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In GIA’s history, very few polished diamonds of gem quality have surpassed the 100-carat mark. Already part of an elite group due to its size, the highly transparent nature of this diamond adds to its rarity. This pure diamond is classified as type IIa which scientifically means it is lacking measurable levels of impurities like nitrogen, thus giving this diamond its pure white color.
This diamond was fashioned into a classic old world cushion cut, with its smaller table and open culet. Its faceting bears resemblance to other world-renowned diamonds, such as the 45.52 carat Blue Hope Diamond and the 105 carat Koh-I-Nur.
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262 LITTLE HARBOUR | LITTLE HARBOUR $12,950,000
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397 MOORING LINE DR | MOORINGS $9,950,000
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PremierSIR.com | 239.434.2424 No. 1 in Collier County (2021). Source: MLS. Sotheby’s International Realty® and the Sotheby’s International Realty logo are registered service marks used with permission. Each office is independently owned and operated. Equal Housing Opportunity. Property information herein is derived from various sources including, but not limited to, county records and multiple listing services, and may include approximations. All information is deemed accurate.
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2700 GORDON DRIVE PORT ROYAL | Sold $52,000,000
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MARCO ISL AND
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CONTENTS
APRIL 2022
FEATURES
94 / WELLNESS JOURNEY Local fitness guru Jennifer Khosla offers a holistic approach to health By Cathy Chestnut
102 / GENTLE GIANTS The unbridled empathy of horses helps and heals through innovative equine therapy programs By Andrea Stehle
108 / GOOD SPORT Black-and-white swimwear and tailored pieces offer a chic twist on beach attire Photography by Olivia Graham
118 / QUEEN OF THE COURT A tennis coach turned pickleball master shares her remarkable story By Robin F. DeMattia
124 / 6 STEPS TO FINDING BLISS THROUGH HYGGE Coziness and contentment are key in a Danish lifestyle that brings beatitude By Michele Meyer
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Neapolitan and pickleball pro Simone Jardim beams as one of the best in the game.
l NAPLESillustrated.com for the latest in all things luxury 20
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CONTENTS DEPARTMENTS 34 / FROM THE EDITOR 40 / SEEN Events with the Naples Woman’s Club, Path2Freedom, The Shelter for Abused Women & Children, and more
INSIDER 51 / VINTAGE LANDMARK An amazing aviary at Wonder Gardens
52 / AROUND TOWN Renovations at two Ritz-Carltons, restoring the Bank of Everglades, and more
56 / FINDS ZEE ANNA
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Seasonal April-shower-themed surprises
STYLE 59 / THE LOOK Luxe home gyms and elevated athleisure
62 / REAL TALK WITH...
The designers behind the eponymous fashion brand Veronica Beard
64 / BIJOUX Sparkle for spring in blue and white baubles
66 / SKIN DEEP Explore the world of men’s skin care
ABODE 69 / DESIGN
A relaxing haven at Monaco Beach Club
74 / INSPIRED LIVING
How to create a personal Zen room
76 / ELEMENTS Gender-neutral kitchen accoutrements
78 / INTO THE OUTSIDE Balconies in bloom
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VIKING RIVER CRUISES
ESCAPE 83 / WANDERLUST Cruising on Portugal’s “River of Gold”
88 / QUICK TRIPS Spotlight on the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street
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LOGAN HOLLOWELL TRUNK SHOW & APPEARANCE APRIL 7-9
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90 / HIGH ROAD BMW’s coveted Alpina B8 Gran Coupe
92 / HIGH SEAS Beneteau’s new Grand Trawler 62
TOP DOCTORS 129 / PHYSICIAN PROFILES
The area’s premier doctors
EAT + DRINK 177 / DINING
Iconic Japanese street food is always in style
178 / LOCAL BITES
A new spot to nosh in Naples, where to experience Eastern Mediterranean and Spanish cuisine now, and more
184 / OFF THE VINE
A guide to decoding wine labels
BALANCE 187 / WELLNESS
A mindful workplace mental health initiative
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188 / HEALTH & FITNESS
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Embracing boredom, straight spines, an innovative new wellness studio, and more
192 / BEAUTY Game-changing hair treatments
194 / WEALTH
Tips for high-income earners at tax time
AGENDA 209 / THE WRITE STUFF
ON THE COVER:
PHOTOGRAPHER: VANESSA ROGERS MODEL: JENNIFER KHOSLA LOCATION: PRIVATE RESIDENCE, NAPLES
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VANESSA ROGERS
The Naples Woman’s Club’s Afternoon with Authors
210 / CALENDAR
What to see and do this month
PHOTO FINISH 216 / NICK SHIRGHIO
A Naples photographer turns his lens on the detailed wonders of nature
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NOW ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS Bay Residences from $3.5 million to over $6 million Tower Residences from $5.5 million to over $30 million For more information call (239) 249-6260 or visit OneNaples.com FLStockDevelopment
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Brenda Ruth Coastal Elegance
This home has an understated elegance and truly must be seen to be believed. 140 4th Avenue North, Naples | $14,995,000
OLD NAPLES LIVING Ideally positioned only two homes from the beach, this coastalcontemporary design brings a fresh look to Old Naples living. Large rooms with an open floor plan for Florida living at its best. This home features fabulous covered/uncovered outdoor living with pool areas bathed in warm southern sunshine, allowing for a year-round appreciation. Intricate tongue-and-groove ceiling detail along with richly paneled walls highlighted by exquisite lighting. The remarkable library can only be described as “class personified” and offers a wet bar and wine fridge.
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BROAD AVENUE SALES GALLERY 390 Broad Avenue South, Naples, FL 34102
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WELCOME TO A NEW KIND OF HOMETOWN Live in a place where you can walk to work, the coffee shop and even the doctor. Where parks and trails keep you connected to the land, community-wide WiFi keeps you in tune with the world. What is a new kind of Hometown? It’s innovation, technology and sustainability creating a life only imagined before, now being enjoyed to the fullest.
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FROM THE EDITOR
On the heels of my last year in college, I decided I was going to become a runner. I wasn’t a natural by any stretch. In fact, I hated running. Nevertheless, I became almost obsessive about my new hobby, cranking out several miles a day. Running gave me purpose, cleared my mind, and provided immense satisfaction. Although I devoured plenty of pizza and hamburgers back in those days, running helped me take the first steps of my health journey, a voyage that I’m still trekking today. What I’ve learned from those many miles of road coursed is this: Health and wellness extend far beyond the parameters of eating well and intense exercise. Physical fitness and diet are certainly important elements of wellness. However, we can’t neglect the magnitude of our mental and emotional wellbeing as well as other factors, such as our happiness, that lead to us living long, enjoyable lives. If you haven’t guessed already, this issue centers around health and wellness in its many modes. Gracing our cover this month is local wellness influencer Jennifer Khosla, who radiates not only a beautiful smile but also a salubrious spirit. Founder of a Naples-based wellness company, Khosla is an experienced registered yoga teacher, a certified holistic nutritionist, a mind-body wellness practitioner, and a certified personal trainer. And, while she doesn’t shy away from training men, she has a burning desire to empower women and assist with their health and wellness goals. For more about Khosla and how she helps others be their best, turn to page 94. Another area resource, the Naples Therapeutic Riding Center (NTRC), is working to help others in the health and wellness arena by harnessing the empathetic power of horses. These beautiful animals have the incredible ability to read human emotions. NTRC provides a stable of equine-based programs to help those with physical, cognitive, and emotional disabilities. From painting ponies to acting with horses through improvisation, the center incorporates creative therapeutic services that support and heal people in amazing ways. Flip to page 102 for more on the ingenuity and benefits of this innovative resource right in our backyard. If you’re looking for some simple ways to enhance your life, consider finding comfort and contentment through hygge—a popular Danish lifestyle that centers around the pursuit of everyday happiness. Learn more about this concept, including how to pronounce it, on page 124. Being obsessed with health doesn’t necessarily equate to being healthy. Wellness requires balance. Wherever you are with your wellness ways, here’s wishing you a healthy body, sound mind, and serene soul. Salud!
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A Wonder-ful AVIARY
Wonder Gardens recently dedicated the Jim and Julie Oberweis Golden Pheasant Pavilion in one of the garden’s four Victorian-era solariums. The Oberweises, who live in Bonita Bay, donated $75,000 to create the exhibit where four golden pheasants and a mated pair of violet turacos fly freely and wander the enclosure’s lush landscape and waterfall. “Their donation covers the creation of the exhibit and its ongoing care and maintenance,” says Wonder Gardens President/CEO David Rahahe:tih Webb. “It also supports the care of the birds,” which were chosen for this exhibit’s habitat. (A limited number of visitors each day can purchase food to hand-feed the birds.) The solariums, built in France, were donated to the Wonder Gardens in 2018. The Oberweises
recently became full-time Bonita Springs residents after Jim’s retirement as chairman and owner of Oberweis Dairy, founded by his grandfather in 1915 in Aurora, Illinois. He also served in the Illinois Senate. The 85-year-old, nonprofit Wonder Gardens is undergoing a renaissance from vintage roadside attraction to botanical garden and nature center. Since 2020, seven new exhibits have been added to the three-and-a-half-acre refuge for 300 rescued and rehabilitated birds and reptiles, and a record-setting 105,000 visited it in 2021. (wondergardens.org)
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Private, luxury cabanas and the 14,000-squarefoot aquatic play area with waterslides and a lazy river join a new outdoor restaurant at the golf resort.
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INSIDER HISTORIC PRESERVATION
Bank of Everglades
A movement to restore the Bank of Everglades in Everglades City has crystalized since Naples resident Robert Flick gifted the half-million-dollar historic landmark to the Everglades Society for Historic Preservation in March 2021. It was the first bank in Collier County in 1923 and inhabited its two-story home on Broadway Avenue from 1927 to 1962. It was later used as a newspaper office and a bed and breakfast but has deteriorated after sitting empty for several years. The nonprofit has worked with a contractor to clean out the building and remove upstairs partitions, has teamed with a pro bono architect, and has been raising money to fund the renovation project. Marya Repko, preservation society secretary and the author of some 15 regional history books, says facilities will be updated to meet accessibility requirements, including the installation of an elevator. Envisioned for downstairs is a visitor’s center. Flick was an extra in the 1958 film, Wind Across the Everglades, and plans are afoot to turn the original bank vault into a room where the classic plays on a continuous loop. Plans call for the second-story rooms to be rented as artist studios or office space. “We’re unique in Everglades City,” says Repko.
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Everglades City was the county seat until 1962, making it a hub of activity that included the first bank.
“There aren’t many villages that look today like they did 100 years ago.” The original goal was to unveil a fully restored bank building on May 8, 2023—the centennial anniversary of the founding of Collier County. “I had a dream it’d be open by then, but I don’t think it will,” she adds. The society is offering tours on Saturday, April 23, to complement another anniversary: the 1928 opening of the Tamiami Trail. Hard hat tours are limited to 10, and tickets are $150. (saveboe.com)
Bidding paddles are flashed enthusiastically at the live auction.
Cheers to the patrons of the Naples Winter Wine Festival, who outdid themselves by raising a record $23 million-plus at the twenty-second annual event themed “Rise Up: Twenty Twenty TWOgether” in January at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples. The wine festival raises money for the Naples Children & Education Foundation, which funds 50 nonprofits’ health, education, and mental health programs supporting underprivileged and at-risk children in Collier County. The top luxury auction lot—“Million Dollar Meal: All for the Kids”¾—sold for $1 million to 40 couples who contributed $25,000 each. They will partake in an intimate cocktail and wine reception and multi-course meal prepared and hosted at Bleu Provence by coowners Lysielle and Jacques Cariot. (napleswinefestival.com) 54
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Mark Middendorf, MBA, has been appointed as Ave Maria University’s (AMU’s) fourth president. Middendorf is a Chicago native who attended Northern Illinois University and DePaul University before embarking on a corporate career in management and marketing. He founded Lighthouse Catholic Media, which merged with the Augustine Institute and became the largest producer of Catholic audio talks in the world, according to AMU. Middendorf and wife, Christine, have four children, including one who has graduated from AMU and another currently enrolled. AMU, a Catholic, liberal arts institution, was created in Michigan in 1998 by Domino’s Pizza founder Thomas S. Monaghan and relocated to its Immokalee campus in 2007.
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Moorings Park has created the recipe for a healthier, happier life. Aromatic entrees all have one thing in common: secret ingredients that come together for a savory blend of flavors. In retirement, this perfect blending of ingredients is tantamount to longer, healthier, happier lives. And no one serves this up better than Moorings Park. Where every residence commands beautiful lake, golf course or courtyard views. And where on-site concierge physicians and personalized healthcare are included. Request your complimentary kit today by calling 239-778-9326, visiting MooringsPark.org/MPInfo or scan the QR code.
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Wet has never been so wonderful with these highly hued items By Gaylene Salomons
WHEN IT RAINS IT POURS Uncork your Vinrella umbrella in a bottle ($24) and discover a clever way to stow it when wet so you and your belongings stay dry. Shady and Katie, Naples (shadyandkatie.com)
I HEART SHOWERS Inspired by the colors and forms in nature, luxurious hand-sewn Parisienne linens ($36, bath mitt; $130, hooded towel; $675, percale robe) from D. Porthault nod to a delicate love of spring. Amano, Naples (amano.bz)
MISTY MORNINGS Create a scene in your bathroom with a stack of sumptuous ombré-hued towels ($84, bath towel; $78, hand towel) by Graccioza, and personalize the pile with a monogrammed message. Monogram Goods, Naples (monogramgoods.com)
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LIVING IN CLOVER Bring a touch of the outdoors into your showering environment with this clover leaf shower cap ($95) from D. Porthault. Amano, Naples (amano.bz)
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RAIN CHECK When you don’t want to weather the elements, stay indoors and immerse yourself in invigorating scents of fruit, magnolia, and jasmine with a Trouvaille Revitalizing Freshwater candle ($40). BRuno, Naples (239-261-9806)
JAW-DROPPING ART Forever feature the beauty of water droplets in your home with Aqua Rain II ($35,000), created by Miami-based sculptor Carolina Sardi and also available by special order. Aldo Castillo Gallery, Naples (aldocastillogallery.com)
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SINGING IN THE SHOWER Just a light drizzle of water ignites therapeutic properties found inside these Naples Soap Company Shower Bombs ($26.99 for box of five) made from natural and organic ingredients. Naples Soap Company, Naples (naplessoap.com)
FOR A RAINY DAY Don’t let the weather dampen your style; stay dry in a chic, reversible, and waterrepellent hooded jacket ($151) by UbU. Shady and Katie, Naples (shadyandkatie.com)
RAIN OR SHINE When you want to sparkle (despite the forecast), don a pair of bedazzled denim shorts ($69) from Sher Canada’s luxury boutique. She Can Love, Naples (shecanlove.com) NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | APRIL 2022
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FUNCTION FIRST: Go hands-free with crossbody and belt bags. ULTRA UNIFORM: Opt for accessories with utilitarian details. TREK CHIC: Update your look with sporty sandals. FRUIT PUNCH Pineapple GG Supreme belt bag ($1,200), Gucci, Naples, gucci.com
CURTAIN RISES Act 1 sandals ($1,500), Chanel, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples, chanel.com
SLIDE INTO HOME 45 studded suede slides ($1,090), Alaia, netaporter.com
STELLA MCCARTNEY SPRING/SUMMER 2022 Energetic punches of color mixed with neutrals add instant vibrancy to an athletic-inspired look. BUCKLE UP Black slide Trekky strass buckle sandals ($1,295), Roger Vivier, rogervivier.com
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The Island, the last and final chapter at West Bay, is setting a new standard of excellence in Southwest Florida. Discover the ultimate luxury address rising above Estero Bay near Naples. It’s an unprecedented combination of innovative design, unmatched interior features and breathtaking amenities. Resident Members also enjoy West Bay Club’s private Beach Club and exceptional resort lifestyle. For best selection and pricing, visit IslandWestBay.com today.
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STYLE How did the Veronica Beard brand come about? VMB: Veronica and I started this brand in 2010. It began as a rack of dickey jackets—that was our answer to uniform dressing for women at the time, and the jacket is still always a best seller for us. We call it our superhero cape. And since then it has evolved beyond our wildest dreams—into a full lifestyle collection with ready-to-wear, jeans, shoes, and swim.
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VSB: A dream wardrobe has to work in real life. Every collection is designed to fit a woman’s lifestyle in that seasonal moment. We are pragmatic in that way. But pragmatic doesn’t have to mean boring or unsexy. Our spring collection is filled with gorgeous fabrics like eyelets and silks. It is pieces she can wear on holiday or to a wedding, or to the office with one of our classic blazers thrown on top. How has the pandemic changed the way you design? VMB: People want to get dressed again! I saw this happening relatively early in the pandemic when I started dressing up just to run basic errands. I think people want a reason to get dressed because it makes them feel good. It’s our goal to offer something for women no matter what that means for them—it could be more casual or it could be more work or event appropriate, and we have those pieces that just give women an added boost to take on their day. Tell us about your “Make it Happen” series. VSB: We launched [it] last fall to profile inspiring women from many different fields, industries, and stages in their lives, to celebrate what makes them individual and unique. We have met so many incredible women on this Veronica Beard journey, and each one is making it happen in her own way. Every woman lives “in the and” so to speak, with so many facets making up who she is. ... To date, we have profiled over 50 incredible women, with many more to come.
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1. CHASING CLOUDS Ippolita Luce all-stone short necklace with Swiss blue topaz, mother-of-pearl, amazonite, and turquoise set in 18-karat gold, $9,900. (ippolita.com) 2. SKY HIGH Provident Jewelry ring with an aquamarine and diamonds set in 18-karat white gold, $13,900. Provident Jewelry, Naples (providentjewelry.com) 3. CANDY COUTURE Bea Bongiasca Candy Octagon earrings with topaz, white enamel, silver, and 9-karat gold, $1,160. Marissa Collections, Naples (marissacollections.com) 4. POSH PYRAMIDS Assael earrings with carved gray jadeite, aquamarines, and Tahitian natural color cultured pearls set in platinum, $29,000. Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples (saksfifthavenue.com) 5. FLIRTY FLAMENCO Tamara Comolli Mikado Flamenco Ocean bracelet with diamond pavé, white moonstones, and sky, Swiss, and London topaz set in 18-karat white gold, $60,700. Tamara Comolli, Naples (tamaracomolli.com) 6. SEA CREATURES Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Starfish earrings with turquoise, cultured pearls, and diamonds set in platinum and 18-karat gold, price upon request. Tiffany & Co., Naples (tiffany.com) 7. CHIC CHEVRON Picchiotti Xpandable ring with turquoise and hexagonal diamonds set in 18-karat gold and white gold, $41,100. Bigham Jewelers, Naples (bighamjewelers.com) 8. ROUND AND ROUND Seaman Schepps Baroque bracelet with multicolored semiprecious gemstones and pearls set in 18-karat white gold, $4,800. Yamron Jewelers, Naples (yamron.com) 9. RAINDROPS KEEP FALLING Paul Morelli tiered dangle earrings with blue moonstones and diamonds set in 18-karat gold, $18,000. Shannon Green Collection, Naples (shannongreen.com)
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COOL CLAY Consisting of a clay that is more powerful than charcoal, Cardon’s purifying clay cleanser ($18) controls oil levels while preventing dry, tight skin. (cardonformen.com)
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THWART DRY SKIN AND COMBAT EXCESS OIL WHILE MAINTAINING A YOUTHFUL GLOW By Tristan Dyer The world of men’s skin care has grown in recent years, with more products geared toward our unique needs. In comparison to women, men have thicker skin and significantly more collagen, which means it takes longer for our skin to show signs of aging. It is important to preserve these aspects while understanding that a man’s naturally large pores result in the increased production of oil and excessive amounts of sebum from sebaceous glands. We must turn to remedies that address these needs, including dense moisturizers and purifying cleansers. Keep an eye out for ingredients such as proteins and antioxidants, which will actively support and rehabilitate the skin. These six products are tailored to the modern gentleman and, together, provide a well-rounded daily regimen.
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SUPER SERUM The plant-based Bioeffect EGF serum ($169) contains barley EGF that can stimulate the production of collagen and reduce wrinkles. (bioeffect.com)
GREEN LIGHT For a quick and effective athome way to remove excess oil and extract blackheads, try Dr. Jart+’s Pore Remedy purifying mud mask ($9) formulated with PHA, green mud, and sea salt. (drjart.com)
ON CALL Using salicylic acid that treats skin throughout the day, the Oxygenetix Acne Control HydroMatrix ($95) gently exfoliates and softens the exterior while providing long-lasting hydration. (oxygenetix.com) WATER WORKS The Dr. Barbara Sturm face cream for men ($215) incorporates a fusion of antioxidants such as macadamia oil, squalane, and purslane to deliver 24-hour hydration. (drsturm.com)
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A fast-forward RENOVATION for a 1983 Monaco Beach Club condo By Mary Thurman Yuhas | Photography by Amber Frederiksen When a retired Indiana couple decided to buy a seasonal condo in Monaco Beach Club, it had the views and the Southwest Florida vibes they were seeking, except it was in dire need of not just a refresh, but a complete overhaul. The couple had rented in Park Shore for years before deciding to buy their three-bedroom condo midway up the 18-story high-rise. There was one obvious challenge: It had not been changed since the tower went up in Park Shore in 1983. In that era, highly compartmentalized dwellings were de rigueur—¾a sharp contrast to open floor plans popular today. Why not take maximum advantage of the Gulf of Mexico views? After exploring their neighbors’ updated units and NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | APRIL 2022
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Top: Enhancing views of the Gulf of Mexico was a major focus of the renovation. The original mirrored, cramped bar (above) was replaced with a new one (right) featuring warm Corian for both the counter and backsplash.
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contemplating how airy their residence could be, the couple embarked on a renovation odyssey. Following a friend’s advice, the homeowners contracted EECON Construction Services. President Pete Emidy recommended Jinx McDonald Interior Designs team comprising Chrissy Howard, senior interior designer and lead designer, and Janine Blume, interior designer. Together, the two award-winning, Naples-based firms forged their clients’ vision into reality. “After about three meetings with the clients, we knew it was going to be a full gut down to the studs. A lot of it had to do with opening up the view and creating more storage,” recalls Howard. “They wanted a clean, transitional style with a touch of glamour.”
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The original front door led to an enclosed, mirrored foyer providing no hint of the glorious panorama beyond. Today, the sophisticated retreat opens to an airy great room with the gulf as a stunning backdrop. Sheathed in a neutral color palette, the nearly 3,000-square-foot condo incorporates variations of blue that echo the wild blue beyond while splashes of the colors of driftwood, black, and gold infuse glamour. Generous use of performance fabric on most of the furnishings allows worry-free
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The antiquated galley kitchen (above) was transformed into a modern, open space with outdoor views and comfortable functionality (left). A large soaking tub was replaced with a luxurious shower in the master bathroom (below left). The master bedroom shimmers like the gulf (below).
entertaining and gives their grandchildren free rein in the elegant but comfortable home. “There’s a lot going on in a relatively small space, but basically, we captured the view and combined competing elements,” Blume explains. For the reconfigured dry bar, “we used the same Corian with warm veining on the counter and backsplash” to create unity, says Howard. Jewel-like sconces—fabricated from textured glass with a layer of gold leaf along the bottom and supported by hand-rubbed, black iron brackets—flank the bar. Walls were removed to open the enclosed galley kitchen and two remaining load-bearing columns were hidden in plain sight after being converted into pantries. The couple worked closely with designers on the kitchen, which features Sub-Zero and Miele appliances and a coffee bar, a favorite feature where they brew fresh coffee, lattes, and green tea before settling into the great room to plan out their day. To separate the formal dining and living spaces without being
obtrusive, the designers created an indigo sideboard with gold accents supported on a base of satin brass. “We commissioned it so it would fit perfectly between the two columns,” says Howard. Elevated dry wall finishes attractively obscure the sprinkler system and sprinkler heads. Bringing the outside blues into the soothing master bedroom adds to the nurturing feel of nature that surrounds the plush space. Rows of custom pillows on the king-size bed make a subtle connection to the waves outside. “My goal was for them to have a relaxing haven at the end of the day,” notes Howard. In the master bath, the couple requested a soaking tub that took up a lot of space be replaced with a luxurious shower. Gold fixtures, NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | APRIL 2022
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From left: The en-suite guest room for the grandchildren includes twin trundle beds; the powder room features the colors of driftwood incorporated in the condo design palette.
Champagne-like suspended bubbles in the glass sconces, and a vanity chair embroidered on the back with a little shimmer enhance the space’s sumptuous vibe. Used by their adult children when they visit, the en-suite guest room features a king-size bed topped with über-cozy bedding. “Most important in guest bedrooms is treating guests to a spa-like retreat that is calming, well-furnished, and comfortable,” says Howard. The charming en-suite grandchildren’s bedroom is alive with blues and greens. “It makes you feel like you are in Florida,” Blume
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adds, noting the twin trundle beds create more space for additional visitors and everything in the space is durable and washable. The husband and wife are delighted with their home. “It makes me feel at peace, and we love the views. This is a dream I’ve always wanted, and I pinch myself that we have it,” she says, praising the design team. Both designers are equally enthusiastic. “Our clients are over the moon. It was a labor of love, and we’re extremely proud of the way it came together. This was a collaboration that made their dream home come to life,” says Howard. «
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Remember Superman’s Fortress of Solitude? It was an icy place of solace where the superhero would go to reflect and recharge. Turns out, this type of haven is just as valuable to mortals as those with X-ray vision. Creating an area in your home that serves as your escape and place of rejuvenation can help you manage daily stress and promote balance in your life. The first step? Identify a space that you can completely dedicate to your goal of Zen. A room that has more than one purpose will likely not be as effective given the inherent visual and mental distractions. Once you’ve chosen your location, move on to creating the perfect space based on what comforts you.
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YOUR ZEN: Tranquility YOUR SPACE: A Soothing Sanctuary PLAYING TO THE SENSES: THE VISUAL: Your chosen color palette is one of the easiest ways to evoke feelings of relaxation. Consider stress-reducing colors like blue, green, or pink. That said, be sure that it’s also a color that speaks to you personally. Use cues from lounge pieces in your existing wardrobe. For a captivating effect, consider creating emotion through dynamic wall coverings. With a design philosophy described as “timeless elegance with modern, edgy chic,” Nicolette Mayer offers stunning wall panels and murals that speak to the theme of calm. Available to purchase through The House
of Scalamandré showroom at International Design Source, Naples. (ids1.com) THE SCENT: Because smell is the only sense linked to emotions and memories, it serves as an important component to creating the feeling of a space. Instead of hunting through the burgeoning number of essential oil options, outsource the selection to an expert. Aroma 360 specializes in home scenting. They create fragrance oil combinations and offer scent diffusers customized specifically to you and your space. (aroma360.com) THE TOUCH: Massage chairs can be functional wizards, but often visual duds. Enter the Nouhaus Classic V2 massage chair, a supremely stylish option (available in colors like pale rose and ash gray) that offers full-body or spot massage with track rollers and 42 deep-pressure kneads per minute. (nouhaus.com) YOUR ZEN: Creativity YOUR SPACE: A Craft Hub PLAYING TO THE SENSES: THE VISUAL: For those who find creation is what truly grounds them, a space that specifically speaks to their
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hobby or interest is key. This can be any creative pursuit from painting, needlepointing, or scrapbooking—some even get their emotional release from gift wrapping. Since the supply list for some of these activities is long, it is important that the space is organizationally conscious. The professionals at California Closets in Naples can help you design a room that preserves order without hindering the creative process. (californiaclosets.com) THE SOUND: Create soundtracks for your sessions. Streaming services like Spotify have preexisting playlists that cater to creativity and inspiration. Try some out and discover what puts you in a good space. Or ditch the preexisting mixes and scroll through your music library for songs that make you happy and compile your own collection. Use wireless speakers with great audio, like the Beosound Balance by Bang & Olufsen to help deliver the vibe. Available through Design West, Naples. (dwest.com)
THE TASTE: In addition to reducing stress and boosting your mood, green tea has been shown to increase connectivity among parts of the brain and to improve creativity. Steep some Blueberry Green Superfruit Tea from The Republic of Tea and take it along for the creative journey in your craft room. Available at Whole Foods Market, Naples. (wholefoods market.com)
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Adopting a gender-neutral approach when it comes to your kitchen can deliver a BOLD statement By Liza Grant Smith
PICK UP STYX The geometric play on modern glamour and organic elements earns high marks for this showstopping black and gold Styx large LED linear fixture ($2,299) by Hinkley. Wilson Lighting, Naples, Bonita Springs (wilsonlighting.com)
UNIVERSAL APPEAL Troy Beasley, design principal for Beasley & Henley Interior Design, embraces this project as one of his favorite kitchens that he has designed recently. “This kitchen has the best of both worlds, incorporating a feel of luxury for both clients,” Beasley says. “The warmth of the wood, combined with the gray finishes on the doors, topped off with antique gold hardware and lighting provide a nice balance. Because the kitchen hood was so large, I added brass details to help soften and define it. Now it becomes an art piece and focal point of the space.” Naples (beasleyandhenley.com)
COOL BEANS Breville’s Barista Pro Espresso Machine ($800) features a 3-second heat-up time, intuitive LCD screen interface, and precise grind dosing, while a 360-degree swivel steam wand with frothing nozzle for lattes and cappuccinos makes it fun. Williams Sonoma, Naples (williams-sonoma.com)
A CUT ABOVE Teakhaus cutting boards ($99) are proof that good products and good practices can go hand in hand. Made from sustainably grown teak wood from responsibly managed farms, the boards are designed to withstand years of heavy use with minimal wear and tear. Sur La Table, Naples (surlatable.com)
A TOUCH OF CLASS Touch the faucet body, spout, or handle of a Litze SmartTouch articulating kitchen faucet ($1,386) by Brizo to activate water flow and keep meal prep moving. Naples Plumbing Studio, Naples (naplesplumbingstudio.com)
SETTING EXPECTATIONS While each individual piece in the Vista Alegre Carrara place setting ($688 for 16-piece set) is stunning, the collection truly comes to life when various items are combined and layered. Arabesque of Naples, Naples (arabesqueofnaples.com) 76
GOLD STAR Ares Oro and light gray flatware ($289 for five-piece place setting) by Vietri shines with brushed-gold utensils and sleek matte handles. Summerfields, Naples (summerfieldsnaples.com)
COUNTER OFFER Sit and stay awhile with Scan Design’s Rhea counter stool ($385). The contoured shape lends itself to a comfortable seat (in white, black, or brown Eco Pelle leather), while the swivel capability is sure to delight fidgeters and animated conversationalists alike. Scan Design, Naples (scandesign.com)
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Big beauty can bloom in SMALL SPACES By Nanci Theoret Oh, how does your garden grow…in a small space? If you live in a condo and covet your friend’s large lanai, create a similar scenario by converting a mousehouse-sized balcony or patio into a welcoming garden spot with decorative planters, scaled-down furniture and blooming tropicals. Just like a lanai is to a house, well-appointed balconies become an extension of your indoor space, enveloping you in calming nature the moment you step outside. Plan out your priorities and how you’ll use a balcony garden. Do you picture yourself cozying up with a book, harvesting herbs and vegetables, or dining alfresco? Is privacy an issue? Envision your balcony retreat, then get started.
PLANT PICKS Start by following the golden rule of plantdom: Observe sunlight patterns and weather conditions, says Michael Alfonso, a garden designer at Driftwood Garden Center who has transformed ho-hum balconies into little pieces of paradise. You will likely want sun-loving plants, but be sure to put plants that do require more shade in an appropriate location. If you live close to the Gulf of Mexico, make sure your plant choices tolerate salt-tinged air. Bromeliads and succulents are among Alfonso’s go-tos for smaller spaces. “Bromeliads provide bright shades of colors—¾bright reds, oranges, pinks, and purples,” he says. “Succulents have a low profile and work great in planter boxes.” Other good options are Chinese evergreens; they’re hardy and provide shade. Plus, they’re available in a variety of leaf patterns—¾silver, green, and white¾—and work well with bromeliads, Alfonso says. Also an option are small palms, which lend flexibility because they can take sun or shade. Potted, fruit-bearing Key lime, orange, Meyer lemon, and avocado trees are possibilities if your balcony gets at least five hours of daily sunlight. Look for well-established trees 78
Succulents (left) and bromeliads (center) are low-maintenance plants that fare well in containers and provide rainbows of color. Assess sunlight and weather conditions on your balcony before getting started.
that can multitask as living privacy screens. For vegetables, keep in mind that Florida’s main growing season starts in late fall. Most vegetable plants wither in summer’s heat, though herbs are likely to tough it out. According to the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Science, lettuce, kale, peppers, tomatoes, and eggplant grow well in containers, as well as basil, mint, rosemary, thyme, and oregano. Established starter plants—rather than beginning with seed—are recommended for the best success.
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CONTAINERS & COMFORT Containers offer virtually endless opportunities to define your balcony’s aesthetic with a variety of sizes and styles—¾from contemporary concrete to utilitarian stone and colorful, ceramic-like Talavera. Be sure to match the plant’s root system and requirements to the pot and place a tray underneath to catch water. Furniture enhances a small balcony’s style and function. Consider a love seat, end table, café table and chairs, and benches in fabrics and finishes designed to hold up to Florida weather. Powder-coated aluminum and teak frames are the best options, says Alfonso. Garden stools also add seating without taking up too much room. If furniture puts floor space at a premium, maximize it with vertical gardens based on the ground or on a wall system suitable for your balcony. Think of your balcony’s walls and ceilings as a blank canvas for a trellis and vining plants, weatherproof art, decor made from organic materials, such as driftwood, and hanging plants. Make sure your selections aren’t too heavy ¾or prohibited by association rules. Outdoor lighting and area rugs complete the look, as do statues and fountains. Lightweight or tabletop versions made of resin can emulate the appearance of sandstone, granite, and marble. «
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ESCAPE Viking River Cruises’ 10-day “River of Gold” itinerary showcases magnificent views of Portugal’s Douro River and the cityscape of Porto.
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Discover a historic wine region, explore charming villages, and stroll ancient citadels while sailing through Portugal’s Douro River By Michelle Payer
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Scenes from Viking’s “River of Gold” cruise, clockwise from above: The city of Porto; steep hills along the Douro River; the Tower of Belém; the Jerónimos Monastery.
As international travel and cruising slowly reenter the realm of normal, a wide world of river cruises awaits—and one country inviting exploration by water is Portugal. In the years before the pandemic, Viking River Cruises unveiled the Helgrim, one of its baby Longships built to traverse Portugal’s Douro River and navigate its five narrow locks within a 10-day “River of Gold” itinerary. These 262-foot ships are more intimate than Viking’s famed Longships, with 53 staterooms that accommodate just 106 guests. The rooftop pool is a highlight, as is the Aquavit Terrace on the ship’s bow that makes for a convivial alfresco gathering place. A 36-person crew creates a luxury experience with attentive service, informative guides, and enhanced amenities. Viking’s promise to be “the thinking person’s cruise” is in full effect on its “River of Gold” vacation, which starts with two full days in Lisbon. Guests will see the Tower of Belém and enjoy guided tours of the Jerónimos Monastery and the Maritime Museum, where Portugal’s powerful trade history is brought to life with original Indian 84
spices, maps, navigation tools, sunken treasure, and intricately carved royal ships. Walking tours also venture deep into colorful neighborhoods, with stops at tucked-away restaurants for local fare and ever-present Port wine. Lisbon is one of Europe’s most elegant metropolises. Its inlaid stone sidewalks, hand-painted building tiles, and yellow cable cars that climb its eight steep hills create a romantic ambience rarely expressed in capital cities. The second weekend of every month—as well as the fourth weekend from May to October—artisans, cobblers, and antique dealers ply their trades under a canopy of trees on Avenida de Liberdade, the city’s main street directly outside the Tivoli hotel. After your time in Lisbon, you’ll travel to Porto, Portugal’s second largest city and the birthplace of the country’s signature wine. This is also where you’ll officially board the ship at the dock at Vila Nova de Gaia. Here—and daily—Viking passengers must make difficult choices about tours, as each is carefully selected to appeal to outdoor enthusiasts, historians, gastronomes, and curious travelers. Those who embark on the roughly 3.5-mile Porto City Hike will come across medieval streets originally settled by the Romans, stone homes and restaurants built in the seventeenth century, and the Church of Saint Francis with its magnificently gilded interiors. History, food, and Port dominate this Douro Valley sojourn, the only region in the world in which Port is made. Apple, orange, almond, and olive groves decorate the hillsides, and the scent of vineyards and Port cellars permeates the air. Grape harvests run from September 15 to October 15, when travelers can visit grand estates and participate in picking, stomping, and fermenting. Outside of the harvest season, Viking guests can instead head to a nineteenth-century estate
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to partake in a private Port-blending class. Warning: Math is involved. A local sommelier sets up a tabletop lab within the family villa, where you will create a 750-ml bottle of Tawny Port by blending just the right amount of five-, 10-, and 20-year Ports. As you mix, a memorable science project unfolds, with the serenade of a fountain, the aromas of bougainvillea, and the backdrop of gardens, vineyards, and stone steps setting a fairy-tale scene. Cultural immersion is at the forefront of any Viking river cruise, and one of the most extraordinary tours offered to passengers is in Favaios. An excursion to this tiny village is available on the Pinhão leg of the cruise and includes a breadmaking demonstration, with bakers making their loaves in ovens heated with wood and grapevines. You’ll also visit the Bread and Wine Museum and have lunch at the Quinta da Avessada wine estate. If it sounds like you’re on the move with this trip, you are. Though nearly every guest room has a balcony from which to watch Portugal’s
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Clockwise from top left: A view of the Douro River from the ship’s lounge; the lounge’s bar; the Quinta da Avessada wine estate; the Douro River’s signature landscape, replete with striking hills and vineyards.
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From far left: Cataplana, a traditional Portuguese stew; the Douro Valley is the only region in the world in which Port is made.
rolling hills, verdant vineyards, and grand estates glide by, only one day is reserved for scenic river cruising. The country’s law dictates that no ships can ply the Douro at night, thus the Helgrim and others dock every evening in another sleepy town. Late-dusk strolls through quiet hamlets lead to sunset views, hauntingly beautiful abandoned train stations, and unexpected invitations from locals hollering from tiny bodegas. Back on board, regional tasting menus ac-
company classic culinary offerings. Diners can expect dishes such as a traditional Portuguese stew known as cataplana, the famed jamón ibérico, and desserts like pastel de nata, an egg custard tart. Service is on par with any Michelinstar restaurant, and open seating allows guests to change up dinner partners. Nightly sommelier recommendations include a revolving selection of the region’s best wines—with Port flowing freely and crew, guests, and local performers engaging in the evening’s entertainment. While the pandemic has made traveling abroad and by boat somewhat unpredictable,
Viking River Cruises has taken precautions to help ensure the safety and health of its passengers and crew, including COVID-19 vaccination requirements, noninvasive saliva PCR tests, new air purification technology, and complimentary PCR testing before outbound flights, if needed. Prior to your cruise, visit Viking’s website for the most up-to-date protocols. Travel has undeniably changed, but smallship cruising within a bubble of luxury and safety checks grants more personalization and bigger adventures. And this is one trip to put on your bucket list. (vikingrivercruises.com) «
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The five-star JW Marriott Tampa Water Street reflects the city’s evolution By Mary Murray If you haven’t been to downtown Tampa in a while, there are a lot of new experiences, places, bites, and sights in store. The city is experiencing a renaissance of sorts, propelled in part by its championshipwinning sports teams and an infusion of millennials planting roots and raising families in the area. Leading the way is the Tampa Riverwalk and Channel District. Here, next door to the Amalie Arena, you’ll find the new JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, a sleek addition to the skyline that acts as a chic second home for travelers and locals alike. From top to bottom, this property combines sophisticated surrounds with an inviting atmosphere inclusive of restaurants, amenities, and unique accommodations. A standout offering among the hotel’s 519 rooms and suites are the Stay Well rooms, which boast elements geared toward improving well-being, such as advanced air-purification systems and circadian lighting. Head to the sixth floor to continue this wellness trajectory at the Spa by JW and the rooftop pool and lounge area. Spend the day in a poolside cabana, escaping to the adjacent Six restaurant for a light lunch or evening cocktails overlooking Tampa. When hunger hits, you can also venture over to the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street’s sister Marriott property to dine on the Garrison Channel at Anchor & Brine, which specializes in what Matthew Brennan, the resort’s executive chef, describes as coastal Florida cuisine with a Latin influence. Sense of place and seasonality play a role across many of the on-site restaurant concepts, with Brennan sourcing local lettuces from Brick Street Farms in St. Petersburg and tomatoes from The Villages Grown. But perhaps no space exudes the essence of Water Street quite like the JW Marriot’s lobby area. Here, mid-century modern decor and soaring design elements cradle communal gathering spots. Sip on a nightcap at the Driftlight Lounge bar or savor a morning pastry by chef Natalia Meshalkina at the JW Market coffee house. 88
Scenes from the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, clockwise from top left: Rooftop pool; lobby lounge; interior of Driftlight restaurant; cocktail at Six.
Anchoring it all is Driftlight, the JW Marriott’s signature restaurant. The scene is Mad Men meets twenty-first-century urban cool, with wraparound booths that invite intimate conversation. Start the day with a breakfast of chicken sausage hash, acai bowls, or lemon poppy seed pancakes that are bright, light, and just the right amount of sweet. Come evening, Driftlight transforms into an upscale steak house with a Florida twist. Sous chef Dylan Rebuck has taken the reins of the restaurant’s dryaging program, which enhances a menu dotted with Floridian ingredients like grouper and Latin touches including a chimichurri steak sauce. Driftlight captures the essence of the hotel as a whole— a hip hangout for discerning travelers who enjoy the finer things in life but don’t sweat the small stuff. Whether it be for dinner, a spa treatment, or the entire weekend, a visit to the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street is much like the city itself: up-andcoming, carefree, and a whole lot of fun. (jwmarriotttampa waterstreet.com) «
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BMW’s sensational 612-hp Alpina B8 Gran Coupe offers the ultimate in sophisticated performance By Howard Walker BMW design has become a little, shall we say, eccentric as of late. It seems each model is all swollen kidney grilles, creased and crumpled bodywork, and cartoonish proportions. Case in point: the all-new iX electric sport-ute, which looks like it came from the Etch A Sketch of some sugared-up 4-year-old. But there’s one design masterpiece in the burgeoning BMW lineup that never fails to spin heads and deliver endless oohhs and aahhs: the stunning 8 Series Gran Coupe. This sensuous four-door fastback—with its low-slung bulldog stance, raked-back windshield, and swoopy roofline—is one of the most gorgeous automobiles money can buy. Want to increase the appeal of the 8 Series Gran Coupe even further and ensure you become part of an ultra-exclusive group of owners? Then opt for the Alpina version. Alpina is BMW’s performance division—kind of like Mercedes’ AMG setup but on a much smaller scale. Around 1,700 Alpinas are produced each year, split between the 7 Series–based B7, the honking X7-based XB7, and the B8 Gran Coupe. Alpina develops all three models, which BMW then builds and sells exclusively in the United States, backed by a 90
full BMW warranty. Of that 1,700, fewer than 400 find their way to the States. This latest 612-horsepower $140,000 Alpina B8 Gran Coupe is the purest of the three. Without a doubt, it is the most coveted performance BMW in production. Yes, there’s a 617-horsepower M8 Competition Gran Coupe that’s faster, more hardcore, and around $10,000 cheaper. But what the Alpina delivers is staggering performance paired with true luxury, refinement, and exclusivity. See it out on the street and the B8 is instantly recognizable, with those trademark 20-spoke, 21-inch Alpina alloys wrapped in custom Pirelli rubber. They demand just about as much attention as the bright, cobalt-blue brake calipers ready to clamp down on rotors the size of XXL pizzas. Bodywork updates include a reworked front bumper with bigger, air-gulping intakes and a new lower apron sporting that distinctive Alpina script. At the rear, there’s a sleek decklid spoiler and a quartet
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PRICE: FROM $139,900 ENGINE: 4.4-LITER TWINTURBO V8 POWER: 612 HP TORQUE: 590 LB-FT TRANSMISSION: 8-SPEED AUTOMATIC 0-60: 3.3 SECONDS TOP SPEED: 201 MPH LENGTH/WIDTH: 200/76 INCHES WEIGHT: 4,831 POUNDS WHY WE LOVE IT: BECAUSE IT COMBINES SPEED AND STYLE IN A HIGHLY EXCLUSIVE PACKAGE.
of fire-breathing ovoid tailpipes attached to an Alpina-developed exhaust. When it comes to the paint job, there are 13 colors to choose from, but why would anyone stray from the trademark Alpina Green Metallic of our test car or the equally gorgeous Alpina Metallic Blue? Inside, it’s all glove-soft Merino leather and black walnut trim, plus an almost comically thick Alpina wheel with signature blue and green stitching. A somewhat odd addition is the laser-etched crystal glass shift knob embossed with the Alpina logo. But it’s the beating heart under the hood that makes this Alpina Gran Coupe so special. While it’s the same twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 used in
the standard 850i Gran Coupe, Alpina ups the horsepower to 612. More importantly, max torque increases to a mighty 590 pound-feet. That’s 37 lb-ft more than the track-focused M8 Competition Coupe packs. The B8 is quick—as in standstill to 60 in 3.3 seconds, with forward motion not ceasing until the speedo needle is showing 201 mph. Coupled to an Alpina-programmed 8-speed ZF automatic, shifts are lightning fast and light-switch responsive. But the quirky buttons instead of the stock BMW paddle shifters are just plain silly and an example of change for the sake of change. Back on the plus side, Alpina’s tuning wizards scattered their pixie dust all over the stock suspension, active anti-roll bars, xDrive allwheel drive, and rear-wheel steering to ensure the B8 corners like it’s running on invisible rails. But what truly sets the car apart is the stellar quality of its ride. Whereas the M8 Competition Gran Coupe will chatter teeth and jiggle eyeballs, the Alpina soaks up lumps and l FOLLOW HOWARD WALKER’S bumps with astonishing alacrity. THE WHEEL WORLD BLOG ON Performance with refinement. NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM What a concept. «
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Grand DESIGN Beneteau’s new Grand Trawler 62 loves taking it easy but has the power to get up and go By Howard Walker You won’t find it listed in The New England Journal of Medicine or even on WebMD, but there’s a condition afflicting buyers of trawlerstyle motor yachts. It’s called SAS—short for speed anxiety syndrome—and it’s on the rise. These owners know they’ll spend 99 percent of their cruising days watching the world go by at a nice-and-easy 9 or 10 knots, ensuring no rum punch ever spills. And yet, should they need to open the taps and get home fast—say, at the first sign of a thunderhead or the impending arrival of happy hour at the yacht club—they want their vessel to deliver. With the SAS sufferer in mind, French trawler yacht builder Beneteau has introduced a gorgeous new flagship known as the Grand Trawler 62. While it was designed to cruise for days on end at whisper-quiet, single-digit 92
speeds, the 62 boasts a pair of 730hp MAN diesels ready to punch to 20 knots when the need arises. This new Grand Trawler 62 replaces the much-loved Swift Trawler 52 and is the result of numerous conversations with existing Swift Trawler owners. They asked for a softer-riding, wave-cleaving, displacement-style hull for 1,000-miles-on-one-tank passages, but one that could still get up and go. To achieve the desired result, oh-so-French Beneteau turned to Italy, enlisting Italian naval architects Micad to design the round bilge displacement hull and Nauta Design in Milan to create the interior layout. Beneteau even built the 62 at the Monfalcone, Italy, yard of Monte Carlo Yachts, now part of Groupe Beneteau.
The result is a yacht that offers the best of trawler-style comfort and design. That means a near 18-foot beam that’s carried almost all the way to the bow for massive interior volumes, as well as a reverse-angle windshield and side-deck overhangs. The towering bow and lofty hull sides yield plenty of real estate to accommodate huge rectangular windows that flood the lower cabins with light.
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Because cruising is all about enjoying outdoor space, the 62 features a flybridge that looks big enough to land a Learjet on. There are acres of sunpads plus plenty of seating and an outdoor kitchen. Above it, a fiberglass hardtop provides shade, though at the press of a button a large sunroof powers open. But it would be hard for anyone aboard to drag themselves away from the covered and enclosable lower back deck, with its L-shaped sofa, extendable table, and elevated, rear-facing views. It’s perfect for taking in the action on the parking-lot-sized swim platform below. Sliding-glass doors lead into the open-plan salon and helm area. Lovely design features here include expansive windows, a galley that can be closed off with sliding windows, and a raised sofa/daybed alongside the twin helm seats. The boat on view at the recent Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show also came with un-trawler-like light-oak veneers, off-white walls and ceilings, and dark wenge floors that gave the yacht a hip, ultra-modern look.
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PRICE: $2,970,000 LENGTH: 62 FEET BEAM: 17 FEET, 10 INCHES DRAFT: 4 FEET, 7 INCHES POWER: 2 X 730-HP MAN DIESELS TOP SPEED: 23 MPH WHY WE LOVE IT: BECAUSE IT OFFERS THE PERFECT CURE FOR SPEED ANXIETY SYNDROME.
Below deck, the standard layout is for three en-suite cabins, including a cavernous owner’s suite amidships, a VIP guest suite in the bow, and a twin-berth guest cabin. The spacious feeling is heightened by 6-and-a-half feet of headroom and that sprawling beam. The superior quality and craftsmanship of this new Grand Trawler 62 are reflected in the price, which starts at just under $3 million. And there’s nothing gimmicky or contrived here—it’s just well-thought-out design and bulletproof construction. A “grand” trawler indeed. «
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WELLNESS JENNIFER KHOSLA PROVIDES A PATH TO HOLISTIC HEALTH THAT TUNES BOTH MIND AND BODY By CATHY CHESTNUT Photography by JONTEL FRANCIS, Jontel Chere Photography
Jennifer Khosla is the founder of Naples-based wellness company Lean and Green Body.
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even years ago, Ron Nordmann decided to try yoga with Jennifer Khosla, and he’s still at it today. “She’s kept me in such good shape as I approach my 81st birthday. I’m at my high school weight and feel as well as I ever have in my adult life,” he reports. “I attribute a great deal of that to her.” Nordmann says maintaining balance is an important goal, as well as protecting trouble spots, such as his occasionally bothersome back and hips, while stretching and strengthening the rest of his body. “One of the things everyone my age worries about is falling,” he explains. In his yoga sessions, “we do an amazing amount of balancing work. Thank goodness I’ve never fallen.” When in-person yoga sessions went virtual during the pandemic, Nordmann and Khosla maintained their three-
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times-a-week meetings via FaceTime—the Monday and Wednesday sessions, anyway. Each Tuesday, they pivot to Zoom, making it possible to include his daughter and sonin-law in North Carolina in trainings. Nordmann, who is from New Jersey and moved to Naples permanently 11 years ago with his wife, says his daughter complains these Tuesday practices are her easiest yoga workouts of the week. Khosla is “tapering it to take care of the old guy,” he happily admits. “It’s really fun.” Before each practice, Khosla asks Nordmann how he’s feeling and if he has any physical complaints and “on the spot, she will tailor my yoga session to remedy whatever the situation,” he says. “She will change what she had planned for that lesson to incorporate yoga poses and exercises for
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Yoga, holistic nutrition, and mind-body wellness are three key areas of Jennifer Khosla’s expertise.
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whatever it is that’s ailing me. That’s talented in my view.” Khosla, 35, the founder of Naples-based wellness company Lean and Green Body, is designated as an experienced registered yoga teacher or E-RYT. She started trainings in 2011 and has since amassed more than 7,000 hours of teaching and co-leading classes. “I took my first yoga class when I was 14, and the practice has changed my life and supported me in so many ways,” she relates. Yoga, however, is just one of three areas she focuses on; she is also a certified holistic nutritionist and mind-body wellness practitioner. The impressive alphabet soup of credentials following Khosla’s name reveals the many wellness areas she has mastered—including certified personal trainer and fitness nutrition specialist—which she customizes based on the needs of each Lean and Green Body client. “She’s very good at advising me in conversation about dietary issues. I may ask her about this food or that one— whatever is in my diet. If I have a question about it, she’s a holistic dietician,” says Nordmann. “She’s very helpful, actually, in my whole life.” The drive to be physically active has been an integral part of Khosla’s life since she began dancing at the age of 3, playing sports year-round from elementary age, lifting weights as a teenager, and running avidly in high school and college. “It’s part of me,” she states simply. Putting the Wellness Pieces Together Khosla is a Southwest Florida native. She was born in Fort Myers and had relatives “all over the state,” she says. During her elementary school years, her family moved to 98
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Northwest Connecticut, where she grew up concocting miniworkout routines and “protein shakes” made from straight milk for her childhood friends. An early interest in emergent medicine was inspired by her mother, a registered nurse, and father, a nurse anesthetist. But she doesn’t believe her parents’ careers were necessarily the force driving her innate desire to voraciously read nutrition books, meditate daily, begin working at a gym at age 17, become a personal trainer at age 18, or run five miles a day for a decade. “From a young age, I’ve been all about it,” she notes. Looking back on her family’s lifestyle, she says, “We didn’t keep a lot of junk food around when I was growing up. It’s like, ‘If you know better, do better,’ so I think we ate healthy for what they knew then.” Given her enthusiasm for sports, Khosla earned her bachelor’s degree in athletic training at Springfield College near Boston. These studies got her more deeply interested in the role of nutrition, so she continued her education with postgraduate studies in clinical dietetics at Framingham State University in Massachusetts. After academia, Khosla embarked on a journey to La Jolla, California, where she completed her yoga teacher training and began teaching in San Diego. To be closer to family, she moved back to the Northeast, where she opened a small yoga and nutrition studio outside of Lake George, New York. It was a natural choice because “I love it there,” she says. “I wasn’t tied down and needed a change.” In 2013, Khosla left New York for Naples to put the puzzle pieces of her knowledge and experience into a business framework, which led to officially launching Lean and Green Body in 2015 to offer wellness courses and seminars in the
Naples area. Her book, Revitalize & Renew: 7 Days To A Healthier You, details her “nutrition-complete detox program” for eliminating toxins from the body. She also has a popular blog at leanand greenbody.com. “My target audience is women. My goal is to empower women and help them discover how amazing their bodies are naturally designed to feel,” she says. “There is something I love about connecting with other women—the energy of how we connect with one another.”
With an interest in many facets of wellness and self-care, Jennifer Khosla is equally at home in more traditional outdoor settings or interacting with the ever-expanding online wellness community.
A Growing Family—and Business After relocating to Naples, Khosla began teaching yoga classes and visited gyms and gated communities to pitch her wellness services. Little by little, she grew her client base. “I am very driven by nature,” she explains. “I eventually got several contracts around town.” By 2019—with a studio as her headquarters on Fifth Avenue NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | APRIL 2022
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South—Khosla had a small staff to facilitate personal training, yoga, and nutrition courses, as well as one-on-one workouts. She was flown to Springfield College as the keynote speaker for a wellness event, hosted a yoga retreat at Edgewater Beach Hotel, and participated in 17 events across the country. For Khosla, 2019 was a groundbreaking year, and she notes, “2020 was scheduled to be even bigger, but we all know what happened.” Because Khosla had already established virtual instruction with seasonal Naples clients who return north in the summer, she was ready for the online migration. Other clients soon “realized it’s still a good way to connect, stay healthy, and meet goals from the comfort of your home.” Stepping back from her growing business gave Khosla more time to spend with her husband, Ricky, a biomedical engineer and engineering supervisor at Arthrex, whom she met shortly after returning to Naples through a mutual yogi friend. “He was already doing yoga and meditation before I met him.” Ricky supports her in myriad ways: from attending her classes and events to testing “all of my recipes. And he’s brutally honest.” The couple enjoys strolling the beach at sunset, paddleboarding, and romping in the great outdoors in ideal weather— a treasure for Ricky, who hails from Ohio. As of press time, they are expecting their first child, a son, due mid-March. Khosla explains that her biggest craving has been green juice. “My baby boy is on-brand,” she jokes. “I have been plant-based for years and even more so with this pregnancy.” And she has embraced the online wellness community as the future of her business. “We have experienced more growth than I ever expected since going virtual,” she says. “It’s allowed me a lot of space to see more clients and personally to have more time for family and to work on my own self-care.” Nordmann is excited about her future. “She’s going to be such a great mother,” he says. “I couldn’t be happier for her.” After talking about the strides he’s made since first engaging with Khosla, Nordmann’s insight grows deeper. “She has such a gentle approach in her personality. If I fall out of a pose or do something clumsy, I used to get mad or disappointed with myself. She’ll say, ‘That’s okay. That’s okay. This is a journey not a race. You will get it right the next time.’ She’s as much a psychology coach as a yoga teacher.… She’s one of the most important people in my life.” «
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TRY KHOSLA’S GO-TO SMOOTHIE RECIPES THAT YOU CAN MAKE AT HOME WITH READILY AVAILABLE INGREDIENTS:
Wrinkle “Beeter” 1 small red beet with stalk 4-6 kale leaves 2-4 carrots 1 apple 1/2 lemon Directions: Pulverize ingredients in a juicer and enjoy! High-Energy Smoothie cucumber 2 handfuls of spinach 1 handful of kale 1/2 handful of shredded cabbage 1/2 handful of broccoli 1 banana 1 cup of frozen or fresh strawberries 1/2 cup of fresh-squeezed orange juice 1 tbsp. chia seeds 1 cup water Directions: Mix ingredients in a blender for some get-up-and-go. 1/2
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GENTLE GIANTS By Andrea Stehle | Photography by Michael Caronchi Shot on location at Naples Therapeutic Riding Center
The Naples Therapeutic Riding Center offers equine-facilitated psychotherapy as a means of improving mental and behavioral health.
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For longtime Naples residents Paul and Jeannette McCreight, there were few answers on what comes next in the healing process. Paul, a disabled Navy veteran with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), had just participated in an intensive clinical program through Home Base, supported by the Red Sox Foundation, which provides services at no cost to those battling with the invisible wounds of war. The Boston-based program led them to a place closer to home: the Naples Therapeutic Riding Center (NTRC). NTRC is an organization offering equine-facilitated psychotherapy as a means of improving mental and behavioral health. Its horses provide thousands of hours of service each year. The center has seen significant growth through the trying years of the pandemic, and
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the time—the horses do not judge you; we do not judge you.” Haven witnesses daily the newly formed bonds between these magnificent animals and the people they are helping, including those who have lost a loved one suddenly. “We paint the horses,” she explains of the four- to six-week bereavement therapy
From left: Horse painting is used as a form of bereavement therapy; the Naples Therapeutic Riding Center assists clients between the ages of 4 to 84.
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in fact, there is currently a waiting list to join. The McCreights participated in NTRC’s Operation Strides, a hands-on, ground-based (no-riding) program offering equine-assisted learning opportunities to veterans and their families. “It’s amazing to be around such a great animal,” says Paul. “It’s very calming, soothing. Horses can sense a human heart within 6 feet. The horse really knows what’s going on with the person who’s handling them.” The center’s lead instructor Lea Haven, equine specialist in mental health and learning, has been working with horses for 20 years. A modern-day Dr. Dolittle in her own right, she understands the horses and the benefits they afford to the center’s participants. “The horses give them the freedom to be themselves,” Haven says. “I tell our participants that all
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Navy veteran Paul McCreight with Lea Haven, Naples Therapeutic Riding Center’s lead instructor
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Paul McCreight and his wife, Jeannette, have experienced the Naples Therapeutic Riding Center’s programs firsthand.
INCREDIBLE ACT: IMPROV WITH HORSES Naples Therapeutic Riding Center offers an innovative program involving theatrical improv, steered by Director of Community Education & Wellness Craig Price of The Naples Players. Though the two organizations have enjoyed a partnership for some time, Price says it became personal when his own kids starting riding at the center. “My wife and I say the Naples Therapeutic Riding Center saved our lives and still does every day,” he says. To work alongside Price, the center first approached Bryce Alexander, executive artistic director for The Naples Players, referencing a therapeutic improv-withhorses program, taking place at the time in England. The center wanted to replicate it in the U.S., where there was nothing like it. Teaming up, the two organizations offered a program geared toward teachers preparing to return to in-person learning environments after COVID-related isolations.
“The isolation has really affected everybody and really brought mental illness and all these anxieties in life to the surface,” Price notes. “When these classes started, we were able to help people right away.” Price was amazed to see the weight lifted from many shoulders, including his own. I never knew how much it would help me and the other adults we were working with,” Price explains. “It was amazing to watch.” Navy veteran Paul McCreight’s experience with The Naples Players came full circle as he performed with them prior to his injuries. He was able to participate in a few improv sessions and recalls an incredible moment he’ll never forget. “I took a certain pose one time—like a ‘ta-da,’” Paul says, “and the horse stepped up and did almost the same pose. It was awesome!”
program. “People really release their emotions in a painting; they tell their story.” For many participants, it’s an hour where they don’t have to think about anything but themselves in that present moment with the horse. It’s an hour of relaxation and learning and a break from everyday struggles. “Our participants take [the horses] for a walk around the arena, and we encourage them to tell the horse what they did that day or if they’ve lost a person suddenly,” expounds Haven. “I’ve seen them standing there talking to the horse … and the horse just lowers its head. They feel that; they feel that emotion from the person.” A therapy horse is a special one, and it requires strength from the participant to engage and lower their guard. No previous experience with horses is necessary, and there’s no age restrictions—the center sees ages 4 to 84. During the pandemic, the center has provided complimentary services to frontline professionals and providers, including doctors, nurses, and teachers. “I think that’s something I’m really proud of NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | APRIL 2022
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Missy Lamont, executive director of the Naples Therapeutic Riding Center
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l To keep things trotting along, Naples Therapeutic Riding Center heavily relies upon volunteers. In fact, volunteers are needed now and in the future, as the center looks to expand its services.
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right now on top of all the other amazing programs we offer; we have really been able to think of the need during this crisis and come up with new programs,” says Executive Director Missy Lamont. “If we don’t take care of the people who take care of us and our children, how are we going to survive as a society?” Lamont has served as executive director since 2018 and has been involved since 2008, first starting as a volunteer. “I loved horses, and I was looking for a way to give back,” she says. “We have over 450 volunteers, and they are so important to our organization. We have a large waiting list for therapeutic riders, so we’ll be expanding.” Lamont explains that equine therapy can work in myriad ways, but empowerment is key: “It’s about how empowered you feel when you get this 1,200-pound animal to respect you, to follow you, to walk with you,” says Lamont. In 2020, the center added two miniature horses to their herd as a means of easier travel to provide services to nurs-
ing homes and rehabilitation centers where people were not able to leave. “We wanted to make our services accessible by coming to them,” says Lamont. “These horses bring smiles to people’s faces. They have such patience and compassion.” For Paul, he hopes to volunteer someday. “It’s absolutely amazing that someone came up with the concept of doing this as a way to help people mentally and emotionally and somewhat physically,” he says. “It’s like an escape from reality,” adds Jeannette, Paul’s wife. “You can focus on what’s in front of you, and nothing else matters. However Paul is feeling physically that day, it still works. The environment brings a lot of joy and fulfillment. It’s an incredible experience.” “I’ve always made my own future and then life changed because of previous injuries, and this transition was a very easy thing to do,” says Paul, though nervous at the start. “I’m so glad that I went, and that they held my spot for me.” (naplesthera peuticridingcenter.org) « NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | APRIL 2022
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Like many people, Simone Jardim was drawn to Southwest Florida for the weather. She was attending a tennis conference in Naples in December 2015, and it was snowing back at her Michigan home. “I remember sending a photo of the beach to my husband and asking why we lived in Michigan,” Jardim says. When Jardim came back to Naples in April 2016 to play in the U.S. Open Pickleball Championships, her husband joined her, and they scoured properties with a Realtor. They quit their jobs,
sold their house, and moved their family to Naples a few months later without having anything else lined up. “It was a total gamble,” Jardim says. “I did not commit to anything coming here.” The move paid off for her. Jardim—considered by many as pro pickleball’s greatest female player of all time—was now living in the hotbed of the sport. “Pickleball was not the main reason why we moved here,” Jardim says. “We looked at other places in Florida, but Naples is a beautiful city. We love living here. The kids
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have great schools. We’ve made so many friends.” Though not the impetus for naming herself a Neapolitan, pickleball has become a big part of Jardim’s life, and not only for the social aspect of making friends in a new place. It turned into her next career. FORMER RACKET Jardim grew up in Brazil five minutes from a tennis club. After school, she and her two older brothers would spend the afternoon on the courts. She played in her first national tournament at age 8, following her brothers into the tournament circuit. The siblings kept their passion for NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | APRIL 2022
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In addition to playing pickleball professionally, Simone Jardim is an experienced instructor. Below, she works with student Tom McDowell.
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Naples will host the largest pickleball tournament in the world, with 60 courts of play, free admission ($5 to park), and food vendors. The Sixth Annual Minto U.S. Open Pickleball Championships April 23-30, 2022 East Naples Community Park 3500 Thomasson Drive, Naples usopenpickleball championship.com racket sports. Her brother Marcello is a professional padel player in Spain, while brother Rodrigo teaches tennis in Brazil. As a teenager, Jardim considered becoming a professional tennis player. “I was obsessed with Steffi Graf,” Jardim says of the tennis champ and role model she has yet to meet. “I heard she and Agassi are getting into pickleball,” she adds with a smile. Jardim disliked all the traveling tennis involved, so she ruled out going pro. She loved the sport she excelled in, though. She was recruited to play tennis for Auburn University in Alabama, staying for two years before transferring to California State University, Fresno (Fresno State), where she was a two-time All-American doubles player. In both 2001 and 2002, Jardim and her doubles partner competed in the NCAA Tournament, finishing both years ranked in the top 10 nationally. After college, Jardim became a successful tennis coach, first as an assistant at Fresno State. Following a year as assistant coach at the College of William & Mary in Virginia, Jardim became women’s head tennis coach at Michigan State University (MSU) in 2009. Under her leadership, the team had two of its three most successful seasons, with records of 17-9 in 2014 and 16-9 in 2015. But for Jardim, it wasn’t always about the records. “Being a coach, especially in college, is a huge responsibility because you’re not just coaching tennis, you’re developing young women,” Jardim says. “I always wanted to push the kids and make them better on the courts and off as well.”
FOLLOW THE BOUNCING BALL While Jardim’s focus was on tennis, a similar sport was taking root just outside the MSU courts. She didn’t know anything about pickleball when a friend encouraged her to try it. “It was a great workout, and we had a ton of laughs,” Jardim recalls of her introduction to the sport. From then on, she skipped lunch to play pickleball. She also joined a Wednesday night league, where she met Corrine Carr, who became her pickleball partner for many years. Jardim then entered a national pickleball tournament in Arizona, winning singles and mixed doubles and earning silver with Carr for women’s doubles. “I got a little money and said, ‘This is a great hobby. I’m getting paid to play,’” she recalls. In addition to the athleticism of the sport, Jardim says she likes pickleball for the sense of community among players and even the chatter on the courts, which she explains swings counter to the silence of tennis. “In pickleball, someone is always talking after you play a point,” she says. In pickleball’s smaller court, playing partners and opponents are closer to each other, which encourages interaction. Jardim says pickleball is an easy game to learn and play, which means people of all ages meet on the courts. She holds 36 Professional Pickleball Association titles, more than any other female player in the sport’s history, and was ranked the No. 1 fe-
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Simone Jardim—considered by many as pro pickleball’s greatest female player of all time—resides in Naples and continuously strives to increase the visibility of the fast-growing sport.
male player in the world from 2016 to 2020. She is a six-time National Open champion, eight-time Tournament of Champions Open champion, and a seventime U.S. Open champion, winning the U.S. Open Triple Crown twice. Jardim attributes part of her pickleball success to being a “touch” tennis player. “I have good hands,” she says. “That’s where it helped.” MASTER CLASS FOR SIMONE JARDIM’S She also says her years of coaching made FREE TIPS, TRICKS, AND her very analytical, so she has studied all PICKLEBALL STRATEGIES, VISIT the intricacies of the game. Jardim modFACEBOOK.COM/THESIMONE estly adds that she encountered pickleJARDIM ON TUESDAYS AT 7 P.M. TO WATCH “LIVE ball early, before other great tennis playWITH SIMONE.” ers discovered the game. “When I came to the sport, it was still primarily played by much older people. Nobody played with a twohanded backhand, and now most women do.” She is admired by people in the game, including Ben Johns, Jardim’s frequent doubles partner who currently is the highest ranked men’s player in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles. “She’s the ideal partner,” says Johns, who lived in Estero for a year. “She’s a mental warrior, and nobody’s more skilled than her. I admire her game in every way.”
SIMONE ON SIMONE She’s a homebody. “I like to travel and have fun, but I always like coming home.” ● She has a champion’s drive. “Winning is great, but losing hurts more. I try to avoid it as much as possible.” ● She is not good at all sports. “I’m terrible at golf. I’m sure I would be decent, but I would have to invest the time to be proficient.” ●
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She binges television. “I love watching Ozark and Billions.” ● She’s into intermittent fasting. “I try not to eat until the afternoon. I have a six- to sevenhour window.” ● She may not compete as much going forward. “My traveling career will be over after this year. My kids are coming to a crucial age; I feel it’s extremely important that I be close to home.” ●
GROWING THE SPORT Today Jardim is an International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association–certified instructor as well as co-director of Peak Performance Pickleball Academy. She also partners with Nike Sports Camps to run clinics nationwide. “She’s very encouraging,” says Audrey Bamberger, a Naples resident who has taken weekly lessons with Jardim for four years. “She’s really taught me how to keep my head in the game, form points, and beat people you never thought you could beat. She is amazing at the strategy.” Bamberger assists with the Simone Jardim Foundation, which helps develop young athletes who show prowess with the sport. “Simone’s trying to build the sport from the bottom up,” Bamberger says. “Everybody she touches she leaves a really positive feeling. She’s such a good-hearted person.” Jardim says she hopes pickleball grows more internationally, becomes an Olympic sport, and burgeons in a collegiate environment. “I think it will become a mainstream sport,” she asserts. Jardim encourages people to try the game: “It is easy to pick up, and you’ll have many laughs and many great memories.” «
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STEPS HYGGE to Finding Bliss through
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Born of dark, cold Scandinavian winters, this lifestyle promotes comfort anywhere— even in sunny Southwest Florida BY MICHELE MEYER
HYGGE-SPEAK Hyggebukser: The sweatpants you don’t want your neighbors to see Hyggekrog: A book nook Hyggespreder: Someone who spreads hygge Familiehygge: When you hunker down with kin Hyggesokker: Woolen socks Hyggesnak: Charming small talk
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ozy contentment. It’s that feeling when you bond with a book, cuddle with your kids, or stroll barefoot on a beach. Those with lingering effects from the pandemic may need it now more than ever. If that includes you, try a Danish philosophy that wraps all soul-healing and heart-warming succor into one word: hygge (pronounced hoo-gah). Like croissants and Christmas trees, it originated in Europe—in this case, Scandinavia. Danes, who claim to be the happiest
folk on earth, are sometimes credited with coining the term in the 1800s to signify coziness, comfort, and camaraderie. But it comes from sixteenth-century Norway’s hugga, a word meaning “to comfort” that’s linked to “hug.” During long, bleak winters, Scandinavians always needed hygge. Now we, with our own long, bleak isolation also may need to be hygge huggers to vanquish pandemic blues. Yes, the time for an antidote to gloom has come, even among Florida’s palm trees and sun. NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | APRIL 2022
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It’s not new on our radar. The New Yorker declared 2016 “The Year of Hygge,” after the Oxford Languages’ short list for “Word of the Year” included it. As the trend spread across the pond, Pinterest and The New York Times also signed on. Broadway’s 2018 musical Frozen even opened its second act with the song “Hygge” (which is not in the animated original). Hygge-themed books became a cottage industry, with more than 50 to date. Still unsure what all the fuss is about? Here are six ways to be consciously comfy in the pursuit of pleasure:
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SAVOR SMALL MOMENTS Let’s start by hitting the pause button on hygge hype. Its true meaning revolves around feelings—and they’re free. When The New Yorker labeled hygge as “unabashedly bourgeois,” it missed the point. Serenity cannot be bought via hand-knit mug cozies on Etsy, wallpaper on Hygge & West, toy carrot cars on Hygge Life, board games on Hygge Games, hygge curtains on Lush Decor, or black tea and mint hygge-scented candles on Skandinavisk. Nor do you need a subscription service such as Hygge Box to deliver it monthly. Instead, DIY and leap into the well of well-being. Laugh. Love. Linger.
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Create a hygge haven by focusing on how decor feels rather than looks. Think soft throw pillows and plush rugs. “Just hugging your purring cat or a soft pillow will lift your spirits,” says Cynthia Ochoa Yzaguirre, a Naples-based mental health counselor and yoga teacher at Focused Healing. Your happy space can be a nook where you curl up with a cozy mystery (not a gruesome Nordic thriller) or a nest made of soft throw pillows where you snuggle.
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We’re not suggesting you drag your rustic picnic table indoors. But wooden furniture and floors and snuggly natural fabrics are homier than artificial materials. You also can hang pictures of nature, grow fragrant herbs, decorate with bonsai trees and other plants, and open windows. Yzaguirre suggests placing water fountains inside your home, not just outside. “Water is so calming,” she says. “That’s one reason we gravitate to waterfalls and rivers.”
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In the Sunshine State, crackling fires aren’t all they’re cracked up to be, given the climate. However, you can add hyggestyle warmth with the glow of candles. Yzaguirre suggests pine-scented varieties. Painting your walls with hot hues such as tomato red, peach, sienna, and amber can lift your spirits, too, as can the delicious aroma and taste of freshly baked cookies or whipped-cream-topped hot cocoa.
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“Being outside is spiritual,” says Karen P. Forman, a psychotherapist at Naples’ Betterfly Counseling. “There’s nothing more powerful than opening yourself to nature.” For Forman, a state of mindfulness seems to be key. “Even sitting on your patio and being attentive can restore your well-being,” she explains. “I love to look at the clouds. Like snowflakes, no two are alike—but they’re all gorgeous.” Yzaguirre adds that the outdoors also have the power to wash away the blues by engaging multiple senses: “If you walk among trees, you can hear birds chirp and leaves rustle while shadows dance on the ground. On the beach, you can taste, smell, and feel the salty air. You can listen to seagulls and crashing waves while your face is warmed by the sun and your feet cooled by the water.”
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Keep it oldschool and WiFi-free with puzzles and board games, not computer contests. “Have a weekend with the girls or your family. Or go for an endorphin-spiking run—whatever brings you joy,” Yzaguirre says. “Those experiences last in your heart and mind. And when you remember them, you’ll smile again.” «
Lost in Translation Maybe because it’s a foreign concept, hygge can be misconstrued by non-Danes. That’s why tips from some online hygge advocates often sound clueless. Among suggestions we found that miss the mark:
Wear black—or as Elle UK says, “A happy Dane is an appropriately dressed Dane.” Leave that to the folks in Denmark. Instead, don sweatpants and cheerful, bright colors— not what could resemble the trappings of mourning. ●
Make traditional tebirkes—poppy seed rolls from an uber-complicated recipe. Go with something simpler, like wienerbrød, aka danishes. Or better yet, chocolate chip cookies. ●
Eat porridge for dinner. Ordering tasty takeout from Baleen is far more “hygge.” ●
Hang fluorescent lights. Leave those in the office and light up your life with scented candles and small lamps. ●
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“I was one of those students who walked into medical school saying I wanted to be a family doctor,” says Dr. Paul Jones, a Naples concierge doctor whose soft-spoken voice conveys a calming bedside manner. “A lot of students don’t go into primary care because of the administrative burden.” For Jones, the choice was simple. He wanted to be like his mother, a family doctor in rural Jamaica who shared a special connection with her patients. “She was the only doctor for a good while around, and I saw how important it was for her to be part of the community,” he recalls. Jones arrived in Naples via the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and a residency in St. Petersburg. He took over the long-time practice of Louis Moore, who retired in 1990. After 18 years, Jones felt overburdened by administrative duties, spending much of his time navigating a complicated insurance system ruled by profit margins. He partnered with fellow family physician Hermes O. Koop in 2008 to open a concierge medicine practice, which he describes as a true partnership between physician and patient. Concierge practices don’t accept insurance. Instead, patients pay an annual retainer, allowing family doctors to reduce average patient counts of 2,500 to 3,500 by 80 percent. As a result, patients experience more personal, comprehensive medical care. “It was scary at first,” Jones admits. “But I knew deep down it would be the best way to care for patients. I have more time to help and discuss problems in depth.” Jones was named the 2014 NCH Healthcare System Physician of the Year by his peers. As a member of the North Naples Rotary Club, he led missions to build an asthma clinic, a school, and a playground in Jamaica and to repair homes in the aftermath of hurricanes. He is a founding board member of the Neighborhood Health Clinic, providing free care for Collier County’s 60,000 working poor since 1999. “I love what I do,” Jones says. “I go to work every day knowing I’m going to help someone live a better, healthier life. It’s really that simple.” —Nanci Theoret
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Adam J. Frank NCH Physician Group - Cardiology Naples 239-624-4200 nchdoctors.org Bruce A. Gelinas NCH Physician Group - Cardiology Naples 239-624-4200 nchdoctors.org Carlo D. Santos-Ocampo NCH Physician Group - Cardiology Naples 239-624-4200 nchdoctors.org Dinesh Sharma NCH Physician Group - Cardiology Naples 239-624-4200 nchdoctors.org
WORLDRENOWNED RADIATION ONCOLOGIST IN NAPLES Jay Loeffler, a leading pioneer in stereotactic radiosurgery, provides cutting-edge cancer care
Dr. Jay Loeffler was looking forward to retirement in his new home in Naples. The doctor had completed 36 years as a faculty member at Harvard Medical School and 20 as chairman of radiation oncology at Massachusetts General, the university’s teaching hospital. Loeffler’s retirement lasted all of two days. “I decided to go bankrupt and live on the beach,” he says with a good-natured laugh. “Then Bruce called.” That’s Bruce Nakfoor, a former student and Naples radiation oncologist who had recently opened Inspire Oncology with two colleagues. His short-lived retirement is a major coup for Naples and cancer patients. A leading expert in radiation and proton therapy for brain tumors, Loeffler is world-renowned for groundbreaking research in technology and procedures that today are the gold standard in treatment options. Loeffler discovered radiation oncology by happenstance. A student at Brown University Medical School with an interest in cancer medicine, he applied for a summer fellowship at the National Cancer Institute. “Surgery and medical oncology were filled,” he says. “The only space was in radiation oncology.” He completed his residency at the Harvard Joint Center for Radiation Therapy and soon found his calling in treating tumors of the central nervous system. Loeffler is also the former director of the proton therapy center at Harvard/Massachusetts General and has authored textbooks and copious papers. Among his many accolades are peer-nominated membership in the National Academy of Medicine and numerous lifetime achievement awards. Trading ivy-covered academia for hands-on practice has been interesting, Loeffler says. At Mass General he saw patients one day a week. At Inspire, he is now in three days a week. Former patients have tracked down Loeffler to Naples. “It’s amazing to me that patients were crying when they called in for a follow-up and found out I was retiring,” he says. “I’m most proud of changing the quality of life and improving the survival of thousands of patients.” —Nanci Theoret
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CARDIOLOGY (cont.) Larry M. Leslie NCH Physician Group - Cardiology Naples 239-624-4200 nchdoctors.org Michael S. Flynn NCH Physician Group - Cardiology Naples 239-624-4200 nchdoctors.org Shona V. Velamakanni NCH Physician Group - Cardiology Naples 239-624-4200 nchdoctors.org A. Sinan Gursoy Naples Interventional Cardiac Electrophysiology LLC Naples 239-643-9977 nchmd.org Mouhannad Dalao Cardiology Consultants of Naples Naples 239-438-1067 physiciansregional.com Richard Prewitt Physicians Regional Medical Group Naples 239-348-4221 physiciansregionalmedicalgroup.com Ariel De La Rosa SWICFT Institute of Southwest Florida Naples 239-261-2000 swicft.net James V. Talano SWICFT Institute of Southwest Florida Naples 239-261-2000 swicft.net
COLON AND RECTAL SURGERY Janette U. Gaw GenesisCare - The Colorectal Institute Fort Myers 239-275-0728 genesiscare.com
Valerie R. Dyke GenesisCare - The Colorectal Institute Fort Myers 239-275-0728 genesiscare.com Susan Cera Physicians Regional Medical Group Naples 239-348-4221 physiciansregionalmedicalgroup.com Anthony Vernava Physicians Regional Medical Group Naples 239-348-4221 physiciansregionalmedicalgroup.com
CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE AND PULMONARY DISEASE Jordan Taillon Lee Physician Group Fort Myers 239-343-8260 leehealth.org Bruce Roy Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-963-1055 millenniumphysician.com Ismael Martin Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-315-7123 millenniumphysician.com Lisette Delgado Sanchez Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-592-5864 millenniumphysician.com Richard Roland Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-649-3312 millenniumphysician.com Sadiq J. Al-Nakeeb Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-315-7123 millenniumphysician.com
MANAGING PAIN WITH CARE AND COMPASSION
Chaturani Ranasinghe applies holistic, whole-body approach to pain management Dr. Chaturani Ranasinghe knows all too well the psychological toll sickness and poor health can cause patients. “I had an illness as a child,” she recalls. “I felt isolated and marginalized because no one understood what I was going through.” While attending the University of Miami School of Medicine, Ranasinghe thought back to her childhood experience, envisioning a place where different specialists worked collaboratively to determine the best possible care for a patient. Rotations in anesthesiology and pain management fine-tuned her vision. “It felt like everything I’d been thinking about,” she says. “In pain management, there’s a collaboration with neurologists and a patient’s primary-care physician.” Board-certified in both anesthesiology and interventional pain management, Ranasinghe recently left private practice in Naples to join Jaffe Sports Medicine, whose four locations in Naples, North Naples, Fort Myers, and Cape Coral expand her reach. She specializes in integrative pain management, a holistic, whole-body approach, often combining Western medicine with Eastern therapies. Lower-back, neck, and joint pain caused by injury, degeneration, and lifestyle are the most common ailments she treats. Managing pain is part science, part art. Treatment plans are as individual as the patient and their goals, with options including pain-blocking injections, physical therapy, and medication. “You have to be realistic with patients. Are we managing the pain or is the pain managing you?” she asks. In solo practice, Ranasinghe often used acupuncture and acupressure to complement traditional treatments. “The Western approach to medicine casts a stigma for certain diseases—lack of willpower; it’s psychological,” she says. “In Chinese medicine, you look for an imbalance in the body’s systems, the flow of energy. There’s no blame for behavior, no judgment. The Chinese have a very different approach to illness.” Ranasinghe also seeks to decrease feelings of isolation and loneliness in her patients. “It’s the best feeling to connect to someone who needs that compassion and level of care,” she explains. “The biggest thing for my patients is they are not alone. There are options.” —Nanci Theoret
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Physician Profiles CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE AND PULMONARY DISEASE (cont.) Lawrence Albert Naples Pulmonary Naples 239-208-0381 naplespulmonary.com Kenneth Bookman Naples Pulmonary Naples 239-208-0381 naplespulmonary.com Carl A. Ruthman NCH Physician Group - Pulmonary Naples 239-624-8250 nchdoctors.org
ABOUT THE LIST Medical decisions are some of the most important choices our readers make. In an effort to provide the best medical information available, Naples Illustrated has enlisted a professional marketing company, Professional Research Services of Troy, Michigan, to identify the Top Doctors in Naples. Together we surveyed licensed physicians, asking them to reveal the best medical professionals in our area. These Top Doctors have been scrutinized for the legitimacy of their licenses as well as their status with the Florida Department of Health. While there are outstanding professionals who aren’t listed here, we hope you’ll give these doctors special consideration when choosing a medical professional.
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DERMATOLOGY
Srdjan Prodanovich Advanced Dermatologic and Cosmetic Institute, Inc. Naples 239-598-3200 drprodanovich.com
Heather Elizabeth Pontasch Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Naples 239-216-4337 riverchasedermatology.com
Brad T. Kovach Florida Coastal Dermatology Naples 239-263-1717 floridacoastaldermatology.com
Joel F. Waltzer Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Naples 239-434-0303 riverchasedermatology.com
A. Aurora Badia Florida Skin Center Fort Myers 239-231-1465 floridaskincenter.com Brian A. Harris Harris Dermatology Fort Myers 239-936-3344 harrisdermatology.com Gregory M. Houck Houck Dermatology Estero 239-390-3376 houckdermatology.com Brandon Kirsch Kirsch Dermatology Naples 239-300-9767 kirschderm.com LEARN MORE ON PAGE 137
Cynthia D. Hensley Cynthia D. Hensley M.D. P.A. Bonita Springs 239-390-9933 drhensley.com
Gerardo J. Lugo Naples Dermatology PA Naples 239-261-3082 lugo-jerry-g-md-faad-dermatologymohs-surgery.business.site
Suzy Lee Bonita Dermatology Bonita Springs 239-221-8516 bonitadermatology.com
Debra Bailey High Tide Dermatology Center Naples 239-444-3376 naplesdermdoc.com
Caren F. Mikesh The Dermatology Clinic of South Florida Naples 239-775-3535 drcarenmikesh.com
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Christopher Mark Buckley Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Bonita Springs 239-444-3201 riverchasedermatology.com
Kimberly A. Davidson Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Naples 239-596-9075 riverchasedermatology.com Mary-Margaret Kober Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Fort Myers 239-482-7546 riverchasedermatology.com Michael S. Tucker Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Naples 239-598-4004 riverchasedermatology.com Robert E. Eilers Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Naples 239-434-0303 riverchasedermatology.com Roxanna M. Menendez Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Bonita Springs 239-444-3201 riverchasedermatology.com Anne Marie Tremaine Skin Wellness Physicians, LLC Naples 239-732-0044 skinwellnessflorida.com Daniel Wasserman Skin Wellness Physicians, LLC Naples 239-732-0044 skinwellnessflorida.com
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BRANDON KIRSCH, MD, FAAD Originally from the beautiful but wintry city of Toronto, Canada, Dr. Kirsch long dreamt of a coastal Florida lifestyle. Over the course of months, he and his wife drove up and down Florida with their newborn daughter to find he perfect place. Having visited many outstanding communities, they counted to three and blurted out their favorite choice. Simultaneously, both said Naples. Although they did not know anyone here, Dr. Kirsch says it was an easy choice, “Naples is paradise to us.” His goal was to create a patient-focused dermatology practice, which would become synonymous with exceptional care, compassion, and innovation. With singular dedication to the highest standards of service, Kirsch Dermatology has quickly grown over the past two years and his family has expanded with the birth of another daughter. Interestingly, Dr. Kirsch began his career as a corporate lawyer. Inspired by his grandfather, he changed course, completing medical school at Brown University, an internship at the Mayo Clinic, and dermatology residency at the University of North Carolina. He has
held leadership roles at two publicly traded biotech companies, where his involvement in research has led to a host of publications and the development of new therapeutics. The Kirsch Dermatology office, which is located on the top floor of the Bayfront Professional Center, offers serene, wellnesspromoting views of Naples Bay. The location is also convenient for the patients, including those who have arrived by boat. “The intent is to deliver a calming, private, and reassuring experience,” said Dr. Kirsch, who also doubles as division chief for dermatology at Naples Community Hospital. Providing an elevated level of service is important to Dr. Kirsch due to his belief that a better experience leads to improved outcomes. Patients know from the moment they are welcomed and offered a healthy snack, refreshing beverage, and free skin care products that they will be taken care of—and cared for—at every visit. “They are not a number,” he says. “We are a family business, and our patients are part of that family. There are no automated phone trees at Kirsch Dermatology.”
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DERMATOLOGY (cont.) Jacqueline A. Thomas SWFL Dermatology Plastic Surgery & Laser Center Naples 239-500-7546 swfldermatology.com Sharon C. Jackson The Jackson Center Naples 239-598-9009 thejacksoncenter.com Bobbi G. Brady The Woodruff Institute Naples 239-596 9337 thewoodruffinstitute.com/our-practice Sarah E. Churton The Woodruff Institute Bonita Springs 239-498-3376 thewoodruffinstitute.com/our-practice Stephen H. Ducatman The Woodruff Institute Naples 239-596-9337 thewoodruffinstitute.com/our-practice Craig J. Eichler Jr. The Woodruff Institute Naples 239-596-9337 thewoodruffinstitute.com/our-practice Frances M. Hernandez The Woodruff Institute Naples 239-596-9337 thewoodruffinstitute.com/our-practice Rebecca W. Lambert The Woodruff Institute Naples 239-596-9337 thewoodruffinstitute.com/our-practice Kathryn J. Russell The Woodruff Institute Naples 239-596-9337 thewoodruffinstitute.com/our-practice
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Robert Fieldman Florida Gulf Coast Ear, Nose & Throat LLC Naples 239-514-2225 floridagulfcoastent.com
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Brian G. Fabian Brian G. Fabian MD Bonita Springs 239-949-0742 Scott A. Ross Naples Dermatology PA Naples 239-261-3082
EAR, NOSE, AND THROAT David Greene David Greene, MD Naples 239-263-8444 davidgreenemd.com Steven Bello Collier Otolaryngology Naples 239-260-9652 collierotolaryngology.com Thomas Magardino Collier Otolaryngology Naples 239-260-9652 collierotolaryngology.com Mark H. Montgomery Mark H. Montgomery, MD Bonita Springs 239-495-6200 drmarkmontgomery.com Justin T. Casey Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists of Florida Fort Myers 239-939-1002 entfl.com Howard N. Barrow Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists of Florida Cape Coral 239-939-1002 entfl.com
Samuel L. Hill Florida Gulf Coast Ear, Nose & Throat LLC Naples 239-514-2225 floridagulfcoastent.com Leela Lavasani Florida Gulf Coast Ear, Nose & Throat LLC Naples 239-514-2225 floridagulfcoastent.com Patrick M. Reidy Florida Gulf Coast Ear, Nose & Throat LLC Naples 239-514-2225 floridagulfcoastent.com Jay K. Roberts Florida Gulf Coast Ear, Nose & Throat LLC Naples 239-514-2225 floridagulfcoastent.com Price Sonkarley Florida Gulf Coast Ear, Nose & Throat LLC Naples 239-514-2225 floridagulfcoastent.com James A. Hadley III Ear, Nose and Throat Specialty Care Center Bonita Springs 239-495-6200 jamesahadleymd.com John F. Alburger John F. Alburger, MD, PA Naples 239-435-1979 johnalburgermd.com Patrick M. Kane Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-263-8855 millenniumphysician.com
Todd Lindquist Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-262-1171 millenniumphysician.com William Laskowski Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-262-1171 millenniumphysician.com
EMERGENCY MEDICINE Anne-Caroline Norman Collier Urgent Care Naples 239-593-3232 collierurgentcare.com Nancy Goodwin Goodwin Medical Center Naples 239-692-9096 goodwinmedcenter.com Pia Myers-Wolfe NCH ER - Team Health Naples 239-624-9104 nchdoctors.org Tamara O. Camina NCH ER - Team Health Naples 239-436-5151 nchdoctors.org Yong J. Lee NCH ER - Team Health Naples 239-436-5151 nchdoctors.org
ENDOCRINOLOGY, DIABETES, AND METABOLISM Vita Anksh Endocrinology Center of Naples Naples 239-254-1316 naplesendocrine.com Victor M. Luna Endocrine Institute of South FL Fort Myers 239-301-0105 endocrineflorida.com
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KIRAN GILL, MD, FACS Dr. Kiran Gill is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon with specialty fellowship training in aesthetic surgery of the face, breast, and body. She offers a comprehensive concierge approach to beauty, from surgical rejuvenation to non-invasive skin and spa treatments. As a female physician, plastic surgeon, and recipient of many of her offered treatments, Dr. Gill has the sensibility and keen understanding of her patients’ needs and cosmetic goals. She provides a compassionate, personalized and intuitive approach, based on integrity, precision, and innovation, to deliver exquisite, natural results for her patients. With her finger on the pulse of aesthetic medicine and continuously fine-tuning her techniques, Dr. Gill has distinguished herself as a consummate artist in the fields of breast surgery, facial rejuvenation, body sculpting, and anti-aging. In 2018, she founded the Naples Aesthetic Institute (formerly, Aesthetics in Plastic Surgery by Kiran Gill MD), the only femaleowned boutique plastic surgery practice in Southwest Florida with
an onsite, fully accredited surgical suite and skin spa. In a private, tranquil, state-of-the-art environment, Dr. Gill and her team offer a full menu of services: “mommy makeovers,” breast enhancements, facelifts and facials, body sculpting, injectable billers, Botox, and DiamondGlow, as well as her skincare product line. Dr. Gill completed her aesthetic surgery fellowship at the prestigious Few Institute in Chicago, and plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at Cleveland Clinic Florida, where she served as chief resident of plastic surgery. She completed four years of general surgery residency and earned her Doctor of Medicine degree at Rush University Medical Center. In 2001, she received her bachelor’s degree at Georgetown University. Dr. Gill is an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons. She is passionately involved with the Physician Led Access Network (PLAN) in Collier County providing breast reconstruction for uninsured and underinsured women.
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ENDOCRINOLOGY, DIABETES, AND METABOLISM (cont.) Athan Drimoussis Millennium Physician Group Fort Myers 239-600-7808 millenniumphysician.com Todd Brodie Todd Brodie, M.D. Naples 239-436-3666 nchdoctors.org Valeriu R. Neagu NCH Physician Group - Endocrinology Naples 239-624-8380 nchdoctors.org
FAMILY MEDICINE
CONSTANTINE G. BARBOUNIS, DPM
Anthony J. Williamitis Anthony J. Williamitis, M.D. Bonita Springs 239-947-6808 anthonywilliamitismd.com
Constantine G. Barbounis, DPM, is a podiatrist in Naples and Bonita Springs who specializes in foot and ankle surgery, trauma, diabetic foot care, wound-care management, and pediatric foot deformities. Dr. Barbounis also is the current team foot and ankle doctor for the Florida Gulf Coast University athletics program. He received a Bachelor of Science degree from Syracuse University, followed by his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia. Dr. Barbounis completed his podiatric surgical residency at St. Agnes Medical Center in Philadelphia. Dr. Barbounis is boardcertified in Foot & Ankle Surgery. He is on staff at Naples Community Hospital and has been practicing in the SWFL area for 20 years.
Linda Lucombe Beyond Concierge Medical Care Naples 239-431-6873 beyondconciergenaples.com
ASSOCIATES IN MEDICINE & SURGERY CONSTANTINE G. BARBOUNIS, DPM Associates in Medicine & Surgery 2350 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Ste. 204 • Naples 239-596-9890 • aimsfl.com
Rebekah Bernard Gulf Coast Direct Primary Care Fort Myers 239-322-3860 gulfcoastdirectprimarycare.com Lindita R. Hobdari Hobdari Family Health Clinic Naples 239-260-1033 hobdarihealth.com Brian Thomas Cannon Korunda Medical Institute Naples 239-431-6464 korundamd.com Kristen Noud Lee Physician Group - The Sanctuary Fort Myers 239-343-9470 leehealth.org
Ram Kafle Lee Physician Group Bonita Springs 239-495-4490 leehealth.org Victoria Yorke Lee Physician Group Bonita Springs 239-495-4490 leehealth.org Alexander Owens Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-430-5553 millenniumphysician.com Aschanti Abarca Selva Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-249-7800 millenniumphysician.com Ashley Tunkle Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-206-1625 millenniumphysician.com Cesar DeLeon Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-430-2520 millenniumphysician.com David Scott Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-649-3347 millenniumphysician.com Douglas Boynton Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-649-3303 millenniumphysician.com John Diaz Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-263-8222 millenniumphysician.com Julia Harris Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-732-1050 millenniumphysician.com
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Paul F. Hemrick Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-649-3365 millenniumphysician.com
Nicole Costello Physicians Regional Medical Group Naples 239-348-4221 physiciansregionalmedicalgroup.com
Rhena Ruiz-Novero Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-597-0143 millenniumphysician.com
Jon Burdzy Physicians’ Primary Care Fort Myers 239-482-1010 ppcswfl.com
Brian Menichello NCH Physician Group Healthpark Concierge Naples 239-624-8620 nchdoctors.org
Elias Shaheen Richichi Family Health Naples 239-514-2005 richichihealth.com
Emily C. Essert NCH Physician Group Family Medicine Naples 239-624-8130 nchdoctors.org Gary D. Swain NCH Physician Group Med Plaza Concierge Medicine Naples 239-624-0340 nchdoctors.org Karen L. Hiester NCH Physician Group - Vanderbilt Beach Concierge Medicine Naples 239-624-0600 nchdoctors.org Monica Menichello NCH Physician Group Healthpark Concierge Naples 239-624-8620 nchdoctors.org Samuel K. Parish NCH Physician Group Family Medicine Naples 239-624-0870 nchdoctors.org Paul O. Jones Paul O. Jones MD, PA Naples 239-325-4804 pauljonesmd.com
Frances I. Romero Shine Direct Primary Care Bonita Springs 239-237-5688 shinedpc.com
FOOT AND ANKLE SURGERY Jenny Adams Adams Foot & Ankle Naples 239-260-7476 adamsfootandankle.com Eugene Batelli Associates in Medicine & Surgery Naples 239-732-5585 aimsfl.com LEARN MORE ON PAGE 141
Constantine Barbounis Associates in Medicine & Surgery Naples 239-596-9890 aimsfl.com
EUGENE A. BATELLI, DPM Naples podiatrist Eugene A. Batelli, DPM, is double board certified in foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. Dr. Batelli, originally from Totowa, N.J., and received his bachelor’s degree in biology from St. Peter’s College in New Jersey. He received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from New York College of Podiatric Medicine and completed a two-year surgical residency at PBI Regional Medical Center in New Jersey, where he received extensive training in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery with an emphasis on diabetic limb salvage and trauma. Dr. Batelli is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, the American College of Lower Extremity Surgeons, and the American Professional Wound Care Association. Dr. Batelli treats high-end athletes who participate in high school and Division I college sports, New York City and Boston marathoners, and professional football players. He also is a lecturer and instructor on the latest surgical techniques and serves on the product development board of Trilliant Surgical, Ltd.
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Cliff Burmeister Foot & Ankle Management Group Naples 239-263-0200 footandanklemgmt.com Jamie Weaver The Joint Replacement Institute Naples 239-261-2663 jointinstitutefl.com
ASSOCIATES IN MEDICINE & SURGERY EUGENE A. BATELLI, DPM Associates in Medicine & Surgery 7151 Radio Road • Naples 239-732-5585 • aimsfl.com
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FOOT AND ANKLE SURGERY (cont.) Kevin Lam Family Foot & Leg Center, PA Naples 239-430-3668 naplespodiatrist.com W. Drew Chapman Family Foot & Leg Center, PA Naples 239-430-3668 naplespodiatrist.com Chirag Patel ORTHOCOLLIER Naples 239-325-1135 nasamri.com
DEBRA L. BAILEY, MD Dr. Debra Bailey established and successfully managed her award winning Annapolis Dermatology Center until 2016 when she relocated to Florida and founded High Tide Dermatology Center of Naples. The state-of-the-art facility allows her to provide individualized care in treating adults and children for common and complex skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis, skin cancer, autoimmune skin diseases, and surgery. Dr. Bailey is also one of the only facilities to offer non-surgical treatment SRT (Superficia RadioTherapy) for non-melanoma skin cancer. Dr. Bailey is excited to now offer body contouring Emsculpt Neo treatments provided by her highly skilled staff under her direction in addition to a full range of cosmetic services.
DEBRA L. BAILEY, MD
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Richard J. de Asla NCH Physician Group Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery Naples 239-624-0310 nchdoctors.org Christina Kabbash Physicians Regional Medical Group Naples 239-348-4221 physiciansregionalmedicalgroup.com
GASTROENTEROLOGY Steven A. Meckstroth Gastroenterology Specialists of Southwest Florida Naples 239-593-6201 gastronaples.com Gustavo D. Rivera Gastroenterology Group of Naples Naples 239-649-1186 ggn-gec.com Rafael A. Urbina The Gastroenterology Group of Naples Naples 239-649-1186 ggn-gec.com
Sandra M. Jara The Gastroenterology Group of Naples Naples 239-649-1186 ggn-gec.com Christopher G. Sofianos Gastro Health Fort Myers 239-939-9939 gastrohealth.com Jan Barrios Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-302-3290 millenniumphysician.com Manuel Bustamante Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-631-2662 millenniumphysician.com William Provance Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-643-9767 millenniumphysician.com Shardul A. Nanavati Advanced Gastroenterology of Naples, PA Naples 239-593-9599 naplesgastro.com Anna C. Juncadella NCH Physician Group Gastroenterology Naples 239-624-8070 nchdoctors.org Kunal M. Suryawala NCH Physician Group Gastroenterology Naples 239-624-8070 nchdoctors.org Maged M. Bakr NCH Physician Group Gastroenterology Naples 239-624-8070 nchdoctors.org
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Mazen Albeldawi NCH Physician Group Gastroenterology Naples 239-624-8070 nchdoctors.org Rajeev Prabakaran NCH Physician Group Gastroenterology Bonita Springs 239-624-2730 nchdoctors.org Scott L. Wiesen Scott L. Wiesen, MD, LLC Naples 239-775-4444 nchdoctors.org Michael Cohen Physicians Regional Medical Group Naples 239-348-4221 physiciansregional.com Alexandra Grace Physicians Regional Medical Group Naples 239-348-4221 physiciansregionalmedicalgroup.com Guy Winzenried Winzenried Gastro Naples 239-228-6283 winzenriedmd.com
GENERAL SURGERY Justin D. Warner GenesisCare - Surgical Group of Naples Naples 239-263-0011 genesiscare.com Mark A. Liberman GenesisCare Liberman Advanced Surgical Naples 239-348-4123 genesiscare.com Thomas E. Kowalsky GenesisCare Fort Myers 239-939-2616 genesiscare.com
Peter M. Denk GI Surgical Specialists Fort Myers 239-313-7522 gisurgical.com Yaritza Perez-Soto Physicians Regional Medical Group Naples 239-348-4221 gulfviewgeneralsurgery.com Luigi Querusio NCH Physician Group General Surgery Naples 239-624-4650 nchdoctors.org Robert Grossman NCH Physician Group General Surgery Naples 239-624-4650 nchdoctors.org Robert W. Bailey NCH Physician Group General Surgery Naples 239-624-0390 nchdoctors.org Jonas Mansson Physicians Regional Medical Group Naples 239-348-4221 physiciansregionalmedicalgroup.com Brian Smith Physicians Regional Medical Group Naples 239-348-4221 physiciansregionalmedicalgroup.com
GERIATRIC MEDICINE
GLENN M. FLANAGAN, MD Dr. Glenn M. Flanagan is double board certified in anesthesiology and interventional pain management. He is excited to be at the forefront of the emerging fiel of orthobiologics—precise, image-guided injections with autologous platelet, plasma, and bone marrow products. Dr. Flanagan treats spine, joint, and most musculoskeletal injuries. He has co-authored textbook chapters, contributed to published research on optimizing bone marrow aspirations, and he teaches to an international audience at Gulf Coast Biologics. Adding orthobiologic treatments to his training in X-ray-guided spine treatments, ultrasound guided nerve blocks, and diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound helped him establish a practice where he focuses on healing and functional improvements, as well as pain management. Partnering with the nonprofit organization Veterans in Pain has given him the opportunity to provide numerous veterans with these specialized orthobiologic treatments over the last few years. He has a reputation as a caring physician who listens and spends time with each patient developing customized plans. In 2019, he opened his private practice, Naples Regenerative Institute.
Tulay Darstek Personalized Physician Care Naples 239-569-1111 8px.d57.myftpupload.com Adrian Torres Moorings Park Health Living Naples 239-430-6387 avowcares.org
GLENN M. FLANAGAN, MD Naples Regenerative Institute 2950 Tamiami Trail North, Ste. 13 • Naples 239-276-7074 • naplesregenerativeinstitute.com
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GERIATRIC MEDICINE (cont.) Leela Bolla Dr. Leela Bolla, M.D., A.G.S.F. Naples 239-597-0544 drleelabolla.com
GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY
IGOR LEVY-REIS, MD Dr. Igor Levy-Reis is board-certified in neurology and in the subspecialties of geriatric neurology, neurophysiology, neuroimaging, and headache medicine. His neurology training was at Northwestern University in Chicago, followed by a fellowship at the National Institute of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, and then a fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. He is the author and co-author of several publications in peer-reviewed neurological journals, with citations in journals such as The New England Journal of Medicine and Neurology. He has participated in several drug trials of new neurological therapies and presented research at national and international neurological meetings. He has recently been elected a Fellow of the American Academy of Neurology (FAAN) in recognition of valuable contributions to the academy and to the neurology community at large. He is also a member of the American Academy of Neurology, Alzheimer’s Association International Conference, and American Headache Society. Levy-Reis has been practicing in Naples for the past 15 years. He sees patients with a broad range of neurological diseases and has special interest in patients with memory loss, such as Alzheimer’s disease, and chronic headaches, particularly migraines. He’s currently participating in Amyloid Brain imaging nationwide study on memory disorder .
IGOR LEVY-REIS, MD Neuroscience and Spine Associates 877 111th Ave. N., Ste. 1 • Naples 239-594-8002 • nasamri.com
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GYNECOLOGY / FAMILY PRACTICE Blane Crandall Jr. Blane Crandall, MD, LLC Naples 239-596-2300 naples-obgyn.com
HAND SURGERY Carmella Fernandez Fernandez Upper Extremity Institute Naples 239-777-9321 carmellafernandezmd.com Herbert Gates Herbert Gates III, M.D. Naples 239-263-4511 drherbertgates.com Dennis O. Sagini Joint Implant Surgeons of Florida Fort Myers 239-337-2003 jointimplant.com
Thomas Parent Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-649-3313 millenniumphysician.com Sandra B. Collins Orthopedic Center of Florida Fort Myers 239-482-2663 ocfla.net Antonio J. Flores III Orthopedic Specialists of SW Florida Fort Myers 239-215-2008 osswf.com Ronaldo Carneiro Physicians Regional Medical Group Naples 239-348-4221 physiciansregionalmedicalgroup.com Scott Greenberg Physicians Regional Medical Group Naples 239-348-4221 physiciansregionalmedicalgroup.com
HEMATOLOGY AND ONCOLOGY Andy Lipman Florida Cancer Specialists Naples 239-434-2622 flcancer.com Ferdy Santiago Florida Cancer Specialists Naples 239-434-2622 flcancer.com Joel S. Grossman Florida Cancer Specialists Naples 239-434-0656 flcancer.com Mark S. Rubin Florida Cancer Specialists Bonita Springs 239-947-3092 flcancer.com
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CYNDI YAG-HOWARD, MD, FAAD Board-certified dermatologist, artist, author and speaker, Dr. Cyndi Yag-Howard of Yag-Howard Cosmetic Dermatology (YHCD), is nationally known for her skilled and artistic approach to facial aesthetics. “Every patient is unique, with his/her own particular areas of concern and desired aesthetic outcomes. When I consult with a patient, I explain the changes that occur as we mature, and we review treatment options in detail so that your treatment plan is tailored to meet your unique needs and desires. Approaching facial rejuvenation and facial contouring with the eye of an artist, I ensure that your results look natural, never over-done, so that you experience a renewed sense of absolute confidence. Dr. Cyndi and her trusted, experienced team offer expertlevel aesthetic products and services—including fi lers and toxins, lasers, and med spa treatments—in a beautifully inviting, friendly, professional environment. In addition, the practice showcases several lines of professional skincare product lines designed to deliver healthy, radiant skin. Please call for a complimentary consultation.
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Physician Profiles INTERNAL MEDICINE (cont.) Hermes O. Koop Hermes O. Koop MD, FACP Naples 239-325-4801 hermeskoopmd.com Alejandro Blanco Internal Medicine Partners Naples 239-596-8804 impnaples.com Ralph Rodriguez Internal Medicine Partners Naples 239-596-8804 impnaples.com Jose M. Baez Gulfshore Direct Primary Care Naples 239-777-0663 josembaezmd.com Nena Korunda Korunda Medical Institute Naples 239-431-6464 korundamd.com
Adriana Loukanova Loukanova Medical Internal Medicine & Primary Care Fort Myers 239-689-4036 loukanovamedical.com Alan Galbut Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-649-3326 millenniumphysician.com Alberto R. Concepcion Millennium Physician Group Bonita Springs 239-319-2195 millenniumphysician.com Alejandro Perez-Trepichio Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-249-7800 millenniumphysician.com Charles Kilo Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-594-5456 millenniumphysician.com
David Sommerfeld Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-249-8996 millenniumphysician.com Francesca Luna-Rudin Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-649-3365 millenniumphysician.com Jason Triana Millennium Physician Group Bonita Springs 239-319-2195 millenniumphysician.com Susan Best Millennium Physician Group Naples 239-315-7538 millenniumphysician.com Bryan C. Murphey NCH Physician Group Internal Medicine Naples 239-624-0320 nchdoctors.org
David C. White NCH Physician Group Internal Medicine Naples 239-624-8470 nchdoctors.org Jeffrey L. Craig Old Naples Concierge Medicine Naples 239-331-3406 nchdoctors.org Julie R. Southmayd NCH Physician Group Med Plaza Concierge Medicine Naples 239-624-0340 nchdoctors.org Tracy L. Walsh NCH Physician Group - GME Clinic Naples 239-624-0940 nchdoctors.org Jonathan W. Marsh Premier Inpatient Partners, LLC Naples 239-330-2933 premierhosp.com LEARN MORE ON PAGE 147
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NADIA KAZIM, MD, FACS Dr. Nadia Kazim is an eyelid and facial plastic surgeon at the Naples Aesthetic Institute. She is the only female fellow of the esteemed American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Southwest Florida, a society that boasts only 500 members nationally. Dr. Kazim specializes in blepharosplasty surgery, and has performed more than 10,000 surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures to enhance the beauty of patients.
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JONATHAN W. MARSH, MD Dr. Jonathan W. Marsh is a founder and partner in Premier Inpatient Partners, a multi-specialty practice focused on hospital and post-acute care. He has served in various leadership positions at NCH, Physicians Regional, and Collier County Medical Society since moving to Naples in 2012.
JONATHAN W. MARSH, MD Premier Inpatient Partners 6101 Pine Ridge Road • Naples 239-330-2933 • premierhosp.com
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NUCLEAR MEDICINE Shawn Carter Radiology Regional Fort Myers 239-936-2316 radiologyregional.com
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Alan Brown, M.D.
Arie Dosoretz, M.D., MBA
James Rubenstein, M.D., FACRO
Dr. Alan Brown earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan, where he graduated top of his class with the distinction of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. He completed his residency in radiation oncology at Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School where he also served as Chief Resident of the Harvard Combined Radiation Oncology Program.
Dr. Arie Dosoretz earned a joint MD/MBA degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and the Wharton School of Business. He completed his residency at Yale University’s New Haven Hospital, Department of Therapeutic Radiology in New Haven, CT. He returned to his hometown of Fort Myers in 2015, where he has practiced as a physician and worked in clinical administration.
Dr. James Rubenstein received his bachelor’s degree from Yale University and medical degree from New York University School of Medicine. He completed his residencies at Beth Israel Hospital in Boston and at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, where he served as Chief Resident in Radiation Oncology.
He has been recognized on a national level for his community involvement and cancer research with multiple publications and presentations.
He is a widely published researcher, a member of several professional organizations, and maintains a close relationship with many academic researchers including the Yale COPPER center.
Dr. Rubenstein has received multiple awards and acknowledgments highlighting his work, including the Key to the Cure Humanitarian Award, FMA Alliance Pride in Partnership Award, and America’s Top Doctors by Castle Connelly from 2011 to 2020. He is an active fellow of the American College of Radiology Oncology.
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DR. KEVIN LAM
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DPM, FACFAS, DABLES, DABPS Dr. Lam earned his doctorate in podiatric medicine from Temple University, graduating with honors in 2002 before completing his internship with Temple University Health System. Lam performed his podiatric surgery residency at Jackson Trauma Center and Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami, where he was chief resident from 2004 to 2005. Lam is a double board-certified specialist in reconstructive surgery of the foot, ankle, and lower leg. He has consistently been named among the top podiatrists and doctors nationally and in Southwest Florida by various publications. Lam is also a faculty instructor at Ilzarov Fixation System Courses, a clinical instructor with Advanced Foot and Ankle Surgery Procedures, an adjunct professor at Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine, and a foot and ankle surgery fellowship director with the center’s Reconstructive Foot & Ankle Surgical Fellowship program.
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Dr. Chapman attended the University of Central Florida in Orlando, earning a bachelor’s degree in molecular biology and microbiology in 2006, as well as a bachelor’s in general biology in 2007. Afterward, he attended Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine in Miami Shores and received his doctorate’s degree in podiatric medicine in 2011. Chapman has been certified in American Heart Association Basic Life Support since 2013, and has successfully passed the National Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners parts one and two. Chapman was trained in rear foot and ankle trauma techniques and is able to perform forefoot procedures and reconstruction with the use of both internal and external fixation. He is also very proficient in limb salvaging and ankle arthroscopy, and is well-versed in the management of diabetic disease manifestations in the lower extremities including areas of both infection and Charcot neuropathy.
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TOP DOCTORS OF 2022
JONATHAN K. JAY, MD Jonathan K. Jay, M.D., is board-certifie in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery and urology. He has been practicing medicine for 25 years and for the past 20 years he has been selected as a top doctor in Naples. Dr. Jay completed his fellowship training at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, a teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School in Boston. Throughout his training, he received numerous honors and awards including Outstanding Resident Training Award and Lansing School District Distinguished Alumni Award. His areas of interest include urodynamics and bladder dysfuntion as well as urogynecology. He is involved in clinical research, including clinical trials for the minimally invasive correction of bladder control problems. Dr. Jay has significan experience in laparoscopic surgery and in robotic surgery using the da Vinci© surgical system. “The advantage with robotic surgery is it can get into tiny spaces where you can’t get your hand,” he says. “It is minimally invasive surgery, and the surgical fiel is magnified. Helping people is his favorite part of his job. He wants his patients, both men and women, to understand their diagnosis, its genesis, and their options for treatment. “Sometimes I’ll get patients with the same problems who want two different outcomes,” he says. “I defin the treatment’s positives and negatives. If it’s not life-threatening, some choose to do nothing−and that’s not a bad thing. It’s about quality of life. That’s why I’m different from other doctors.” Dr. Jay likens his discussions with patients to Paul Harvey’s famous tagline, “That’s the rest of the story.” Says Dr. Jay: “I get so much wisdom from my patients that they change my life. They make my tomorrows so much better.”
ROLANDO RIVERA, MD Rolando Rivera, M.D., a board-certifie urologist specializing in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery was among the firs surgeons in Southwest Florida to use the da Vinci® surgery robotic surgical system to repair vaginal prolapse. He and his partner are the firs in the nation to implement an in-offic and ASC setting Peer to Peer Immersion program for UroLift. He also offers men and women suffering from overactive bladder and urinary incontinence InterStim® neuromodulatoin therapy and Botox® injections in the bladder. “We pride ourselves in being state-of-the art, and it is a very broad field I do enjoy that,” he says. With expertise in all urological diseases and erectile dysfunction, Dr. Rivera also offers endoscopic procedures, laser procedures, and laparoscopic surgery. Throughout his career, he has written multiple abstracts on a variety of topics for urological meetings and preceptors for students. Dr. Rivera started his medical career as a general medical doctor in the U.S. Army. Surgical issues are what firs attracted him to medicine, but once in practice, he realized his patients were what he truly enjoyed. “I’ve had longstanding relationships with patients for years since I started practicing in 2006, and in some specialties you don’t have that,” Dr. Rivera says. Being involved with the community is also important to Dr. Rivera. He is a past president of the Florida Urological Society and is an active member in the Physician Led Access Network (PLAN), a nonprofi network of health professionals who help provide access to quality health care for low-income and uninsured adult residents in Collier County. “I’m just a regular guy trying to do what I can for my family, my patients, and my community,” he says.
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Dr. Buscaino is urologist practing in our Naples and Ft. Myers offices She completed her sexual medicine fellowship at University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida. Her interests include erectile dysfunction, Peyronie’s disease, testosterone deficienc , fertility, and general urology. She has multiple publications within her fiel and has given presentations at numerous medical conferences. She is accepting patients for consultation, evaluation, and treatement. We provide comprehensive urologic care including renal, bladder and prostate cancers, kidney stones, benign prostatic hypertrophy, urinary infections, urinary incontinence and voiding dysfunction, overactive blader and sexual disfunction/infertility.
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Fariha Abbasi-Feinberg, M.D. Sleep Medicine
John Diaz, M.D. Family Medicine
Athan Drimoussis, M.D. Endocrinology
Alexander Owens, D.O. Family Medicine
Thomas Parent, M.D. Orthopedic Surgery
Sadiq J. Al-Nakeeb, M.D. Critical Care, Pulmonology, Sleep Medicine
Alan Galbut, M.D. Internal Medicine
Alejandro Perez-Trepichio, M.D. Internal Medicine
Jan Barrios, M.D. Gastroenterology
Julia Harris, M.D. Family Medicine
William Provance, D.O. Gastroenterology
Susan Best, D.O. Internal Medicine
Paul F. Hemrick, D.O. Family Medicine
Richard Roland, M.D. Pulmonology
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AWARD-WINNING. ACCREDITED. ACCOMPLISHED. NCH Physician Group congratulates the following physicians on being voted as Top Doctors. NCH boasts the most Top Doctor-voted physicians in all of Southwest Florida! Mazen K. Abuawad Christopher R. Adams Mazen Albeldawi Sergey Akimov Robert W. Bailey Maged M. Bakr Gary A. Bergen H. Morton Bertram III Vakhtang Bochorishvili Mark A. Brown Jr. Tamara O. Camina Howard L. Cohen Marc D. Colton Richard J. de Asla Jon S. Dounchis Emily C. Essert Michael S. Flynn Adam J. Frank Bruce A. Gelinas Harmindar K. Gill Robert Grossman
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HUSSEIN WAFAPOOR, MD Board-certified retina specialist at Retina Health Center, Dr. Hussein Wafapoor has won numerous awards throughout his career, including the Samuel B. Johnson Teacher of the Year Award, an Appreciation Award from the VA Medical Center, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology Achievement Award.
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Chief Surgeon and Medical Director Jonathan M. Frantz, MD, FACS, is a Board Certified Ophthalmologist and specializes in Cataract and Refractive Surgery. He has practiced eye surgery in Southwest Florida for over 30 years and has performed an estimated 70,000 eye surgeries. He has earned wide acclaim for pioneering techniques in the successful treatment of cataracts and providing patients with enhancement solutions for their vision after cataract surgery. The expertise of Dr. Frantz is incomparable, and his pursuit of advancements in technology set him apart as one of the nation’s most prestigious eye surgeons.
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Nisha Warrier, MD, MPH, is a Board Certified Vitreoretinal Surgeon who specializes in the overall comprehensive management of both medical and surgical disorders of the vitreous and retina. She earned her Medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University, and her Vitreoretinal Surgery Fellowship and Residency were completed at Boston University School of Medicine. Dr. Warrier’s invaluable knowledge and skills when it comes to the diagnosis and treatment of retinal disease are a tremendous asset to the Frantz EyeCare team. Proudly providing BETTER VISION to Southwest Florida with 8 CONVENIENT LOCATIONS Dial **2020 on Mobile 239.418.0999 BetterVision.net
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JON BERLIE, M.D. LASIK, Cataract & Lens Replacement Surgeon Dr. Berlie is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in premium lens cataract surgery. He has been serving the Naples community for over 20 years. Dr. Berlie achieves superior visual outcomes for his cataract patients by utilizing the latest lens technology combined with state of the art equipment. His expertise in this area has led the Center For Sight Naples office to be recognized as the “Best Eye Center” in Naples, FL, for the past 15 years. In addition to laser cataract surgery, Dr. Berlie is skilled in reconstructive and cosmetic eyelid surgery. He has been honored as one of America’s “Top Doctors” by the prestigious Top Doctors list, published annually by Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd.
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DR. GISELLE MARTIN Board-certified general ophthalmologist specializing in small incision cataract surgeries with a concentration in premium intraocular implants, laser assisted cataract surgeries, pterygium removals and early detection and treatment of glaucoma. She also performs refraction, contact lens fitting, dry eye evaluation and retinal diagnosis. After receiving her Bachelor of Science, Dr. Martin attended the University of Puerto Rico Medical School, where she completed her residency program in Ophthalmology. Dr. Martin has worked in a successful private practice for more than 20 years, as well as serving as an Assistant Professor in the training of residents in ophthalmology. She is fluent in Spanish and English. 3455 Pine Ridge Road • Naples • 239-597-5700 • eyecareswfl.com
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Dr. Nancy Goodwin is a Physician Certified in Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine and expanding her training in Aesthetic Medicine. She is the founder of Goodwin Medical Center, a Premier Concierge Internal Medicine practice and Inside Out Med Spa, an anti-aging Aesthetic Practice. Dr. Goodwin has practiced medicine for 15 years. Her goal and passion is to help her patients feel and look great.
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VASCULAR / INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY Mazen K. Abuawad NCH Physician Group - Radiology Naples 239-624-5000 nchdoctors.org
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VASCULAR SURGERY Ronnie Word Lee Physician Group Cape Coral 239-343-9960 leehealth.org James M. Scanlon Naples Vascular Specialists Naples 239-649-0550 naplesvascular.com Argyrios Tzilinis Physicians Regional Medical Group Naples 239-348-4221 physiciansregionalmedicalgroup.com Santiago H. Chahwan The Vascular Group of Naples Naples 239-643-8794 tvgnaples.com Hiranya A. Rajasinghe The Vascular Group of Naples Naples 239-643-8794 tvgnaples.com Alvaro J. Zamora The Vascular Group of Naples Naples 239-643-8794 tvgnaples.com Russell Becker Vascular Center of Naples Naples 239-431-5884 vascularcenternaples.com
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DR. JENNIFER BEVINS Dr. Jennifer Bevins has been providing obstetric and gynecologic care to women in Southwest Florida since 2008. She is known for her personalized and attentive approach to her patients’ Ob-Gyn needs. Patients appreciate her time and genuine interest in their health. She offers a modern approach to all facets of women’s health care including innovative treatments for vaginal dryness and painful intercourse. She and her four physician partners are consistently a top choice for women in Southwest Florida. Please call today to schedule your consultation.
DR. BETSY BROTHERS After finishing her medical training at LSU in New Orleans, Dr. Betsy Brothers moved to Nashville, TN where she completed her residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in 1993. Dr. Brothers and her family relocated to Naples in 2001. She provides the full range of women’s healthcare including routine and complex GYN care, minimally invasive surgery, infertility, highrisk and routine prenatal care and delivery, and menopause management. Please call today to schedule your consultation.
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Although this Naples restaurant is more famous for authentic Japanese sushi, the Berkshire pork belly bun is one of the most popular dishes on Namba’s menu. The pork belly meat is kept in a low-heat marinade for 24 hours, then placed in a hot chashu broth for several minutes to complete the cooking process. The buns are served with lettuce, pickled cucumbers, alfalfa sprouts, and hoisin sauce. “Variations on pork buns are found on the menu of almost every ramen shop in Japan,” says chef Pitak “Koko” Hermkhunthod. “I wanted to present a street food item that is commonly eaten in Japan; it’s both comfort food and also art on a plate.” (nambanaples.com)
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After 18 years as chef/proprietor of Rumrunners in Cape Coral, Todd Johnson has come home to Naples. “Rumrunners was very successful,” he says, “but it was also very big—350 seats and almost 10,000 square feet, so I was never able to do the food I loved doing. I wanted something smaller, and I also wanted to return to Naples, where I’ve lived since 1979.” When his landlord failed to renew the lease, From top: Prime aged filet Johnson was able to take advantage of an opmignon; Todd and Dana Johnson; deviled eggs with Osetra caviar. portunity at the Naples Bay Resort & Marina. Nosh on Naples Bay opened in January, and worked at local restaurants including The Chef’s it provides a comprehensive view of Johnson’s Garden (now Ridgway Bar & Grill) in downtown evolved cooking style. Naples, Bistro 41 in Fort Myers, and Aqua Grill at “I love small plates,” he says. “Ordering a lot of Waterside Shops. His most influential mentor was different items and sharing them is much more celebrity chef Tom Colicchio of New York’s Gramfun than the standard appetizer/entrée/dessert mercy Tavern, where Johnson worked briefly experience.” The bulk of the menu is divided into before opening Bistro 41. Meat, Seafood, and Vegetable Noshes, with highNosh on Naples Bay has also lights such as braised Niman Ranch pork cheek, given him the opportunity to pastrami-cured salmon, deviled eggs with Osetra collaborate with his wife, Dana, caviar, and sweet corn with cotija cheese. Many of who supervised the renovation the entrées are also suitable for sharing. Johnson and design of the interior, and his is partial to his duck cooked two ways (a crispybrother Matt, who manages the skinned breast and confit leg). He acknowledges front of the house. His goals for that his menu takes risks by omitting such popular dishes as shrimp cocktail and calamari, but thus far the future are simple: “I just want to please Naples and try to be one those gambles have been well-received. of the best restaurants in town.” A graduate of Naples High School and Johnson (noshonnaplesbay.com) & Wales University’s culinary school, Johnson
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If you like Turco Taco, you’ll love Simit Fresh Mediterranean. Yavuz “Oz” Ozturk and Ivo Milanoski opened their new restaurant in East Naples in January, with the goal of blending cuisines from the Eastern Mediterranean countries of Turkey, Macedonia, Serbia, and Lebanon. “Most of the recipes we’re working with are dishes that were taught to us by our parents and grandparents,” says Milanoski. “We have the same philosophy that made us successful at Turco Taco—organic produce, hormone-free meats, and everything made fresh in-house every day.” He explains that simit is a Turkish bread—like a bagel but fluffier—that forms the basis for the street food of many Mediterranean cultures. 178
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The menu is more expansive than at Turco Taco. It begins with spreads such as tzatziki, baba ganoush, and several types of hummus. Other options include organic salads served with simit crostini. The signature items include the Simit Sandwich (Turkish sausage, cheese, red pepper spread, arugula, and pickled jalapeño) and a mixed grill of beef, lamb, chicken, and kefta (similar to meatballs). Guests may customize their own bowls by choosing the base, proteins, toppings, and sauces. Simit Fresh Mediterranean has a total of 40 seats indoors and outdoors and offers table service in addition to carryout and delivery. The owners are committed to sharing a healthier lifestyle and better eating habits. (simitfresh.com)
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Philipp Pfunder, a Paso Robles, California-based winemaker, was born in Germany and moved to Miami at age 10. While learning his craft, he studied in New Zealand and worked harvests each year in both the Northern and Southern Hemisphere. When he wants to relax, he comes to Naples. “My mother moved here 30 years ago, and my sister also lives in town,” says Pfunder. “I’ve always felt at home in Naples—for many years, it was really the only home I had.” After stints at Bordeaux’s Château Angélus and Napa’s Screaming Eagle and HdV, Pfunder visited Paso Robles on vacation. It was love at first sight. “I had no idea that California was so well-suited to Rhône varieties,” he says. Pfunder is currently the winemaker at Law Estate Wines, a boutique property that turns out between 7,000
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Law Estate Wines specializes in Rhône-style blends from nine different grape varieties.
and 9,000 cases annually of Rhône-style blends from nine different grape varieties. His 2018 releases are both sumptuous and arresting. First Tracks (42 percent Petit Verdot, 36 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, and 22 percent Syrah) is poised and ripe, with a core of mineral-inflected black fruits framed by pepper accents and stiff tannins. Beguiling and Aspire are mirror images of each other. Beguiling (85 percent Grenache, 15 percent Syrah) is fresh and balanced, with remarkable purity of fruit. Aspire (84 percent Syrah, 16 percent Grenache) is full-bodied and concentrated with aromas of charcuterie and flavors of peppery black fruits. (lawestatewines.com)
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 485 DEGREES This from-scratch kitchen specializes in hand-cut fries, New England-style steak-and-cheese subs with tenderloin and roasted garlic aioli, po’ boys, and porchetta and fried chicken sandwiches. 7785 Davis Blvd. Unit 105, Naples (485degrees.com) ALEXANDER’S The tastes of farm-to-table American and European cuisine commingle at this fine dining establishment. 4077 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (alex andersnaples.com) BEN ALLEN’S BACKYARD MUSIC KITCHEN Kick back to live country and rhythm and blues with a plate of the chef’s Nashville-style hot chicken or cornmeal-encrusted grouper. 12663 Tamiami Trail E., Naples (benallensbackyard.com) THE BEVY Everything old is new again at The Bevy (short for beverage). Be sure to try the Blackberry
Tom Cat, a riff on the Tom Collins, from the signature cocktail menu. 360 12th Ave. S., Naples (naplesbevy. com) BILL’S CAFÉ Chef Bill Salley presides over an open kitchen that slings comfort food and connects to a welcoming dining area underscored by classic rock tunes. 947 Third Ave. N., Naples (billscafenaples.com) BISTRO 821 A long-time favorite, thanks to executive chef Jess Housman’s menu fusing Asian, European, and domestic flavors. 821 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (bistro821.com) BLUEBERRY’S RESTAURANT There’s something for everyone at Blueberry’s, from a hearty skillet to an egg white scramble to pancakes. 3350 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (blueberrys-restaurant.com) BOKAMPER’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL Kim Bokamper retired from NFL football decades ago, but he’s still scoring at his North Naples eatery. 8990 Fontana Del Sol Way, Naples (bokampers.com) COOPER’S HAWK WINERY Signature dishes paired with Cooper’s Hawk wines in a casual setting. 11905 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (chwinery.com) FUSE BBQ Stop by for Texas-style brisket, Memphisstyle ribs, and Carolina-style pork. 2500 Tamiami Trail N. #114, Naples (fusebbq.com) HOBNOB Elevated comfort food and sophisticated fare in a modern yet warm atmosphere. Beef and fish are brought in fresh daily and filleted on site. 720
Fifth Ave. S. Unit 101, Naples (hobnobnaples.com) KC AMERICAN BISTRO As the name implies, regional American cuisine is on tap. 885 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (kcamericanbistro.com) LAKE PARK DINER A healthy spin on classic diner fare, with an emphasis on organic meats and produce. 944 Seventh Ave. N., Naples (thelakeparkdiner.com) THE LOCAL Fresh, healthy meals dominate the menu, and its brunch is one of the best in town. 5323 AirportPulling Road, Naples (thelocalnaples.com) MICHELBOB’S CHAMPIONSHIP RIBS & STEAKS Family-run since 1976, Michelbob’s offers a full bar and comprehensive menu of barbecue favorites. 371 Airport-Pulling Road N., Naples (michelbobs.com) OLD NAPLES PUB AND THE VILLAGE PUB Both of these local favorites feature an array of handhelds and finger-friendly foods perfect for the casual setting. 255 13th Ave. S.; 4360 Gulf Shore Blvd., Naples (naplespubs.com) RIDGWAY BAR & GRILL Chef Tony Ridgway continues wowing diners with classic American cuisine. 1300 Third St. S., Naples (ridgwaybarandgrill.com) SEVENTH SOUTH CRAFT FOOD + DRINK Owner Barry Larkin and chef Jay Schrednitz offer a locally and globally sustainable seafood program, handcut steaks, house-made pastas, and reimagined cocktails, along with Saturday and Sunday brunch. 849 Seventh Ave. S., Naples (seventhsouth.com) NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | APRIL 2022
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SPANISH CLASS When John Colon came to Naples for a family visit in 2015, he fell in love with the city and decided to stay. One thing he noticed was a lack of good Spanish cuisine, so he began a quest to find the right location and partner to launch an authentic restaurant. Ultimately, he met Dr. Orlando Fernandez, owner of Barbosa Kitchen on Fourth Avenue North. The two men realized they shared the same vision. Colon bought out the retiring chef, Edgar Barbosa, and entered into a partnership with Fernandez. They expanded into the space next door, redesigned, rebranded, and opened as Bodega Olé. “I always felt Naples needed
a high-end, fine-dining Spanish restaurant,” says Colon. “I worked as a restaurant manager at the Four Seasons hotels in [Los Angeles] and New York, along with Ian Schrager’s boutique hotels in Manhattan, and I wanted to apply that experience to my combined Spanish and Puerto Rican heritage.” The menu at Bodega Olé reads like a roll call of Iberian classics. Beginning with appetizers such as grilled octopus, blood sausage, and tortilla española, it moves on to suckling pig and three varieties of paella. The Latin influence is evident in dishes like croquetas and slow-roast-
TAVERN ON THE BAY This popular sports bar boasts huge televisions, great comfort food, and a lovely view of the Gordon River. 489 Bayfront Place, Naples (tavernonthebay.net) THREE60 MARKET In addition to a stellar market, this local favorite boasts a café that serves classic, fresh fare for breakfast and lunch or an early dinner. 2891 Bayview Drive, Naples (three60market.com) TOMMY BAHAMA RESTAURANT & BAR Born in Naples, the Tommy Bahama laid-back lifestyle is full throttle in its original festive eatery and bar at 1220
ed Puerto Rican–style pork shoulder. The extensive wine list is heavy on selections from all over Spain. He recently opened a second restaurant, El Basque Vin & Pintxo Bar, in Bonita Springs. For Colon, the appeal of Spain’s cuisine goes beyond the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet. “It’s hearty comfort fare that is also fun, with lots of small plates for people to share and enjoy,” he says. (bodegaolenaples.com)
Third St. S., Naples; and Coconut Point, 23150 Fashion Drive #101, Estero (tommybahama.com) TRUE FOOD KITCHEN The eclectic menu features anti-inflammatory dishes that will make you feel good from the inside out. 5375 Tamiami Trail N. Ste. 15, Naples (truefoodkitchen.com/naples) TWISTED SHEEP PIZZA & BREW Artisanal specialty and custom pizzas and inventive hand-helds and small bites, local brews, and “stubborn soda” in flavors such as citrus-hibiscus orange. 3802 Tamiami Trail E., Naples (twistedsheeppizza.com)
THE BAY HOUSE Overlooking the Cocohatchee River, this eatery features a beautiful dining room plus Southern-inspired seafood fare. 799 Walkerbilt Road, Naples (bayhousenaples.com) BAYSIDE SEAFOOD GRILL & BAR This Venetian Bay favorite boasts grand water views, prime grilled meats, and seafood specialties. 4270 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (baysideseafoodgrillandbar.com) FISH RESTAURANT Fabulous views of Venetian Bay complement the outstanding seafood. 4360 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (fishrestau rantnaples.com) GROUPER & CHIPS The grouper is spectacular, as are the crab cakes, fish tacos, and bouillabaisse. 338 Ninth St. N., Naples (grouperand chipsnaples.com) HOGFISH HARRY’S Showcasing the Gulf Coast’s bounty, Hogfish Harry’s serves up signatures such as monkfish bucco and, of course, grilled hogfish. 600 Neapolitan Way, Naples (hogfishharrys.com) LA PESCHERIA A creative, stellar eatery that honors the culture of Italian fish markets. 474 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (lapescherianaples.com) MR. BIG FISH This family-friendly eatery specializes in delicious chowders and locally caught seafood dishes. 754 Neapolitan Way, Naples (mrbigfish.com) PINCHERS CRAB SHACK Pinchers serves fresh, local seafood in a casual, family-friendly setting. 1200 Fifth Ave. S., Naples; 591 S. Collier Blvd., Marco Island; 28580 Bonita Crossing Blvd., Bonita Springs (pinchersusa.com) RIVERWALK AT TIN CITY The menu brims with innovative interpretations of salads, sandwiches, pastas, and steaks, as well as seafood entrées. 1200 Fifth Ave. S. Ste. 45, Naples (riverwalktincity.com) SAILS This bona fide “pescatarian’s haven” features exquisitely fresh seafood prepared to perfection. 301 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (sailsrestaurants.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 (seasaltnaples.com) TRULUCK’S SEAFOOD, STEAK, & CRAB HOUSE Truluck’s owns local fisheries, so the catch is always fresh in this fine-dining restaurant. 698 Fourth Ave. S., Naples (trulucks.com) THE TURTLE CLUB Fresh seafood, fine steaks, and chops are nearly overshadowed by the spectacular beachfront setting. 9225 Gulf Shore Drive N., Naples (turtleclubnaples.com)
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USS NEMO UNDERSEA CUISINE & ADVENTURES Everything is a cut above, but the signature miso-broiled sea bass is a must. 3745 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (ussne morestaurant.com)
STEAK CHOPS CITY GRILL A modern take on the traditional, with prime aged steaks, local seafood, and more than 100 whiskey selections. 837 Fifth Ave. S., Naples; 8200 Health Center Blvd. Ste. 100, Bonita Springs (chopscitygrill.com) THE CONTINENTAL This D’Amico restaurant is a stylish steak house and gastropub. 1205 Third St. S., Naples (damicoscontinental.com) DORONA Local culinary superstars Fabrizio and Ingrid Aielli have excelled again with this modern Italian steak house. 2110 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (doronanaples. com) THE GRILL Luxurious dining in The Ritz-Carlton, Naples features rich decor, aged prime beef, chops, and fresh seafood. 280 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (ritzcarl ton.com/naples) JIMMY P’S CHARRED Known for its Wagyu beef, the popular butcher shop’s steaks and other fine foods are served in the restaurant next door. 1833 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (jimmypscharred.com) SHULA’S STEAK HOUSE In the winning tradition of late NFL coaching icon Don Shula, the “Shula Cut” is one of the best steaks in town. 5111 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (shulasnaples.com)
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FRENCH BLEU PROVENCE Authentic dishes from the South of France are paired with wines from the vast, awardwinning selection compiled by the restaurant’s owner, Jacques Cariot. 1234 Eighth St. S., Naples (bleuproven cenaples.com) CHEZ BOËT FRENCH HOME COOKING Lisa and Philippe Boët serve up delicious French classics in a warm, homey atmosphere. 755 12th Ave. S., Naples (chezboetnaples.com) LA COLMAR BAKERY & BISTRO Authentic French beignets, quiche, croque monsieur, soups, salads, croissant sandwiches, and charcuterie and cheese boards. 80 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (lacolmar.com)
MEXICAN ROCCO’S TACOS AND TEQUILA BAR Every day is Cinco de Mayo at this high-energy eatery. The signature tacos are a hit, along with the savory guacamole, made fresh tableside. 9123 Strada Place Ste. 7135, Naples (roccostacos.com) TACOS & TEQUILA CANTINA The many varieties of tacos are made with fresh, local products and handmade tortillas. 4834 Davis Blvd.; 8971 Tamiami Trail N., Naples; 10952 Eagle Village Drive, Fort Myers (tacosan dtequilanaples.com) TAQUERIA SAN JULIAN This neighborhood destination serves up tacos with familiar fillings, though tripe NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | APRIL 2022
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ITALIAN ALBERTO’S ON FIFTH Chef Alberto Varetto cooks fine dishes in his elegant restaurant. 868 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (albertosonfifth.com) ANGELINA’S RISTORANTE A place for a special night out, with elegant cuisine and a 4,000-bottle wine tower. 24041 Tamiami Trail S., Bonita Springs (ange linasofbonitasprings.com) BARBATELLA Pizzas and pastas are delish, but don’t overlook offerings like the grilled salmon. Save room for the signature Nutella pizza. 1290 Third St. S., Naples (barbatellanaples.com) BAR TULIA This late-night brother of Osteria Tulia serves outstanding pizzas and a variety of irresistible small bites, among other delicacies. 462 Fifth Ave. S.; 9118 Strada Place Ste. 8150, Naples (bartulia.com) BELLINI The Bellini family treats guests to cuisine inspired by matriarch “Nonna” Maria. 2331 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (bellininaples.com) BRIO ITALIAN GRILLE The location in Waterside Shops makes this a popular place for pre- and post-shopping meals. 5505 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (brioitalian.com) CAMPIELLO RISTORANTE & BAR This mainstay on Third Street South is a perennial gathering place for great food and people-watching. 1177 Third St. S., Naples (campiellonaples.com) DEROMO’S GOURMET MARKET & RESTAURANT Dine on home-style dishes, then shop for gourmet items to take home. The Promenade, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs (deromos.com) GRAPPINO This latest venture from Ingrid and Fabrizio Aielli celebrates Fabrizio’s Venetian roots and houses one of the country’s most comprehensive grappa bars. 90 Ninth St. N., Naples (grappinonaples.com) MINO This casual eatery specializes in pizza and trattoria dishes, including freshly made pastas and appetizers like the ever-popular arancini. 1100 Sixth Ave. S., Naples (minofl.com) MOLTO TRATTORIA The homemade pasta, sauces, pizza Napoletana, and homestyle cuisine are all top-notch. 368 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (moltonaples.com) OSTERIA TULIA Chef Vincenzo Betulia’s authentically rustic venue and “peasant” cuisine are delizioso. 466 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (osteriatulia.com) PARMESAN PETE’S Chef and owner Peter Della Rocca creates meals that taste like a “big bite of Brooklyn.” 7935 Airport-Pulling Road, Naples (parme sanpetes.com) PAZZO! CUCINA ITALIANA The “friendly neighborhood” restaurant has been serving dishes using made-from-scratch sauces, pastas, and desserts for more than 20 years. 853 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (pazzoitaliancafe.com) ROMA ITALIAN BISTRO Pizza and Italian specialities made with ingredients imported from Italy and fresh organic produce. 655 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (romaital ianpizzeria.com) TERRAZZA This Italian eatery at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples pairs cool Gulf breezes with classic entrées and an array of pastas. 280 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (ritzcarlton.com)
ASIAN 21 SPICES BY CHEF ASIF Chef Asif R. Syed offers classical Indian cuisine created with his special collection of spices. 4270 Tamiami Trail E. #21, Naples (21spicesdining.com) 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 (arayanaples.com)
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AZN AZIAN CUIZINE PanAsian cuisine and an expansive sushi rolls menu, including specialties like Surf & Turf with blue crab, tuna, beef filet carpaccio, and cucumber. 9118 Strada Place, Naples (aznrestaurant. com) DARUMA Visit this Southwest Florida institution for traditional service or teppanyaki-style cooking, an always exciting culinary experience. 241 Center St. N., Naples (darumarestaurant.com) FUJIYAMA STEAK AND SEAFOOD HOUSE Enjoy steaks and seafood prepared with Japanese flair at Fujiyama’s hibachi table. 2555 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (naplesfujiyama.com) I LOVE CURRY Mumbai native “Chef Di” shares his professional skill and passion for traditional, authentic Indian cuisine through a popular food truck, restaurant, and catering operation. 2740 Bayshore Drive Unit #11, Naples (ilovecurry124.com) LE INDYA Having grown up on India’s southern coast, chef Suman Chaniyil creates authentic classics rich with flavor and finesse. 975 Pine Ridge Road, Naples (leindya.com) NAMBA Named for a district of Osaka, Namba specializes in aburi sushi, a style of nigiri where the fish is partially grilled on top. 8847 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (nambanaples.com)
SUSHI ONE Freshness is paramount at Sushi One and each order is painstakingly prepared by hand. 1410 Pine Ridge Road, Naples (sushionenaples.com) SUSHI-THAI Presenting traditional dishes from Japan, as well as sushi and Thai classics. 869 103rd Ave. N.; 7935 Airport-Pulling Road N.; 898 Fifth Ave. S., Naples; 25101 S. Tamiami Trail, Bonita Springs (sush ithaitoo.com and sushithaidowntown.com) ZEN ASIAN BBQ A rustic Japanese pub serving fantastic sushi, Korean barbecue, ramen, and more. 10823 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (eatatzen.com)
GLOBAL BHA! BHA! PERSIAN BISTRO Michael Mir’s popular restaurant serves up savory lamb dishes and a wide choice of colorful and delicious Persian specialties. 865 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (bhabhabistro.com) C LEVEL BISTRO & WINE BAR A trendy venue that offers a menu of international dishes with American and French influences. 4450 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs (c-levelbar.com) CELEBRATION PARK NAPLES This waterfront bar and food truck park has something for everyone, from Maine lobster and Greek gyros, to Asian fusion and Southern barbecue. 2880 Becca Ave., Naples (face
book.com/celebrationparknaples) COAST Enjoy a candlelit dinner indoors or watch the sun set over the Gulf on the terrace as you savor the globally influenced cuisine. 1901 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (edgewaternaples.com) FUSE GLOBAL CUISINE Chef-owner Greg Scarlatos uses flavors and ingredients from around the world to create a diverse menu. 2500 Tamiami Trail N. #115, Naples (fuseglobalcuisine.com) HYDE N CHIC At this fine-dining establishment, chef Andy Hyde merges his Ghana roots with Southwest Florida’s agricultural and seafood bounty. 923 Creech Road, Naples (hydenchicrestaurant.com) JANE’S GARDEN CAFÉ ON THIRD Having worked in places such as London, Hong Kong, and Frankfurt, the owners of this popular downtown spot offer a world of breakfast and lunch choices. 1209 Third St. S., Naples (janesgardencafe.com) LIMA RESTAURANT & PISCO BAR This East Naples restaurant captures the essence of the Peruvian capital’s vibrant cuisine. 5047 Tamiami Trail E., Naples (lima-restaurant.com) VERANDA E The signature restaurant at Escalante hotel offers an eclectic fusion of Asian and Frenchinfluenced flavors in a romantic tropical setting. 290 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (hotelescalante.com)
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Define the Wine
We debunk some of the most common labels on bottles today By Mark Spivak
For those of us focused on healthy living and social responsibility, the content of what we consume is becoming more and more important. Grape growing and wine production— two areas traditionally not subjected to much scrutiny—are suddenly being examined for practices that are beneficial to both individuals and the community. Terms such as organic, biodynamic, sustainable, and natural are appearing on wine labels, without any explanation of what they mean. Here, we provide a brief guide. ORGANIC: To be certified as organic by either the USDA or CCOF (California Certified Organic Farmers), producers must pass a lengthy examination of both their vineyard and cellar practices. If a wine is labeled as certified organic, it has been grown without synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers and it does not contain any added sulfites. However, a label may proclaim that the grapes were “organically grown,” which allows the use of certain processing additives, or it may list a percentage of organically grown grapes. Does an organic wine taste better? Not necessarily. Consumers should also be aware that the low sulfite content of these wines translates to a shorter shelf life, so plan on drinking them sooner rather than later. BIODYNAMIC: A wine labeled as biodynamic has been certified by either Demeter or Biodyvin; the grapes are grown without synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, or chemicals, and they are free of GMOs and sulfites during the winemaking process. The biodynamic movement
strives to regard the entire vineyard as a single organism and requires that vintners time their planting schedules with lunar cycles to ensure the best agricultural health. A wine can also be labeled as “made with biodynamic grapes,” meaning that the grapes were grown according to Demeter standards, but the cellar practices have not been verified. Generally, you can assume that a biodynamic wine is made with the lowest possible intervention standards. Like organic wine, though, the low sulfite levels may affect the shelf life. SUSTAINABLE: Here’s where it gets complicated. In general, a sustainable wine may be grown with vineyard biodiversity, water
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conservation, and renewable energy such as solar—or it may not. It’s important to remember that a certified sustainable wine isn’t necessarily made with organic grapes or without additives. Of the many third-party certifications, these are the major ones: ● Certified Sustainable, administered by the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance, uses a complicated set of metrics including greenhouse gas emissions and water, energy, and nitrogen use. ● SIP (Sustainability in Practice) has a rigorous set of practices including canopy management, cultivation of cover crops, energyefficient equipment, packaging reuse to prevent waste, and employee safety. ● LIVE (Low Input Viticulture and Enology), based in the Pacific Northwest, enforces a strict checklist of requirements for both the vineyard and the cellar. ● Napa Green certifies both vineyards and wineries in a soil-to-bottle stewardship program for Napa Valley wine estates. ● Salmon-Safe promotes farming practices in California and the Pacific Northwest that protect water quality and safeguard the marine habitat.
NATURAL: This is the murkiest category of all since there is no certifying body and no official definition of what the term means. In general, it refers to a movement among winegrowers to revert to simpler, more traditional methods, which may or may not include growing grapes without pesticides and chemical fertilizers and making wine without additives. You can assume that your natural wine is likely produced by a small grower from organically or sustainably grown grapes, fermented with no added yeast, and made with little or no added sulfites. «
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AVRON B. FOGELMAN SPORTS MUSEUM A visual progression of American sports alongside vignettes of the country’s growth, providing historical context, opportunities for intergenerational connections and unique storytelling. The 3,500 square-foot exhibit houses 1,200 pieces of memorabilia from baseball, basketball, football and more. Free admission /open to the public with easy parking. fau.edu/fogelmanmuseum
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WELLNESS
Minding Your MIND
Feeling burnt out at work? You’re not the only one—which is why workplace mental health is this month’s focus of the Mind Your Mind initiative at Naples-based David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health (DLC). The initiative commenced after DLC noticed rising numbers of mental health issues pre-pandemic, followed by the delivery of a record number of services in 2021. Spotlighted each month is a different mental health issue, from isolation to children’s mental health to substance abuse recovery. According to DLC president and CEO Scott Bur-
gess, the yearlong project aims to raise awareness and provide support for mental health challenges in the community. If residents take one thing from the Mind Your Mind initiative, Burgess wants it to be not feeling ashamed or worried about seeking help. “You can’t have overall health and wellness without having strong mental health and wellness,” he says. DLC offers many helpful resources on workplace mental health. Or, for some quick tips on best practices for coping with work-related blues, turn the page. (davidlawrencecenters.org) NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | APRIL 2022
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RECOGNIZE BURNOUT SO YOU CAN ADDRESS IT. Workplace burnout can affect your career but may have serious ramifications on health, too. Research published in PLOS One found that burnout was associated with type 2 diabetes, heart disease, persistent fatigue, and depression—among others. If you notice burnout symptoms, don’t ignore them.
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PRACTICE SELF-CARE. Get enough sleep and take time for activities you enjoy. Regular exercise, practicing mindfulness, or yoga could help. In fact, a small study published in Sustainability found that yoga sessions for eight weeks reduced physical and mental fatigue, increased self-awareness, and improved burnout symptoms in teachers.
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RECOVERING TOGETHER
Pursuing substance abuse treatment while in a local jail, one young woman rediscovered her dream of working in real estate—and achieved it. “Fast forward to today, she’s sold so many homes and helped so many people that are in recovery,” says Together on Purpose co-founder Rose Young, who worked with the woman and recently attended her wedding. Rose and her husband, Vaughn Young, started the Naples-based nonprofit to support people in life transitions, particularly those reentering the community from incarceration. However, the organization assists veterans who need help and youths transitioning to college, too. The Youngs use their backgrounds—Rose’s work in addiction counseling and Vaughn’s personal experiences and expertise as a career coordinator—to connect with clients and fill in gaps where support is needed. “It’s not enough to just give out suits” for job interviews, Vaughn explains. “Most people coming home from incarceration, one of the things they definitely don’t have is health care to deal with the mental health component” of the transition. Together on Purpose provides diverse services, including sober-living opportunities, mental health referrals, ongoing accountability, and mentoring. They’re also creating a job certification program to help clients stay on track and excel. Adds Rose, “recovery is not just stopping drugs and alcohol; recovery is self-discovery.” (topinc.org)
have to see life afresh,” Gomez explains, noting that each situation you may find boring actually has thousands of possibilities. To gain a new outlook, she suggests focusing on living in the present, reflecting on your inner state, and working to shift your perception to find fulfillment. She also recommends activities like yoga, going for a bike ride, journaling, or simply walking barefoot outside to center in the moment. “We live in paradise here. We have everything we need,” she notes. “Look for poetry and magic in everything that we have around.” (ivettegomez.com)
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Dr. T. Foster Bryant, owner of MovMnt Spine & Rehab in Naples, assists clients with techniques and treatments for maintaining good posture.
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Good posture benefits your health, but it’s about more than sitting (or standing) up straight. Over a lifetime of constant leaning or bending, “your spine actually begins to weaken,” explains Dr. T. Foster Bryant, a chiropractor and exercise physiologist who owns MovMnt Spine & Rehab in Naples. The best way to fix your posture is to understand any issues with your spine, he notes, which starts with X-ray and then treatments like bracing to support realignment. There are also steps you can take on your own. Bryant suggests holding your smartphone up in front of you when using it, and positioning your computer screen and televison slightly above eye level. When sitting, place a small pillow in the middle of your back for support. Bryant also recommends following an active lifestyle and, in particular, practicing Pilates for spine lengthening. Sensors that alert you when you’re slumping may help raise your awareness of posture, but Bryant notes that they may not be enough. “There’s a lot of things that are helpful; there’s not a lot of things that are corrective,” he says. (movmntnaples.com)
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INNOVATION
COURTESY OF FOUNTAIN X
Beyond Fitness Fountain X offers an array of personalized fitness and holistic health services.
A new fitness studio in Naples, Fountain X, offers ways to monitor and improve your overall health that go beyond physical training and nutritional guidance. While fitness is a key part of health, these services often are segmented, notes Shawn Buchheit, global vice president of business development for Fountain Life, the studio’s parent company. According to Buchheit, Fountain X brings these services together with the goal of “making fitness an extension of health care [and] health care an extension of fitness.” The studio offers group classes, personal training, and AI-based equipment that provides a personalized
workout, but it also helps members recover with laser therapy, chiropractic services, and infrared saunas. Fountain X then steps even further into health care through its collaboration with Fountain Life. Members can take a range of preventative tests that may not be covered by insurance, from a full-body MRI to cancer screenings to a gut microbiome analysis, with the goal of identifying and addressing illness as early as possible. By providing tools for fitness and holistic health in one place, Buchheit adds, “people can curate it and take responsibility [and] ownership of their own health.” (fountain-x.com)
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Got a minute? How about 10 seconds? From innovative lamellar technology (tiny layers that weightlessly repair and smooth hair) to exfoliating acid glosses and featherlight mists, these game-changing hair treatments achieve smooth, silky, healthy tresses in seconds: L’Oréal Elvive 8 Second Wonder Water Hair Transforming Lamellar Rinse-Out ($10, Ulta Beauty, Naples); Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Glass Hair Water ($8, Target, Naples); Kérastase Chroma Absolu Soin Acide Chroma Gloss with lactic acid and centella asiatica ($53, Sephora, Naples); Davroe Brilliance Shine Mist ($25, davroe. com); and TO112 Ultimate Hair Cream with tamanu and pomegranate oils ($21, to112.com). —Abigail Duffy
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The season is upon us, and two proposed changes could impact wealthy filers down the road By Judy Martel For taxpayers, last year was one of much talk but little action. President Joe Biden’s Build Back Better Act proposed an array of tax increases, particularly on individuals earning $400,000 and above, in order to pay for a variety of social and environmental programs in the bill. In the end, the complete plan stalled in Congress, as did many of the proposed tax subsidies to pay for it. But that doesn’t mean all of them are dead, says Jeffrey Rubinger, an adjunct faculty member at the University of Miami School of Law’s graduate program in taxation and partner at Baker & McKenzie in Miami. “I do think some of the proposals will go through; it’s just a matter of when.” Two of the proposals he believes would have the biggest impact on wealthy individuals are an increase in the long-term capital gains tax and a reduction or elimination of the exclusion of 100 percent of the gain from the sale of a qualified small business (C-corporations with less than $50 million in assets). Taxes on capital gains are imposed when certain assets—such as vacation homes, stocks, bonds, and art owned for at least a year—are sold for more than their purchase price. In 2022, the capital gains rate essentially remains unchanged, with the highest rate set at 20 percent for single filers earning in excess of $459,750 and for married filing jointly earning more than $517,200. An additional surcharge of 3.8 percent is levied on individuals with income exceeding $200,000 for single filers and $250,000 for married filing jointly. In preparation for potentially paying a higher rate of up to 25 percent under the Build Back Better plan, many wealthy individuals sold investments in 2021 to take advantage of the lower rates, Rubinger says. “Essentially they accelerated a lot of income, and it turns out they didn’t have to do that.” But when there is talk of significant changes to the tax laws, it’s not such a bad thing to jump the gun by selling at least some assets while the rate is low, he adds. The other proposal Rubinger thinks Congress will eventually pass will have
a “huge impact” on small business owners, he says. Currently, owners who sell their qualified small business can exclude 100 percent of the gain, up to $10 million or 10 times the value of the company’s stock. Historically, successful small business owners who fit the qualifications have been able to amass wealth with this exclusion. One of the most hotly debated proposals was the increase in the top income tax rate from 36 percent to 39.6 percent, but that did not pass last year. “The only change in 2022 is the imposition of an additional 5 percent surcharge on top of the highest rate for those with gross income exceeding $10 million and another 8 percent for incomes exceeding $25 million,” says Rubinger. The Build Back Better plan is “clearly aimed at people making a significant amount of money,” Rubinger says. “The issue is that for many high-net-worth individuals, most of their income is on capital gains, which are taxed at a lower rate than ordinary income.” Taking all this into account, the best defense is to work with a tax professional to devise the strategy that best serves you. «
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Where can you meet three New York Times best-selling authors at the same venue while supporting young survivors of human trafficking? At the Afternoon with Authors event April 14 in the downtown clubhouse of the Naples Woman’s Club. The discussion panel will feature Patti Callahan Henry, Kate Quinn, and Weina Dai Randel—three acclaimed writers recognized for their historical fiction. Stacy Vermylen, club spokeswoman, says the three authors are attending pro bono to support Path2Freedom, a local treatment and rehabilita-
tion shelter for young trafficking victims, including teens and foster children. Naples author Dianna Rostad (You Belong Here Now, 2021, William Morrow/HarperCollins) chaired the event committee. Rostad “is bringing us the strongest group of authors we have ever had,” says Vermylen. “Historical fiction is an extremely popular genre, especially among our local population and book groups. Their books feature strong women and bring history alive in an array of time periods.” The afternoon includes a silent auction, cocktails, nibbles, book sales, and signings. Tickets are $150 and the event is limited to 200 attendees. (napleswomansclub.org)
Clockwise from top: Authors Weina Dai Randel, Patti Callahan Henry, and Kate Quinn.
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Clockwise from left: La Fleur Jaune by Herve Lenouvel at East West Fine Art; Unholy Stagger by paper artist Matthew Shlian at Method & Concept; Sea Grapes Revisited by Cheryl Costley in Naples Botanical Garden’s “Woven: Fiber Arts Now”; Gulfshore Opera presents Tosca on April 29; Panorama Sur La Mer by Laurent Parcelier at East West Fine Art.
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ARTS & CULTURE GOINGS ON & PERFORMANCES
1 An Officer and a Gentleman: The Musical, Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, Fort Myers, to April 3, $22-$81. (bbmannpah.com)
Friends of the Library Beach Series, Kristy Woodson Harvey, best-selling author of nine novels, including Under the Southern Sky, Feels Like Falling, and The Peachtree Bluff series, Sugden Community Theatre, Naples, $55. (collier-friends.org)
Gulfshore Playhouse, Norris Center, Naples, to April 16, $45-$80; student $25. (gulfshoreplayhouse.org)
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, Center for Performing Arts, Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs, also April 2, $17-$23. (artcente rbonita.org)
Mary Poppins, The Naples Players, Sugden Community Theatre, Naples, to April 3, $47. (naplesplayers.org)
2 Art in the Park, Naples Art, CamThe Invisible Hand by Ayad Akhtar,
bier Park, Naples, free. (naplesart.org)
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3 Birding in the Garden, Naples Botanical Garden, Sundays and Tuesdays through April 26, included with general admission. (naplesgarden.org)
Kenny G, Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee, $119. (semin oleimmokaleecasino.com) Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Andrey Boreyko with Bruce Liu on piano, Hayes Hall, Artis— Naples, $79-$155. (artisnaples.org)
4 Films for Film Lovers, The Lost Leonardo, screening and discussion, Center for Performing Arts, Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs, also April 11, Our Mothers; April 18, Alpha; April 25, Final Account, $10. (artcenterbonita.org)
5 Early Birding Walk, Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, eastern Collier County, also April 12, 19, and 26, $40. (cork screw.audubon.org) Marco Grispo Jazz Trio, Marco Island Center for the Arts, $25-$30. (marcoislandart.org)
6 Art Alive!, open studios, 91 artists in Southwest Florida’s largest concentration of working artists’ studios, Naples Art District, also April 7 and 16, free. (naplesartdistrict.com)
2 PICKS CENTERS FOR THE ARTS BONITA SPRINGS INVITES THE COMMUNITY FOR MUSIC AND DANCE PERFORMANCES, ART DEMONSTRATIONS, AND MORE FREE ACTIVITIES DURING ARTS WORLDWIDE DAY ON APRIL 9 AT ITS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER. (ARTSBONITA.ORG)
“Camera Girl: Saloma Olds’ Marco Island” is on view at the Marco Island Historical Museum to June 11.
Walking Tour of Naples Historic District, a Blue Zones Project–endorsed activity celebrating National Walking Day, Naples Historical Society, Palm Cottage, Naples, $22. (napleshistorical society.org)
Lerner & Loewe’s My Fair Lady, The Lincoln Center
OLD-GROWTH FOREST WALK Commune with nature on Everglades Day, April 7, commemorating the 1890 birthday of Marjory Stoneman Douglas, famed defender of the River of Grass. Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary offers a guided three-hour Ancient Forest Tour along its 2.25-mile boardwalk exploring the history and ecology of the world’s largest oldgrowth bald cypress forest, protected from logging since 1954. For ages 16 and older; $30. (cork screw.audubon.org)
BRING THE TISSUES FOR THEATREZONE’S PRODUCTION OF THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY, APRIL 21 TO MAY 1, $65-$80. (THEATRE.ZONE)
7 Ancient Forest Tour, three-hour tour along the 2.25mile boardwalk through the ancient forest highlighting history, ecology, storytelling, and ancient cypress trees, Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, eastern Collier County, $30. (corkscrew.audubon.org)
Organic Produce Market, fresh produce, perennial greens, seasonal fruit, and herbs from the property’s garden, Shangri-La Springs, Bonita Springs, also April 14, 21, and 28, free. (shangrilasprings.com) 8 Il Volo Sings Morricone, Suncoast Credit Union Arena, Fort Myers, $49.50-$114.50. (bbmannpah.com)
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concerts by bands including Fastball, Soul Asylum, Spin Doctors, and Joan Osborne, interactive art exhibits, art merchants, food trucks, Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee, free. (seminoleimmokaleecasino.com)
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AGENDA Davis, author of the Pulitzer Prize–winning The Gulf: The Making of an American Sea, Friends of Lovers Key, Lovers Key State Park, Fort Myers Beach, $30. (friendsofloverskey.org)
22 Believing in Girls Luncheon, PACE Center for Girls-Collier at Immokalee, Quail West Country Club, Naples, $150. (pacecenter.org/locations/collierat-immokalee)
Champions For Learning, Golden Apple Celebration of Teachers, The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples, $250. (championsforlearning.org)
Stage It! 10-Minute Play Festival, 10-plus short plays chosen from hundreds of submissions, Center for Performing Arts, Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs, also April 23 and 24, $30. (artcenterbonita.org)
23 Southwest Florida Symphony: Masterworks 4, conducted by Radu Paponiu,
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LOOKING FOR A QUICK ESCAPE? HEAD OVER TO AVE MARIA TO GET A “TASTE” OF THE COMMUNITY EAST OF NAPLES THROUGH FREE EVENTS. THE SATURDAY FARMERS MARKET IN THE TOWN CENTER (9 A.M.–2 P.M.) THROUGH APRIL 30 OFFERS A SELECTION OF PRODUCE, PLANTS, BAKED GOODS, HONEY, AND MORE. VISITORS CAN ALSO ENJOY LIVE MUSIC AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN THE TOWN CENTER EACH TUESDAY AND SATURDAY, 11 A.M.–2 P.M., THROUGH APRIL 30. AVE MARIA DEVELOPMENT OFFERS ONE-HOUR NARRATED SIGHTSEEING TROLLEY TOURS EACH TUESDAY THROUGH APRIL 26. RESERVATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED. (AVEMARIA.COM)
Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, Fort Myers, $17-$111. (bbmannpah.com)
24 My Favorite Things—A Salute to Richard Rogers, Gulf Coast Symphony, Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, Fort Myers, $39-$85. (bbmannpah. com)
Naples Concert Band, Cambier Park, Naples, free, donations suggested. (naplesconcertband.org)
Southwest Florida Poetry Slam, Sunset Stroll, Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, east-
Center for Performing Arts, Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs, $10. (artcenterbonita.org)
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14 Stars on Ice, Hertz Arena, Estero, $30-$155.
Ozel, Wang Opera Center, Naples, $45-$50. (grand pianoseries.org)
ter Garden, Naples Botanical Garden, included with general admission. (naplesgarden.org)
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Florida Gulf Coast University Silver Celebration, Alico Arena, FGCU campus, Estero, $750.
15 Jonathan Edwards, singer-songwriter, CenThank you, Andrey!, Naples Philharmonic, conducted by Andrey Boreyko with tenor Garrett Sorenson and bass-baritone Nathan Berg, Hayes Hall, Artis—Naples, $29-$72. (artisnaples.org)
13 Bags & Bow Ties, The Shelter for Abused Women & Children, The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, $400. (naplesshelter.org)
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interdisciplinary shadow performance by the Los Angeles–based animator, director, and designer, Center for Performing Arts, Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs, $32-$45. (artcenterbonita.org)
atreZone, G&L Theatre, Community School of Naples, to May 1, $65-$80. (theatre.zone)
Tosca, three-act opera will be performed in Italian
22 The Bald Eagle and the Gulf of Mexico—A Cultural and Natural History, lecture by Jack E.
with English supertitles, Gulfshore Opera, with the Naples Philharmonic and Fort Myers Mastersingers, Artis—Naples, $59-$99. (artisnaples.org)
ter for Performing Arts, Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs, $32-$42. (artcenterbonita.org)
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30 Another Revolution by Jacqueline Bircher, Gulfshore Playhouse, Norris Center, Naples, to May 15, $45-$80; student $25. (gulfshoreplayhouse.org)
Harlem Globetrotters, Hertz Arena, Estero, $23$110. (hertzarena.com)
VISUAL ARTS & GALLERIES The Baker Museum at Artis—Naples. “Baseball Heroes: Works from the Jay H. Baker Collection” and “Love in All Forms: Selections from the Art Collection of Patty and Jay Baker,” both to May 15; “Florida Contemporary 2021-2022,” Hayes Hall, to July 17; “Pam Longobardi: Ocean Gleaning,” “Another World: The Transcendental Painting Group,” and “Invisible Thread,” all to July 24. (artisnaples.org)
The Shelter for Abused Women & Children’s annual fundraiser Bags & Bow Ties takes place April 13 at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples.
Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs. “Artwork
East West Fine Art, Naples. “Crème Brûlée and Champagne—Vistas of French Cities and Countryside,” featuring the work of French artists Laurent Parcelier and Herve Lenouvel, April 11-25. (eastwest fineart.com)
by the Batik Guild,” Center for Performing Arts, to April 28. (artcenterbonita.org)
Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples. “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Secrets of the Sewer,”
to May 15, included in museum admission. (cmon.org)
Harmon-Meek | Modern, Naples. “Richard Segalman Memorial Exhibition,” to April 2; “Masters of Realism: Falato, Dellosso, Entrekin, and Vickrey, April 5 -30. (harmonmeek.com) Marco Island Center for the Arts. “Members
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AGENDA Show,” to April 5; “Adult Student Exhibition” and “Marco Island Academy Student Exhibition” in La Petit Galerie, both April 11 to May 3. (marcoislandart.org)
BRAVO! Naples Philharmonic Artistic and Music Director Andrey Boreyko bids farewell to local audiences with four final performances April 3 and 9 and May 5 and 6 in Hayes Hall at Artis— Naples. Boreyko also serves as artistic and music director of the Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra, which he will conduct April 3. The renowned conductor extended his contract for an extra year after the pandemic; he will sign off on his illustrious eight-year local engagement with powerful symphonic programs. (artisnaples.org)
Marco Island Historical Museum. “Camera Girl: Saloma Olds’ Marco Island,” see Marco Island from 1913 to 1915 through the eyes of a teenager whose family moved to the island in 1910, with photos, diary entries, manuscripts, and vintage Brownie cameras, to June 11. (themihs.org)
Method & Concept, Naples. “The Art of Design Exhibition,” new works by ceramic artist Scott Daniel, paper artist Matthew Shlian, and handcrafted furniture by Chad Jensen, to April 29. (methodan dconcept.com) Naples Philharmonic Artistic and Music Director Andrey Boreyko conducts four final performances in April and May.
Michael Monroe Art, Naples. “Abstracts Soft and Gentle,” April 1-30. (michaelmonroeart.com) Museum of the Everglades, Everglades City. “Rooted in Agriculture: From Pioneer Gardens to Cash
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PAGES 108-109 Halter one-piece bathing suit ($900), visor ($765), Louis Vuitton, Waterside Shops, Naples, louisvuitton.com; gold O’Lock round disc earrings ($980), Fendi, fendi.com. PAGE 110 Black blazer dress with sequins and gold safety pin detail ($3,875), Versace, versace.com; Fendi Disco fashion show sunglasses ($520), Fendi, fendi.com. PAGE 111 Cashmere cardigan ($5,300), cashmere shorts ($2,900), metal, resin, and strass bracelets ($2,275 each), travel vanity bag ($6,200), knit sandals ($1,525), Chanel, Saks Fifth Avenue, Waterside Shops, Naples, chanel.com
Deep in the Heart by Tara Funk Grim, represented by Inspirations Artists & Design Gallery in the Naples Art District. The district hosts Art Alive! on April 6.
Crops from the Swamp,” to May 28. (colliermuseums.com)
Naples Botanical Garden. “Woven: Fiber Arts Now,” five local artists will be “woven” together in this synergistic exhibition featuring materials such as silk, pine needles, reed, and cotton, all pieces available for purchase with a portion of proceeds benefiting the garden, Kapnick Hall, April 8 to June 26; Sea Change, 2021, outdoor sculpture crafted of 30,000 pounds of willow, on view to 2023, included in garden admission. (naplesgarden.org)
Naples Depot Museum. “Naples-on-the-Golf,” learn how the game of golf has become one of the Paradise Coast’s favorite pastimes, to April 30. (colliermuseums.com) Phil Fisher Gallery, Naples. “Contemporaries,” featuring paintings by Phil Fisher, Jan Ellen Atkielski, Jeff Fessenden, Janet Kirby, and Natalie Guess, April 1-30. (philfisherfineart.com)
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PAGE 112 One-piece swimsuit ($830), safari shorts ($2,220), bomber jacket (price upon request), Louis Vuitton, Waterside Shops, Naples, louisvuitton.com; Fendi Disco fashion show sunglasses ($520), Fendi, fendi.com; knit sandals ($1,525), Chanel, Saks Fifth Avenue, Waterside Shops, Naples, chanel.com. PAGE 113 Bra top, skirt, D-Mension heels (all price upon request), Dior, dior.com PAGE 114 Gingham stretch-crepe bra and brief bikini set ($220), double-face compact wool jacket ($1,890), skinny belt ($290), Michael Kors Collection, Marissa Collections, Third Street South, Naples, michaelkors.com PAGE 115 Floral jacquard jacket ($5,495), lace tights ($825), crystal DG logo elastic belt ($2,445), geometric transparency sunglasses ($561), Dolce & Gabbana, dolcegabbana.com PAGE 116 Ribbed jersey swimsuit ($750), cotton top ($1,700), long metal, resin, strass, and glass necklace ($1,375), metal, resin, strass, and glass statement necklace ($1,425), leather belt ($1,350), fancy belt ($1,800), carbon frisbee ($2,250), Chanel, Saks Fifth Avenue, Waterside Shops, Naples, chanel.com PAGE 117 Chiffon gown ($12,500), Valentino Garavani gladiator sandals ($950), Valentino, Marissa Collections, Third Street South, Naples, valentino.com NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | APRIL 2022
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PHOTO FINISH
LOOK INTO MY EYES An adult brown pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis) at Isle of Capri sits motionless for a portrait by Nick Shirghio showcasing its subtle coloring. “It speaks of the everyday detail that you miss unless you’re looking closely,” Shirghio says. Shirghio moved to Naples in 1980 at the age of 9, so his eye is honed on local wildlife. A graduate of Daytona Beach Community College’s photography program, he has an architectural, editorial, and commercial focus professionally, as well as the outdoors, including cloudscapes. (nick-photo.com and @nickshirghiophotography) 216
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