

to go to church with him. Eventually I went

and my previous ideas about [religion] were

blown apart; the people were sharper and

cooler than I imagined. But what stumped

me was how such sharp people could believe

the Bible. I started studying Christianity and

after eight months of reading and dissecting

the evidence (particularly around the

resurrection), it was hard to remain an atheist.

Once you discovered Christianity, was

becoming a pastor on the agenda?

No, not at all. I didn’t even consider it. My wife,

Carol, and our first child moved to Chicago

where I was a professor of history in two

different grad schools.

So, how did Bayside begin?

Carol and I had three of our four children

and were still living in Chicago but knew

we wanted to return to California to be near

grandparents. We moved to Folsom, and I’d just

written a book, Developing Student Leaders; it

was doing well and allowed me to take some

time off. We started a Bible study group in our

living room, and it blew up.

Around that time, two teens committed

“copycat” suicides in Granite Bay and people

asked us to start a church there. If teens were

committing suicide, I could see that there was

a need. I said I would start one, so long as it

was for people who didn’t like church. And

that was how it all began.

Currently, we have churches locally in

Folsom, Roseville, Auburn, and Sacramento.

Most recently, Folsom State Prison asked us to

establish a church there, which we’ve done.

Photos courtesy of Ray Johnston.


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RESTAURANT: Mikuni and

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COFFEE SHOP: Bayside Café;

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coffee.

WAY TO RELAX: I’m lucky that I

have a good work-life balance.

In my free time, I love golf,

pickleball, and watching movies.

FAVORITE PASSAGE FROM THE

BIBLE: “And He who was seated

on the throne said, 'Behold I am

making all things new.' He also

said, 'Write this down, for these

words are trustworthy and

true.’”—Revelation 21:5

How does your varied life experience

help in your role as a pastor?

My dad gave me a solid business

background, and I was around great

leaders; combined with [my knowledge

of] history, it lends itself well to what I do

now. I also really understand how people

who don’t like the church think and how

businesspeople think. We host a business

leader roundtable, [often attended by

around] 550 incredible communicators

and leaders. We’re bringing together

church and business, helping leaders lead.

Tell us about a typical day.

Well, every day begins with me reading a

devotion, which I take with me and think

about all day. I have three days that are

the same each week: Sunday (we have 30

different services across our churches),

Tuesday (I have leadership meetings with

my strategic team, which are a blast),

and Wednesday (Bayside employs 300

people and we all come together for

a service of worship, encouragement,

and celebrating). My goal is to build

people up and our ethos is for our staff

to live better, love better, and lead better

because of working within the Bayside

community. On other days, I enjoy

spending time with my family, especially

my four grandchildren.

How does Bayside reach beyond

the church?

We all have two levels: a support level and

a challenge level. The gap between the two

is destructive stress, and it’s that stress that

can lead us to addiction, depression, and

relationship breakdowns. When people

come to a Bayside church, they give us 60-

70 minutes of their time and in that time,

we [help] raise their level of support. That’s

what we’re there to do. For teens, parents,

and leaders; and whether it’s educational,

relational, or spiritual, we’re their number

one support mechanism to help them reach

that challenge level.

But we’re not limited to the four walls of

the church; we can help reduce the stress

gap in communities, too. There are real

differences between schools in [various

areas] and the first time I saw that for myself,

I wanted to do something about it.

During COVID, we heard that 300

children were excluded from school

because of a lack of computers and

Wi-Fi at home. We brought [our Bayside

community] together on Zoom and

raised $250,000 in 13 minutes! Those kids

[were given] Chromebooks and two years’

prepaid Wi-Fi so they could continue

their education during the pandemic.

As well as having two youth pastors at

each church, we take our teen and young

adult parishioners to Mexico every year.

Children need [positive] role models and

parents can [help], but experiences are also

imperative. They volunteer in the villages,

they lead, and some of them go into the

prisons; they’re stretched.

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| arts & culture |

Spotlight on

Claudia Savage

by JENNIFER MARAGONI

Claudia Savage’s training as a landscape

architect greatly influences how she

sees the world and approaches painting.

Many of the principles of landscape

design, such as composition, balance,

movement, and texture, overlap with art,

she says.

“At school we were constantly problemsolving

and using drawing to communicate

ideas. I was especially interested in color

theory and playing with color to evoke

emotions, challenge perspective, and move

a person through a space,” she says. “When

I observe a painting subject now, I both

consciously and subconsciously problemsolve

and apply design principles and

color theory.”

Based in Loomis, Savage owns her own

landscape architecture company and sells

her paintings at local markets, art shows,

and by appointment. View her work and

learn more at claudiasavageart.com.

How did you get your start as an artist?

I have loved sketching and painting as far

back as I can remember. Whenever I gave

artwork to my grandmother, she always

insisted that I sign it, because ‘that is what

artists do,’ and she framed and displayed

them all. Growing up in Davis when Wayne

Thiebaud, Robert Arneson, and Roy De

Forest were in their heyday teaching at

UC Davis, great art and inspiration were

everywhere. Thiebaud’s landscapes and

[paintings of] cakes were favorites of mine,

and his use of color still inspires me.

You studied landscape architecture at

Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. How did that

training influence your art?

In the program, I was able to continue

developing my creativity and love of

design. I had the opportunity to visit New

York City’s Central Park in January, under a

blanket of snow. It was beautiful, and I felt

a need to walk through the park in spring,

summer, and fall to see how it changed

with the seasons. I found myself imagining

the park in all its potential states: how

it would feel on an overcast day or a

bright morning, in the middle of winter,

or at the start of spring—thinking about

how elements would shift in different

conditions, how colors would fade or

intensify, how patterns would change,

and how those transformations evoke

different feelings. That experience greatly

influenced how I see my surroundings

and how I paint today.

You work in both watercolor and oil. What

appeals to you about these mediums?

Watercolor was my first medium. I love

its luminescent quality and how easily it

glides across the paper. The possibilities

are infinite, capturing movement and

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variations in tone. There is something

captivating about dropping a loaded brush

into clear water and watching the pigment

spread and minerals separate to create

beautiful granulating effects.

Inspired by Thiebaud, I was drawn to

oil painting, but I did not work often with

it for many years, as the odor and long

drying time were not ideal when painting

on the dining room table with young

children around. I became passionate

about plein air (outdoor) painting last year,

which eliminated those constraints and

has allowed me to work more with oils.

What I especially enjoy is the sculptural

quality that can be achieved using

brushstrokes and how the texture catches

the light and reflective color around it.

Where do you find your inspiration?

In the iconic picturesque landscapes of

California and the Pacific Northwest, as

well as in the local colors and patterns

in day-to-day life, from the coastline of

Point Lobos State Natural Reserve to the

chickens that roam my garden. I want my

art to show that there is beauty all around

us if we take the time to slow down and

observe the unique qualities of our

surroundings.

Your contoured watercolor paintings

are especially unique. Please describe

your process.

When I approach a new watercolor

landscape painting, the first thing I look

for is movement—how the rocks rise from

the ground, how the trees are twisted from

the wind, the speed at which clouds move

across the sky, how the water swirls in the

ocean. I then visualize how to simplify it

and apply masking fluid along those lines of

movement. I think of this process as creating

contours, as they remind me of modeling

3D landforms while at school. I’m drawn to

the structure the masking fluid gives the

painting; it forms a contrast to the oftentimes

loose flow of watercolor. Once the fluid has

dried, it repels water, and I begin adding

color. When the paint is dry, I remove the

masking fluid with a rubber eraser. I love

this step; it only takes a few minutes, but it

transforms the painting when the brightness

of the paper reemerges.

What do you hope viewers experience

through your art?

I would like viewers to get lost in my

paintings. I hope they’re transported to a

memory that brings them joy or meaning

or to a place that provides peace and

calms their mind.

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MARCH

March is National Month

CALENDAR

by CAITLIN EMMETT

8

International

Women’s Day

17

St. Patrick’s

Day

20

Spring Equinox

25

International

Waffle Day

31

Cesar Chavez

Day

1

Placer Grown Farmers’ Market.

Head to Auburn’s Old Town

Courthouse parking lot from

8 a.m.-noon for fresh local

produce and meats, handmade

artisanal goodies, and more.

oldtownauburnca.com/events/

farmers-market

(ALSO 8, 15, 22, & 29)

Storybook Time. Little ones are

invited to interact with storytellers

and dance to fun songs beginning

at 11 a.m. at Sutter Street Theatre.

Seating is first come, first served;

admission is free. Note that the

show, produced in partnership with

Ruby’s Books, is geared toward

younger children who might

not be ready for a full-length

event. sutterstreettheatre.com/

monthly-shows

7

Alice in Wonderland Jr. Rocklin

Community Theatre’s Mainstage

Youth Production brings the

stage adaptation of Lewis

Carroll’s stories and classic

Disney animated film to life. Look

forward to Alice’s adventures

down the rabbit hole with a

script and score tailored to

young performers; evening and

matinee shows are available.

rocklintheatre.org/tickets

(THRU 16)

HER Women’s Conference

Pretty Woman: The Musical.

Fans of this classic romcom

movie will love the stage

adaptation of the same name,

which features an original score

by Grammy winner Bryan Adams

and Jim Vallance. Shows are

at the Harris Center and begin

at 7:30 p.m. with a Saturday

and Sunday matinee at 2 p.m.

harriscenter.net/pretty-woman

(THRU 9)

Guardian Angel Gala. The

human-animal bond is

celebrated and those who have

demonstrated commitment and

compassion to animals in need

are honored at this fundraiser

hosted by the Placer SPCA.

8

Beginning at 5:30

p.m. at Sun City

Roseville’s Timber

Creek Ballroom,

enjoy dinner,

drinks,

exciting

auctions,

entertainment,

heartfelt

moments, and

more. placerspca.

org/events/gala

Capitol Beer Fest. Sample

suds from some of the

nation’s top brewers and

cideries, munch on bites from

over 20 food trucks, and dance

to live music from noon-3

p.m. at Sacramento’s Capitol

Mall. Proceeds support local

nonprofit Runnin’ for Rhett and

their youth fitness program. VIP

tickets allow for early admission

at 11 a.m. capitolbeerfest.com

The Spirit of Benny. This 5K/10K

fun run and walk supports New

Morning Youth & Family Services,

whose mission is to provide

professional social services to

enhance the lives of local youth

and their families. The race

begins at Downtown Placerville’s

El Dorado Trail between Clay

and Main Streets at 9 a.m.

thespiritofbenny.org/register

Family Bike Rodeo. Don’t

miss this free family bike

event—meant to help

parents and kids ride safe,

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MurphyMade. Guardian Angel Gala photo by Todd Olson. Capitol Beer Fest photo courtesy of Runnin’ for Rhett. Other photo courtesy of its respective company or organization.


The Great Junk Hunt photo by Lisa Blackmore. Lottery for the Arts photo by Edward Palacios.

smart, and joyous—from 9

a.m. to noon at Folsom’s Dan

Russell Rodeo Arena. Hosted

by Clipped in for Life, activities

include a helmet fitting station,

traffic safety course, flat

repair workshop, bike parts

petting zoo, youth bike swap

meet, skills obstacle course,

local vendors, and more.

clippedinforlife.org/rodeo

John Nemeth & The Blue

Dreamers. Join Sutter Creek

Theater for a night of electric

blues, soul harmonica, and

singing with John Nemeth, who’s

been nominated for a Grammy

and as B.B King Entertainer

of the Year. The show runs

from 7-9 p.m.; doors open at

6:30 p.m. with open seating.

suttercreektheater.com/home/

events/2025-03

11

St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland. Don’t

miss this family-friendly show

featuring multi-instrumentalists

from the Kerry Traditional Band

singing Irish tunes such as

“Leaving of Limerick,” “Black

Velvet Band,” “The Wild Rover,”

“Ireland’s Call,” and “Raglan Road.”

The Kennelly School of Irish Dance

and Ryan McCaffrey will also join

them on stage. The show starts

at 7:30 p.m. at the Harris Center.

harriscenter.net/ireland

14

Tarzan. Roseville Theatre Arts

Academy brings the exciting story

of a boy navigating between his

jungle upbringing and human

interactions to the stage. Look

forward to well-known Phil Collins

tunes such as “You’ll Be in My

Heart,” “Two Worlds,” and “Son of

Man.” Sunday shows begin at 2

p.m. while all others start at 7:30

p.m. rosevilletheatreartsacademy.

com/events

(THRU 29)

The Great Junk Hunt. Peruse

100,000 square feet of vintage

finds, handmade treasures, unique

home décor, repurposed items,

and more at Roseville’s Roebbelen

Center. Food, a full bar, and live

music will also be present.

thegreatjunkhunt.com/markets/

sacramento-ca-vintage-market

(ALSO 15)

HER Women’s Conference. This

event—beginning at 9 a.m. at the

Harris Center—is a celebration

of learning, sisterhood, and

empowerment. Aside from a full day

of inspiring programs and speakers

(including Jamie Cochran, COO at

Echelon Front, and Nikki Warren,

founder of Kaia FIT), attendees

can look forward to morning

pastries, coffee, and mimosas;

a catered luncheon; happy

hour; and a curated swag bag.

folsomwomensconference.com

15

Lottery for the Arts. Acquire

original works of fine art by both

emerging and professional artists

while raising money for outreach

and education programs at Blue Line

Arts. The first five chances to choose

will be auctioned off to the highest

bidder at the event’s start, followed

by a live auction where names are

drawn from a spinner. The event

runs from 5-9 p.m. bluelinearts.org/

the-lottery-for-the-arts

Miami Vice Gala. Appetizers, a

no-host bar, three-course meal,

silent and live auctions, and more

await from 6-10 p.m. at Placerville

Gathering Place. Pastel shirts

and linen suits are encouraged!

Proceeds benefit The Center,

which aims to break the cycle of

abuse and sexual assault in our

community while creating happy,

healthy individuals and families.

thecenternow.org/2025-gala

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The Little Mermaid. Ariel, King

Triton, Prince Eric, Flounder,

Sebastian, Scuttle, and Ursula

the Sea Witch take the stage in

this beloved fishy fable, which

promises familiar tunes such

as “Kiss the Girl,” “Part of Your

World,” and “Under the Sea.”

Shows are at the Harris Center;

times vary. harriscenter.net/

edmt-little-mermaid

(THRU 30)

22

Mighty Dog Trail Runs.

Bring Fido along for

this 10th annual

event! Walk or

run a 5K or 10K

starting at the

Granite Beach

parking area at

Folsom Lake. A

water and aid station

for dogs and humans is

present at the halfway point.

The Mighty Mile, a one-mile

course for older furry friends

who want to participate, is also

an option. Humans receive a

finisher medal while dogs get

a bandana at the finish line.

totalbodyfitness.com/site/race/

mighty-dog-trail-runs-2025

Nature Quest: Games Day. Join

Placer Land Trust for a variety

of fun outdoor games—

under the direction

of Auburn State

Recreation Area

interpreters and

Del Oro High

School’s Project

Earth club—while

enjoying refreshments

and connecting with

nature and the community at

Miner’s Ravine Preserve from 9-11

a.m. placerlandtrust.org/march-

22-games-day-at-miners-ravinepreserve

Behind the Cellar Door.

Experience the “art of

winemaking” in Amador

County’s wine country, filled

with barrel samples, tasting

flights, rare vintages, small

bites, behind-the-scenes tours,

and wine education at over

30 wineries from 10:30

a.m.-4:30 p.m. amadorwine.

com/behind-the-cellar-door

(ALSO 23)

Welcome Spring. Bring

in spring at select Apple

Hill wineries—including

Boeger Winery, Edio Vineyards,

Madroña Vineyards, Lava

Cap Winery, Fenton Herriott

Vineyards, Starfield Vineyards,

and Rucksack Cellars—from

10 a.m.-4 p.m. Enjoy special

experiences, custom tastings,

barrel tastings, treats, and

more, depending on the

location. applehill.com/events

(ALSO 23)

Crab Feed Fundraiser. Colfax

Green Machine presents this

18th annual fundraiser for youth

sports and academic clubs in

Colfax and other surrounding

areas. Beginning at 5:30 p.m. at

Sierra Vista Community Center,

dine on tasty crab, shrimp

cocktail, salad, pasta, and bread;

bid on silent auction items or

partake in a dessert auction;

belly up to the no-host bar;

enjoy door prizes and raffles;

dance to live music; and more.

historiccolfax.com/events/

annual-crab-feed-fundraiser

24

Bingo Night. Join Rotary Club of

Historic Folsom from 6-9 p.m.

for a night of food, fun, drinks,

and bingo. All funds raised will

support a makeover for La Rosa

Blanca. 530-350-8264

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Park Party. Oak Knoll Park in El

Dorado Hills will have food, music,

activities, and games for the whole

family from 5-7 p.m. Bringing your

own picnic blanket is encouraged;

admission is free. eldoradohillscsd.

org/programs___activities/special_

events/index.php

29

Public Power Lineworkers

Rodeo. Lineworkers from

public power utilities across

the nation will compete in

contests, challenging timed

events, and more while

demonstrating their skills and

safety knowledge. Hosted

by the City of Roseville and

Roseville Electric, younger

attendees can expect a bounce

house, train rides, and petting

zoo. The event is from 7:30

a.m.-3 p.m. @the Grounds;

admission is free. roseville.

ca.us/rodeo

Sip into Spring. Bid winter

farewell along the Placer Wine

Trail from noon-5 p.m. Imbibe in

specialty tasting opportunities

like vintages, limited production

wines, library wines, and new

releases; meet owners and

winemakers; savor food truck

fare; listen to live music; and

more. placerwine.com/plan-yourvisit/events/sipintospring

(ALSO 30)

Mesmerizing Masquerade

Ball. Choose between a dinner

of tortellini, filet mignon, or

salmon while you enjoy a

no-host bar, music and dancing

with Neon Playboys, live and

silent auctions, and more.

Presented by Woman’s Club of

Lincoln, proceeds help further

their mission of promoting

social, educational, and

community involvement. This

first annual event takes place at

Orchard Creek Lodge starting at

5 p.m. womanscluboflincolnca.

org/events

Spring Market. Discover

artisanal goods, seasonal

treasures, handmade crafts,

and other specialty items at H3

Barn in Rescue from 11 a.m.-4

p.m. h3barn.com

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Run Rocklin. This annual event

benefits the Matt Redding

Foundation, which encourages

the pursuit of education in

protective services by providing

scholarships to graduating

seniors from area high schools,

including Del Oro (Matt’s alma

mater). Choose your own

adventure: a kids’ dash, half

marathon, 5K or 10K run/walk,

or a one-mile kids’ run; all take

place at Johnson-Springview

Park. Food, beverages, digital

event images, and music will be

provided post-race. runrocklin.

com

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A’s Opening Day. Welcome

our region’s new pro sports

team—our friends formerly of

Oakland—at opening day. Sutter

Health Park hosts the Chicago

Cubs with a start time of 7:05

p.m. While tickets are currently

sold out, a limited number of

additional seats may become

available. sutterhealthpark.com/

athletics

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ALWAYS REMEMBER

YOUR NAME

Folsom Community Center

JANUARY 9

PHOTOS BY TANZILIA AIMAGAMBETOVA

The Chabad Jewish Community

Center and Chabad of Placer County

proudly hosted an unforgettable

evening with Holocaust survivor Andra

Bucci. Over 500 guests gathered to

hear her poignant story, shared in her

native Italian, with translation by her

daughter, Sonia. The event, emceed

by Cristina Mendonsa of KFBK, also

featured a heartfelt Q&A session and an

intimate meet-and-greet with Andra.

ART & WINE WITH

SOMETHING MORE

El Dorado County Fair & Event

Center, Placerville

JANUARY 18

PHOTOS BY DILLON MCMAHON

With over 600 guests and 29 EL Dorado

County vendors (wineries, breweries,

distilleries, bakeries, restaurants, and

caterers) in attendance, this year’s

celebration of art, wine, and community

spirit was a record-breaking success.

Proceeds from the auctions and raffles

brought in overwhelming support,

helping to fund MORE’s mission of

empowering individual with disabilities

to enhance their quality of life.


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Folsom High School

JANUARY 25

PHOTOS BY DEIRDRE FITZGERALD OF BRASS FOREST PHOTOS

AND ERIC GEBS

This 36th annual competition brought

thousands of attendees and over 130

ensembles—from schools across

California—together for an exciting

mix of incredible performances

and enriching clinics, ultimately

showcasing the powerful role of music

education and community.

PLACER MLK MARCH &

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Johnson-Springview Park, Rocklin

JANUARY 20

PHOTOS BY DAMON MACKIN OF MACKIN MULTIMEDIA

This uplifting, multi-generational, familyfriendly

event— sponsored by seeMYchild

and the Placer Community Foundation—

honored Martin Luther King Jr. with a

community march, followed by powerful

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Foot

Forward

by CAROLINE KINGS

THE POWER OF WALKING

I walk my dog regularly and

although the strolls give me

purpose, I’ve realized how

much I enjoy walking, too. And

seemingly, so do many of you,

as on my daily walks around

town I see the same faces,

day in and out, with dogs and

without; we nod and smile and

carry on moving.

To the runners and gymgoers,

open-water swimmers, and

Lycra-clad cyclists, it may seem

as though we’re not doing much

exercise, but that’s where you’re

wrong: walking is so good for

everyone, all ages and abilities.

“This low-impact, accessible

activity offers a range of benefits

for both body and mind,” asserts

Lisa Robinson, general manager

at Roseville Health & Wellness

Center (rosevillehwc.com).

“Regular walking can improve

cardiovascular health, boost

mood, and increase energy levels.”

The health benefits

of walking should not be

underestimated. “Walking is

a cornerstone of a healthy

lifestyle,” Shideh Chinichian,

MD, family medicine

practitioner at Dignity Health

(@drtrendymd), tells me.

“Regular walking reduces the

risk of chronic conditions

like heart disease, stroke, and

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type 2 diabetes. It supports weight

management, strengthens bones and

muscles, and even boosts longevity.”

Jessica Dillon, MSN, RN, NP-BC,

at Marshall (marshallmedical.org),

is passionate about how walking

contributes to bone health. “Women

are at a greater risk of developing

osteoporosis, osteopenia, and

associated fractures; and weightbearing

exercises, such as walking,

positively impact bone health in

several ways. Dillon goes on to say that

by helping to improve strength and

balance, walking can reduce your risk

of falls, injuries, and fractures.

As well as physical benefits, walking

is great for the mind, too, as Ashlee

Janzen, MS, LMFT (ashleejanzenlmft.

com), describes. “I recommend walking

for anyone looking to decrease stress

or anxiety. [It] stimulates the right

and left brain, creating a rhythm that

causes bilateral stimulation [and]

helps in processing emotions, trauma,

anxiety, and stress.” Dr. Chinichian adds:

“Mentally, walking can be a time to

decompress and practice mindfulness.

Observing your surroundings,

reflecting on gratitude, or listening to

a calming podcast can turn your walk

into an enriching experience.”

Many of us walk every day in some

capacity, so what’s different about it

as exercise and what should we be

aiming for? All the experts I spoke with

talked about walking intentionally—

with a focus on step count or distance

and pace, meaning your heart rate.

“Someone who walks less than 5,000

steps a day is considered to live a

sedentary lifestyle. We want you to be

living an active lifestyle!” Dillon says,

acknowledging, though, that “a little bit

is always better than none.”

Erin Johnston, fitness director

at Broadstone Sports Club

(sparetimesportsclubs.com/clubs/

broadstone) and adjunct professor at

Folsom Lake College in kinesiology,

health, and athletics, advises, “Studies

have shown that brisk walking is more

beneficial than a stroll, but all walking

has benefits. You really want to aim for

10,000 steps and elevate your heart rate

to receive the cardiovascular benefits.” If

that feels like a lot, try taking the stairs,

parking further away, or incorporating a

lunchtime walk into your day.

You can maximize the physical

benefits of walking by wearing a

weighted vest, a backpack with

weighted items inside, or carrying

small dumbbells. “A weighted vest

boosts calorie burn and strengthens

your core, shoulders, and lower body,

as well as [making] your muscles work

harder. Start with 5%-10% of your body

weight to avoid overloading your

body,” Dillon explains.

When we think of intentional

walking, we think of walking outside

or hiking in nature, which brings

with it added benefits. “Exposure to

natural sunlight helps with vitamin D

synthesis, [which] is known to reduce

inflammation, improve immune

function and glucose metabolism, as

well as promote normal bone density,”

Dillon says. Dr. Chinichian adds,

“Being in green spaces reduces stress

hormones like cortisol and increases

endorphins. Walking on uneven terrain

also engages stabilizing muscles,

improving balance and coordination.”

Varying surfaces and being in

fresh air may be positive for some

but problematic for others. Johnston

suggests using walking poles to help

with confidence; for those who find

hard surfaces to be uncomfortable,

she recommends finding trails or

soft surfaces. Robinson also offers a

treadmill as an alternative. “Walking

on a treadmill provides a consistent,

controlled environment where you

can stay active, avoiding outdoor

elements, making it both safe and

convenient.” A step on a treadmill is

“worth” the same as a step outside,

physically; plus, you can change the

incline, speed, and even what you’re

watching as you walk!

Curious why 10,000 is the magic

number? Johnston informs me that it

was a Japanese pedometer maker who

designated it in the ’60s. Since then,

most research has been performed on

10,000 steps, which equates to about

four or five miles, as it’s an achievable

number throughout a day for the

average person. But she is keen to

emphasise that a leisurely walk has its

benefits, too, delivering an endorphin

rush and elevating your mood. “Just

make sure you stay hydrated! You

might not be sweating, but you still

need water.”


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Take a Hike

Springhill, Lafayette Ridge, Briones Crest, & Sunrise Loop

by RYAN MARTINEZ

LOCATION:

Lafayette.

DISTANCE:

4.2-mile loop.

DIFFICULTY LEVEL:

Moderate.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:

There’s a $5 parking fee at

the trailhead. Be prepared

to share the path with hikers

and leashed dogs alike. With

over 1,000 feet of elevation

gain, you can expect to break

a sweat, especially on warmer

days. For a quieter experience,

try to get an early start—this

is especially important if

hot temperatures are in the

forecast. Be sure to pack

plenty of water, wear shoes

with good traction, and, as

always, follow Leave No Trace

principles.

WHY WE LOVE IT:

This loop offers stunning

views of Mt. Diablo, shaded

resting spots, and—come

spring—a spectacular display

of wildflowers. The elevation

gain makes for a rewarding

challenge, and the sense of

accomplishment at the end is

hard to beat.

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steak and eggs

benedict, plus

waffle sandos

and lamb chops,

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California, as we all

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landscape, incredible

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blooms so impressive

they can occasionally

be seen from space.

And though

“superblooms” don’t

happen often, when

they do, they’re

nothing short of

spectacular. The

timing of them,

and the seasonality

of wildflowers in

general, is closely

tied to our state’s

distinct climate. The

intense heat and

long dry spells we

experience create

an environment

where it’s most

advantageous for

plants to flower in the

spring—just before

they go to seed and

endure the scorching

summer months.

Take a moment

to appreciate the

colorful display of

wildflowers you’ll

encounter along this

particular trail: notice

their vibrant colors,

varied textures,

delicate scents, and

the unique habitats

they thrive in. Bonus

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The Hideout Kitchen photos by Hilary Robertson.


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5410 Park Drive // Rocklin, CA 95765

916-435-2475

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designs, whose unique textures

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inspiration from the natural world.

Marquise cuts are also making

a serious comeback. With their

elongated, unique shape, they not

only create a flattering silhouette

but also have a magical ability to

make the center stone appear larger.

A perfect choice for modern brides

seeking something bold yet timeless

or those who want to stand out, I

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offering a fresh take on classic

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with intricate halo designs, these

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light) are most commonly used.

Blue light disrupts and kills the

primary bacteria involved in acne,

and has anti-inflammatory effects

as well. Red light also reduces

inflammation and can improve

the healing of active acne lesions.

Either type of light can be effective;

sometimes, they’re used together.

Dermatologists also perform a

treatment called photodynamic

therapy (PDT), which involves the

application of a topical medication

prior to the light treatments,

making them even more effective.

At home, light treatment devices for

acne are available. They typically

are less intense, but can provide

benefits for mild to moderate acne,

especially when combined with a

customized regimen prescribed by

a dermatologist.

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| introducing |

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Placerville Sauna

MARCUS DEL BIANCO

6401 Mother Lode Drive, Placerville, 530-206-0998, placervillesauna.com @placervillesauna

Services or products you offer: Guided sauna and cold plunge classes.

What you enjoy most about your profession: Building spaces and experiences

that allow others to destress, re-energize, and heal. The most exciting part of my

profession is hearing and watching how our creation has impacted and changed

people’s daily habits and perspectives on their health.

Fun fact about your company: We used a 220-year-old cedar tree cut down by PG&E

in Camino to build our sauna; every piece of wood inside it was milled, shaped, and

sanded by us. The sauna is also mobile, built on a 16-foot, over-the-deck trailer.

Customer service is: Making the customer’s experience effortless.

You started your business, because: I wanted to pursue my passion and

purpose by helping provide value to people’s lives. I love learning and

building; starting this business has been the most challenging thing I've

done but also the most rewarding. I also just love saunas!

Favorite food: Raw ahi tuna with soy sauce and wasabi.

Favorite local restaurant: The Forester in Camino.

Last big purchase: A trip to Norway!

Favorite small business: The Scarlet Halo.

When not working, you can be found: Gardening, feeding my neighbor’s horses,

birdwatching, and reading about the latest trends in physics.

You love living here, because: It's so beautiful, and the community is on the

cutting edge of common sense and living a healthy lifestyle.


Barber Blues Folsom

RAMSES OLIVARES

189 Blue Ravine Road, Suite 100, Folsom, 916-542-8849, barberblues.net

@barberbluesfolsom

Services or products you offer: Top-tier haircuts and hair

products, which gives people confidence.

What you enjoy most about your profession: Connecting

with a variety of amazing patrons and building an awesome

community.

Fun fact about your company: We opened during the

pandemic and were one of the only shops to cut outdoors.

We pulled together and made it through in great fashion.

Customer service is: The backbone of our industry. You can

get a good haircut anywhere these days, but we're more than

just haircuts; we uplift spirits, styles, and each other.

You started your business, because: I believe that doing the

right thing is a lost art amongst some corporations and

businesses. We stand behind our culture of doing business

the right way and offering the best service for the best price.

First job: A professional carpenter and stonemason.

Favorite food: Pizza!

Favorite local restaurant: Zócalo.

Last big purchase: Facade signage and a fridge for the

barbershop.

Favorite small businesses: Snooks Candies and Chocolate

Factory, Brissa & Co., Big Wave Coffeehouse, and House of

Mules Cocktails & Kitchen.

Magination Mekha

Custom Designs

TAMEKHA LEWIS

Rocklin, 916-289-8121, maginationmekha.com @maginationmekha

Services or products you offer: We provide custom, one-of-akind

apparel, business/event signage, accessories, gifts, party

favors, and more. We also offer hand-poured, luxury, nontoxic

candles called Scents of Pleasure; there’s a classic line,

gent scents, and dessert candles.

What you enjoy most about your profession: The freedom to

be creative and enhance people's lives through the sense of

smell. I also enjoy bringing someone’s vision to life.

You started your business, because: I wanted to bring a

creative component to designs that can’t typically be found

in local stores.

First job: A sales associate at Foxmoor Casuals (a women’s

clothing store at Arden Fair Mall).

Favorite food: Pasta!

Last big purchase: A laser engraver/cutting machine to

expand business services.

When not working, you can be found: Spending time with my

twin teenage daughters, likely playing games or watching a

movie.

You love living here, because: It’s incredibly family-friendly

and there are so many local events; I also love the way our

community supports small businesses.

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| home & garden |

Green Thumbs Up

Top Gardening Tips by KOURTNEY JASON

Gardening can be a rewarding and therapeutic

hobby, but even seasoned green thumbs make

mistakes that can hinder plant growth and

overall garden health. From overwatering

to incorrect soil prep, small missteps can

lead to big disappointments. To help

you cultivate a thriving garden, we

asked experts from area nurseries for

their top tips.

WATER WISELY

Juliet Voigtlander, owner of El Dorado Nursery

(eldoradonursery.com), says the number one cause

of plant failure is inconsistent watering. “Either too

much or not enough, when the plants need it,” she

says. “A common misconception is not knowing how

your system works. Drip irrigation is meant to be run

for longer times and less days. Drip puts out water

slowly—allowing it to work its way down to the roots.”

Additionally, many people don’t water long

enough to get a good soaking. “A one-gallon dripper

puts out one gallon of water an hour-in perfect

conditions. Most people run the drip for 15 minutes,

so that’s one-fourth gallon of water—not enough to

get the roots moist,” Voigtlander says. “Sprinklers put

out a lot of water quickly; running [them] too long

makes it hard for the water to percolate to the roots,

so you have run off and waste.”

She explains that sprinklers work best with a

short blast of water, then again in a few hours, if

needed. A layer of wood chips or bark will feed the

soil as it breaks down and save water.

Katie Combellack, owner of The Meadow

(growatthemeadow.com), says to avoid shallow,

frequent watering, which leads to weak roots.

Instead, water deeply and less often to encourage

strong root growth.

PREP YOUR SOIL

Voigtlander says it’s typical for people to dig way

too deep and to not amend the soil. “Nursery plants

are grown in perfect soil—native soil is far from

perfect,” she says. “We suggest digging wide (twice

as wide as the container) and shallow (the roots

should just be at ground level or just above). The

native soil you dig up should then get blended with

a soil conditioner—we suggest Fir Mulch (a bagged

product) or an SBC (soil building conditioner) for

heavy clay soils (also bagged).” Doing this creates

a “transition zone” for the plant to root into and

thrive in our native soil. Deep holes create a “sump”

and can be a soggy mess, which hurts new roots.

Voigtlander insists that people don’t use “potting

soil” in the ground, as it’s formulated specifically for

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containers. She adds that cheap dirt is

just cheap dirt, and it’s not going to make

your plant happy. “A starter fertilizer will

help the roots grow, too,” she says.

Combellack adds, “Don’t forget

to mulch! It helps retain moisture,

suppress weeds, and regulate soil

temperature.”

SPACE TO GROW

Overcrowding plants reduces

airflow, encourages disease, and

limits growth, Combellack says. She

suggests always following spacing

recommendations. Voigtlander

adds, “Plants start out as babies—

and just like babies, they grow up.

Knowing the mature size of your

plant and allowing for that is the

best plan. Planting too closely can

lead to issues such as fungus, insect

invasions, stress, and failure to thrive.

If you want to fill up the space until

your plants grow, add short-lived

perennials.” Examples include lupines,

hyacinths, coneflowers, delphiniums,

and coral bells.

PICK THE RIGHT PLANTS

It can be easy to buy the wrong plants,

and Combellack reminds gardeners

to not assume all plants sold at garden

centers thrive in the region. “Always

shop your local garden centers,” she says.

At El Dorado Nursery, Voigtlander say

they have local buyers who order what

will do best in the area. “Larger stores

may not have local buyers and therefore

have plants that aren’t zoned for our

area.” She also notes that plant tags (the

LOCAL GARDEN

CENTERS

Bushnell Gardens Nursery

5255 Douglas Boulevard, Granite Bay,

916-791-4199, bushnellgardens.com

El Dorado Nursery, 3931 Durock Road,

Suite C, Shingle Springs, 530-676-6555,

eldoradonursery.com

Green Acres Nursery & Supply, local

locations in Auburn, Folsom, Rocklin, and

Roseville, idiggreenacres.com

High-Hand Nursery, 3750 Taylor Road,

Loomis, 916-660-0117, highhandnursery.com

The Meadow, 7502 Green Valley Road,

Placerville, 530-377-5877, growatthemeadow.com

info on the container) are written for the

general U.S., rather than region-specific.

“We encourage questions; there are no

stupid questions at the nursery. We love

helping out,” she says. It's also important

to know that spring is not the only

planting season,” Combellack says. “Our

mild winters allow for successful fall

and winter gardening, too!”

PEST CONTROL

“Pests are always around,” Voigtlander

says. “Walk around and [observe] your

garden; look for issues before they become

problems. So many pest problems can

be solved with a good jet of water (ants,

aphids, spittle bugs), while some need a

little chemical attack (scale insects, severe

aphids, hornworms). We need to share

our plants with the birds and bugs—a

few nibbles are OK. The chemical world

is changing too, so we’re seeing more

‘natural or organic’ chemicals out there.”

With any product, follow the directions,

she advises. “More is not better—it is just

more. Keeping your plants healthy will

also aid in the control of pests. Pests

attack plants that are stressed—especially

if underwatered or overwatered.”

JUST TRY IT

“Don’t hesitate to try new plants or

methods,” Combellack encourages.

“Gardening is a learning process,

and even experienced gardeners face

challenges. Start small.”

With a little knowledge and attention,

your outdoor space will flourish season

after season.


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Breakfasts

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25

Best

Forget the gratitude journal. The best way to start your day is

with thoughtful questions like “How do you like your eggs?” and

“White, wheat, whole-wheat, or sourdough?” Especially on weekends,

you deserve more than just rushing through a cup of coffee, settling for

a mediocre protein bar, or clinging to the boredom of a nutritious (but repetitive)

smoothie. Whether it’s bagels, benedicts, pancakes, pastries, sandwiches, classic diner

fare, waffles, or something with an international twist, breakfast—and the experience

surrounding it—should be considered a form of self-care. Fortunately, we hand-picked

25 of the best morning meals that are worth waking up for.

I’ll Stop the World and

Melt with You: Waffles

Golden Waffle Café

Placerville’s Golden Waffle Café is a classic

diner that delivers on their name with a

dizzying lineup of waffles, as well as omelets,

skillets, specialty breakfasts, and lunch. But

it’s the namesake waffles we come for: from

bacon, blackberry, and blueberry, to strawberry

almond, apple raisin, and more, there’s one for

everyone. The fan favorite is the Bacon Pecan

Waffle featuring bacon and pecans cooked

into the batter, topped with more pecans, and

a slice of bacon; because there’s no such thing

as “too much bacon” or “too many pecans.”

1449 Broadway, Placerville, 530-642-9322,

thegoldenwafflecafe.com

Roseville’s Four Sisters Café is all about good

eats, friendly service, and truth in advertising:

It’s owned and run by four actual sisters.

Breakfast-wise, popular favorites range from

their famous Four Sisters omelet to mango

stuffed French toast, but I’m all about tropical

waffles—so take me down to paradise waffle

city, where the grass is green, and the girls are

pretty! What exactly is the Paradise Waffle?

It’s a scratch-made macadamia nut Belgianstyle

waffle topped with fresh bananas and

strawberries, sprinkled with toasted coconut,

and served with fresh whipped cream and hot

maple syrup. Vacation schmacation, just load me

up on paradise waffles, and I’m happy!

9050 Fairway Drive, Suite 165, Roseville, 916-797-

0770, foursisterscafe.com

Four Sisters Café



El Dorado Hills’ Milestone delivers

exceptional service, a warm and friendly

atmosphere, and a blue-ribbon brunch

menu. At the top of the list is their Fried

Chicken & Malted Waffles. How could

any mere mortal resist the salty-sweet

flavor combo of crispy malted waffles,

topped with tender buttermilk pankobreaded

fried chicken, crushed bacon,

Fuji apples, and hot maple syrup (that’s

been steeped with said bacon and

apples)? If your taste buds don’t stand up

and sing “Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’”

from Oklahoma, I’ll have questions

for you because for my money, this is

capital-G great. No. All-caps GREAT.

Throw their bottomless mimosa bar into

the mix, and you know I’m going to have

to be dragged out of here. I won’t leave.

I refuse. 4359 Town Center Boulevard,

Suite 116, El Dorado Hills, 916-934-0790,

milestoneedh.com

We Are the World: International Breakfasts

Mexquite

Milestone

Milestone photo by Nick DeKalb. Mexquite photo by Taylor Allred ©stylereadersmedia. The Pantry photo by Lyda Lee of Lyda Studios.

For a Mexican-inspired breakfast, look no further than

Folsom’s Mexquite, where they offer a delicious array

of regional specials, including huevos rancheros, classic

chorizo and eggs, and molletes, plus pancakes, a huge

array of omelets, and French toast. You can't go wrong

with the Huevos Divorciados (divorced eggs): two overmedium

eggs, one topped with Mexquite’s specialty red

sauce and queso fresco, the other with green tomatillo

salsa, cilantro, and onions, served with refried beans

and your choice of corn or flour tortillas. Pair it with a

The Pantry

mimosa or a bloody mary

and your day is already

looking up! 25095 Blue

Ravine Road, Folsom, 916-

984-8607, mexquite.com

With their grand opening

in late 2024, The

Pantry in Roseville is a

newcomer to the area,

but don’t let that fool you:

They’re already building

a devoted following for

their creative breakfast

and lunch offerings—from

breakfast gnocchi and

Turkish eggs to baklava

pancakes, pistachio

French toast, and lemon

ricotta pancakes, to

name a few. Our go-to

is the Cast Iron Skillet

Shakshuka, their take on

a Middle Eastern classic,

with baked tomatoes,

peppers, and chickpeas,

an egg of your choice

(we suggest over-easy),

topped with seasoned

yogurt and served with

your choice of paratha,

naan, or toast in a neat

little skillet. 1410 East

Roseville Parkway, Suite

140, Roseville, 916-222-

1610, thepantryroseville.

com


Greenhouse Café—whose original

location is in Citrus Heights—now has

a second location in Penryn. At both

outposts you can expect stylish, plantfilled

environs and an upscale brunch

menu with an Eastern European flair

(i.e., breakfast made to warm the cockles

of your heart). From sweet (lemon

blueberry French toast and Nutella

crepes) to savory (caprese avocado toast

and salmon benedict), you won't leave

hungry. For those seeking something

that’s both popular and traditional, try

the Syriniki: ricotta cheese pancakes

with sour cherry compote, creamy

vanilla bean custard, and crushed

pistachios, aka brunching at its finest

and most flavorsome. 8493 Auburn

Boulevard, Citrus Heights, 916-745-3322;

3129 Penryn Road, Penryn, 916-259-1881,

greenhousepenryn.com

Greenhouse Café

All aboard! Pacific Street Café in

Roseville’s historic downtown district

is your one-way ticket to a feel-good

breakfast; they’ve been serving locals

for 32 years and they’re showing no

signs of stopping. Come for the working

electric train set in the dining room

(you read that right), and stay for the

great food, train memorabilia, toy train

table for kiddos, G Scale train running

through the restaurant, and actual

trains (they’re right across from the

Union Pacific Railyard). First stop on

the eats list is their Corned Beef Hash &

Eggs, featuring homemade corned beef,

onions, and potatoes—all grilled—then

topped with two eggs and a side of

toast. Tickets, please! 301 Lincoln Street,

Roseville, 916-782-5673, pacificstcafe.com

Established in 1977, Katrina’s Café has

been Auburn’s go-to diner for almost

50 years, loading up plates with a big

helping of friendly foothills service and

scratch-made meals; it’s what keeps

the whole region returning for more.

Their Chicken-Fried Steak & Eggs might

Kiss My Grits: Delicious Diner Breakfasts

Pacific Street Café

Katrina's Café

Gold Miner Café

confuse Jessica Simpson, but it’s

a local favorite: fork-tender steak

in seasoned batter, topped with

homemade gravy, and served

with your choice of fresh fruit,

potatoes, or biscuits and gravy.

Shout-out to the die-hards who

get biscuits and gravy on the side

of their steak and gravy: not all

heroes wear capes. 456 Grass

Valley Highway, Auburn, 530-

888-1166, katrinasauburn.com

Gold Miner Café is a Folsom

classic that’s so beloved the

original owner returned in

2020 to keep running it! Come

for their home-style comfort

food and stay for the friendly

smiles. Breakfast-wise, J&J’s

Taco Omelet is a local favorite,

filled with spicy ground beef,

tomatoes, onions, olives, jack

and cheddar cheeses, and

topped with salsa, sour cream,

guacamole, and tortilla strips; be

sure to add a flaky homemade

biscuit on the side, too (gravy not

optional). They also serve boozy

breakfast beverages, whether

you’re thirsty for a mimosa,

hibiscus (champagne and

cranberry juice), or bloody mary

(add extra bacon!). Afternoon

plans? Naps. So many naps. 426

East Bidwell Street, Folsom, 916-

984-4181, goldminercafe.net

Greenhouse Cafe photo by Stephen Leondardi @leo_visions_. Pacific Street Café photo by Dante Fontana ©stylereadersmedia. Katrina's Café photo by @cpanaroma11. Gold Miner Café photo by Jyo Bhamidipati ©stylereadersmedia.


Benny & the Jets: Eggs Benedicts

Hotel Sutter Restaurant

At Hotel Sutter Restaurant the vibes are

historic, harkening all the way back to 1858.

Whether you’re dining indoors or taking in the

views from the heated outdoor balcony of this

notable landmark, vibe-wise, it’ll be a weekend

brunch to remember. Try the Sutter Benedict—

offered on Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m.-1

p.m.—featuring a croissant with your choice

of ham or smoked salmon (go for the salmon!),

topped with poached eggs and hollandaise,

alongside breakfast potatoes. Avail yourself of

their “infinite mimosas” or build your own with

their DIY mimosas, where your bottle of choice

(Brut or Mumm) is served alongside four juices

(pineapple, orange, cranberry, and lavender).

53 Main Street, Sutter Creek, 209-267-0242,

hotelsutter.com/sutter-creek-restaurant

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Scott's Seafood Roundhouse

Perhaps you prefer your breakfast a little

brinier and more upscale, in which case

Scott’s Seafood Roundhouse should be

your next port of call. Located in the heart of

the Folsom Historic District with a sublime

atmosphere for both indoor or outdoor dining,

their brunch offerings include an oyster bar

and a raw bar. But it’s their Dungeness Crab

Cake Benedict that just might be the catch of

the morning: an English muffin topped with a

deliciously fresh Dungeness crab cake, thicksliced

hot house tomatoes, and poached eggs,

all finished with lashings of hollandaise. No boat

required! 824 Sutter Street, Folsom, 916-989-6711,

scottsseafoodroundhouse.com

Casual hip vibes are on the menu at South

Fork Grille in El Dorado Hills, and their

creative brunch offerings make it hard to choose

a favorite. Our vote is for the Cheesesteak

Benedict, featuring perfectly poached eggs

with thinly sliced steak, diced onions, creamy

white American cheese, garlic aioli, and chipotle

hollandaise served on freshly baked biscuits

with crispy hash browns. Bottomless mimosas

are available with the purchase of an entrée

(wee!) or try their “Hospital Bar Bloody Mary,”

featuring Tahoe Blue vodka and South Fork’s

own house-made bloody mary mix. 4364 Town

Center Boulevard, Suite 124, El Dorado Hills, 916-

458-0206, southforkrestaurants.com

South Fork Grille


The Mug & Company

Junior Restaurant and Lounge

Pull up to Roseville’s Junior Restaurant and Lounge for brunch at the club! They’ve

got a great vibe with occasional live music on the weekends, and not one, not two, but

five benedicts on their menu. We’re into the Cornbread & Brisket Benedict, featuring

poached eggs with BBQ beef brisket, black pepper bearnaise, and crispy onions on

top of their delicious cornbread (plus your choice of potatoes or fruit). Pair it with

Junior’s bottomless mimosas, naturally, or book a “mimosa flight,” featuring flavors

like Mexican Candy with mango, tajin, and tamarind vodka. 390 North Sunrise Avenue,

Roseville, 916-886-8092, jrlounge.com

Flip Fantasia: Perfect Pancakes

Iron Horse Tavern

Tucked in the heart of downtown

Loomis, The Mug & Company is a

cozy, friendly breakfast spot serving

delicious creations to get your day off to

a perfect start. From breakfast burritos

to benedicts, they’ve got the works.

Their “Sticky & Sweet” menu section

features Chunky Monkey Pancakes,

guaranteed to please the most die-hard

pancake fan: two buttermilk hotcakes

topped with sliced bananas, chocolate

chips, chopped walnuts, whipped cream,

and caramel sauce. Need a little extra

gas? They’ve got you covered with

mimosa flights or a bloody mary. Fill ‘er

up! 3589 Taylor Road, Suite H, Loomis,

916-652-5241, themugandcompany.com

Iron Horse Tavern interweaves

industrial heritage with a sleek

international feel in an expansive,

well-designed space. And their exciting

brunch menu can’t be beat. From Korean

fried chicken to loco moco, you can

explore all corners of the globe, or

simply delight in creative classics like

their delicious Cinnamon Roll Pancakes:

three BIG fluffy pancakes topped with

cream cheese icing and powdered sugar.

They’ve also got bottomless mimosas to

go with your breakfast entrée, and we

highly recommend an order of beignets

“for the table” (wink). 460 Palladio

Parkway, Folsom, 916-618-4322; 1800 15th

Street, Suite B, Sacramento, 916-448-

4488, ironhorsetavern.net

If you’re looking for both breakfast and

lunch in warm, inviting, kid-friendly

environs (think games, toys, coloring

books, and crayons), look no further

than The Place on South Pine. Get

your day off to a flavorful start with

their popular Housemade Pancakes:

four fluffy flapjacks prepared with

simple, straightforward ingredients of

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the highest quality (flour, baking soda,

baking powder, sea salt, honey, butter,

whole milk, eggs, and vanilla extract),

plus powdered sugar, melted butter,

and real organic maple syrup. They also

serve freshly squeezed OJ and offer

ample “grab-and-go” options—ideal

if you’re heading to a nearby hike or

other outdoor diversion! 110 S Pine

Street, Nevada City, 530-265-0260,

theplaceonsouthpine.com

The Place on South Pine

Fried Egg I’m In Love: Breakfast Sandwiches

Mario’s Early Toast has built their mini empire on great breakfasts (check out their

brand-new location in El Dorado Hills and soon-to-open Auburn outpost). In amongst

all their delectable offerings, the Breakfast Sandwich is a favorite; piled high with sliced

ham, bacon, jack and cheddar cheese, avocado, scrambled eggs, sour cream, and tomatoes

on grilled sourdough, plus your choice of house potatoes or hash browns. They also

Buttercup Pantry

Mario's Early Toast

have 25-30 types of mimosas and a

bacon bloody mary, because as their

saying goes, “It’s never too early for

a good time!” 8425 Sierra College

Boulevard, Granite Bay, 916-771-2173;

1950 Douglas Boulevard, Suite 7A,

Roseville, 916-347-7741; 4460 Rocklin

Road, Rocklin, 916-259-1616; 6693

Folsom-Auburn Road, Folsom, 916-

510-2430; 3375 Bass Lake Road, Suite

100, El Dorado Hills, 916-293-9644,

mariosearlytoast.com

Can't decide between a sweet or

savory breakfast? The Monte Cristo

at Buttercup Pantry combines the

best of both in one irresistible dish.

Thick, hearty slices of sourdough

are generously stuffed with layers

of creamy jack cheese, savory ham,

and tender turkey, all enveloped

in a light egg batter before being

grilled to golden, crispy perfection.

As a delightful finishing touch, the

sandwich is lightly dusted with

powdered sugar and served with

a side of house-made raspberry

habanero sauce, offering a perfect

balance of sweet, spicy goodness with

every bite. 222 Main Street, Placerville,

530-621-1320, buttercuppantry.com


When it comes to avocado toast, it’s

oftentimes just “avocado” on “toast,”

but the Toast with the Most at Wally’s

Pizza Bar is so much more. Imagine a

thick slice of parmesan-crusted French

bread topped with creamy, freshly

sliced avocado. Add a handful of crisp

alfalfa sprouts, sharp feta cheese, and

a burst of sweetness from ripe cherry

tomatoes. Pickled red onions provide

a subtle kick, while a delicate balsamic

reduction ties everything together in

perfect harmony. To top it all off, an

egg cooked to your liking completes the

dish. Packed with protein, rich in flavor,

and a delicious balance of textures, this

isn’t just breakfast—it’s an experience.

4079 Cameron Park Drive, Cameron Park,

530-677-5205, wallyspizzabar.com

Butter Be Good to Me: Breakfast Pastries

Julian's

Wally’s Pizza Bar

The Baker and the Cakemaker

Julian’s specializes in house-made

croissants, pastries, desserts, and savory

items, with an expansive brunch and lunch

menu (plus dinner Friday-Sunday from

5-9 p.m. in Folsom!). But if binge-watching

The Great British Bake Off has made you

loopy for lamination (it’s a thing), might we

suggest their fan-favorite twist on a

Cinnamon Roll? Made from croissantstyle

dough full of buttery, flaky layers,

and topped with oodles of delectable

cream cheese frosting, it’s the sweet

breakfast treat you’ve been dreaming

about. Julian’s is truly lamination

city, with cheese Danishes, chocolate

croissants, almond croissants, and

croissant sandwiches; the only thing

you’ll ever find that’s “overworked” is

the man himself! 6610 Folsom-Auburn

Road, Folsom, 916-936-4735; 1490

Eureka Road, Suite 170, Roseville, 916-

474-5475, julianscafe.com

The Baker and the Cakemaker

is where it’s at for scratch-made

breakfast pastry delights. Focused

on simple, pure, locally sourced

ingredients wherever possible (and

organic flour!), what they do is make a

darn good croissant...and brioche...and

muffin...and scone...okay, everything

here is good. But the local favorite is

by far the Almond Croissant. Slightly

sweet, buttery, flaky, and crunchy,

it’s the perfect way to kick off your

morning. While you’re there, grab a

loaf of their scratch-made, organic

sourdough (they also sell it at over

30 grocery stores throughout the

area). And then come back for one

of their famous sandwiches. Or

salads. Or soups. Or cakes. 1102

Lincoln Way, Auburn, 530-537-2056,

thebakerandthecakemaker.com



Karen’s Bakery and Café

Hole Hearted: Homemade Bagels

Bagel Works

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Karen’s Bakery and Café has earned

legendary status for its bevy of baked

goods and breakfast offerings, but it’s

their exceptional Apple Walnut Muffin

that has us singing our praises. The

entirely vegan treat, made fresh daily,

strikes the perfect balance between

soft and crumbly on the inside, with a

satisfyingly crisp exterior. Bursting with

chunks of tart Granny Smith apples and

crunchy, freshly chopped walnuts, each

bite is a harmonious blend of sweetness

and nutty depth—a must-try for anyone

who appreciates a sweet, wholesome

start to their day. 705 Gold Lake Drive,

Suite 340, Folsom, 916-985-2665,

karensbakery.com

Located on historic Main Street,

Placerville’s Bagel Works provides

fresh bagels every morning—courtesy

of Truckee Sourdough Company—

along with plenty of coffee, smoothies,

heartier breakfast options, and all

the foothill charm you can handle.

Bagels range from classic plain to

sweet and savory; they also have a

range of homemade schmears (we

love both honey walnut and sun-dried

tomato!). Don’t sleep on their Jalapeño

Scramble, a filling sandwich with

eggs, sausage, pepper jack cheese,

and pickled jalapeños on your choice

of bagel (for some serious pep in your

step, we recommend jalapeño). 541

Main Street, Placerville, 530-622-2337,

bagelworksplacerville.com

Roseville’s Rose Café & Bagel

specializes in freshly baked bagels

along with coffee, espresso, blended

beverages, sourdough bread, pizzas,

beer, and wine. Bagels range from savory

(plain, poppyseed, everything, onion) to

sweet (chocolate chip, cinnamon sugar,

blueberry) with every cream cheese

flavor one could ever want (strawberry,

garlic-herb, garden veggie, and

Rose Café & Bagel

New York Bagel & Café

jalapeño-dill, to name a few). Hankering

for something hearty? Try their Bacon

Sunrise (a toasted bagel of your choice

with bacon, eggs, American cheese,

tomatoes, and mayo), and thank us later.

4070 Baseline Road, Suite 140, Roseville,

916-746-9890, rosecafeandbagel.com

New York Bagel & Café is a familyowned

spot dishing up, you guessed

it, New York-style bagels, plus all-day

breakfast, coffee, espresso, smoothies,

and more. Seafood lovers won’t want

to miss their Nova Lox: a generous

portion of cold-smoked salmon, plus

capers, red onions, tomatoes, and cream

cheese on the bagel of your choice (if

you opt for spinach, it counts as being

halfway healthy, right?). 10929 Olson

Drive, Rancho Cordova, 916-631-9509,

newyorkbagelsshop.com


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Caring. Connecting. Elevating.

SPRING 2025

A Journey of

Resilience

The 9 Best Ways to Prevent Cancer

Coming Soon in El Dorado Hills

7 Tips to Be More Active When You Have Heart Issues

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DID YOU KNOW

ABOUT MARSHALL

Marshall is an independent,

nonprofit community

healthcare provider

located in the heart of the

Sierra Foothills between

Sacramento and South

Lake Tahoe. Marshall

includes Marshall Hospital,

a fully accredited acute

care facility with 111 beds

located in Placerville;

several outpatient facilities

in Cameron Park,

El Dorado Hills, Placerville

and Georgetown; and

many community health

and education programs.

Marshall has nearly 220

licensed providers and

a team of over 1,400

employees providing

quality healthcare services

to the residents of

El Dorado County.

For Your Health is

published as a community

service by

MARSHALL

1100 Marshall Way

Placerville, CA 95667

telephone 530-622-1441

or 916-933-2273;

www.marshallmedical.org

It is intended to provide

information about health in

general as well as healthcare

services and resources

available in El Dorado County.

Information comes from a

wide range of medical experts.

If you have any concerns

or questions about specific

content that may affect your

health, please contact your

healthcare provider.

To reach the editor of For Your

Health, contact Fernando

Diaz at 530-626-2675 or

fdiaz@marhsallmedical.org

The 9 Best Ways

to Prevent Cancer

These tips help you stay

healthier, so you’re more likely

to lead a cancer-free life.

With so many types of cancer and

so much advice available on how to

prevent each type, it can all be a bit

confusing. But although the abundance

of cancer prevention information can

be overwhelming – and sometimes

contradictory – there’s one way you can’t go

wrong when it comes to cancer prevention:

follow a healthy lifestyle.

Practicing healthy habits lowers your

risk of most cancers. These same habits

make it less likely you’ll develop heart

disease, diabetes, and other chronic health

conditions. Although there’s no way to

know for sure if these habits are the key

to cancer prevention, you’ll be doing your

body a world of good by embracing a

healthier lifestyle. These tips may not seem

like an evolutionary breakthrough to living

a cancer-free life, but they may help and

certainly won’t hurt your chances of being as

healthy as you can be.

Here are nine healthy lifestyle habits that up

your chances of preventing cancer:

1. Eat healthy foods – If you mostly

follow a healthy eating plan based on

low-fat, low-sodium, and low-carb

guidelines (meaning low in added

sugar and white flour), you’ll be ahead

of the game on all cancer prevention

fronts. Fill your plate with vegetables,

fruits, whole grains, and other plantbased

foods such as beans, nuts, and

seeds. Eat enough lean protein, healthy

fat, and complex carbohydrates. Limit

ultra-processed foods, fried foods,

and foods high in saturated fat, added

sugars, and empty calories.

2. Exercise regularly – Being physically

active is good for your health in

many ways and helps you maintain a

healthier weight. This helps protect you

from various types of cancer as well as

heart disease and other serious health

issues. Aim to get at least 150 minutes

of moderate aerobic activity each week,

along with some strength training

exercises.

3. Limit alcohol consumption –

Although the amount of alcohol you

drink may not affect all types of cancer,

it does raise the risk of some common

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COVER STORY

A Journey

of Resilience

It is easy to forget that our

healthcare providers live full

lives and experience their own

challenges outside of the offices

where we see them. It is this lived

experience, however, that builds

their resilience and allows them

to provide elevated care to every

patient. Every time. In fact, it is an

implicit goal of Marshall to ensure

all our care providers have a

healthy work-life balance and rich,

fulfilling lives. The following is Dr.

Samuel Ceridon’s story.

I was asked to be on a Relay

Team in the September 2024

Santa Cruz Ironman 70.3 with

Anna Salvestrin, a medical

assistant at Marshall and

competitive triathlete, and my

nurse practitioner partner, Kristin

Nurre, an avid runner. Their idea

was to compete as a relay team,

but they needed a cyclist. They

asked me because they knew I

was a mountain biker who had

competed in the past. I accepted.

My part of the race would be a 56-

mile road course along the Pacific

Coast Highway.

In my youth, I raced mountain

bikes at a highly competitive

level. After entering medical

school, my health deteriorated

for various reasons. My ability to

ride dwindled. It had been almost


25 years since I had raced successfully.

Furthermore, over the past several years,

I had struggled with leg cramps during

and after rides. They became so severe

that I started pulling out of events.

Needless to say, I was nervous about

competing. However, I had six months to

prepare. I was working with a trainer and

finding some success, and I felt I had the

time I needed.

A month later, things fell apart. I

ruptured my left quadriceps tendon.

I had to undergo surgical repair by

Marshall orthopedic surgeon Dr.

Christopher Kurnik. After surgery, I was

in a full leg splint with instructions to

not bend the knee or even activate the

quad for six weeks. My training plans

were wrecked.

Interestingly enough, this injury actually

helped me focus not only on healing but

also on preparing for the race. Within

the first week after the surgery, I had a

physical therapy appointment scheduled.

The therapist and I formulated a plan

of care, and I started therapy that next

week with my splint on. I still followed

instructions to protect the repair but

worked hard to get everything else

strong. It was a gamble.

Once I was cleared to be out of the

splint, I started riding – initially on a

bicycle trainer – then on a bicycle. The

use of a “smart” trainer (computercontrolled

resistance to simulate realworld

conditions) made the most of

my workouts. We worked on changing

the way I rode. Since testing showed

my left quad was about 72% weaker

than my right, I learned to rely less

on leg strength and more on aerobic

fitness. Even the setup of the bicycle

was completely changed to reduce the

chances of cramping.

I had access to a computer simulation

of Santa Cruz’s bike course, allowing

me to practice on the actual racecourse.

During trial rides, my best time was four

hours and 30 minutes. I was faster than

I hoped. However, that time was just

enough to keep from being disqualified.

With my injury, nothing was

certain except that I couldn’t stop

working for fear of letting down my

teammates, Anna and Kristin.

In addition to the physical, I had to

mentally work through multiple barriers.

Doubt, fear, and uncertainty were

constants during my training. The night

before the race, I was finally able to set

all that aside. I prayed and said, “I’ve

done absolutely everything I can to

prepare for this thing. Time to let it go.”

Race day – exactly five months after my

surgery – I went through my pre-race

ritual and waited in the transition area.

Anna was fast, taking only 42 minutes

to swim the course. She handed off to

me, and out I went. At one point, my

legs started to cramp, which slowed me

down only a little, as I was able to work

through the cramps without stopping.

As I was returning into Santa Cruz, I was

over an hour faster than my previous

pace. I kept thinking, “This is a fluke.

There’s no way I can be this fast.”

I crossed the line at three hours and 30

minutes. Unbelievable.

Kristin finished off our effort, taking just

over two hours to complete her run.

These combined efforts placed us 50th

out of 90 teams. I am very proud of, and

thankful for, our team. I wouldn’t have

been able to accomplish any of this if it

were not for their support. There are so

many people who deserve thanks, and I

hope I have thanked them personally.

Since that day, I’ve been processing it

all. It was more than just a competition

for me. It was a very personal journey,

one that I have been at a loss for words

to share. This ultimately became my

Everest, which I summited. I decided

to share my experience because of my

position in the community as a doctor.

There are those I help who are facing

their own obstacles. They have their

own Everest to climb. By sharing the

fears and doubts I had to overcome,

while learning to have faith, maybe

others can find a way to do it for

themselves as well.

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7 Tips to Be More

Active When You

Have Heart Issues

Here’s how to ease into exercise after a

heart attack or if you have heart disease.

If you have a heart issue or have

experienced a heart-related event, such

as a heart attack, you may feel uneasy

about doing too much physical activity.

But very often, being more active is one

of the best things you can do to improve

the health of your heart. The key to doing

it safely is to talk with your doctor about

what you can and cannot do and slowly

ease into any new activity.

There are many benefits to being more

active when you have cardiovascular

health issues. These tips can help you

stay as safe as possible as you increase

activity levels:

1. Talk to your doctor. Before you do any

activity, talk to your doctor or other

members of your healthcare team. Find

out what activities are best for you and

what you should avoid. Ask how much

exercise is enough or too much. Also,

make sure you know what warning

signs to look out for that indicate it’s

time to stop or seek medical attention.

2. Consider a cardiac rehab program.

Doctors often recommend these

programs after a heart attack or

other cardiovascular event. They

help you increase physical activity

under the watchful eyes of trained

specialists who show you what to do

and monitor your progress. They also

suggest other ways to improve your

health and spur your recovery, such

as making heart-healthy recipes or

finding ways to reduce stress.

3. Take it slowly. Ease into activity

slowly. Start by doing low-intensity

activities such as walking. Exercise at

a pace that feels comfortable for you,

and do it only for a short time. As

you feel more comfortable, you can

gradually increase your intensity or

exercise more.

4. Be consistent. You’ll reap more

benefits from exercise and will get used

to increased activity levels quicker if

you’re consistently active. Aim to move

more most days of the week, even if

it’s just for a little while. This is more

effective than doing a lot of activity

on just a couple of days a week. If you

don’t stick with exercise, it doesn’t

help much, so find activities you enjoy

doing.

5. Pay attention to your body. Exercising

when you have heart problems can

be scary, and it’s important to pay

attention to any signs that something

may be wrong. If you experience

fatigue, shortness of breath, dizziness,

or chest pain, stop what you are doing

and let your doctor know.

6. Track your progress. It can be

overwhelming to exercise after having

a heart-related scare. It can also feel

like you’ll never be able to do much. To

overcome these feelings, keep track of

what you do and how you feel when

doing it so you can see your progress.

It’s also helpful to keep track of any

symptoms or setbacks and to share

them with your doctor.

7. Celebrate milestones. Being more

active is often one of the best things

you can do for your heart and overall

health. Take pride in what you can

accomplish in improving your health,

and celebrate each victory as it comes.

Visit marshallmedical.org, call

530.626.2766, or scan this QR code

to learn more about Marshall’s

cardiac rehabilitation program.


BETTER CARE FOR YOU

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types such as cancer of the lung,

colon, liver, and breast. The more

you drink, the higher your risk, so

drink in moderation, if at all.

4. Maintain a healthy weight – By

following the first three tips in this

list, you’re more likely to be at a

healthy weight. All of these actions

combined help minimize your risk

of many types of cancer.

5. Don’t smoke – This seems like

a no-brainer but still needs to be

said. Smoking raises your risk

of lung cancer as well as several

other types of cancer. Being around

secondhand smoke may also raise

cancer risk, as do chewing tobacco

and vaping.

6. Be sun-smart – Skin cancer is the

most common type of cancer and

is one of the easiest to prevent.

Get in the habit of using a broadspectrum

sunscreen with SPF 30

or higher daily, even if it’s cold or

cloudy outside. Limit time in the

sun during the middle of the day.

Also, don’t use tanning beds or

sun lamps.

7. Get vaccinated – Some cancers

may develop from viral infections,

such as HPV, HIV, or hepatitis.

There are vaccinations against

some of these viruses, such as HPV

and hepatitis B.

8. Get routine check-ups and

screenings – The best way to treat

cancer is to find it early, so stay up

to date on preventive appointments

and recommended screenings, such

as mammograms, colonoscopies,

and other tests.

9. Pay attention to your body

– You know your body best, so

if something doesn’t look or

feel right, trust your gut and

get it checked out by a medical

professional.

Across Marshall, we are continually updating, upgrading, and

improving our facilities to better care for you. In addition to

construction on our exciting new facility in El Dorado Hills, the

following are a few of the other projects in progress.

New Emergency Department Ambulance Awning

New X-Ray and Fluoroscopy Suite

New X-Ray and Fluoroscopy

Suite

Construction and installation were

recently completed on the hospital’s

third diagnostic imaging suite. The

new system replaces decades-old

equipment and brings significant

upgrades and diagnostic capabilities

for treating Marshall’s patients. It will

also allow for a noticeable increase in

the number of patients able to receive

imaging and will decrease wait times.

New Emergency

Department Ambulance

Awning

The beginning of construction on

an awning over the Emergency

Department’s ambulance bay was

recently marked by a ceremony

attended by hospital and community

leadership, emergency services

personnel, and the generous donors

who made the project possible. This

much-needed improvement will

shield our patients and personnel from

adverse weather conditions during

their most critical moments, ensuring

better protection for all involved.

New Cardiac Catheterization Suite

New Cardiac

Catheterization Suite

Construction planning is underway

at the hospital on a new 935-squarefoot

state-of-the-art cardiac

catheterization suite. The new facility

and equipment will significantly

enhance Marshall’s cardiac care

capabilities. A mock-up of the suite

was recently constructed to allow

interdisciplinary teams of physicians,

technicians, nurses, IT professionals,

and others to walk the space and

customize it before construction to

best address Marshall’s needs.

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Silver Award for Antimicrobial

Stewardship Honor Roll, Healthcare-

Associated Infections Program 2023

U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT

• Best Hospitals 2023-24

• High Performing for Pneumonia

THE LEAPFROG GROUP

‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The

Leapfrog Group, a national recognition

for commitment to patient safety

LOWN INSTITUTE HOSPITALS

INDEX

A Grades for Social Responsibility,

Patient Outcomes, Value of Care,

Clinical Outcomes, Pay Equity, Avoiding

Overuse, Cost Efficiency and Inclusivity

AMERICAN HEART

ASSOCIATION/AMERICAN

STROKE ASSOCIATION

• Stroke Gold Plus 2024

Target: Stroke Honor Roll-Elite 2024

Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll 2024

• Rural Bronze Stroke 2024

BETA HEALTHCARE GROUP

Quest for Zero

• Excellence in OB Tier 2,

2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

• Excellence in ED Tier 2, 2023, 2024

*The American Diabetes Association

Recognizes this education service as

meeting the National Standards for

Diabetes Self-Management Education

and Support.

CHARTIS

Rural and Community Top 100 Hospital 2023

CAL HOSPITAL COMPARE

HONOR ROLL

• Opioid Care 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

• Patient Safety 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024

AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION

Since 2009, Marshall Diabetes and Nutrition

Education has been recognized for Diabetes

Self-Management Education and Support

COMMISSION ON CANCER

ACCREDITATION

Accredited since 2005, quality measures

address survival and quality of life

BABY FRIENDLY CERTIFIED

SINCE 2015

By the World Health Organization and

UNICEF for Breastfeeding Advocacy

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION

OF CARDIOVASCULAR AND

PULMONARY REHABILITATION

AACVPR Program Accredited 2023

JOINT COMMISSION

Certification as a Primary Stroke Center

2013, 2015, 2017, 2020, 2021, 2023

INSTITUTE FOR HEALTHCARE

IMPROVEMENT

Recognized for participation in national

movement to improve care for older adults

Transforming healthcare for you through

compassion, quality and innovation.

MARSHALLMEDICAL.ORG

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OF THE TOWN

Award-winning, locally sourced food and drink abound in our

region. Whether wine tasting amid picture-perfect vineyard views,

sipping high-quality craft brews at a family-friendly brewery,

indulging in pub grub, or savoring a multi-course meal, there's

something for everyone. When you visit the places that follow, make

sure to tell them you saw their profile in STYLE!

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#1 FAVORITE ITALIAN RESTAURANT

20 YEARS IN A ROW!

Visconti’s is a family owned full service restaurant

in Folsom where we do our best to make you feel at

home each time you come to visit. Our recipes come

from past generations of our family in Southern

Italy, from the regions of Calabria and Sicily. We are

proud to use only the freshest ingredients, imported

meat, cheese and wine. When you dine with our

family you feel at home where the flavors are

savory, the atmosphere is filled with love, and the

ambiance is old world traditional Italian life.

If you are wondering where to eat, we welcome

parties of any size no matter what the occasion!

We are a family friendly restaurant that is a perfect

place to celebrate anniversaries, weddings, and

birthdays. We can also host business meetings and

private parties. Open Tuesday through Saturday for

lunch and dinner, and Sundays for dinner only. We

are so proud of our rich traditions and history and

that pride goes into every dish we serve.

Thanks also for making Visconti’s Restaurant

Folsom’s Favorite Italian Restaurant for 19 years

in a row!

Visconti’s Ristorante

2700 East Bidwell St., Ste. 700 | Folsom

916-983-5181 | viscontisristorante.com

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RUSTIC

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COZY PATIO

Iron Horse Tavern blends locally sourced

ingredients into inventive dishes and

handcrafted cocktails. Sip craft cocktails by the

firepit or gather for an unforgettable meal in an

atmosphere that’s equal parts cozy and inviting.

www.ironhorsetavern.net | 460 Palladio Parkway, Folsom | 916.618.4322

Where Tacos

Meet Global

Flavors

Mas Taco Bar pushes the boundaries

of traditional tacos with bold, worldly

ingredients, all complemented by

handcrafted margaritas and over 50 tequilas.

www.mastacobar.com | 450 Palladio Parkway, Folsom | 916.597.2929


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Best Happy Hour, Sports Bar, Casual Restaurant, Pizza, Salads,

Bartender (Tyson Taclay), Place to Grab a Beer, Family Restaurant, Bar, Brunch,

Fried Chicken, Vegetarian and Vegan, and Kids Birthday Party Spot!

4079 CAMERON PARK DR, CAMERON PARK | (530) 677-5205


SPECIAL SECTION

9900 GREENBACK LN.,

FOLSOM

(916) 989-9243

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Helwig Winery is the perfect venue for your event, big or small.

HelwigWinery.com

11555 Shenandoah Rd, Plymouth, CA 95669 209.245.5200


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Thank you

for voting us #1 !

Best Sushi

HOURS

Tues-Fri 11am-2pm Lunch, 4:30-8:30pm Dinner

Sat & Sun 11:30am-8:30pm | Closed Mondays

916-985-7778 | WWW.HISUISUSHI.COM

25004 BLUE RAVINE RD., #107 | FOLSOM, CA 95630

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EL DORADO HILLS AUBURN

3375 Bass Lake Road, Ste. 100 COMING

(916) 293-9644

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GRANITE BAY

8425 Sierra College Blvd

(916) 771-2173

ROSEVILLE

1950 Douglas Blvd.

(916) 347-7741

ROCKLIN

4460 Rocklin Rd

(916) 259-1616

www.mariosearlytoast.com

FOLSOM

6693 Folsom-Auburn Rd

(916) 510-2430


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We here at Papa

Gianni’s appreciate

your business, and

are so grateful for

the trust you’ve

placed in us, our staff and our food. Your

support means the world to us and we

are so grateful for the pleasure of serving

you for three decades! Thank you for

your never ending loyalty and support.

Family-style options are available for

take out.

Papa Gianni's Ristorante

3450 Palmer Dr., Ste. 1 | Cameron Park

530-672-2333 | papagiannis.net |

Looking for something

fun to do with your

whole family as the

weather heats up?

Serving delicious

food, local beers and wines in a cozy

atmosphere. Our Family-owned

cafe serves the best wood fired pizza

since the Gold Rush! Come visit our

new location and enjoy our live music

Saturday evenings!

Marco's Cafe

986 Lotus Rd. | Lotus 530-863-6870

marcoscafelotus.com | Fri 4-9pm, Sat 11-9pm

Sun 11-8pm, Mon 4-8pm, Thur 4-8pm

Closed Tues/Wed

Come for

the wine.

Stay for

the view.

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Tasting Room | Picnic Area | Scenic Views

Dog-friendly (on leash)

Open year-round weekends;

Check website for weekdays

Reservations recommended (Sept-Nov)

Apple Hill Growers Association Member #25

1900 Hidden Valley Ln, Camino, CA 95709

(530) 626-6858 | www.wavwines.com

reservations@wavwines.com | info@wavwines.com

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creations add a sweet touch to your

special day. Contact us today and

make your celebration even sweeter!

Experience truly

authentic Italian

cuisine at Amore

Mio Italian Bistro.

Simona create

fresh, traditional dishes with highquality

ingredients. Customers keep

coming back for the unique passion

and dedication put into each dish.

Come taste the best of Italy today.

1541 Blue Oaks Blvd., Ste., 120

Roseville, CA 95747

Frank Vilt's Cakes

530-409-7046 | frankviltscakes@hotmail.com

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Amore Mio

451 Main Street, #8 | Placerville

530-303-3148 | amoremioitalianbistro.com


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Mode Brewing & Kitchen is your

neighborhood brewery and getaway

nestled right in the heart of Orangevale.

We proudly brew a wide variety of craft

beer as well as offer wine and cider.

Our scratch kitchen serves up handmade pasta and pizza

inspired by cuisines from around the globe (gluten free and

vegan options available). MODE is family owned and operated

and EVERYTHING is made from scratch with innovation only

found in big city high end restaurants, love only found in a

family kitchen and prices only found in fast food. Come get

in the MODE - A family-friendly, kid-friendly, dog-friendly,

communit gem anything you've seen in the area.

Mode Brewing & Kitchen

9110 Greenback Lane | Orangevale

916-510-1509 | modebrewing.com |

Thank you for the honor to be the best.

We are proud to be a part of the fabric

of this wonderful Folsom community.

Since 1963 Snooks has been producing

the highest quality chocolates and

confections. With the creation of our amazing hot fudge

sauce, we added Ice Cream when we opened our store in

Historic Folsom. We look forward to a continued commitment

providing quality products with appreciative customer service

for many years to come. Thank you Folsom. We hope to see

you all soon!

–The Snook Family

Snooks Candies and Chocolate Factory

731 Sutter St. | Folsom | 800-957-6665

www.snookscandies.com |

For over 25 years,

we’ve had the

privilege of serving

you—continuing a legacy of fresh seafood, handcrafted cocktails,

and warm hospitality. Now proudly located in the heart of

Historic Folsom, Scott’s Seafood Roundhouse is more than just a

restaurant; it’s a place where friends and family gather, stories are

shared, and every meal is made with care.

We’re grateful to be part of this incredible community and look

forward to welcoming you for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Thank

you for making Scott’s your home for great food and even better

company! — Suzanne Cook

Scott’s Seafood Roundhouse

824 Sutter Street | Folsom

916-989-6711 | scottsseafoodroundhouse.com |


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Julian’s Patisserie and Cafe in

Folsom, known for its delicious

breakfast and baked goods,

is now serving dinner! Enjoy

our house-made pasta and pizza, crafted with the same

dedication to quality and flavor that you love. We offer

many vegetarian options, ensuring there’s something

for everyone. Pair your meal with a drink from our new

cocktail menu, featuring handcrafted, refreshing cocktails

perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re stopping by for a

cozy date night or a casual dinner with friends, we cannot

wait to welcome you. Visit us and experience our fresh,

homemade dishes, now available for dinner! Open for

dinner Friday-Sunday, 5-9PM!

Julian’s Pâtisserie and Café

6610 Folsom Auburn Rd. • Folsom • 916-936-4735

julianscafe.com • julianspatisserie • pastrynouveau

MEXICAN CUISINE & TEQUILA LOUNGE

Experience Mexquite.

Looking for great

Mexican cuisine in

the Folsom area?

Mexquite has been

named the area’s Best Mexican Restaurant for 17 years in a row!

We offer a vast menu of traditional dishes including our Sinaloa

region specialties. We are now open for breakfast every day at

9am with a selection of delectable Mexican breakfast dishes

like Chilaquiles Poblanos, omelets, pancakes and more. The

atmosphere is always lively, and the outdoor patio is a wonderful

place to unwind after a long workday. Be sure to try a Mexquite

Margarita – always made with agave, lime juice and tequila, all

natural and arguably the best in town!

Mexquite Cuisine & Tequila Lounge

25095 Blue Ravine Rd. | Folsom (In the Raley's Center)

916-984-8607 | mexquite.com

2320 pleasant grove blvd. west roseville kitchen747.com


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Most Awarded Winery in North America. Wise Villa is a family owned and

operated winery, estate vineyard, and Tuscan-style Gourmet Restaurant

located in the heart of the Sierra Foothills Wine Appellation of Placer County.

Offering over 30 different varietals and over 30 world-class Wise Villa wines at

the winery. Wise Villa follows organic and sustainable practices in vineyard

management resulting in the highest quality of wine.

Restaurant

Winery

Certified Sustainable

Open 7 days a week starting at 11:00am, the winery and restaurant feature

different tasting options, full lunch and full dinner menu.

www.wisevillawinery.com

916.543.0323

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My Thai Kitchen was voted as

the #1 Best Thai Restaurant

by the readers of Style

Magazine for Roseville/

Rocklin/Granite Bay. Be

ready to enjoy great aromas

and great tasting Thai food

when you and your friends visit for lunch or

dinner at MTK. They feature wok stir fry cooking

of your traditional favorite Thai dishes such as

Pad Thai, curry and house specials. Their open

concept kitchen allows patrons to enjoy the

fragrant aromas, sights and sounds of their Thai

food being prepared. MTK also uniquely has an

innovative menu where you can 'make it your way'

and be your own chef. MTK is open for lunch and

dinner, and we have a popular daily happy hour.

There are so many wonderful menu items from

which to choose - their pineapple fried rice is a

must-try dish! Whatever your event or celebration,

we are here to make your visit a truly memorable

one. We offer authentic Thai cuisine made fresh

daily ... one meal at a time. We can accommodate

large parties and special events!

Complimentary salads

available 11-4

My Thai Kitchen

1465 Eureka Rd., Ste. 140 | Roseville

916-781-7811 | eatatmythaikitchen.com


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24 Brix Winery Owner and

Winemaker, Paul Schmitz,

invites you into his authentic,

real working winery, to taste

his highly awarded and

beautifully aged white and

red wines. Paul’s wine awards

are from the prestigious San

Francisco International and the

San Francisco Chronicle Wine

Competitions. To pique your

interest, Paul has been awarded eight 90+ point

awards including a 2018 Double Gold Cabernet

Sauvignon (99 points), and a 2013 Double Gold

Petite Sirah (98 points). Take the picturesque drive

to Plymouth to make your weekend special and

memorable and chat with Paul about his old-world

wine-making techniques and how he continues to

make delicious award-winning wines!

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24 Brix Winery

17585 Highway 49 | Plymouth

916-680-9035 | www.24brixwines.com

Hours of operation: Friday, Saturday,

and Sunday 11am-4pm


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Modern Asian Cuisine. Timeliness Tradition

Come discover a hidden gem and enjoy

a lakeside dinner with friends and family.

Where all of our food and sauces are

hand crafted and made from scratch!

Come for the delicious food, killer

atmosphere, and stay for the beautiful

relaxing view. Your new summer IT spot

is just a short drive up the foothills.

Serving a variety of breakfast delights, lunch specials,

and dinner favorites your whole family will enjoy the feel

of home away from home. We truly strive to provide the

freshest ingredients and best experience in Placerville. We

cannot wait to meet you!

Smoke on the Water

9100 Rock Creek Rd. | Placerville

530-622-1060 | Saturday 11am-6pm; Sunday 9am-3pm

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FOLSOM

2585 Iron Point Road

916.983.1133

www.FatsAsiaBistro.com

ROSEVILLE

1500 Eureka Road

916.787.3287

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We are a Reader’s choice winner for 2 years

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Take your family on an adventure to see what everyone is

raving about! We can’t wait to meet you!

Enchanted Forest Dining Experience

372 Main St., Placerville | 916-715-9755 | enchantedforestdining.com

Thur 4-8:30pm, Fri 4-9:30pm, Sat 11:30-9:30pm, Sun 11:30-8:30pm


| eat & drink | Dining Out

ELDO Chophouse

& Kitchen

by RYAN MARTINEZ | photos by JYO BHAMIDIPATI

The newly established ELDO

Chophouse & Kitchen is

poised to become a local favorite for

area epicureans. The vision came

from friends Angelo Heropoulos

and John Keller who sought to

create a dining destination featuring

their favorite dishes, “whether

it’s the finest wagyu steaks or

a one-pound burger.” Pulling

from their shared experience as

culinary entrepreneurs (they’re

Everything about the

space shouts precision,

sophistication, and

attention to detail, sans

any pretentiousness.

behind some of the Bay Area’s

best restaurants, including The

Hero Ranch Kitchen and Flowers

Saratoga), the duo is now bringing

their passion for exceptional

cuisine to the Gold Country.

The restaurant occupies the

former Sienna location, though the

transformation is so impressive that

it’s unrecognizable from the inside.

The fully remodeled venue includes

a beautifully redesigned lounge and

bar with high-top tables, a striking

patio (soon to host live music and

evening soirées), and another patio

that management hopes will become

the area’s go-to brunch spot starting

this spring. Additionally, there’s an

elegant dining room for private events

and gatherings and a card room (EDH

Braveheart Filet


Owner Angelo

Heropoulos

and Chef Brock

Macdonald

Crispy Nigiri Bites

Pan-Seared Scallops

3909 Park Drive,

El Dorado Hills,

530-618-8986,

eldochophouse.com

@eldo_chophouse

Taylor Made

WINTER HOURS: 5-9:30 p.m. (Sunday,

Wednesday, and Thursday); 5-11 p.m.

(Friday-Saturday); closed Monday

and Tuesday

TRY THIS: Brioche Parker House Rolls,

Crispy Nigiri Bites, Wagyu Carpaccio,

Chophouse Caesar, ELDO Chophouse Burger,

Pan-Seared Scallops, Miso Cod, Braveheart

Filet, The Ranch Platter, Eldo Butter Cake

DRINKS: Full bar; beer, wine, and cocktails

TAB: $$$$

HEADS-UP: No corkage fee; vegetarian

and gluten-free options; vegan requests

can be accommodated; reservations are

recommended but walk-ins are welcome;

catering available; private events both big

(up to 175 people) and small can be fully

customized; brunch will begin this spring;

longer hours for spring/summer scheduled

to start the first weekend of April

Casino) for some post-meal fun.

From the moment you enter, it’s clear

ELDO offers an upscale experience.

Everything about the space shouts

precision, sophistication, and attention

to detail, sans any pretentiousness.

What else makes me think this

could be the area’s new go-to spot for

date nights or special occasions? Aside

from the beautiful environs, craft

cocktails, masterly crafted dishes, and

five-star service, the restaurant also has

a standout wine policy: no corkage fees

and all bottles are marked at the same

price you would find at Total Wine &

More. Yes, you read that correctly. No

corkage and no upcharge on wine.

This alone is sure to bring local foodies

running in with their favorite vino

(I’ll be bringing a bottle of Rombauer

Zinfandel on my next visit).

My wife and I took a seat in their

lounge, since all tables were reserved.

Pro tip: reservations are recommended.

The lounge was by no means a

downgrade, however, and we were

happy to sip on a Taylor Made (Four

Roses Bourbon, Crème de Pêche,

white peach purée, lemon, egg white,

and bitters) and Preacher Punch (Don

Fulano Blanco Tequila, Aperol, guava

purée, lime, and Cointreau). The Taylor

Made had a fun twist—I won’t ruin it for

you—but let’s just say there’s a secret

ingredient that changes the entire flavor

profile and is a real POP to the palate.

The drinks went down almost too

smoothly as we awaited our crispy nigiri bites to share,

one of the tastiest appetizers I’ve enjoyed in quite

some time. Three tantalizing pieces of nigiri—bluefin,

Ora King salmon, and yellowtail hamachi—were each

served atop crisped rice and garnished with ponzu,

creamy avocado, tobiko, cilantro, and chili oil. I would

happily eat five plates of these.

For entrées we ordered the Braveheart filet and the

pan-seared scallops. The filet came with our choice of side

and sauce; we opted for the Brussels sprouts (tossed with

bacon and Meyer lemon) and cowboy butter with garlic,

fresh herbs, and spices, a choice we fully stand by. It was

absolutely everything you would want (and expect) from a

filet at a restaurant of this caliber.

The seared scallops easily rank amongst some of the

best I’ve ever tried. With parsnip purée, parsnip milk, fried

parsnip, chive oil, and black truffle, they had a slight touch

of sweetness, earthiness, and all the beautiful maritime

flavors of the sea. I must say, with only three to a plate, it’s

hard to justify calling this an entrée, but do not let that

detract from the fact that they’re three of the

most delicious scallops you’ll find.

Overall, the service was exemplary

(it’s worth noting that our server

had years of experience at Hero

Ranch before following the owners

to ELDO, providing an expertise we

noticed and appreciated), the food was

spectacular, and the drinks worthy of a

second (or third, please). Rest assured, ELDO

is here to stay.

Chophouse Caesar

Have

you been to

ELDO Chophouse

& Kitchen? Tell us

about your experience by

messaging us on Instagram

(@stylemags), Facebook

(@stylemediagroup), or

emailing

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Foodie Find

MORE

FIN-TASTIC TUNA

by CAITLIN EMMETT

When a craving for fresh fish hits,

swim on over to these local spots.

Back Bistro

230 Palladio Parkway, Suite 1201,

Folsom, 916-986-9100, backbistro.com

MUST-TRY: Ahi Poke

Bennett’s

6604 Lonetree Boulevard, Rocklin,

916-872-1020; 1595 Eureka Road,

Roseville, 916-750-5150; 2232 Fair

Oaks Boulevard, Sacramento, 916-

515-9680, bennettsrestaurants.com

MUST-TRY: Ahi Poke

Hisui Sushi

25004 Blue Ravine Road, Suite 107,

Folsom, 916-985-7778,

hisuisushi.com

MUST-TRY: Pepperfin

Tokyo Express

5130 Commons Drive, Suite 112, Rocklin,

916-618-8821,

tokyoexpressrocklin.menu11.com

@tokyoexpress_rocklin

Have you been

to Tokyo Express? Tell us

about your experience by

messaging us on Instagram

(@stylemags), Facebook

(@stylemediagroup), or

emailing

info@stylemg.com.

If you’re craving delicious Japanese food in casual environs,

head to Tokyo Express in Rocklin. Their extensive menu

offers something for everyone. Let’s kick things off with

appetizers because, let’s be honest, ordering at least one is

non-negotiable. Edamame is always a fan favorite, and here you can have it with spicy

garlic, deep-fried, or boiled and sprinkled with coarse sea salt. But there are over

15 other starters, too, from shrimp tempura and ahi poke salad to spring rolls, BBQ

albacore, and miso soup. Personally, I went for the pan-fried gyoza, which turned

out to be a perfect prelude to the feast. As for mains, if you’re indecisive, no worries!

Select several and share. My friend and I did exactly that—ordering a teriyaki

roll, spicy tuna roll, and chicken teriyaki. The rolls were top-notch: fresh

ingredients, crisp nori (you can also opt for rolls wrapped in soy paper), and

perfectly balanced sauces that complemented as opposed to overpowered.

The chicken teriyaki, served alongside steamed rice and a side salad, was

also enjoyable. With rolls aplenty, plus nigiri, sashimi, udon, ramen, salads,

fried rice, noodle plates, and a kids’ menu, as I said earlier, there’s truly

something for everyone!

— by JULIE RYAN | photos by JYO BHAMIDIPATI

The Independent

629 Main Street,

Placerville, 530-344-7645,

independentplacerville.com

MUST-TRY: Ahi Tartare

Mikasa Asian Fusion

3000 Green Valley Road, Suite B12,

Cameron Park, 530-350-8658,

sushicameronpark.com

MUST-TRY: Sleep Paralysis Roll

Oishii Teriyaki #2

125 Dolores Drive, Auburn, 530-

823-1313, auburn.oishiiteriyaki.net

MUST-TRY: Scott Roll

Roku Japanese Cuisine

4200 Thrive Drive, Suite 100,

Roseville, 916-773-2272, rokujc.com

MUST-TRY: Otoro Nigiri

Sienna

1006 White Rock Road, Suite 200, El

Dorado Hills, 916-941-9694; 1480

Eureka Road, Roseville, 916-771-

4700, siennarestaurants.com

MUST-TRY: Ahi Tuna Nachos

Hotel Sutter Restaurant

53 Main Street, Sutter Creek,

209-267-0242, hotelsutter.com/

sutter-creek-restaurant

MUST-TRY: Poke Stack

Mikasa Asian Fusion photo by Valerie Antkowiak. Hisui Sushi photo by Terry Carroll. Other photos courtesy of their respective companies or organizations.


H BEST FOOD AND DRINK H

AS VOTED BY THE READERS OF STYLE MAGAZINE

AMERICAN

BAKERY

The Independent presents an

outstanding American fusion menu

and a top-tier full bar. The scratch

kitchen uses only the freshest, finest

ingredients creating exceptional grill

and seafood entrées. The bar prides

itself on artisanal cocktails, freshsqueezed

juices, and house-made

mixers. Beautiful outdoor patio!

The Independent

Restaurant and Bar

629 Main Street, Placerville

530-344-7645

independentplacerville.com

Make your event unforgettable with

Frank Vilt’s Cakes! We specialize in

custom wedding cakes, decadent

dessert tables, and custom printed

cookies, crafted to perfection. From

elegant designs to mouthwatering

flavors, our creations add a sweet

touch to your special day. Contact us

today! Open Th-Sat 9-6; Sun 10-2.

Frank Vilt’s Cakes

4100 Cameron Park Dr., Ste. 117

Cameron Park

530-409-7046

@frankviltscakes

ITALIAN

THAI

Since 2014, our goal has been to bring

the taste of Naples to Placerville.

We use only the highest quality

and freshest ingredients available

for all of our signature pizza and

pasta dishes. We only use Antico

Molino Caputo Flour for our Classic

Napoletana style pizza, cooked in our

Neapolitan brick oven. Come see us—

you won’t be disappointed!

Bene! Ristorante Italiano

423 Main Street

Placerville

530-303-3415

eatpizzabene.com

Voted “#1 BEST THAI

RESTAURANT”

in Folsom and El Dorado Hills

for the past 16 years.

Voted “#1 BEST TAKE-OUT”.

Voted a “BEST CHEF”.

Online Ordering is easy on our

websites for Take-Out and Delivery.

Thai Paradise

Folsom | ThaiParadiseFolsom.com

2770 E. Bidwell St., #100

El Dorado Hills | ThaiParadiseEDH.com

4361 Town Center Blvd., #110

ROMANTIC

ITALIAN

Food Network Winner

“Best Bite in Town”

Up for a delicious time travel

adventure? Experience ambiance

that magically transport you to

another realm while you enjoy

delicious hand made food!

Enchanted Forest Dining

372 Main Street

Placerville

916-715-9755

enchantedforestdining.com

Best Italian Restaurant in El Dorado

County- voted #1 for eleven straight

years! Our old world family recipes

are sure to delight. We invite you to

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your destination for an authentic

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Papa Gianni's Ristorante

3450 Palmer Dr., Suite 1

Cameron Park

530-672-2333

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ITALIAN

MEXICAN

Experience truly authentic Italian

cuisine at Amore Mio Bistro. Simona

create fresh, traditional dishes with

high-quality ingredients. Customers

keep coming back for the unique

passion and dedication put into

each dish. Come taste the best of

Italy today.

Voted one of the Best Italian

Restaurants in the region for 2023!

Amore Mio Italian Bistro

451 Main Street, #8

Placerville

530-303-3148

amoremioitalianbistro.com

Mexquite Mexican Cuisine & Tequila

Lounge offers a lively, open, family

friendly environment. Catering and

special parties available. Enjoy your

meal inside our spacious dining

room or bar, or outdoor on our

gorgeous patio. Voted Best Mexican

Restaurant by the readers of Style

Magazine for Folsom and El Dorado

Hills for the past 17 years!

Mexquite Mexican Cuisine &

Tequila Lounge

25095 Blue Ravine Rd., Folsom

916-984-8607

mexquite.com

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THE

Hot Potatoes

by SHAWNA NENNI

Potato, po-tah-to! No matter how you slice, dice, mash, or fry this versatile veggie, it’s

always a crowd-pleaser. In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, we rounded up some of the most

exciting and unique potato dishes in town, from crispy potato tacos and twice-baked

potatoes to mashed potato gnocchi and every tater in between.

Forget the mayo-based, processed

potato salads of your childhood, and say

hello to the Kartoffelsalat (German-style

potato salad) at Kathrin’s Biergarten.

Served either cold or warm (both are

amazing), each forkful features tender

tots, onions, crumbled bacon, and

house-made pickles, all cooked in a

savory beef broth and tossed in a tangy

vinegar-based dressing. Pair it with a pint

or giant Bavarian pretzel (or both) and

prepare to be impressed. 4810 Granite

Drive, Suite A1, Rocklin, 916-251-7502,

kathrinsbiergarten.com

Bawarchi Indian Cuisine is renowned

for its diverse, flavorful menu, offering

both North and South Indian plus Indo-

Chinese cuisine, tandoor and biryani

creations included. Potato lovers will

especially delight in the Aloo Gobi—a

comforting, crave-worthy vegan curry

made with potatoes and cauliflower,

infused with aromatic Indian spices, fresh

cilantro, and onions. 2085 Vine Street,

Suite 102, El Dorado Hills, 916-222-8222,

edhbawarchi.com

Discover Amore Mio Italian Bistro, where

authentic Italian cuisine comes to life with

passion, precision, and ingredients imported

directly from Italy. Don’t miss their Gnocchi

Del Norcino—a delightful combination of

mashed potato gnocchi bathed in cream

sauce alongside mushrooms, gorgonzola

cheese, and crumbled sausage. With

outdoor seating and a cozy, intimate

ambiance, it’s no wonder Amore Mio is a fan

favorite among both locals and passersby.

451 Main Street, Suite 8, Placerville, 530-

303-3148, amoremioitalianbistro.com

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The Fat Rabbit Public House photo by Don Huddleston. Land Ocean photo courtesy of Land Ocean.

The Fat Rabbit Public House—a

European-style tavern in the heart of

Folsom—offers a diverse selection of brews

and classic British-style dishes. Guests

often describe the atmosphere as “warm,”

“homey,” and “historic,” and the food as

being “hot,” “hearty,” and “delicious.”

Their Shepherd’s Pie is a pub favorite,

featuring layers of seasoned ground beef

and veggies (peas, carrots, and onions)

with creamy mashed potatoes on top. Add

a pint of Guinness or Old Speckled Hen

and you have a complete, and completely

comforting, meal. 825 Sutter Street, Folsom,

916-985-3289, thefatrabbitpublichouse.site

Land Ocean combines the best of land

and sea, offering exceptional cuisine

in upscale, inviting environs. When it

comes to their potato accompaniments,

you can’t go wrong (fun fact: all of

them are made in-house, even the

potato chips!), but our favorite is the

irresistible Twice-Baked Potato. Served

hot in a skillet with creamy cheddar

cheese, chives, and crispy bacon,

it’s a must-try indulgence you won’t

soon forget! 2720 East Bidwell Street,

Folsom, 916-983-7000; 1151 Galleria

Boulevard, Suite 241, Roseville, 916-

407-5640, landoceanrestaurants.com

You can order to-go food and delivery from our website or from Doordash.

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Who knew potatoes and

Mexican food were such

a perfect, mouthwatering

match? If you’re wondering

where to savor the to-diefor

flavors, head to Dos

Coyotes. Their Loaded

Potato Tacos include griddled

potatoes, cheese, green chiles,

guacamole, sour cream,

cilantro ranch cabbage slaw,

and green onions stuffed

inside flour tortillas. So many

exciting ingredients and

flavors all rolled into one!

13385 Folsom Boulevard, Suite

100, Folsom, 916-351-9750;

2030 Douglas Boulevard, Suite

4, Roseville, 916-772-0775,

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Experience gourmet dining at Sutter Street Steakhouse, the perfect spot for a celebratory

occasion or romantic evening. Savor the finest USDA prime cuts of beef and fresh seafood

as you sip a classic cocktail (dirty martini, anyone?) or fine wine at the elegant bar. For

a standout side that could easily take center stage, try the irresistible Cheddar Potato

Cakes. Crispy on the outside with a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth center, they’re the ultimate

indulgence. 604 Sutter Street, Folsom, 916-351-9100, sutterstreetsteakhouse.com

Placerville Public House, affectionately known as “The

Pub,” is a beloved fixture on Placerville’s Main Street. But

don’t expect the typical pub grub; here, you’ll find wellexecuted,

scratch-made meals crafted using fresh, locally

sourced ingredients. To start, try the Loaded Potato

Wedges: perfectly seasoned salt-and-pepper wedges

topped with homemade beer cheese, crispy bacon, green

onions, and ranch. Pure deliciousness (and decadence!)

in every bite. 305 Main Street, Placerville, 530-303-3792,

placervillepublichouse.com

Junior Restaurant and Lounge is a hip, happening

spot known for their playful take on classic dishes. Guests

flock to the multi-story space to enjoy lunch, dinner, and

creative cocktails. But on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., you’ll find a killer good brunch. In

addition to what may be the best home fries in town, they

also serve a Loco Moco that’s loco good: a hearty plate

packed with white rice, two ground beef patties, fried

eggs, and red wine demi-glace over steamed white rice,

with a side of mac salad and savory home fries. 390 North

Sunrise Avenue, Roseville, 916-886-8092, jrlounge.com

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ITALIAN

AMERICAN

A restaurant dedicated to bringing the

flavors of Tuscany to our dining room.

Named after the Italian hometown of

2 of our founding partners, we offer

traditional cuisine of the Tuscany region,

as well as other recipes popular all over

Italy – simple dishes made to order with

the freshest of ingredients, and always

created and served with pride.

Vaiano Trattoria

7160 Douglas Blvd.

Granite Bay

916-780-0888

vaianotrattoria.com

FLB Entertainment Center is a

whole lot of flavor and fun. We

have 20 beers on tap, handcrafted

specialty cocktails, wine, and an

excellent happy hour. Our menu

has something for everyone from

jumbo wings, burgers, wraps, pizza,

and salads. Stop in and see why

we’ve been voted the best sports

bar in the area!

FLB Entertainment Center

511 E. Bidwell St. , Folsom

916-983-4411

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AMERICAN

CANDY STORE/CONFECTIONER

Sophisticated eatery with a warm

vibe offering a full bar, wine country

inspired cuisine and ambiance.

Lounge on our beautiful outdoor

patios with hand crafted cocktails

or glass of wine. Menu offers a

delectable variety of appetizers,

salads, original main dishes and tasty

desserts. Happy Hour M-F 3-6pm

and weekend Brunch.

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1480 Eureka Rd. | Roseville

1006 White Rock Rd., Ste. 200 | EDH

916-771-4700 (RSVL) | 916-941-9694 (EDH)

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A Family of Candy Makers since 1963.

With three generations of candy

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of producing the finest freshly

made confections in Historic Folsom.

Thank you Folsom for your support.

Come Visit Us or Shop Online!

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and Chocolate Factory

731 Sutter Street, Historic Folsom

916-985-0620

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ITALIAN

Hisui Sushi 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. Lunch Special: All

You Can Eat Sushi. It has proven an

unmatched offering enthusiastically

received by our customers.

Hisui Sushi

25004 Blue Ravine Rd., #107

Folsom

916-985-7778

hisuisushi.com

At Visconti’s Ristorante, we’re honored

to cook for you as we cook for our own

family and we are proud to use only

the freshest ingredients and imported

meat, cheese, and wine. We welcome

you and look forward to serving you!


2700 E. Bidwell St., Ste. 700

Folsom

916-983-5181

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PIZZA

At Mario’s Early Toast, we use only

the best wholesome ingredients with

the freshest local food and produce

available. We specialize in breakfast,

brunch, and lunch entrées and serve

up some of the finest mimosas in town.

With five locations to serve you, we

cannot wait to welcome you in!

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6693 Folsom Auburn Rd., Folsom

8425 Sierra College Blvd., Roseville

1950 Douglas Blvd., Roseville

4460 Rocklin Rd., Rocklin

3375 Bass Lake Rd., Ste. 100, EDH

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late-night cravings, open till 10pm

every night. Serving our amazing

community since 2015—come taste

why we’ve been voted best pizza

and sports bar.

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4079 Cameron Park Drive

Cameron Park

530-677-5205

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garden materials and supplies),

Sixth-grade students help

to collaborate on a $10,000

grant application for

Project Green

holding fundraisers to support

garden programs, collaborating

with local master gardeners and

science teachers to develop garden

curriculum, and guiding and training

garden coordinators and volunteers.

For more information, including

ways you can donate or volunteer,

visit projectgreencommunity.org.

What made you want to become a volunteer for

Project Green? As an El Dorado Hills resident and

Rescue Union School District parent, I’ve seen the

value that school gardens bring to students. Entering

the elementary school system during the pandemic,

there was uncertainty for all—a need to expand

the classroom beyond its four walls and spend time

outdoors whenever possible. Gardens provide a

safe, nurturing environment for children to build

peer relationships, develop creativity, and engage in

the care and responsibility a garden requires.

What do your volunteer duties entail? As the

finance chairperson, I’m responsible for managing

the monetary side of the nonprofit: overseeing the

budget, tracking expenses and income, ensuring

funds are allocated appropriately, and maintaining

accurate financial records, among other duties. As a

garden instructor, I lead classes in a variety of handson

activities (planting, watering, maintaining garden

beds, composting, harvesting, etc.).

Is there training required? No! All you need is

an open mind and heart. It’s a very hands-on

experience, and you quickly realize that the children

are excited to be there, eager to learn, and full of

energy. Their enthusiasm is contagious, and it makes

the experience enjoyable and rewarding without the

need for any formal training. Just being present and

ready to guide them through the garden is all that’s

needed to make a positive impact.

What’s the time commitment? As a weekly garden

volunteer, I spend about an hour each session

teaching a class and guiding students through

different garden-related activities.

What’s been the best day of volunteering so far?

The best days are when the kids get to try the fruits

and vegetables they've grown. There’s always such

a buzz of excitement when they taste the produce

they've nurtured from seed to harvest. It's rewarding

to see their pride and enthusiasm as they enjoy the

literal fruits of their labor, and it makes all the hard

work feel even more special.

What’s one of the biggest challenges? Keeping up

with the increasing demand from schools who want

to be part of the program while also being able to

fund their needs with the appropriate resources,

tools, materials, and support.

Volunteer and garden photos by Geanina Watts. Classroom photo courtesy of Project Green.


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