tag:www.stylemg.com,2005:/categories/travelTravel | Style Magazine Community, Dining, Home Design, Shopping, Local Events2024-03-12T10:45:31-07:00urn:uuid:ee484f2d-9646-4a7b-bf88-0ad913307d622024-02-29T17:36:10-08:002024-03-12T10:45:31-07:00This Month In Style: March 20242024-02-29 17:36:09 -0800StyleIn our feature, “Eating the Alphabet” (page 60), read about the region’s most delectable fruit- and veggie-forward dishes—from A (“apple” cider donuts) to Z (fried “zucchini” wedges), and every letter in between; then turn to page 18 for a roundup of beautiful, bountiful farms whose owners are committed to caring for our land and cultivating quality goods, from award-winning goat cheese to sun-ripened raspberries.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.stylemg.com">Style Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:20893a89-8538-41dd-a8d6-80057e11cd7d2024-01-29T13:24:52-08:002024-03-12T10:45:31-07:00This Month In Style: February 20242024-01-29 13:24:52 -0800StyleWhile editing this month’s feature, “Our Favorite Things,” I couldn’t stop myself from singing “raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens; bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens…” You get my (Sound of Music) drift. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.stylemg.com">Style Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:b1d79455-7678-446e-bf5f-90862d2bb21c2023-12-29T17:18:39-08:002024-03-12T10:45:31-07:00This Month In Style: January 20242023-12-29 17:18:38 -0800StyleThose who know me well, know I’m the queen of quotes. Maybe it’s my inner philosopher or because I’m a word nerd, but I love their power to provide comfort, clarity, and comedic relief. My current coffee table book is even called Quotable; and, yes, it’s filled with—you guessed it(!)—smart sayings and wise, witty words from poignant people like the Buddha and Benjamin Franklin.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.stylemg.com">Style Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:9ae7486c-e51f-41ec-ae19-0be8beb1e7ea2023-12-29T15:20:34-08:002023-12-29T17:19:11-08:00Happy Oregon Trails: Mt. Hood & the Columbia River Gorge2023-12-29 15:20:33 -0800StyleWhat’s your idea of a dream vacation? For me, it’s exploring a destination I’ve never been to before—preferably an under-the-radar, slower-paced spot brimming with beauty and bountiful culinary experiences (beer drinking, vino tasting, spirit sipping, fruit picking, mushroom foraging, farm-to-table feasting, and cow milking, oh my!).<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.stylemg.com">Style Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:315e45fa-c7a0-482d-a606-e6106ec703b52023-12-07T11:21:28-08:002024-03-12T10:45:31-07:00Travel in STYLE: Winter Escape to Amador County2023-12-01 11:21:21 -0800StyleThe smell of fresh balsam and cinnamon, festive lights, and delightful holiday décor line the streets, transforming Amador County towns into a picturesque holiday escape. Whether you escape for the day, night, or a lengthy stay, this corner of California has something for everyone.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.stylemg.com">Style Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:c0aa2aa2-0f1e-4e43-a5c7-d03be83f4abd2023-11-30T19:25:00-08:002024-03-12T10:45:31-07:00This Month In Style: December 20232023-11-30 19:25:00 -0800StyleIt’s an extra special, very merry month around here. There’s Christmas, of course, but it’s also my birthday (December 26!) and—most importantly—the 20th anniversary of STYLE: the region’s largest, most widely circulated glossy print lifestyle magazine. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.stylemg.com">Style Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:c3ade324-5955-4f09-b5f2-e3d08d9421642023-11-30T14:48:21-08:002023-11-30T14:48:21-08:00Ask the Expert: How Far in Advance Should I Plan a Vacation?2023-11-30 14:48:20 -0800StyleOn average, it's advisable to start planning a trip with an agency at least 3-6 months in advance to secure the best options and allow for flexibility.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.stylemg.com">Style Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:a8b1222a-66f3-4a52-be99-1c971a96e32f2023-10-26T15:34:39-07:002024-03-12T10:45:31-07:00This Month In Style: November 20232023-10-26 15:34:39 -0700StyleAs someone who enjoys cooking—and the economical, health, and therapeutic benefits that come with it—dining out is a real rarity. It’s also a real treat, particularly for my two future foodies who think restaurants are (almost) as cool as Christmas. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.stylemg.com">Style Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:71a7ba82-df1d-4727-b62d-1fe08a347e562023-10-25T12:49:46-07:002023-10-30T15:46:16-07:00Go Down In History: Old Spaces, New Places2023-10-25 12:49:45 -0700StyleBuildings dating back to the Gold Rush dot our local landscape, and many of them are still used today. Ever enjoyed a meal or perused a shop in an old building and wondered about its past life? Here’s a then-and-now glimpse at 10 historic buildings.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.stylemg.com">Style Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:5e9994a7-9d8c-4e76-984a-483344b7b5982023-10-04T08:48:39-07:002024-03-12T10:45:31-07:00This Month In Style: October 20232023-10-04 08:48:38 -0700StyleIf you, too, prefer springing for “things” that leave you feeling or looking better and from deserving mom-and-pop spots, then turn to our “Readers’ Choice Awards” (page 51), where you’ll find the region’s “best” people and places—according to the thousands of loyal readers who voted—in every category under the sun, from sushi and steakhouses to salons, swim schools, med spas, and more. Next time you need a haircut, home remodeler, handyman, or new happy hour hangout, why not give one of this year’s winners a whirl? <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.stylemg.com">Style Magazine</a></small></p>