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Contents May/June 2015

features 54 / Mother’s Nature

Meet five Naples moms who inspire and serve as outstanding role models for their children

By Liza Grant Smith

The colorful city of Cartagena, Colombia, creates a soulful backdrop for spring’s hottest looks Photography by Richard Reinsdorf

70 / Memorable Moments

Snapshots of a season that was one of the best ever; celebs and luminaries light up events across the Paradise Coast; young Neapolitans put a fresh spin on charity events and celebrations; top chefs, fab cuisine, fine wine and knock-out decor make for perfect parties

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Elie Saab printed gown with belt, Etro suede zigzag lace-up heels, Sequin agate statement necklace For buying information, turn to page 125.

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Tim Wright

Stunning gems capture Florida sunshine and inspire a citrus crush

44 / Finds

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Skip the tie, and consider these unique Father’s Day gift ideas

47 / Tropical Cruising

Whether you seek a relaxing voyage on the water or a multigenerational adventure, there is a ship with your name on it. All aboard!

By Daphne Nikolopoulos and Paul Rubio

52 / High Road

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The 2016 Mercedes-Maybach S600, sets a high bar for luxury rides

By Howard Walker

91 / Taste

MASA’s cocktails spice up Cinco de Mayo; In the kitchen with Jack Raben, executive chef of Lurcat Catering

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departments 22 / From the Publisher

24 / From the Editor: A Special Tribute NOAH WOLF

26 / NaplesIllustrated.com

Nominations open for our annual Super Men search; test your Naples knowledge in our trivia contest, and more reasons to log on

28 / In Focus

Little Black Dress Garden Party; Boys & Girls Club of Collier County Youth of the Year; Humane Society Pet Lovers Gala

On the Cover:

PHOTOGRAPHER: Richard Reinsdorf CLOTHING: Fendi organza feather and leather caged dress JEWELRY: Tory Burch spiral earrings HAIR AND MAKEUP: Victor Abril LOCATION: Cartagena, Colombia For buying information, turn to page 125.

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35 / Insider

Naples’ own Hap Fauth sails to victory; a tribute to the late Steven Leonard

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39 / Style

Summer fashion inspired by the wild west

98 / Pour

Modern twists on vermouth, a true cocktail chameleon

By Mark Spivak

113 / Balance

More health benefits from a super seed; a guide to olive oil’s delicious flavors; outdoor adventures for kids from a new local guidebook

121 / Agenda

Riveting images of urban life and death through the lens of iconic photographer Weegee, at The Baker Museum

129 / Seen

The Archangel Fund luncheon; Marilyn’s fashion show for The Immokalee Foundation; Naples Art, Antique & Jewelry Show preview

132 / Giving Back

Philanthropist Fred Klaucke supports families affected by cancer with compassion and empathy through Cancer Alliance of Naples

By Teri Evans

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Publisher Kaleigh Grover EDITORIAL Editor in Chief Teri Evans Managing Editor Kat Smith Online Editor Stephen Brown Fashion Editor Katherine Lande Food & Wine Editor Mark Spivak Automotive Editor Howard Walker Travel Editor Paul Rubio Intern Brooke Blythe DESIGN Creative Director Olga M. Gustine Art Directors Reynaldo Martin, Jenny Fernandez-Prieto Art Director, Custom Content Diana Ramírez Associate Art Director Airielle Farley Digital Imaging Specialist Leonor Alvarez-Maza Contributing Writers Anna Bjorlin, Mary Murray, Liza Grant Smith Contributing Photographers Richard Reinsdorf, Vanessa Rogers, Roland Scarpa SOCIAL Photographers AP Alexander, Marisa Asleson, Mila Bridger, Michelle Bullock, Deborah Cull, Peggy Farren, Tim Gibbons, Ashley Gilman, Tracy Houston, E. Sue Huff, Charile McDonald, Michael Shapiro, Nick Shirghio, Penny Taylor, Louis Venne, Lane Wilkinson ADVERTISING Account Managers Colette M. Beringer, 239-298-7510, cberinger@naplesillustrated.com, Linda Sciuto, 239-298-7511, lsciuto@naplesillustrated.com, Alison Whalen, 239-298-7506, awhalen@naplesillustrated.com Advertising Services Manager Shalyn Ormsby, 239-298-7512, sormsby@naplesillustrated.com MARKETING Executive Director, Marketing and Special Projects Allison Wolfe Reckson Marketing Coordinator Mariana Lehkyi Special Projects Coordinator Amanda Christina Sater PRODUCTION Production Manager Selene M. Ceballo Advertising Design Coordinator Jeffrey Rey Digital Production Coordinator Lauren Powell OPERATIONS Process Integration Manager Sue Martel Circulation/Subscriptions Administrator Marjorie Leiva Distribution Manager Judy Heflin Circulation Promotions Coordinator Kristin Ulin IT Technician Alex Davila Office Manager M.B. Valdes Administrative Assistant Lourdes Linares CUSTOM PUBLISHING Editor and Project Director, Custom Content Michelle Lee Ribeiro

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It’s hard to believe it’s May. To all the year-rounders on the Paradise Coast, in years past the month used to signal what we considered the end of the season—and along with it, the longawaited opportunity to drive down Pine Ridge Road in less than an hour, a chance to get in to your hairdresser on a whim and find a parking spot within walking distance of the entrance to your grocery store.

What May brings now is just the end of the major events of the social season. There is so much more to this area that has captured the hearts of our visitors that many are increasingly switching their part-time status to become full-time Neapolitans.

Many have discovered what we’ve known all along, that Naples and the surrounding area have a great deal to offer when the charity events wind down. All of the fabulous restaurants (several new ones opened just this year), world-renowned golf courses, breathtaking beaches, exclusive art galleries, pristine parks and unlimited access to retail therapy are still here. Why would anyone want to leave?

May also brings a very special holiday: a chance to celebrate mothers.

As a mother myself, my pride comes with each and every one of my children’s accomplishments. My younger daughter, Alleigh, will graduate from Florida State University this month. And as we watch her accept her diploma, we realize that another phase of her life is about to begin.

My husband, Michael, and I could not be more proud of the beautiful, caring and sensitive young lady she has become. As she continues her education in the medical field, we know that she will touch many a life along the way as she has ours.

Congratulations to all those parents with graduating children, whether it be from kindergarten, boot camp or college. Every step is an accomplishment to celebrate.

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It is hard to believe this month marks two years since the passing of our beloved publisher

and friend, Ron Woods. Though his absence has left an enormous void, his vision is still very much a part of our culture.

Since acquiring this company in 1991, Ron had big plans. Under his guidance, all of our magazines became leaders in their respective markets—thanks to an unyielding commitment to lofty production values, captivating and superbly illustrated content, and successful advertising partnerships—and remain firmly on that track today.

Another of Ron’s goals was to continue to grow and to invest in the future—both through our products and our people. Just as he did, we cherish the team of creative individuals

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But perhaps Ron would be proudest of our sustained commitment to the communities we serve.

We live by Ron’s mantra that giving back goes hand in hand with success—in fact, in many ways

Words to live by Success is not what you have; it is what you give away.

it defines success. Since establishing the Naples Illustrated charitable program two years ago, we have made meaningful contributions to a variety of causes, from child advocacy to health to animal welfare. We see it as a beautiful, everlasting tribute to the man who gave generously yet quietly, and who touched the lives of so many.

When looking to the future, it is imperative to bow to the past and learn from those who came before us. As we chart a course for going forward, Ron’s enduring legacy informs our actions and, more importantly, warms our hearts.

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Summer Trivia Contest How well do you know Naples?

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What: Little Black Dress Garden Party Who: Elegantly dressed women who support the sanctuary on the downtown campus of NCH Healthcare System Where: Garden of Hope and Courage and Naples restaurants.

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Riding the wave of victory, Hap Fauth, an accomplished sailor and Naples resident, heads back to the sea for the next of several worldwide regatta events planned this year aboard his Maxi 72 yacht, the Bella Mente. In February, Fauth and his international team of 26 sailors were declared the overall champions of the 2015 RORC Caribbean 600, a 600-mile race around 11 Caribbean islands. After tackling Les Voiles de St. Barth in the Caribbean in the spring, Fauth will take Bella Mente to the United Kingdom, where he and his team will set sail on the challenging waters of the Solent, the strait separating the Isle of Wight from England’s mainland, for two more races before starting the world-class Rolex Fastnet Race in August. “We finally have a rig in that is to our satisfaction and a crew that has been put together very carefully in terms of chemistry, ability and commitment, so it should be a good year for us,” Fauth says. “The Fastnet is a particularly hard and unpredictable race with cold-water conditions and a very difficult sea state, so it will take 100 percent of our efforts to be victorious.” —Anna Bjorlin

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Above: Bella Mente Racing owner/driver Hap Fauth at the helm during the Copa del Rey MAPFRE 2014 in Palma de Mallorca.

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In his far too brief life, Steven Leonard, who perished in a fire in February, created a lasting, positive effect on countless lives in and around Naples. As his good friend and colleague William Boyajian, owner of Port Royal Jewelers, recalls, it was Leonard who initiated a kind of charity dossier years ago, amassing a broad list of local nonprofits that their company would support, from the Humane Society Naples, to the Sunshine Kids, the Naples Zoo, the Guadalupe Center, Opera Naples and many others. “He said, ‘We can’t be the biggest jeweler in town, but we can have the biggest heart,’” Boyajian says. Following Leonard’s tragic death, Boyajian felt the need to make something good out of a very sad situation, so he founded The Steven Leonard Diamond Award Program to honor and remember his friend and continue his community involvement. Each year, the program will award a sizable diamond to a different charity.

The first was a 2-carat radiantcut diamond donated to raise money for the Conservancy of Southwest Florida’s Magic Under the Mangroves gala in March. “One of the things he really wanted to do was inspire people to do more in the community,” says Boyajian. “His scope ranged from doing a tiny event for a group that was very small to one that would raise hundreds of thousands of dollars. He never saw a difference.

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This summer, the Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens (239-262-5409, napleszoo.org) will open a new Florida panther exhibit as part of an effort to provide care for injured panthers. Visitors will be able to see a 2-year-old male named Uno, who was blinded by a shotgun blast in Collier County and rescued by Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission biologists. Since Uno cannot return to the wild, the zoo is creating a permanent home for him that will help expand awareness of Florida panther issues. Courtney Jolly, a spokesperson for the zoo, says, “It’s a great education tool for us to have Uno here, to show people how beautiful an animal he is, and impress on them the fact that something needs to be done to save this endangered species that’s native to our state.”

The zoo’s plan also includes a habitat space designed to provide temporary care for injured or orphaned panthers, along with an all-new large animal veterinary clinic. “The goal for our habitat space is to rehabilitate panthers,” Jolly explains. “For instance, if we find dehydrated panthers, they can come here for 24 hours and we’ll take care of them before releasing them back into their natural habitat.” —A.B.

From left: Uno along the roadside on the day he was found and rescued by FWC biologists; University of Florida DVM Fellow Ashley Barratclough, ophthalmologist Tammy Miller, and Dr. Ray L. Ball, senior veterinarian/director of Medical Sciences, Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo; Uno in a temporary behind-the-scenes exhibit at Naples Zoo.

Team Work Amanda and Roy Clark

Great relationships can flourish with a certain degree of tension, as illustrated by husband-and-wife artists Roy and Amanda Clark, who specialize in a unique form of artistic collaboration. Amanda paints vibrant landscapes on sculpted brass, aluminum and stainless steel, and Roy uses a grinder to remove some of the paint to reveal the glimmering metal underneath. The finished work creates the illusion of depth and movement. The two showcase their original works of art in their new gallery, the Clark Art Studio (616260-1533, clarkartstudio.com) in Mercato. Their combined effort creates a dynamic tension that translates to beautiful works. “It’s definitely a challenge,” says Roy, “but there’s also a release in power involved. I trust her to do her thing, and we both empower and encourage each other.” The Clarks moved from Grand Rapids, Michigan, after several people suggested they bring their artwork to Naples. “We took the chance and moved here, and it’s been nothing but success and new opportunities for us,” Amanda says. “I hope Naples continues to embrace our artwork, and I want our marriage to be a testimony that hard work, communication and a common love can create something beautiful that truly affects others.” —A.B.

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The Family Experience “Where are you headed this winter?”

“Cruising the Caribbean!”

“Oh! Where are you leaving the kids?”

If this conversation sounds familiar, you’re not alone. A cruise was once considered the escape of choice for romantic interludes or days of peace and quiet at sea. Boarding a megaship with children? Not so much. But as bringing children along on holidays becomes the norm and as cruise ships ramp up their family-friendly offerings, that way of thinking is a thing of the past.

Family cruising is a specialty of Princess Cruises, with ships sailing out of Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale to multiple Caribbean destinations. The newest of the fleet, the Regal Princess, is a gorgeous vessel with such dramatic details as a soaring atrium with gilded accents and a clear glass walkway jutting beyond the top deck, 128 feet above the ocean. (Kids, by the way, love this.)

But the experience—especially where children are concerned—goes beyond the ship itself. During Caribbean sailings, famiThe Chef’s Table

lies can bond over activities that bring the generations together in adventure and fun. Among the offerings: swimming with dolphins, horseback riding on the beach (and through waves!), ziplining across tree tops, 4x4 safari tours and sailing an America’s Cup racing yacht.

In St. Thomas, for example, a favorite excursion is underwater scooting, which allows adults and children aged 10 and older the opportunity to explore the deep without diving.

Participants don a breathing helmet and board a BOSS (Breathing Observation Submersible Scooter), then descend to the dive site for close encounters of the marine kind.

In St. Maarten, a great option for families is the lagoon kayaking adventure, which winds through Simpson Bay Lagoon en route to a secluded beach for swimming. It’s a good way to see the scenery and get some exercise.

Sea days can be fun, too. The Princess Pelicans program lets kids aged 3 to 7 drop in and hang out for as long as they’d like. It’s not all movies and video games, either. Little sailors can take part in treasure hunts, create crafts and compete in their very own Olympics while Mom and Dad take in an early show or enjoy a rare dinner for two.

While the Regal Princess is a big ship, there are ways to make the experience more per-

Amenities aboard Princess Cruises’ Regal Princess (far left), clockwise from top: the atrium; a mini suite; the futuristic SeaWalk; deck sanctuary.

sonalized and intimate. Suites come with access to a private concierge lounge, where you can relax away from the crowds—and have the benefit of a dedicated concierge to book excursions, dinner reservations or spa appointments.

For dinner, specialty restaurants Crown Grill and Sabatini’s offer a fine-dining experience in spaces that don’t feel cavernous. For foodies, the Chef’s Table is a must. After a galley tour to watch the chefs prepare dinner for about 3,000 people, dinner is served on a special table separated from the rest of the dining room by a light curtain. The Chef’s Table menu is not offered anywhere else on the ship—and neither is the personal interaction with the chef.

The dining experience onboard Princess ships has been elevated further by the addition of Chocolate Journeys by Southwest Floridabased chocolatier Norman Love. Aside from savoring the chocolate confections, guests can partake in chocolate cooking demos and chocolate spa treatments. Or, simply sip a chocolate chili margarita. Now that’s sweet. (800-7746237, princess.com) —Daphne Nikolopoulos

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Voyage of Discovery More than 600 nautical miles west of Ecuador in the Pacific Ocean, the Galapagos Islands remain one of the Earth’s final untouched frontiers. The archipelago of 13 volcanic islands and 17 islets comprises a living museum of evolutionary biology—a land where plants and animals have evolved for centuries without human interference.

Whether travelers were inspired by Darwin from high-school textbooks, intrigued by the pages of National Geographic or captivated by the stunning cinematography on Discov-

ery Channel, the Galapagos Islands have topped bucket lists since the advent of leisure travel. And even in today’s search for the next great “it” destination, the Galapagos prevail as a must-see.

With human populations contained to a few pockets of select islands and strict rules governing visitation of National Park lands, cruising is the principal method for exploring the Galapagos. A carefully controlled inventory of small ships and yachts is permitted to island-hop the region on preselected routes. Notably, the luxury yacht La Pinta, a premium ship from Ecuador’s superlative tour operator, Metropolitan Touring, travels the eastern, northern and western circuits in three-, four- and seven-night programs, re-

spectively, all of which may be combined for longer cruise experiences.

Cruising through Darwin’s diverse island funhouse is at once adventurous and exhilarating. With two island stops daily, each hour is an ambush of the senses. A single morning commingles a hike to the iconic Pinnacle

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Professional naturalists guide visitors step-by-step through their immersion in this natural selection. The “Choose You Own Adventure” experience grows even more bespoke, as travelers choose from panga (dinghy) rides, hikes, underwater adventures, photographic safaris and beach lounging against the Galapagos’ largerthan-life backdrops.

The yacht buffers the twice-daily rite of passage with excellent meals, libations and cozy spaces—like a library, a bar and a rooftop hot tub and lounge—idyllic for soaking in the surrounds and swapping stories among fellow jet-setters. Twenty-four spacious and brightly decorated cabins provide a welcome respite from the action, each with an elongated, panoramic window maintaining an endless island or ocean view.

By no means is La Pinta the ultimate in rest, relaxation or glamour, but nobody comes to the Galapagos with haute couture in tow or late mornings in mind. This is the realization of a true once-in-a-lifetime experience, sprinkled with modern luxuries to make this sojourn a rather comfortable one. (lapinta galapagoscruise.com, metropolitan-touring.com) —Paul Rubio «

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Scenes from inside La Pinta, from top: the scenic rooftop library; a cozy, colorful cabin; a gourmet evening meal.

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You recline at 43.5 hedonistic degrees, your calves supported by levitating foot rests and your head buried in pillows stuffed with feathers surely plucked from the wings of angels.

This is life in the cavernous rear compartment of Mercedes-Benz’s exquisite 2016 Mercedes-Maybach S600 über-luxury limousine. To call it a mere sedan is like saying Celine Dion has a pretty voice. No, this is the closest you’ll get to a biz jet on wheels.

Yes, this is a Maybach—the manufacturer that built cars way back when.

If you discount the 1930s, when Rolls-Royce-sized Maybach Zeppelins rumbled around Germany, Mercedes assembled Maybach 52s and 62s as recently as 2013. Not that anyone bought them: Between 2003 and 2013, Maybach sold an abysmal 3,200 cars worldwide.

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dropping half a million dollars. It just didn’t seem right spending that kind of loot and not having a Rolls-Royce Flying Lady or a Bentley Flying B on the bonnet.

But rather than let the brand wither and die, Mercedes has taken a different and far-more businesslike approach: It’s offering value for money.

True, you couldn’t exactly describe a car costing $190,275 base (and just less than $200,000 nicely loaded) as a good value. But when a regular Mercedes S65 AMG costs almost $210,000 and a long-wheelbase Range Rover Autobiography Black sells for $200,995, the Mercedes-Maybach appears quite the steal. Such competitive pricing has been made possible by basing this new Mercedes-Maybach on the greasy bits of Mercedes’ successful S-Class lineup.

The body is stretched by 8.1 inches, all of which is given to the rear cabin.

While there’s no mistaking the Mercedes-Maybach’s origins, Mercedes designers have given the car its own distinctive character.

Up front, it’s very much S-Class. But at the rear, there’s more substance, elegance and visual gravitas. Wheels don’t come more distinctive and

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dramatic than the 20-inch dished and polished alloys at each corner. Ben-Hur’s chariot didn’t have rims this cool.

Powering the 18-foot-long leviathan is Mercedes’ thundering 523-horse twin-turbo V-12. But of course, nothing thunders in this car. As it spears from standstill to 60 mph in five seconds, the only real sensation of speed drivers feel is their bodies being squeezed into the seatback.

Road noise? Wind noise? They don’t exist. Mercedes claims this is the world’s quietest production sedan. I wouldn’t argue.

This also isn’t a wallowy, overstuffed Town Car-on-steroids.

In its transformation to a Mercedes-Maybach, it hasn’t lost any of its S-Class handling precision or pedigree. Like the S-Class, it comes with the truly magical Magic Body Control adaptive suspension. Using a camera to digitally scan the road ahead, the car can instantly adjust the dampers to soak up lumps and bumps, delivering a practically perfect flat ride. It’s scarily efficient.

If anything puzzled me, it was trying to work out who, exactly, would buy this impressive new Mercedes-Maybach. Every time I got behind the wheel, I felt I should be donning a peaked cap and gloves, which makes me think prospective customers are likely wealthy families with a driver on call or companies with chauffeurs on staff.

More than 50 percent of the cars produced are earmarked for China, where the wealthy just don’t drive.

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Mother’s Nature Mothers know the challenges of their role do not make for an attractive job listing, and recognition for their hard work can be rare. This Mother’s Day, we wanted to give a handful of neapolitan moms welldeserved applause. We asked readers to tell us how their moms became their role models. What follows are the inspiring stories of five Neapolitan moms, complete with defining attributes thoughtfully chosen by the child who nominated them.

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Simone Lutgert Genuine, spunky, strong Daughter: Heather Dockweiler

With three children, four stepchildren and eight grandchildren, Simone Lutgert has her hands full as a parent. But she is also known for going above and beyond when it comes to helping those less fortunate in the Naples community, which she considers an extended family.

“I feel it is important to give kids in this community the same opportunities I give to my own kids and grandkids,” she says.

To accomplish this, Lutgert packs her calendar with commitments to support a wide array of nonprofits, such as the Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples and the Naples Children & Education Foundation.

And while evidence of her philanthropy can be seen at many charitable events, what doesn’t make the society pages is her unwavering dedication to family.

“She will do anything and everything, bend over backwards, for any one of us at any time,” Dockweiler says. “Even if we are driving her crazy or her schedule doesn’t permit, she makes it work.”

Where Lutgert once provided hands-on help with her children’s school projects, Dockweiler sees her mom now extending the same unconditional support to the newest generation. Today, she is a permanent fixture at her grandchildren’s sporting events and dance performances, and acts as a party planner for family weddings, birthday parties and other celebrations. Lutgert jokingly asserts she handles it all with “a bit of craziness” and a lack of sleep. With her focus squarely on family, treasuring all the milestones and everyday moments, she encourages her children to always keep both feet firmly on the ground.

“What I’m trying to instill in my kids is to be a real person who cares about other people,” she says. “It’s not about the clothes or the car you drive. To me, it’s who you are deep down, your essence, that matters in the end.”

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Persevering, generous, hardworking Daughter: Tade Bua-Bell

Above: Tade Bua-Bell, Emily Bua. Top left: Erin Bua, Paige Bua-Tomcha, Tade Bua-Bell, Shane Bua, Emily Bua at a holiday celebration. Top right: Tade Bua-Bell, Erin Bua, Shane Bua, Emily Bua, Paige BuaTomcho at Emily’s 4oth birthday.

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From the outside, 34-year-old Emily Bua had a perfect life. She was married to a successful man, lived in a new home with her four children and dog, and had even started a local chapter of the National Parent Teacher Association.

Behind the scenes, however, was a different story. Her marriage, Bua now admits, was extremely unhealthy.

Friends and neighbors were shocked when she filed for divorce, and many in the community shunned the family, recalls daughter Tade, age 9 at the time and the oldest of Bua’s four children. It was the late 1970s, when divorce was not generally accepted, and the Buas were the only divorced family in Tade’s school district. The isolation and financial demand Bua felt as a single mother was compounded by the fact that her parents were no longer alive.

Life felt like a constant uphill battle, but Bua knew she made the right decision.

“I wanted to set an example as to how you should live your life,” she says. “I felt my children, particularly my daughters, should understand that you are entitled to be in a positive relationship.”

Bua ultimately moved to Naples, where she built a successful real estate career. As she embraced her independence, a trait she encouraged in her children, she also embodied generosity towards others. Seats at the Thanksgiving table were often reserved for guests who didn’t have another place to go, whether it was a homeless person or the gentleman who worked in her office’s parking garage.

“She always wanted others to believe that there were still good people out in the world,” Tade says.

Bua’s decision to lead and parent by example inspired the next generation in her family: Tade’s siblings pursued careers in service-related fields—one is a guidance counselor, another a physician and the third a Los Angeles police officer—while Tade works side by side with her mother as a successful real-estate team.

“My experience of being a mother is to enable your children to become adults, live a joyous life and do the things they want to do,” Bua says.

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Anne Fleming Kind, smart, pretty Son: Sasha Cheyfitz

Anne Fleming can pinpoint the exact moment she fell apart. A neurologist had just informed her that her 2½-year-old adopted son, Sasha, would never speak, read or write. She walked out of his office, stood in the hallway and felt her knees buckle. While this is a moment she will never forget, everything that followed is what would ultimately define her.

“I either had to deal with it and find the courage to face it head on, or give up and feel like a victim,” Fleming recalls.

Unwilling to play the role of the victim, Fleming was determined to prove the doctors wrong. Drawing on skills she honed as a businesswoman in the luxury brands segment—like negotiating, holding others accountable, formulating and refining strategies and establishing goals—she channeled them into her new job as a mother. She took several years off work to be a full-time mother, and Sasha was a constant companion everywhere Fleming went.

“I decided that I could either live in a cave and hide him or expose him in a way that could benefit us,” she says.

Most of Sasha’s milestones happened later than other children’s, but they were even more significant because they were never expected to occur. He first spoke when he was 6. His first two-way conversation happened when he was 9. Fleming remembers fondly when Sasha was 12 and laughed for the first time when he really understood a joke.

Today, Sasha attends Naples High School, an achievement that once seemed so distant.

“My disability makes me different,” Sasha wrote in his nomination about his mother, “but Mom refuses to allow my differences to get in the way of us having a full and joyful life.”

Fleming returned to work after 10 years and is now the general manager for Waterside Shops. She continues to make new goals and strategies for Sasha.

“The best parents give their children both roots and wings,” she says. “At this point in Sasha’s life, the greatest gift I could give him is to help him become independent. We work on that every single day: how to do a load of laundry, pick out your own clothes—there are a million things that people take for granted. I want to give him enough confidence and self-esteem that he feels rooted and to allow him the independence to be free.”

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Clockwise from top: Anne Fleming with Sasha on his first day home from Russia and Amy Cheyfitz, Sasha's half sister; Anne Fleming (center), Sasha, family friends Linda Taylor, Laurie Brown; Sasha's godmother Milli Hershman, Amy Cheyfitz, Sasha's Uncle Stuart Parsons (back row), Anne Fleming and Sasha (center row), family friends (front row) Chuck and Linda Taylor; Anne and Sasha.

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Compassionate, charismatic, courageous Son: Jeremy Nicholas Life’s toughest challenges often have a way of bringing people together. For Mitzi Metcalf and Jeremy Nicholas, the hardships they experienced only strengthened their mother-son bond, even when they least expected it.

Metcalf came from an alcoholic family and lost her mother at a young age. Years later, Jeremy’s father, whom Metcalf had divorced when her son was 2, died in a plane crash when Jeremy was 5.

Challenges such as these had the potential to negatively impact the way Metcalf viewed life, but she took an opposite approach.

“We could sit back and have pity parties all day, but you just can’t,” she says. “You have to put your best foot forward, have a positive attitude and strong faith.”

With perseverance, she sculpted a successful career in the male-dominated furniture world, remarried and created a new life for Jeremy in North Carolina.

The two faced their own troubles when a college-aged Jeremy started making bad decisions. To teach him a lesson, Metcalf withdrew financial support. Her son responded by packing a U-Haul and moving out West.

“As hard as it was, and as much as I wanted to run after him and say, ‘I don’t mean it—Mom will be here forever,’ I had to bite my lip and turn away,” Metcalf recalls. “You don’t stop worrying, but I knew he had to figure this out and climb his mountain.”

The two also gained inspiration from one another. After her employer filed bankruptcy and she was experiencing marital problems, Metcalf bravely left the life she created, which included her husband, family, friends and reputation, to pursue a new career opportunity in Naples.

Both mother and son succeeded on their new paths and now find themselves closer than ever.

Today, Metcalf always carries a Mother’s Day card Jeremy gave her eight years ago. Inside he wrote, “You’re my inspiration, guiding light and motivating personification of success.”

She admits, “The hardest thing I’ve ever been in my life is a parent, but it is also the most rewarding thing. It will be my legacy.”

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Generous, independent, stylish Daughter: Lili Montes Pilar Montes had a comfortable life in Cuba with a thriving business and surrounded by loving friends and family. But everything changed at age 30, when she and her husband—just newlyweds—were forced to flee the country as political refugees. They came to Florida as an interim refuge, but the temporary situation turned into a permanent decision, and the couple was tasked with rebuilding their life from scratch.

Initially, the two settled in Miami, where Montes earned a small income using her artistic skills while her husband learned English. Once he was employed, they relocated to Fort Myers and then, in 1963, to Naples.

Montes recalls feeling moved by how the community welcomed the immigrants with open arms and made them feel at home.

“This inspired me to pay [it] forward through service,” she says.

That single resolution has led Montes to make a substantial footprint in the Naples community with decades of service. She founded the Golden Gate Gazette newspaper, was president of the Mental Health Association of Southwest Florida, served on the Florida Real Estate Commission and was a driving force in the efforts to erect the Veterans Memorial at Cambier Park.

Still, she humbly downplays her role: “Today, the people in Naples continue to be our most invaluable resource,” she says.

Throughout her initiatives, Montes has maintained a sense of decorum, grace and style that have become her trademarks. Now 86 and the mother of two daughters, Lillian (“Lili”) and Lourdes, she remains a fixture in the Naples community and a living testament to the power of hard work and dedication.

“She’s my most influential role model and has taught me everything is possible and anything can be accomplished with an education, determination and hard work,” says Lili Montes.

For Pilar Montes, unconditional love defines motherhood. “Lillian and Lourdes are my pride and joy and have grown to become contributing adults and loving others who share my dedication for community service,” she says. «

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Clockwise from top left: Pilar and Lili Montes, with sister Lourdes; mother and daughter through the years in Naples; Pilar and Lili Montes in Machu Picchu in 2008.

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Memorable moments No doubt about it, this season was one of the busiest and best ever. Dressed to the nines for elegant evenings or in cowboy boots and jeans for kicking it to live country music, Neapolitans rose to every occasion with high spirits and style.

Clockwise from top left: John Jordan (standing), Cynthia and Bruce Sherman at the Naples Winter Wine Festival auction; Hats in the Garden runway show with dresses made entirely of botanicals; Live music at Naples Equestrian Challenge’s Bootstrap Boogie Barn Dance; Lance and Krista Fogelsong at Friends of Foster Children’s Boots and Boogie Bash; Spencer and Shelia Davis; NI’s Super Men celebration.

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Clockwise from top left: Chuck and Sharon Hallberg, Jim and Laura Dixon, Tom and Sandi Moran at the Naples Winter Wine Festival; Kellie Burns, Marissa Hartington at Naples Botanical Garden’s Hats in the Garden; Kathleen Kapnick, Jackie Remington; Eleanor Chabraja, Brian Holley; Amy Sedlacek, Jenny Foegen, Dylan Sanders; Robert Procop, Jane Berger; Terry and Bob Edwards; Ken Krier, Tom Moran, Nicole Black, Brian Roland; Racers in the Susan G. Komen Stiletto Sprint on Third Avenue South.

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Clockwise from top left: Billy Dean and friends at the Naples Winter Wine Festival’s Wine Down celebration; Burt Hartington, Jay Hartington at the David Lawrence Center gala patron party; Olivier Krug, Sandi Moran at an exclusive Krug tasting during NWWF; Kat Smith, Kaleigh Grover, Leading Ladies Nannette Staropoli, Angelina SpencerCrisp, Kiersten Mooney, Amanda Jaron, Amy Sedlacek, and Teri Evans; Elizabeth Star, Jenny Sutton, Susan Gohl at Naples Yacht Club’s Commodores’ Ball; Wynell and George Schrenk; Martha and Jim Fligg; Shelly and Ralph Stayer (seated), Ann Bain (standing).

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Clockwise from top left: Vicki Tracy, Phil McCabe at the Education Foundation—Champions For Learning’s Night of Champions event; William Boyajian, Steven Leonard, Jennifer Conery at the Naples Historical Society Christmas Gala; Karen and Bob Scott, Kathy Woods; Laura Dixon, Lee Anderson; Sue Dalton, Scott Lutgert; Amanda and Andy Beights; Sharon Hallberg, Jennifer Parisi; Stephen and Mary Smith, Chris Smith; Susan Stielow, Patty Baker, Marie Christine St. Pierre. Center below: Adria Starkey, Kirsten Ferrara at The Shelter for Abused Women & Children’s Monarch Society Luncheon.

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Clockwise from top left: Maureen and Dick Schulze; Deborah Campbell, Rocky Patel, Nannette Staropoli, Elizabeth Nassberg; Chandler Marks, Dianne Goldsboro; Angelina and David Crisp Jr.; David and Cecile Wang at the NCH Hospital Ball; Eva Sugden Gomez, winning bidder of the Orchid Bee Ring, and jewelry designer William Boyajian; Pernille and Jorgen Albrechtsen; Kaleigh Grover, Shelly Stayer; Nancy Ryan, Jenny Billig, Karla Phillips at the NAMI luncheon; Carolina Perez with Martha and Jim Fligg; Dr. Allen Weiss, Mariann MacDonald; Philip Douglas and Eva at the Humane Society Naples Tea.

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Clockwise from top left: NI’s Super Men T. Robert Bulloch, Lane Beatty, Matt Riley, Anurag Agarwal, Chandler Marks, Rob Spicker, Rufino Hernandez; Courtney Ott, Jane Berger, Lu Drackett at Foreverglades Naples; Hilda Hellman, Marilyn Hellman; Philippe Martin, Marie Christine St. Pierre; Autumn and Joe Taylor; Brian Galligan, Ellin Goetz; Kim and Pete Minarich; Meghan Gorman, Barbara Clancy; Scott Kapnick, Nicholas and Eleanor Chabraja, Kathleen Kapnick; Connie and Gary Sharpe. Above: NCEF trustees’ check presentation.

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Clockwise from top left: Melissa and Jarred Kaplan, Jane Badger; Bruce Seigel, Kim AzarAnderson; Jane Pauley, Kat Smith, Colette Beringer; Lydia Sarfati, Doug Olsen with Eva, Christine Powers; Barbara Jordan, Ed Staros; Kirsten Ferrara, Alois Rupp, Brian and Denise Cobb; Rosemary Pace, Kristi McGuire; Camille Daqui, Jean Hertzog, Lisa and Jay Spiller; Carter and Jill Wheeler; Ingrid Aielli, Eleanor Chabraja. Center below: Teri Evans, Kaleigh Grover drawing the winning ticket for NWWF’s grand raffle prize, with Bob Clifford.

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Exceptional accessories make a statement, from colorful and embellished heels to whimsical handbags and eye-catching hats, including these toppers worn by Donna Solimene and Susan Gohl (center), and Katie Kensington (bottom row).

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The Dish

Accomplished chefs, fabulous food, visiting vintners, fine wines and stunning tables made the season’s soirees equally delicious and beautiful

Above: John Cook of Norman Love Confections with Florian Bellanger, Food Network's Cupcake Wars judge, two of the chefs at a dinner that was an auction prize from the Three Wishes charity event. Top left and right: Event delicacies.

Center right: David Contreras, Lili Montes, Kaleigh Grover, Sandi and Tom Moran at a chef’s table hosted by Naples Illustrated and Salut!

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Top left and right: Jeff Gargiulo, Denise Cobb, Valerie Gargiulo, Brian Cobb hosting a vintner dinner for the Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest with Executive Chef Jeremy Houston of The Capital Grille.

Above and right: Bev and Art Cherry's vintner dinner and the “Napa to Naples”-themed tablescape.

Below and left: Michael and Helene Hall host a “Fire & Ice”-themed vintner dinner on Captiva Island.

Center right and above: For the Naples Winter Wine Festival, Bob and Terry Edwards co-host a “Come to the Cabaret” vintner dinner including Tini and Salvatore Ferragamo of Il Borro Winery in Tuscany; co-hosts Susie and David McCurry with Executive Chef Ryan Hardy of New York's Charlie Bird restaurant (pictured, center).

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When planning that coveted mommy-and-me time this summer, consider these fashionable accessories to play dress-up and head out on the town

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Day at the Beach MOMS: Helen Kaminski straw visor ($85), gold bangles ($18), Pia Rossini striped handbag with gold chain ($62), black sunglasses ($30), The Beach House of Naples, Waterside Shops and Third Street South, Naples

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KIDS: Ipanema love sandals ($21), seersucker floppy hat ($20), fish beach bag ($29), Beth MonÊ Children’s Shoppe, Third Street South, Naples; Teeny Tiny Optics striped sunglasses ($12), Little Luxe, Fifth Avenue South, Naples

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Ladies Who Lunch KIDS: Blue handbag with scarf ($63), Little Luxe, Fifth Avenue South, Naples; ban.do Love bobby pin ($12), ban.do umbrella ($28), Coastal Projections shoes ($56), Milk & Soda sunglasses ($24), Giggle Moon, Fifth Avenue South, Naples 86

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MOMS: Assorted enamel bangles ($45$60), Sloane Ranger umbrella ($30), Spartina 449 convertible handbag ($98), Ray-Ban tortoise-shell-frame sunglasses ($170), Tickled Pink, Third Street South, Naples

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KIDS: Silver glitter jelly handbag ($37), Teeny Tiny Optics sunglasses ($12), Elephantito sandal ($70), gold leather stud bracelet, clear jelly silver stud bracelet ($17 each), Little Luxe, Fifth Avenue South, Naples; ban.do flip side clutch ($36), Giggle Moon, Fifth Avenue South, Naples

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TRENDING NOW

Taste Mexican Fiesta

NOAH WOLF

Celebrations commemorating the Battle of Puebla have become nearly as popular in the States as they are in the Mexican city itself. And why not? Americans not only appreciate the bravery of Mexico’s resistance to France’s occupation on May 5,1862, we also love a great party. One way to celebrate: Toast Cinco de Mayo with hand-crafted cocktails at MASA in Mercato (masa-restaurant.com). We love the Margarita de Diabolita, which begins with an initial spark of heat from pepper-infused tequila and ginger that’s cooled off by a blood orange, pomegranate and passion fruit puree. Or try La Paloma, a citrusy concoction of fresh grapefruit and lime, reposado tequila, grapefruit soda and a light touch of salt. ¡Viva México! —Kat Smith

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Taste kitchen confidential

chef Jack Raben Jack Raben has a culinary split personality of the best kind: He’s equally at home in a restaurant kitchen or supervising catering events of all sizes. The toques he wears include executive chef at the Fogg Café in Naples Botanical Garden and executive chef at Lurcat Catering, a division of D’Amico Catering that operates the Fogg Cafe. Lurcat Catering, which is the exclusive caterer of Naples Botanical Garden, also offers catering services for a wide array of private events for the general public. “My goal is to deliver restaurant-quality food in a catering setting,” Raben says. “I want to go outside the norm, and create something that didn’t exist previously.” After studying at the Art Institutes of Arizona and Minnesota, he worked under the legendary Jean-Georges Vongerichten in Minneapolis before coming to Naples. —Mark Spivak

First cooking job: I started in junior high school at a horse track with a huge kitchen.

They had a full-service banquet facility as well as a restaurant, so I was trained in both.

Greatest influence: Working with JeanGeorges exposed me to technique, balance and execution at the highest level. It was like boot camp, but he was a great guy. We worked hard, but he’d go out to a bar with us afterwards.

Most spectacular catering event: Before I left Minneapolis I helped prepare dinner for 5,000 people the night before the Major League Baseball All-Star Game. We had 18 trucks and a dozen food outlets, and served dishes in a range of different styles.

What makes Fogg Café unique: We use ingredients from the garden itself, so we have a range of aromatics, chilies and fruits that change with the seasons. It is all woven into dishes that encompass Asian, Caribbean, Floridian and Brazilian influences.

Dishes he is most proud of: I put a banh mi on the lunch menu, which is a Vietnamese sandwich with BBQ short ribs and pickled vegetables. On the catering side, we have an unusual take on surf and turf: We combine a filet with lobster risotto flavored with smoked chili oil.

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Citrus-cured arctic char, Florida orange, pickled Fresno pepper, fried lotus root

Pet peeve: People who don’t have the passion to be in the kitchen; someone who thinks it’s just a job and doesn’t understand or respect the quality of the ingredients they’re working with.

Most unusual item in his home fridge: Headcheese, definitely. We always have a lot of fun stuff: Spanish chorizo, Camembert and lots of field greens.

Most memorable meal: I was in New York last year and went to the Momofuku Noodle Bar. The dinner was amazing, but what really impressed me was the atmosphere, the fact that you could have that quality of food in such a relaxed setting.

I’d most like to cook for: Any or all of the chefs I worked under for 16 years, just to demonstrate how much I actually learned from them.

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A stroll among the shops and art galleries of Crayton Cove, perched on the edge of Naples Bay, is delightful any evening, of course. May 5, though, is an exceptionally good night to peruse this charming section of Old Naples. The Palette to Palate restaurant-gallery walk starts with a welcome reception at the Cove Inn, where guests can sip wine while getting an overview of the festivities. The Cove’s restaurants—Bleu Provence, Chez Boët and The Dock—will fortify visitors with dining and drink specials. Between dining courses, guests can view recent works of art at the galleries of some of Naples’ most popular artists, including Paul Arsenault, Lynne B. Wilcox and Karen Stone of ArtGallery OldNaples2, Nora Butler, Phil Fisher and Natalie Guess. It’s a feast for both the eyes and taste buds. (discovercraytoncove.com) —Kat Smith

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

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

by Chef Charles Mereday. 492 Bayfront Place, Naples (239-261-2586, altonaples.com) AVENUE5 Diners enjoy the sophisticated atmosphere and luxurious dishes, such as Maine lobster sliders

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with fried green tomatoes, and Loch Duart Scottish salmon with Yukon potato hash and andouille.

699 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-403-7170, avenue5 naples.com)

Gordon’s On The River The slick supper clubs of the ’40s inform the style at this fine dining establishment at Naples Harbour. 475 North Road, Naples (239-213-1441, gordonsontheriver.com)

Baleen at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort Dine amid the elegant tropical surroundings indoors, or even better, on the patio to soak up the breathtaking Gulf view. 9891 Gulf Shore Drive, Naples (239-598-5707, laplayaresort.com)

HobNob Elevated comfort food in a modern yet warm atmosphere. 720 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239580-0070, hobnobnaples.com)

Bistro 821 This Fifth Avenue staple is a long-time favorite, thanks to Executive Chef Jess Housman’s Natural Fusion menu. 821 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239261-5821, bistro821.com) Café & Bar Lurcat The space and the food are sophisticated and comfortable at this popular and elegant restaurant. 494 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239213-3357, cafelurcat.com) Capers Kitchen & BAr Casual eatery featuring real Maryland crab cakes and bread, muffins and desserts baked in-house. 2460 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (239-431-7438, caperskitchen.com) The Chapel Grill The restaurant serves fine cuisine in a stunning and unique space that formerly housed the historic First Baptist Church in Old Naples. 811 Seventh Ave. S., Naples (239-206-4310, thechapelgrill.com)

KC American Bistro As the name implies, American regional cuisine is the name of the game at this North Naples spot. 885 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (239-566-2371, kcamericanbistro.com) The Local Fresh, healthy meals in a little eatery in the Bed, Bath & Beyond Plaza. 5323 Airport Pulling Rd., Naples (239-596-3276, thelocalnaples.​com) M Waterfront Grille Contemporary decor, view of the bay and fine cuisine make M Waterfront a longtime favorite in the Village on Venetian Bay. 4300 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (239-263-4421, mwaterfrontgrille.com) MAREK’S COLLIER HOUSE RESTAURANT Fine Continental cuisine and seafood are served by chef-owner Peter Marek and his wife, Penny, in the restored historical home of Captain Bill Collier, son of W.T. Collier, who settled in 1870 near Old Marco.

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Taste Mereday’s FINE DINING Innovative menus by Chef Charles Mereday based on fresh, seasonal ingredients shine. 1500 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-7320784, meredaysnaples.com) Ridgway Bar & Grill Master chef and Naples institution Tony Ridgway continues wowing diners.

Another plus at this restaurant is the outstanding wine list curated by co-owner Sukie Honeycutt.

1300 Third St. S., Naples (239-262-5500, ridgway barandgrill.com) Seasons 52 Fresh Grill The changing seasons inspire fresh, seasonal cuisine. Indulge without guilt; every dish is max 475 calories. 8930 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-594-8852, seasons52.com) Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar Born in Naples, the Tommy Bahama laid-back lifestyle is full throttle in this festive eatery and bar. 1220 Third St. S., Naples (239-643-6889, tommybahama.com) The Wine Loft Stylish sipping, modern American small plates and jazz. 9118 Strada Place, Naples (239-598-5601, thewineloftofnaples.com)

Chicken “n” Waffs

Late Night Beckons Night owls are welcoming a new restaurant and bar to downtown Naples. The recently opened 7th Avenue Social (7thavenuesocial.com) is looking to liven up the local nightlife scene with a bar open until 2 a.m. every evening, and handcrafted cocktails served in a cozy ambience. There are also plans for live entertainment. But one of the standouts of this newcomer is the creative Southern cooking with Latin influences, such as Chicken “n” Waffs, including a savory corn-muffin and sage waffle with harissa maple butter, and Aye Papardelle, featuring spicy chorizo bolognese and cotijo crumbles. The menu varies weekly with ingredients culled from local farmers and suppliers. The restaurant is the latest culinary venture from Colin and Kitsi Estrem, who also operate Avenue Wine Café on Fifth Avenue South.

SEAFOOD Aqua The restaurant’s look is fresh and airy, just right for the seafood-centric menu. 862 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-213-1111, aquafifth.com) The Bay House Overlooking the water of the Cocohatchee River, the restaurant features a beautiful dining room, plus Tierney’s Tavern and The Claw Bar. 799 Walkerbilt Road, Naples (239-591-3837, bayhousenaples.com)

Bayside Seafood Grill & Bar Spectacular water views, live music Wednesday–Sunday at the Upper Deck Bar, prime grilled meats and seafood specialties. 4270 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (239649-5552, baysideseafoodgrillandbar.com) Citrus Seafood You’ll find plenty of choices, but the Maine lobster tower is hard to resist. 455 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-435-0408, citrusseafood.com) The Dock at Crayton Cove A longtime favorite, The Dock is an open-air restaurant serving

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fresh catches prepared with Caribbean and Latin influences. 845 12th Ave. S., Naples (239-263-9940, dockcraytoncove.com) FISH Restaurant This addition to the dining scene at the Village on Venetian Bay offers fabulous water views to complement the great seafood. 4360 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (239-263-3474, fish​ restaurantnaples.com) HB’s on the gulf This beachfront restaurant at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club serves a breathtaking view along with fresh, regional seafood for lunch and dinner. 851 Gulf Shore Blvd., Naples (239-435-4347, naplesbeachhotel.com) Pincher’s Crab SHACK Pincher’s has a simple mission that revolves around local fishermen fishing local waters for their casual eateries. 1200 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-434-6616, pincherscrabshack.com) Sea Salt Chef Fabrizio Aielli is a master at marrying organic local produce, wild-caught fish, naturally raised meat and poultry with modern cooking techniques. 1186 Third St. S., Naples (239-434-7258, seasaltnaples.com) SWAN RIVER SEAFOOD & FISH MARKET RESTAURANT Swan River is consistently a great spot for fine seafood. 3741 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239403-7000, swanriverseafood.com) Truluck’s Seafood, Steak & Crab House The atmosphere is elegant in this fine dining restaurant. Truluck’s owns local fisheries, so the catch is always fresh. 698 Fourth Ave. S., Naples (239-5303131, trulucks.com) The Turtle Club Fresh seafood, fine steaks and chops are nearly overshadowed by the spectacular beachfront setting. 9225 Gulf Shore Drive N., Naples (239-592-6557, windwardhospitality.com) USS Nemo Undersea Cuisine & Adventures Everything on the menu is a cut above, but the signature miso-broiled sea bass is hands down one of the best dishes in town. 3745 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-261-6366, ussnemorestaurant.com)

Marché Français When weekend plans include a visit to the Third Street South Farmers Market—or even if they don’t—consider a stop at nearby Le Lafayette for organic French goodies to savor in the comfort of home. Chef Sebastien Maillard and his staff whip up fresh, house-made products to go, including fruit preserves, quiche, pork osso buco, paté, beef bourguignon, bread and more for the restaurant’s weekly morning market. Snap up Maillard’s très délicieux creations on Saturdays through the end of May from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. (lelafayette.com) –K.S.

since 2001, and has nearly 4,000 bottles in its cellar. 2800 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-2635851, andressteakhouseof​naples.com) Chops City Grill A modern take on traditional, Chops serves prime aged steaks and fresh local seafood. 8200 Health Center Blvd., Suite 100, Bonita Springs (239-992-4677, chopscitygrill.com) The Continental D’Amico’s latest restaurant is a stylish steak house and gastropub. 1205 Third St. S., Naples (239-659-0007, continentalnaples.com) The Grill This is about as luxurious as dining gets.

Nestled within The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, The Grill features rich decor to perfectly complement the aged prime beef, chops and fresh seafood. 280 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (239-598-6644, ritz-carlton.com)

Yabba Island Grill A fun place for visitors and locals, Yabba is like a Caribbean vacation. 711 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-262-5787, yabbaislandgrill.com)

Stoney’s Steakhouse Serving corn-fed, prime certified black Angus beef complemented by fresh seafood and an award-winning wine list. 403 Bayfront Place, Naples (239-435-9353, stoneys​steak house.com)

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Andre’s Steakhouse Andre’s was established in 1993 directly from New York. The restaurant has earned the Wine Spectator Award every year

Bleu Provence Take a trip to the south of France without leaving town. Authentic dishes are paired with wines from the vast selection compiled by

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owner Jacques Cariot. 1234 Eighth St. S., Naples (239-261-8239, bleuprovencenaples.com) Chez Boët French Home Cooking At this family-owned French restaurant, Lisa and Philippe Boët serve classics like duck a l’orange and pâté in a warm, homey atmosphere. 755 12th Ave. S., Naples (239-643-6177, chezboetnaples.com) Cote d’Azur Intimate bistro in the style of Provence serves standouts like Maine lobster roasted in a clay pot. 11224 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-5978867, cotedazurrestaurant.com) Escargot 41 French food by Chef-owner Patrick Fevrier wows in an unlikely setting within a storefront. 4339 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-7935000, escargot41.com) LA BAZENNE ON FIFTH Replicates the original restaurant in France, with its simple yet sophisticated dishes and engaging social club atmosphere. 474 Fifth Avenue S., Naples (239-682-8623, labazenne onfifth.blogspot.com) L’AUBERGE A cozy spot serving fine French cuisine, such as mussels, roast duck with citrus sauce, tarte tatin and profiteroles. 975 Imperial Golf Course Blvd., Naples (239-596-4303, laubergenaples.com) LE LAFAYETTE FRENCH GOURMET Traditional French with a touch of the tropics in a seasonally changing menu. 375 13th Ave. S., Naples (239-4037861, lelafayette.com) MEREDAY’S BRASSERIE A European brasserie at Coconut Point with extensive craft beers, wines, full bar and French cuisine. 23161 Village Shops Way, Estero (239-949-9466, meredaysbrasserie.com) NAPLESillustrated.com | may/june 2015

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

The many different tacos are made with fresh, local products and handmade tortillas. 4834 Davis Blvd., Naples (239-732-8226, tacosandtequilanaples.com)

ITALIAN Alberto’s on Fifth Chef Alberto Varetto, born in Torino, Italy, for years served patrons of Sale e Pepe on Marco Island. Now he cooks fine dishes in his elegant restaurant on Fifth. 868 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-430-1060, albertosonfifth.com) Angelina’s Ristorante This is a place for a special night out. It features beautiful dining rooms, a 4,000-bottle wine tower and elevated Italian cuisine. 24041 Tamiami Trail S., Bonita Springs (239390-3187, angelinasofbonitasprings.com)

Barbatella Pizzas and pastas are delish, but don’t overlook other offerings, like the grilled salmon.

Save room for the signature Nutella pizza. 1290 Third St. S., Naples (239-263-1955, barbatella naples.com) Bellini on Fifth Italian Ristorante The Bellini family treats guests to cuisine inspired by matriarch “Nonna” Maria. 445 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-261-1117, bellinionfifth.com)

a perennial gathering place for great food and people-watching. 1177 Third St. S., Naples (239-4351166, camp​iello.damico.com) DeRomo’s Gourmet Market & Restaurant Dine in a casual atmosphere on home-style Italian dishes, then shop for gourmet items to take home.

The Promenade, 26811 S. Bay Dr., Bonita Springs (239-325-3583, deromos.com)

Bice A long-time favorite on the corner of Fifth and Third Street. 300 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-2624044, naples.bicegroup.com)

L’ANGOLO 5TH AVE Authentic Italian cuisine, including fresh, homemade pastas by the owner’s Italian mother. 800 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-692-8480, langolo5thave.com)

Brio Tuscan Grille The location in Waterside Shops makes this a popular place for pre- and postshopping meals. 5505 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-593-5319, brioitalian.com)

Osteria Tulia Chef Vincenzo Betulia’s authentically rustic venue and “peasant” cuisine are homey, hearty and delizioso. 466 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239213-2073, tulianaples.com)

Café Luna Enjoy signature pizzas, crispy calamari and Caesar salad at this casual spot. 467 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-213-2212, cafe luna​na​ples.com)

Pazzo! Cucina Italiana The “friendly neighborhood” restaurant serves moderately priced dishes using made-from-scratch sauces, pastas and desserts. 853 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-434-8494, pazzo​italiancafe.com)

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Roma Italian Bistro Pizza and Italian specialities made with ingredients imported from Italy and fresh organic produce. 655 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-776-7042, romabistronaples.com) Vergina Italian and Mediterranean dishes with a modern flair. It’s a popular place for gathering with friends and listening to live music. 700 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-659-7008, verginarestaurant.com)

tails like the Green Dragon. 2555 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-261-4332, naplesfuji​yama.com)

to create a diverse menu. 2500 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-455-4585, fuseglobalcuisine.com)

Maguro Sushi & Steak House It is easy to miss in its location in the mall at U.S. 41 and Wiggins Pass, but Maguro is worth seeking out if you love great sushi and sashimi. 895 Wiggins Pass, Naples (239-591-0003, magurosteakhouse.com)

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

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

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

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

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

FUJIYAMA STEAK & SEAFOOD Go for Japanese hibachi cooking, entertainment and fun frozen cock-

FUSE GLOBAL CUISINE Chef-owner Greg Scarlatos uses flavors and ingredients from around the world

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Pour

Chameleon Cocktail Add spice to your life with a splash of vermouth

By Mark Spivak Origins: Carpano Antica

Italian classics include Cocchi and Punt e Mes, while France’s Noilly Prat served as the prototype for pale and dry vermouth.

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For some, it’s a mere addition to a favorite cocktail; for others, it’s a stand-alone drink with both character and charm.

When vermouth was invented towards the end of the seventeenth century, it was an immediate sensation. The creation is generally credited to Antonio Benedetto Carpano, who enhanced the coarse wine of the period with a blend of 30 herbs and spices. The sweetness of Carpano’s potion appealed to many segments of the population (particularly to the ladies), and became a favorite of the Turin royal court.

In time, a second style—pale and dry—was introduced in France by Joseph Noilly in the early 1800s.

The invention of the cocktail in the late nineteenth century was the agent that launched vermouth into hyperspace. Virtually every classic drink used it to add balance and serve as a buffer to enhance or contrast the taste of the primary spirit. Artisanal vermouth producers flourished, each with their own distinctive flavor profile.

Italy remained the mother ship of vermouth, and the house of Carpano bottled its original creation as Antica Formula ($30): rich, sweet and unctuous without being cloying. Although the company eventually began to manufacture two

white versions (Bianco and dry), red vermouth became its specialty. The most interesting vermouth on the planet might just be Punt e Mes ($22), invented by Carpano in 1870. The name translates to “point and a half”—one point of sweetness and a half-point of bitters. Another top name is Cocchi, founded in 1891, making white Americano ($20) and the distinctive, perfectly balanced Vermouth di Torino ($22). The third producer in the triumvirate is Contratto, also founded in the 1890s, known for both red and white versions ($30), as well as Fernet ($35), the famous potable bitter.

In France, Joseph Noilly’s potion morphed into Noilly Prat ($12), which became the prototype of the pale and dry style. Its production method has been basically unchanged since the 1850s; the white wine is aged in large oak casks for eight months then transferred to smaller barrels, which are left outdoors for one year to season the contents. In the Alpine village of Chambéry, Dolin became celebrated for making vermouth unlike any other. It was fresher and drier than its competitors, herbal without being bitter, filled with elegance and finesse. And while technically not vermouth, no discussion of the category would be

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Hammer & Tong’s L’Afrique, an artisan offering out of Oregon

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complete without mentioning Lillet ($20), a blend of dry white Bordeaux wine and macerated citrus, kicked up with a dose of quinine liqueur.

The American craft cocktail boom of the past few decades has reawakened interest in vermouth, so it’s not surprising to see some interesting examples emerging stateside. California’s Andrew Quady, who gained fame making dessert wines, is infusing Orange Muscat grapes grown in the San Joaquin Valley with 17 aromatic herbs for his Vya Sweet and Dry Vermouth ($24).

Oregon is the domestic equivalent of eighteenth-century Turin, playing host to an assortment of artisan producers, including: Caption xxx ● Portland-based Patrick Taylor’s Hammer xx x xx x xx xx x x x x xx & Tongs, offering the white Sac’Résine and x xx x x xx red L’Afrique ($35). x xx xx xx ● Imbue Bittersweet Vermouth ($28), with a base of Pinot Gris fortified with Clear Creek brandy.

While technically not a vermouth, ● Ransom, making both dry and sweet Lillet is a close (about $35) from small-batch Oregon wineries. relative. ● Interrobang, crafting sweet vermouth ($20) from Willamette Valley Pinot Noir.

Still doubtful that vermouth can be a great drink? Mix some Carpano or Contratto Bianco with tonic, add ice and a sprig of fresh rosemary, and your perception is likely to be instantly transformed. «

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LUXURY PREVIEW

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

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Super Seed Flaxseed has long been known for its many health benefits. Now, there may be another possible reason to savor the nutrient-dense seed, which is rich in fiber, omega-3 essential fatty acids and lignans, a plant hormone that mimics estrogen and may have antioxidant properties. After a review of 11 studies and 14 trials, researchers found that eating flaxseeds, also known as linseeds, may help lower blood pressure slightly, according to findings published in The Journal of Nutrition. Researchers also noted the benefits may increase when consuming whole flaxseeds over a period of more than three months. At the same time, ground flaxseeds are easier for the body to digest and absorb all the nutrients locked inside, according to the Mayo Clinic. Popular ways to enjoy the seed's light, nutty taste is to sprinkle the ground seeds on yogurt or add to salads and soups—and a little goes a long way. Like all foods high in fiber, flaxseeds should be taken with plenty of water or other fluids.

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Ripened lemons have aromatically refined this oil. Try: Add it to citrus salad dressings, chickpea recipes or pasta.

Rosemary

Wherever rosemary is indispensable as a Mediterranean seasoning, this intense olive oil is just right.

Try: Pair it with lamb or add it to fried potatoes for a worthy finish.

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Olive oil has long been known as a “good fat,” thanks to its high concentration of monounsaturated fatty acids, which can help lower cholesterol levels—and may help lower your risk of heart disease, according to the Mayo Clinic. Olive oil is available in a number of deliciously aromatic varieties, each with its own unique flavor to enhance a wide variety of foods. Vicky Budynsky, marketing manager at gourmet food store VOM FASS Naples, breaks down several popular infusions and how to best use them in the most flavorful ways. —Liza Grant Smith

Porcini

The delicate, natural mushroom essence provides a subtle layer of flavoring when added just before serving. Try: Drizzle over steak with freshly cracked pepper and tarragon or over sautéed or grilled vegetables.

Basil

The taste of the fresh herb gives this olive oil its elegant flavor.

Try: Mix into a Caprese salad, pasta or risotto.

Orange

The aroma of juicy oranges gives this oil its citrus taste and makes it particularly suitable for enhancing fish, fruity salads or desserts. Try: Use it in place of cooking oil when baking.

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Tomato

Tomato-infused olive oil is a delicious way to enhance pasta, bruschetta and bread croutons. Try: Rub a fresh peeled clove of garlic over toasted bread, and drizzle with this savory oil.

Find the right bottle of infused olive oil at a Naples supplier: VOM FASS Naples (239-513-0103, naples.vomfassusa.com) Naples Olive Oil Co. (239-596-3000, naplesoliveoilcompany.com) Florida Olive Oil Co. (239-403-0735, floridaoliveoil.com)

Oregano

A delicate aroma, woody character and grassy overtones make this a delightful addition to many dishes, particularly Italian cuisine. Try: Use it as a base for aioli, reach for it when marinating vegetables, drizzle over pizza or add a dash to a cold pasta salad.

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Summer Kid Adventures Wherever you are in Naples, practically all you have to do is head west and soon you’ll be wiggling your toes in the sand, building sand castles and picking up pretty shells. We all love our beach time, but there is so much more for families to explore on the Paradise Coast. This summer, try these three adventures tailored to kids of varying interests and ages.

Turn over a new leaf. At the Conservancy of Southwest Florida, youngsters can join the Little Explorers program (conservancy.org/littleexplorers), which is best for children 18 months to 5 years old. They can build a creature tunnel called a burrow, have fun with nature crafts, listen to stories and participate in other activities. The Conservancy’s Dalton Discovery Center also has more than 100 animals and interactive exhibits.

Discover scuba. Kids aged 10 and older can get scuba-certified in five days or less at Naples Marina & Excursions. Not 10 yet? Start with the Bubblemaker class, where kids as young as 8 are taught diving basics and supervised while swimming in the pool using scuba gear. (cruisefishdive .com/diving-certification-classes.php) Chart a new path. Feel like taking a bike ride? Check out the new Gordon River Greenway. The paved nature trail follows the Gordon River alongside the Naples Zoo and the Conservancy. Watch for a great horned owl, bald eagle, raccoon or even a fox! Rent a bike at one of Naples’ bicycle shops, or join a group with Naples Bicycle Tours (naplesbicycletours.com), which is open to ages 12 and up. Helmets, water and snacks are included.

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(App for thAT!) As locals know, Florida’s nickname, “The Sunshine State,” couldn’t be more accurate. This summer, download an app that will help you protect your skin from the sun’s harsh rays. The UV Index app from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency uses GPS capabilities to provide up-to-date forecasts of the solar ultraviolet radiation in the area. The UV Index runs on a scale of one to 11+, and higher numbers mean more intense rays. In addition to providing data, the app also offers suggestions on protective measures, such as what times of the day to avoid and what SPF sunscreen to apply. (epa.gov/sunwise)

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Tickled Pink Tickled Pink is everyone’s favorite shopping destination in the historic district of Third Street South. The newly renovated boutique now carries men’s clothing from Vineyard Vines, Hudson Jeans, Autumn Cashmere and Tucker Blair. Adding to its collection of tried-and-true contemporary designs from Milly, Trina Turk, Alice & Trixie, Susana Monaco, Ella Moss and Velvet, the women’s department also has expanded with great new lines from Nanette Lepore, Tart, Amour Vert and DL1961.

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The Immokalee Foundation The ninth annual Inter-Club Challenge, a spirited golf tournament that pits area golf clubs against each other in a friendly rivalry, is set for May 4 at The Club at Mediterra in Naples. Proceeds from the tournament, the first in a series of annual fundraising events, will build pathways to success and support a brighter future for the children of Immokalee through The Immokalee Foundation’s programs.

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Drunken Man Slumped Outside Restaurant, New York, ca. 1945, Weegee (Arthur Fellig)

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Afternoon Crowd at Coney Island, Brooklyn, July 21, 1940, Weegee (Arthur Fellig)

Dark, stark and brutal are words often associated with the black and white pictures shot by Arthur Fellig—a.k.a. Weegee—the pioneering twentieth-century photographer whose gritty photos captured scenes of crime, life and death in New York. His art, which later influenced many photographers’ work as well as movies (including the recent film Nightcrawler), fascinates with an unblinking look at often seamy subjects. The exhibit “Weegee by Weegee” invites viewers to feel what it would be like to spend a night with the photographer, moving through images from fires, murders and accidents, to entertainment, to streets in the dead of night. The exhibit runs May 2 through July 26 at The Baker Museum in Artis— Naples. Parents note: It includes graphic images not suitable for children. (artisnaples.org) —Kat Smith

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All That JAzz with the Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra will feature Mike Harvey on drums. (artisnaples.org)

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Harmon-Meek | modern presents an exhibit of works by Ellie Barnet, through May 30. (239-262-2699)

Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs—Student Showcase Exhibition, May 8-15; Elementary & Middle School Students Exhibition, May 22-29; artcenterbonita.org.

Collier County Museum, Naples—Lafayette: Apostle of Liberty, exhibit, through May 28; col liermuseums.com.

The fourth annual “Ding” Darling & Doc Ford’s Tarpon Tournament takes to the waters May 9 to benefit the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel Island. Festivities get under way the evening before at the Captain’s Dinner at Doc Ford’s Rum Bar on Fort Myers Beach. Following the tournament on Saturday, the fun continues at Doc Ford’s with the Silver King for “Ding” After-Party, with limited tickets available to the public. The tourney draws teams from across the country with 100 percent of entry fees as the winning purse. In 2014, the tournament raised $40,000 for the refuge and its wildlife and conservation programs. (dingdarlingtarpontourney.com)

Emily James Gallery, Naples—In the Good Ol’ Summertime, exhibit of works by renowned Naples artist Emily James, through June 30; emily jamesart.com.

ART & MUSEUMS

The Baker Museum, Artis—Naples—Surrealism in Belgium: The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie, through May 3; Gods and Heroes, Masterpieces from the École des Beaux-Arts, Paris, through May 17; Divers, The Sculpture of Rainer Lagemann, through July 26; Weegee by Weegee, May 2-July 26; Seventh Annual Student Exhibition, May 9-July 26; Jan Yoors, A Retrospective, May 17-July 26; Celebrating 15 Years of Collecting at The Baker Museum, May 30-July 26; Art After Hours, May 27, June 24; artisnaples.org.

Galleries of Crayton Cove, Naples—Art After Dark, art, food, drinks, music, Crayton Cove, May 9; 239-262-7161.

Harmon-Meek | modern, Naples—Jesssica Daryl Winer exhibit, May 4-16; 239-262-2699.

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

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Marco Island Center for the Arts—High School Art reception, May 8; Adult Student Show reception, May 12; Photography Presentation & Workshop with Mike Matthews, May 16; 239-394-4221.

Marco Island Foundation for the Arts— High School Student Scholarship Show, May 4; marco arts.org.

Marco Island Historical Museum—The Way We Worked … Along the Trail, A Smithsonian Institute Traveling Exhibit, through May 16; the mihs.com.

Museum of the Everglades—Student Art Exhibit, June 1-Aug. 31; evergladesmuseum.org.

Naples Art Association at The von Liebig Art Center—Pictures in Process: Photography

by Naples Art Association Members, June 15-July 17; Camera USA National Photography Exhibition & Award, June 15-July 17; naplesart.org.

Naples Botanical Garden—Unearthed: Dinosaurs in the Garden, multisensory exhibit features large-scale animatronic dinosaur models, through July 5; naplesgarden.org.

Sunsets and Saxophones A long-time crowd pleaser returns for the thirtieth year to The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club. The annual SummerJazz on the Gulf concert series kicks off June 27 with The Betty Fox Band making its third appearance. The well-attended series will take place one Saturday a month through mid-September, featuring various jazz artists paired with the Naples beach sunset.

The event, held on the beachfront resort’s scenic Watkins Lawn, offers free admission and free parking at the resort for hotel guests. Parking for other concertgoers can be found north of the hotel at Lowdermilk Park (free parking for cars with a Naples beach sticker), and complimentary trolley service is provided to the resort and back.

Just bring your wallet for food and drinks, as nothing from the outside is permitted.

Grab your blankets and lawn chairs and check out a Southwest Florida tradition that is fun for the whole family. (naplesbeach​ hotel.com) —Brooke Blythe

Naples Depot Museum—History Comes to Life,

Joshua Wojick, through May 29; thomasrileystu dio.com.

The Collage Art of John M. Williams, through May 30; colliermuseums.com/exhibits.

Rosen Gallery & Studios—Dimensions: Canvas

Naples Historical Society at Historic Palm Cottage—Palm Cottage tours, Tuesday through

to Clay, works in 2-D and 3-D, through July 31; Clay: Handbuilding & Raku Techniques, five-week class, by reservation; 239-821-1061.

Saturday; guided tours of the Norris Gardens, first and third Thursdays; walking tours of the Historic District, Wednesdays; 239-261-8164.

Naples Zoo—International Migratory Bird Day, May 2; World Turtle Day, May 23; World Ocean Day, June 6; World Giraffe Day Weekend, May 22-25; napleszoo.com.

Thomas Riley Studio, Naples—New works by “Photo-Fusion” artist Ysabel LeMay, installation artist/ceramist Pascale Girardin, and glass blower

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CHILDREN & TEENS

Artis—Naples—Make and Take Workshops, May 6, June 3; Magic Carpet children’s concert, Percussion, May 30; Youth Chamber Festival, June 8-12; Art Smart Summer Camps, June 8-12, 15-19 and 22-26; artisnaples.org.

Naples Art Association—ArtScool, summer arts education program for ages 5 to 14, June 8-Aug. 7, The von Liebig Art Center, Naples; naplesart.org.

Opera Naples—Youth Summer Program, ages 13 to 21, The Pirates of Penzance, auditions May 17, program June 30-July 11, performances July 12 and 12; operanaples.org.

Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve—Kids Free Fridays, summer education series, June 12, 19, 26; rookerybay.org.

FILM

Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs—Films for Film Lovers: 12, May 4, Haute Cuisine, May 11; Young at Heart, May 18, The Golden Door, May 25; Amores Perros, June 1, The Full Monty, June 8, Soul Kitchen, June 15, Moe Auditorium; artcen terbonita.org.

Mercato, Naples—Movies on the Lawn, The Blind Side, May 19; mercatoshops.com.

Silverspot Cinema, Naples—Cultural films, Bolshoi Ballet, Ivan the Terrible, May 17 and 19; National Theatre productions, The Hard Problem, May 3 and 5, and Man and Superman, June 7 and 9; silverspot.net.

FOOD, WINE & FASHION

Fifth Avenue South, Naples—CityFest Evening on Fifth and ArtWalk, music, shopping specials, dining, dancing, May 7; You First on Fifth, for Southwest Florida residents, discounts and specials from Fifth Avenue businesses, June 1-Aug. 30; 239-692-8436.

Norman Love Confections—Chocolate and Wine Tasting, May 13; classes: Molded Candies, May 27, June 10 and 24; Cupcakes, June 10; Cookie Decorating, June 24; Quick Chocolate Bites, May 27, call for locations; 239-561-7215.

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Village on Venetian Bay—Fresh market, Sundays through May; Mother’s Day at the Village, a CityFest event, with a Fashion Walk for Susan G. Komen of Southwest Florida, May 10, plus 10 percent of purchases donated to the nonprofit May 8-11; Father’s Day Antique Car Show, June 20; 239-403-2218.

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Artis—Naples—Wang Chamber Music, May 3; Norris Center, Naples—Naples Jazzmasters

Masterworks, Celebración de Mayo, May 7 and 8; Percussion Summit, May 9; Youth Symphonia, Chamber Music and Youth Chorus, May 17; Patriotic Pops, May 21 and 22; Summer Spectacular, with the Philharmonic and Youth Orchestra, May 23; Pro-Am, Philharmonic pros and musicians from the community, May 31; Festival of Great Organ Music, June 7; artisnaples.org.

Conservancy of Southwest Florida—Evenings at the Conservancy, Jennifer Hecker: Oil Drilling and Water, May 12; conservancy.org.

Bayshore Cultural & Performing Arts Center, Naples—CAPA Rising Stars Series, Etudes

Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, Naples—Lunch & Learn lecture, Dive

de Ballet and Naples Music Club Turiel Awards, May 1, Florida SouthWestern State College Collier Campus; Rockin’ the Blues Series, Rick Howard and The Speedbumps, May 10, Mercato, Naples; bayshorecapa.org.

Into the Story: Ocean Science, Adventure, and a Sneak Peek! With Dr. Ellen Prager, May 5; rook erybay.org.

concerts, May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6, 13, 20, 27; 239-263-1113.

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Artis—Naples—Community Day–Spring 2015, Cambier Park, Naples—Naples Dixieland Jazz Band, May 3; 239-263-1113.

Mercato, Naples—Mercato Nights concert, May 7; 239-254-1080.

free family event to explore the Artis—Naples campus, with art and activities for all ages, including live music and instrument “petting zoo,” May 17; artisnaples.org.

Friends of the Foundation—The Grape Celebration, 50 wines and hors d’oeuvres, music and silent auction, to support initiatives of the Naples Children & Education Foundation, May 29, LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort, Naples; friendsof thefoundation.com.

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Daytime stars return to Marco island May 22-25 for the 16th SWFL SoapFest. Activities such as Cruisin’, Boozin’ and Schmoozin’ with the stars, a Celebrity bar bash, and more will benefit local kids’ charities Camp Able and Island Theater Company’s Kids program. (soapfest.com)

Great Dock Canoe Race—39th annual races, parade of canoes decorated for this year’s theme, The Hunger Games, awards, May 9, Crayton Cove, Naples; greatdockcanoerace.com.

Legal Aid Service of Collier County—Barrister’s Bash, cocktails, dinner, auctions and awards, May 7, Hilton Naples; 239-775-4555.

Naples Junior Woman’s Club—Derby Dash

It began as a way to encourage Naples part-time residents and visitors to stay in May, with myriad special events related to the culture of a specific region or country. This year, ArtsNaples World Festival explores the cultural riches of France, with a spectrum of happenings all around town.

Below are some highlights. (artsnaples worldfestival.org) Visual Arts Arsenault Gallery, Naples—Paul Arsenault’s paintings related to the publication The Florida French Heritage Trail, on display through May 9.

Naples Art Association at The von Liebig Art Center—Viva La France! Exhibition of art by Bernard Millemot, through May 9.

Performances Moorings Presbyterian Church, Naples— French Organ Masterworks, and French Symphonic Masterworks, May 5; Music During the Reign of Louis XIV, May 7.

Naples Art Association—The Debussy Etudes for the Piano, May 2; The Art of the French Art Song, May 3; French Piano Masterpieces, May 4; Piano Trios of Debussy and Ravel, May 8; Special Mother’s Day Family Concert featuring performers of all ages, in partnership with the Naples Music Club, May 10.

Opera Naples—La Tragedie de Carmen – Opera Français, May 1 and 2, The David & Cecile Wang Opera Center, Naples.

Sugden Community Theatre, Naples—Life is a Cabaret, concert with Grammy Award winner Sylvia McNair, May 4.

Cuisine Chez Boët, Naples—Demystifying the Truffle, demonstration and lunch, May 5.

La Bazenne on Fifth, Naples—A Cocktail Party à la Française, culinary tips, lunch and wine, May 4; Tribute to the Mothers of Culinary Art, interactive cooking class and dinner, May 10.

Le Lafayette, Naples—Beloved French Favorites, interactive class and lunch, May 8.

Sea Salt, Naples—Inspired by the Sea, a demonstration by Chef Fabrizio Aielli and lunch, May 6.

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COVER Organza feathers and leather caged dress ($9,350), Fendi, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples; Beatrix spiral earrings ($195), Tory Burch, Naples

Winged Foot Scholarship Foundation—The Winged Foot Scholar-Athlete

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Award banquet with inspirational keynote speaker, NBA star Shane Battier, May 21, Naples Grande Beach Resort; 239-262-7171.

SPORTS

Gulf Coast Runners—Tropicool 5K, May 3, Old Naples; Dash & Dine, run followed by free food and drinks, May 12, June 9, Naples on the Run; Memorial Day Judicata 5K, May 25, North Collier Regional Park; gcrunner.org.

The Immokalee Foundation—The Ninth Annual Inter-Club Challenge, May 4, The Club at Mediterra, Naples; immokaleefoundation.org.

St. Matthew’s House—18th Annual Dean Lind Memorial Golfathon, May 5, Imperial Golf Club, Naples; 239-298-5026.

The Sports Club Scholarship Fund—Eighth Annual Sports Club Shootout, May 9, Tiburón course, The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples; 239-298-6407.

29th Annual Fitness Challenge Triathlon—Reverse sprint tri, June 7, The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club; thefitnesschallengetriathlon.com.

Naples Pathways Coalition—Ride of Silence, May 20, Cambier Park, Naples; naplespathways.org.

THEATER/DANCE

Artis—Naples—Baroque Opera, with the Naples Philharmonic and Gulfshore Opera, May 2; artisnaples.org.

Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs—Improv Café and Improv Tonight, May 2, Disney’s Mulan Jr. presented by CFABS Youth Players, May 8-10; Nunsense– A Musical, June 3-7, 12-14, Moe Auditorium, Bonita Springs; artcenterbonita.org.

Island Theater Company, Marco Island—Leading Ladies, by the ITC Teen Troupe, June 12-20, Rose History Auditorium, Marco Island; 239-394-0080.

The Marco Players—The Merry Housewives of Windsor, May 1-3; Shakespeare’s Macbeth, May 22-24, 30-31; The Marco Players Theater; themarco players.com.

The Naples Players—The Last Romance, through May 16; KidzAct productions: High School Musical, May 22-24; Doo-Wop Wed Widing Hood, June 2628; Sugden Community Theatre, Naples; naplesplayers.org.

TheatreZone, Naples—They’re Playing Our Song, through May 10, G&L Theatre, Community School of Naples; theatrezone-florida.com.

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Blessed RESPITE To many local families with someone stricken by cancer, Fred Klaucke is a blessing. But Klaucke insists he is the one who feels blessed to help those struggling to make ends meet while they fight for their lives.

Klaucke left the corporate world in 2000, after World of Science, the retail chain he founded and later went public, was sold. He and his wife started their self-funded Lion and The Lamb Foundation in New York before moving to Naples full-time in 2004. Just four years later, devastatingly, his wife, Laura, passed away from lung and brain cancer. He discovered Cancer Alliance of Naples shortly afterwards and was immediately drawn in. “I thought, what a wonderful organization, because they really provide hands-on, caring help,” Klaucke says. “The staff devotes so much time, energy and passion to helping people.”

Klaucke has joined that effort in part by taking low-income families served by CAN on shopping trips to their local Wal-Mart Supercenter to buy whatever they need, including food, household supplies, clothing and more.

He has financially supported the organization in a myriad of ways, but is quick to underscore that it’s not just about the money.

“The disease affects the family, your ability to pay the rent when you can’t work any longer, and you lose selfesteem,” says Klaucke, who is also a board member of CAN. “I don’t want to just write a check and say, ‘Go get what you need.’ I feel my calling is to also spend time with the families, listen to what the issues are in their lives, and show them how worthwhile and wonderful they are.”

At the end of each shopping trip, he buys flowers for the ladies. From the many who never received a bouquet before, there are often tears of happiness. “If a husband is along, or if the children are old enough, I will ask them to pick out the flowers,” he adds.

Through Cancer Alliance of Naples and a variety of other local nonprofits, Klaucke has helped about 500 families through these shopping trips over the last few years. He has also sponsored CAN’s retreat program, which pays for 10 families to enjoy a three-day vacation at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club, that serves as a brief respite from the challenges of the disease.

“The more you give, the more you receive,” Klaucke says. “Everyone can do something. It doesn’t matter if we’re rich or poor, there’s always someone who needs help more than we do.” «

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