Mimi Escabar

Placerville

Features Editor at Mountain Democrat

Mimi Escabar is the Features Editor at the Mountain Democrat newspaper in Placerville, CA.

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Farm to fudge business is a sweet success

3 days ago | mtdemocrat.com | Mimi Escabar

“Candy is my life.” — Seana HartsellFudge Factory Farm is the winner of the 2025 Agricultural Business of the Year. Seana Hartsell, owner, accepted the certificate of appreciation for her support of El Dorado County agriculture at the 27th annual Agriculture Roundtable Dinner.
Amador festival is a fiery celebration of food, wine and community

1 month ago | mtdemocrat.com | Mimi Escabar

PLYMOUTH — Where open-fire cooking meets world-class winemaking, the Amador Four Fires Festival returns on Saturday, May 3 for an unforgettable afternoon celebrating the legendary wine regions of France’s Rhône Valley, Italy, Spain and Heritage California.
Get a ticket to wine paradise

1 month ago | mtdemocrat.com | Mimi Escabar

Growing wines at higher elevations was a unique concept in the early days of the California wine industry but pioneering viticulturists in El Dorado County took some bold steps and planted grape vines in the granitic and volcanic soils at elevations ranging from 1,200 to 3,500 feet. The diverse range of micro-climates and varying terroir provides the perfect place to grow grapes for El Dorado County vintners to create their extraordinary wines.
Celebrate 24 years of viticulture

2 months ago | mtdemocrat.com | Mimi Escabar

The Fair Play area wineries are celebrating the 24th anniversary of the Fair Play American Viticultural Area on March 29 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. All participating wineries will be pouring complimentary tastings to toast the occasion. The Fair Play AVA was designated due to the unique properties in south El Dorado County. An AVA is a unique grape-growing region with specific geographic or climatic features that distinguish it from the surrounding regions and affect how grapes are grown.
Between the covers: 'Stay, Girl' is a heart-warming story

2 months ago | mtdemocrat.com | Mimi Escabar

Book: “Stay, Girl”Author: Angelica R. JacksonPublished: 2024 by Crow and Pitcher Press, paperback, eBook, 280 pagesShingle Springs author Angelica R. Jackson’s latest book “Stay, Girl” is a charming tale of a young girl and dog. Both have trust issues and have suffered abuse and neglect. They travel different roads but end up in a caring situation that fosters a bright future.
It’s all about the voice

2 months ago | mtdemocrat.com | Mimi Escabar

Backtrack Vocals, a versatile vocal band from New York City, performed at El Dorado County Community Concert Association’s fourth concert of its 2024-25 season and also made an appearance for the students at Union Mine High School. The group known for a diverse a cappella repertoire of Top 40 hits, Motown, Broadway, classical and original music captivated the student audience with beatboxing, vocal improv and pop vocal techniques.
See what happens Behind the Cellar Door

2 months ago | mtdemocrat.com | Mimi Escabar

Enjoy drinking wine and trying different varietals and blends, then Amador Vintners has the perfect event to expand upon that enjoyment — Behind the Cellar Door. This is more than just tasting, it is a learning experience taking place where all the winemaking action happens on Saturday, March 22 and Sunday, March 23 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day in Amador County.
A St. Patty’s Day drink to bring luck

2 months ago | mtdemocrat.com | Mimi Escabar

Forget the green beer and have a fun cocktail to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Marielle Toma, mixologist at The Independent Bar and Restaurant in Placerville, has created a beautiful and tasty drink to toast the Emerald Isle — the Smoking Shamrock. This concoction has a slight smokey taste with a hint of citrus and the glitter of gold.
Love is waiting in south county

Feb 12, 2025 | mtdemocrat.com | Mimi Escabar

The wineries of Omo Ranch Road in southern El Dorado County are planning an exciting day of wine, food, chocolate, music and more on Saturday, Feb. 15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.Amore on Omo presented by Open on Omo features four wineries serving free specialty food bites, wine drinks and wine samples. There will be additional wine tasting flights available for a charge and discounts on all wine purchases.
'A great day in El Dorado County' - Chamber celebrates glittering community members and businesses

Feb 7, 2025 | mtdemocrat.com | Mimi Escabar

The well-attended 100th annual El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce Awards and Installation Dinner honored the many accomplishments made, not only by the business community, but the chamber itself. It was a night of glitter and glitz, camaraderie and community on Jan. 30. A night where business and community leaders caught up with old friends, cemented relationships with new and celebrated the many successes of their contemporaries.