Style Magazine - January 2023
I’ll forever be a café connoisseur. From the coffee (of course!) to the décor, and the people to the pastries, I have incredibly specific standards. Walking in, I want the ambiance to be lively but not too loud; music is a must, as are ample outlets and infinite nooks and crannies to cozy up at. Bonus points if they make their own baked goods, have strong Wi-Fi (and even stronger coffee), and stay open late. I won’t disclose my favorites, but I will say they’re all mentioned in this month’s feature, “Cool Beans,” where contributor Sharon Penny writes about our region’s robust coffee culture. Read her roundup of the top spots and what makes each one buzzworthy—be it a primo patio, house-made syrups, or sustainably sourced beans— starting on page 62. In true new year’s fashion, we also have plenty of healthy living content—both physical and mental—this month. Turn to “Get Fit” on page 20 to learn about three elite athletes who live locally, including a skilled cyclist, an Ironman (who was told he’d never run again after a debilitating auto accident), and a young soccer star. Their words of well-being wisdom and stories of stamina are sure to inspire. Finally, in “Clear the Cutter” on page 56, area experts tell us their top tips for “living a life you love to come home to, knowing where all your stuff is, and lessening the load of what’s no longer serving you.” As someone who lives in a small space with small kiddos (who make big, BIG messes), I can honestly say that having an organized home does indeed create a calming, less chaotic environment; and, like coffee, makes everything better. Cheers! —Megan megan@stylemg.com
I’ll forever be a café connoisseur. From the coffee (of course!) to the décor, and the people to the pastries, I have incredibly specific standards. Walking in, I want the ambiance to be lively but not too loud; music is a must, as are ample outlets and infinite nooks and crannies to cozy up at. Bonus points if they make their own baked goods, have strong Wi-Fi (and even stronger coffee), and stay open late. I won’t disclose my favorites, but I will say they’re all mentioned in this month’s feature, “Cool Beans,” where contributor Sharon Penny writes about our region’s robust coffee culture. Read her roundup of the top spots and what makes each one buzzworthy—be it a primo patio, house-made syrups, or sustainably sourced beans— starting on page 62.
In true new year’s fashion, we also have plenty of healthy living content—both physical and mental—this month. Turn to “Get Fit” on page 20 to learn about three elite athletes who live locally, including a skilled cyclist, an Ironman (who was told he’d never run again after a debilitating auto accident), and a young soccer star. Their words of well-being wisdom and stories of stamina are sure to inspire.
Finally, in “Clear the Cutter” on page 56, area experts tell us their top tips for “living a life you love to come home to, knowing where all your stuff is, and lessening the load of what’s no longer serving you.” As someone who lives in a small space with small kiddos (who make big, BIG messes), I can honestly say that having an organized home does indeed create a calming, less chaotic environment; and, like coffee, makes everything better. Cheers!
—Megan
megan@stylemg.com
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NEW YEAR, NEW YOU CHECKLIST<br />
Learn Here<br />
Steve Wallen Swim<br />
School, 1230 Glenhaven<br />
Court, Suite 100, El Dorado<br />
Hills, 916-939-7075; 10608<br />
Industrial Avenue, Suite 150,<br />
Roseville, 916-794-7977,<br />
wallenswim.com<br />
5<br />
GET YOUR<br />
GUARD UP<br />
No matter your strength,<br />
learning self-defense provides<br />
you with the necessary skills<br />
and knowledge to fight off<br />
unwanted attacks. Plus it<br />
imparts important values and<br />
principles, such as hard work,<br />
dedication, and perseverance.<br />
Learn Here<br />
THE STUDIO Martial Arts<br />
& Fitness, 8200 Sierra<br />
College Boulevard, Suite D,<br />
Roseville, 916-258-5425,<br />
trainatthestudio.com<br />
6<br />
TAKE FLIGHT<br />
A goal not for the faint<br />
of heart but for those looking<br />
for a bit of a thrill, flying<br />
teaches attention to detail<br />
and critical thinking and is<br />
available to all skill levels.<br />
Learn Here<br />
Adventure Flight,<br />
1878 Flightline Drive,<br />
Lincoln, 866-644-4072,<br />
adventureflight.net<br />
7<br />
SAY YES TO<br />
YOGA<br />
If your life is constantly on<br />
speed dial, it may be the<br />
prime time to press pause and<br />
pull out your mat. Yoga is<br />
an excellent exercise for<br />
calming your mind,<br />
building strength, and<br />
literally learning how to “go<br />
with the flow.”<br />
Learn Here<br />
Serenity Spa | Soul<br />
Yoga, 350 Palladio Parkway,<br />
Suite 1975, Folsom, 916-<br />
542-7363; 3984 Douglas<br />
Boulevard, Suite 150,<br />
Roseville, 916-797-8550,<br />
serenityspaonline.com<br />
8<br />
COOK UP A<br />
STORM<br />
Whether you need to start<br />
from scratch with the<br />
basics or hone your skills,<br />
there's always something to<br />
learn in a cooking class. It<br />
may be a new-to-you<br />
technique or dish, but<br />
either way, your loved ones<br />
will surely thank you.<br />
Learn Here<br />
Murer House & Learning<br />
Center, 1125 Joe Murer<br />
Court, Folsom, 916-413-9231,<br />
murerhouse.org<br />
9<br />
LET’S DANCE<br />
Regardless if you want<br />
to learn for fun or a special<br />
occasion, dancing—whether<br />
solo, with friends, or a<br />
partner—teaches you a<br />
variety of skills and brings<br />
plenty of joy and laughter.<br />
Learn Here<br />
Arthur Murray Dance<br />
Centers, 220 Blue<br />
Ravine Road, Suite 100,<br />
Folsom, 916-895-5600,<br />
arthurmurrayfolsom.<br />
com; 4770 Rocklin Road,<br />
Rocklin, 916-655-7733,<br />
arthurmurrayrocklin.com<br />
10<br />
A HEART FOR<br />
ART<br />
With a variety of mediums,<br />
taking up art offers ample<br />
options for you to explore.<br />
Whichever you choose—<br />
watercolor, photography,<br />
ceramics—make sure to<br />
think outside the box and<br />
put your own stamp on it.<br />
Learn Here<br />
Placerville Arts<br />
Association, locations vary,<br />
placervillearts.com<br />
Photos courtesy of their respective companies or organizations.<br />
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