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Contents Departments
— I n Ev e r y I s s u e
— Insider
30 Editor’s Note
38 Artist Profile: Maternal surrealism
32 From the CAB 34 Gulfshore Treasures 216 Parting Shot
46 Master Class: Pizzata’s artisanal pies
58 Fashion: Tuscan radiance 64 Guest List: People & places
52 Wine Watch: A Champagne affair
Insider Wine Watch
52 Punta Gorda-raised Gina Lyons offers Southwest Floridians an inside look into all
Zach Stovall
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Contents Departments
— Home
— Healthy Life
— Taste
166 Tastemaker: A layered home
186 Wellness: Southwest Florida’s health hub
196 Dining Guide: 150+ essential restaurants
172 Favorite Things: Curve appeal with L.A. DeRiggi
193 Editors’ Pick: MKTB’s bootybuilding bands
176 Talking Shop: The art of murals
Home
Talking Shop
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Fro m T h e Ed i t o r
Looking Ahead The first time I dined at Liberty
creating and writing are labors of
And, it’s not about age. Sure,
in Fort Myers, I felt I’d found a
love, best served when carried out
we slate some of our younger
kindred spirit in chef Bob Boye
with heart.
denizens into this issue, but we
(“And Liberty for All,” p. 80). To
This idea is reflected through
don’t set an age cap or spend
me, his food represented much
the slate of up-and-comers
much time thinking about filling
of what’s exciting in Southwest
featured in this issue. I loved
a generational quota. Instead, we
Florida now.
learning about Roxx Barrios, the
look for forward-thinking proj-
Every item on the small-but-
Venezuelan musician who led
ects and ideas that will shepherd
mighty menu brimmed with
her band, Roxx Revolt and The
our region into its next era and
imagination, each dish flowing out
Velvets, into a curated glam-punk
maybe even surpass us. This issue
of the open kitchen a considered
phenomenon and a deal with SKK
is about celebrating the future
work of art. As I heard Bob talk
Records’ Steven Machat, who
of Southwest Florida and those
about his trips to Michelin-starred
has represented Snoop Dogg and
dedicated to making it shine just
restaurants to gather inspiration
Phil Collins. Writer and musi-
a little brighter.
and knowledge through osmosis,
cian Angela Page writes about
his devouring of culinary books,
Roxx and a bevy of underground
his thoughts on the local food
musicians who have been work-
scene, I could see this was a chef
ing under the radar to build the
with a mission. Bob has no desire
thriving scene music lovers long
to keep things as they’ve been—he
envisioned (“Big Fish,” p. 90).
invites us to consider what they
Our region still lacks many
can be. To have us experience
dedicated spaces for live inde-
food like he does, as a cerebral
pendent musicians to play,
experience. Crafts like cooking,
but people like Roxx and the founders of Nice Guys Beer & Pizza Lounge, where bands
Stepha n ie Gra nada Editor in Chief
play throughout the week, are steadily working to change that. We see this repeated time and again in this issue—someone has a calling, spots a need and uses all their talents and energy to make Anna Gunselman
something out of nothing.
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Fro m T h e C o m m u n i t y A d v i s o r y B o a rd
Dear Gen Z Amid Southwest Florida’s sunsets
stand in awe of the innovative spirit
and the untamed vibrancy of the
you bring to the table.
Gen Z-ers, I look forward to seeing your journeys unfold.
Everglades, a spirit of philanthropy
I encourage you to extend your
The world needs your curiosity,
has thrived for generations. In my
influence to a nonprofit that res-
empathy, voice and vision for a
three decades living in Naples,
onates with you—channel your
better tomorrow. You have all
I have been enraptured by this
digital wizardry to broadcast the
the power and tools to make a
scene where nature’s beauty meets
nonprofit’s magic in real-time,
significant impact. In the spirit of
humans’ magnanimity. And today,
conjure new ways to garner sup-
perpetual learning, we look for-
I write this letter to you, the fresh
port, lend your creative touch to
ward to unraveling the mysteries
Gulf breeze in our community—
their message. Your efforts can
you present and eagerly await the
Generation Z.
transform these organizations into
impact you are poised to make in
dynamic platforms for dialogue
our lives.
Your digital mastery and how seamlessly it’s woven into your
and action.
everyday lives is a testament to
Your inquisitive nature and
your generation’s potential. Your
digital fluency are reshaping the
love for memes, artisanal food and
world, and your generation is set
technologically advanced acces-
to steer this ship into uncharted
sories represents more than just
territories. While there are many
trends. It symbolizes a revolution
challenges ahead, there are also
in the making. And those ideas
many opportunities for those
have the power to re-engineer our
brave enough to seize them.
nonprofits with electrifying energy.
For my contemporaries, I
Being a mother to a Millennial
implore you: Embrace this enigma!
and Gen Z-er, I have had the priv-
They may communicate in memes
ilege to observe your ingenuity
and emojis, but if we step outside
firsthand. Seeing how you reshaped
the traditional confines of our
traditional frameworks of life, work
boardrooms, we can see that their
and philanthropy is like watching
skills and perspectives can launch
a Botticelli painting come alive. I
our charities to unprecedented
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INSIDER / People, places and ideas making waves on the Gulf
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A Woman’s Touch Painter Grace Mikell Ramsey’s dreamlike canvases ref lect the many facets of motherhood and female friendships.
Even before she became a mother, Fort Myers-based painter Grace Mikell Ramsey was captivated by the strength of women. “I’m interested in the rituals and experiences of being human, and the most magical are female,” she says. “Giving birth was the most empowering experience, getting to be part of the flow of history.” But motherhood was not without its challenges. When her daughter, Marigold, was born in 2017, Grace embraced the attachment parenting style and breastfed her for three and a half years. The closeness between mother and daughter was precious but overwhelming. When Marigold was a few months old, Grace visited New Orleans, where she had earned a master of fine arts degree at Tulane University in the early 2010s. She asked some friends if they would be open to undressing for a photoshoot. Together, the women tried different poses, chatting about the unique demands of motherhood until one suggested they nurse each other. While Grace would often transpose pho-
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Grace’s work draws from early Renaissance and Flemish primitive painters, along with her religious studies at Tulane. her use of color and symbolism.
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tographs into a single composition, she
in surreal, dreamlike landscapes. “I
about how accurately you could draw from
only used a single image from this shoot.
realized early on that I was interested in
life.” Her professor unlocked the door for
She loved the powerful message it evoked.
drawing and painting people,” Grace says.
Grace to express herself, and her talent
In the finished painting, Latch (2019),
“But I also liked the idea that I could make
took flight. Later, while pursuing a master
women are realistically depicted with
a narrative painting. There’s something
of fine arts, she began experimenting with
their bodies tangled on a rug, their skin
about the surreal language of dreams that
more expressive styles.
cast in a greenish pall. The artwork points
is uncanny.”
Keep (2011), painted while Grace was
to the dissolution of selfhood involved
As a teen, Grace took private art les-
at Tulane, shows three young women
in raising another human being and the
sons from a woman in her small town.
pricking their fingers with needles, as if
essential bonds formed between female
Rooted in fundamentals, the instructor
about to swear a blood oath. In Feeding
friends, especially mothers. “It just poured
had her spend an entire year drawing
(2014), another sinister early painting,
out of me,” Grace recalls. “It has a lot to do
before Grace was even allowed to touch a
a woman solemnly presents her severed
with the complexities of nurturing, what it
paintbrush. During college, she pursued
breast on a plate to a toddler, who greedily
looks like to give and give and give.”
religious studies instead of art. Along
grasps a fork and steak knife. The macabre
The layered relationships between
the way, friends persuaded her to sign up
portrait is inspired by Saint Agatha, the
women have long influenced her work, in
for a drawing class. “That really changed
Sicilian martyr and patron saint of breast
which photorealist figures are immersed
everything,” Grace recalls. “It wasn’t just
cancer. Grace often draws from Old World
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In grad school, she delved into Rococo elements, evident in
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Motherhood and the spectrum of emotions it yields are prevalent themes. “I believe in being honest, genuine and
Renaissance and Flemish primitive artists
open. That’s the full scope of being a person,” she says.
and their depictions of religious martyr“Riding that line between beauty and grotesque—I think it can be more impactful,” she says. She laughs often and is quick to acknowledge the joys of parenthood. Daughter (2020) embodies her sunnier outlook. Marigold’s face gazes skyward, enveloped in a cozy swirl of fabric, while rainbow-hued squirrels leap through the twilight sky. It is magical and innocent; it might almost have been made just to delight her little girl. Before motherhood, Grace would photograph subjects and do multiple sketches of the composition prior to creating a
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Grace Mikell Ramsey’s Study of Marigold (2020), 10x8 inches, acrylic on wood panel
dom. But Grace isn’t mired in darkness.
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Pie, Oh My A pair of brothers-in-pizza prove that taking it slow pays off in big f lavor at their Naples pizzeria.
At the helm of Pizzata Pizzeria + Aperi-
In 2020, the duo opened Pizzata Piz-
tivo, a new Naples outpost of the lauded
zeria in Philadelphia to high acclaim. At
Philly operation, stand Davide Lubrano
their year-old, high-energy North Naples
and Vinny Gallagher—master pizzaioli
location—outfitted with requisite white
(pizza makers). The proof is in the crust.
subway tiles and checkered tablecloths—
Davide was born on Long Island, where
Davide and Vinny draw from New York-
his family ran a pizzeria; he moved to
style pies, which use a lower-hydration
Monte di Procida, Italy (in the Campa-
dough, low-moisture cheeses, and are
nia region outside Naples) at age 4 and
baked in eight to 10 minutes (unlike
worked at his dad’s pizzeria throughout
Neapolitan wood-fired oven pizzas,
his childhood, rolling and balling dough
which cook in a quick 60 to 90 seconds).
and chopping tomatoes. In his mid-30s,
Philadelphia food critic Craig LaBan once
he formally trained at the Roman Pizza
described their transcendent base as “a
Academy in Miami. Meanwhile, Vinny
crust that crackles with a flavorful chew
honed his pizza chops at Del Popolo pizza
and roasty tang that reverbs after a slice
kitchen in San Francisco and won the
is gone.”
2019 USA Caputo Cup—a competition for
When Vinny talks about pizza, he talks
the best traditional Neapolitan and New
about rheology and microbial and enzy-
York-style pizzas—for his classic take on
matic activity. For the pair, making pies
a Margherita pie.
is as much an art as a science, and they
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are methodical about every step—down
three, the mixture goes into the cooler,
to considering the glycemic index spike of
where the brisk temperature allows the
their dough and creating the perfect envi-
dough to continue fermenting at a slower
ronment to balance the count for those
rate, developing a deeper flavor. By day
with gluten sensitivities. “Not to mention
four or five (temperature, humidity and
you tend to feel more ‘full and satisfied’
fermentation speed determine the final
for longer, which hopefully reduces the
timeline), it’s ready to portion into balls
likelihood of overeating,” Vinny says.
and hand-stretch into precise 16-inch
First, they make a poolish starter—a
discs. “The dough is alive and unique;
quicker pre-ferment that enhances taste
every day, we have to adapt it,” Vinny
and texture with a softer, aromatic flavor—
says. The pizzaioli want a supple, airy
with organic rye flour. This pre-ferment
finish with a velvety texture and balanced
goes into the mixer with a combination
elasticity. “We don’t shoot for a dry, crack-
of up to three flours, water, oil and salt,
er-like dough or one that is too mushy,
which all then rests or matures. On day
[which can] become too chewy,” he says.
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The pair opened Pizzata Pizzeria in North Naples last year. They ferment their dough for up to five days, placing it in a cooler halfway through the process to slow the fermentation and deepen the flavor. The result is a perfectly balanced, velvety crust with a crispy bottom and sweet tang.
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Vinny and Davide are installing custom
You won’t find pies piled high with doz-
source soppressata and prosciutto from
electric ovens that reach 903 F to produce
ens of esoteric ingredients at their place.
some of the best Italian salumerie—pro-
results similar to wood-fired brick ovens,
Instead, they adhere to a less-is-more
ducers such as Fiorucci, Fratelli Beretta
where blistering heat ensures a quick,
philosophy and rely on simple toppings
and Citterio, who have been crafting the
even cook and the trademark crispy bot-
of the highest quality.
gold standard of cured meats since the
tom. “The mouthfeel has to have a perfect
For the sauce, they use organic
1800s. There’s Cup & Char pepperoni
moisture balance with a slight tang that
crushed Italian tomatoes from premium
that curves and crusts to perfection;
makes your teeth sweat,” Vinny says.
brand Ciao Il Pomodoro di Napoli. The
in-house porchetta; rich and creamy
While they take the art and craft of
skinless, seedless tomatoes are grown
mozzarella and fior di latte by Grande
pizza making seriously, Davide and
in mineral-rich volcanic soil and are
Cheese Company, the go-to for many
Vinny know the beauty of pizza lies in
prized for their low water content,
classic New York pizza spots. Oakes
its egalitarian simplicity and the joy a
hearty consistency and robust flavor.
Farms, just down the road in Naples,
perfect slice can bring. “‘Pizzata’ means
The olive oil—extra virgin only—is Corto
keeps the larder stocked with pristine
‘pizza party’—a gathering of happy people
from California, pressed by a family
produce, such as basil, broccoli rabe,
getting together to eat pizza,” Davide says.
who immigrated from Lucca, Italy. They
eggplant and plump grape tomatoes.
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The finished product—say, a sausage and pepperoni pizza with ricotta and hot honey—is a veritable work of art. One bite can transport you well beyond Collier County. The hands-on duo brings unequaled passion to their craft and does everything insieme (together). They aim to raise the bar and infatuate pizza aficionados by turning people onto the beauty of the slow-fermentation crust. In ‘Pizzata’ means ‘pizza party’ in Italian. For Davide, the phrase illustrates how pizza is a universal food meant for everyone—not a cultish treat for rarefied aficionados.
Philadelphia, they’ve already brought in accolades—being named the best pizza in the city by numerous publications. With the latest expansion to Southwest Florida, nothing less is expected in Naples.
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Through the Grapevine Gina Lyons, of A Vine Affair, has turned her bubbly know-how into a sparkling career.
France’s Champagne region isn’t like
nect to this seemingly alienating world.
Napa Valley. It doesn’t thrive on tourism
“What I love about Champagne, the pro-
and organized visits to wineries. The
ducers and the maisons, is that there’s
region has only recently started shift-
a beautiful story to tell,” says the Punta
ing from its closed-door attitude with
Gorda-raised 37-year-old, who grew
immersive experiences. Still, at many
from blogging about bubbly to creating
large maisons, or Champagne houses, you
her Champagne and caviar concierge
often feel like you’re getting the theme
company, A Vine Affair, three years ago.
park experience, thanks to the hefty
“There is so much craftsmanship behind
admission fees and lines.
the bottle—the blending of hundreds of
When Gina Lyons, who began writing
wines, the selection of plots and crus.”
under the moniker Champagne Squad
Gina spent three years educating fol-
in 2018, toured the wine country as an
lowers on her blog and Instagram with
industry insider for the first time in 2021,
Champagne 101-style lessons and tast-
she felt like she had entered a secret soci-
ings with producers like two-century-old
ety. In getting direct access to the maisons
Louis Roederer and a youthful darling in
and introductions to small producers, she
the region, Frerejean Frères. Followers
realized it was possible to intimately con-
could join for free and sip along with
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In addition to leading insider trips to Champagne and offering cellar consultations, Gina hosts bubbly and caviar tastings, as well as pairing dinners in private homes and chartered yachts.
bottles purchased from their local wine
edge and love of Champagne through
from Tampa to Naples to Miami. She
shop or online. The social media sessions
seated dinners, tastings and biannual
hosts about one cocktail-style tasting
evolved into Zoom tastings and pairings
small-group trips (in June and October)
or dinner a week, working with private
with specialty truffle and caviar produc-
to meet producers. Her offerings range
chefs who traverse the state with her. “I
ers. As guests sipped, Gina would explain
from cellar consultations, where she’ll
love getting people outside their comfort
how crisp, zesty cuvées beautifully bal-
help build your collection, to curating
zone, whether that is drinking grower
ance the salinity in caviar and how older
bubbly-centric gifts to brokering rela-
Champagne, different styles they don’t
vintages with more wood notes are ideal
tionships with top maisons.
normally do, or pairing Champagne
alongside fragrant truffle. She shifted to
In Florida, Gina’s tastings and pair-
with food in ways they didn’t think they
in-person tastings after the pandemic and
ings primarily unfold in private homes
could,” Gina says. Four times a year, she
now helps imbibers deepen their knowl-
or on yachts she charters anywhere
visits France to taste new vintages, meet
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Champagne journeys often include private dinners with vintners, such as BillecartSalmon owner Mathieu Roland-Billecart.
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different producers and stay up-to-date
your day at Champagne Geoffroy, where
with the latest happenings.
Jean-Baptiste Geoffroy’s daughter, Mar-
Gina designs her trips—capped at 12
gaux, prepares dishes to pair with her
people—to give visitors the same kind of
father’s wine. You then journey to Cham-
insider access she gets, with cellar tours
pagne Doyard before wrapping your day
that travelers couldn’t arrange without
with dinner at Frerejean Frères’ private
the right connections. Education and
cellar with the family. The next day, you
experiencing Champagne at its source is
clink glasses with Billecart-Salmon’s
part of the appeal, but fostering intimate
Mathieu Roland-Billecart, or you might
relationships with the producers is at the
enjoy a private dinner at Le 25bis by
heart of the operation. Imagine starting
Leclerc Briant.
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Before moving back to Sarasota in early 2020, Gina and her husband, Richard, a retired British professional racer, lived in his hometown of Royal Hillsborough in Northern Ireland. At the time, she was a customer experience manager for Michael Kors’ European market and often wined and dined European clients, who were natural oenophiles. Gina needed to boost her wine I.Q. to better serve her clients, so she started studying. She had already fallen in love with Champagne years before while on a date in 2010 in Tokyo, Japan, with her
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knowledge, she gravitated more and more toward Champagne. She’s long appreciated smaller artisan producers and has been heartened to see a stronger spotlight on grower Champagnes and vignerons who are becoming superstars. “When I was blogging about some of these growers in 2018, they were fairly unknown or just hitting the market in the UK,” she says. She’s a firm believer that Champagne is a democratic drink to be enjoyed enthusiastically and for all occasions. “People are learning how to drink Champagne other than for celebrations and realizing it’s OK to have on a Thursday or with burgers or fried chicken,” Gina says. “They’re understanding how versatile Champagne actually is.”
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Magic Under the Mangroves / Hosted at, and in support of, the Conservancy of Southwest Florida
One of the largest environmental fundraisers of season always draws quite the crowd—and some stellar auction lots. Gathered under tents, the group of 400 guests bid on fabulous lots, like a week-long trip aboard a private yacht. By the end of the evening, patrons had raised $1.4 million to support the Conservancy of Southwest Florida’s environmental efforts, including education, advocacy and the von Arx Wildlife Hospital.
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Hope Gala / Hosted at The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón in support of JDRF
Aerialists, contortionists and an art exhibit dazzled during JDRF’s The Greatest Showman-inspired soiree. An unofficial face of JDRF, 9-year-old Leah Shwedel once again took to the stage to call for donations. The nonprofit raised more than $1.8 million that night for the cure, prevention and treatment of juvenile Type 1 diabetes.
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Cary Grant, the Pink Ladies, and Gilligan and Mary Ann Summers were some of the guests in attendance when Arts for ACT invited their patrons to dress up as their favorite TV characters. The night’s festivities were complete with a live auction and dancing to the tunes of the Original Studio 54 Band.
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A Night in TV Land / Hosted at Caloosa Sound
Convention Center in support of Arts for ACT
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Masquerade / Hosted at
The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón in support of Gulfshore Playhouse
Gulfshore Playhouse’s fundraiser doubles as a fantastical spectacle with Broadway singers, dancers and acrobatics. This year, the troupe honored The Phantom of the Opera’s 30-year run with a performance by Hugh Panaro and Eryn LeCroy, who have starred in the Broadway production. Local luminary Sandi Moran also took the stage for a ballroom number.
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My Rescue Rescued Me / Hosted at Baker Park
in support of Humane Society Naples
Patrons swapped gowns and tuxes for more casual threads during My Rescue Rescued Me—the Humane Society’s notably laid-back, fun-filled affair. After a private dinner reception inside the Eva Sugden-Gomez Center, the group gathered under a tent at Baker Park for dancing on an illuminated dance floor, and varied entertainment, like a lip reader and digital caricature artist. Guests fawned over the creative catering by Miami-based Fayolle Gourmet, which served delights like fruit “sushi” with sweet rice and dark chocolate almond pralines with raspberry canolis.
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Charity Classic Pro-Am Golf Tournament Pairings Party / Hosted at The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón in support of The Immokalee Foundation
More than two dozen LPGA and PGA golf professionals—including legends Ernie Els
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foundation’s education initiatives. Partic-
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Sunday night and hit the green Monday,
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raising more than $360,000 to aid students in Immokalee.
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“It took a perspective shif t to realize either I am going to complain about the lack of a music communit y, or I’m gonna create it.” — Rapper André De Saint on the local music scene.
8 0 C u l i n a r y i n no v at ion s t a k e c ent er s t a ge at L i b er t y 9 0 Under g r ou nd mu sic r i s e s w it h S out hw e s t F lor id a ’s ne x t gener at ion
And Liberty For All Chef Bob Boye rewrites the playbook on food and stokes conversation around the ar t of dining.
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rom one of the 10 counter seats at Fort Myers’ Liberty, you see some of the finer rock ‘n’ roll machinations of a team in effortless lockstep. When dinner service starts at 5:15 p.m., the trio behind the counter is like an army prepared for battle—calm, ready to execute. As guests come in, the energy dials up. So does the music. Everyone finds their groove; the team tweezing garnish and skillfully slicing wahoo, moving as if in ballet to the beats of Kanye West and 50 Cent. But there’s no ‘Yes, chef!’ barked in unison here. Wearing a backward black baseball cap and sleeves of tattoos on both arms, chef-owner Bob Boye doesn’t impose hierarchy in his kitchen. “If your coat says ‘executive chef,’ I don’t really care—your food better be great. Period,” the 38-year-old says. But Bob doesn’t feel the need for fancy titles at Liberty, anyway. The kitchen isn’t large enough to divide into specific tasks or positions, and Bob usually places his cousin, Richee Boye, in the chef role, preferring to take a back seat unless implementing a new project. “Your skill set shouldn’t be limited to only the things you already know—I expect everyone that works with us to learn something new on a weekly basis,” Bob says. Shielded behind panels of frosted glass, the stamp-sized, small plate-focused Liberty feels like a vortex, drawing you into a world apart from the cacophony of the nearby Tamiami Trail. Inside, your name is chalked on a placard at your table, and no two dining experiences look the same. The menu is presented like a bingo card. Squares with names of dishes are divided into rows, the top containing the lightest fare, leading down to heavier mains and then rounding out the bottom with dessert— the highlight of which is Bob’s signature medium-rare chocolate chip cookies (the seemingly impossible gooey-not-raw morsels result from Bob’s scientific precision, with ingredients measured down to the gram and temperatures considered at every turn).
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with beef broth-caramelized onions, gravy and melted gruyère
world of innovative cuisine. Things are rarely as they seem at Liberty. Bob’s standout 50-layer potato sees him transforming the dish into a deconstructed French onion soup,
Stepping into Bob Boye’s 24-seat Liberty restaurant in Fort Myers is like entering a vortex—one that whisks you from the cacophony of the nearby Tamiami Trail and into a
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Luminaire Foto/Karl Rouwhorst (3), Vanessa Rogers (3)
Plates, intended to be shared, stream two to four at a time from
plates and every step directed entirely by the kitchen. But that’s
the kitchen as they’re fired—two-bite pineapple and mojo pork
not how Bob does it. He didn’t want to tack on a $300-person
tacos; pistou-laden duck confit; and ribeye cap pintxos (a Basque
price tag, so instead, he designed a more approachable à la carte
spin on bar snacks).
menu. Whereas some restaurants present haute elements such
While he initially called Liberty a “culinary workshop” when
as caviar and A5 Japanese Wagyu beef simply on a plate like a
he opened three years ago, Bob has since scratched that descrip-
pedestal, Bob focuses on elevating his food in other ways. He
tion, since diners often confused Liberty as a place for cooking
enhances dishes and transforms ingredients through pickling
classes. Instead, Bob’s idea of a ‘workshop’ was a restaurant with
and preserving, confiting and salt-curing, layering plates through
a team that progressively innovates with ideas and presenta-
unexpected textures and flavors, and weaving in leftover braising
tions. The title may have changed—he now calls it an “alternative
liquid or lesser-wanted cuts so nothing goes to waste.
American restaurant”—but the idea hasn’t.
Everything should be open to change, Bob thinks, so his
When the Fort Myers native opened Liberty, his first inde-
dishes evolve over time. His signature 50-layer potato has been
pendent restaurant, in September 2019, his vision was to create
“50 different things,” he says, but he thinks he may have found
a small, intimate space in a less-expensive side of town with low
its final expression: a seared block of potato pave, crispy on all
overhead. He wanted somewhere that didn’t need to be open
sides and finished with beef broth-caramelized onions and gravy
every day, where diners didn’t care if it was in a splashy building
and a creamy layer of melted gruyère cheese on top, so it has all
or at a large intersection—the focus would be on the food. “We
the looks and fixings of a French onion soup. In the past, Bob
didn’t set out with a giant budget to create a culinary theater
experimented with roasted garlic aioli and truffle crème fraîche
or masterpiece,” he explains. The extent of renovation to the
in the dish, but this time around, he focused on the onions and
unit that once housed Mad Fresh Bistro entailed adding some
which type would best express his idea of a deconstructed French
furniture and a splash of paint on the walls.
onion soup. He started with caramelized red onions and added
It would seem natural for a restaurant of Liberty’s size and
beef broth to deepen the flavor. The color wasn’t quite right, so
disposition to focus on a tasting-menu format, where chefs
he tried yellow onions the next week, but their high moisture
flaunt their skills, like a theatrical play, with a series of small
made the onions soggy when caramelized. The third time was the
Bob’s culinary ethos revolves around rethinking expected ideas around food and delighting guests with every bite. On the menu, you might find a Parisian gnocchi, which has been on the menu since day one but is constantly evolving, or teriyaki cauliflower with black garlic that’s aged in-house for 45 days to add depth and richness to the sauce. Every ingredient, technique and garnish is intentional. “The goal is not to simply innovate for innovation’s sake,” the chef says.
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The Bob of 20 years ago wouldn’t recognize the Bob now. As a student at the University of South Florida (“I studied marketing, business administration, psychology—I bounced all over,” Bob says), he bartended at party spots where gummy bear shots and flaming cocktails were standard, and his personal diet was devoid of culinary flare. “I was a plain Jane, steak-and-potatoes kind of guy—the opposite of a person who would go and dine at a place like Liberty,” he says. Training as a bartender at the now-shuttered Cru in South Fort Myers in early 2010, he gravitated toward cooking, watching how plates were assembled, and slowly moved into preparing simple items, like flatbreads. In six months, he became a line cook, and by 2015, Bob was the chef-owner. He didn’t have any formal culinary training to reference as he navigated his way up the ranks of the restaurant world. Instead, Bob learned from esteemed chefs he worked alongside at Cru, by eating his way around town and visiting restaurants and wine regions across the country. He day-tripped to Tampa, Orlando and Miami; ventured to Chicago to sample the restaurants and bars in the Michelin-earning Alinea Group; consumed every morsel of knowledge Jordan Kahn at the two-Michelin-starred Vespertine generously shared on a visit to Culver City, CA; and traveled to New York to dine at lauded Eleven Madison Park. In 2013, Bob visited Oregon’s wine country to attend a pinot noir camp hosted by 50 wineries in the Willamette Valley. Winemakers acted as camp counselors, leading the group through wineries,
Vanessa Rogers (1, left)
this dish needs to be changed again,” he adds.
obscure pours for adventurous oenophiles. “They’re not meant to be exact wine pairings, just fun accompaniments,” he says.
which Bob calls the perfect finish. “It’ll be hard to convince me
around visiting acclaimed restaurants, where he gathers inspiration. Liberty’s wine program is equally methodical, with an emphasis on fun pairings, older bottles and
accompanied the potato dish for nearly two years—for cheese,
Not having gone to culinary school, Bob learned on the job and through food adventures to Michelin-starred institutions. Even today, most of his travels revolve
charm: Bob used sweet onions and swapped out the aioli—which
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vineyards, and tastings—some of them blind, masking the labels
of a classic dish like beef tartare—which has been on the menu
of the bottles so everyone had to guess which pinots were grown
since opening—by garnishing it with a black lava salt from Cyprus
in which soil. Bob’s answers were often correct, even though he
and aioli from rendered bone marrow. “The goal is not to simply
was only three years into his culinary career. He had a knack
innovate for innovation’s sake,” he says, explaining how some of
for the finer points of dining and wining. (Unsurprisingly, Lib-
the signature items can be finessed or freshened depending on
erty benefits from a stellar wine list, filled with lesser-known
the season, availability and how long they’ve been on the menu.
yet accomplished producers.) Bob still plans vacations around
In December, Liberty started serving a hearty shaved celery
restaurant reservations, looking for inspiration from spots
root lasagna shareable by the heaping forkful. But after the second
like two Michelin-starred Scandinavian tasting-menu Aska in
week, his cousin and right-hand chef, Richee, said: “It’s probably
Brooklyn. “It looks like an apartment transformed into a restau-
time.” They use this phrase often at Liberty, when a dish has run
rant at the base of the Williamsburg Bridge and isn’t what most
its course or needs some tweaking. The same week, due to diners’
Michelin spots are like these days,” he says. “It was reasonably
demand, they made another batch of lasagna, so it really wasn’t
priced with no French or Asian fusion.”
time—yet. They retired it for spring and summer, but Bob thinks
Bob readily draws inspiration and ideas from his culinary
he’ll bring it back later this year.
capers. At Alinea, he had a scallop dish that was dehydrated
Bob hopes his menu can inspire other local restaurants to step
and rolled into a paper-thin cylinder. He used that concept as
out of the box and experiment in their own way. In the early days
a jumping-off point for his scallop chip sprinkled with black
of his culinary journey, Bob would often sit at a local bar with a
and white sesame seeds. This is just like Bob: He’s constantly
cookbook and read, eat, and drink wine—his method of soaking up
puzzle-piecing recipes to give diners the best of him. He confers
inspiration. Now, chefs from around Southwest Florida turn out
with his team daily, and the menu rotates as often as he feels nec-
regularly to absorb his provisions. Since season ended after Easter,
essary. The adjustments are often so slight, diners can’t pinpoint
he’s seen a fellow chef at his counter almost nightly. “The fact that
the change. He might tweak the “fancy mustard” (roasted garlic,
we were on people’s radar, that we were a place chefs wanted to
honey, Dijon, olive oil) so it becomes a Savora mustard (vinegar,
go to [when they have time off ], that’s the biggest compliment I
cinnamon, nutmeg and other aromatics) or change up an element
could ask for,” Bob says.
The behind-the-scenes view of the chefs at work is as much of a draw as the forward-thinking dishes at Liberty, thanks to the open kitchen, 10 front-row counter seats, and a small, open layout where everyone gets a view of the action. Bob’s cousin, Richee Boye (above), is often at the helm as lead chef.
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BIG FISH Helena Tankosic
I N S O U T H W E S T F L O R I DA’ S U N DERGROU N D MUSIC SCEN E , YO U N G A R T I S T S F O S T E R S PA C E S F O R I N N O VA T I O N A N D E X P R E S S I O N . B Y A N G E L A PA G E
It takes a village to cultivate and maintain a thriving music scene. Nice Guys Beer & Pizza Lounge owners Jovana Batkovic and Greg Gebhard have long opened their doors to diverse groups. Producers, such as Peter “Pete Rango” Arango (right), bring the tunes to life behind the scenes. Previous spread: Roxx Barrios leads
Nothing compares to performing live. As we’re setting up drums
and formed her electrifying band, Roxx Revolt and The Velvets, in
and plugging in amps at our home venue, Ollie’s Pub Records
2018. We met when I was working as a stage manager for a Creative
and Beer in Cape Coral, each member of my thrash punk band,
Minds Records competition at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
Except You, feels it: a pulse of vitality surging through us like
in Fort Myers, where her band was one of the contestants. Her
electricity as we surrender to the power of the stage.
stage presence is captivating, with powerful, punchy vocals and
We play to a packed house, and the crowd matches our energy.
an androgynous, glam-punk style—complete with studded jackets
Young and old, dressed in spiked vests and band tees or san-
and shiny mesh tops. With current members Jake Shockley, Dan
dals and baseball caps, they come to hear new riffs and sounds
Heath and Chris Campo, the band has leveled up from local shows
emerging from this gritty underworld and to experience the
to opening for touring acts like viral heavy metal parody band
raw, sweaty pleasures of the audience. Some enjoy the music
Mac Sabbath. Roxx Revolt also headlines regional tours, and they
safely from the outskirts, while others slam into each other as
recently released their first full-length album, Turn Your Head
they headbang to the beat. Weekend after weekend, the scene
This Way, on SSK Records—which has represented Phil Collins,
comes together like a diverse, very frenetic family.
Snoop Dogg and Electric Light Orchestra— this year.
“It’s like an ecosystem,” Roxx Barrios says. The Venezuelan
Roxx sees the support from the local music community as
singer immigrated to the United States to Naples eight years ago
crucial to her band’s success—and it’s worth noting that they
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Anna Nguyen, Sway International
glam-rock band Roxx Revolt and The Velvets.
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Naples-based Roxx Revolt and The Velvets (above and below) is on an upward trajectory after releasing their first full-length album, Turn Your Head This Way, this year. R&B duo Billie Rose (right) collaborates with other
Helena Tankosic (2), Sway International (5)
musicians for rehearsals and performances.
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Fort Myers’ arts collective Gulf Coast Leisure hosts shows that double as networking events for creatives of all stripes at Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center. Past performers include Ashley “A$H” Hernandez (right) and singer Mila Alban (below), who blends English and Spanish lyrics into dreamy melodies.
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A New York City transplant, rapper André DeSaint hosts Trap Caviar events at Nice Guys to foster a stronger hip-hop scene locally. “It took a perspective shift to realize either I am going to complain about the
Sway International
lack of a music community, or I’m gonna create it,” he says.
are still laying the framework for a fruitful career. It’s a rare
DeSaint’s projects. Recently, he and newcomer Rios, who
success story in an industry where the more common trajectory
cleverly modernizes classic hip-hop sampling, helped produce
includes long nights, day jobs, no sleep, little money, sacrifice
Count the Bodies, André’s 2023 release with another NYC trans-
and rejection. But there’s also camaraderie: The underground
plant, rapper Hellz OWN.
music scene is a collection of symbiotic parts, with musicians,
Over the last decade, André has made a name for himself
venues, promoters, visual artists and audiences fostering a
with his New York sound, inspired by GOATs like Nas and
breeding ground for originality and innovation.
Wu-Tang Clan. After moving to Southwest Florida, André
“It’s three parts, and they’re all equally important: the art-
spent a decade looking for the community he had left up north
ist, the audience and the venue,” says Palace Pub & Wine Bar
as a teen. “It took a perspective shift to realize either I am going
owner Ryan Lay, also known around Cape Coral as producer
to complain about the lack of a music community, or I’m gonna
Ryan Layzer. “You can have two of the three—an artist and a
create it,” he says. Now, André curates music events, such as
venue—but nobody there to consume the art.” Known for his
the DJ-centric Trap Caviar, which he launched six years ago
lo-fi approach, Ryan has worked as a producer or consultant on
and hosts periodically at Nice Guys Beer & Pizza Lounge in
nearly all of New York-born, Fort Myers-based rapper André
Cape Coral to showcase the best of classic and new hip-hop. “I
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The underground music community is run by a cast of multihyphenates that spans generations. Mike Cosden has played in bands, including swingin’ rock group Exploding Pages; promoted shows throughout the late ’90s and mid 2000s; and was a part of Hoople House, one of the most infamous regional DIY punk collectives.
realized there’s a market for this,” he says. “I just have to make it and get to those people.” Like André, many local artists bridge the gap between event producer and performer, recognizing the best way to build an audience is to create one. Love Your Rebellion (LYR), the nonprofit I founded to amplify marginalized voices, was instrumental in helping build Except You’s audience. Since 2018, our music events, such as diversity-focused Babefest, have brought national touring acts to local stages. And the network we’ve cultivated through LYR has opened the door for us to record with industry veterans, such as Howard “Merlin” Wulkan at Farmadelica Sound on Pine Island, and to open for international touring bands like Subhumans. Of course, none of it’s possible without venues. Whether a living room, an art center or a restaurant, musicians need places to perform. When Nice Guys opened its original location in 2013, there was a serious lack of venues in Southwest Florida for local feet, owners Greg Gebhard and Jovana Batkovic would close two hours early, take out all the tables and chairs, and charge a $5 cover for each show. “We were trying to do every single show because there was nowhere else for these bands to play,”
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Sway International
bands playing original punk and hip-hop. With only 800 square
“ I k n ow it ’s a ve r y s m a ll m icro cos m of cult u re, but it felt like we were tr ying to produce good ar t l o c a l l y.” — M i k e C o s d e n , E x p l o d i n g P a g e s
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Greg says. “Now there are multiple spots to play and each venue
being a part of Hoople House, one of the most infamous regional
has its purpose. You need smaller venues, like Ollie’s, to bridge
DIY punk collectives.
the gap between the house shows and a bigger venue, like the current Nice Guys location.”
In the early 2000s, a group of Southwest Florida punks rented a house on Hoople Street near downtown Fort Myers to form an
That’s been the case for most memorable music scenes. Like
underground collective of musicians, record labels, sound engi-
the legendary musicians at New York City’s 1973-founded biker
neers and promoters. Local label IFB Records was pumping out
bar-turned-punk club CBGB, we know it’s a boots-on-the-ground
recordings for punk bands and throwing shows in the living room.
feat. “I know it’s a very small microcosm of culture, but it felt
“It spread to almost all of Hoople Street,” Mike recalls. “I rented an
like we were trying to produce good art locally,” musician Mike
apartment down the road with some friends of mine, and we took
Cosden says. Local musicians have been fostering performance
over this apartment building. We had this little street of DIY music
spaces for decades. Mike is grandfathered into the scene for
culture.” While the collective was defunct by 2013, its spirit lives
playing in bands, such as swingin’ rock group Exploding Pages;
on. A two-day, sold-out reunion show at Nice Guys in May featured
promoting shows throughout the late ’90s and mid 2000s; and
some of Hoople’s most beloved bands, including Exploding Pages.
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Local musicians, like A$H (left), Billie Rose (above) and alt-Americana band Exploding Pages (right) often collaborate for dynamic
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performances and blended sounds.
Today, creatives turn to Fort Myers’ arts collective Gulf
often collaborate with solo acts, such as singer Ashley “A$H”
Coast Leisure (GCL), run by Brian Franklin Jr. (known as
Hernandez or Anthony Leto. Formed in 2019 by Bill Suave
BFrank) and Marco Espina—who operates a production
and Delarose, the group emerged out of another collective,
company under the moniker M.Stilo Production. GCL is best
Backhouse Music, which dissolved when former member
known for its monthly Art & Poetry (Networking Event) at
Dominic Fike (known for his role on HBO hit series Euphoria)
Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center, where they connect musi-
signed with Columbia Records. Frontman Daniel Noelizaire
cians, visual artists and writers with the community. “When
(Bill Suave is his stage name) started performing in Naples
we started 11 years ago, there weren’t enough spaces for cre-
when he was 19. “I put my first record out on SoundCloud, and
atives in this area,” Brian says.
I was like, ‘This is what I’m going to do. Music is my thing,’”
Events like those organized by GCL are crucial to a flour-
he recalls. “For the past 10 years, I have been trying to live
ishing creative scene, and many local artists had their first
out this dream. It doesn’t matter about a Grammy. To be sur-
performances on the collective’s stage. R&B group Billie Rose
rounded by musicians all the time, go to recording studios
is a frequent act at the monthly networking event, and they
and everybody knows me—that’s the dream.”
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Perfecting the art of closing the deal.
Karina Borgia-Lacroix is known as “The Real Estate Title Girl”. In addition to being a title, closing and escrow agent, Karina has been a real estate expert, consultant, title agent, investor and educator for over 22 years. Recognized among the 100 Women to Know in America, USA’s Title Expert of the Year and USA’s Title Innovator Award, Karina was also named a Real Estate Women of Influence in America, the KNOW book of women in SWFL, and a 40 under 40 by Gulfshore Business.
11920 Fairway Lakes Drive, Suite 1, Fort Myers, FL 33913 | (239) 768-0144 | www.AmericanRealTitle.com
TATIANA BRITZ Entrepreneur / Philanthropist
Elevating beauty, empowering women, supporting community.
Introducing Tatiana Britz: A Moldova-born entrepreneur who launched the successful boutique business TB lashes.brows.beauty in Naples. Passionate about women’s empowerment, she serves on the Board of Project Outreach and the Committee for Women Rock Philanthropy. Tatiana’s upcoming jewelry collection showcases her love for beauty, bringing exclusive designs to Naples. Her journey is a testament to ambition and vision, inspiring others to follow their dreams.
3370 Pine Ridge Road Suite 2, Naples 34109 | (305) 304-7504 | wwwTatianaBritz.com
DR. DIANE BRZEZINSKI Internal Medicine Specialist
A Doctor for your whole-body health care.
A specialist in internal medicine, Dr. Diane Brzezinski has been practicing in Naples for over 20 years, helping patients take ownership of their health through education and healthy lifestyle. Dr. Brzezinski is lauded as one of the most highly experienced and trusted providers of diVa™ Laser Vaginal Therapy in the country. And countless men and women across Florida have had their lives changed through bio-identical hormone replacement therapy with Dr. Brzezinski’s guidance and care.
1250 Pine Ridge Rd #101A, Naples, FL 34108 | (239) 261-9990 | www.drbnaples.com
EMILY K. BUA & TADE BUA-BELL Members of the Exclusive Christie’s Master Circle
Experience counts. Expertise sells for more. Let us show you what we can do.
Emily and Tade Bua continue to be the #1 Mother-Daughter team in SWFL since 2007, by combining exemplary service with phenomenal knowledge. Their secret is endless passion, determination and hard work combined with unrivaled backgrounds as regional and sales office managers in the Luxury Real Estate market. They constantly adapt to the changing real estate environment with tools to help their customers achieve their goals and are proud to support local charities from every transaction.
Emily (239) 659-6115 | Tade (239) 595-0097 | buabellsellsnaples.com | buabellgroup@johnrwood.com
JAMIE CARUSO Entrepreneur
My Commitment to Excellence in Life, Business, and Behind the Chair is a True Reflection of How Quality Transcends.
Jamie Caruso, an esteemed entrepreneur and visionary owner of Salon Lusso, leads the way in the salon industry. With extensive training at the prestigious Vidal Sassoon Academy and renowned Wella Studios, Jamie’s mastery of color techniques and commitment to exceptional results bring luxury and innovation to every client. Ensuring an unforgettable experience, Salon Lusso goes beyond expectations, leaving clients feeling fabulous. Jamie’s dedication extends to educating and mentoring beauty professionals, helping them reach their peak potential while delivering the best luxury services to clients.
1191 1st Ave S., Naples, FL 34102 | (239) 777-6275 | www.SalonLussoNaples.com
IRINA CHEVA Founder
Easy, Breezy and a Fabulous Life with Permanent Makeup!
What is the easiest way to make yourself look younger with virtually no downtime? Uplift your looks and open up your eyes with Permanent Makeup solutions. With today’s latest technologies and skillful hands, you can achieve fluffy natural looking eyebrows and an enhanced rich shaded eyelash line that nobody will ever guess something was done. This simple and safe procedure not only will enhance your active lifestyle but also will boost your self-esteem. BeautyDermaPro uses natural and organic products founded on the latest industry research and technology.
2950 Tamiami Trl N. Unit 5 Studio 6, Naples, FL 34103 | (239) 877-1388 | BeautyDermaPro.com
CHRISTIN COLLINS Interconnected Wellbeing Advocate | Global Thought Leader | Health & Wellness Executive | Author | Philanthropist | Purpose Practitioner
Fearlessly challenge the status quo to unlock a world of possibilities for personal growth.
As a certified holistic coach, author and national speaker, Christin has helped thousands connect with their purpose and discover ultimate joy. “Christin’s holistic coaching has been a life-altering experience. She helped me understand the transformative power of gratitude, self-love, and the heart-brain connection. This knowledge has enabled me to foster more meaningful relationships with others. Thanks to Christin, I can say that I am now a healthier, happier, and more authentic version of myself.” - Gail Lamarche
2031 Jackson St., Suite 130, Fort Myers, Fl 33901 | www.christincollins.com | christin@christincollins.com
BATYA COMUNALE CEO & Founder Of Social Connect LLC
It’s not the social media that’s working, it’s what we are doing to make it work.
Batya believes power lies in knowledge, generosity leads to networking, and no legacy is as rich as honesty. Her energy and sincerity are felt in every greeting and during every speech. This mother of four has overcome her struggles to live the life she always dreamed of. The same resiliency that allows her to keep thriving also motivates others. Batya’s resume includes being honored as one of Southwest Florida’s most prominent people. She is a national speaker, donator, community supporter, influencer—and stand-up woman.
(239) 601-4340 | linkedin.com/in/batyacomunalem | Info@GoBatya.com
KRISTEN COURY Founder and Producing Artistic Director
When you’re challenged to climb a hill, the best thing to do is put your head down and keep going. You will eventually reach the summit.
A resilient leader adapts to change and capitalizes on opportunities. Thanks to Kristen’s resilience, decisive action, and ability to face more than one major challenge and expand and grow, Gulfshore Playhouse is becoming an icon of the arts in Naples. Through expert practice of manifesting: bringing things to life through believing and visualizing, along with relentless passion, the region’s newest landmark is springing from the ground in downtown Naples.
755 8th Avenue, South Naples, FL 34102 | (239) 261-7529 | www.GulfshorePlayhouse.org
ERICA CURRENT Owner/Founder
My passion for anti-aging skincare creates trust as an advisor for those seeking to enhance their natural beauty and restore their youthful glow.
Erica Current, a licensed medical aesthetician and passionate advocate for anti-aging skincare, is dedicated to helping individuals achieve youthful and vibrant skin. Erica is an active board member of Project Outreach and is deeply involved in the community. She is committed to making a positive impact and prioritizing the needs of others. Erica provides her clients with personalized treatments and effective solutions to combat the signs of aging, ensuring that clients achieve remarkable results.
7935 Airport-Pulling Rd Suite #208, Naples, FL 34109 | (239) 826-6094 | www.TheSkinRoom.com
CATHY DAHL DO, FACOG
In healthcare, it is critical to have the best training and the right skills, but it is also important to meet the patient where she is and to make sure she is comfortable and confident in the chosen treatment.
Dr. Cathy Dahl is subspecialized in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery and offers patients the latest surgical and nonsurgical techniques in urogynecology and pelvic surgery, including daVinci robotics, through the Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery Center at Premier Women’s Care of Southwest Florida. A former nurse, Dr. Dahl combines an excellent bedside manner with advanced surgical skills from years of not only performing pelvic floor surgeries but also coaching other physicians on robotics and other advanced techniques.
Fort Myers - Park Royal | Fort Myers - The Forum | Cape Coral | (239) 432-5858 | www.pwcswfl.com
BLAIR DELONGY SANCHEZ Vice President
I believe relationships, not sales, are how you grow a sustainable business.
Wife, mother of two preschoolers, and Vice President of the John Craig Clothier family of upscale men’s stores, Blair DeLongy Sanchez is the leading lady in an industry dominated by men. A native of Winter Park where her father founded John Craig in 1996, Blair graduated from Rollins College before moving to Naples in 2007. She has served on the Board of Directors for MR Magazine and is Fashion Director of the widely acclaimed, John Craig Magazine.
Third Street South - Waterside Shops - Winter Park - Jupiter - Ocala - Ponte Vedra Beach | ( 239) 434-2115 | www.JohnCraigClothier.com
MEGAN DIPIERO Visionary Business Coach, Serial Entrepreneur
Make money that matters.
As the leading business educator for professional photographers, Megan has inspired thousands of women around the world to become thriving breadwinners. She’s a bestselling author and influencer currently filming her sixth workshop, Irreplaceable: How to AI-Proof Your Business. Never content to coast, Megan’s passion is growing brands, including her own enterprises: Megan DiPiero Photography, innovative print lab FrameSuite, marketing company Liftoff Leads, and the upcoming international Business of Photography Conference.
(239) 898-4112 | www.MeganDiPieroCoaching.com | www.MeganDiPieroPhotography.com
SHIRLENE ELKINS Certified International Property Specialist
Building Relationships, Lifestyles and Memories. Let me help you navigate your real estate needs.
Choosing a realtor to help buy or sell is one of the most important decisions you can make in your private life. Interview and invest due diligence with the best of the best agents. Shirlene is a longtime resident in Bay Colony at the Strand, and she is no stranger to Naples. Shirlene is more than a realtor; she is an insider of everything to know about in real estate. Buying or selling? Hire Shirlene, she has her finger on the pulse of what your home is worth. If you are in the market to buy, she will inform you of valuable active properties.
3255 Tamiami Trail N., Naples FL 34103 | (239) 777-9574 | www.TopRealtorInNaples.com | Shirlene@johnrwood.com
LORI FOWLER, P.A. Luxury Property Specialist
Experience is key. Service Counts. Contribution is my life’s purpose.
As a dedicated Luxury Property Specialist, Lori is ranked among the top 1% of US Agents and RealTrends ranks her 346 in the state for residential sales volume. As the top producing agent in the Fifth Avenue office, she contributes to scholarships and as a founding member of the Women Lifting Women Initiative, supports women and girls through the Women’s Foundation of Collier County.
550 5th. Ave. S Naples, FL 34102 | (239) 877-3800 | www.LoriFowlerNaplesLuxury.com
NADINE GLATLEY President
We prioritize quality of life and dependable, affordable home care. Providing each client with the essential care needed to maintain an independent lifestyle.
People create a lifetime of memories in their homes and maintaining independence is important for many. Rent a Daughter understands the challenges of senior home care and makes it easy by providing a wide range of services and high-quality caregivers. They strive to provide continuity and consistency to the families they provide care for. Nadine Glatley founded Rent A Daughter Senior Care over twenty years ago and has over 125 employees servicing Southwest Florida communities.
1460 Golden Gate Parkway Ste 103 Naples FL 34105 | (239) 920-3689 | www.RentADaughter.org
LINDA GOLDFIELD CEO
Committed to the journey of abused and neglected children and teens in Southwest Florida, my mission at Youth Haven is to provide them with Home, Hope, and Healing.
Linda Goldfield, the visionary CEO of Youth Haven, brings over 20 years of non-profit expertise to her mission of transforming the lives of abused and neglected children and teens. Through exceptional leadership, Linda has cultivated a therapeutic campus that empowers young hearts and minds, enabling them to overcome trauma and forge a brighter future. With her passion, advocacy, and unwavering dedication, Linda stands as a true champion for the youth in our community.
5867 Whitaker Road, Naples, Florida 34112 | (239) 774-2904 | www.YouthHavenSWFL.org
LISA GREEN Founder/Designer
With an emphasis on functionality, I seek to bring harmony, balance and joy into all living spaces.
Gaining notoriety along the Gulf Shore for bringing her clients style to life, Lisa has quickly established herself as one of the Paradise Coast’s most sought after interior designers. A successful businesswoman for over 30 years, her success can be attributed to her continuous fostering of client relationships built upon trust. Her outstanding rapport with her clients has awarded her projects up and down the Gulf Coast and across the United States.
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INTERIORS By Lisa Green
9240 Bonita Beach Rd. SE,Suite 2209, Bonita Springs, FL 34135 | (239) 319-1324 | www.LGInteriorDesign.com
TERI HANSEN, APR Founder, President & Chief Creative Officer
Be a person of significance. Focus on using your gifts to make a difference, and success will naturally follow.
As the founder of Priority Marketing, Teri Hansen has spent 40 years accomplishing significant results for businesses and organizations across Southwest Florida and beyond. In 1992 she launched Priority Marketing, and today, her team of 56 award-winning marketing and public relations professionals work in synergy with community partners to achieve the greatest impact possible – including more than $100 million raised for worthy causes. The firm’s strategic, community-oriented approach puts them at the forefront of the marketing industry.
12140 Carissa Commerce Court, Suite 201, Fort Myers, FL 33966 | (239) 267-2638 | PriorityMarketing.com
CARRIE HATHORNE Interior Designer
Turn every house into a home.
Carrie Hathorne is the CEO and Principal Interior Designer of Prime Design Interiors. She was born and raised in NW Indiana where she was first introduced to home design. The daughter of a skilled carpenter and contractor, Carrie developed an eye for design at an early age. After college, Carrie moved to Chicago with her husband, Bob. They both moved to SW Florida in 2020, and since then, Carrie has taken her design career to new heights. She has received many accolades and has been featured in several interior design magazines, including Architectural Digest.
(219) 545-8287 | carrie.primedesign@gmail.com | www.PrimeDesignInteriors.com
EMILY JAMES Artist
I didn’t decide to become an artist, I was born an artist.
Emily James and her artwork are treasured by Neapolitans and collectors nationally and internationally. Born in Florida, Emily has a unique perspective on the world which translates to her canvas. Whether it be the Botanical Garden, sun drenched beaches or taking a stroll down 5th Avenue, Emily takes in the natural beauty and produces amazing paintings. You can find Emily painting in her gallery almost every day. Please stop in to say “Hello” and view her amazing collection of artworks.
720 5th Avenue S., #111, Naples, FL 34102 | (239) 529-6001FC | www.EmilyJamesArt.com
JENNIFER JOHNSON Owner
Build a business that is a true extension of yourself and have the life you have always dreamed of.
Jennifer is a multifaceted entrepreneur while also being actively involved in her community. She owns True Fashionistas (Florida’s largest lifestyle resale store), Cooies Cookies, Pink Farmhouse (online store), and The Fashionista Life, which encompasses her podcast, blog, motivational speaking, and coaching business for women entrepreneurs. Jennifer is an inspiration to other women business owners as she shows that it is possible to be successful in business while also making a difference and giving back to her community.
2355 Vanderbilt Beach Road Suite 104 Naples, FL 34109 | (239) 596-5044 | www.TrueFashionistas.com
STEPHANIE JONAS Owner and CEO
Just a girl who decided to go for it.
From a young age Stephanie Jonas knew that she was destined for something great, and would have to pave her own path in order to get there. After numerous business ventures, Stephanie established Maverick The Collection™ in 2018. Over the years her business evolved from a Direct Sales model with over 400 stylists representing her brand, to now a brick and mortar boutique in the Shoppes at Vanderbilt. She plans within the next few years to expand and grow even more to offer franchise opportunities.
2367 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Suite 814 Naples, FL 34109 | @maverick_thecollection | Maverickthecollection.com
LISA KAHN CEO, Founder and Chief Design Officer
Creating peace around us inspires peace within us.
In Lisa’s world, interior design transcends mere aesthetics—it is an opportunity to create spaces that nurture us and enable mindful living. Lisa Kahn Designs views their work as the creation of sanctuaries, drawing on the profound connection between the human spirit and the built environment. Through their work, by instilling beauty and harmony into their external world, they strive to bring peace and purpose to people’s lives.
1148 Goodlette-Frank Road, Naples, Florida 34102 | (239) 261-2414 | www.LisaKahnDesigns.com
JENNIFER KALLSTROM Owner and Founder
Trends come and go but class will never go out of style - nor will staying true to yourself and what you believe in.
As owner of Love, Celine Boutique, Jennifer makes it her mission to uplift and inspire women through self-expression and fashion. She hand picks pieces that cater to ones unique style, with undertones of her chic and sophisticated tastes. Jennifer sets out to clothe women in confidence to do anything they set their mind to. You can shop Love, Celine online and in-store at their new brick-and-mortar in Bonita Springs, FL.
27975 Old 41 Rd. Suite 103, Bonita Springs FL 34135 | contact@shoploveceline.com | www.shoploveceline.com
RACHEL KELLER Founder
With my expertise and dedication, you can be sure that your wine will be in good hands, whether you’re a private collector or a restauranteur, Carl’s Wine Vault is the perfect place to store your wine.
Rachel Keller is the founder of Carl’s Wine Vault, a premier wine storage facility in Naples, Florida. She is a self-professed wine lover and she is one of the few women in the wine storage industry. Keller is passionate about wine, and she is committed to providing her clients with the best possible service. She understands that wine is a delicate product, and she takes great care to ensure that it is stored in the perfect environment. Their Tesla Powered Battery Pack is the only commercial grade in its industry and can handle whatever mother nature throws at it! With electricity down for three days during Hurricane Ian, Carls Wine Vault never lost power.
11211 E. Tamiami Trail, Naples FL 34113 | (239) 330-5227 | CarlsWineVault.com
LAURA KENDALL COO
We’re in the business of happiness, and it is an incredible honor to be a part of our clients’ most precious moments.
Laura Kendall has redefined elegance in the realm of fine jewelry. With her impeccable taste and unwavering commitment to craftsmanship, Laura and her husband Benji established Yamron Jewelers as a premier Naples destination for discerning clients. Laura’s keen business acumen and passion for timeless beauty has earned her a well-deserved reputation as an expert in the industry of jewelry and fine timepieces.
5555 Tamiami Trail N. #11 Naples, FL 34108 | (239) 592-7707 | www.Yamron.com
KIMBERLY MARINO AND KATIE MINOTT Real Estate Agents
Locally focused on residential, new construction, investment and commercial real estate.
The Kim and Katie Group at John R Wood Christies International Real Estate are a full-service real estate broker team in Naples, Florida. The team consists of real estate professionals who are locally focused on residential, new construction, investment and commercial real estate. Blending Midwest values, comprehensive market knowledge, and a vast network of qualified buyers and sellers, The Kim and Katie Group is here to offer you first-class service, professional advice and a personal commitment to work hard for you.
9130 Corsea Del Fontana Way, Naples, Florida 34109 | (239) 449-2705 | wwww.KimAndKatie.com
DR. CAROLYN LANGFORD Urologic Surgeon
Improving your quality of life by using the latest advances in pelvic health.
Dr. Carolyn Langford, a highly skilled female urologist, is dedicated to enhancing women’s quality of life through state-of-the-art technology. She holds the distinction of being the pioneer in Florida for establishing a renowned Center of Excellence specializing in Axonics Sacral Neuromodulation Therapy. Recognized as a prominent surgeon and instructor across the country, she excels in delivering transformative care for bladder and bowel incontinence. With a wide range of advanced treatments, Dr. Langford brings significant improvements to the lives of women experiencing incontinence, prolapse, and pelvic floor disorders. Urologic Solutions
9400 Gladiolus Drive, Suite 30, Fort Myers, Florida, 33908 | (239) 221-0992 | www.DrCarolynLangford.com Florida’s Top Continence Center
CRISTINA LÉVON Founder
Your one stop shop for moving, we make moves happen.
With a passion for comprehensive skin care, my main focus goes beyond conventional treatments to provide a world-class experience tailored to your unique skincare needs.
Cristina Lévon is a highly recognized professional in medical aesthetics with 15 years of experience. Starting in Europe in 2004, she refined her skills alongside experts in Paris and Rome before opening her first studio in 2009 in her hometown of Austria. Now based in Naples, she offers a comprehensive range of medical treatments, staying up to date with industry trends through ongoing education. Cristina’s focus is on enhancing your natural beauty and rejuvenating skin with personalized care. Join Cristina Lévon Aesthetics for expert guidance on a transformative journey to radiant confidence.
1250 Tamiami Trail, N Suite 208, Naples, FL 34102 | (239) 919-7059 | www.CristinaLevon.com
LIQUIVIDA WELLNESS CENTER NAPLES
Find your strength through wellness.
Liquivida® Naples is a full-service wellness center that offers age management and medical spa services. They help their customers to replenish, rehydrate, and revitalize through vitamin IV therapy, medical aesthetics, sexual wellness, and innovative weight loss solutions. They are proud to be a female-led, owned, and operated organization — and they strongly believe in catering to every lifestyle by making proactive health affordable. They are the one-stop-shop for all of your health, wellness, and anti-aging needs.
9655 Tamiami Trail N., Unit 102, Naples, FL 34108 | (239) 422-6410 | www.Liquivida.com/Naples
DR. CHERYL L. MALICK, DMD Dentist/Owner
Smile Often, Laugh A Lot, Live Longer.
Dr. Cheryl Malick, celebrates 20 years of serving our community at Dental Excellence, her privately-owned, state-of-the-art office. Dr. Malick is an honors graduate of the University of Florida Department of Biomedical Engineering and the University of Florida College of Dentistry. Dr. Malick sincerely thanks the Naples community, her family, and her patients for their continued support and patronage during the past 20 years and looks to continue to fulfill her vision of providing Dental Excellence to the Naples area.
7955 Airport-Pulling Road, North, Suite 201, Naples, FL 34109 | (239) 596-3434 | www.NaplesDentalExcellence.com
EVIANA MARTIN Partner/ Attorney/ Client Advocate
It is my job to guide the client towards a more beneficial and financially practical solution to their legal problem.
Eviana Martin is the co-founder of the Martin Law Firm. P.L. As an accomplished and award-winning advocate, Eviana has practiced law in our local community for the past fifteen years. Born and raised in Latvia, Eviana always has a broad and diverse perspective on life and leadership. The law firm focuses on areas of Personal Injury and Accidents, Family Law and Divorce, Estate Planning and Probate, Bankruptcy Law, Civil Litigation.
Naples - Fort Myers - Cape Coral - Tampa | (239) 443-1094 | www.MartinLawFirm.com
LUARA MÁXIMO Owner
Forever Fiore is a curation of all things that have and continue to inspire me everyday… And now I share with the world.
As a first-generation Brazilian-American, the intersection of culture and hybridization of concepts is in her very DNA. Forever Fiore is the embodiment of her soul — an ethos unto itself, equal parts an expression of artistic passion and a crossroads of human connection. And now, with twenty-eight years of observation and absorption at her beckoning, she has brought to Naples a truly remarkable business concept: embracing the value of traditional restaurants with contemporary finesse, as a place to restore the mind, body, and spirit, while simultaneously challenging the very nature of luxury and transforming it from exclusive caché to everyday celebration.
970 5th Ave N, Naples 34102 | (844) 640-0330 | www.Foreverfiorefloral.com
DR. KIRAN GILL AND DR. NADIA KAZIM Board Certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
The Naples Aesthetic Institute, a premier boutique plastic surgery practice and Skin Spa in Southwest Florida, offers both surgical and non-surgical options including face, breast and body rejuvenation procedures and spa treatments. As female physicians and plastic surgeons, Dr. Kiran Gill and Dr. Nadia Kazim have the sensibility and keen understanding of their patients’ needs and cosmetic goals. They are dedicated to providing best in class services to patients who seek a combination of customized treatment, caring teamwork, and exquisite, natural results.
6610 Willow Park Drive, Ste 104 Naples, FL 34109 | (239) 596-8000 | www.NaplesAestheticInstitute.com
FRANCESCA NERI Owner
Simply my mom in the kitchen
Their story begins 15 years ago, when the family moved to Naples, Florida. Their great success comes with the opening of Molto Trattoria, serving fresh, intimate and truly authentic Italian cuisine. They have managed to bring America the flavors of true Italian cuisine and the concept of “homemade”. Their dishes allowed them to earn the trust of a loyal clientele and to open Casa Neri, a gourmet restaurant that enhances the Italian tradition. Their chefs offer dishes in which the quality of the ingredients and aesthetics come together to give life to a taste experience.
382 5th Ave S, Naples, FL 34102 | (239) 963-9060 | www.CasaNeriNaples.com
APRILE OSBORNE Co-founder
Sales is my superpower, and the results are legendary!
The co-founder of Call it Closed®, Aprile is the exclusive agent for an extensive network of high-net-worth clients and investors in Naples, Marco Island and Bonita Springs. She is a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist and Million Dollar Guild Designee with more than 20 years of experience. Additionally, she is a passionate advocate for children and families. She and her husband Chad created The Safe House, a ministry that supports people in need including victims of Hurricane Ian. For legendary results, visit AprileOsborne.com.
4851 Tamiami Trail N. Suite 200, Naples, FL 34103 | (239) 220-8607 | www.AprileOsborne.com
NOEMI Y. PEREZ President and CEO
Education is the ultimate equalizer, and I am honored to use my voice to advocate on behalf of Immokalee’s youth. As a proud native of Immokalee, I am the students I support.
Noemi Y. Perez has been a part of The Immokalee Foundation for over 15 years and has served as President and CEO for five years. Her passion for the students of Immokalee is matched only by her commitment to equal access to education. By removing obstacles and leveling the educational playing field, The Immokalee Foundation and its innovation-rich history continue to prove that many of Southwest Florida’s most powerful pathways to success begin in Immokalee.
2375 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 308, Naples, FL 34103 | (239) 430-9122 | ImmokaleeFoundation.org
KRISTINA GEAR
OLGA PLACERES
Managing Director
President/CFO
Surpassing Expectations, Crafting Unforgettable Journeys.
Introducing Olga and Kristina, the dynamic mother-daughter duo making waves in the travel industry. Their full-service, luxury travel agency, Preferred Travel of Naples, has expanded to four locations. With their discerning eye for detail, unwavering commitment to excellence and passion for wanderlust, they have curated a team of over 70 talented individuals who share their visionary spirit. From lavish vacations to bespoke itineraries, this dynamic duo and their team bring clients’ travel dreams to life, creating unforgettable experiences filled with unparalleled cherished memories.
5801 Pelican Bay Blvd. #205, Naples, FL 34108 | (239) 261-1177 | www.PreferredNaples.com
MEGAN ROSE CEO
Everyone should have someone to call when life gets hard.
As a child, Megan saw the power of community as church volunteers rallied around her family in their time of need. Now, she’s on a mission to pay it forward at Better Together, keeping children safe and reminding parents of their worth. Better Together welcomes children into their homes and helps parents get back on track. Ending the foster care crisis takes all of us—Megan’s family has hosted over 20 children. We are stronger together.
better together A Dignified Path to Strong Families & Jobs
15275 Collier Boulevard, Suite 201-284,Naples, FL 34119 | (239) 470-2733 | www.BetterTogetherUS.org
CATHY ROGERS Global Advisor, CLHMS, CRS, GRI, SRES, ABR, CDPE
Selling extraordinary properties to discriminating buyers.
Real Estate is Cathy Rogers’s passion! For over 18 years Cathy has been helping people find their “piece of paradise” in Southwest Florida. Nothing makes her happier than to see a smile on her clients’ faces whether it’s a purchase or sale! Passion, Perseverance, hard work, trust, knowledge of the market, and genuinely caring about her client’s needs, are qualities that have helped her to close over a half billion in sales in over 18 years!
760 North Collier Blvd. Suite 101 | (239) 642-2222 | MarcoAreaExpert.com
JACQUELINE ROCHONCHOU & ASHLEY ANDERSON Owners
Love your skin.
To be a visionary you have to be all in, all of the time. The purpose as a practice is to deliver your goals and expectations in a clean, safe, friendly environment. As they continue to live in that purpose, Ashley and Jacqueline’s success has followed. What sets Skin Deep Naples apart is their culture, and their highly trained team. As they see your vision, they help cultivate it, as the best women visionaries share that super power. To help those love the skin they’re in has always been their passion. Both women are blessed to do what they love every day.
3363 Tamiami Trail N,Naples, FL 34103 | (239) 260-5060 | www.skindeepnaples.com
TERRI SOUTOR Owner
Immoderately obsess over the client experience.
Terri Soutor is a 20+ year business leader in the K-12 education technology industry who “retired” from corporate life to bring FACE FOUNDRIÉ to Southwest Florida in 2022. FACE FOUNDRIÉ is a focused facial bar that provides affordable, approachable and accessible skincare in a modern environment. Terri is opening her second location in Estero this fall at the Coconut Point Mall and plans to open more locations in SW Florida.
121 8th Street South, Naples, FL 34102 | (239) 777-2013 | www.FaceFoundrie.com
ELLA SAGARESE AND KATELYN POTTS Founders
Your one stop shop for moving, we make moves happen.
Southwest Florida Services strives to be your one stop shop for moving! They handle the packing, moving, unpacking, and organizing. As a small moving company licensed and insured in the state of Florida, SWFL Services takes pride in giving a personalized moving experience. From personal belongings to downsizing, no job is too big or too small. They handle the stress so you can worry less!
11680 Bonita Beach Rd. SE, Bonita Springs, FL 34135 | (239) 898-0003 | www.sw-fl.com
TABER TAGLIASACCHI, PA Broker / Owner
I am a full-service realtor serving as your personal concierge during your entire real estate process, and attending to all the details.
Calusa Bay Properties is a boutique real estate brokerage firm that specializes in luxury Naples properties and offers concierge services. They pride themselves on delivering results, achieved through market knowledge, a strong work ethic, professional integrity, innovative real estate marketing, and the ability to clearly communicate with our real estate clients. Their attention to detail creates an environment of professional, informed, and friendly service that has consistently proven to be successful as the top selling team in Pelican Bay year after year.
795 Myrtle Terrace, Naples, FL 34103 | (239) 593-5533 | www.calusabayproperties.com
MADELINE TRACY Real Estate Advisor
Leveraging my local expertise alongside Compass’ National Network and cutting-edge industry tools, I provide my clients with an unparalleled real estate experience.
Madeline Tracy, a seasoned Real Estate Advisor at Compass, is part of the esteemed Brooker McMurray Group. Their team consistently ranks among Compass Florida’s top 100 small teams, based on sales volume. With a diverse background in service, construction, and design, Madeline offers unmatched industry resources to her clients. As a Naples Native, her local knowledge combined with her effective communication, make clients feel empowered and well-informed throughout the entire process.
800 Laurel Oak Drive, 4th Floor, Naples, FL 34110 | (239) 776-0868 | maddie.tracy@compass.com | www.compass.com
VICKI TRACY COO
I think it’s a privilege to live in Naples, not a right.
Vicki Tracy has been a resident of Naples for over 45 years. A University of Michigan alumnus with multiple degrees. Known for her broad civic involvement, she has been awarded numerous local and state leadership awards. She is known as the “connector and go to person to get things done.” A passionate senior advocate who loves her town, Vicki is proud to work with the luxury team at GCIP. They are the finest and the most dedicated professionals in town!
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Be unique, be stylish and create innovative Be unique, wearable art.be stylish and create innovative wearable art.
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STEFANIE INK EDWARDS I am grateful to be leading this empowering organization making sustainable positive change for so many people in our region.
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NEALE MONTGOMERY Attorney/Partner Neale is a partner with Pavese Law Firm. Neale has had the opportunity to work on several transformative projects throughout Lee County. The EEPCO projects will result in the restoration and preservation of thousands of acres in eastern Lee County. Neale was also recently selected to the 2023 Florida Super Lawyers list.
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Creative License With an eye for thrifted vintage pieces and DIY projects, a TikTok design maven masters the art of atmosphere.
So much of good design lies in setting the right mood, assembling
she says. Her art-filled main living area borrows from summers
color and texture to conjure a sense of place. Interior designer
and winters in London. Inspired by European styles, she layers
Annalora “Anni” Vanderbeek knows the art of ambiance well.
artwork over DIY picture molding and above a vintage fireplace
Over the last three years, she transformed her Naples white-box
surround she scored on Facebook Marketplace. “Everyone’s
condo into a cozy abode exuding Old World charm—and gathered
home was so full of art,” she recalls of the homes she grew up
nearly 380,000 TikTok followers with her ingenious styling hacks,
around. “My mom [Joanna Sime] is an artist, so being around
vintage shopping trips and decor guides.
art feels really comforting to me.”
Before becoming a full-time content creator, Anni honed her
The newly remodeled primary bathroom exudes the spirit of
eye as a design assistant at stalwart Naples showroom Robb &
a luxurious spa with herringbone pink marble tile and flickering
Stucky. When she was laid off during the pandemic, she started
candlelight. The bedroom proves equally romantic, enveloped
channeling her creative energy into posting videos of home ren-
in a faux concrete finish with gold leaf, which Joanna painted
ovations on social media. “I started documenting the whole pro-
by hand. Anni took particular pains to make her king-size bed
cess,” she says. “I became really passionate about helping people
cozy, tracking down waffle-knit blankets, which she layered with
who are younger, don’t necessarily have a huge budget, but want
crisp white sheets and pillows.
their place to reflect them.”
Playing against type, her home office takes cues from hotel
Her videos show how Anni fills spaces with character, har-
martini lounges. Anni painted the paneled walls black, hung wall-
nessing the spirit of her favorite places around the world. “Your
to-wall pleated drapes and created a chandelier from an upcycled
home should be a curation of things that mean something to you,
ring pendant light with an added chain curtain. She fashioned
whether it’s your favorite artists, books or things you’ve picked
a backlit marble TV wall with handy LED strips from Amazon,
up during travels—anything that sparks a memory or feeling,”
which cast an atmospheric glow against the stone—an idea she
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In Annalora “Anni” Vanderbeek’s Naples condo, thrifted finds blend with vintage furnishings and modern art by her mother for a look that’s layered and plush.
got from a hotel stay in Milan. “I know many people design their home with the same vibe throughout, but I can’t pick one,” she says with a laugh. “Each room feels so different.” If there’s one common thread that runs through the home, it might be the way Anni prioritizes light. “If somebody asks, ‘What can I do to make my space feel special for the least amount of work?’ Lighting is key,” she says. “Up-lighting is so much better than down-lighting, which can make a space feel sterile, even with the warmest light.” She infuses pools of soft light throughout each room by installing plug-in wall sconces, dropping mini spotlights into potted plants and running light strips under shelves and behind curtains. Her videos also chronicle her deft mix of online and vintage designs, like a curved velveteen sofa and a solid green marble dining table (a 1970s piece from Robb & Stucky). Often, she’ll tweak her latest finds to fit her individual flair, covering cushions
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in Lee Jofa cheetah fabric or lacquering her dining chairs in an inky hue. Then, she fleshes out gaps with accessories and what she lovingly dubs ‘unnecessary necessities’—the everyday luxuries that ooze indulgence, from bath oils and candles to giant bath towels and fluffy slippers. Knowing the value of domestic comforts, she recently launched a home goods and loungewear line on Amazon. The chic, artsy assortment of robes, pillow covers, bed scarves and throw blankets feature iconic paintings from history and original works by her mother. It’s a natural extension of her design philosophy: Every layer of your home, from your curtains to your martini glasses to the satin sheets brushing against your skin, should transport you
The 30-year-old digital content creator recently
to a place that feels authentically yours. “You’re never going to be
launched a home goods line reflecting her aesthetic.
happy with your home if you follow a trend,” Anni says. “Just go with what feels good and right to you.”
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After working for esteemed Lovetto Design in Naples, L.A. DeRiggi recently branched out with his Hudson Park Interior Design. Here, L.A. curates curving, sensual pieces that bank on natural materials for spaces that welcome prolonged conversations.
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Annecy Sofa by Vladimir Kagan This sloped sofa was one of the last pieces Vladimir Kagan released before passing in 2016. The furniture designer is known for his revolutionary work in the 1950s, with innovative, ergonomic furnishings that bank on organic shapes and sculptural forms. “Ever ything [Vladimir] creates is so inviting and sexy and functional,” L.A. says. The designer loves the Annecy Sofa for its subtle balance of masculine and feminine energies, as depicted in its dark wood armrest and butter y soft fabric. carpentersworkshopgallery.com
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Blonde Drinks Cabinet by Christopher Kurtz While this floating cabinet appears to be melting off the wall, you can rest assured the handcarved tulipwood piece is fully capable of storing your prized bottles and glassware. “It piques your curiosity until it’s open, and you see what’s inside,” L.A . says. The designer suggests balancing the sculptural statement furnishing in a room with clean lines and soft upholstery to play up the cabinet’s fluid form. “This piece is exactly what you want in a drinks cabinet—it sets the tone when you’re gathering around it because it’s so playful,” L.A . says. sarahmyerscough.com
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Infinity 16 by Atelier Alain Ellouz L.A . sees alabaster lighting making its way into mainstream furniture design, and the designer points to Atelier Alain Ellouz’s pendants as a gorgeous example of the trend. The ancient material was used for window screens and stained glass before it made its way into sculptures and, eventually, lighting. “It’s a serene material that comes to life when it’s lit,” L.A . says. Leather straps contrast with soft, sloping stone for a modern take on organic materials. Part of the Infinit y collection, Infinit y 16 builds on previous models with a three-part loop that emits a dreamy, inviting glow. atelier-alain-ellouz.com
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Mural, Mural on the Wall Stacy DeMott treats her clients’ walls like canvases, creating one-of-a-kind murals that imbue rooms with individuality.
A wall is not just a wall in Stacy DeMott’s world. A wall is a medium for an immersive experience. Aesthetes seek out the 35-year-old for her ability to create charming, character-filled murals, whether a vibrant Lilly Pulitzer-inspired floral nursery, a foyer painted in goldveined faux marble or a portico with mangroves snaking up columns. Stacy’s love for art developed early. As a child, her tiny fingers regularly curled around a crayon, colored pencil or paintbrush, leading her to pursue an undergraduate degree in fine arts at the University of South Florida. Upon graduation, she founded DeMott Design to focus on commissions while working with her mom at the family’s shutter company. In 2021, she purchased her first home and realized she could translate her love of painting to her blank walls. “I could
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The Bonita Springs-based artist often uses botanical motifs in her murals. Her home is like a living showroom. In her bedroom, soothing greens set a warm tone.
create an entire space you could walk
ical pattern on social media and awoke to
in her garage. The space overflows with a
into. It was like an installation you were
a mass of business inquiries the next day.
kaleidoscope of paints, primed to incite
experiencing all around you,” she says. “I
Her DeMott Design firm specializes in
inspiration with each brushstroke. It’s
became completely obsessed with it.”
handpainted murals, with Stacy’s Bonita
also where Stacy often first meets with
Her newfound excitement to create
Springs home doubling as a fanciful show-
clients, tying an apron around their
on a loftier scale exploded onto her guest
room. Surfaces clad in her designs range
waist as they work together on sample
bathroom wall, with deep shades of jungle
from a serene plant-printed wall in her
boards, assembling colors and designs.
green accentuated by gold banana leaves.
primary bedroom to a floral outdoor rug
“I’m good at communicating, and I’m
She proudly posted a photo of her botan-
for her lanai. Though the magic happens
good at listening,” she says. “A lot of my
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Unlike wallpapers—with their static designs— Stacy’s murals can be tweaked throughout the design process, adding or removing elements for a thoroughly personalized work.
clients don’t know how to express what they want, so part of my job is to jump in and be a translator.” People often bring several ideas and samples, which Stacy combines into bespoke paintings. Unlike wallpapers, which have set designs and come in minuscule sample sizes that make envisioning the final room a challenge, Stacy’s murals can be
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customized throughout the process.
subtle to calm them?” she muses. She
exclusivity has expanded her reach
Once the sample board is approved and
may paint hibiscus flowers in a living
from Florida to New York. People find
the installation begins, they can lighten
room, a modern geometric print in a
her on social media or through word of
or darken a design or add and delete ele-
bathroom, or an optical illusion meant
mouth, and while she mainly does res-
ments as they go along.
to look like stone. But, children’s rooms
idences, she also enjoys transforming
During the conception process, Stacy
are her favorite spaces. “[I like to] make
the occasional commercial space, like
visits the clients’ homes to familiarize
something inspiring and fun that’s going
the floral-and-glitter walls she painted
herself with the design, hardware and
to light up that kid’s face,” Stacy says. She
for Bonita Springs’ Top Knot Hair Studio
furniture. “We talk about the mood
loves to be more playful with a whimsical
or the mangrove mural she created at
they want to set, how they want to
underwater scene of smiley sea turtles
239 Flies. “I’m so grateful I get to use my
feel when they step into the space and
or a landscape of colorful trees, peacocks
hands to paint something for somebody,”
what effect they are going for. Do they
and cheetahs.
she says. “Seeing their face when they
want their friends to come over and
Regardless of age, no two homes
say ‘Wow?’ Or, do they want something
will ever have the same wall, and that
walk into the room and see their space, that’s the best part of the job.”
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Well & Good Fort Myers’ Alex Wilson looks out for the holistic well-being of her generation. While Southwest Florida has long been a haven for fit retirees and spry seniors, 34-year-old certified yoga instructor Alex C. Wilson saw the region’s potential as an emerging center for holistic wellness for the next generation. In 2022, after seeing how the pandemic left people simultaneously starved for connection and interested in increasing their health consciousness, she held the first annual SWFL Wellness Fair at Fort Myers’ Wa-Ke Hatchee Park. The free, one-day, walkabout event aimed to bolster the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health of the community, with a focus on making wellness more accessible. “We all want to make it to retirement one day,” she says. “We want to get the most out of those years because we feel our best. We don’t want to reach retirement and come to this place of, ‘My body hurts, I’m tired, and all I can do is rest right now.’”
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Alex’s annual springtime SWFL Wellness Fair folds in free yoga sessions; vendors selling tinctures, crystals and art; and one-on-ones with prospective wellness practitioners working with IV infusions, light therapies and salt-infused oxygen treatments.
The holistic nature of the festival was partly inspired by Alex’s own
Following the success of the first SWFL Wellness Fair, this year’s
mental health battle. Ten years ago, she turned to yoga to manage
event—held on the Alliance for the Arts campus in April—drew more
stress and anxiety. “I started noticing how valuable a tool yoga was
than 50 local businesses. “The majority of our vendors and partners
for me,” she recalls. “[It helped me] find it a little easier to let go at
offer some sort of alternative or holistic wellness,” Alex says. “I think
the end of the day, settle back into my own center.” As she became
younger generations are more interested in those approaches than
more involved in the local wellness scene, she realized other people
they are in traditional medicine.” In between free yoga sessions with
her age weren’t having the same success finding health solutions. A
instructors from Indra Yoga Studio and fitness classes for adults and
candid conversation with a colleague overwhelmed by the search
kids, attendees could shop for products, including jewelry, tinc-
for a mental health counselor sparked the idea that there might be
tures, houseplants, crystals and art. Or, they could take advantage
a market for an event that would connect those in need with local
of mini sessions of acupuncture, chair massages, sound healing,
wellness-focused companies and providers. She posted on Insta-
compression therapy and tarot readings while noshing on juice
gram about the idea and saw her followers grow from 50 to more
shots and protein bites from Rawfully Delicious or CBD-infused
than 500 in the six months leading to her first event in March 2022.
botanical elixirs from Gather Beverage Company. Rows of booths
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encouraged attendees to meet with prospective practitioners,
SWFL Wellness Co. To complement her annual event, Alex
offering trending modalities like cryotherapy, red light ther-
is building out a membership-based online directory where
apy, IV infusions and salt-infused oxygen treatments, to more
people can search for providers by category; adding smaller
traditional healthcare providers, fitness trainers, yoga teach-
events throughout the year, including free yoga sessions; and
ers, physical therapists, concierge nurses and mental health
planning a series of networking opportunities to strengthen
counselors. (In keeping with the idea that improved health
community ties and encourage referrals among like-minded
also lifts up a community, the event included a blood drive in
wellness companies.
partnership with Lee Health.)
Ultimately, she’d like to extend the SWFL Wellness Fair’s
A key objective of the fair is to promote small businesses in
reach by bringing similar events to Naples, Bonita Springs and
Fort Myers and the surrounding towns. “I do this not just to
Cape Coral. “My goal is to educate people and show there are a
make wellness more accessible to the community, but also to
multitude of ways to explore well-being,” Alex says. “Wellness
uplift people who support wellness through their businesses,”
is not just one thing. It’s a well-rounded lifestyle, and every
Alex says. To that end, she has expanded the brand into
person’s recipe for well-being looks a little different.”
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H e a l t h y L i f e — E d i t o r s’ P i c k — By J a y n i e B a r t l e y — P h o t o g r a p h y b y A n n a N g u ye n
OnlyBands Naples personal trainer Rekinson “Rick” Beaubrin curates a line of ultraf lattering, super-functional fitness gear to rival national brands.
Naples native and personal trainer Rekin-
during squats, duck walks and wall sits—
he launched in 2021. A local trainer for
son “Rick” Beaubrin often writes on his
but every once in a while, Rick pushes me
more than a decade, Rick has watched his
workout whiteboard: “Built, not bought.”
to grab the extra heavy, and my glutes are
clients struggle to find athletic wear that
He’s talking about your butt. Rick’s built a
on fire. Rick’s ELIXERs—aptly named, as
wicks sweat and stays put during vigor-
rep as a bit of a derrière pro with his line
they’re the key ingredient to many of his
ous HIIT and strength-training sessions.
of sculpting activewear, booty-building
workouts—are designed to comfortably sit
His gear blends sturdy, moisture-wick-
resistance bands and a roster of intense
just above your knees, with no annoying
ing polyamide and stretchy spandex
glute-focused training sessions.
slipping or flipping as you work through
in body-hugging styles, sourcing from
I used to think all bands were created
lower-body reps. And, unlike most bands
the same manufacturer as Lululemon.
equal until I tried Rick’s slim but sturdy,
in department stores or on Amazon, the
While the ZENITH waist-cinching,
elastic-fabric ELIXER set—sold in a
material is soft to the touch, with elastic
glute-sculpting leggings—which I call
gray-ombre five-pack with resistance lev-
woven into the fabric for a cozy grip. When
my BBL (Brazilian butt lift) pants—are
els from light to extra-heavy. I first tried
laid out next to my old Amazon set, the
always in stock, Rick has limited-edition
them during Rick’s Booty University work-
heavy ELIXER band is nearly half the size
launches every few months. I’m crushing
shops at the Total Athletic Performance
of the Amazon heavy—in weight and girth.
on the Florida sky-inspired, ombre Sun-
gym at the Naples Emilio Sanchez Acad-
Rick sells the bands under his fashion
rise and Sunset sets this summer. They
emy. I typically reach for heavy—which
brand MKTB—named after the Arabic
look great on evening runs and bike rides
helps activate all three glute muscles
word ‘maktub,’ meaning ‘fate’—which
against our cotton candy skies.
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MARCO ISLAND Ario 400 S. Collier Blvd., 642-2695. arioatjwmarco. com. At the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort, Ario has striking Gulf views, elevated culinary offerings and an impressive bar program. $$$$ STEAK
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op Sale e Pepe 480 S. Collier Blvd., 393-1600. sale-e-pepe.com. A gem with Italian dishes, a formidable wine cellar and a waterfront patio in the Marco Beach Ocean Resort. $$$$ ITALIAN
The Oyster Society 599 S. Collier Blvd., 394-3474. theoystersociety. com. At this chic locale, the raw bar has more than eight
The open-air setup with a retractable roof is nothing short of grand. $$$ MODERN AMERICAN
Barbatella 1290 Third St. S., 263-1955. barbatellanaples.com. Casual Italian cuisine from the team behind Sea Salt. Meet up at the trendy wine bar or on the relaxed patio. $$$ ITALIAN
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opvw The Bevy 360 12th Ave. S., 228-4220. naplesbevy.com. Enjoy craft cocktails and varied influences at this locale off Third Street.
op Campiello/ The Club Room 1177 Third St. S., 435-1166. campiellonaples.com. A favorite for its contemporary Italian cuisine and courtyard. During season, The Club Room, a restaurant within, has its own menu and live music most nights. $$$$ ITALIAN
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D’Amico’s The Continental 1205 Third St. S., 659-0007. damicoscontinental.com. Experience top-quality cuts of steak from all over, enhanced by stylish decor. $$$$ STEAK
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FIFTH AVENUE SOUTH Bha! Bha! Persian Bistro* 865 Fifth Ave. S., 594-5557. bhabhabistro.com. IranianMichael Mir serves his homeland’s indulgent flavors in a jewel box of a dining room. $$$$ MIDDLE EASTERN
op Jane’s Cafe on 3rd 1209 Third St. S., 261-2253. janesgardencafe.com. Come for the lobster Benedict and stuffed French toast; stay to sit around the lovely koi fountain on the sunny patio. $$ CAFE
Bistro 821 821 Fifth Ave. S., 261-5821. bistro821.com. An open kitchen and menu filled with creativity, including its Original Neapolitan pasta and seafood dish.
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op Ridgway Bar & Grill 1300 Third St. S., 262-5500. ridgwaybarandgrill.com. A quintessential Old Naples restaurant. $$$ MODERN AMERICAN
Chops City Grill 837 Fifth Ave. S., 262-4677. chopscitygrill.com. An elegant, Baroque-inspired steakhouse. $$$$ STEAK
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Sea Salt 1186 Third St. S., 434-7258. seasaltnaples.com. Loved for sophisticated seafood and accompaniments, this spot offers monthly wine dinners and events.
Del Mar 494 Fifth Ave. S., 350-0134. delmarnaplesrestaurant. com. Cameron Mitchell’s two-story, fine-dining eatery draws from various Mediterranean cuisines.
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Mediterrano 336 13th Ave. S., 261-7498. mediterrano-naples.com Bright decor and a lush patio complement robust dishes and decadent desserts.
The French Brasserie Rustique 365 Fifth Ave. S., 315-4019. thefrenchnaples.com. From chef Vincenzo Betulia, expect exquisite escargot and steak tartare in a buzzworthy atmosphere. $$$ FRENCH
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HobNob Kitchen & Bar 720 Fifth Ave. S., Unit 101, 580-0070. hobnobnaples. com. Updated takes on American cuisine in a cool, contemporary dining room. $$$$ MODERN AMERICAN
op Ichi Togarashi 800 Fifth Ave. S., Unit 102, 228-5945. togarashinaples. com. This is a favorite for its authentic takes on dim sum, seafood and 20 types of ramen. $$$$ ASIAN Ocean Prime 699 Fifth Ave. S., 430-0404. ocean-prime.com. Cameron Mitchell presents surf and turf, an elegant dining room and highly attentive service. $$$$ MODERN AMERICAN
v Osteria Tulia/Bar Tulia 466 Fifth Ave. S., 213-2073. osteriatulia.com. Go for Sicilian-inspired fare in a rustic-chic setting or craft cocktails at the Bar Tulia gastropub. $$$ ITALIAN
op Pazzo! Cucina Italiana 853 Fifth Ave. S., 434-8494. pazzoitaliancafe.com. Beautiful presentations and twists on Italian favorites. $$$$ ITALIAN
op Pizzata Pizza + Aperitivo* 1201 Piper Blvd., 631-1021. pizzatanaples.com. The lauded Philly pizzeria lands in
Naples with its famed sourdough pizza and Italian bites. $$$ ITALIAN
op Sails Restaurant 301 Fifth Ave. S., 360-2000. sailsrestaurants.com. This establishment is famous for its raw bar and weekend Champagne brunch. $$$$ SEAFOOD
bopv Sushi Thai Downtown 898 Fifth Ave., 430-7575. sushithaidowntown.com. Find a mix of sushi and Thai dishes with locations throughout Collier and Lee counties. $$$ ASIAN
op Truluck’s 698 Fourth Ave. S., 530-3131. trulucks.com. A fine-dining locale touting seafood from the Gulf and beyond. $$$$ SEAFOOD
v Veranda E 290 Fifth Ave. S., 659-3466. hotelescalante.com. A courtyard setting serving Asian and French influences in Hotel Escalante. $$$$ MODERN AMERICAN
op The Vine Room 465 Fifth Ave. S., 316-1202. vineroom.com. Behind an ivy-shrouded door, this cocktail lounge crafts drinks with flair, plus small plates. $$$$ COCKTAIL LOUNGE
Yabba Island Grill 711 Fifth Ave. S., 262-5787. yabbaislandgrill.com. Enjoy surf and turf, and seasonal stone crab on the patio. $$$ SEAFOOD
pjkchinese.com. The latest from restaurateur Paul Fleming, indulge in elevated takes on Americanized Chinese fare, like the decadent lobster rangoon.
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DOWNTOWN NAPLES The Claw Bar 221 Ninth St. S., 231-3912. theclawbar.com. Southern charm, the best oysters and exquisite seafood are served inside the Bellasera Resort.
Grappino 90 Ninth St. N., 331-4325. grappinonaples.com. This Aielli Group eatery offers a fine selection of charcuterie, as well as build-your-own pasta dishes. $$$ ITALIAN
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The Lake Park Diner 944 Seventh Ave. N., 228-6351. thelakeparkdiner. com. A casual spot serving
organic fare with many vegan options, plus diner classics. $$ MODERN AMERICAN
op Nosh on Naples Bay 1490 Fifth Ave. S., 384-9208. noshonnaplesbay.com. Chef Todd Johnson crafts a menu of haute small plates.
Seventh South Craft Food + Drink 849 Seventh Ave. S., 231-4553. seventhsouth.com. One of Naples’ best—food and drink earn equal acclaim. $$$ MODERN AMERICAN
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opvw The Rooster Food + Drink 600 Goodlette-Frank Road N., Unit 101, 228-5973. theroos ternaples.com. Comforting breakfast, lunch with dinner Wednesday-Friday in season. $$ AMERICAN
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Industry Beer & BBQ 449 Bayfront Place, 331-4160. industrybeerandbbq.com. The team behind LowBrow Pizza & Beer takes on slowsmoked ‘cue and craft beers. $$ BARBECUE
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CRAYTON COVE Bleu Provence 1234 Eighth St. S., 2618239. bleuprovencenaples. com. Channel Southern France with food and select from Naples’ only Grand Award-winning wine list.
Rumba Cuban Café 1265 Airport-Pulling Road S., 659-2996. rumbacubancafe. com. Classic Cuban cuisine with fun twists and attentive service.
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Lima Restaurant 5047 Tamiami Trail E., 280-0167. lima-restaurant.com. Authentic Peruvian cuisine and a wide selection of pisco are the calling cards.
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Carole’s House 8793 Tamiami Trail E., 3318003, caroleshouse.com. French pastries with a robust breakfast and lunch menu.
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LowBrow Pizza & Beer 3148 Tamiami Trail E., 529-6919. lowbrowpizzaand beer.com. Creative woodfired pies are served with craft brews in a fun, art-filled space.
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The Dock at Crayton Cove 845 12th Ave. S., 263-9940. dockcraytoncove.com. This laid-back spot serves Florida seafood on Naples Bay.
Kareem’s Lebanese Kitchen 4270 Tamiami Trail E., 3154167. kareemskitchen.com. Try seven types of hummus, salads and chicken with za’atar potatoes. $$$ MIDDLE
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Rebecca’s Cocktail & Wine Bar 2955 Bayshore Drive, 799-1801. themaddoxnaples. com. Gorgeous decor and stellar charcuterie headline the latest from the namesake Bayshore visionary.
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opv Chez Boët 755 12th Ave. S., 643-6177. chezboetnaples.com. French staples pair with an impressive Scotch list. $$$$ FRENCH
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EAST NAPLES 21 Spices by Chef Asif 4270 Tamiami Trail E., #21, 919-8830. 21spicesdining. com. Authentic cuisine from an award-winning chef. $$$ INDIAN
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Z’s Music Kitchen 12655 Tamiami Trail East, 304-9552. zsmusickitchen. com. Hearty bites, a full bar and live entertainment. $$$ MODERN AMERICAN
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emphasis on its creative fare and cocktail menus.
Old Vines Supper Club 2795 Davis Blvd., 417-4466. oldvinesnaples.com. Find rotating tasting menus at this refined. yet unpretentious East Naples hideaway. $$$$ MODERN AMERICAN
Tacos & Tequila Cantina 4834 Davis Blvd., 732-8226. tacosandtequilanaples.com. Tacos with lots of clever spins, plus margaritas aplenty. $$ MEXICAN
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732-7331. three60market. com. The popular spot features a breakfast and lunch cafe with gourmet flair, a specialty market and an impressive wine shop. $$ MODERN AMERICAN
opw The Med 3929 Bayshore Drive, 307-4755. themednaples. com. Artfully plated dishes showcased intimately. $$$$ MEDITERRANEAN
o MIDTOWN Alexander’s Garden Restaurant 4077 Tamiami Trail N., 262-4999. alexandersnaples. com. Menus filled with seafood and global flavors presented in a modern cafe and lush garden atmosphere. Open October-May. $$$ MODERN AMERICAN
op Andre’s Steakhouse 2800 Tamiami Trail N., 263-5851. andressteakhouse. com. If you’re a fan of New York’s iconic Peter Luger chophouse, opt for this tiny joint founded by one of its former chefs. $$$$ STEAK
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Relaxing vibes, live entertainment and craft cocktails. $$$ MODERN AMERICAN
o Café Nutrients 3080 Tamiami Trail N., 919-8732. cafenutrients.com. At this organic, plant-based cafe, owner Ming Yee sources ingredients from local farms and producers. $$$ VEGAN
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Fernández the Bull 3375 Pine Ridge Road, #101, 653-9097. fernandezthebull. com. Authentic Cuban dishes, like picadillo a la criolla and ropa vieja. $$ LATIN AMERICAN
op Food & Thought 2132 Tamiami Trail N., 2132222. foodandthought.com. An organic grocer and cafe with raw and vegan options. $ CAFE
Cibao Grille 814 Neapolitan Way, 434-6653. cibaogrille.com. Dishes from the owners’ native Dominican Republic mix with American classics. $$$ MODERN AMERICAN
op DiGusto 4180 Tamiami Trail N., 228-9414. digustoitaly.com. Plentiful pastas presented with simple elegance. $$$ ITALIAN
Dorona 2110 Tamiami Trail N., 529-2819. doronanaples.com. The Aielli’s chic steakhouse has a diverse menu, with seafood, pasta and prime cuts. $$$$ STEAK
op Escargot 41 4351 Tamiami Trail N., 793-5000. escargot41.com. This traditional spot features a page of escargot specials alone. $$$ FRENCH
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op Fujiyama 2555 Tamiami Trail N., 261-4332. naplesfujiyama. com. Japanese master chefs prepare dinners with flair at your hibachi table. $$$ ASIAN FUSE Global Cuisine/ FUSE BBQ 2500 Tamiami Trail N. #114, 455-4585. fuseglobalcuisine. com. Cuisines from around the world at fine-dining FUSE; stellar barbecue next door. $$$ ECLECTIC
op Harold’s Place 2555 Tamiami Trail N., 263-7254. naplesharolds place.com. This chickee bar serves a winning charbroiled burger. $ AMERICAN
o Hogfish Harry’s 600 Neapolitan Way, 776-7623. hogfishharrys.com. The menu sources 90 percent of its seafood from local
fishers. $$$ SEAFOOD
op Hyde N Chic 923 Creech Road, 404-3065. hydenchicrestaurant.com. In his artfully appointed dining room, chef Andy Hyde guides you through inspired tasting menus from Africa, Europe and the Americas. $$$ MODERN AMERICAN
Jimmy P’s Charred 1833 Tamiami Trail N., 6432427. jimmypscharred.com. A casual steakhouse specializing in Wagyu beef from Naples’ longtime trusted butcher. $$$$ STEAK
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596-3276. thelocalnaples.com. A farm-to-table restaurant with locally sourced, healthy cuisine. $$$ MODERN AMERICAN
bop Martin Fierro 13040 Livingston Road, 3004777. martinfierrorestaurant. com. At this Argentinian and Uruguayan parrillada, you’ll find grass-fed beef and tango music. $$$ LATIN AMERICAN
op Moura Bistro 3369 Pine Ridge Road, 7388883. mourabistro.com. Flavorful Lebanese fare, like falafel, tabbouleh and shawarma. $$$ MIDDLE EASTERN
Komoon Thai Sushi & Ceviche Multiple locations in Lee and Collier counties. komoonthai. com. Thai, Japanese and Peruvian fare mix in a music-filled locale. $$ ASIAN
op Shula’s Steak House 5111 Tamiami Trail N., 430-4999. shulasnaples.com. Late NFL Hall of Fame coach Don Shula’s brainchild. $$$$ STEAK
Lamoraga Restaurant 3936 Tamiami Trail N., 331-3669. lamoragarestaurant. com. Find upscale twists on Spanish dishes, plus inventive vegan fare. $$$$ SPANISH
opv Le Indya 975 Pine Ridge Road, 591-5156. leindya.com. The authentic cuisine includes plenty of vegetarian and vegan dishes. $$ INDIAN The Local 5323 Airport-Pulling Road,
Swan River Seafood & Fish Market 3741 Tamiami Trail N., 403-7000. swanriverseafood. com. Find Cape Cod-style seafood and a market with fresh catches, wine and more. $$$ SEAFOOD
op USS Nemo 3745 Tamiami Trail N., 261-6366. ussnemorestau rant. com. Masterful, fresh seafood creations.$$$ SEAFOOD
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Ziggy D’Amico’s Whiskey Bar & Diner 4691 Ninth St. N., 430-0955. ziggydamicos.com. This D’Amico & Partners spot emphasizes whiskey. $$ AMERICAN
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opw MiraMare Ristorante 4236 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., 430-6273. miramarenaples. com. Enjoy classic Italian fare on the waterfront patio overlooking Venetian Bay. $$$ ITALIAN
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T-Michaels Steak & Lobster House 4050 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., 261-0622. t-michaels.com. Steakhouse dining on the water, featuring USDA Prime meats and Maine lobster. $$$$ STEAK
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bovw The Bay House 799 Walkerbilt Road, 5913837. bayhousenaples.com. Southern-inspired menus and a raw bar star in the spot with panoramic mangrove and water views. $$$$ SEAFOOD
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sauerbraten. $$$ EUROPEAN Bone Hook Brewing Co. 1514 Immokalee Road, 631-8522. bonehookbrewing. com. A microbrewery with a taproom and a full kitchen. $$ BAR BITES
rant.com. Old World French cuisine in a cozy Provençal setting. $$$$ FRENCH
This stylish sushi lounge in The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, has a patio overlooking the Gulf. $$$$ ASIAN
The Crust 8004 Trail Blvd., 244-8488. thecrustpizza.net. A sports bar with stellar pizza $$ ITALIAN
op Café Gourmand 9853 Tamiami Trail N., 260-7109. cafegourmand.net. Here, find crepes by day and formal dinner service by night.
Deep Lagoon Seafood & Fish Market 8777 Tamiami Trail N., 880-3337. deeplagoon.com. The family behind Pinchers owns this popular eatery.
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Dusk 280 Vanderbilt Beach Road, 598-6644. ritzcarlton.com.
opv Fernández the Bull 1201 Piper Blvd., Unit 10, 2549855. fernandezthebull.com. Authentic Cuban dishes and daily happy hour. $$ LATIN AMERICAN
op Grain De Café 8803 Tamiami Trail N., 594-8081. frenchcafenaples. com. The pain au chocolat, quiches and crepes are worth it. $$ FRENCH
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BALEEN 9891 Gulf Shore Drive, 5985707. laplayaresort.com. A wraparound terrace sets the stage for creative cuisine.
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The Grill 280 Vanderbilt Beach Road, 598-6644. ritzcarlton.com. This elegant steakhouse at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, evokes the ambiance of a private club.
Zen Asian BBQ 10823 Tamiami Trail N., 260-7037. eatatzen.com. A pan-Asian joint with fresh sushi, ramen, bar bites and Korean barbecue. $$$ ASIAN
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Jimmy P’s Burgers & More 1833 Tamiami Trail N., 1201 Piper Blvd., #11, 514-1800. jimmypsburgers.com. Superior meats from the longtime trusted butcher.
Bar Tulia 9118 Strada Place, #8150, 438-1031. bartulia.com. The second location of this Italian gastropub features expertly crafted cocktails. $$$ ITALIAN
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The Hampton Social 9114 Strada Place, 202-2038. thehamptonsocial.com. A chic, rosé-all-day bar scene complemented by great seafood. $$$ SEAFOOD
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631-6844. mistero1.com. Extraordinary isn’t hyperbole; try the star-shaped pizza with ricotta-stuffed crust for proof.
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566-2371. kcamericanbistro. com. Seasonal, American cuisine from chef Keith Casey.
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Parmesan Pete’s 7935 Airport-Pulling Road, 992-3663. parmesanpetes. com. Order huge portions of Parmesans, meatballs and lasagna. $$$ ITALIAN
Real Seafood Co. Naples 8960 Fontana Del Sol Way, 591-3523. realseafoodcorestaurant.com. Fish from New England, the Great Lakes and the Gulf pair with local produce.
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The 239 Naples 9108 Strada Place, 631-1902 the239naples.com. Local ingredients from seafood purveyors, farms and more. $$$$ MODERN AMERICAN
The Cave Bistro & Wine Bar 2343 Vanderbilt Beach Road, 513-0095. thecavenaples.com. A magnificent selection of wines and small plates.
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Two Fillets 10395 Tamiami Trail N., 788-0222. twofillets.com. The latest surf-and-turf restaurant and market from the folks behind Pinchers. $$$ AMERICAN
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Angelina’s Ristorante 24041 S. Tamiami Trail, 390-3187. angelinasofbon itasprings.com. This fine Italian restaurant has plush banquettes, live piano music and an award-winning wine list. $$$$ ITALIAN
Alpine Restaurant 2355 Vanderbilt Beach Road, 325-9499. alpineofnaples.com. The best of German, Slovak, Czech, Polish and Hungarian fare. $$$ EASTERN EUROPEAN
New York Pizza & Pasta 11140 Tamiami Trail N., 5943500; 8855 Immokalee Road, 597-3800. nypp.com. Go for hand-tossed pies. $$ ITALIAN
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Mister O1 Extraordinary Pizza 2355 Vanderbilt Beach Road,
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o Chops City Grill 8200 Health Center Blvd, 992-4677. chopsbonita.com. The sister restaurant to Naples’ elegant steakhouse was recently renovated, including a new menu and cocktail list. $$$$ STEAK
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Coconut Jack’s Waterfront Grille 5370 Bonita Beach Road, 676-7777. coconutjacks.com. A perfect stop for quick bites with water views. $$$ SEAFOOD
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Downtown Coffee & Wine Company 27546 Old 41, 272-6068. downtowncoffeeandwine company.com. Light bites accompany specialty coffee and more than a dozen wines by the glass. $ CAFE
Figs Grille 25987 S. Tamiami Trail #109, 390-1700. figsgrille.com. Find a refreshing fusion of Spanish, Turkish, Moroccan, Lebanese and French cuisines. $$$ MEDITERRANEAN
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El Basque Vin & Pintxo Bar 25245 Chamber of Commerce Drive, 301-4973. elbasque. com. Spanish and French influences merge at this tapas-style wine bar.
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Jimmy P’s Charred 25301 Tamiami Trail S., 390-0301. jimmypssteaks. com. The trusted butcher serves superior meats and shareable plates. $$$$ STEAK
Lapa’s Costa Rican Bistro 26251 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 9, 221-7016. lapascr.com. A reliable spot for authentic plates such as arroz con pollo, gallos and tostadas. $$ LATIN AMERICAN
Olde Florida Chop House 3401 Bay Commons Drive, 948-4400. oldefloridachophouse.com. Waterfront dining serving Florida-style dishes. $$$$ MODERN AMERICAN
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992-7433. othersidebistro.com. Chef Brian McCarley serves comfort dishes with modern flair. $$$$ MODERN AMERICAN
op Malinche Mexican Cuisine 3250 Bonita Beach Road Southwest, 301-2902. malinche bonitasprings.com. Brothers Jorge and Antonio Salazar dish traditional Central and Southern Mexican flavors like cochinita pibil. $$$ MEXICAN Petar’s Restaurant 3300 Bonita Beach Road, #120, 249-4064. petarsestaurant.com. Chef Petar Al Kurdi has developed a strong following for his deftly prepared cuisine. $$$ MODERN AMERICAN
o Roy’s Restaurant 26831 S. Bay Drive, 498-7697. roysrestaurant.com. Enjoy celebrity chef Roy Yamaguchi’s Hawaiian and Pacific fusion fine dining. $$$$ ASIAN
o A Table Apart 4295 Bonita Beach Road, 221-8540. atableapart.com. Fusion influences from the Pacific Rim and beyond. $$$ ECLECTIC
Wylds Café 4271 Bonita Beach Road, 947-
El Gaucho Inca, with outposts in Fort Myers and Estero, fires melt-in-your-mouth meats with Brian Tietz
Argentinian and Peruvian inspirations.
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0408. wyldscafe.com. Three chefs join forces for a fine-dining experience. $$$$ MODERN AMERICAN
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Flock Wine Bistro 9405 Cypress Lake Dr., 2457105. flockwinebistro.com. Inspired by Rome’s hipster Monti neighborhood, this wine bar offers curated vinos and obsession-worthy small plates. $$$ WINE BAR Coldwater Oyster Market 5611 Six Mile Commercial Court, 220-5918. coldwa teroystermarket.com. Coldwater seafood from the North Atlantic and Pacific Northwest. $$$ SEAFOOD
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Ember 7091 College Parkway, #9, 771-8818. emberfortmyers. com. A gem with tabletop barbecue, fusion dishes and sushi. $$$ ASIAN
Tacos & Tequila Cantina 10952 Eagle Village Drive, 330-8226. tacosandtequi lanaples.com. Tacos with clever spins, plus margaritas.
Fancy’s Southern Café 8890 Salrose Lane, #101, 561-2988. fancyssouthernca fe.com. Southern favorites in a casual atmosphere.
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Harold’s 15250 S. Tamiami Trail, 849-0622. haroldscuisine.com. Chef Harold Balink’s cozy, farm-to-table bistro.
SOUTH FORT MYERS Artisan Eatery 8951 Daniels Parkway, 887-4844. artisaneatery. com. Look for outstanding specials at this stamp-size favorite. $$
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tures tapas and seafood.
$$$ MODERN AMERICAN
Liberty 12995 S. Cleveland Ave., #112, 689-5528. eatliberty.us. Chef Bob Boye’s dinner-only gem features artfully presented progressive menus. $$$ MODERN AMERICAN
Osteria Celli 15880 Summerlin Road, #308, 267-1310. osteriacelli.com. Fresh pasta is a highlight. $$$ ITALIAN
The Saucy Meatball 12401 Commerce Lakes Drive, 800-7172. saucymeatball.com. Industrial-chic pizzeria with crave-able entrees. $$ ITALIAN
Viet Village 16571 S. Tamiami Trail, 208-8368. This spot is famous for its rare-beef pho and rice specials cooked in a clay pot.
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KJ’s Steakhouse 10950 S. Cleveland Ave., 275-4745. kjsfreshgrill.com. They pride themselves on aging and searing. $$$ MODERN AMERICAN
$$ ASIAN
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Azure 15301 McGregor Blvd., 288-4296. azurefortmyers. com. Enjoy modernized French classics with a Southern flair.
DaRuMa Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Lounge 13499 S. Cleveland Ave., 344-0037. darumarestaurant. com. Enjoy the Teppan-style tableside cooking, tempura and sushi. $$$$ ASIAN
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Lyden Drive, Estero, 494-1564. elgauchoinca.com. A mix of Argentinian and Peruvian dishes.
CENTRAL FORT MYERS
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El Gaucho Inca 4383 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, 275-7504; 22909
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Bar & Grill and the rooftop Beacon Social Drinkery. $$$$ SEAFOOD
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sweet and savory dishes with finesse.
Cibo 12901 McGregor Blvd., #5, 454-3700. cibofortmyers. com. This Italian spot serves stellar food and wines.
Roadhouse Café 15660 San Carlos Blvd., 4154375. roadhousecafefl.com. Try a wide range of dishes (including steak).
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Crave Restaurant 12901 McGregor Blvd., 466-4663. cravemenu.com. From-scratch comfort food.
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Deep Lagoon Seafood & Oyster House 14040 McGregor Blvd., 689-5474. deeplagoon.com. A waterfront spot with a raw bar. $$$ SEAFOOD
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SANIBEL ISLAND
King’s Kitchen 2150 W. First St., 208-8518. kingskitchenandbar.com. Go for the warehouse vibe, beer garden and global comforts.
Note: Many restaurants on Sanibel and Captiva were affected by Hurricane Ian. Call for the latest info.
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Uva’s Vino and Tapas 16230 Summerlin Road, 887-3889. uvasvinotapas. com. Small plates and curated wines shine. $$$ PORTUGUESE
The Silver King Ocean Brasserie* 2200 Edwards Drive, (833) 918-1512. luminaryhotel. com. Inside Luminary Hotel & Co., this restaurant serves fine coastal cuisine. The hotel also houses riverfront Oxbow
Bleu Rendezvous 751 Tarpon Bay Road, 565-1608. bleurendezvous. com. This restaurant is lauded for authentic French fare, like coq au vin and cassoulet. $$$$ FRENCH
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The Med, in Naples’ Bayshore Arts District, crafts
472-5555. cielo-sanibel.com. Elevated island fare. $$$$ MODERN AMERICAN
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CAPTIVA ISLAND Keylime Bistro at Captiva Island Inn* 11509 Andy Rosse Lane, 395-4000. keylimebistrocaptiva. com. Colorful island spot with a full bar. Closed until further notice. Meanwhile, visit the Boca Grande location. $$$ MODERN AMERICAN
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RC Otter’s Island Eats* 11506 Andy Rosse Lane, 395-1142. captivaislandinn.com. Breakfast, lunch and dinner with live music. Closed until further notice. $$ AMERICAN
bop Sunshine Seafood Cafe and Wine Bar* 11508 Andy Rosse Lane, 4726200. captivaislandinn.com. Sophisticated beachy cafe. Closed until further notice. $$$$ SEAFOOD
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CAPE CORAL & PINE ISLAND Cork Soakers Deck & Wine Bar 837 SE 47th Terrace, 542-6622. corksoakers.net. An irreverent tone shows in the decor and on the menu. $$ MODERN AMERICAN
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Next Door elevates small dishes with focused flair. $$$$ ITALIAN Ginger Bistro 2366 Surfside Blvd., #101, 558-8865. gingerbistrousa.com. Authentic Chinese fare and traditional Cantonese barbecue. $$ ASIAN
Gather 5971 Silver King Blvd., 673-9939. gathercape.com. Celebrated chefs blend Mediterranean flavors with classics. $$$ MODERN AMERICAN
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Jungle Bird Authentic Tiki 1520 Lafayette St., 471-4111. junglebirdtiki.com. Clever Pacific Rim dishes and signature house rum. $$$ ASIAN
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Marker 92 Waterfront Bar & Bistro/ Nauti Mermaid
5961 Silver King Blvd., 541-5016. marriott.com. Bay views and entrees from these two restaurants at The Westin Cape Coral. $$$ SEAFOOD
bopw Point 57 Kitchen & Cocktails 3522 Del Prado Blvd. S., 471-7785. point-57.com. A critically acclaimed menu from one of Lee County’s best. $$$ MODERN AMERICAN
bo Sage on 47th 1015 SE 47th Terrace, 542-0200. A locally grown chef returns to his roots with this
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buzzy space. $$$ MODERN AMERICAN
Sip & Dine 4820 Candia Street, 540-6800. slatescapecoral. com. New Orleans evoked through its dishes and jazz lounge. $$$ MODERN AMERICAN
The latest in Southwest Florida dining
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Taking Flight This issue focuses on the next generation taking the helm in Southwest Florida. At the center are the descendants of local pioneers who choose to stay and invest in their forebears’ community. The Van Arsdale clan is a staple in Naples, dating back to the 1950s when John C. Van Arsdale, Sr., brought his Cape Cod-based airline to town. In 1980, we covered the airline’s meteoric rise, when Peter (left) and John were taking the reigns from their father. They are seen above with wives Judy (left) and Mifa. Peter and Judy’s daughter, Nina Van Arsdale, continues the family legacy of community engagement. Her mother’s side also has deep roots in town, with Nina’s great-grandfather Allen Joslin building the original Naples Beach Hotel’s golf course in 1929. “This was such a wonderful place to grow up, and I wanted my daughter to experience what Naples has to offer,” Nina says of her decision to move back from Los Angeles. Today, she is a strong supporter of Naples Zoo, which she grew up visiting as a kid, as well as Youth Haven and STARability Foundation. “Naples is really like no other
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