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Contents March 2015 features 82 / Leading Ladies

Meet five accomplished and stylish Naples-area women, chosen by readers in an online vote, to shine in the glamorous spotlight

By Kat Smith

88 / A Cabinet of Curiosities Terry and Bob Edwards host a dinner party for fellow art enthusiasts that includes a visual feast and a celebration of natural wonders

By Liza Grant Smith

96 / From Runway to Reality Top fashion trends for spring, and how to bring them home to Naples

By Katherine Lande

102 / Matchmakers

Successful wine and food pairings are pure magic; 10 local culinary experts share their inspired choices

110 / Style at Sea

Sophisticated nautical looks get their moment in the sun Photography by Gabor Jurina

120 / Turning Tables

Whether you’re planning a spring picnic, a beachside gathering or anything in between, consider these fresh ideas to entertain by theme

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departments 24 / From the Publisher 26 / From the Editor 30 / NaplesIllustrated.com

Sailing local waters; meet Jeremy Wade of Animal Planet’s River Monsters; get inspired by our spring flowers Pinterest Board; pineapple recipes to celebrate the fruit’s peak season

36 / In Focus

The 2015 Naples Winter Wine Festival; grand opening party for The Eleanor and Nicholas Chabraja Visitor Center at Naples Botanical Garden; ninth annual Make-A-Wish Southern Florida Wishmaker’s Ball; Harmon-Meek Gallery’s Visionaries of the Visual Arts Award and Benefit Dinner

47 / Insider

Cesar Millan, coming to Artis—Naples, talks canine connection; a Q&A with double Tony Award winner Norbert Leo Butz, star of Gulfshore Playhouse’s upcoming gala; Naples Beach Homes: Cottages, Castles, And The Families That Built Them, an artful coffee table book honors Naples’ past and present

55 / Style

Make a statement this spring with nautical chic

By Katherine Lande

58 / Tastemakers

Renowned interior designer Thomas Jayne, featured speaker at the Trinity-by-the-Cove Archangel Fund’s Fine Art of Living Series, explains how his work fuses history with modern elements

60 / Vanity

Our pick of products that deliver lush, silky locks

62 / Treasure

Watch this—covetable timepieces that are dazzling works of art

By Mary Murray

64 / Finds

Shades of green are fresh for spring

67 / Escape

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72 72 / Weekender

The luxurious Four Seasons Resort Orlando ups the ante on Disney magic for kids and grownups alike

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74 / High Road

The stylish 2015 Cadillac Escalade ESV, all new from the tires up, is a joy to drive

By Howard Walker

127 / Taste

Lighten up with Bha! Bha! Persian Bistro’s spinach salad; Chef Charles Mereday puts his kitchen prowess to work to benefit the Children’s Advocacy Center; Thistle Lodge’s new wine room and private label vino on Sanibel Island; and our curated dining guide

140 / Pour

Mix better cocktails with an array of bitters, from classic to artisanal

By Mark Spivak

150 / Wealth

A look at South Florida real estate; alternative investments; investing in art; and strategies for preserving and transferring wealth

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By Judy Martel

163 / Balance

Avocados are not just delicious, they are packed with heart-healthy and other beneficial nutrients; Naples’ many running path options; must-have products for runners

193 / Agenda

Discover great art in a wide range of media at the 27th Annual Downtown Naples Festival of the Arts, and other cultural happenings this month

218 / Seen

Highlights from Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary’s 60th Jubilee, Naples Equestrian Challenge Bootstrap Boogie Barn Dance, the annual NAMI of Collier County luncheon, and more

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224 / Giving Back

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As I sit out in my backyard on a beautiful 73-degree day with gorgeous flowers blooming all around, my dogs lounging by my side, I have to admit I am feeling fortunate as I write this letter. I received a call that PBMG just welcomed another family member. Shalyn Ormsby, our advertising services manager, and her husband, Uri, have just been blessed with their second son. Welcome Zachary John! I never tire of hearing such joyful news, and I revel in the fact that our company embraces all of our personal joys and accomplishments.

Speaking of accomplishments, I want to commend the Naples Children & Education Foundation for yet another tremendously successful Naples Winter Wine Festival.

It raised more than $13.5 million for the underprivileged and at-risk children of Collier County. I am still awed by the extent of volunteerism that comes from our local residents. It takes droves of people to pull off this event, which stretches over a four-day period in January. Salut! To all of you!

During the festival, Editor in Chief Teri Evans and I had the privilege to be guests at a vintner dinner in the home of Terry and Bob Edwards, co-hosted by Susie and David McCurry. The over-the-top cabaret-themed dinner featured Il Borro wines from the vineyards of Salvatore Ferragamo, (Tuscany) and Foley Family Wines (Napa Valley), exquisite food by Chef Ryan Hardy of Carlie Bird Restaurant, New York, and eye-stopping decor by Posh Petals. We had the pleasure of getting to know many of the attendees over the weekend and made quite a few new friends. There are many vineyards to visit and wines to try in our future.

Some say that the Naples Winter Wine Festival sets the business tone for the year to come in Naples, and if that is true, stock your shelves, hang on and prepare for a wild ride!

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As the seasons change, there’s no mistaking they are a reminder of the passage of time. This month our wake-up call is spring, and many of us will make a point to clean house, literally and figuratively, to make room for something new.

In this Style issue, you’ll find plenty of fresh ideas to get started. Headed for the closet first? We break down the season’s top fashion trends, including big, bold earrings, platform (and flatform) shoes, graphic floral prints, and even a throwback to suede. Turn to page 96 for the full story, as well as how to take the trends from “Runway to Reality” in your Naples wardrobe.

It’s a perfect time to experiment and maybe even hone your personal sense of style.

In the spirit of spring renewal we also added a twist to our annual “Leading Ladies” feature; this year, it is readers’ choice!

We turned to our community to nominate, and then vote for, the Naples-area women who have an ideal mix of style and substance.

Find out who our readers selected by turning to page 82 for “Leading Ladies.” You’ll find that these five savvy women shine on the inside just as brightly as they do on our pages— and this year they are in head-to-toe glamour.

When you read their stories, and what they do to give back to our community in their unique ways, it might just inspire you to get involved around town—or finally start that passion project you’ve been unwittingly putting off.

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Serves 4 Skewer ingredients ¾ pound large Gulf shrimp, deveined and peeled 1 pineapple, cut into 1-inch chucks (reserve juice for marinade) 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces Marinade ingredients 2 tbs. olive oil 2 tbs. pineapple juice (reserved from pineapple) 2 tbs. lime juice 2 cloves of garlic, minced 1 tsp. lime zest Salt and crushed red pepper to taste In a medium bowl, combine marinade ingredients.

Add shrimp, pineapple, bell pepper and onion, lightly stirring to coat. Cover and refrigerate 15 to 30 minutes, stirring to recoat halfway through.

On skewers, place shrimp, pineapple, onion and pepper, leaving a small gap between each; there should be enough to make four 14-inch kabobs.

Heat grill, and brush oil on rack to prevent the shrimp from sticking.

Place kabobs on the grill, over medium heat, and cover. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, turning kabobs and brushing with marinade once. Remove kabobs from grill when shrimp are pink and vegetables are tender.

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3. Indulge your fascination with dinosaurs at the Naples Botanical Garden when “Unearthed: Dinosaurs in the Garden,” opens March 15. As if from a scene out of Jurassic Park, 10 animatronic dinosaurs will take over the garden, certain to illicit plenty of oohs and ahs from its visitors. Learn more about what it took to create the exhibition at naplesillustrated.com/dino

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HARMON-MEEK GALLERY FUND AT SWFL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION What: Visionaries of the Visual Arts Award and Benefit Dinner Who: Co-chairs Kristine Meek and Juliana Meek; honorees Mary Wasmer, Ray Staffeldt, and Richard Tooke; and guests Where: Naples Sailing & Yacht Club

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Insider Q&A

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Leading the Pack Cesar Millan was 21 when he left Mexico to seek a better life in the United States. He began walking and grooming dogs, and his uncanny talent of walking up to 40 unleashed dogs earned him the nickname “The Dog Whisperer.” In 1999, Millan founded his first Dog Psychology Center, which has expanded to a 45-acre facility in Santa Clarita, California, and a smaller location in Fort Lauderdale. While his first TV show, National Geographic Channel’s The Dog Whisperer, propelled Millan into international fame, his consistent successes with even the most challenging dogs keep him in the spotlight. Currently, Millan appears on Nat Geo WILD Channel’s Cesar 911. Catch Millan in his element as he shares training techniques,

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complete with demonstrations, at Artis—Naples (artisnaples.org) March 30. —Emily Wilson NI: What inspired your work in dog rehab?

Millan: The necessity. I’m an immigrant, and when I came [to the United States], I noticed that the country had dog training, but it didn’t have rehabilitation or training for humans. I thought I could provide a service that Americans needed. They were really good at training dogs, but they were not really good at fulfilling dogs. When a dog is not fulfilled, he develops issues.

What was missing?

They were skipping the basics of what makes a dog behave normally. They don’t have the most

important piece of the puzzle, which is how to make the dog happy. They think, “I want my dog to listen to me.” But the dog is thinking, “I want my human to listen to me.” So, [the ability to listen to your dog] is the part that’s always missing.

Also, a person’s energy is important. For example, when a dog is aggressive with its owner, and then I grab the leash and the dog is no longer aggressive, they can see that it’s not the dog. Most people are afraid, anxious, excited, tense or insecure. If nobody makes you aware that this is what you are projecting, you will never know to change it.

Any advice for an aspiring dog rehabilitator?

Dogs are not students, they’re teachers. You can learn from every single dog. And what makes you a really good rehabilitator is being able to know what he’s saying. You have to know how to make a dog stable in any situation.

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Insider Actor-singer Norbert Leo Butz sounds cool and relaxed, even though he has just minutes to spare while hustling to catch a flight to L.A. to promote his Netflix drama, Bloodline, debuting this month. Butz, who has two Tony Awards to his credit for lead roles in the musicals Dirty Rotten Scoundrels and Catch Me if You Can, is on what he calls “a mini-FLA concert tour.” He’ll bring his musical talent to Naples for the fifth annual Bubbles, Baubles and Broadway Gala to benefit Gulfshore Playhouse March 9 at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club. In this interview, the talented performer shares news about his upcoming projects and visits to the Sunshine State. (gulfshoreplayhouse.org) —Kat Smith

NI: What led to your performance for Gulfshore Playhouse?

Butz: I’ve been dabbling around Florida a lot in the last year or so. I’ve been living in the Keys, working on the first season of Bloodline, which shoots in Islamorada.

My music director, Mike Moritz, and I, were asked to do a concert in Orlando about a year and a half ago, and it went well. They asked us back, and then we had a call from another theater in Fort Lauderdale. Then somebody in Naples got word. I really love going into these smaller, more intimate venues. I’m getting asked to do more and more of those.

Why did you decide to pursue the stage over songwriting?

The stage work just started coming in. I moved to New York in 1996, and fate just put me in this huge hit Broadway show, Rent. That got me an agent and noticed in New York, and that led to other offers in musical theater. I was starting my family, and acting was where the work was coming from. I have three daughters, so gigging out in clubs, lugging equipment around, and staying up late at night writing rock and roll songs—that all kind of goes by the wayside very quickly.

What are you working on now?

I’ve just completed preproduction on a solo record that I’m writing myself. I’m recording about 13 original songs. The sounds will be rooted in American traditions.

I’m from St. Louis, a famous blues town, so I’ve just always loved blues and soul. My dad has a large farm a couple of hours from St. Louis so a lot of country influences started coming through. When I was shooting in the Keys, I had a lot of nights alone and I started writing again and remembered what it was like to be a songwriter.

Having acted in TV, film and stage roles, what is your preference?

I’m a pretty impatient person. When I’m on a TV shoot for a long time, I can’t wait to get on stage, and when I’m in a long run of a play, I think, what I wouldn’t give to be on a film set. No matter the medium, if the writing and the story are good, and your collaborators are excellent, that’s the job you want. It’s really about the material.

Doug Olsen, Millie Olsen and Philip Douglas with Eva

Pet Champions

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Double Time When a young Doug Olsen landed a job with Perry Ellis and got his first apartment in New York City, he got Lola, a Lhasa Apso, before he had even one piece of furniture.

An enduring love for animals in need is one passion he and Philip Douglas share, and their devotion has culminated in the couple being honored this month with the Jim DellasCheryl Deering Animaltarian Award, presented by the Humane Society Naples to individuals who have worked to significantly improve the lives of animals.

Once the pair moved to Naples, it wasn’t long before they started visiting the HSN and rescued Lily, a Cairn terrier with a hard luck story and their first dog from the Naples shelter. During a Society fundraiser in 2001, they realized they wanted to make a meaningful, positive difference for neglected and homeless pets. They donated time, goods and beauty expertise to numerous HSN fundraisers. “We found a cause that really mattered,” says Olsen. “No-kill shelters that really are for animals’ welfare and not just a processing factory are rare.”

Adds Douglas, “We are motivated to help because animals can’t take care of themselves. They depend on us. And they give back so much.”

Four years ago, they took over as chairs of the annual HSN tea and fashion show, turning it into a fabulous, mustattend party. While the theme changed annually, Douglas and Olsen co-hosted each year’s tea with their beloved Chihuahua, Eva, a tiny dog with a giant personality, who sadly passed away in January. “From the first, we also felt it was a good way for Eva to give back, too; she was a rescue herself,” Olsen says. “She won the dog lottery, with our adopting her, but that was not enough. We wanted more pets to have the opportunity she had.” Honors will be bestowed on Philip Douglas and Doug Olsen at the Humane Society’s Fifteenth Annual Pet Lovers Gala March 13 at the Naples Botanical Garden. (hsnaples.org) —K.S.

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Marching Orders Irish eyes are not the only ones that will be smiling as the thirty-ninth

annual Naples St. Patrick’s Day parade steps off March 14. The parade travels along Third Street South to Fifth

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Take a trip down memory lane with the new coffee table book, Naples Beach Homes: Cottages, Castles, And The Families That Built Them, authored by Naples residents Robert and Carole Leher. The beautifully illustrated tome is a visual tour of past and present that showcases the historic cottages and the modern mansions that line Naples Beach, along with the personal stories of the families who live in them. The book includes stunning photographs of the homes interspersed with original artwork by Naples artist Paul Arsenault. Meet the Lehers at a lecture and book signing on March 20 as part of the Naples Historical Society’s Garden Side Chickee Chats. The book can be ordered at Naples Historical Society’s Historic Palm Cottage (admission will be deducted from the book price) or online at napleshistoricalsociety.org. All net proceeds from book sales will be donated to the Naples Historical Society. —Teri Evans

Ring Leader

Since retiring from sport, boxing legend Sugar Ray Leonard has served as an analyst on major networks and appeared on TV shows, including Dancing With the Stars. He also gives time and effort to the Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation, which supports education, health care and job training. Leonard, who joined the Boys & Girls Club when he was seven, will speak at the Boys & Girls Club of Collier County third annual Youth of the Year Celebration. “To be successful you must have a plan, dream, make good choices, have the right people in your corner and feel very passionate about what you do,” he says. Youth of the Year is the nonprofit’s primary recognition program to foster character, personal growth and leadership qualities. The Collier County Youth of the Year Celebration, March 2 at Artis—Naples, honors nominees aged 14 to 18. The local Youth of the Year will be recognized at the event. Each club’s Youth of the Year has the chance to compete nationwide, and the overall winner receives up to $50,000 in college scholarships and installment by the President of the United States. (bgccc.com, 239-325-1718) —K.S. 50 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED

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Blast from the Past

Take a trip back through time and immerse yourself in Florida’s rich story at the annual Old Florida Festival at the Collier County Museum March 7 and 8. A fascinating spectacle, the festival marks its twenty-sixth year of bringing to life the diverse people in the state’s history. With historical reenactments and costumed actors, visitors witness highlights of more than 10 centuries in Southwest Florida. Guests can interact with Civil War soldiers, cowboys and Calusa and Seminole Indians while taking a peek at British encampments and Spanish beach forts. “Most people think of Florida as flat, with pink flamingos and Disney World,” says Timothy England, manager of the Marco Island Historical Museum. “This festival is our chance to show everyone that there’s so much more to this state. We sneak some learning into the fun. You can talk to the actors, who stay in character, and you can really get a feel for the time they’re reflecting.” This year, kids will be treated to a pirate’s treasure hunt, while demonstrations by the festival’s blacksmiths, soap-makers and tanners will be available all day. Kettle corn and old-fashioned candy add a sweet note to the event. (oldfloridafestival.com, 239-252-8476) —Anna Bjorlin

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Karl Lagerfield made a statement—several, actually—for Spring/ Summer 2015 through Chanel pieces like these Plexiglas and pearl clutches: Oser Sans Poser ($9,700) translates to “Dare Without Posing,” while Votez Coco ($11,800) means “Vote Coco.” Raise your own voice in Naples with fashionable looks, starting on the next page, that clearly say: nautical chic.

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Style UNDER THE SEA

Coral, pearl and oceaninspired accessories look fresh for spring

The Black Pearl Blackened gold ring, black Tahitian South Sea pearl, yellow Indonesian South Sea pearl, and diamonds ($7,990), Suel, Betteridge, betteridge.com

Pirate’s Gold Russian gold nautical chain bracelet ($295), Oscar de la Renta, Marissa Collections, Naples

buried treasure Gold coral necklace ($1,395), Giuseppe Zanotti Design, giuseppezanotti design.com

making waves Snow Cap multicrystal minaudière ($3,995), Judith Leiber, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples

Valentino Spring 2015 An embroidered seascape and sailing ship motif showcases a mix of life both above and below the sea fish scales Python and motherof-pearl heel ($850), Alexandre Birman, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples

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Whale’s tale Acrylic glitter whale clutch ($1,295), Edie Parker, Marissa Collections, Naples

sea legs Black calf leather Abyss Angle gladiator sandal with mat gold-finished metal elements ($1,245), Valentino, Marissa Collections, Naples shell shocked Wicker clamshell cross-body chain handbag ($298), Kate Spade, Naples

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Ancient, Meet Modern WHO: Thomas Jayne, award-winning interior designer CORNERSTONE: A connection to history and place as well as objects linked with them incorporated in modern spaces BACKGROUND: Degrees in architecture, art history, and American Material Culture, fellowships in the Metropolitan Museum of Art and J. Paul Getty Museum, among others THE WRITE STUFF: Author of books and blogs on historical themes in art, architecture and decoration

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NI: Explain your slogan “Decoration—Ancient and Modern.”

Jayne: For a room to be successful it has to have a sense of history, but also be part of the present. Many times we incorporate things that are established, or classic ideas, with things that are progressive and modern. I think that makes for dynamic tension and an interesting space.

What design approach do you use for projects in Naples and the surrounding areas?

I’m always conscious of comfort, because most people, by the time they get to Southwest Florida, are not interested in living in a formal way. Also, the light is very beautiful, and that predicates using color, and the indoor-outdoor nature of the decoration.

It’s really important in Florida to instill a sense of personality and/or history because so much of the construction is new, and people fall into the tropical archetype. I still want to use a subtropical or tropical vocabulary, but we try to make it unique to the client.

What do you prize most in your own homes?

I have a very beautiful draw-

ing of my mother by artist Philip Guston, and that would be hard to replicate. I also have a very ugly bed that belonged to my great-grandparents that I’ve used all my life.

Given your love of history and place, what project would you like to take on?

I’m always interested in the White House.

Especially the public areas. They don’t reflect the way people live or how that house might be used. It would be interesting to, while maintaining its sense of history, bring it into the twenty-first century. I would add some works of art that were painted after 1920. There is very little art in the White House that is after that date. America has added so much to the history of art in that period. And I would add more comfortable furniture because right now it’s very upright and old-fashioned.

What projects are under way?

I’m starting a new book. My publisher doesn’t like the title, which right now is Decorating Advice. The publication date is 2016.

What is some of that advice?

Hire a decorator! More important than that is to make sure you take into account your own personality. There’s an existential honesty about being true to yourself that really carries through in interior decoration.

Meet Thomas Jayne at the Trinity-by-the-Cove Archangel Fund’s Fine Art of Living Series luncheon March 5 at a private club in Port Royal. The designer’s presentation will focus on the making of houses and rooms with stories, how they show personality, and how they relate to the community.

Jayne will also sign books at the event, the proceeds of which will benefit several Collier County charities focusing on physical health and development. (239-262-0353; fineartoflivingnaples.com)

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1. Bonne Nuit Lady Arpels Pont des Amoureux 38 mm Poetic Complication timepiece with dial of contre-jour enamel and gold sculpting with diamond bezel set in 18-karat white gold, price upon request. Van Cleef & Arpels, Naples (239-254-8845, vancleefarpels.com) 2. TickTock Aria watch with diamonds set in white gold with mother-of-pearl dial, $15,000.

De Beers, Naples (239-254-7989, debeers.com) 3. Dazzling Dial Extremely Piaget cuff watch with 1,699 brilliant-cut diamonds set in 18-karat white gold with natural blue opal dial, price upon request. (877-874-2438, piaget. com) 4. Finely Feathered Harry Winston Premier Feathers watch with 18-karat white gold case, dial with marquetry of purple and turquoise pheasant and peacock feathers, and satin strap with 18-karat white gold ardillon buckle set with diamonds, price upon request. Yamron Jewelers, Naples (239592-7707, yamron.com) 5. Queen Bee Cartier Le Cirque Animalier Bees Decor watch with 18-karat gold case with diamonds; two 18-karat gold bees with diamonds, black enamel stripes, emerald eyes; sapphire crystal; 18-karat gold dial with diamonds, translucent yellow champlevé enamel; steel with gold finish sword-shaped hands; and beige toile brossée powdered fabric strap, $180,000. Provident Jewelry, Naples (239-6497737, providentjewelry.com) 6. Perfect Plume Chanel Jewelry Montre Plume Enchantée watch with 162 brilliantcut diamonds and pink sapphires set in 18-karat white gold, price upon request. Select Chanel boutiques (chanel.com) 7. Time Flies Boucheron Ajourée Bouquet d’Ailes jewelry watch with diamonds, multicolored sapphires and amethysts set in white gold with pink mother-of-pearl dial and satin strap, price upon request. (us.boucheron.com)

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Retirement.

A full and rich life includes opportunities to enjoy a wide variety of experiences. And with construction well underway, future residents of The Arlington are looking forward to all of the cultural, educational, spiritual and social activities that will take center stage in our Cultural Arts Center. From musical performances, plays and dances, to ecumenical worship services and lifelong learning events, The Arlington’s Cultural Arts Center will offer a multitude of convenient opportunities to socialize, learn and enjoy the best of life.

It’s just one more reason you’ll dig retirement at The Arlington.

With rave reviews already flowing in and construction well underway, The Arlington will likely sell out long before opening day. Now is the time to learn more about all the opportunities available to you. Call or stop by today: (239) 206-2646.

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HOMEGROWN Southwest Florida artist Augusta Crane’s wide clay pitcher with calla lily ($125).

Naples Botanical Garden Store (239-325-1350, naplesgarden.org)

SKIN-SATIONAL German designer Acuckoomoment stingray leather clutch with fuchsia leather lining ($1,500). Marilyn’s Distinctive European Fashion, Naples (239-206-4460, marilynhellman.com)

TIPPING POINTS Zoya nail polish in Tilda, Stassi and Dillon ($9 each). Luxe Nail Lounge, Naples (239-261-5893, luxenailsofnaples.com)

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BIRD DOG BowhausNYC chartreuse Birdie collar ($225) and matching lead ($261). Pucci & Catana Luxury Pet Boutique, Naples (239263-9663, pucciandcatana.com)

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ali. The name alone evokes tranquility, wanderlust, excitement and romantic visions of an exotic land blessed with eternal natural beauty and time-honored culture. Rising between the Indian Ocean and the Bali Sea, the expansive island in the heart of the Indonesian archipelago has evolved as a global hot spot for sundrenched bliss and cultural tourism—a honeymoon destination, a bucket-list vacation, a must-see on the Southeast Asia tourist trail.

But unlike the untouched Bali of the 1970s, when tourism commenced along its densely forested volcanic beaches, today’s Bali

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Scenes at Amankila, counterclockwise from top: a romantic hilltop daybed; the stunning threetiered cliffside pool; the beach club.

Scenes from rural Bali, clockwise from above: rice paddies; women stroll along roadsides, balancing buckets of fruit on their heads; the Temple of Besakih.

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is a dichotomous world. For village elders, the island is hardly recognizable in its highly globalized southernmost reaches. This area, unofficially dubbed “New Bali,” consists of the southern mainland and a small peninsula housing populated and touristy regions like Nusa Dua, Legian and Seminyak. It is here where the majority of high-end tourism development continues, often delivering show-stopping resorts that serve as selfcontained destinations of fun in the sun.

However, limiting an epic journey to within New Bali forgoes the essence of Southeast Asia’s island gem—“Traditional Bali.” Found along the island’s east coast and deep in its interior, this region captures Bali’s timeless spirit, still flourishing in today’s globalized world and unwavering in its cultural foundations. It is here, far removed from the chaos of modernity, where travelers lose themselves in the hospitality of daily village life, the rewarding treks through rice fields, the burgeoning indigenous arts and craft scene, the odalan ceremonies held at Bali temples and the pilgrimages to reach there. This is the Bali of fairy tales and coffeetable books, a land of spiritual awakenings and an invitation to journey to a time bygone.

The Rustic East Beyond Bali’s resort-strewn south, frenetic traffic gives way to isolated roads bordered by stacked rice terraces and lush jungle.

Scenes of village life usurp the fast-food and motorcycle calamity. Circumventing the eastern coastline towards the traditional villages of Manggis, Candidasa and Tenganan Pegringsingan, colossal vines and palm trees vie for space along dramatic cliffsides. Secluded beaches usher in the rising tides from the Lombok Strait.

Navigating this shoreline feels like a journey back in time. Women stroll along roadsides, balancing buckets of salak (snake fruit) on their heads, and children weave delicate floral arrangements called banten canang as religious offerings for lifecycle ceremonies. The colors, smiles and sounds—they’re all so vibrantly expressive.

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the Balinese devotion to their own version of Hinduism—Agama Hindu Dharma. This fidelity has resulted in an island known for “1,000 temples” (though there are likely more), none more important than East Bali’s eleventh-century Mother Temple of Besakih, the inspiration for every temple found in Bali’s countless villages.

Unobtrusively situated in this timeless land, East Bali’s most prized resort, the 34villa Amankila (amanresorts.com) serves as an ambassador and gateway to the island’s coastal stronghold of anthropology and ecology, fostering cross-cultural interactions in nearby villages and facilitating day trips throughout the magnificent countryside.

Guests at Amankila, or “peaceful hill,” can balance pampering with immersion in Balinese nature and traditions. An early morning sunrise trek to picturesque Gumang Hill or a snorkeling cruise aboard Aman XII is complemented by an afternoon of spa treatments and a beachside private candlelit dinner. Likewise, a full afternoon of exploring villages, visiting renowned water palaces and bargaining in local markets often begins with a picnic breakfast on top of the world at one of Amankila’s romantic satellite bales (hilltop, covered day beds) and later ends with a rijsttafel dinner, a 10-course Indonesian dining extravaganza. For those looking to simply enjoy the understated elegance and outstanding amenities of the resort, opportunities for uninterrupted relaxation are in

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finite—whether in-suite, beachfront, hilltop, hillside or poolside—on each level of the iconic threetiered infinity pool.

The Rich Interior Coastal beauty notwithstanding, Bali’s rich interior is the pinnacle of the island’s exotic appeal and ethnic grandeur. The city of Ubud and its proximate villages showcase the island’s living culture, where eclectic artists interpret the modernization of traditional living, esteemed Balinese architecture abounds, village elders trek through the gates of mountaintop luxury hotels to fetch holy water from the temples below and the Agung River breathes life into all that grows around her. A seamless amalgamation of alternating levels of dense forest and rice terraces, this is the Bali of legends, the realization of wanderlust and consummation of life experience.

In Ubud, one can reside in either the heart of the cultural action or the jungle surrounds.

The centrally located luxury boutique hotel Uma by Como (comohotels.com/umaubud) sits near the city’s prolific arts scene. Here, visitors can easily access renowned yoga centers, cooking schools and convivial villages where healers, wood carvers and silversmiths carry on the customs of generations past. Farther afield, the Como Shambhala

A retreat villa room (above) and the water garden spa (below) at Como Shambhala Estate.

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Al fresco dining and hearthealthy meals, like this tiger prawn, baby carrot and baby bean salad (left), are part of the Como Shambhala experience.

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Estate (comohotels.com/ comoshambhalaestate) is the evergreen of Ubud inspiration and enlightenment, providing breathtaking backdrops, utter luxury and outlets for physical stimulation, culminating in an end product of unparalleled mental invigoration. In addition to private villas, rooms and suites, accommodations include five luxury “residences” and five “retreat villas,” each with individualistic motifs like fire, water and earth reflected in high design. At the Tejasuara, or “Sound of Fire” residence, understated design flawlessly tempers the darkness of the dominant Sumba stone and black bamboo, illuminated by the fire pit that glows beside the sparkling infinity pool.

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tation from the in-house ayurvedic doctor, who prepares a bespoke itinerary for time spent at the property. Days alternate between spa treatments, hilltop yoga and Pilates classes, jungle treks and unapologetic relaxation interspersed by guiltless indulgence in innovative organic meals and revitalizing juices. The suggested structure leaves ample time for a cathartic journey of self—time to get lost around the 23-acre estate and explore the natural spring pools hugging the mountain’s edge; endless hours to delight in the sounds and sights of nature at the riverbank, ponder personal achievement and test physical fitness at the bona fide “jungle gym.”

Indeed, it seems ironic an island celebrated for its coastal majesty boasts some of its greatest treasures inland. In fact, Bali’s fortunes are everywhere—distributed over its vast volcanoes, lush mountains and remote and crowded beaches where timeless villages and fabulous resorts coexist. This multifaceted island has evolved as a land of diverse escapism, ripe with endless opportunity for adventure, vacation and self-reflection in the presence of living history and natural wonder. «

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Weekender Clockwise from far left: the 26.5-acre grounds; breakfast with Goofy; rear elevation; Explorer Island’s splash zone and lazy river.

Mickey Deluxe

The new Four Seasons Resort Orlando ups the ante on Disney magic

By Daphne Nikolopoulos

The lobby chandelier (above) was inspired by the Disney fireworks, seen nightly from park-view rooms (below).

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Think mouse ears and luxury don’t go together? The newly opened Four Seasons Resort Orlando will convince you otherwise.

Situated within Walt Disney World Resort at Golden Oak, Disney’s game-changing residential community with homes priced upward of $1.8 million, the 26.5acre, 17-story Four Seasons may be Orlando-sized, but it is so rich in detail that it feels more like an intimate resort.

Obviously, it is nirvana for families. A five-acre Explorer Island is a theme park in itself with a lazy river navigated by inner tube, a splash zone with various water features and zero-entry pool, two water slides and a kids’ activity center with a super-cool “erupting” volcano. It’s guaranteed to keep kids entertained the entire day. The best part: You only need go downstairs to access it.

The fun continues inside. The resort’s InRoom Celebrations team can deck out guest rooms and suites with themed decor and favors for the youngsters. You might appreciate the high-thread-count sheets and the glass mosaic baths, but your little girl will adore the Presenting Your Royal Princess celebration, with a royal proclamation, a treasure box (pink, of

course), a letter from the Fairy Godmother and the requisite tiara and magic wand. Boys get their very own celebrations (did somebody say pirates?).

If you don’t want to wait in line for character breakfast at the Disney parks, plan to be at Four Seasons on a Thursday or Saturday for breakfast at the signature restaurant, Ravello. The Goofy and Pals breakfast buffet features the lovable goofball and his friends, Mickey and Minnie. Children get to spend real time with the characters and leave the restaurant with photos, autographs and other random treats.

It goes without saying the resort has a Disney Planning Center whose staff can structure a memorable, seamless park experience. Complimentary coach transportation to the Magic Kingdom is offered every 30 minutes, and every hour to the other Disney parks.

When the sun goes down, however, plan to be back at the resort to enjoy dinner at the stellar, Spanishthemed steak house Capa, perched on the seventeenth floor with a panoramic view of the parks. From this vantage point (or from your park-view room), you can enjoy a killer view of the nightly fireworks at the Magic Kingdom, Epcot and Hollywood Studios without having to crane your neck or fight for elbow room. Magic, indeed. (407-313-7777, fourseasons.com/orlando) «

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High Road

The Light Fantastic Cadillac’s 2015 Escalade ESV lights up the luxury SUV market with a focus on quality and craftsmanship

By Howard Walker

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e all love a good light show. The Eiffel Tower twinkling like a Swarovski necklace; the Bellagio fountains in Vegas; the lasers at a Pink Floyd concert—all are incandescently breathtaking.

For the fourth-generation Escalade SUV, the designers and engineers at Cadillac decided to put on an automotive light show to rival the Dolby Theatre on Oscars night. And it is quite spectacular.

With 142 bright-white diodes making up the front and rear lights, this Caddy shines brighter than Julia Roberts after a session with a box of Crest whitening strips.

These are not any old LEDs. The headlights incorporate the industry’s first use of Total In-

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ternal Reflection LED technology. It’s a cool way of punching out a huge beam of light from tiny LEDs and complex crystal lenses.

But even the Escalade’s front lighting pales when compared to its rear light blades. These skinny vertical stacks of LEDs—29 per light— ascend more than three feet high, from bumper to the top of the tailgate.

Tap the brake pedal and those behind get blasted by shafts of searing red light that glow like Lord Vader’s light saber.

Of course, all this fancy lighting is just window dressing on what is the most premium Escalade yet.

It’s new from the tires up with dramatic styling that embraces Cadillac’s origami design

PRICE: From $75,690 ENGINE: 6.2-liter V-8 POWER: 420 hp TORQUE: 460 pound-feet TRANSMISSION: 6-speed automatic 0-60: 6 seconds TOP SPEED: 113 mph LENGTH/ WIDTH: 224.3/68.6 inches WEIGHT: 5,795 pounds WHY WE LOVE IT: Because it’s hard to think of a more luxurious way of transporting seven people.

philosophy. Run a finger along the razor-sharp waistline and you’ll be rushing for a Band-Aid. If the front grille wasn’t big enough before, this version is beyond huge, embellished with a Cadillac wreath-and-crest badge the size of a Camry’s hubcap.

If automakers were supposedly embracing downsizing, certainly no one at Cadillac got the memo. This 2015 Escalade is 1.4 inches

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Making a Difference

 FOR CANCER PATIENTS IN COLLIER COUNTY  Florida Cancer Specialists Sponsors NCH Magnolia Ball; Proceeds Earmarked for the Oncology Unit of NCH Downtown Hospital.

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lorida Cancer Specialists (FCS), the leading community oncology practice in the state, is sponsoring the 2015 NCH Magnolia Ball, a fundraising event for the NCH Healthcare Foundation that will be held on April 11, 2015 at the Beach Estate of Sandra and Alan Gerry. Proceeds from this year’s event will make possible special improvements to the William and Susan Dalton Oncology Unit at the NCH Downtown Hospital. Patients undergoing cancer treatment--who often spend 30 to 60 days on the unit--will benefit from a more holistic approach to care promoting a comfortable, calming environment that encourages healing.

Founded in 2001, the Magnolia Ball is held bi-annually and has raised more than $7 million to provide equipment, facilities, treatment and caring support for Naples area cancer patients and their families.

Florida Cancer Specialists has supported the Magnolia Ball from the event’s inception and strongly advocates for the mission of the Magnolia Ball, which is to “raise awareness and financial assistance for the health and well being of area cancer patients, giving people the tools and support they need to fight cancer and win their health back.”

As the exclusive providers of medical oncology services for the NCH Oncology Program, Florida Cancer Specialists has been working with the NCH Foundation for many years, giving back to cancer patients in the Collier County community for several decades. In addition to these charitable efforts, the physicians of FCS created the Florida Cancer Specialists Foundation (FCSF) in 2010 to provide Paid Advertisement

non-medical support for cancer patients undergoing treatment. Patients who meet financial guidelines can receive immediate support for non-medical living expenses, such as utilities, rent or mortgage, auto payments and car insurance from the FCS Foundation.

Foundation Board Chair Bradley Prechtl, who is also CEO of Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS), said, “FCS physicians and employees, as well as community supporters and donors gave very generously during this past year and we were able to distribute over $400,000 in grants to low-income cancer patients who were undergoing treatment in the state of Florida. I am very proud to report that all salaries and operating expenses for the Foundation are paid for

by Florida Cancer Specialists. This allows 100% of all money raised to go directly to the support of cancer patients who desperately need assistance.”

Florida Cancer Specialists Offices in Collier County Bonita Springs 9776 Bonita Beach Road, Suite 201A Bonita Springs, FL 34135 (239) 947.3092 Naples – Goodlette 1100 Goodlette Road North Naples, FL 34102 (239) 434.0656 Naples – Napa Ridge 6360 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 201 Naples, FL 34119 (239) 353.6636 Naples – Sierra Meadows 8350 Sierra Meadows Blvd Naples, FL 34113 (239) 732.3140

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High Road longer and 1.5 inches wider than before. As in the past, it comes in two sizes: standard and the ESV version, which is stretched by a whopping 14 inches compared to the regular model. Order the ESV in black, and your neighbors might think someone died and the hearse has arrived.

Those extra inches, however, only expand a cabin that already felt as cavernous as the inside of the Mar-a-Lago Club. Three rows with seating for seven is standard, but now legroom in the middle row feels positively limo-like.

With this Escalade ESV, owners no longer feel like they’re wrestling a gator when folding down the third-row seat. It now power-folds at the touch of a button. Fold forward the middle row, and jets could land on the load space floor.

The really big change comes with the heightened quality of the interior fixtures and fittings. The cabin is now a sea of hand-stitched leather and suede, hand-finished veneers and sexy brushed metal, and panel gaps that could barely squeeze an ace of spades between.

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With 420 horsepower on tap, the big V-8 can launch this Escalade from rest to 60 mph in just six seconds with little more than a distant whoosh from under that pool-tablesized hood.

And with new Magnetic Ride dampers, electric variable-assist steering and a high-strength steel chassis stiffer than the Brooklyn Bridge, this XXL-sized SUV is a joy to drive. Body roll is minimal, the steering is super-precise and the brakes could stop time.

Escalade pricing starts at $72,970 for the shortwheelbase model and $75,690 for the ESV. But you’ll want the ESV Platinum at $93,270, which takes the Escalade into Bentley territory.

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This year, we asked readers to nominate local women of style and substance for our annual feature. Following a close online vote, five women were selected by the public to shine in a glamorous spotlight. Prepare to be dazzled and inspired by their accomplishments and genuine beauty.

By Kat Smith Photography by Roland Scarpa Hair and Makeup by Philip Douglas Clothes and jewelry, Marissa Collections, Naples Styling by Luis Otero

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AMY SEDLACEK ABC 7 Morning Anchor As the quintessential morning person, Amy Sedlacek sets the alarm to buzz her awake at 1 a.m. for her early morning newscast. Despite the grueling schedule, Sedlacek is a dynamo, full of cheerful energy. Some of that is attributed to her daily consumption of caffeine and sugar (the petite Sedlacek confesses to an oversized sweet tooth), but mostly it reflects her zest for life. An inquisitive nature and a desire to tell people’s stories have been key to her professional success.

As a driven self-starter, Sedlacek rose through the news ranks from audio operator to one-man-band reporter, producer and finally, anchor. She is also driven to give back, volunteering about 20 hours a week to dozens of area charities, including the American Cancer Society, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Collier and Lee counties and Dress for Success.

Sedlacek’s primary passion is the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida. For the second year she is co-chair of the President’s Council and co-chair of the annual Wishmaker’s Ball. In 2012, she was honored as the nonprofit’s Wish Granter of the Year.

A Wish Granter, she says, is like being fairy godmother, discovering a child’s wish and then working to make it happen. She does the big things, like gathering donations and finding businesses to help, as well as little things, like taking kids for ice cream, sending cards, calls and texts to keep their spirits up, and visiting them in the hospital. Sedlacek grants about five wishes a year.

Hobbies and pastimes: When not volunteering or emceeing an event I’m probably taking a nap! Photography is a favorite hobby. I love to take pictures of the places I travel and catch moments that are not posed and you capture a look of surprise or pure joy.

Words to live by: “Life is what happens while you’re busy making other plans.” —Winston Churchill “You must be the change you wish to see in the world.” —Ghandi Guilty pleasures: Norman Love Confections gelato, pastries, chocolate. I haven’t met a cupcake I can resist or gelato sundae I haven’t devoured. A good glass of Champagne, too. And you will never disappoint me with Starbucks.

Purr-fect pet: My cat Lexi, who I rescued as a kitten, has been my companion for 14 years. Thank goodness she can’t talk; oh, the stories she’d tell!

Fashion essentials: Boots! I love “winter” in Florida; give me a 60-degree day and I’m in skinny jeans, boots and a scarf. Otherwise it’s fun heels and a great dress. I love lace, polka dots, ruffles and bows. I am a girly girl.

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AMANDA JARON Owner, A. Jaron Fine Jewelry Sparkly, glittering, golden—words that describe Amanda Jaron and the pieces she creates. Neapolitans who frequent charity events have likely met Jaron and admired her work, because she has devoted copious time, talent, jewelry and goodwill to myriad causes that support kids, education, cancer awareness and the arts, including PACE Center for Girls, the David Lawrence Center and United Arts Council.

In 2013, she founded The Glitter Foundation, a nonprofit to fund art education and art therapy programs in Southwest Florida. Currently, she is creating seven Golden Apples for The Education Foundation—Champions For Learning Golden Apple Teacher Awards. Jaron’s bubbly personality belies the savvy businesswoman at her core.

Before arriving in Naples 10 years ago, she designed for Givenchy, Tommy Hilfiger, Nine West, Kenneth Jay Lane and Jones New York, and later, headed jewelry and watch design for the $330 million international jewelry division of Avon Products. She sold her jewels on Home Shopping Network and at high-end retailers before launching her fine jewelry business in Naples, where she finds inspiration in the beauty of the Paradise Coast and enjoys beach sunsets with her husband, Stephen, and her kids, twins Alanna and Willem.

On the run: I started working out last year. I want to be able to run in the “I don’t Sweat, I Sparkle” Glitter 5K to benefit The Glitter Foundation.

Personal style: Bling! Bling! Bling!

Words to live by: “You eat an elephant one bite at a time.” Most people are paralyzed when looking at the big picture. Just jump and take small bites. The rest will follow.

Guilty pleasure: Pizza; I could eat pizza every single day!

What to bring to a desert island: Chocolate, Champagne and lead crystal flutes. It would be paradise to sit on the beach drinking cold bubbly, eating chocolate and watching the rainbow flashing off the glasses.

Fashion essentials: Workout wear. My new obsession: lululemon athletica leggings and sneakers. I have found an appreciation for sneakers; the only pair I had for years was Roberto Cavalli sneakers. Now, I am actually looking at athletic shoes with a fashion eye.

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KIERSTEN K. MOONEY Owner and Founder, Bala Vinyasa Yoga; Partner, Green Monkey Yoga Since opening Bala Vinyasa Yoga eight years ago, Kiersten Mooney’s business has grown to two studios in Naples and one in Coral Gables. Recently, Bala Vinyasa partnered with Green Monkey Yoga studios in Miami to offer retreats and advanced teacher training. The Lely High School graduate, who grew up on Marco Island, previously owned a wellness company called Tour de Force Inc. and has experience as a personal trainer for pro athletes. Her avocation encompasses her spare time as well, even traveling to Washington, D.C., to teach yoga at the White House’s Easter Egg Roll in 2011.

Mooney serves as a member of the Leadership Board for the Africa Yoga Project and as facilitator of its yoga teacher training in Nairobi. She hosts free yoga classes for autistic children bimonthly at Easter Seals’ Lily School and for patients in David Lawrence Center’s Crossroads program, as well as classes at the Naples Botanical Garden that have raised tens of thousands of dollars for the garden. Additionally, she has helped raise funds for Cancer Alliance of Naples, St. Matthew’s House and other nonprofits.

Where she dines: The Grill Room at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, Café Alfredo, Bistro 821, and anywhere Chef Brian Roland is cooking.

Favorite reads: The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer. Also, a new book I’m writing the foreword for called eMolecule by Mary Todd. It’s about using your entrepreneurial spirit to create a more fulfilling life, which I can totally relate to.

Guilty pleasures: A dirty martini (and dessert!)

Three things few know about me: I lived on a sailboat for almost a year as a kid—that is how my family ended up living on Marco Island. I have seven stepchildren and 15 grandkids aged 12 and younger. My grandkids call me “Gigi.”

Go-to fashion accessories: Gold hoop earrings from Calypso St. Barth and my Cupcake Ring from Amanda Jaron.

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Nannette Staropoli Owner/Chief Marketing Strategist, MARKIT Group Nannette Staropoli’s 10-year-old marketing and public relations services firm was founded in Pittsburgh and relocated to Naples nine years ago. The statuesque brunette, who was a single mother at 20 and finished college while daughter Fallon was a baby, has what she calls a contagious passion for philanthropy.

Her signature “nonprofit marketing” has resulted in clients donating millions of dollars in goods, underwriting and sponsorships while creating good buzz for their businesses.

Personally, Staropoli has created marketing programs for the Annual Senior Collection Drive, Suited for Success, Craving Fashion and more.

She is a Make-A-Wish Foundation Executive Council member and Wish Granter; has chaired events benefiting Friends of Foster Children of Collier County, Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples and PACE Center for Girls; and was Fan Favorite and Top Fundraiser for the local Red Cross chapter’s Starstruck event in 2013.

Sports authority: I am an avid tennis player.

I’m on five teams and compete in tournaments.

I’m also a golfer (18 handicap; I was a 13, but work gets in the way), and runner. I just trained for the Naples Daily News half marathon.

Style essentials: I’m a fan of great basics: black slacks, crisp white blouses, tailored clothing and last but not least, great accessories— shoes and bags.

Most-prized possession: My Aunt Rosemary’s brass teacher’s bell.

Guilty pleasures: Designer shoes and purses, and coconut soufflé.

Dog tale: I love my Chihuahua Bailey. I am a huge dog fan! We are a pet-friendly company.

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ANGELINA M. SPENCER President of Empowerment Enterprises Ltd. When it comes to resilience, Angelina Spencer has it in spades. Growing up in Ohio, she was a foster child and later had four children of her own, raising them as a single parent. At times it felt hopeless and devastating, she says, but she was determined to turn her life around for herself and her children.

“I am not ashamed of my past, it has made me the person I am today,” she says. “With the aid of other people, as well as my own grit and determination, it shows how far we can come.”

Spencer went on to graduate as valedictorian from George Washington University, built a successful company around her passions, and has never forgotten her roots. She broadly gives back to the Naples community that she has called home for the last 12 years. She has focused on helping young women, many who are facing challenges similar to ones she had to navigate as a child. Spencer is vice chair of PACE Center for Girls, Collier at Immokalee, which she financially supports and where she serves as a tutor and mentor.

In business, Spencer’s firm focuses on political management, public policy and research analytics to support campaigns and causes. It includes work with local and federal law enforcement, as well as lawmakers, to combat human trafficking. Considering her accomplishments, Spencer has a serious persona, yet she also has a lighter side, noting that her style essentials include great shoes, laugh lines and a real smile.

No place like home: I have never felt more at home in any other environment than in Naples. The people of Naples are my family. It is the biggest little town I’ve ever lived in, in terms of heart.

Glam squad: Kim Zimmerman at Philip Douglas Salon; good friends who say, “You can’t wear that!” and Mindy DiPietro at D’Amici Salon & Spa. What to bring to a desert island: My best friend and husband, David M. Crisp Jr.

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Cabinet of Curiosities Terry and Bob Edwards host a dinner party for fellow art enthusiasts that includes a visual feast and a celebration of natural wonders

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ne of the most exciting things about art is its ability to surprise you both visually and emotionally. It is a concept that Naples-based floral designer and stylist Terry Edwards translates into all her entertaining endeavors. “I enjoy pulling an idea together and including whimsical, fun or colorful touches that act as nice, visual surprises for guests,” she says.

During peak season in Naples this year, Terry and her husband, Bob, host a dinner party and invite members of the local art scene to their Naples home for a “celebration of natural wonders.” True to form, what guests will encounter is a thoughtfully orchestrated and flawlessly executed evening of unexpected delights.

Inspiration for the affair came after the couple, who are also art collectors, toured the Houston home of famed art patrons John and Dominique de Menil last summer. A tiny walk-in bar hidden behind the living room’s wood panel-

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Clockwise from top left: Terry and Bob Edwards; menus by Arabesque of Naples; butterfly atop a king proteus flower, native to South Africa; white Amaryllis, purple tulips from Holland, American beauty berries from Naples Botanical Garden; fresh flowers adorn a luxe vodka chiller, crafted by Terry Edwards.

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A nearly 4-foot-tall stuffed crowned crane, sourced from New Yorkbased Creel and Gow, adds a towering point of interest to the table.

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Terry Edwards mingles with Kathleen van Bergen, Bob Edwards with Ralph and Shelly Stayer (Left); tuna crudo, melon, avocado mousse, lemon jam (right); Limoges porcelain insect plates by Animal Fabuleux, a French line carried exclusively in florida by Posh Petals.

Beet, goat cheese, pistachio dust, micro arugula from Naples Botanical Garden (above); baby zucchini and squash carpaccio (right).

ing housed an enchanting collection of art, colorful glass accessories and stuffed birds. Edwards was captivated. She began researching cabinets of curiosities that became popular in the sixteenth century, in which individuals would collect and display interesting specimens from nature, including animal skeletons, feathers and other strange and mysterious objects.

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The tablescape features an eclectic array of items from land and sea, including coral, geodes and butterflies appearing to bask in the candlelight.

Edwards’ crystal and cutlery mix modern pieces with her great grandmother’s silver.

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Jack Raben, executive chef for Naples Botanical Garden’s Fogg Café and its catering division, prepares the meal, which includes herbs, heirloom greens and macadamia nuts grown at the garden.

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of Artis—Naples and several ardent supporters of the arts.

Terry Edwards’ soft-spoken demeanor belies her bold sense of style. One of her strengths is her willingness to cross boundaries to come up with inventive twists on entertaining themes for dinner parties and client events.

“I think it’s good to do something that’s overboard,” she says. “People in our area are asked to go to so many different events that you want to have something a little different or surprising.

Sometimes that means pushing it to the edge where people will come and say, ‘I wouldn’t have thought of that, but it’s fun and whimsical.’

My goal for the evening is to create more of a fantasy. I hope they have a little chuckle at some of the unusual things I’ve pulled together.”

The enchanting tablescape includes a nearly 4-foot-tall stuffed crowned crane that towers

majestically over the table, as if assessing its surroundings. An eclectic array of decor and oddities graces the center of the table, including fruits, coral and massive geodes. Beetles “roam” the table, and birds are showcased under glass domes with butterflies resting gently on top.

Delightfully unusual Limoges porcelain insect plates are flown in from Paris, and a thoughtfully crafted menu card features an elegant telegraphic design.

The tablescape, cohesive in its eccentricity, demands careful inspection—upon which guests discover a wealth of delightful details they may have missed at first glace. In the center of the table, feeding into its collective beauty, is a vibrant floral arrangement. It is one of several throughout the home that feature flowers from around the world, including tulips from Holland and sweet peas from Japan.

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Clockwise from top left: Select pieces from the couple’s tribal art collection add an eclectic twist to the table­; Guests include Ralph and Shelly Stayer, Jay and Patty Baker; Kathleen van Bergen with Terry Edwards; gourmet cheese plate with flowers and honey from regional sources; Chef Jack Raben.

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“I pulled colors from the china—pinks and purples—but also grays and blacks that were a little more edgy,” Edwards says.

“I wanted it to be spring-like but with a touch of darkness.”

Flowers are one of Edwards’ passions and an extension of her interest in art. Her affinity led her to establish Posh Petals, a floral design studio in Naples.

She is also using her skills for harmonizing the many details of a soiree, beyond arranging just the flowers. Her business has expanded to include more event styling, and she sells a unique array of items for entertaining, such as fine china and linens from Paris.

For this dinner party, she enlists the culinary talents of Jack Raben, executive chef for the Naples Botanical Garden’s Fogg Café and its catering division. The evening’s menu places a heavy focus on locally sourced ingredients, including freshly picked herbs, heirloom greens and even macadamia nuts grown on-site at the Naples Botanical Garden.

In keeping with the theme, Raben creates dishes with visual impact, such as a whole salt-crusted red snapper and an appetizer of braised baby octopus togarashi with candied star fruit.

His creations are driven by flavor, while their visual aesthetic delivers artistic appeal. Each course is paired with wine carefully preselected by Bob. In the quiet moments before the festivities begin,

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Domed specimens turn the table into a mini world of discoveries (left); seared scallops with bacon dashi, chili oil and totsoi, served in seashells.

Tenets of Entertaining 1. First things first. “The decorating of the table and mixing an eclectic group of people who may not know each other is important,” Terry Edwards says.

This is a must, even for a casual evening.

2. Build excitement. Look for opportunities to wow your guests at every stage of the process. “Creative materials and an unusual typeface for invitations and menus is an important element and makes guest anticipate a great gathering,” she says.

3. Set the mood. Lots of candles add sparkle and a festive feel to the event. “I’m also a believer that gorgeous flowers make a table,” she adds. “You can never have too many.”

Braised baby octopus togarashi, candied star fruit (above); lemongrass panna cotta in coconut water (left).

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An array of oddities and items from nature, such as coral and butterflies, surround the table’s floral arrangement as guests mingle and enjoy Tropic Rose, the signature cocktail, a mix of Aperol, rose gomme and Champagne.

A whole salt-crusted red snapper rests on garden greens, herbs and flowers.

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A stunning work by pop artist Jim Dine serves as a backdrop during cocktail hour (top left) where guests, selected for their passionate support of the arts, mingle at dusk. They enjoy a multicourse meal with locally sourced ingredients, paired with an assortment of wines (bottom right) selected by Bob Edwards, pictured with Ralph Stayer (center).

he sits in the library off the kitchen, admiring one of his favorite art pieces of the moment. It is in a new location this month, replacing another one that, in his words, “was tired and needed a vacation.”

The Edwards’ modern art collection, with its impressive array of artists and materials, is on constant rotation throughout their home. The couple has mixed dynamic modern furniture with antique pieces to create an unanticipated combination of airiness and elegance—ideal for entertaining, which they do often, whether it is hosting casual dinner parties or elaborate vintner dinners as part of the Naples Winter Wine Festival.

Tonight, with the party’s start time rapidly approaching, Bob retreats to the wine cellar to procure the appropriate bottles. Terry, in a theme-appropriate Victoria Beckham crepe dress with organza feather skirt, makes a final check of the table. Their movements are natural and relaxed.

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From Runway

Ready to rock the season’s hottest looks?

We break down the trends with specific pieces to covet.

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Micromini gingham leather handbag ($178), Diane von Furstenberg, dvf.com

This oh-so-sweet and summery fabric gets a modern remake this season in flirty dresses and crisp separates

White and pink Jazz platform wedge ($995), Christian Louboutin, chris​tianlouboutin.com

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Inlaid cube bracelet ($325), Eddie Borgo, Marissa Collections, Naples

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On Trend: THE STATEMENT EARRING Go big, go bold: Shoulder-dusting earrings make the biggest impact for spring

Geometric statement earrings ($58), Sequin, Naples

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Hand-hammered brass, 24-karat gold plated earrings ($390), Hervé Van der Straeten, neimanmarcus.com

Medium Graduating Hydra earrings, 18-karat gold, diamonds, rock crystal ($4,995), Kara Ross, kararossny.com

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Green printed calfleather covered clutch ($3,145), Valentino, Marissa Collections, Naples

Cotton, metal, resin, horn, methacrylic necklace ($710), Marni, marni.com

WILDFLOWERS Spring forward in oversized and graphic floral prints in bright colors

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Large orchid-print peekaboo handbag ($6,850), Fendi, fendi.com Granita painted flower C earrings ($350), Oscar de la Renta, Marissa Collections, Naples

Diorama bag in padded calfskin embroidered with flowers and badges ($3,900), Dior, dior.com

BEAUTY TREND: HIGH-IMPACT LIP Intense shades of red and pink make for the perfect pout Marni Rouge Ecstasy lipstick in 500 ($34), Armani Beauty, armanibeauty.com

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SUMMER SUEDE In a nod to the ’70s, designers showcased suede everything in rich, earthy shades Medium shoulder bag in marron glacè suede with shoulder strap in green-red-green web ($2,100), Gucci, Naples

Suede fringed boot ($1,115), Giuseppe Zanotti Design, giuseppe​ zanottidesign.com

Printed suede calfskin shoe ($1,125), Chanel, chanel.com

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Flume bootie in nude suede, champagne mirror leather ($950), Jimmy Choo, jimmychoo.com

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On Trend: GLADIATORS The statement shoe of the season is offered in both high and low styles

Adobe Cobratex flat gladiator ($535), Stuart Weitzman, stuartweitzman .com

Gold metallic tall, flat gladiator sandal ($1,250), Roger Vivier, roger​ vivier.com

Black and white leather sandal boot ($1,695), Sergio Rossi, ser​giorossi.com

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Ivory leather flatform shoe ($1,190), Salvatore Ferragamo, Naples

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Fendi Patent leather wooden platform sandals ($845), Giuseppe Zanotti Design, giuseppe​ zanottidesign .com Kellan sandals ($495), Michael Kors, Marissa Collections, Naples

Kaya sandal in champagne shimmer canvas, natural cobra, natural python ($2,195), Jimmy Choo, jimmychoo.com Michael Kors

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SalVatore ferragamo Black laser-cut leather sandals with croc tail ($1,650), Fendi, fendi.com Platform leather and silk heels (price upon request), Prada, prada.com

Light pink Indium Southwark Hackney sandals ($650), Stella McCartney, netaporter.com High-heeled sandal in biscotto leather and old roccia python with biscotto suede detail ($1,100), Gucci, Naples

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THE “IT” BAGS Top Handle

The ultimate ladylike style that works for day and night

Miss Viv small blue patent leather top-handle handbag ($2,550), Roger Vivier, rogervivier.com

Leather handbag ($950), Prada, prada.com

Leather Valli bag (price upon request), Giambattista Valli, special order, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples

Burberry

Faye mini crossbody bag in croc-embossed leather ($735), Chloe, chloe .com

Shoulder bag in Tory navy ($650), Tory Burch, Naples

Circle

The “it” shape of the season will instantly update your spring look

Cashmere calf spikes messenger bag ($1,795), Christian Louboutin, christianlouboutin.com

Tory burch

Christian Dior

the new icons

The classics get reimagined in new colors, prints + hardware

Ornamented box calfskin Diorama handbag ($3,800), Dior, dior.com

Light Epi Denim Twist PM handbag ($3,550), Louis Vuitton, Naples

Lambskin handbag, aged pale yellow metal chain ($5,200), chanel.com

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VALLEY GIRLS Bohemian-inspired prints, fringe and romantic florals embrace this season’s free spirits Gold-plated earrings with turquoise stones and natural pheasant feathers ($1,005), Aurélie Bidermann, theweb​ stermiami.com

Etro

Missoni

Emilio Pucci

Leather woven fringe handbag ($5,800), Salvatore Ferragamo, Naples

Watersnake suede heel ($895), Alexandre Birman, special order, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples

Marchesa

Beauty Trend: the COLORed EYE Go linear in a bold hue or dust on a punchy eye shadow for a new take on the statement eye Limited-edition Pastel Eyes “Kingdom of Colors” multiwear adhesive eyeliner patches ($61), Dior, dior.com

Christian Dior

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NARS Velvet Shadow stick in Nunavut ($28), nordstrom.com

Eye Color Duo in Raw Jade ($60), Tom Ford Beauty, tomford.com

Tan beaded bag with leather fringe ($3,053), Etro, netaporter.com

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It’s a mystery to some, and a set of rules and regulations to others, but the process of food and wine pairing intrigues almost every wine drinker on the planet. In the liberated air of the twentyfirst century, we’re often told that we can drink any wine we want with any given dish. When a pairing succeeds, though, the results can be magical, which is why most of us are still chasing perfection. To get an insight into the dynamics of the process, we asked 10 of the top culinary experts in the Greater Naples area to share a favorite food and wine pairing. Their choices— and the reasons for them—give us a backstage glimpse into their decision-making.

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Fabrizio Aielli Sea Salt, Naples

Octopus with raisin tomatoes, smoked fingerling potatoes, summer truffle jam and crustacean sauce, paired with 2012 Poggio alle Gazze dell’Ornellaia

Chef Aielli’s love affair with the many-legged mollusk began when he was on vacation in Sicily. “Octopus is a specialty of the region, and I ate it twice a day in different preparations. When I got back I wanted to do something unique with it, because it’s an unappreciated ingredient here in the States—like calamari was 30 years ago,” he says.

The octopus appetizer is served with fingerling potatoes that are first steamed, then smoked, and cherry tomatoes that are dried in-house until they resemble sweet, concentrated raisins. The sauce is a reduction of crab, lobster and shrimp simmered for 24 hours to a savory but delicate glaze. For its companion, Aielli chose Poggio alle Gazze, produced mostly with Sauvignon Blanc (10 percent Viognier) from Ornellaia, a wine he tasted at the winery. “As soon as I tried it, I thought of this dish.

The wine is classic, with lots of finesse—bright fruit, firm structure and acidity that sets off the rustic taste of the octopus.”

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Gianluca MassarO

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L’Angolo 5th Ave., Naples

Tagliatelle alla carbonara, paired with 2012 Monchiero Carnone Barbera d’Alba

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Chef Massaro hails from Lazio, and specifically from Rome—home of the Neri family, who came to Florida in 2007 and opened L’Angolo two years later. Cooks use different varieties of pork in this dish, but everyone tosses the pasta in a mix of beaten egg, cheese and cream. “I like to put some pepper in at the end, when the dish goes out,” says Massaro, who first sautés pancetta as a base. “The Parmesan and the pepper highlight the other flavors, and the eggs are added at the last moment. The trick is to take the pan off the heat so they don’t scramble.” In a departure from tradition, he blends in a mix of zucchini and carrots, and tops the dish with crispy eggplant. To accompany it, he likes to serve Monchiero Barbera D’Alba, a light, bright and young red. “You need good acidity to cut through the sauce,” he says, “but not overpowering so the fruit comes through.”

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Michael Mir

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Bha! Bha! Persian Bistro, Naples Garlic eggplant chicken, paired with 2013 King Estate Pinot Gris

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Michael Mir is a self-educated chef with the soul of a poet. He has infused classic Persian cuisine with influences from his three decades of cooking in French and Italian kitchens, and he has a special affinity for eggplant.

“I consider myself to be an eggplant guru,” he says. “This dish goes back to my childhood. My mother improvised it one day when we were traveling, and I reinvented it in 1989.” Mir poaches the chicken leg and breast in the Persian ghormeh style, with garlic, onions, turmeric and soy sauce, using only natural juices and no butter.

When the spices melt away, the meat is remarkably tender; he finishes it to order with sautéed eggplant. He likes to pair it with King Estate Pinot Gris from Oregon. “I think of elegance when I think of Oregon,” he says. “The wine has ample, wonderful fruit that complements the chicken in a feminine way. Both the dish and the wine finish softly and voluptuously.”

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Romuald Giacometti La Bazenne, Naples

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Le duo de canard, paired with 2012 Domaine du Tariquet Gros Manseng When it comes to the art of pairing food and wine, restaurant owner Giacometti’s awakening occurred at Il Vino, the Paris restaurant run by world-famous sommelier Enrico Bernardo, where diners first choose their wines and then have a menu created to match it. “It was an amazing experience,” he recalls, “and opened my eyes to the joys of food and wine pairing.” The duo of duck served at La Bazenne is a traditional dish from southwestern France. The breast is seared, then sliced and served rare in the form of a steak; the leg confit is cooked slowly in its own fat to seal in the juices. His wine is unconventional: a semisweet late-harvest Gros Manseng from Domaine du Tariquet in the Armagnac region. “It’s an unusual choice,” he admits, “but in France wines are intended to go with the local cuisine. When we tried the dish and the wine together, it was magic.” Enrico Bernardo would be proud.

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Nicholas “Niko” Anagnostou

Lemonia at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples

Diver scallops with smoked bacon, sweet potato gnocchi and pepper jam, paired with 2012 Domaine de la Rossignole Sancerre

“My father taught me to cook and work hard,” says Chef Anagnostou, who started in his parents’ diner at an early age. “But my mother taught me flavors—especially the proper use of salt, one of the most important things in cooking.” He sources his scallops from New Bedford, Massachusetts, and pan-sears them in clarified butter. For the bacon, he uses housecured pork belly that is first smoked and then braised in vegetable stock.

The gnocchi are complemented by a sweet potato purée at the base of the dish, and the pepper jam completes the circle of harmonious tastes. A Sancerre from Domaine de la Rossignole is chosen for its brisk acidity, citrus and herbal flavors, which help balance the richness of the scallops.

Justin Hornyak

HB’s On The Gulf The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club Tile fish with yucca mash, fried plantains and mango chutney, paired with 2013 Frog’s Leap Sauvignon Blanc When Chef Hornyak took over at HB’s in late 2013, his first task was to switch all seafood to locally caught Florida varieties such as stone crab, grouper and snapper. “Tile fish feed on oysters,” he says, “so they have a delicate flavor similar to crab or lobster, with sweet notes.” The fish is pan-seared, then roasted in the oven. Hornyak steams the yucca in butter, salt and white pepper; the plantains are sliced extremely thin and fried. The mango chutney is reduced with white wine and chili flakes, which gives it a sweet and spicy taste. The dish is paired with Frog’s Leap Sauvignon Blanc—a light and crisp wine, with refreshing citrus flavors that serve as a delicious contrast to the mango chutney.

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Greg Scarlatos

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Fuse Global Cuisine, Naples Tart-cherry-glazed lamb rack, paired with 2011 Shafer Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon

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Chef Scarlatos describes this dish as being full of “complementary contrasts,” in keeping with his eclectic menu. “The opposing ends of the dish don’t fight with each other, but blend harmoniously.” He uses Colorado lamb, which lacks the gaminess of the New Zealand or Australian variety and has a more buttery taste. The glaze is a reduction of tart cherries, Sherry vinegar, citrus peel and bacon fat. “I’m part Greek,” he says, “so I was baptized with bacon and lamb fat.” Garnishing the lamb is an herbed crème fraîche, crispy Brussels sprouts and a hash of Yukon gold potatoes spiked with Gorgonzola. His wine is the 2011 Shafer Napa Cabernet, which he thinks is just as balanced as the dish. “It’s not overly floral, and has good tannins and a lot of stone fruit.”

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A Table Apart, Bonita Springs Organic salmon two ways, paired with 2012 Selbach-Oster Riesling QBA

Growing up on Hawaii’s Big Island, Chef Acol was surrounded by fish. “I did a lot of diving with my father and developed a profound love of the ocean; it’s why I focus on sustainable seafood in the restaurant today.” Acol grinds his own blend of spices to blacken the organic salmon. On top of that, he places a salmon ceviche flavored with diced tomato, onion, avocado, cilantro and lime. The dish is garnished with Japan Furikake rice and highlighted with a yuzu beurre blanc. “It’s a study in contrasting flavor profiles: hot and cold, savory acid, soft and crunchy.”

He tried the traditional Pinot Noir pairing, but it didn’t work with the dish. Instead, he reaches for a Riesling from Selbach-Oster in the Mosel region of Germany. “It has everything to complement the salmon: the crispness, minerality and citrus tones combine to provide a perfect mouth feel.”

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Pierre Regnard Lamoraga, Naples

Miso-marinated grilled pork shoulder, paired with 2009 La Buena Vid Tempranillo

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Pierre Regnard hails from France, but he began traveling to Spain during his childhood. After a stint at the Lamoraga restaurant in Andalusia, he moved to Florida to open a location in Naples. Chef Regnard’s cooking style blends the traditional, rustic nature of Spanish cuisine with lighter and more modern touches. “The pork shoulder is the prized cut in Europe,” he says. “It has amazing marbling, so it’s very tender and moist after cooking. We put it in the miso marinade for 24 hours then put it on the grill. It’s served with a shiitake mushroom stew, and finished with a drizzle of the marinade.” He likes to pair it with La Buena Vid 2009, a Tempranillo from Bodegas Ercavio in Rioja. “It’s filled with spicy red cherries,” he says, “and picks up licorice and tobacco notes with air. The finish is long and smoky, and it’s a great match with the earthiness of the dish.”

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Tony Ridgway

Ridgway Bar & Grill, Naples Braised short ribs with puréed parsnips, paired with Stag’s Leap Hands of Time Red Blend

Chef Tony Ridgway has become known for many dishes during his decades in Naples, but his comfort food has won the hearts of local diners. While short ribs are usually fatty, at Ridgway’s restaurant all the fat is trimmed off. The chef says the short ribs are braised for three hours in red wine, herbs and spices, served with a buttered parsnip mash and drizzled with a rosemary demi-glaze. The finished dish is consistent with Ridgway’s philosophy of sourcing the best possible ingredients and preparing them as simply as possible. The pairing is a new blend of Cabernet, Merlot and Petit Verdot from Stag’s Leap called Hands of Time. “It has structure and weight, but the soft tannins give the wine a lot of finesse,” says Sukie Honeycutt, the restaurant’s wine director and co-owner with Ridgway. “It’s a real value from one of Napa’s greatest wineries.” «

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STYLE AT SEA Photography by GABOR JURINA Shot by NAPLES Illustrated on board the motor yacht Match Point Jewelry provided by Graff Diamonds

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sophisticated nautical looks get their moment in the sun Valentino chiffon gown, Giuseppe Zanotti suede sandals, coral bracelet-ring For buying information, turn to page 199.

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Naeem Khan beaded gown; Christian Louboutin strappy sandal Opposite page: Giambattista Valli long column dress For buying information, turn to page 199.

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Donna Karan sundress and belt; Giuseppe Zanotti coral bracelet-ring Opposite page: Ralph Lauren suit pant and jacket; Christian Louboutin strappy sandal; Oscar de la Renta earrings; Giuseppe Zanotti coral bracelet-ring For buying information, turn to page 199.

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Emilio Pucci silk chiffon dress; Oscar de la Renta embroidered pump Opposite page: Dolce & Gabbana white buttondown shirt, silk bloomers For buying information, turn to page 199.

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Michael Kors belted swimsuit; Valentino gladiator sandals For buying information, turn to page 199.

Fashion Editor: Katherine Lande Model: Roos Van Monfort, Muse Model Management, New York Hair and Makeup: Gina Simone, Belle and Co., Miami, using Armani Beauty Digital Tech: Javier Sanchez Photography Assistant: Dan Ringers Fashion Assistant: Elizabeth Jones, KL Style Inc. NI would like to extend a special thanks to Mike Prado, Northern Lights Inc., and to Cotton Crews for location support. For information regarding charter and yacht sales, contact Mark Elliott (305-794-1167).

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TURNING TABLES Whether you’re planning a spring picnic, a beachside gathering or anything in between, consider these fresh ideas to entertain by theme Photography by Vanessa Rogers Styled by Katherine Lande

TEA FOR 2 (OR 4!)

Sip your tea in the garden this spring with English floral accents and antique accessories Silver tray with bamboo handles, antique green plate, antique garden salad plate, Jett Thompson Antiques & Interiors, Naples; blue and white porcelain vase, small floral arrangement, St-Tropez Home, Naples; antique French tea cups, Judith Liegeois Designs, Naples; antique sugar bowl, antique silver napkin rings, French monogrammed napkin, antique silver teaspoons, English Traditions, Naples; silver apple lidded bowl, Fabec-Young & Co., Naples 120 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED

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GO MOD Take a modern approachPeppermint with cool acrylic Twist pieces mixed with organic embellishments Liquid white pearl necklace ($525), liquid coral necklace

Neon Lucite tray, smoke Lucite napkin rings, decorative painted box, glass and plastic candle($415), Pierre & Harry, stick, St-Tropez Home, Naples; malachite and Lucite decorative box, sculpture cube,Naples Judith Liegeois Designs, Naples; clear picture frame, Jett Thompson Antiques & Interiors, Naples

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GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT Add glitz, pop and fizz to a cocktail party with an all-metallic scheme Glass and gold heart paperweight, Peach Tree Designs, Naples; silver ice bucket, St-Tropez Home, Naples; bling-stem wine glass, decorative bowl, glass heart medium bowl, silver leather placemat, Fabec-Young & Co., Naples; martini glasses, Jett Thompson Antiques & Interiors, Naples; Pop Bang party favors, A Horse of a Different Color, Naples 122 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED

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UNDER THE SEA Marine life and undersea motifs make the perfect statement for a beachside gathering Stingray placemat, hand-painted swirl bowl and plate, Fabec-Young & Co., Naples; green tumbler, blue glass, coral glass, glass starfish, St-Tropez Home, Naples; shell and woven straw clutch, Carlson’s Fine Jewelry, Naples; Murano glass bowl, Bay Design Store, Naples; silver shell dish and knife, A Horse of a Different Color, Naples; decorative starfish, Peach Tree Designs, Naples

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PACK A PICNIC Wood and rattan has never looked so chic for a glamorous take on dining outdoors Wood cheese board, cheese knife, A Horse of a Different Color, Naples; leather flyswatter, decorative cherries, metal decorative mouse, woven purse, Peach Tree Designs, Naples; orange seersucker napkin, woven placemat, wood plates, Fabec-Young & Co., Naples; white plastic tumbler, black and white cocktail napkins, St-Tropez Home, Naples; coasters, Jett Thompson Antiques & Interiors, Naples 124 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED

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ON SAFARI Walk on the wild side with a mix of animal prints, ethnic textiles and handcrafted accents Multicolored woven placemat, zigzag hand-painted plate, hand-painted pepper grinder, linen napkin, silver and wood animal napkin rings, Fabec-Young & Co., Naples; tribal necklace, Zebra decoupage small tray, Jett Thompson Antiques & Interiors, Naples; small wooden bowl and spoon, African safari plate, A Horse of a Different Color, Naples; Murano glass bowl, Bay Design Store, Naples

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LIGHTER FARE

LIGHT’S ON

Taste

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When it comes to Persian meals, thoughts turn to lamb, grilled meats, rice and warm spices like saffron and cinnamon. The spinach salad at Bha! Bha! Persian Bistro showcases a light side of the cuisine. This dish pairs the fresh, tender greens with traditional ingredients like dried apricots, figs, toasted pistachios and pomegranate seeds, as well as feta cheese, cucumber, Granny Smith apple and tomato. The dressing, a house-made pomegranate vinaigrette, adds the perfect finishing note to this refreshing plate. (bhabhapersianbistro.com) —Kat Smith

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Taste

Canard For A Cause Duck heart tagine, tabouli couscous

photography by Michael Caronchi When restaurateur Charles Mereday learned that the Children's Advocacy Center (CAC) was, and still is, the only immediate response center for traumatized and abused children in Collier County, he wanted to find a way to put his culinary talents to use for the charity. In 2013, he came up with the idea of hosting a duck

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Below, left to right: Chef Charles Mereday, Children’s Advocacy Center of Collier County CEO Jackie Stephens and Joe Jurgielewicz, CEO of Joe Jurgielewicz & Son, which donated ducks for the feast.

Duck liver mousse, sweet and sour blueberry jam, espelette mustard seed Duck breast, crispy skin, pineapple confit, chef’s garden mesclun, pineapple gastrique

Duck fat and hazelnut napoleon, white truffle and duck egg ice cream, chocolate caramel

feast and partnered with his friend and major duck supplier, Joe Jurgielewicz, as well as staff and other vendors to make it happen. In late 2013, the first dinner raised $7,000 for the charity and Mereday announced it would be an annual event benefiting CAC. The chef conceptualized and hosted his second duck feast last December, with duck as the star of seven inventive and mouth-watering dishes.

The multicourse dinner, held at Mereday’s Fine Dining in Naples, raised $13,800 (including a $5,000 donation from a guest) in its second year. All proceeds went to CAC, which helps more than 2,500 abused and neglected children a year as it responds to life-threatening situations in Collier County. —Teri Evans

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confidential Chef Charles Mereday Growing up in North Carolina, Charles Mereday’s dream was to become a pro basketball player. “Basketball was always my passion. I grew up cooking, but the kitchen was my backup plan,” he says, laughing. Fortunately for Naples diners, the NBA never called. After stints at the world-famous La Maison Troisgros in France (three Michelin stars) and the Ryland Inn in New Jersey (four stars from The New York Times), Mereday spent a decade in the Virgin Islands before coming to Naples. His flagship restaurant, Mereday’s Fine Dining, features an upscale prix fixe menu that changes daily. Mereday’s Brasserie in Coconut Point highlights classic country French cooking (think frog legs and bouillabaisse). At his third location, Alto Live Jazz Kitchen, the emphasis is on a roster of musicians who augment the more basic fare. “I really see myself as an entrepreneur rather than a chef,” he says. “I’m trying to build a business that has long-term sustainability and creates opportunities for others.”

Canard au vin, parsnip puree, chef’s garden root vegetables, duck demi-glace

Greatest influences: I was fortunate to work with both Larry Forgione and Roy Yamaguchi.

Larry was the godfather of regional American cooking, just as Roy pioneered fusion cuisine in this country.

On the menu: We print it daily.

We’ll do something new every day, but we’ve developed certain signature dishes that our regulars demand.

Inspiration for new dishes: It’s a process. First I look for the freshest seasonal ingredients I can find, and then I apply a regional identity to them. If I have fresh scallops or lobster, for example, they cry out for a New England slant.

Wine program: I write the entire wine list. I became interested at the CIA when I took the course in wine education. It’s the class most chefs dread because they find wine intimidating. I became fascinated with the pairing aspect of it, how food and wine combined to become more than their single parts. We offer three dozen bottles by the glass, which gives our guests the chance to pair different options with dishes.

Favorite Naples restaurants: Any of Tony Ridgway’s restaurants, particularly Bayside Seafood Grill & Bar; he’s an icon on the Naples dining scene. I also like USS Nemo; it has some interesting Indian influences on the menu, even though the chef is French Canadian.

Pet peeves: I’m pretty easygoing, but mediocrity really sets me off— anytime I see an acceptance of something as just “good enough.”

Food he craves: If it were my last meal, I’d order prime rib au jus—bone-in, of course—complete with a loaded baked potato and Yorkshire pudding. —Mark Spivak

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Taste Island Wine

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For a special wine experience, head north to Thistle Lodge Beachfront Restaurant at the Casa Ybel Resort on Sanibel Island. The resort recently introduced its own private-label signature wine and opened a wine room designed by Nancy Woodhouse of Naples-based Clive Daniel Home. “The wine room actually came first, which made us want to step up our game to reflect it,” says Sean Ramsey, restaurant manager. The culinary team collaborated with Rutherford Wine Company of Napa Valley, California, an award-winning winery with 30 years of experience, to find the ideal blend for its private brand. Determined to find the perfect combination to reflect the restaurant’s unique location and ambience, the team hosted several tastings for its staff and guests. The new wine room is a cozy gathering place perfect for sipping the resort’s private label Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio, or a bottle from the restaurant’s wine list. Old lights were replaced with elegant chandeliers and a wall with custom cabinetry and open shelving now showcases the restaurant’s vast selection. “You don’t get a lot of house wines that come from the Napa Valley, so to have one for our house wine definitely sets us apart and makes us unique,” Ramsey says. (casaybelresort.com) —Anna Bjorlin

NI ’s curated dining guide for Greater Naples THE LISTINGS

The Naples area is packed with an abundance of great eateries, serving up food and drinks to satisfy every palate. Naples Illustrated has rounded up details on can’tmiss places for dining delights.

AMERICAN Agave Bar & Grill Innovative modern American cuisine featuring fresh and flavorful dishes, along with handcrafted drinks in a comfortable atmosphere. 2380 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (239598-3473, agavenaples.com) Alexander’s Restaurant Chef-owner Alexander Bernard creates healthy, delicious dishes with French, Asian, Caribbean, Latin and Middle Eastern accents. 4077 Ninth St. N., Naples (239-2624999, alexandersnaples.com) Alto A menu of classic dishes and live jazz take center stage at this Bayfront restaurant created

by Chef Charles Mereday. 492 Bayfront Place, Naples (239-261-2586, altonaples.com)

AVENUE5 Diners enjoy the sophisticated atmosphere and luxurious dishes, such as Maine lobster sliders with fried green tomatoes, and Loch Duart Scottish salmon with Yukon potato hash and andouille. 699 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-4037170, avenue5 naples.com) Baleen at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort Dine amid the elegant tropical surroundings indoors, or even better, on the patio to soak up the breathtaking Gulf view. 9891 Gulf Shore Drive, Naples (239-598-5707, laplayaresort.com)

housed the historic First Baptist Church in Old Naples. 811 Seventh Ave. S., Naples (239-206-4310, thechapelgrill.com) Gordon’s On The River The slick supper clubs of the ’40s inform the style at this fine dining establishment at Naples Harbour. 475 North Road, Naples (239-213-1441, gordonsontheriver.com) HobNob Elevated comfort food in a modern yet warm atmosphere. 720 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239580-0070, hobnobnaples.com)

Bistro 821 This Fifth Avenue staple is a long-time favorite, thanks to Executive Chef Jess Housman’s Natural Fusion menu. 821 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239261-5821, bistro821.com)

KC American Bistro As the name implies, American regional cuisine is the name of the game at this North Naples spot. 885 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (239-566-2371, kcamericanbistro.com)

Café & Bar Lurcat The space and the food are sophisticated and comfortable at this popular and elegant restaurant. 494 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239213-3357, cafelurcat.com)

The Local Fresh, healthy meals in a little eatery in the Bed, Bath & Beyond Plaza. 5323 Airport Pulling Rd., Naples (239-596-3276, thelocalnaples.​com)

Capers Kitchen & BAr Casual eatery featuring real Maryland crab cakes. 2460 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (239-431-7438, caperskitchen.com) The Chapel Grill The restaurant serves fine cuisine in a stunning and unique space that formerly

M Waterfront Grille Contemporary decor, view of the bay and fine cuisine make M Waterfront a longtime favorite in the Village on Venetian Bay. 4300 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (239-263-4421, mwaterfrontgrille.com) Mereday’s FINE DINING Innovative menus based

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on fresh, seasonal ingredients by Chef Charles Mereday shine. Naples Bay Resort, 1500 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-732-0784, meredaysnaples.com)

Trust and Estate Planning?

Ridgway Bar & Grill Master chef and Naples institution Tony Ridgway continues wowing diners.

Another plus: the outstanding wine list by co-owner Sukie Honeycutt. 1300 Third St. S., Naples (239262-5500, ridgwaybarandgrill.com) Seasons 52 Fresh Grill The changing seasons inspire fresh, seasonal cuisine in a warm atmosphere. You can indulge without guilt; every dish is max 475 calories. (239-594-8852, seasons52.com) Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar Born in Naples, the Tommy Bahama laid-back lifestyle is full throttle in this festive eatery and bar. 1220 Third St. S., Naples (239-643-6889, tommybahama.com) The Wine Loft Stylish sipping, modern American small plates and jazz. 9118 Strada Place, Naples (239-598-5601, thewineloftofnaples.com)

SEAFOOD Aqua The restaurant’s look is fresh and airy, just right for the seafood-centric menu. 862 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-213-1111, aquafifth.com) The Bay House Overlooking the water of the Cocohatchee River, the restaurant features a beautiful dining room, plus Tierney’s Tavern and The Claw Bar. 799 Walkerbilt Road, Naples (239-591-3837, bayhousenaples.com) Bayside Seafood Grill & Bar Spectacular water views, live music Wednesday–Sunday at the Upper Deck Bar, prime grilled meats and seafood specialties. 4270 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (239649-5552, baysideseafoodgrillandbar.com) Citrus Seafood Seafood is right there in the name, so you’ll find plenty of choices here, but the Maine lobster tower is hard to resist. 455 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-435-0408, citrusseafood.com)

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Taste HB’s on the gulf This beachfront restaurant at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club serves a breathtaking view along with fresh, regional seafood for lunch and dinner. 851 Gulf Shore Blvd., Naples (239-435-4347, naplesbeachhotel.com)

Sea Salt Chef Fabrizio Aielli is a master at marrying organic local produce, wild-caught fish, naturally raised meat and poultry with modern cooking techniques. 1186 Third St. S., Naples (239-4347258, seasaltnaples.com)

Pincher’s Crab SHACK The Phelan family, creators of Pincher’s, has a simple mission that revolves around local fishermen fishing local waters for their casual eateries. 1200 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-434-6616, pincherscrabshack.com)

Truluck’s Seafood, Steak & Crab House The atmosphere is elegant in this fine dining restaurant. Truluck’s owns local fisheries, so the catch is always fresh. 698 Fourth Ave. S., Naples (239-5303131, trulucks.com)

Crave TV Naples Chef Brian Roland, founder of Crave Culinaire, sizzles on the small

screen this month in CNBC’s second season of Restaurant Startup. The show features 20 culinary competitors from around the country angling to win money from investors and hosts Joe Bastianich and Tim Love. The finale, to air mid-month, pits Roland against another culinary team. In each episode, two teams present their concepts and face a barrage of judges’ questions. The chosen team creates a business and branding plan, then puts ideas to work in launching a pop-up restaurant. The judges decide if the team merits investment. “Though we had limited time to work on a restaurant concept to pitch to Joe and Tim, my goal was to show the world that Crave has a unique concept that could work in a restaurant capacity anywhere,” Roland says. “I wanted the hosts to validate that we can produce delicious food that is beautifully presented, and that our concept is, in fact, investable.” Will Roland’s food artistry and business savvy succeed? Tune in to find out. —Kat Smith

The Turtle Club Fresh seafood, fine steaks and chops are nearly overshadowed by the spectacular beachfront setting. 9225 Gulf Shore Drive N., Naples (239-592-6557, windwardhospitality.com) USS Nemo Undersea Cuisine & Adventures Everything on the menu is a cut above, but the signature miso-broiled sea bass is hands down one of the best dishes in town. 3745 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-261-6366, ussnemorestaurant.com) Yabba Island Grill A fun place for visitors and locals, Yabba is like a Caribbean vacation. 711 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-262-5787, yabbaislandgrill.com)

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Chops City Grill A modern take on traditional, Chops serves prime aged steaks and fresh local seafood. 8200 Health Center Blvd., Suite 100, Bonita Springs (239-992-4677, chopscitygrill.com) The Continental D’Amico’s latest, a stylish new steak house and gastropub. 1205 Third St. S., Naples (239-659-0007, continentalnaples.com) The Grill This is about as luxurious as dining gets.

Nestled within The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, The Grill features rich decor to perfectly complement the aged prime beef, chops and fresh seafood. 280 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (239-598-6644, ritz-carlton.com) Stoney’s Steakhouse Serving corn-fed, prime certified black Angus beef complemented by fresh sea-

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Breezy spring afternoons are perfect for taking in some alfresco music, food and a tasty libation or two. On tap in March are two events guaranteed to please. The fourth annual Naples Craft Beer Fest (naplescraftbeerfest.com, 239-250-5085), March 7, offers unique pairings of craft beers by breweries from around the globe and appetizers dished up by local restaurants. “It’s a testament to how popular craft beer has become,” says Jeffrey Clapper, co-director of the festival, which is a fundraiser for the Naples North Rotary Club Foundation’s philanthropic initiatives. “It’s always a lot of fun and it’s all for charity, so everybody wins.”

If seafood and art are more to your liking, don’t miss the Marco Island Seafood & Music Festival the weekend of March 20 to 22. The three-day event offers an abundance of seafood specialties along with more than 60 arts and crafts vendors. A Journey/Bon Jovi tribute band will kick off the festivities on opening night, followed by a variety of musical acts during the weekend. Festival chair Stan Niemcyk says, “It’s a great family event; guests can bring their blankets and chairs and just relax. We’ve never done three days before, so we’re excited to see how it turns out.” —A.B.

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FRENCH Bleu Provence Take a trip to the south of France without leaving town. Authentic dishes are paired with wines from the vast selection compiled by owner Jacques Cariot. 1234 Eighth St. S., Naples (239-261-8239, bleuprovencenaples.com) Chez Boët French Home Cooking At this family-owned French restaurant, Lisa and Philippe Boët serve classics like duck a l’orange and pâté in a warm, homey atmosphere. 755 12th Ave. S., Naples (239-643-6177, chezboetnaples.com) Cote d’Azur Intimate bistro in the style of Provence serves standouts like a Maine lobster roasted in a clay pot. 11224 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-5978867, cotedazurrestaurant.com) Escargot 41 French food by owner-Chef Patrick Fevrier wows in an unlikely setting within a storefront. 4339 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-7935000, escargot41.com) LA BAZENNE ON FIFTH Replicates the original restaurant in France, with its simple yet sophisticated dishes and engaging social club atmosphere. 474 Fifth Avenue S., Naples (239-682-8623, labazenne onfifth.blogspot.com) LE LAFAYETTE FRENCH GOURMET Traditional French with a touch of the tropics in a seasonally changing menu. 375 13th Ave. S., Naples (239-4037861, lelafayette.com)

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MEREDAY’S BRASSERIE A true European brasserie at Coconut Point with extensive craft beer selections, wines, full bar and French brasserie cuisine.

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MEXICAN MASA Superb, true Mexican cuisine in a high-style modern space, with a fabulous lineup of tequilas, mezcals and specialty cocktails. 9123 Strada Place, Naples (239-598-0887, masa-restaurant.com) Tacos & Tequila Cantina The name says it all.

The many different tacos are made with fresh, local products and handmade tortillas. (239-732-8226, tacosandtequilanaples.com)

ITALIAN Alberto’s on Fifth Chef Alberto Varetto, born in Torino, Italy, for years served patrons of Sale e Pepe on Marco Island. Now he cooks fine dishes in his elegant restaurant on Fifth. 868 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-430-1060, albertosonfifth.com)

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1290 Third St. S., Naples (239-263-1955, barbatella naples.com) Bellini on Fifth Italian Ristorante The Bellini family treats guests to cuisine inspired by matriarch “Nonna” Maria. 445 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-261-1117, bellinionfifth.com) Bice A long-time favorite on the corner of Fifth and Third Street, Bice serves up classic dishes. 300 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-262-4044, naples.bicegroup.com) Brio Tuscan Grille The location in Waterside Shops makes this a popular place for pre- and postshopping meals. 5505 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-593-5319, brioitalian.com) Café Luna Signature pizzas, crispy calamari and Caesar salad are among the classics at this casual spot. 467 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-213-2212, cafe luna​na​ples.com) Campiello This mainstay on Third Street South is a

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Taste perennial gathering place. 1177 Third St. S., Naples (239-435-1166, camp​iello.damico.com) L’ANGOLO 5TH AVE Authentic Italian cuisine, including fresh homemade pastas by the owner’s Italian mother. 800 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-692-8480, langolo5thave.com) Osteria Tulia Chef Vincenzo Betulia’s authentically rustic venue and “peasant” cuisine are homey, hearty and delizioso. 466 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239213-2073, tulianaples.com) Pazzo! Cucina Italiana The “friendly neighborhood” restaurant serves moderately priced dishes using made-from-scratch sauces, pastas and desserts. 853 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-434-8494, pazzo​italiancafe.com) Roma Italian Bistro Pizza and Italian specialities made with ingredients imported from Italy and fresh organic produce. 655 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-776-7042, romabistronaples.com) Vergina Italian and Mediterranean dishes with a

modern flair. It’s a popular place for gathering with friends and listening to live music. 700 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-659-7008, verginarestaurant.com)

ASIAN Araya Sushi Asian Grill Thai dishes, along with a wide choice of rolls, sushi and sashimi, served in a modern space. 2650 Immokalee Road, Naples (239-593-3344, arayanaples.com)

tails like the Green Dragon. 2555 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-261-4332, naplesfuji​yama.com) Maguro Sushi & Steak House It is easy to miss in its location in the mall at U.S. 41 and Wiggins Pass, but Maguro is worth seeking out if you love great sushi and sashimi. 895 Wiggins Pass, Naples (239-591-0003, magurosteakhouse.com)

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A Table Apart This place qualifies as a true hidden gem. Owner-Chef Jeff Acol creates delicious dishes that incorporate a world of influences. 4295 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs (239-221-8540, at​ableapart.com)

Charlie Chiang’s Modern Asian Kitchen Urban decor with Asian influences set the scene for modern Chinese dishes and inventive Japanese rolls. 12200 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-5936688, charliechiangs.com)

Bha! Bha! Persian Bistro Michael Mir’s restaurant serves savory lamb dishes and other colorful and delicious Persian specialties. 865 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-594-5557, bhabhaper​sianbistro.com)

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The attire is swamp-buggy chic. Tickets begin at $400; patron tickets start at $500 and include a VIP evening at the Naples Yacht club.

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2500 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-455-4585, fuseglobalcuisine.com) IM Tapas Spanish Resto Bar Isabel Pozo Polo and Mary Shipman (the I and M in the name) have created a tasty little bit of Spain in the heart of Naples. 965 Fourth Ave. N., Naples (239-403-8272, imtapas.com)

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Inca’s Kitchen Fine Peruvian Cuisine Foodies flock to this restaurant’s two locations serving authentic and beautifully presented Peruvian dishes. 11985 Collier Blvd., Naples and 8955 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-352-3200, incaskitchen.com)

Shoppers can stroll, sample and socialize at the upscale new green market at the Village on Venetian Bay. Every Sunday through May, vendors will sell goods on the south side of the Village, ranging from fresh, local produce, to French, Greek and Indian delicacies, to exotic plants and flowers. The market offers several homemade specialties, many from local health-conscious companies, that are organic, vegan or gluten-free. Visitors enjoy live music as they indulge in treats such as made-to-order crepes and fresh coffee and pastries from Café Chic while crossing items off their grocery lists. Other highlights include cold-pressed juices and fresh bread, as well as handmade soaps, homemade dog treats and natural supplements. —A.B.

LAMORAGA Contemporary Spanish cuisine served in a bright, airy setting, along with a wide choice of fine wines. 3936 N. Tamiami Trail (239-331-3669, lamoragarestaurant.com) Noodles Italian Cafe and Sushi Bar Good sushi, parmesans and piccatas served all in one place, plus late-night entertainment. 1585 Pine Ridge Rd., Naples (239-592-0050, noodlescafe.com) «

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Pour Campari (left), an iconic potable, debuted in 1860. The New Orleans classic Sazerac gets its depth from Peychaud’s bitters (right).

Good, Bitter, Best A wealth of aromatic elixirs spices up the American cocktail scene

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Bitters are essential to drinks like the classic Manhattan (above). Fernet-Branca (right) is the best known brand of Fernet, increasingly popular worldwide.

Ask any five-year-old: Bitter stuff doesn’t taste good. Despite that, many adults develop a taste for bitter substances, particularly beverages.

The passion for bitter flavors runs contrary to our physiology. Bitterness receptors on human tongues function as an early warning system to alert us that we might be about to consume something toxic or poisonous. Yet cultures in Europe, South America—and increasingly, the United States—play host to a cult of bitter-libation sippers.

The universe of liquid bitters is divided into two categories: potable (liqueurs drinkable on their own) and non-potable (intensely flavored and meant as an additive). The most famous potable bitter is probably Campari, which is marketed as the sexiest beverage on Earth. Invented in 1860 by Gaspare Campari, the secret formula contains dozens of herbs, spices, barks and fruit peels. Nearly three mil-

lion cases are produced each year, and the concoction is typically mixed with soda or tonic, or blended with gin and sweet vermouth to make the classic Negroni cocktail.

In recent years, Fernet has begun to displace Campari as the world’s most idolized potable bitter. Versions are made by Stock and Vittone 1842, but the best-known is Fernet-Branca. Jet-black in color and shockingly pungent, Fernet began as a medicinal home remedy and morphed into an international sensation. Between two and three million cases are quaffed annually in Argentina alone, where it is usually mixed with Coca-Cola.

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Learn more about bitters in Brad Thomas Parsons’ book (left).

standard is Angostura, invented by a German doctor in Venezuela in 1824 to cure stomach upsets among army troops. Available in aromatic (regular) and orange varieties, Angostura can be recognized by its oversized label and can be spotted at bars around the world.

The other classic brand is Peychaud’s, which was developed by a New Orleans apothecary in the 1830s and is one of the essential ingredients in the Sazerac cocktail.

As the cocktail culture has exploded across America over the past decade, more and more artisan bitters have become commercially available. Some noteworthy labels include: l Bittermens: Founded in San Francisco and now handmade from organic ingredients in New Orleans, the product line contains exotic flavors such as Xoclocatl Mole (spiced chocolate), Hopped Grapefruit and Hellfire Habanero Shrub. l The Bitter Truth: This German company, founded in 2006, makes a line of bitters including celery, Creole, peach and rose water, along with spirits and liqueurs.

l Regans’ Orange Bitters No. 6: Created by superstar mixologist Gary “Gaz” Regan, this cult item is generally not sold in stores but is available online. l Fee Brothers: A family-owned company dating to 1847, it has been producing bitters since the 1950s. Specialties include black walnut, cranberry, rhubarb and several varieties of barrel-aged bitters. l The Bitter End: Located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, the company’s creations span tastes with Jamaican Jerk, Memphis Barbecue, Curry, Moroccan and Thai. l Scrappy’s Bitters: A pioneer in the category of artisan American bitters, Seattlebased Scrappy’s flavors include cardamom, lavender, coffee and lime.

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to buyers who will live in the home, rather than investors, because they want to see stability. And as national and local markets continue to improve since the recession, buyers are looking deeper for deals and avoiding areas where prices have skyrocketed.

Supply and demand are big factors behind price appreciation and real-estate bubbles, Tucillo says, especially in the condominium market. Condo cycles always follow supply and demand. “Developers see opportunities and go in only to find there are a lot of other developers there, too,” he says. “It’s inherent in the condo market.”

Tucillo says investors may be better off looking at single-family homes, where the supply and demand situation is more normal and the long-term rate of return is pretty solid.

But unlike condos, single-family homes will probably require a management company if the investor is unable or unwilling to manage the property himself. “As with any investment, if you’re going to do it, you really have to keep an eye on it,” Tucillo says. “Any investment needs tending.”

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Alternative Investments Where to put the 10 percent now

Investing outside the traditional arena of stocks and bonds is not for the faint of heart, nor for the unsophisticated. But for those willing to risk 10 percent of their portfolio on this complex and mixed bag of investment styles and products, the payoff could be a larger overall return and lower level of risk.

Alternative investments can include any number of products, including gold and other precious metals, real estate and sophisticated hedge funds. While alternatives like real estate and commodities are open to any investor, hedge funds are only for sophisticated and wealthy investors. Most require investors to be accredited, meaning they have to have a net worth of at least $1 million or an individual income of $200,000 per year.

With a spectrum of investment styles, they often use leverage, which means potential returns can be bigger—but so can losses. The original intent of these funds was to provide stability to a portfolio by “hedging” the risk of the overall portfolio.

But as their popularity grew, they expanded to include funds that employ specific strat-

egies that put them at the same risk as traditional investments.

The gamut of investment styles and products employed by hedge funds today means they carry specific risks, says Andrew Lo, professor of finance at MIT Sloan School of Management and director of MIT Sloan’s Laboratory for Financial Engineering. “It’s important to recognize that these funds provide new sources of return but also new sources of risk,” he says.

In addition to traditional investment risk, Lo adds, such as manager risk and interestrate risk, there are two main hazards in hedge funds: liquidity risk and tail risk.

Although hedge funds can seem as if they are liquid when times are good, there are situations where it could be disastrous to liquidate. A “flight to quality,” when investors flock to safer investments with less volatility, is among the worst times to liquidate, Lo says. Some funds are designed with lockup periods that prevent investors from taking money out quickly. Bottom line: “You have to be patient with the roller coaster,” he says.

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Tail risk describes the wide swings outside the typical boundaries of volatility, which is inherent in hedge funds because of the nature of their investments.

“Tail risk can be beneficial as complement to traditional portfolio, but if you’re not used to the swings, you can be caught by surprise,” Lo says. Before investing in any hedge funds, the risks dictate caution, he adds. “Investors should be wary, become educated and have the wherewithal to withstand significant losses,” he says.

So should investors consider alternatives?

Yes, Lo says, if they understand the risks. Just as it does with traditional investments, the type of alternative investment will depend on the investor’s level of knowledge, tolerance for risk and time horizon.

Because the risk and volatility for alternatives is greater, the necessity for deep knowledge of the asset class is crucial. “This is a case where one size doesn’t fit all,” he says. “If you’re ready to retire in five years, a volatile asset class like gold could be very destructive to your portfolio.”

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How To Invest In Art Strategies to make collecting more than a hobby There’s no denying the sexy allure of art as an investment. In place of the more commonplace, staid stocks and bonds are rare​ works of art you can showcase for your own enjoyment and that of your friends. But dabbling in art as a hobby is one thing; investing is quite another. As with any investment, buyers have to know what they’re doing, and knowledge can be elusive and complicated.

“Art investing is unregulated, opaque and illiquid,” says Jeff Rabin, co-founder of Artvest, an independent art investment advisory firm. “So before even considering an investment in art, the buyer should make sure all liquid needs or potential liquid needs are covered by other assets in the portfolio.”

He cites the financial crisis of 2008 and 2009 as an example of how untested buyers can get burned. In the years leading up to the recession, the art market was hot and investors were hungry. Those who leveraged to buy artwork were left holding an investment they had difficulty unloading when the financial collapse swept through their port-

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folios and they needed quick cash.

Because of this illiquidity, Rabin counsels investors to buy what they like, because they may be looking at it for quite some time.

“The general time frame to hold art is five to 10 years,” he says.

Another reason to enjoy your investment is it is notoriously difficult to predict what areas of the fickle art market will be desirable when you are ready to sell. “Today, the hot segment of the market is post-war and contemporary,” Rabin says. “But next year, the market could be very different, with tastes and availability changing.”

Unlike stocks, bonds and other traditional investments, pricing is particularly opaque in art, Rabin says, partly because its unique nature means true comparables may be difficult to find. Auction, dealer or gallery fees can cast more clouds over pricing.

Advisers can prove invaluable for collectors who want to take their hobby to the next level. “It’s like any specialty,” Rabin says.

“They know the nuances of the market, can

guide the client and save money.”

But before committing, Rabin says it’s important to understand how advisers charge for services. They should work only one side of the transaction—either representing the buyer or the seller, but not both— to avoid conflicts of interest. Transaction fees should be transparent. The art advisory business is unregulated, so do your due diligence. Talk to other trusted advisers and collectors for recommendations.

Finally, don’t forget the extra fees for art that you wouldn’t pay in a traditional portfolio—including storage, maintenance, appraisals and insurance, Rabin says. Also, the 28-percent capital gains tax on the sale of most artwork is higher than with traditional investments, he adds. In the end, certain investors will overcome the challenges for the love of art and the joy of owning something meaningful and beautiful.

“The art market is very broad—from antiquity to contemporary—and that makes it exciting and interesting,” Rabin says.

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By Judy Martel

Most people who reach the pinnacle of financial success eventually turn their attention to preserving it for future generations.

Enter the team of estate-planning attorneys and accountants, right? Not so fast, says Roy Williams, president and founder of the Williams Group, an advisory firm for high-networth families.

In his research, Williams found in 70 percent of cases, families failed to transfer wealth from one generation to the next, largely because of a breakdown within the family rather than a depletion of the money.

Trusts and legal documents may spell out the “hows” and “wherefors” of transferring wealth, but for it to take hold, the family has some work to do first.

“Lawyers will focus on structure, strategy, governance and taxation,” Williams says.

While all of that is a vital part of the estateplanning process, it isn’t the complete picture, nor is it the starting point.

Susan Bradley, founder of Sudden Money Institute, adds that because most people tend to begin the estate-planning process with a visit to their attorney, many won’t continue with the process because it can be complex and overwhelming.

“Besides saying, ‘We want to treat all the children the same,’ they don’t take the time to think through the what-ifs,” she says. “For example, what if one of your children dies?

Do you want the child’s spouse to inherit?”

Developing an estate plan you and your heirs can live with is easier if you possess a roadmap. Experts suggests these critical steps to get started now.

Determine family values. “Our values determine the actions we take on a daily basis,” Williams says. “Whether you have 10 cents or a billion dollars, your values drive

you, so before getting too far into the estateplanning process, the family needs to identify its values.” These are the collective, core beliefs of the family and might include descriptions such as charitable, religious, or environmentally conscious.

Define the mission. For example, how will the family use its wealth, based on its values? Williams cautions this cannot be just mom and dad’s vision. “Otherwise, the moment they die, the family no longer adheres to it,” he says.

Propose a family meeting. This will jump-start the discussion about what everyone wants to accomplish with the estate plan, aside from minimizing taxes. “Maybe it’s taking care of other people or entities you care about, for example,” Bradley says.

Call for consensus. Trust within the family is important for communication to be effective, Williams says. Sometimes, the family patriarch and matriarch don’t realize if the family agrees to the estate plan they’ve devised, it may be because they are practicing what Williams calls “cordial hypocrisy.” They’ll agree to the plan, but because they weren’t involved, they won’t stick with it after the parents are gone. “When they are involved, they see it,” Williams says. “You have to get rid of cordial hypocrisy.”

Communicate often. Bradley says regular family meetings will allow all parties adequate opportunity to express themselves without feeling pressured to get it all into a single time frame. “Most people don’t give themselves that regular time together, especially if the first meeting doesn’t go well,” she says. In many cases, she recommends what she calls a “thinking partner,” or a third party who “doesn’t have a dog in the fight, as they say.” That person can provide objective advice and help the family uncover its collective mission and purpose.

Identify family roles. As your estate plan evolves, various roles for family members will likely surface, Williams says. For example, if there is to be a charitable foundation, certain family members may emerge as natural leaders or board members. The future of a family business may come into sharper focus, with the current leadership understanding how it needs to train the next generation.

When families define and agree upon their mission and values around the wealth and open the path to effective communication, what they’ve done is provide the team of legal and financial experts with a “yellow brick road to follow,” Williams says, making for a more powerful plan.

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Springtime draws many Neapolitans outdoors for some fresh air and exercise before the temperatures get too hot to handle. For those in search of more than a casual stroll, running groups like Gulf Coast Runners offer group training to prepare for several races throughout the year. Or, you can strike out on your own. Mitch Norgart, president of the Gulf Coast Runners club (gcrunners.org) shares his favorite running routes in Naples to help you find the perfect path for your pace.

First, remember to invest in a pair of well-fitted (both for your feet and running style) shoes that are comfortable. Norgart also recommends novices start slow with equal amounts of running and walking. Rather than trying for three miles straight, jog for three minutes and walk for one. Over time, walk less until you are ultimately running the entire way. Also, try to run at the same time. By creating a pattern, you’re more likely to turn it into a habit.

Beginners: Start with the two walking trails at Fred W. Coyle Freedom Park (1515 Golden Gate Parkway, 239-252-4062). One offers a scenic lake view and the other ventures into a more wooded area. You can walk or run and finish it as a one-mile round trip, or extend your distance over time. The park is open seven days, but if you want a map in your hands, the office offers them during regular business hours Tuesday to Saturday. Naples Preserve (1690 Tamiami Trail North, 239-261-4290) is another scenic spot that will take you

along the boardwalk and through the woods, passing beautiful foliage and maybe even a few gopher tortoises.

Weekend warriors: Venture over to Lowdermilk Park (1301 Gulf Shore Boulevard North) and run south on Gulf Shore Boulevard all the way to 12th Avenue South. If you turn right, you can walk onto the Naples Pier and then pick up your step and jog along the beach, which will bring you back to the park, covering about five miles round-trip. Another beautiful running path can be found at Gordon River Greenway Park (gordonrivergreenway.org), which reopened last November after a twoyear construction project that resulted in a paved nature trail guiding you along the Gordon River.

Advanced runners: Combine paths to train for marathons or other long-distance races. Norgart recommends starting at Loudermilk Park and continuing down to the end of Gordon Drive and back, which is about a 10-mile round trip. You can also run Freedom Park and then continue onto Gordon River Greenway and then Naples Preserve and back for about an 8-mile, round-trip run.

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LUXURY PREVIEW

A showcase of the area’s luxurious residences on the market.

MICHELANGELO HOMES 239-444-6200 michelangelohomes.com

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Port Royal to Bonita Beach, The Bua Bell Group brings over 28 combined years of experience serving the luxury market of Naples.

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Port Royal $14.7 M - 3 Lots 850-870 Nelsons Walk

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Estates at Grey Oaks $3.495 M 2835 Silverleaf Lane

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Marcello at Mediterra $3.350 M 29111 Marcello Way

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Medici at Mediterra $2.695 M 15211 Medici Way

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Waldorf at Moorings Beach $1.775 M 3377 Gulf Shore Blvd N. #3-C

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NAPLES LUXURY REAL ESTATE

PORT ROYAL

PORT ROYAL

One of the most significant beachfront residences ever created for the Gulf of Mexico. Crowning 4.8 acres of direct beachfront with 277’ of sandy shore this 15,995 SF home is unsurpassed. 5+den/6.2 $68,000,000

World Class estate brilliantly designed and meticulously constructed throughout its 18,172 SF under air. Spectacular picturesque vistas await. State-of-the-art electronics throughout. 7+ den/8.6 $58,000,000 Also available for rent. Call for availability and seasonally adjusted rates.

PORT ROYAL

STR AND AT BAY COLONY

With 200 feet of wide sandy beach, this iconic Gordon Drive beachfront lot offers a unique and exceptional opportunity to build your Dream Port Royal Estate. Also available as smaller individual lots for $15m each $25,000,000

Extraordinary renovated beachfront estate embodies luxury with understated elegance throughout its 10,345 SF. Gourmet Clive Christian kitchen. Sweeping Gulf Vistas. 7+den/7.2 $19,900,000

PORT ROYAL

PORT ROYAL

ESTATES AT BAY COLONY

A landmark residence on large double estate site with 192’ of water frontage offering panoramic bay views, radiant gardens and charming older 6 bedroom home with study.

6+den/6 $12,000,000

Extraordinarily built, 9,722 SF custom estate home, with big bay views, features Old World architecture combined with world class style and amenities. 5+den/6.4 $10,990,000 MAJOR PRICE REDUCTION

Exceptional custom estate with beautiful golf views, sprawls across 10,453 S/F of living area with gorgeous finishes. Includes library, den, conservatory and more! 5+den/7.3 $8,900,000

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BONITA BAY

OLD NAPLES

Iconic French Colonial Estate sprawling 7,318 SF under air only one block to beach. Built in 2012 by renowned Naples Architect Eugene E. Martin with exquisitely fine features and finishes. 4+den/4.2 $8,350,000

This spacious estate with 7,128 SF sits on two large lots with 326’ on the Imperial River in the desirable Hidden Harbor community and just underwent a MAJOR renovation by Harwick Homes. 4+den/6 $4,495,000

Brand new beautiful Old Naples Cottage home with 3,740 SF of living area with elite finish and is located just blocks to the beach. 3+den/3.1 $4,495,000

OLD NAPLES

VISTA ROYALE

Build your dream home on this oversized 153’ x 150’ lot 4 blocks to beach and minutes to famed 3rd Street and 5th Avenue shopping and dining. 2+den/2 $3,750,000

Tucked away in Vista Royale you will find this charming Tuscan gem with refined finishes and a panoramic view of Moorings Bay. 3+den/4.1 $2,995,000

OLD NAPLES

LAURENTIANS - 4C

Charming, rarely available Flamingo Unique, low density condo right on the beach!

Hideaway, Villa-Style home just three blocks Panoramic Gulf views overlooking the private to the beach and one block to Fifth Avenue. Laurentians park from the floor to ceiling sliders.

4/4.1 $2,495,000 3,000 SF of living space. 4/4 $2,295,000 REDUCED BY $300K!

NAPLES BAY RESORT

PINE RIDGE

Enter the lap of luxury with this spacious condo with lovely panoramic water basin views and a resort style atmosphere with elite amenities. 3/3.1 $1,790,000 TRADE OFFERS CONSIDERED

Gorgeous estate home on desirable lush lot. 5,001 S/F of updated living space.

Separate guest cottage. 4+den/3.2 $1,795,000

ROBYN PFISTER GRIFFIN 239.404.8222

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Specializing in Naples’ Finest Properties & High-end Luxury Communities

Port Royal • Olde Naples • Aqualane Shores • Moorings • Park Shore • Bay Colony • Pelican Bay • Grey Oaks

ROYAL HARBOR - 2200 Sheepshead Drive - $4,195,000

AQUALANE SHORES - 1910 4th Street S. - $3,700,000

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LE CIEL VENETIAN TOWER - SOLD

MOORINGS - 600 Putter Point Place - SOLD

PARK SHORE - BRITTANY 4021 Gulf Shore #1106 - SOLD

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PORT ROYAL - 2575 Lantern Lane - SOLD

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PORT ROYAL - 3675 Fort Charles Drive - $8,500,000

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OLDE NAPLES - 76 13th Avenue S. - $21,900,000

PORT ROYAL - 2640 Half Moon Walk - SOLD LIONS GATE - 2919 Gulf Shore Blvd. N. 203 - $950,000

BAY TERRACE - 1325 7th Street S. 2D - $699,000

AUTUMN WOODS - 6929 Autumn Woods Blvd. - $499,500

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Modern home in gated beachfront community $4,725,000

Aqualane Shores waterfront home $4,300,000

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WALK TO THE BEACH - WATERFRONT HOME $3,100,000

LE CIEL PARK TOWER - PARK SHORE PENTHOUSE $2,900,000

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SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOM - BEACHFRONT CONDO $2,550,000

MARCO ISLAND - CONTEMPORARY ESTATE HOME $2,500,000

LUXURY HOME WITH PRIVATE GUEST CASITA $1,880,000

4 BR plus study waterfront home $1,875,000

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Mediterra lake view home $1,850,000

Updated 3 bedroom beach condo $1,685,000

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3 bedroom beach condo, includes Mercedes $1,675,000

Stunning 3 bedroom beachfront condo $1,345,000

Decorator furnished w/3-car garage $1,295,000

Exquisitely upgraded home with 3-car garage $1,150,000

4 BR plus den golf course home $1,095,000

LIVINGSTON WOODS PROPERTY WITH 2 HOMES $999,000

michelle thomas 239.860.7176 www.michelle-thomas.com michelle.thomas@sothebysrealty.com

Port Royal w 3191 Gin Lane

Olde Naples w 220 North Lake Drive

Port Royal w 997 Spyglass Lane

The Moorings w 316 Mooring Line Drive

Port Royal w 3163 Gin Lane

Olde Naples w 590 Palm Circle East

Representing the Finest Properties in Naples and Boca Grande, Florida Two Locations in the Heart of Naples: 1144 3rd Street South, 707 12th Avenue South w 239.434.2558 Additional Location in Boca Grande: 411 Park Avenue w 941.380.8891 VISIT US AT:

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PARK SHORE

Le Rivage #11N $7,100,000

BAY COLONY

BAY COLONY

PARK SHORE

Le Ciel Venetian Tower#1104 | $2,600,000

Leah D. Ritchey 239.289.0433 leah.ritchey@sothebysrealty.com

BAY COLONY

Amy Becker 239.272.3229 a.becker@sothebysrealty.com

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Contessa #1603 $2,450,000

Toscana #204 $1,495,000

Toscana #202 $1,225,000

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BEACHFRONT OPULENCE ADDRESS: 76 13th Avenue South, Old Naples YEAR BUILT: 2012 BUILDER: Grand Bay Building & Development OFFERED AT: $21.9 million SIZE: 7,349 square feet living, 17,699 total SPECIAL FEATURES: This five-bedroom, five-and-a-half bath, generously proportioned beachfront home was com-

pleted in 2012. The house offers nearly 7,400 square feet of living space with two family rooms, a study, media room, a private elevator and a garage with four bays. The master suite provides the perfect retreat with a morning kitchen, spa-like bath and two dressing rooms.

Stunning views of the Gulf of Mexico can be seen from nearly every room. The landmark Naples Pier sits against the horizon, creating a picturesque view from the veranda, master bedroom and widow’s walk. Every detail was taken into consideration in the design of this home, from architectural details inspired by Versailles

and the châteaus of the Loire Valley, to exceptionally lovely glass pool tiles that complement the Gulf water and sky. With endless features and amenities, this gorgeous property is truly a sight to see, leaving little to be desired.

FOR INFORMATION: Robyn Pfister Griffin John R. Wood Properties Phone: 239-404-8222 E-mail: rpgnaples@aol.com

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The interior of this grand home includes design influences from the Palace at Versailles and ch창teaus of the Loire Valley. The outdoor spaces reflect the beauty of the Gulf, which can be seen from nearly every room.

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Sprawling compound and house on 2.74 acres…

Within walking distance to shopping and dining $1,395,000 in Oakes Estates

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16965 Verona Way - $4,999,000

4 Bedrooms + Den, 4 Full & 2 Half Baths Furnished - Dual Golf Course Views

15303 Corsini Lane - $4,195,000

5 Bedrooms + Den, 5 Full & 1 Half Baths Furnished - Pristine Golf Course Views

29115 Teramo Way - $3,595,000

4 Bedrooms + Den, 4 Full & 1 Half Baths Furnished - Sparkling Lake Views

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29061 Marcello Way - $2,999,000

16992 Verona Lane - $3,699,000

5 Bedrooms + Den, 6 Full & 1 Half Baths Furnished - Serene Sparkling Lake Views

17015 Verona Lane - $2,795,000

15813 Savona Way - $2,650,000

4 Bedrooms + Den, 4 Full & 1 Half Baths Furnished - Tremendous Outdoor Living

15450 Milan Way - $1,795,000

28280 Terrazza Lane - $1,795,000 3 Bedrooms + Den, 3 Full & 1 Half Baths Furnished - Sparkling Lake Views

4 Bedrooms + Den, 4 Full & 2 Half Baths Furnished - Surrounding Lake Views

3 Bedrooms + Den, 3 Full Bathrooms Furnished - Pristine Golf Course Views

14822 Bellezza Ln - $1,485,000

29140 Brendisi Way #202 - $595,000

28540 Calabria Ct #102 - $559,000

29140 Brendisi Way #102 - $519,000

4 Bedrooms + Den, 4 Full Bathrooms Furnished - Golf Course Views

3 Bedrooms + Den, 3 Full Bathrooms Furnished - Lake & Golf Course Views

3 Bedrooms + Den, 3 Full Bathrooms Furn. Neg. - Tropical Landscape Views

4 Bedrooms + Den, 4 Full & 1 Half Baths Furnished - Sweeping Golf Course Views

15201 Medici Way - $2,595,000

3 Bedrooms + Den, 3 Full & 1 Half Baths Furnished - Sparkling Lake Views

16551 Cellini Lane - $1,675,000

3 Bedrooms + Den, 3 Full Bathrooms Furn. - Southern Exposure Preserve Views

3 Bedrooms + Den, 3 Full & 1 Half Baths Unfurnished - Sparkling Lake Views

15414 Milan Way - $1,595,000

3 Bedrooms + Den, 3 Full Bathrooms Furnished - Tropical Landscape Views

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#1701 GLORIOUS SW BRIGHT GULF VIEWS, PANORAMIC SUNSETS & PRISTINE CONDITION 3/3/DEN. VERY SPECIAL! OVER 3300 SQ FT OF LUXURY AND UPGRADES! $3,095,000

WESTERN SUNSET SKIES OVER LAKE. NEWER CONSTRUCT 3/3 & 2 CAR GARAGE, 3000 SQ FT, WINTER FIREPLACE ON LANAI, SOARING CEILINGS, BEACH ACCESS. $1,595,000

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#1904 GORGEOUS GULF AND SUNSET VIEWS FROM SENSATIONAL REMODELED CLOUD HOME. 3/2 AND MOVE IN READY. PERFECT CONDITION $1,025,000

#1902 AMAZING GULF & SUNSET VIEWS FROM WIDE WATER VISTA, REMODELED BATHROOMS AND WOOD FLOORS. $1,075,000

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#405 BRIGHT AND LIGHT SW GULF VIEWS FROM OVER 2600 SQ FT 3/3, 2 GARAGE PARKING SPACES. BEAUTIFUL POOL, FITNESS CENTER & GUEST SUITES. STEPS TO THE TRAM AND BEACH ACCESS. $799,000

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#1102 IMPRESSIVE GULF & SUNSET VIEWS FROM WONDERFUL WINTER GET AWAY. RENOVATIONS INCLUDE GRANITE KITCHEN & MARBLE VANITY IN MASTER. $725,000

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GULF & SUNSET VIEWS. WONDERFUL COZY WINTER GET AWAY IN QUICKLY APPRECIATING AREA. 2/2 PLUS DEN WITH APPROX 1400 SQ FT OF WATER VISTAS. $659,000

BAYPOINT AT VANDERBILT BEACH PH #604. GULF & BAY VIEWS. DOCK INCLUDED. 3/2 RENOVATED GREAT RENTAL INVESTMENT! WALK TO BEACH! TOP FLOOR! $599,000

#1503 PANORAMIC GULF & SUNSET VIEWS FROM OVER 4000 SQ FT OF LUXUROUS UPGRADES. 4/DEN/4. FINISHED IN KEEPING W/ELEGANT DESIGNER FINISHES. $3,475,000

1604 CELESTIAL GULF VIEWS FROM “IN THE CLOUDS” ESTATE HOME! CONTEMPORARY MASTERPIECE! 4/4/DEN, OVER 4000 SQ FT! $3,295,000

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#1506 3/3 DEN OVER 3500 SQ FT PLUS CABANA. GORGEOUS GULF, SUNSET & GOLF COURSE VIEWS. MARBLE FLOORS, BAR AREA & CUSTOM OFFICE. $2,950,000

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#505 WIDE GULF, BAY & SUNSET #105 LIVES LIKE A VILLA 2 8471 ABBINGTON CIR LOVELY VIEWS! UPGRADES! END UNIT! COURTYARDS, 10 FT CEILINGS, LAKE VIEWS! 3/DEN/2.5 OVER 2400 NEW KITCHEN/BATHS! MARBLE 3/2.5, OVER 1900 SQ FT & SO SQ FT W/ GARAGE. GATED AND FLOORS! 3/2 DEN LIGHT & CONVENIENT TO BEACH. 2 SECURE. GRANITE IN KITCHEN. BRIGHT WITH PANORAMIC SMALL DOGS ALLOWED. $849,000 SOARING CEILINGS. SPACIOUS VIEWS. $875,000 ROOM. $779,000

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PH-5 GORGEOUS CLOUDS & AMAZING GULF AND SUNSET VIEWS 10 FT CEILINGS. 1 SINGLE CAR GARAGE & 1 GARAGE SPACE INCLUDED. 2100 SQ FT+. WOW! $1,695,000

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#1202 BRIGHT GULF & GOLF VIEWS FROM IMMACULATE HOME IN LUXURY TOWER. OVER 1800 SQ FT IN LUXURY TOWER. DESIGNER FINISHES THROUGHOUT. $1,095,000

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PH-F SENSATIONAL PENTHOUSE WITH GULF VIEWS! INCREDIBLE VALUE IN THIS LOVELY HOME WITH HUGE ROOMS, OVER 3200 SQ FT, 10 FT CEILINGS, GRANITE IN KITCHEN WITH BREAKFAST NOOK. $1,095,000

THIS IS THE BEST BUYING OPPORTUNITY IN THE PAST DECADE! DO NOT MISS OUT!

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$1,979,000

orgeous gulf access custom home with just minutes of “no wake zone” to get to the sparkling waters of the Gulf. One of the finest offerings in Conners. Extraordinary custom waterfront home boasting 3 plus den. Attention to details is evident in both the interior and exterior in this waterfront estate. Extensive crown molding, granite, custom beveled mirror above the fireplace, brick pavers, and a plethora of designer touches make this home a pleasure to show. Soaring ceilings and 5,606 square feet of perfection and luxury awaits you.

The ultimate in boating from your own backyard with an expansive dock with lift.

Perfectly situated to capture a wide bay view from your future custom home.

Sought after southern lot boasts sunny southern exposure. Access to the Gulf of Mexico via Wiggins Pass...go for a sunset cruise or a day on the water. You will enjoy the proximity to the beach, the Ritz and Mercato.

$775,000

3 LOTS - 670 101st Ave.

$775K- $4.6M

Gulf access 2/2 home with 12 ft elevation lovingly cared for by original owner with expansive screened lanai overlooking the sparkling canal. 30’ x 15’ boat dock with cement seawall. Split bedroom suites, oversized windows, hurricane proof garage door, electric shutters on all windows & doors. Custom textured driveway and steps. Plenty of room for your brand new pool.

Triplex sits on 2 legally separated 50 x 135 southern exposure lots, the 3rd lot to the east is vacant and ready to build on. Demo the triplex get an approximate 25k impact fee credit and build on all 3 lots right away. Purchase all three for $629,000. (Only sells as the 3 lots together.)

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NAPLES & SOUTHWEST FLORIDA! JohnRWood.com

ESTATES AT BAY COLONY

$8,900,000

MEDITERRA

$4,995,000

MEDITERRA

$3,849,000

Custom estate with beautiful golf views. Picturesque setting for over 10,000SF of living area with stunning, decorator fi nishes. Includes library, conservatory and more. 5+Den/7+3half (H7921) Paula Van Zuidam 239.370-7653

When it comes to surpassing expectations, this furnished estate home has it all. 9,600 feet under roof, lake and golf course views, Aurora Award 2014 Winning Kitchen. 4+Den/4+2half (H8159) Carol E. Tweedie, 239.290.5592

Luxurious Grand Mediterra estate on an acre plus lot.

Amazing outdoor gathering space. Modern, fine details throughout. 4+Den/5.5 (H8511) Kristin Cavella-Whorrall, 239.821.6330

MEDITERRA

MONTENERO AT PELICAN BAY

LOGAN WOODS

$2,795,000

$2,495,000

$1,295,000

WOW! Tuscan-style home surrounded on 3 sides by golf course, lake and preserve. Spectacular authentic Tuscan details throughout. 3+Den/3+2half (H8667) Kristin Cavella-Whorrall, 239.821.6330

NEW TO MARKET - Montenero 9th floor masterpiece. Spacious luxury with rich fi nishes and sweeping views. Myriad upgrades of the highest level.

3/3.5 (C10694) Rose Mary Everett, 239.272.7790, Jessica Bibbee 239.272-6810

Exceptional Estate Home with unsurpassed custom interior finishes! Study, Media Room, Gourmet Kitchen, Wet Bar, custom marble and Brazilian hardwood flooring throughout. 5+Den/4 (H8785) Jeannette P. Batten, 239.825.4167

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THE COLONY/PELICAN LANDING

NAPLES PARK

$1,200,000

Amazing location with wide bay and Gulf views, direct access without restrictions and 25 ft. water depth. Custom home-lot packages available. This is a hidden gem! 2/2 (H8921) Steve Sims, 239.572.2339

$549,000

Beautiful and private golf course view. Large floor plan with 3 bedrooms and 3 en-suite baths, den and bonus room. Large lanai, tray ceilings, crown molding, 2 car garage. 3+Den/3 (C10177) Diane Ditto, 239.405.2442, Robyn Griffi n 239.404-8222

Bring Your Highest Expectations ™

$485,000

New construction turnkey package! Courtyard home including screened pool, ceramic tile, wood cabinets, granite counters, stainless appliances package, tile roof and more! 3/2 (H7852) Jeannette P. Batten, 239.825.4167 OLD NAPLES 239-434-0101

BONITA SPRINGS 239-498-9200

CENTRAL NAPLES 239-261-6622

SANIBEL 239-472-2411

NORTH NAPLES 239-598-0059

MARCO 239-394-4040

Specializing in

Beach and Private Club Communities

GREY OAKS | Canna Court - SOLD

BAY COLONY | Remington - SOLD

BONITA BEACH | Hickory Boulevard - SOLD

Personalized Real Estate Services JUTTA V. LOPEZ Sales Associate 239.571.5339 jutta.lopez@sothebysrealty.com juttavlopez.com

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LINDA PERRY

Sales Associate 239.450.9113 linda.perry@sothebysrealty.com lindaperry.premiersothebysrealty.com MARTINIQUE CLUB 3003 GULF SHORE BLVD. NORTH #901 Spacious residence with exceptional Gulf and city views.

3BR / 3 FB 2,290 Sq. Ft. $1,475,000

WESTGATE 2905 GULF SHORE BLVD. NORTH #N-6 Luxurious residence with breathtaking city and Gulf views.

3BR / 3 FB 2,819 Sq. Ft. $1,445,000

ANGELA R. ALLEN

Sales Associate 239.825.8494 angela.allen@sothebysrealty.com angelaallen.premiersothebysrealty.com THE MOORINGS 614 BOW LINE DRIVE Live in one of the most soughtafter neighborhoods in Naples, the Moorings. Beautifully-appointed four bedroom with study, five bath home surrounds resort-like patio, grill and pool area with southern exposure. Gourmet kitchen has granite countertops, breakfast bar, island and gas/ electric option for cooktop. First floor master suite. Air-conditioned four-car garage. Beach access is available to Moorings residents through membership in the private Moorings Beach park. $2,495,000

Call Angela Allen for any of your Naples Beachfront property needs.

SUE BLACK

Broker Associate 239.250.5611 sue.black@sothebysrealty.com sueblack.premiersothebysrealty.com PINE RIDGE 172 CAJEPUT DRIVE Begin by entering through the gated courtyard with cascading fountain.

Spacious Mockingbird Lake Estate home on 1.79 acres featuring large, accommodating family room with dramatic brick fireplace reaching from floor to ceiling. $2,485,000 OLD NAPLES - LANTANA 417 4TH AVE S 301 Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere and tropical surroundings with soothing waterscapes of Lantana. Just 1 block from the shops and restaurants of 5th Avenue South and 3 blocks from the Gulf of Mexico beaches. $1,429,000

ARTFULLY UNITING

extraordinary homes with extraordinary lives FOR OVER 25 YEARS IN NAPLES.

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ANN MARIE SHIMER

239.825.9020 annmarie.shimer@sothebysrealty.com

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GRAND HAVEN ADDRESS: 7575 Pelican Bay Boulevard N, PH2002, Montenero at Pelican Bay, Naples YEAR BUILT: 2001 OFFERED AT: $5.3 million SIZE: 6,960 square feet, 9,715 total SPECIAL FEATURES: Experience all the grandeur of this magnificent Montenero penthouse residence—breathtaking panoramas of the Gulf of Mexico, colorful coastal vistas, verdant preserves, and the soft glow of city lights from two expansive terraces.

An additional private rooftop terrace offers alfresco living, a spa, sundeck, summer kitchen and gazebo, plus a nearby cabana bath and sauna. This exquisite haven in the sky encompasses 6,960 square feet of air-conditioned living, four bedrooms, six and a half baths, 10-foot ceilings, radiant marble floors, exquisite details and luxurious finishes. The sumptuous master suite offers a lounge area, morning bar, his-andher marble spa baths and custom wardrobes. A richly appointed mahogany paneled study with stunning leaded-glass entry doors adjoins an elaborate wine and wet bar and nearby media room. The lavish formal dining room and grand salon flow to the west terrace, creating an atmo-

sphere perfect for indoor and outdoor entertaining. The view-filled chef’s kitchen and morning room open to a wrap-around family room. This unit includes a private poolside cabana. Montenero offers such outstanding Pelican Bay community amenities as golf, tennis, bicycle paths, fitness trails and trams to its three miles of sugar sand beaches and dining. A private two-car garage accesses the nearby lobby.

FOR INFORMATION: Emily K. Bua and Tade Bua-Bell John R. Wood Properties Phone: 239-595-0097 E-mail: BuaBellGroup@JohnRWood.com

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Enjoy stunning Gulf views from this expansive penthouse. The flow from the dining room and grand salon to the west terrace creates the perfect atmosphere for stylish entertaining.

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Agenda FOR ART HOUNDS Artist Scott Causey, whose glazed ceramic sculptures capture animals in a rainbow of bright colors, is just one of 200-plus artists whose works will line Fifth Avenue South for the 27th Annual Downtown Naples Festival of the Arts. The nationally ranked show, a fundraiser organized by and for the Naples Art Association, typically hosts more than 15,000 visitors who peruse paintings, prints, sculpture, artisan jewelry and more as they stroll the picturesque avenue.

The event takes place March 21 and 22. (naplesart.org) —Kat Smith

Sitting Dog, Scott Causey

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14 National Art Encounter Competition & Exhibition 2015 is on display at the Von Liebig Art Center, March 14-18 (naplesart.org)

March/2015 Hannah, Richard Segalman

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Harmon-Meek Gallery, Naples, presents a Richard Segalman Solo Exhibition ­of new works, March 15-27. (harmonmeek.com) Lee Road Sky, Celeste Borah

1 Naples Depot Museum hosts Dianna Willman, Adventures with Brush & Paint: Capturing Florida’s Magic, through March 28. (colliermuseums.com)

ART & MUSEUMS

ArtGallery OldNaples2, Naples—Exhibits by Karen Stone and Lynne B. Wilcox: Very Small Original Paintings, through March 9; Partners in Pastel, opening reception, March 14, exhibit through April 6; artgalleryoldnaples2.com.

The Baker Museum, Naples—Face to Face, Artists’ Self-Portraits, through April 12; Florida Contemporary, through April 26; Surrealism in Belgium: The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie, through May 3; Gods and Heroes, Masterpieces from the École des Beaux-Arts, Paris, through May 17; Divers, The Sculpture of Rainer Lagemann, through July 26; Art After Hours, March 25; artisnaples.org.

Sanibel Lighthouse, Dianna Willman

Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs—Bonita Springs National Art Festival, March 14 and 15, Riverside Park, Bonita Springs; Surface Tension:

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Pattern, Texture and Rhythm exhibition, March 6-26; artcenterbonita.org.

Collier County Museum, Naples—ArtCalusa: Representing Florida’s History Through Art, through March 31; Old Florida Festival, March 7 and 8; 239-394-4221.

Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary—After Hours, Frogs and Toads of Collier County, March 27; corkscrew.audubon.org.

Gardner Colby Gallery, Naples—Water Works, featuring artists Claire Kendrick, Doug Foltz, James Lewis and Ken Otsuka, March 4-16; gardnercolbygallery.com.

Marianne Friedland Gallery, Naples—Form, Color, Space, contemporary American oil paintings and works on paper, March 2-28; 239-262-3484.

Naples Art Association at the von Liebig Art Center—Art in the Park, March 7; Downtown Naples Festival of the Arts, March 21 and 22; 44th Annual Jade Riedel Scholarship Competition exhibition, March 13-April 18; The Members’ Gallery: Order/Disorder, March 13-April 18; naplesart.org.

Naples Art District—First Wednesday Art Alive, March 4; Weekend Art Alive, March 14; 239-821-1061.

Naples Artcrafters—Fine Art & Craft Show, March

Harmon-Meek Gallery, Naples—Gary Bukovnik Solo Exhibition, March 2-13; Gabriela Gonzalez Dellosso Solo Exhibition, March 30-April 10; harmonmeek.com.

Holocaust Museum & Education Center of Southwest Florida—Dearest Pauline: A World War II Healer Writes Home, exhibit of letters by Dr. Price Duff, through May 3; holocaustmuseum swfl.org.

Marco Island Center for the Arts—Calusa Garden Show, March 7 and 8; Outdoor Arts & Crafts Fair, March 7 and 8; Second Tuesday Reception, The Art of Steve Malinchoc, March 10; Marco Island Festival of the Arts, March 14 and 15, Veterans Park, Marco Island; Cars as Art vintage auto show, March 22; 239-394-4221.

Marco Island Foundation for the Arts—Left Bank Art Fest, March 1 and 29, The Esplanade; marcoarts.org.

7, Cambier Park, Naples; naplesartcrafters.com.

Naples Botanical Garden—All Creatures Great & Small, sculpture exhibit, through March 8; Unearthed: Dinosaurs in the Garden, multisensory exhibit features 10 large-scale animatronic dinosaur models, including an 85-foot Brachiosaurus and 40-foot Tyrannosaurs Rex, March 14July 5; naplesgarden.org.

Naples Depot Museum—Annual Naples Depot Antique Auto Show, March 21; colliermuseums .com/exhibits.

FILM

Naples Historical Society at Historic Palm Cottage—Full Moon Tour, docent-guided evening tour of Palm Cottage and the Norris Gardens, March 5; Palm Cottage tours, Tuesday through Saturday; guided tours of the Norris Gardens, first and third Thursdays; walking tours of the Historic District, Wednesdays; 239-261-8164.

Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, Naples—World Water Day, March 23;

Florida History, through March 21; themihs.com.

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Rosen Gallery & Studios, Naples—Julie Kimball: An Exuberance of Flowers, through March 3; Nancy Wood Woltz: Eclecticism, opening reception March 4, through March 31; Clay: Handbuilding & Raku Techniques, five-week class, Mondays and Thursdays by reservation; 239-821-1061.

Thomas Riley Studio, Naples—Exhibit of resin paintings by German artist Peter Zimmermann, through March 6; New York visual artist/photographer Kim Keever, constructed tank environments and volumetric color series, March 12-April 17; thomasrileystudio.com.

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Local opera aficionados have reason to cheer along with Opera Naples, now celebrating its tenth anniversary season.

The homegrown company has a new center with space to put on operatic productions.

Located in the Davis Triangle Redevelopment Zone in East Naples, the David and Cecile Wang Opera Center is the first of its kind in Southwest Florida, devoted to musical performances as well as education.

The 286-seat theater will host operatic performances, rehearsals and recitals, and will be available for use by other cultural organizations.

On stage this month: Maria de Buenos Aires, a story about a girl who is seduced by the passion of the dance, choreographed by Naples tango master, Pablo Repun, plus a one-person short opera, Tango. Performances are March 20 and 21. Also, the organization will present an anniversary concert April 1 at Artis—Naples in Hayes Hall. (operanaples.org) —Brooke Blythe

Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs—Films for Film Lovers: House of Fools, March 2, Angel-A, March 9; The Pianist, March 16, Key of Life, March 23; Waking Ned Devine, March 30; Moe Auditorium; artcenterbonita.org.

Conservancy of Southwest Florida—Bears, a Disneynature film, March 8; conservancy.org.

Italian Cultural Society—Film series, Il Postino, March 3; Caesar Must Die, March 24, The Norris Center, Naples; 239-434-3323.

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Jewish Film Festival—The Sidney R. Hoffman Memorial festival presented by Jewish Congregation of Marco Island and the Jewish Federation of Collier County, Yiddle With His Fiddle, film and reception, March 8, Jewish Congregation, Marco Island; 239-642-0800.

Mercato—Movies on the Lawn, The Secret of Roan Inish, March 17; mercatoshops.com.

Naples Jewish Film Festival—Presented by Beth Tikvah of Naples, Above & Beyond, March 2, God’s Slave, March 16, Belle & Sebastian, March 23, Under the Same Sun, March 30, the Norris Center, Naples; naplesjewishfilmfestival.org.

FOOD, WINE & FASHION

Evelyn & Arthur, Bonita Springs—Trunk show, fashions by Planet, March 11; 239-949-4110.

Fifth Avenue South, Naples—Evening on Fifth, March 12; Sidewalk Sale, March 21 and 22; 239692-8436.

Marilyn’s Distinctive European Fashion, Naples—Spring Premiere 2015, fashion show featuring hat designer Blanche Abel and designs from Italy, France, Spain and other European cities, proceeds benefit The Immokalee Foundation, March 19; 239-529-2253.

Blooming Ideas

There is no better way to celebrate the first weeks of spring than with beautiful flowers.

Neapolitans with a penchant for floral design can find inspiration and instruction at three local events and classes. ● The Whole Bloom: Floral Arranging Class (239-552-5100) Join the resident florists at Whole Foods Market in Mercato on the first Friday of the month to purchase lush flowers and learn how to build your own beautiful arrangements. “The idea for the class came from the popularity of our floral department,” says Amy Spahr, marketing team leader at Whole Foods. ● Naples Flower Show (naplesgardenclub.org, 239-262-1272) The Naples Garden Club and Naples Botanical Garden host the perennially popular annual flower show March 27 and 28, with the theme “Naturally Naples…On the 26th Latitude.” One of the largest flower shows in South Florida, the event includes a garden market, demonstrations and a juried show. “This year’s show will celebrate the beauty of our surroundings in Naples,” says Renee Waller, communications coordinator at the Naples Botanical Garden. ● Ikebana International Exhibition (ikebananaples.com) The Naples chapter of Ikebana International holds its annual exhibition celebrating the art of Ikebana, or Japanese flower arranging, March 12-14 at Moorings Presbyterian Church. Along with a traditional ginza marketplace, this year’s event features a theme of “Friendship through Flowers.” Says club member Goldie Wetcher, “Naples is such an amazing place to live because people come from all over. We have members from Japan, France, Iran and the Philippines, and they all bring something different to the exhibition.”

Meanwhile, to plant some creative ideas for home flower arrangers, floral designer Amanda Hayes-Florance of Fresh, Naples, offers some insight to the season’s floral trends. Try an array of bright color schemes, including splashes of dynamic hues like bright orange and hot pink, as well as metallic shine created with containers or perhaps a few gold leaves scattered among the blooms.

“Another trend I’m seeing is what I like to call the ‘modern-garden concept,’” says Hayes-Florance.

“It’s a soft and unstructured look that uses weathered or tarnished containers paired with neutral colors, such as champagne, ivory, peach and blush-pink to create a rustic feel.” —Anna Bjorlin Brunello Cucinelli Men’s Fall 2015, March 12 and 13; Irene Neuwirth Jewelry, PA, March 19-21; Michael Kors Fall 2015, March 19-21; Oscar de la Renta Fall 2015, March 26-28; Peter Ciesla Jewelry, PA, March 26-28; marissacollections.com.

Marissa Collections, Naples—Trunk shows: Dana Rebecca Jewelry, March 3 and 4; Katherine Jetter Jewelry, with personal appearance, March 5-7; Brunello Cucinelli Women’s Fall 2015, March 12-14; Federica Rettore Jewelry, March 12-14; Mattia Cielo Jewelry, March 12-14;

Village on Venetian Bay—Fresh market, local produce, cold-press juices, fine foods and more, Sundays through May; 239-403-2218.

MUSIC

Artis—Naples—Jodie DeSalvo and Glenn BashThird Street South, Naples—Thursdays on Third, shopping, dining and live entertainment, March 19; Farmers Market, Saturday mornings, the parking lot behind Tommy Bahama; 239434-6533.

am, March 2; All That Jazz, March 4; Beethoven and Strauss, March 5-7; Big Bands and Jazz Combos, March 8; The McCartney Years, March 13; Singin’ in the Rain, film with orchestra, March 10-14; Sypert Salon, March 15-17; Sublime Sibelius, March 19-

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20; Itzhak Perlman, March 22; NPO Around Town, March 26, First Presbyterian Church, Bonita Springs, March 27, Wesley United Methodist Church, Marco Island, March 29, First Presbyterian, Naples; Jodie DeSalvo, March 30; artisnaples.org.

Bayshore Cultural & Performing Arts Center, Naples—Rockin’ the Blues Series, Mudbone, March 8, Mercato, Naples; Rising Star Series, Florida SouthWestern State College Jazz Ensemble and Seacrest Country Day School Chorus, March 13; Florida SouthWestern State Collier campus; bayshorecapa.org.

Bonita Springs Concert Band—Free concert, March 22, Riverside Park, Bonita Springs; 239405-3320.

Cambier Park, Naples—Naples Concert Band, March 1, 22; Naples Jazz Orchestra, March 2, 16, 30; Naples Dixieland Jazz Concert, March 8; Music Makers Show Band, March 9, 29; Gulf Coast Big Band, March 15; 239-263-1113.

Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs—Irish Night, music and dance, March 10; violinist Ayako Yonetani, March 13; Mark Vee Quartet, March 26, Hinman Auditorium; artcenterbonita.org.

Classic Chamber Concerts—Two Stylish Piano Quintets, March 9, Brilliant Mendelssohn, March 16, Sugden Community Theatre, Naples; classic chamberconcerts.org.

Norris Center, Naples—Nu-Blu Bluegrass Band, March 28; Tribute to the Kings of Country Music, Cash & Jones, March 27; 239-213-3058.

Voices of Naples—Music to Touch the Heart, 2014-15 scholarship winner performance, March 15, East Naples United Methodist Church; 239455-2582.

SPEAKERS & SEMINARS

Conservancy of Southwest Florida—Evenings at the Conservancy, Filmmaking in Florida, with Elam Stoltzfus, March 10; conservancy.org.

FGCU/Renaissance Academy, Naples—Get Organized seminars with professional organizer Marla Ottenstein, How to Declutter, Downsize & Simplify Your Life, March 12, How to Organize Your Home Office, March 26; professionalorga​ nizerflorida.com.

Friends of the Library of Collier County— Nick Linn Lecture Series, authors Joseph Finder, March 2; Lisa Gardner, March 9; Sandra Brown, March 23, The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples; collier-friends.org.

Jewish Congregation of Marco Island— Harry L. Ettlinger, The Monument Man, on how he helped save 5 million works of art and returned them to the rightful owners, March 18; 239-642-0800.

Marco Island Historical Society—Discovering

21 NAMI of Collier County’s 13th Annual Walk, themed “The Magic Is You,” steps off in Cambier Park with Grand Marshall Krista Fogelsong, ABC7 anchor, leading the way. The threemile walk through beautiful Old Naples raises money and awareness for the National Alliance on Mental Illness’ mission to improve the lives of the one in four families affected by serious mental illnesses. (namicollier.org)

and attendees with one selected as most investible, March 11, Silverspot Cinema at Mercato; ven turepitchswfl.com.

SPECIAL EVENTS

American Cancer Society—Fifth Annual Bucket List Bash, Orient Express, March 6, The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples, acsbucketlistbash.com.

Marco Island Historical Society—Voices of Legends, tribute concert, March 29; themihs.org.

Stababa: The History of Mound Key, archaeologist Theresa Schober, March 3; themihs.com.

Moorings Presbyterian Church, Naples—Hyacinth Series, Casey Cantwell, organist, March 15; 239-261-1487.

Naples Art Association at the von Liebig Art Center—Art Connects: Women Artists–A

March 28, Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa, Bonita Springs; 239-495-4911.

Avow—Annual Butterfly Ball, cocktails, silent and

Naples Botanical Garden—Jazz in the Garden,

Brief and Neglected History, with Dr. Carol Damian, March 13; Florida Self-Taught Renegade Artists with Gary Monroe, March 26; naplesart.org.

The Naples Sunshine Jazz Band, March 1; Tributes in the Garden: The Boss Project, Tribute to Bruce Springsteen, March 20; naplesgarden.org.

Naples Historical Society at Historic Palm Cottage—Garden-Side Chickee Chats, au-

Naples Music Club—Celebrating the Americas, March 14, Moorings Park, Naples; naplesmusic club.org.

Naples Orchestra & Chorus—Spring concerts, March 14 and 15, Lely High School, Naples; naples orchestraandchorus.org.

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American Heart Association, Southwest Florida Market—Southwest Florida Heart Ball,

live auctions, dinner, dancing, March 21, Naples Grande Beach Resort; Annual Butterfly Release, March 28, Cambier Park, Naples; 239-649-3683.

Bayshore Cultural & Performing Arts Center—Spring for the Arts Gala, March 24; Naples

thors Carole and Robert Leher of Naples Beach Homes: Cottages, Castles and the Families That Built Them, March 20; 239-261-8164.

Sailing & Yacht Club; 239-775-2800.

VenturePitch SWFL—Presented by Tamiami Angel Fund II, Shark Tank-style event brings together four early-stage entrepreneurs who will pitch their business ideas to a panel of judges

Boys & Girls Club of Collier County—Youth of the Year Celebration, featuring keynote speaker Sugar Ray Leonard, March 2, Artis—Naples; 239-325-1765.

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Agenda Catholic Charities of Collier County—30th Anniversary Emerald Ball, March 14, The RitzCarlton, Naples; 239-455-2655.

Charity for Change—The “Giver” Challenge, evening of friendly trivia games cocktails, silent auction, dinner, dancing, March 28, The Club at Olde Cypress, Naples; charityforchange.org.

Children’s Advocacy Center—Beach Ball: Morocco, themed event with specialty drinks, live music, dinner, desserts, silent and live auctions, March 28, Naples Grande Beach Resort; 239263-8383, ext. 233.

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Paul Anka, legendary singer and songwriter, will croon iconic tunes from his catalogue in a matinee and an evening perfromance at Artis—Naples . (artisnaples.org)

Friends of Foster Children, SWFL—Boots & Boogie Bash, Texas-style party, March 21, Grey Oaks Country Club, Naples; 239-262-1808.

Friends of Rookery Bay—Annual Batfish Bash for the Bay, March 14, Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, Naples; rookerybay.org.

JDRF—Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Grace Place for Children & Families—Book

Christ Child Society of Naples—Red Wagon Gala, dinner and auction, March 28, Grey Oaks Country Club, Naples; christchildnaples.org.

Collier Child Care Resources—Big Impressions by Little Artists, auction with self-portraits and sculptures by children who attend the NCEF Early Childhood Development Center operated

by CCCR, hors d’oeuvres, wine bar and entertainment, March 27, The von Liebig Art Center, Naples; collierchildcare.org.

Community Pregnancy Clinics—2015 Fundraising Gala, March 12, with Dr. Ben Carson, noted neurosurgeon, Hilton Naples; 239-262-6381.

Conservancy of Southwest Florida—Magic Under the Mangroves, the annual eco-chic celebration, March 5, Conservancy of Southwest Florida Nature Center, Naples; 239-262-0304.

CREW Land & Water Trust—Concert and Silent Eco-Auction, March 21, Riverside Park, Bonita Springs; 239-657-2253.

Drug Free Collier—Seventh Annual Fundraising Luncheon, March 5, The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples; 239-377-0535.

Club Cocktail Party, fundraising evening themed “Boys in the Boat,” March 8, hosted by Susan and Bill Johnson in their Naples home; graceplace naples.org/book-club.

Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs— Annual Bark-A-Que fundraiser, hosted by Altair Training Solutions, live music, shooting demonstrations, silent auction, barbecue, March 21, Altair Deep Lake facility, Copeland; 239-777-8954.

Gulfshore Playhouse—Bubbles, Baubles and Broadway Gala, featuring Tony Award winner Norbert Leo Butz, March 9, The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club; gulfshoreplayhouse.org.

Hodges University—Humanitarian of the Year Award Luncheon, March 12, The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples; 239-598-6159.

Holocaust Museum & Education Center of Southwest Florida—Triumph 2015, special presentation to commemorate the seventieth anniversary of the end of WW II, March 29, Quail West Country Club, Naples; 239-263-9200.

Hope for Haiti—25th Anniversary Passport to the Heart Gala, March 7, The Ritz-Carlton, Naples; 239-434-7183.

Freedom Waters Foundation—Inaugural Kind Mariners Ball, to benefit children with special needs and veterans through therapeutic marinerelated experiences, March 7, Naples Sailing & Yacht Club; kindmarinersball.com.

Hope Hospice—Friends of Hope Spring Luncheon, March 27, Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa; 239-482-4673.

dining and entertainment under the stars, March 7, Baker Park, Naples; 239-263-2673.

Laces of Love Charitable Foundation Inc.— Tamra and Friends Benefit Concert, March 8, Covenant Community Church, Naples; 239-4951954.

Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens—Zoobilee 2015: Feast with the Beasts, March 14, Naples Zoo; 239-262-5409, ext. 144.

Northside Naples Kiwanis Foundation—Annual Reverse Raffle, auctions, dinner and entertainment, March 21, St. John the Evangelist Church, Naples; 239-910-0762.

PAWS Assistance Dogs—New York Times bestselling author Luis Carlos Montalván and his golden retriever service dog Tuesday, reception and book signing, March 11, Naples Daily News community room; and Evening with Captain Montalván & Tuesday, wine and cheese, March 12, DeVoe Cadillac, Naples; pawsassistancedogs.org.

RAMA: The Russian American Museum of Art—“Let the Music Electrify You,” brunch fundraiser for the nonprofit museum featuring Paul and Renata Rozmus on electric violin and flute, March 22, Gallery on Fifth at Mercato, Naples; 239-220-7503.

St. Matthew’s House—Havana Nights at the Humane Society Naples—15th Annual Pet Lov-

Friends of Baker Park—2015 Prelude to a Park,

OneNight Hope Gala, elegant dinner, drinks, dancing, entertainment and unique live and silent auction items, and a Fund A Cure, March 7, The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort Naples; 239-591-2825.

ers Gala, fine dining, entertainment and Pet Lovers awards, March 13, Naples Botanical Garden; 239-643-1880.

Hunger Ball, “Taste of Cuba” hors d’oeuvres, dance performance, dancing, live music, and fashion show, March 1, St. John the Evangelist Church, Naples; facebook.com/hungerball.

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SanCap Cares—Gala, raising funds to support building of a 128-bed emergency room at Golisano Children’s Hospital, March 21, South Seas Island Resort Captiva Ballroom, Captiva Island; 239-472-2082.

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The Shelter for Abused Women & Children—15th Annual Mending Broken Hearts With Hope Luncheon, March 12, The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples; naplesshelter.org.

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WGCU Public Media—You’ve Earned It, Don’t Lose It, fundraising luncheon featuring TV host, author, financial advisor Suze Orman, March 20, The RitzCarlton, Naples; wgcu.org/events.

SPORTS

Artis—Naples—10K Run for Music, benefiting the Naples Philharmonic and youth education programs, March 28; artisnaples.org.

Gulf Coast Runners—Coconut 5K, benefits Naples High School Band Boosters, Ronald McDonald House Charities of SWFL and Gulf Coast Runners Youth Development Fund, March 8, Lowdermilk Park; gcrunner.org.

Marco Island Half Marathon and 5K Run/Walk—Funds raised for Marco Island community organizations, March 15, Shops of Marco; marcoislandhalf marathon.com.

Susan G. Komen Southwest Florida—Race for the Cure, 5K run or walk, along with other activities to entertain children and adults, March 7, Coconut Point Mall, Estero; 239-498-0016.

THEATER/DANCE

Artis—Naples—Whose Line Is It Anyway? March 9; Steve Solomon’s Cannoli & Latkes Guilt, March 19-22; Pippin, March 24-29; Cesar Millan Live!, March 30; artisnaples.org.

Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs—The Mikado, March 6; Improv Café Youth Improv, and Improv Tonight, March 7, Moe Auditorium, Bonita Springs; Moving Current dance company, March 21, Hinman Auditorium, Bonita Springs; artcenterbonita.org.

Gulfshore Playhouse, Naples—The Butcher, through March 22, Norris Center, Naples; gulfshoreplayhouse.org.

The Marco Players—Love, Loss and What I Wore, March 18-April 4; The Marco Players Theater; themarcoplayers.com.

The Naples Players—Oklahoma!, March 4-April 4; Etc…. Readers Theatre, March 29; Sugden Community Theatre, Naples; naplesplayers.org.

Off the Hook Comedy Club—Janet Williams, March 1; Rich Vos, March 5-8; Adam Hunter, March 12-15; Adam Ferrara, March 19-22, Jake Iannarino, March 26-29, House of Brewz Taps & Tapas, Fort Myers; 239-389-6901.

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Seminole Casino Immokalee—Comic Ron White, March 14; 800-218-0007.

TheatreZone, Naples—Bklyn The Musical, March 5-15, G&L Theatre, Community School of Naples; theatrezoneflorida.com.

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CORKSCREW SWAMP SANCTUARY What: Cypress Jubilee, celebrating Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary’s 60th anniversary Who: The sanctuary’s supporters and special guest zoologist Jim Fowler, former host of the show Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Where: Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Sandra Donatelli with Paige

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NAPLES EQUESTRIAN CHALLENGE What: Ninth annual Bootstrap Boogie Barn Dance Who: More than 530 supporters of the therapeutic riding programs of the NEC Where: Covered arena at the Naples Equestrian Challenge Kim and Pete Minarich

Connie AND GARY Sharpe, Kyle Christianson, Jon Foege

Bob Herrema, Sandra Jackoboice

Mary Lou Swartz, Lori Breyman, Ginny Fleming, Deirdre Benson

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Kevin Hines Rosemary Pace, Rosemarie Kirk

Mary Smith, Linda Flatley

Nancy Ryan, Jenny Billig, Karla Phillips

Back: Kathryn Hunter, Kevin Hines, Tom Trettis; front: Patrick Hunter, Ruth Trettis, Pam Sebby

Lieutenant George Welch, Corporal Shannon Lee, Deputy Scott Palmateer, Sheriff Kevin Rambosk

Kathryn and Patrick Hunter

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FRIENDS OF FOSTER CHILDREN What: 14th Annual Comedy Cabaret Who: Comedians Nigel Lawrence and Jake Johannsen, who entertained guests at the Hollywood-style cabaret Where: The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club

Sandi and Mitch Williams, Batya Maman

Walter Schacht, Stan Appelbaum

Krista Fogelsong, Christine King

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Jim and Nan Henderson

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Dr. Carrie Bearden, Dr. Scott Russo, Brandon Staglin, Dr. Scott Haltzman

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Renae Burgess, Mary Beth Crawford

Scott and Susan Haltzman

Maria and Jorge Lara

Patti and Ralph Miesel, Bev Cherry

Trista Meister, Alison Durian, Shanna Short, Rachel Barlow, Lusy Garcia, Matt Sutton, Kristin Vaughn

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AVE MARIA SCHOOL OF LAW What: Queen of Heaven Ball benefiting the school’s scholarship fund Who: Honored guests Michael Novak, American Catholic philosopher, novelist and former Ambassador to the United Nations on Human Rights; and Thomas S. Monaghan, the school’s founder and chairman Where: The Ritz-Carlton, Naples

Vinny Von Zwehl, Monsignor Frank McGrath, Thomas S. Monaghan, Connie Von Zwehl, Gigi Daniel

Marilyn and John Thyen

Tom and Nancy Garlick, Sharon and Bill Schoen

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Thomas S. Monaghan, Kevin Cieply, Michael Novak

Stacey Deffenbaugh Gene Heiser, Bill Bradt, Mitzi Magin, Donna Heiser

Mitzi Magin, Vincent “Cap” and Christina Mona, Moira Fennessey

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Giving BACK

A Safe Place To Land When Doug Campbell moved to Southwest Florida from Memphis after the sale of a public company where he served as chief executive, little did he know he was about to dedicate a powerful new chapter in his life to children. Over the last 15 years, Campbell has been a persistent advocate for abused and neglected children in Collier County. He began as a guardian ad litem, protecting the interests of children in the court system—many of whom end up in the foster care system. It was there he discovered Friends of Foster Children of Southwest Florida (FFC), which provides these children with the social, educational and financial support not offered by the state.

Since 2008, Campbell has been FFC’s chairman of the board, and he remains a guardian ad litem, taking care to identify the unique needs of each child and do what he can to help. Through his Campbell Family Foundation, the Naples resident has also donated far in excess of $100,000 over the last few years to FFC, and has made other financial contributions to several charities.

“You try to get the best possible help for these kids in a system that is not given to great outcomes,” he says.

One of the biggest issues the charity addresses is education. Foster children are often behind other students in school because of their home circumstances, so FFC provides professional tutors who follow the children as they move from foster home to foster home, until the tutor and teacher agree that the child is caught up and has a support system.

“It’s about helping kids achieve self-respect,” Campbell says. “Imagine what it’s like to be a kid ripped from your family, hauled away with nothing, and handed over to someone you don’t know and who knows nothing about you. There you sit with no support system, and you’ve been bounced around in school or haven’t been going to school. All these kids believe the reason they were taken away from their parents is their fault. That couldn’t be further from the truth.”

Through its Project Enrichment program, FFC also provides the children an opportunity to go to summer camp, play sports and participate in other activities, which Campbell says is “a big deal” and helps to promote a stable and safe environment where kids can be kids.

“The more you learn, the more opportunities you see to do something to improve a fairly ugly situation,” Campbell says. “You do what you can, and keep doing it, until you’ve accomplished something. I think you have to help families one at a time.” «

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