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OEMI PEREZ, who grew up in a trailer in Immokalee, always had goals. Even at 7, when her mom took her grocery shopping in Fort Myers, she looked up at the same big building every time and said, “Mom, one day I’m going to own that building.” Kid talk? Maybe.

But Noemi, now 36, has left an imprint in Southwest Florida because she has the uncommon quality to realize her goals no matter how steep the odds.

In a recent visit, she told me the inspiring story of her rising from humble beginnings to a place of authority where she can help others growing up as she had. She speaks in a composed manner, but you understand that deep inside burn the passion and will to achieve what she feels must be done.

Her parents came here from Mexico and worked hard as farmhands to support their children. Life changed when her father became disabled. He evolved full-time into ministry work, and her mom started a day care business from home. “I grew up fast,” Noemi says. Her mother was still learning English, and Noemi helped her with things like writing the checks.

At 15, Noemi became a teenage mother. She married Jay, the father, and the two of them worked in the fields as her parents had.

At 17, Noemi went to work as a cashier at a grocery store. People noticed that she was good at what she did and great with people.

“One customer,” she recalls, “suggested I apply for an administrative assistant job at the Collier County Health Department.” She landed the spot and served until the grant funding it ran out. Her networking got her through similar circumstances with positions at Collier County Code Enforcement and the Drill Academy in the Sheriff ’s Office (which housed juvenile delinquents).

When that program shut down, she heard about an opportunity at the Bonita Bay Group, where her sister was working. She signed on

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While there, she and Jay started a business framing houses and providing carpentry services. She left Bonita Bay to devote herself full-time to that, even going to school to get a contractor’s license for it, but had to return to Bonita Bay when a faltering economy forced them to shut down the business.

All of this was a prelude to a recruiting company finding her in a search on behalf of the Immokalee Foundation. She was interviewed for an administrative assistant position in 2008 but, in fact, was hired to fill a student advocate job. The nonprofit serves the local community with programs ranging from early childhood literacy education to college and career prep to advanced vocational training.

And it has been these past 10 years there that best illustrate Noemi’s will and discipline and drive to lead for the best possible reasons.

How committed is she? Well, she decided to go full-time to Hodges University to get her business administration degree in four years.

This, of course, coincided with her full-time job with the Foundation and her duties as a dedicated wife and mother of two. “I’d get home from school those three nights a week at 10, do my homework until 2 or 3 and then be up at 6 to get the kids off to school and go to work. Every minute mattered. With the family wanting to go to the beach and my

school report due, I did both and sacrificed sleep. If you could have studied my blood at the time, you’d have found a lot of energy drinks in there.”

At times, Noemi admits, she was ready to give up. But Jay encouraged her to keep going, and so did others in her family. “One day,” she says, “I went to work and said, ‘I’m done. I can’t do all these things.’ My friends at work staged an intervention to keep me going on all fronts.

They offered to help and said it would all be worth it at the end.”

She was working with college students who saw her doing all this, right up to her getting her B.A. in business administration, and, she says, it inspired them. “I like empowering people,” Noemi says, and recalls especially a shy student, particularly intimidated by strangers.

“I saw he was smart and built on that,” Noemi says. He was into engineering, and Noemi took him to Habitat for Humanity projects, brought in guest speakers in his area of interest and gradually drew him out. He went on to get a degree in civil engineering and an MBA in business administration and now has a job with an engineering firm in Naples. “You’d never know he was once shy,” she says.

In her third year at the nonprofit, Noemi had told people she’d like to run the Immokalee Foundation sometime in the future. She was promoted to program services director in May 2015 and then, yes, she was put in charge of the organization as executive director this past July. “There’s much to do,” she says. “We’re more and more seeking to help kids find their focus early on—starting with sixth-graders.”

And what comes next in her upward career trajectory? “Ask me in a couple of years,” she says. And don’t forget that big building in Fort Myers she’s been eyeing since she was 7. No telling what fine use she could put that to.

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bers of the ecosystem. See a series of mainly nighttime photographs of the phenomenon illustrated through Stock’s hyper-realistic technique of “painting with light” in the exhibit Abandoned Vehicles of the Everglades.

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Island” because all things are possible here. Though we tend to be a bit on the conservative side most of the time, the level of wealth congregated along this strip of sand means that the word “conservative” is relative. Spending $50 million on a house isn’t considered extravagant—that’s just the price. If you can afford it, why not? ¶ Which brings me to why my inner child responds so positively to this area. Dreams can come true. Don’t believe me? I have a picture on my Instagram (@PlanetKorb, if you’re so inclined) that I took while sitting in my car at a stoplight on 41. Looking through my front windshield you see a beautiful Bentley Continental GTC. In my rearview mirror you see another Bentley Continental GTC. I was

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headed to a shopping center, where I parked next to, you guessed it, a Bentley Continental GTC—outside of Marshall’s.

But as much as I applaud the owner of the latter vehicle for saving a few bucks on men’s slacks, the truth is they don’t give those cars away. (At press time, the local Bentley dealer, Naples Luxury Imports, had new ones on the lot priced between $241,000 and $377,000.)

And yet they’re everywhere. It’s almost as if there’s an unwritten rule that in order to move to Naples you must purchase a Bentley.

Now, you may be leasing a beige Lexus and find it little more than a utilitarian device designed to get you from point A to point B. But speaking as a passionate “car guy,” the abundance of ogle-worthy vehicles here is offthe-charts strange.

Another example: A few days later, while driving to a lunch meeting on Third Street South, I passed not one, not two, not three1 but four Rolls-Royces—two Ghosts, one Dawn and a Wraith—in a span of 4 miles. Growing up in upstate New York (dairy country, no less), I could count the number of times I spotted a new Rolls-Royce on exactly zero fingers.

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Look, we all have car stories—our first car, the car we had our first accident in, the car we wish we never sold2, the car we almost froze to death in while waiting for three tow trucks3, etc. You know—car stories. My first love affair began when I was too young to drive but old enough to dream about owning what was then the most remarkable car ever to touch pavement: a Lamborghini Countach.

The Italian beauty had a wing in the front and a wing in the back (why?), and it was a beast in the streets. It featured scissor doors and a V-12

engine—exotic concepts for someone whose parents sported his and hers Plymouth Volares.

The movie Cannonball Run (written by the late, great Car & Driver editor Brock Yates4 and starring everyone who was famous in the 1970s) had just been released, and while sitting in a darkened theater, I fell in love. Irrational?

Yes. Unrequited? To be sure. But isn’t that the type of love that really sticks with you?

The car was featured on the cover of Road & Track magazine that same month, and I had found enough change in my grandmother’s

couch to buy the issue. I can’t recall if there was a centerfold of the car, but there certainly should have been. The horsepower was outrageous, the torque obscene. The rear window was the size of a mail slot—but who cared, as the car sported that massive rear wing, which blocked all hopes of seeing behind you.

Also, it was virtually impossible to get into or out of the car because of the wide sill of the doors. I’m told it was like stepping over a sleeping toddler. But I didn’t care. I was in love. I carried that magazine around with me everywhere

OUT OF HIS MIND 2. For me, that was a 1967 Jaguar XKE fixed-head coupe that is now worth 10 times more than I sold it for.

Ugh. 3. My BMW750il died on a New York highway one night during a record cold snap—18 degrees below zero. The first tow truck got us exactly a quarter-mile before

succumbing to the cold. Tow truck two, whose driver was in the middle of talking smack about company one, died at the off ramp about 1 mile away. Tow truck three arrived only to discover truck two operated with an electric winch that could be operated only if the truck was running. It was not. And

so truck three had to hitch up to the front of truck two, which was hooked to the front of my BMW. And $600 worth of diagnostic work later, I discovered I had run out of gas.

4. I was lucky enough to spend some time with Yates during an exotic car video shoot in New York. He gave me some

excellent advice when he pulled me aside and said, “As a journalist, you’re too poor to consider racing your Porsche.� Too true.

5. Naples Motorsports hosts a Cars and Coffee event the first Saturday of every month from 9 a.m. to noon where car lovers bring their prized possessions for an exotic car

show—with muffins!

6. Old cars are great, but let’s not kid ourselves; at this point they’re really just driveway art. They aren’t comfortable or reliable. As much as I loved my old Jaguar, a new Ford Focus would beat it in every way possible—other than looks.

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I went. And one night, while lying on the living room rug in front of the television, I had the magazine open, flipping back and forth between pictures of the leather-clad interior and glamour shots of the car chewing up the twisty scenery of what I assumed to be California.

Just then one of my sisters jumped on top of me, her left foot landing directly on what looked like the Pacific Coast Highway. As she tumbled to the floor, Big Sur was rocked and did exactly what geologists have been predicting since Richter conceived of his scale. It tore off, veering left and taking the front fender and driver’s side door with it. My very first wreck.

Fast-forward to my college years, when my love affair with Naples began. Yes, the beaches were great. The houses were great. The restaurants were great. But at night I’d go from dealership to dealership looking at the spectacular array of luxury and sports cars lined up under the lights along the roadside—as glamorous as Beverly Hills, but more conveniently located.

Every time I visited Naples I made a pil-

grimage to Publix to pick up a carrot cake and to the dealerships to see if I might spot a Lamborghini, Lotus or some other exotic. Of course, the beauty of Naples, then and now, is that you could just as easily wander through a parking lot of a shopping center and see all manner of luxury and exotic cars. The valet station at Waterside Shops is still perfect for spying Maserati, Ferrari and the like.

Of course, I never had the patience for that, so I would just cruise over to Naples Luxury Imports and lust after the latest offerings from Rolls-Royce, Aston Martin, Bentley, Jaguar, Maserati, Range Rover. The lighting was fabulous, and more often than not someone with a Ferrari or Porsche would pull into the lot to peruse the selection while I was loitering next to my rental car, giving me the impression I was in an episode of Miami Vice—sans the cocaine, gunfire and a sockless Don Johnson.

And Naples has only gotten better for car lovers. Aside from the massive new car dealerships for grand marques such as the

aforementioned Rolls-Royce and Maserati, there are a number of world-class used car dealerships here that either loudly or quietly sell some lust-worthy cars. Naples Motorsports5 on Airport-Pulling Road is probably the bestknown dealership for outrageous cars. At the time of my writing this, it had a Bugatti Veyron convertible in stock priced at a mere $2,299,995.

They also had a Ferrari LaFerrari for even more money. These are used cars, by the way.

Around the corner from there you can wander into Naples Classic Car, which is home to some terrific vintage automobiles, most notably ’70s-era Ferraris and Porsches. In fact, they had four Ferrari Dino 308GT4s on their sales floor during a recent visit, one of them with only 1,070 kilometers on the odometer. Even more impressive was a ’67 Porsche 911S that had a stunning 618 miles on it. True, it was $269,000. But if you’re into old cars6 that are like new, it seems like an interesting option.

After all, now seems as good of a time as any to start another car story.

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EARLIER THIS YEAR, Traders, a Sanibel institution, opened T2. For as

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I’ve recently lost more than 80 pounds, and friends want to know my secret. I had surgery but I don’t want to tell them that.

Is it better to make up a story about a diet and exercise plan? Or should I just tell them the truth?

— PAU L , NAP LE S

Dear Paul, C ong rat u lat ions on t he weight loss. We want to keep your spirits here in good shape, too. Your friends, I’m sure, will wish to congratulate you on your achievement, and it’s understandable that they’d want to know how you did it. They may want or need to lose some pounds themselves. But it’s your secret, and if you’re not wanting to reveal it, just go vague. Tell them it’s something you’re continuing to deal with as you make positive changes in your life, and then change the subject.

That should keep you feeling as in charge of your feelings as you are of your body.

LO D G I N G A N O BJ EC T I O N I’m going to be out of town for a few months, and a friend keeps hinting that she’d like to stay in my condo

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while I’m not there. I am very uncomfortable with this, and I don’t know what to do or say. She has a roommate and I know she would enjoy living alone in my place. Am I a bad friend for not offering her my home?

DE NIS E , NAP L E S

Dear Denise, Sounds to me like you’re a good friend for even considering her hints and taking the time to ask. You’re not running a hotel, nor particularly wishing, I’d guess, to have your things disturbed. Plus, you’d be liable for anything that might happen in your home while you are away. What if she—or anyone she invited over—were injured?

Now, if your friend didn’t have a place to live, your answer might have been different. But in this case, your response is a lock: Just say no.

M AY B E N OT S O S M ART I am worried about my granddaughters. They both recently received cellphones, and their lives are so focused on what is happening online. I know this can’t be healthy, not only for their minds but also for their hands/fingers/necks/ eyes. I know from my limited time on my cellphone that it strains my eyes, hurts my hands and usually upsets me from what I read. Do I tell my son to limit their time on their phones? I think they are on their phones during all their spare time! I have proof that it’s not good for them, and I

only want what is best for them. What should I do?

M AG G I E , FO R T M YE R S

Dear Maggie, These are certainly legitimate concerns. Overuse of smartphones may not be so smart. On the one hand, you don’t want to dictate to your son how he should raise his children. Did you want your mom to tell you how to handle your kids? But, as his mother, you can certainly lay out the facts for him and let him know that you love him. I’d respect his role as a parent and think of ways to engage with the family that won’t allow much time for the devices. That could bring LOL moments for all.

Suzanne Willis is a hospitality consultant and the founder/ CEO (Chief Etiquette Officer) of Mimi’s Manners, specializing in dining etiquette for children, teens and adults.

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When a Fancy Restaurant Goes Rogue WHO KNEW THAT UPSCALE INCA’S KITCHEN TURNS INTO A THROBBING , JOYOUS L ATIN DANCE CLUB FROM 10 P.M. TILL 2 A .M. ON SATURDAY NIGHTS? BY JA N I N E Z E I T L I N

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HE VELVET VIP ropes were up, the red carpet was ready, and the two men largely responsible for transforming this upscale Peruvian restaurant to a swanky Latin dance club were sweaty. Saturday nights, from around 10 p.m. until 2 a.m., Inca’s Kitchen converts into a pocket of Miami-caliber nightlife in North Naples. The uncommon scene materializes in the most common of settings: a mall, the Pavilion shopping center.

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Shortly before 10:30 p.m. on a Saturday in April, German Marin, the party promoter, and Rafael Rottiers, Inca’s Kitchen chef and owner, hustled to clear space as they swapped dining tables, where my party had cleaned our plates of churrasco steak and swordfish, for cocktail-ready high-tops. The lights dimmed. The bass pumped and the restaurant was cast in a sapphire blue hue.

“That’s the secret, that it doesn’t feel like a restaurant,” says Marin, owner of Unique Latin Nights. The Naples company hosts the party with a team of more than 20 that includes bar-

tenders, VIP hostesses, DJs, security guards and a photographer.

This evening was the first anniversary of Inca’s Saturday Latin Night. The idea originates with Marin, who moved to the United States from Colombia in 1996. He began working as a DJ in Southwest Florida around 2008 and has promoted Latin nights at venues in Bonita Springs and Naples before Inca’s Saturdays took off. Now he has plans to branch out to other spots on other nights in Southwest Florida.

My first visit came at the suggestion of a Colombian friend. I was woefully underdressed in a cardigan and blouse, feeling more schoolmarm than chic mom, the latter of which would have been my preference. Dancers flooded the floor in short dresses and tall stilettos. I, on the other hand, carried an umbrella. It was my 7-year-old’s and dotted with hearts and cats.

When the clock struck midnight, I fled in a lame desire for bed. Outside stretched a long line of better-dressed people waiting at the door. Though I’m no expert on Southwest Florida’s nightlife—I dabble in semiannual dance nights—the scene felt entirely rare for here.

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Marin credits the popularity of Inca’s Latin nights to the central location, the proximity to Mercato, which boasts an evening scene of its own, and tapping into a pent-up demand. There are two dance floors in the restaurant-cum-club.

The front room offers upscale Latin music, as Marin describes it, and was where my friends and I danced mostly salsa and bachata. The smaller back room is more Top 40 Latin and Reggaeton and draws a younger crowd, he says.

“On Saturday night, there’s nothing else for the Latino market to do,” says Marin, 39, an AC service technician by day. He notes that most local venues do not deploy promoters.

“Nobody’s going to say, ‘Hey, how are you doing?’ That’s the difference with my parties.

I make them feel like they’re my friends, like they’re special.” Often that entails offering guests shots of aguardiente.

I can attest. Early in the evening on my second visit, Marin distributed shots of this anise-flavored Colombian liquor to our table and blew a whistle to urge us to down them,

as we thereafter learned the alcohol suited its translation: “firewater.” Around 1 a.m., because one of my friends was celebrating a birthday, curvy VIP girls in sequined dresses brought

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out a rhinestone-studded, cake-shaped decoration topped with a sparkler. The packed room clapped, danced and sang to a round of Cumpleaños Feliz.

Never had I seen her smile that wide. Never had I seen so many strangers singing Happy

Birthday so joyfully. Free champagne for the birthday flowed to our VIP table, for which we were required to buy two bottles of liquor ranging from $90 to $210 for the nine of us. The standard cover is $10. Bottles, too, came with sparklers. The tab rang to about $30 per person, affordable compared with clubs in bigger cities.

The crowd varied from coiffed men in their 20s to clusters of women dancing together to older couples. One senior sweetly toted his wife’s large purse as they took to the floor for several songs. Don’t expect to hear any token English hits or to talk, really, because the music is loud. If you don’t regularly listen to Spanish-language music or attend Zumba class, you may recognize only crossovers like Despacito.

Richard Brown, of Naples, is a Saturday night regular. “Most of the time, I’m the last one down,” he says. “I never sit. I never stop.”

He wouldn’t tell me how old he was, or what he did exactly (“business owner”), but identified as a gringo and a fan of Latin dance. He’s been following Marin’s parties for years. “If you want an

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experience as close as you can get to the Latin culture, that’s it,” Brown says. “This is about as classy as you can get.”

One person that night did not appear so exuberant: chef and owner Rottiers. “I don’t have fun,” he admits, though he wants other people

to. “The point here is to have a good time. …

It’s an alternative that you’re not going to find in this area.” But it can be hard for him to see so many people in his restaurant. That Saturday, he had arrived at 11 a.m. and expected to leave by 5 a.m., after ensuring the space was clean and

ready to reopen as a restaurant. At one point, I saw him with a flashlight, guiding a guy with a mop through the crowd. Rottiers wants the food and culture to remain primary at Inca’s Kitchen, he says, but the parties are a boost during off-times for the restaurant. (In the late summer, Marin ended up inking a deal to take over ownership of Inca’s, leaving Rottiers with the less stressful role of chef alone.)

For my second visit, I had dusted off a cocktail dress, literally, in the back of my closet and put it to use. I hadn’t planned on staying until closing but didn’t have an excuse to leave and didn’t look for one. By 2 a.m., my feet hurt and my ears rang once the music stopped. But how often do you have the chance to dance all night in flashing lights with friends and friendly strangers? The space inspires this feeling, even though the sun felt particularly bright the next morning.

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I H AV E T H E P E R F E C T solution for your outerwear needs: the cape. It’s back. Dismiss any dire thoughts of vast, tent-like versions that make anyone under 6 feet tall look shorter than a mushroom; this season’s offerings are everything from elegant and empowering to cozy and comforting.

For sheer functionality, a cape in a waterproof or rain-resistant fabric is ideal for different temperatures and unpredictable climates. Iterations inspired by the colors and patchwork quilts of the heartland—another key trend this fall—are perfect if you prefer your cape to be easy and unstructured. If your style is long and lean, go with a fitted version in fabric or leather that can be worn with a belt slotted through the armhole openings.

Whatever you pick, this season’s new favorite is capable of more than just good looks.

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A Family Pool Party H I G H O N Y O U R L I S T of considerations when dressing for a family-friendly pool party should be practicality. With a variety of ages in attendance and water-based activities on the program, you need to don easy-care clothing that doesn’t mind being dipped in chlorine, splotched with ice cream or splattered by condiments when it’s time for the barbecue. While colorful printed swimsuits are a good foil for such mishaps, not everyone is comfortable in bright swimwear. And black—well, that’s just a bit unimaginative.

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Oasis Trail This year’s CME Group Tour Championship promises to be another exciting year as the world’s best female golfers arrive in Naples from November 12-18, 2018 at Tiburón Golf Club. To compete in Championship play at the CME Group Tour Championship, players must be one of the top 72 LPGA Members or tied for 72nd on the Race to the CME Globe Points Standing at the conclusion of the Blue Bay LPGA. LPGA Members, not otherwise qualified, and non-members who win at least one Official LPGA Tournament during the season will also qualify for Championship play. Players also participate in a season-long points program called the Race to the CME Globe. At the conclusion of the CME Group Tour Championship, the player who has earned the most points during the season earns the Race to CME Globe title and a $1 million prize.

Returning for its fourth year, the Oasis Trail is the perfect opportunity for fellow foodies. Golf fans can enjoy menu items from a variety of Southwest Florida restaurants while watching Championship play from Thursday through Sunday. Suites are located on the 16, 17 and 18 greens of Tiburón Golf Club to give fans the best views of the course.

“The Oasis Trail at the CME Group Tour Championship introduces spectators to some of the best restaurants in Southwest Florida,” Diaz said. “With unlimited samples, drinks and multiple viewing decks, you cannot beat the price for this experience.”

However, watching championship play is not the only way spectators can enjoy the tournament. Fans have the unique opportunity to participate in a wide array of activities for the whole family.

“The CME Group Tour Championship has become an annual tradition for many golf fans,” tournament director Kevin Diaz said.

“We couldn’t be more excited to offer a variety of events for fans to celebrate the finale of a fantastic LPGA season.”

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“The CME Group Tour Championship has become an annual tradition for many golf fans.” - Kevin Diaz The Oasis Trail ticket is $40 for a single day or $120 for an Oasis Trail Any Day Four Pack (combination of any 4 Oasis Trail daily tickets). Oasis Trail tickets grant access to all Oasis Trail locations as well as general admission access to the golf tournament.

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Globe Lounge The Globe Lounge is another hospitality option for spectators to enjoy from Thursday through Sunday of tournament week. Overlooking 18 green, tickets for this open-air hospitality suite are inclusive of lunch and a full bar, afternoon snacks and access to the patio, seating areas, televisions and private restrooms.Tickets for the Globe Lounge are valid any one day of tournament week for $100. Any Day 4 Packs (combination of any 4 Globe Lounge daily tickets) can be purchased for $350.

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Among Sandi Moran’s many showings of talent, heart and soul?

Providing a home to Hattie, Buddy, Tica and Stella. Read on starting on the next page.

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What Doesn’t She Do Well?

MOTHER TO MORE THAN HER BIOLOGICAL FAMILY, WINNER OF DANCE COMPETITIONS, AWARDWINNING BROADWAY PRODUCER, SUCCESSFUL PHIL ANTHROPIST … SANDI MOR AN IS A FORCE WHEREVER SHE ALIGHTS. BY A R T I S H E N D E R S O N

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HEN SANDI MORAN steps into a room, all eyes tend to fall on her. Not because she’s f lashy (she isn’t; in fact, she’s naturally understated) or because she towers over others (she’s actually quite diminutive in size).

Rather, it’s a combination of elements—her posture, her grace, the way she radiates warmth—that makes people gravitate toward her. Moran is best known locally for her involvement with the Naples Children & Education Foundation, which is behind the Naples Winter Wine Festival, but her roles in the foundation and the festival, though substantial, don’t entirely define this powerhouse of the Gulfshore community. She’s also a competitive ballroom dancer and Tony-winning Broadway producer, as well as a mother with three children of her own and an additional three children she calls her “adoptions of the heart.”

A fifth-generation Floridian, Moran was born in Miami and spent her early years in Naples. Though she attended high school near Nashville and college at Vanderbilt and the University of Florida, she found herself back in Naples after graduating. That’s where she met her husband, Tom Moran, a financial adviser and New York transplant who hailed

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from a northeastern Irish family.

“He was the very first Yankee that ever married into my family,” Moran says. “It was quite the culture shock for him. With Southern families, there’s no such thing as

With Southern families, THERE’S NO SUCH THING AS A LOCKED DOOR. You show up at each other’s house any time of day or night.”

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a locked door. You show up at each other’s house any time of day or night.”

Moran’s family, who owned citrus acres and raised cattle and at one time was the largest seed grower in the state, was quick to introduce Tom to Southern living, including

foods like mustard greens and cornbread.

“That’s the one he laughs about the most,” Moran says.

After the couple married, they had three children, Kevin, Kylen and Patrick, and Moran dedicated herself to philanthropic causes around Collier County. The pair helped organize an annual wine tasting and auction to benefit a local youth charity, and the event was so successful that, along with the push from some Naples visionaries, the fundraiser was expanded into something grander. Thus the Naples Winter Wine Festival was born in 2001.

The Morans stepped back from the festival—their oldest son has dysgraphia, a learning disability, and they decided that Moran would homeschool all three children until high school—but in 2010 they returned as trustees.

“I was blown away by how much NCEF was doing,” Moran says of coming back after her time away. “I saw how they were not just supporting a large number of charities financially but helping to direct them and the services they could provide in a better way for the children of Collier County. They took initiative to see what the unmet needs were and how they could meet those needs.”

This year, Moran has been appointed the NCEF board’s chairwoman.

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Though Moran is modest about her role in the festival’s continued triumphs, it’s clear that she’s a woman who knows how to cultivate success. Her three children have all excelled—her oldest son is earning his Ph.D. in entomology; her daughter was recently named to the top 100 of Forbes’ list of next-generation financial advisers; and her youngest son just graduated from Harvard. She’s also a competitive ballroom dancer, and, though she only started dancing in 2015, she regularly takes home first place medals.

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who co-owns DanceLife in Bonita Springs, trains Moran and dances as her partner in pro-am ballroom competitions. He had this to say about her: “What I observe is a great work ethic— she’s always on time, always prepared, always does her homework, practices by herself—and a great, great attention to detail. I think that really is important in business, in life, in everything. It’s the details that make it, and she’s definitely not just running through those. She’s trying to understand them, asking questions constantly to get a deep understanding of everything. And she’s very, very positive.”

Recently, Moran has brought this posi-

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tive attitude and desire for success to a new Moran’s producing duties match well project: Broadway producing. with her instinctive generosity—she’s some“A friend of mine invited a small group of one who has been gifted with what can only friends to a dinner party, and I sat next to his be described as a big heart—and when it friend Hunter Arnold, who is a Broadway comes to talking about children, Moran has producer,” Moran says. “He regaled us with a lot to say. In addition to her three biologstories of Broadway. I was fascinated with ical children, she has nurtured three other the business, and I started children. When a young investing small.” man from China came to Her initial contribulive with the family eight tions were financial, but years ago as part of an international exchange over time Moran has given more and more input on program, he never left (as She has a the shows she produces.

Moran jokingly puts it), With Anastasia, which and he recently earned tremendous is on Broadway now, she his master’s at Notre amount of gave feedback on some Dame. Moran refers to of the scenes and worked him as her adopted son. business acumen w it h t he show’s tea m “We love him dearly,” combined with on costuming. When it s he s ay s . “My c h i lcomes to selecting which dren think of him as a A FIERCE PASSION shows she’ll be involved brother.”

FOR THE ARTS.” in, Moran has a particular When numbering her — K E N DAVE N P O R T children, Moran a lso interest in musicals. This includes t he son and year, a musical she helped produce—Once on This daughter of a good friend Island—took home the who passed away.

2018 Tony for Best Revival of a Musical.

“We took her kids under our wing,” she “I ran down to the stage as fast as I could says. “We’ve just been there to support them in high heels and a long dress,” Moran says like a parent. Not replacing their mother, of her big Tony moment. but just making sure that that they had a Ken Davenport, president of Davenport home.”

Theatrical Enterprises in New York, was the Moran is adept at providing a home to those who need it, down to the smallest lead producer on Once on This Island and worked with Moran. creatures. Like Buddy, her 17-year-old Jack “I think the world of her, and she’s a very Russel mix who’s totally deaf; Stella, her important part of our business up here,” he German shepherd mix; Tica, the abandoned says. “Sandi is exactly the type of partner chihuahua who spent a month running wild I look for on my shows. She has a tremenin the woods behind a friend’s house before dous amount of business acumen combined Moran could rescue her; and Hattie, short with a fierce passion for the arts. I know my for “Mad Hatter,” the bulldog who’s undershows have a better shot at success when going chemo but who still makes Moran she’s on my team.” laugh every day.

As part of the perks of being a producer, If Moran seems to have something of a Moran has attended Broadway’s opening charmed life, it’s because she’s worked hard nights and after-parties. She’s even rubbed for it. She brings the full force of her efforts elbows with theater royalty. to all her endeavors, and in turn she shines “One of my first experiences was getting the light of her personality on those who to meet Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew surround her. It’s no surprise that she’s been Broderick,” Moran says. “They were so nice. met with success on the dance f loor, on We talked for about 30 minutes, mostly Broadway, in her family and in the greater about children. It was really fun.”

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H E R E ’ S N O T H I N G T H AT Ms. Adventure loves more than a well-appointed hotel room. ¶ From the second I walk into the room, the freezing cold air-conditioning makes me giddy. After I get a whiff of the freshly laundered linens, I immediately head for the balcony to take in the view. Like a 6-year-old, I then scamper over to the minibar to gaze at the $12 bag of M&M’s and the $16 bottle of sparkling Evian water.

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Finally, I hop onto the bed and stretch out in order to fully enjoy the luxurious pillowtop mattress. And while I’m partial to a RitzCarlton or a Hyatt resort, I’m thrilled with a boutique hotel—in fact, I’ll happily stay in a La Quinta or a Red Roof Inn as long as it’s clean and the staff is welcoming.

After all, travel can be a struggle. Hotels make it bearable.

At the very least, hotels provide me with a comfy bed, a blow-dryer, a coffee maker and cable TV. In a perfect world, I get a view of the Gulf, fabulous room service and a bellman who always says, “My pleasure, Ms. Davis.”

Alas, there’s not much adventure to checking into a hotel, unless you include getting lost at the resort while trying to find the spa for your $120 pedicure (true story).

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But, let’s face it. Adventurers don’t stay in hotels—adventurers stay at campgrounds.

Which is exactly what my husband and I did for a weekend this summer: We glamped.

It all happened rather suddenly. One Saturday last spring, my husband, Todd, took me to an RV dealer to look at Airstreams. I went along for the ride, thinking it was just a lark on his part. Besides, I was curious.

I had seen the shiny aluminum trailers on the roads for years, and they intrigued me.

I wondered what the attraction was. After all, there are so many enormous motorhomes with fireplaces, and wide-screen TVs, and garages, and hidden pop-out rooms—why would anyone go with an Airstream instead?

But, after walking through several of them, I got it. The Airstreams were cool, retro, streamlined and practical—and, yes, glamorous, in an Ikea sort of way. Our

We settled on the name Dorothy, WITH THE HOPES THAT GLINDA THE GOOD WITCH would always have our backs.

favorite was a 22-foot Airstream Sport with a good-size kitchen, a comfy dining room/ living area with a flat-screen TV, a roomy bathroom and a hotel-worthy queen-size

bed. Afterward, we went to lunch, and I forgot all about it until a couple of days later when Todd called me and said, “Guess what, honey? I bought our Airstream today.

No more hotels for us!”

The day we went to pick up our new tiny house on wheels, I looked it over carefully for storage. I suppose for most people there’s plenty, but I was a little daunted.

When I pack, I tend to throw all my favorite clothes into a suitcase with the intention of deciding what I’ll wear once I’m there.

But when it comes to camping life, one has to be practical. There’s a place for everything—and ideally, those things are small. There’s no room for clutter.

For our maiden voyage, a weekend at the Periwinkle Park campground on Sanibel Island, I packed one pair of pajamas, two pairs of shorts and two T-shirts, and it wasn’t easy.

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nas and a variety of feathered wildlife. I even saw a baby alligator slip from the bank into the river, but as long as he and his parents stayed away from Dorothy, Sam and Ethel, I was fine.

We sat outside at night and marveled at the stars while listening to mosquitos fly into our bug light and zap themselves to eternity. We talked a lot about future trips and even fantasized about road-tripping across the United States in Dorothy, until we realized that we would need money, food and health insurance. Still, during the entire weekend, we didn’t talk about work once.

But, as a former hotel junkie, I can say that I’m going to enjoy Dorothy the Airstream a lot, and I can’t wait to escape for more adventures with her. If nothing else, I’ve learned that I can exist an entire weekend with just enough clothes to fit in a tote bag.

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As luck wou ld have it, t he storm stopped just as my soaking wet husband finished the 30-minute process of securing Dorothy. We turned on her airconditioner, made some cocktails and started putting every little thing in its place. It was around 782 degrees outside, so I was amazed to see campers camping in actual tents all around us. But, they appeared to be millennials, and people in their 20s do so much better with the elements than do the rest of us.

We unfurled our awning and, to make our site look homey, put out two decorative plastic pink flamingos. (We randomly named them Sam and Ethel.) It wasn’t The Ritz (no room service or chocolates on our pillows), but we slept great and even figured out how to make hot coffee in the morning with a French press.

I took a walk around the campground and spotted two turtles, a handful of igua-

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borders the Sanibel River, I Googled female names associated with adventure. We settled on the name Dorothy, with the hopes that Glinda the Good Witch would always have our backs.

Apparently, Glinda’s not in control of the weather, though, because when we arrived at our shady, tropical campsite, an afternoon thunderstorm suddenly reared its ugly head directly on top of Dorothy. It was raining sideways, there was lightning all around, and Auntie Em was nowhere to be found.

We sat in our SUV for about 15 minutes and stared at the weather radar on Todd’s iPhone. The storm wasn’t moving. Todd threw caution to the wind and got out to unhitch Dorothy and hook up her electricity, plumbing, etc. Meanwhile, I stayed in the comfort and safety of our vehicle with my fingers in my ears and prayed that Todd wouldn’t get struck by lightning.

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Obviously, what is lacking is the PHILANTHROPY.

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N A W O R L D O F on-demand entertainment, museums and historical sites around the country are finding it difficult to adapt and stay relevant.

Some look to blockbuster exhibitions or acquisitions.

But that isn’t in the cards for the Edison & Ford Winter Estates. As valuable as they may be, even the most exciting artifacts from the life of Thomas Edison or Henry Ford don’t cause as much of a stir as the Estates would like. This is compounded by the fact that the downtown Fort Myers historical museum and botanical garden relies more heavily on admissions than do similar organizations. It doesn’t have the same robust philanthropic support as, say, Artis—Naples or Naples Botanical Garden. All of this might concern Michael Flanders, the architect and former Fort Myers city councilman who this year assumed the reins as CEO of the Estates. Instead, he sees a bright future with great potential to be an even more important part of the city’s ecosystem.

Myers since 1984, and since 1998 I’ve been doing two jobs as a member of Fort Myers City Council. I don’t think it would have worked if my offices hadn’t been just a few blocks away (from each other). In that time, I was really focused on bringing back downtown Fort Myers. And now, for the first time since really the 1970s, downtown is the epicenter of activity in the city. So, it felt like the right time to leave. And I’d like to just have one job at this point in my life.

My architecture firm will close by the end of the year, per my agreement with the Edison Ford board.”

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“It’s an exciting and challenging time to move to the Estates. It’s a time for thinking about what the future of this organization will be. We have so much we can and need to be doing that we aren’t doing yet. That’s why I’m here. I can offer a strategic vision for the future.”

“We need to involve the community more.

Museums should be as much of a community gathering place as they are a holder of artifacts. We have 17 acres of historical gardens and buildings, but then we have another 5 to 6 acres that are not historical. That’s where we can focus on building something for the community. We can create a space that the community can use for so many different things, which is something that is lacking now.”

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“In a perfect world, museum funding should be 60 percent from admissions and 40 percent (from) elsewhere, from things like grant writing and philanthropy. In 2017, admission was 65 percent, retail was 18 percent, memberships 6 percent and special events 10 percent.

Obviously, what is lacking is the philanthropy.

We feel good about our admission numbers; we are really strong in retail. But we need to do more in the other areas. We need to get away from always needing to sell something for revenue.”

ON HO W T O F I X T HE F UNDR A IS ING P ROBL E M

“First, you have to have diversity in the people you serve. We need to touch all different types

of people. If you don’t appeal to a lot of people, your pool of potential donors is small. So we need to be broad in our offerings. Then we have to create a vision people can get behind. That’s why I’m here. We have to have a compelling reason for people to support the cause. We are getting ready for a campaign with maybe an $18 million first phase, and I don’t think it’s unreasonable to have that level of community support.” —Jonathan Foerster OCTOBER 2018 GULFSHORE LIFE

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Hartington-Hansen Romance … Hosting a Fishing Star … Travolta Reappears … and More

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In fact, it’s so steamy that most people flee north to escape the heat. So, it was a surprise to see that at least a couple of celebrities were undaunted by the humidity and enjoyed Southwest Florida in the off-season. Kevin Nealon made an appearance at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre in June to raise funds for Hope Hospice and sold out the whole theater.

There were more than 500 folks in attendance to see the former SNL cast member’s hilarious stand-up act. Kevin’s no stranger to Southwest Florida, though—his mother, Kathleen , sister Kimberly and brother Chris have lived here for years. Kevin’s dad, Emmitt , recently passed away and Hope Hospice was there for him—and

Jay and Courtney Hartington walk the streets of Sicily following their wedding ceremony.

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The sparks first flew between Jay Hartington and Courtney Hansen poolside in Los Angeles 5 years ago. Jay, co-owner of Marissa Collections, and Courtney, TV host and former fashion model, met while in California for the wedding of artist Lana Gomez and comedian Sebastian Maniscalco.

The Hartington-Hansen love connection came about in large part due to Lana’s stepsister, Kristin Cartwright, who in July was among the who’s who guest list for Jay and Courtney’s spectacular summer nuptials in Taormina on the east coast of Sicily. “Lana was moving to LA after college and Courtney had been in living there for over 10 years,” Kristen recalled. “I called Court and told her it would be nice if Court would reach out to her.” The two became close friends, and then came the wedding invite that brought together Who is that friends from both coasts. Kristin remembers CUTE GUY in the Courtney asking her about the handsome man in the pool. “ I said, ‘Jay. You don’t know Jay?’” The pool?”

— CO U R TN E Y H A N S E N rest is history. —Chad Oliver

PROVIDED BY HOPE HOSPICE (LEFT); FULVIO LO GUIDICE / MICAELA SCIMONE (RIGHT)

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Kevin was generous to give back. There was a reception before the show where Kevin graciously posed with fans. In fact, 93X radio personality Sadie Barbara got a selfie with the star and he complimented her dress (“Can you believe it?” she says.

“Kevin Nealon loved my dress!”). During the reception, Kevin doted on his mom, who beamed the whole night. “I’m so proud of Kevin and all our children,” she said. I loved running into so many supporters of Hope Healthcare, including Will Prather of the Broadway Palm holding hands with his girlfriend, Maureen Green; Eric Raddatz of the Fort Myers Film Festival; Realtor Craig Wolf (a close friend of the Nealon family, Craig introduced Kevin before the show); and restaurateur Daniel Kearns and his wife, Nicole. Darlene Grossman, development liaison for Hope Healthcare, tells me that the evening brought in $50,000 for the cause …

A friend to many is Katie Haas , who worked for the Boston Red Sox Florida division for 20 years. As VP of operations, she oversaw the opening of JetBlue Park and made a huge splash in Southwest Florida, lending her time to a variety of nonprofits.

Alas, the tennis world took notice, and Katie is now in Cincinnati as the chief operating officer of the Western and Southern Open, a United States Tennis Association tournament that draws about 200 of the world’s best players and almost 200,000 spectators. (I told her she has to send me a selfie of her and Serena Williams .) Katie, her husband, Danny, and their two little ones are missed—but luckily for Katie’s bestie, Lydia Black of Alliance for the Arts, Allegiant Air flies from Southwest Florida to Cincinnati for a song. “I’m so excited for the Haas family,” Lydia says. “New adventures, new places to explore and lots of awesome opportunities—but we’re sure going to miss them all.” —Stephanie Davis

STAR VISIT

Restaurateur and community mover and shaker Sandy Stilwell

Youngquist hung out with a celebrity this summer, as Wild Bill (Captain “Wild” Bill Wichrowski), star of the Discovery Channel’s popular fishing show Deadliest Catch, showed up on Captiva and Sandy and her husband, Tim Youngquist, happily played tour guides.

Says Sandy, “We had so much fun showing Wild Bill around Captiva Island! We made the rounds from Sunshine Seafood Cafe to RC Otters and had dinner at Keylime Bistro. Then we headed over to Bimini Bait

There were lots of laughs FOR SURE!” — SA N DY S TI LW E LL YO U N G Q U I S T

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Shack. He’s such a genuinely nice guy, and people recognized him wherever we went.” Sandy and Tim really hit it off with Wild Bill, so a few weeks later, they joined him and some friends at Harbor Island in the Bahamas. Famous friends are fun. —Stephanie Davis

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top and that million-dollar smile, it was him, all right. “DJ Diesel is Shaq !” That’s how Naples photographer Lane Wilkinson described her brush with the sun-drenched star while in the Bahamas. The SLS Baha Mar in Nassau brought in the basketball legend to enterLane Wilkinson (left) at a party with Shaq tain guests in between sipping rosé and canoodling in cabanas. It’s all about Food Network’s Best in Smoke 2012. An undercover operation by the Florida Fish whom you know. Tickets for Shaq’s poolside party cost $200 a person. Lucky for Lane, she and Wildlife Commission netted the arrest made friends with a guy who let her family and hit him with six misdemeanor charges, in for free. Then, next thing she knows, she’s including buying undersize snook from an “partying with a super DJ who just happens to unlicensed dealer. At the time, Erling was the be Shaquille O’Neal—wow!” A trip that started head chef of Cafe Luna … as an early birthday present for her daughter John Travolta turned heads on Fifth Avenue in Naples. No greased-back hair, ended with a mid-summer surprise … though. He was spotted on a sweltering Now that fall is here, it’s open season again for snook. An award-winning Naples Sunday evening in late July. Last year, Scene chef apparently couldn’t wait. In July, dep& Heard told you about Travolta sitting down uties hauled in Todd Erling, who won the for a piano session at Barbatella restaurant on Third Street. This time on Fifth, he wore a jean jacket, black trucker hat and scruffy beard—but it wasn’t enough of a disguise to keep people from stopping him and Chad Oliver is a prize-winning anchor for NBC2 News. Stephanie Davis is a posing for pictures outside Yabba Island freelance writer and columnist known for her passion for downtown Fort Myers.

Grill. Indeed, a summer night to remember.

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A VERY SPECIAL COURTSHIP

How and why a Shih Tzu named Scout has become such a treasure in Judge Judy Sheindlin’s life B Y LY N M I L L N E R

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Scout Sheindlin is an excellent judge. She’s curious, even-tempered, sensitive and utterly without guile.

And she has been at the feet and on the furniture of America’s favorite judge for three years. Scout is one of three Shih Tzus (pronounced “shee-dzoo”) belonging to Judith Sheindlin, of the Emmy Award-winning Judge Judy show, in its 23rd season.

Sheindlin, who lives in Naples, hears hundreds of cases a year in her small-claims television court. She listens to people who cheat, bully, steal, fight, cry—and lie. As you know if you watch the show, as millions do every day, the judge can’t abide a liar.

“Baloney,” she says with a wave of her hand, dismissing a cockamamie story from a defendant or plaintiff. Incidentally, Scout steers clear of baloney, too. “The doctor said no more beef,” Sheindlin explains.

The judge once said famously, “When you can't look at me in the eye and tell me the story, that means you're lying.”

Scout always looks you in the eye. She’s built for it. Her face turns up, revealing large, dark, inquisitive eyes and a square muzzle. White and gold hair fountains from a ponytail atop her head. She is, in a word, adorable.

“I sound like I’m describing a grandchild,” Sheindlin says when talking about Scout.

She named the dog after the main character in Harper Lee’s novel To Kill a Mockingbird, a girl who was straightforward, curious and always into something. That was Scout from the time she arrived at the Sheindlins’ as a chrysanthemum-faced puppy.

Sheindlin’s two other Shih Tzus, Bogey and Diva, are from the same litter, but they’re skittish, frightened by traffic, homebodies. Very different from Scout.

“As soon as I get into my pocketbook,” Sheindlin says, “she’s all over my leg. ‘Take me, take me, take me. I wanna go, wanna go, wanna go.’”

So, Scout goes. When Sheindlin boards the plane for Los Angeles to tape the show, Scout is in her carrier with a view of the judge’s feet.

Scout is 5 pounds, 8 ounces and travels light—leash, poop bags and a gerbil water bottle.

Sheindlin and Scout re-create an ancient story from Shih Tzu lore by making these trips. According to legend, the Tibetan Buddhist God of Learning traveled with a little lion dog. The words “shih tzu” are from a Mandarin phrase meaning “lion son dog.” The god’s little dog could transform itself into a full-sized lion. Which, metaphorically, Scout does.

“Scout acts as if she owns Beverly Hills,” Sheindlin says.

With its long, full mane, the Shih Tzu resembles a lion, but it’s also “several teaspoons of rabbit, a couple of ounces of domestic cat, one part court jester, a dash of ballerina, a pinch of old man, a bit of beggar, a tablespoon of monkey, one part baby seal and a dash of teddy bear.” This recipe is from American composer and teacher James E. Mumford.

While the judge tapes the show, 52 days out of the year, Scout basks in the attention of people coming and going through the greenroom.

She is never lonely. “There are millions of people there at all times,”

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several teaspoons of rabbit, a couple of ounces of domestic cat, one part court j e s t e r, a d a s h of ballerina, a pinch of old man, a bit o f b e g g a r, a tablespoon of m o n k e y, o n e part baby seal and a dash of t e d d y b e a r.

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THREE’S COMPANY Sheindlin’s Diva and Bogey (left and center) may be from the same litter, but they are much less confident than the ever-curious Scout.

Sheindlin says. There’s another Shih Tzu in the room, belonging to the makeup artist, but Scout prefers attention from people. In fact, she commands it.

“The only time she barks is when you ignore her,” Sheindlin says.

“She likes to be adored, as we all do.”

That’s why many people own dogs, Sheindlin says. “It’s a desire to have another living creature adore you and be reliant on you for its sustenance and its walking and its play.”

Sheindlin notices that, especially in Naples, people are very attached to their dogs and take them everywhere. She has had pets all of her life, but for many of the people she meets in Bay Colony, dogs are a recent addition.

“People are so thrilled for the most part when their children have left home,” she says. “There’s not a lacrosse game, or a soccer game, or a tutor, or a friend to pick up. Then they get a dog.”

They have left their businesses and other achievements that gave them their footprint, she says. “Maybe they’re looking for something other than golf to give them an emotional boost.”

Dogs are easier to be with than people, Sheindlin says with typical frankness.

“If you live with a mate, there are times when they do something to annoy you. Dogs really don’t do anything that’s annoying. Their entire mission, most of the time, is to please you.”

Scout does that well. Sheindlin says she puts a smile on her face.

Veterinarian Kirk Teschke, DVM, sees a lot of Shih Tzus at Estero Animal Hospital. It’s a very popular breed. They’re outgoing and gregarious, and they enjoy everyone’s company, he says, including other dogs. “They’re good companions. They’re like little people.”

As you might expect from the dog of the straight-talking star, Scout has no cutesy nicknames. She’s just “Scout.” That’s all. She is sure of herself and of her likes and dislikes, which are as follows. Likes: coconut oil, Waterside Shops and her miniature plush Gucci purse with a handle. Dislikes: being left at home. The Sheindlins often eat at restaurants with outdoor seating so they can take her along.

“She’s good for us because she gets us downtown a couple of times a week,” Sheindlin says.

In her courtroom, Sheindlin hears dozens of cases a year involving pets: arguments over vet bills, breeding practices, custody, dog bites and more.

It frustrates her that the law treats animals as property. That’s what

a man argued in a recent case, after he accidentally dropped a friend’s teacup Yorkie. The dog squirmed when he was holding it. He refused to pay the $10,000 bill for resetting its leg.

“If you picked up someone’s baby, and the baby started to fuss,” Sheindlin said to him, “if you dropped it, it would be your fault.”

But, the man argued, it’s property. If it were a car, he reasoned, you wouldn’t pay more to fix it than what you paid for it.

“There we come into the difference in my view of whether or not a dog is a piece of property,” Sheindlin says. “I finally said to him, ‘Even if I were to accept the law, what if you picked up her antique crystal vase and it was slippery and you dropped it? Could you argue that it was the vase’s fault?’” The episode hadn’t aired at the time of this writing, but you might be able to guess her ruling.

She would like to see the law changed.

“An animal is more than a pen or pencil or your favorite sweater.

It’s something that has built up an emotional attachment to someone.”

Which brings us to the Baby Boy episode on Judge Judy. The case aired in 2012 and went viral on the internet. The dog, Baby Boy, was a mixed-breed poodle, and both parties claimed to own him.

The plaintiff said the dog had been stolen from him. The defendant said she had purchased it from a woman on the street.

“A life-changing day,” boomed a disembodied voice in the episode’s teaser. “Someone will leave happy.” In slow-motion, black and white footage, the woman wiped away a tear. “And someone will leave broken-hearted.” The man covered his face with his hands.

“The question is,” Sheindlin said, “Is this his dog?”

There was only one living being who could decide this case.

“Bring the dog into the courtroom,” Sheindlin instructed an assistant.

At this, the defendant became fidgety. She held up some papers from the vet, containing vitals about the dog but settling nothing.

Judge Judy, over her rimless readers, appraised the defendant, seeming to have made a decision already.

In a suspenseful sequence interrupted by a commercial break, the dog was brought into the courtroom. A collective “aww” rose from the audience. The excited plaintiff called out to the dog in an urgent voice, “Hey, boy! Hey, Baby Boy!” It was a moment of unbounded joy, teetering on heartbreak. You could sense all the car rides the two had taken together, their afternoons at the dog park, bones from the butcher, tennis balls, ice cream.

The assistant placed the dog on the floor and set it free. Baby Boy scrambled as fast as he could to the man, hopping on his trouser leg, pawing frantically to be picked up, and leaving no question as to who owned his heart.

The defendant protested: “Judge, he does that to everybody.”

Sheindlin looked at the woman and mouthed silently, “It’s his dog.”

“That’s all,” she said to the parties. “Take the dog home.”

Millions of internet viewers have marveled at Sheindlin’s ingenuity to let the dog be the judge, but Sheindlin says the case was selfexplanatory.

“I felt the dog had the right to choose.”

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The Dishes We’re Famous For BY DOROTHEA HUNTER SÖNNE

FIVE ICONIC SPECIALTIES THAT ARE MUST-EATING HERE

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s much as sweet ambrosia and Dionysus’ happy potion defined what the gods indulged in, these dishes have achieved near mythic status in our own local food lore.

Whether you’ve lived here for 20 years or you are just visiting for a week, you need to check out these recipes that have defined the restaurants that invented them.

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Butternut Squash Ravioli

ANGELINA’S RISTORANTE 24041 S. Tamiami Trail, Bonita Springs, 390-3187, angelinasofbonitasprings.com

Perhaps what Angelina’s is most famous for is its climb-up wine tower, which ascends into the cathedral ceiling like a spinning castle turret and houses more than 4,000 bottles. And then there’s the complimentary limoncello shots to end each flawless meal. But what you may not know of, and what keeps regulars returning time and time again to pair with those extraordinary libations, is the equally exquisite butternut squash ravioli.

Aside from the dish being the restaurant’s No. 1 best-seller consistently since the first time the grandiose doors opened 10 years ago, it says something meaningful that the recipe has remained unchanged despite a changing of the guard in the kitchen several times (including a one-year stint by Top Chef finalist Sarah Gruneberg, who also had a 3-year stretch with Michelin stars as the executive chef of Spiaggia). If you see the ravioli mentioned in a Yelp review, chances are it’s a five-star write-up.

Reinvention of the wheel is the secret ingredient, as the dish itself is not groundbreaking or novel. Brown butter-sage treatments are a dime a dozen. But the more-is-more approach deployed here is one you won’t find anywhere else, and it is unforgettable. Candied pecans swim in an orange-infused sauce with currents of truffle oil and peppery arugula—there is sweet, there is tang and there is crunch, all before you even get to the pillowy pockets of puréed squash perfection, making it everything you want in a plate.

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Ginger Apricot Shrimp BHA! BHA! PERSIAN BISTRO 865 Fifth Ave. S., Naples, 594-5557, bhabhabistro.com

You cannot go wrong with anything from the menu at this serene, jewel-toned eatery that elegantly channels the undulating sand dunes of the Middle East. Owner Michael Mir’s family recipes from his native Iran have become the unlikeliest success story in a town that worships its steak and potatoes, crab cakes and coconut shrimp. Not many places can claim a wizard-like balancing act when executing agrodolce notes, nor claim a masterful blend of bites from the deep-fryer with those possessing a velvety smoothness. It’s the ultimate yin and yang, as seen through by-the-book Persian classics and the kitchen’s “innovative Persian” dishes (per Mir), the latter of which take inspiration from the ancestral homeland of Cyrus and Xerxes but inject Florida ingredients and different culinary styles.

This is one such dish that first surfaced at Bha! Bha! (which translates to “yummmmm” in Farsi) when it was in the Pavilion on Vanderbilt Beach Road, long before it moved to the mecca of Fifth Avenue South in 2012. In fact, it has been a staple of his contemporary Iranian-fusion selections since it made an appearance in 2007 in Gourmet magazine. We think its longevity has something to do with the tamarind and pepper mediating the saccharine stewed apricots surrounding the plump shrimp, and the moist pillow of saffron-tinted basmati rice that can soak up every last drop.

Add in one of the bar’s signature martinis, like one with rose petals or even the saffron-infused one for extra bite, plus a serving of the warm and savory haleem bademjune blended eggplant dip to start—and you’ve got the schematic for a legendary meal.

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Miso-Broiled Sea Bass USS NEMO UNDERSEA CUISINE & ADVENTURES 3745 Tamiami Trail N., Naples, 261-6366, ussnemorestaurant.com

If you happen to stumble upon the USS Nemo website, the first fixed image is that of their most popular dish.

The caption beckons: “Come enjoy miso broiled sea bass. It’s our signature fish entrée.”

“Popular” and “signature” are comical understatements.

The restaurant has been holding court for more than a decade with a cast of thousands willing to swear that it’s one of the best pieces of fish they’ve ever had (with TripAdvisor and Yelp reviews to prove it).

Part of it has to do with French-Canadian chef Nicolas Mercier’s penchant for infusing sauces learned in classic culinary training with flavors found in Southeast Asia, a union that works surprisingly well in Southwest Florida. But part of it also has to do with the perfect texture, temperature and blend of flavors that each piece of the plump bass affords. That consistency is what has elevated this dish to iconic status and, as The New York Times printed in 2014, is “almost worth a trip to Naples in and of itself.” Copycat versions of this essentially Japanese preparation can be found across town (as well as across the country, gaining traction in food circles over the past decade), but almost everyone can agree this is the one that needs to be on your bucket list.

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Porterhouse for Two

ANDRE’S STEAKHOUSE 2800 Tamiami Trail N., Naples, 263-5851, andressteakhouseofnaples.com

If picturing your ideal dinner involves you closing your eyes, clicking your heels and imagining you’re in a trendy neighborhood of Miami, the allure of Andre’s Steakhouse will be lost on you. For this temple to an excellent porterhouse is a place for serious lovers of steak—no frills, no garnishes, no stunning visuals on the walls (or otherwise). There have been almost no updates to anything since the restaurant opened in 1993, but the porterhouse—oh, that porterhouse. It accounts for most of the 575,870-plus dinners served there (a feat notched on Jan. 7, 2017). It’s so buttery you could probably slice it with a toothless blade; so thick that if you order a cut for two, it could most definitely serve three; so juicy it leaves a reservoir of au jus behind to repeatedly spoon over your hulking crimson slices.

It’s Naples lore how Andre’s came to be, and if the restaurant induces an eerie round of déjà vu, there’s reason for that: Andre Cottoloni had worked at the preeminent Brooklyn chop house Peter Luger Steak House for a decade when he decided to try his version of that ultra-traditional, tunnel-vision dedication to dry-aged steaks in Florida. He brought with him what he knew best: the oldest of the old-school steakhouse experiences. Here, it’s less picturesque and a bit more dated than what you may remember from New York. But it most definitely has that deity-like worship of the brilliant-cut solitaire of marbled meat that is, mercifully, as decadently rich as we remember.

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Key Lime Pie

KEYLIME BISTRO 11509 Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva, 395-4000, keylimebistrocaptiva.com

In this case, it’s all laid out in the name—Keylime Bistro on Captiva Island puts its money where its mouth is.

You may even find yourself eating dessert first, because the signature Key lime pie is just that good.

In the land where this confection is as ubiquitous as palm trees, most places serve it virgin, save for maybe a dot of whipped cream. That’s part of why the house specialty at this come-as-you-are, tropical-hued café is so notable: It’s not your average slice. The softer-than-average tangy custard base and its delicate graham cracker shell dissolve in your mouth, with a memorable punch coming from a second layer of a cream-cheese-based, super-whipped topping spread on top. Add gobs of fresh whipped cream and drops of Key lime, raspberry and crème anglaise sauces beautifully radiating from under the pie, and it’s a heaven-on-earth experience for sugar addicts.

You might plan a visit for the pie, but you’ll be pleasantly surprised to find that the rest of the menu entices, too. The blackened shrimp over greens with a tomato-orange vinaigrette or island staples like coconut shrimp and almond-crusted mahi mahi are delectable (and affordable) in their own right. And an oft-overlooked fact about this eatery is that, for more than a decade straight, it has won the Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator for its selections that are fathoms beyond what you’d expect to find at a restaurant just a block from one of the most laid-back beaches in Southwest Florida.

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TAKE ON THE TOWN IN STYLE THIS FALL BY LAYERING RICH, DARK AND MOODY PIECES WITH BURSTS OF BRIGHTNESS AND ADORNMENT.

BY MATTHEW KRITIS PHOTOGRAPHY BY TOLGA KAVUT

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Shoes; Stylist’s own. Hat

by Kooringal; earrings

by Sorrelli; backpack by Abbacino; Cypress and Palm Boutique.

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GOLDEN GIRL Jacket by Peter Pilotto; bag by Chloé; Marissa Collections.

Opposite: Skirt; top; hat; bag; Fendi, Waterside Shops. Shoes; glasses; Stylist’s own. Earrings by Sterling Forever; Nordstrom.

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SHADOW AND SHINE

Pants; shoes; bag; Michael Kors. Bodysuit; Max Mara, Waterside Shops. Jacket by 4SI3NNAI; necklace; To The Moon.

Earrings by Sterling Forever; Nordstrom. Scarf (shown on bag); Stylist’s own.

Opposite: Pants; top; jacket; necklaces; bag; Max Mara, Waterside Shops.

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MIX MASTER

Pants and top by AMUR; jacket by Cinq à Sept; hat

by Eugenia Kim; earrings by Jenny Bird; Rouze.

Opposite: Skirt; top; dress (worn as jacket); shoes; earrings; bag; Marilyn’s. Hat; Stylist’s own.

Shot in downtown Naples MODEL Melissa V., MC2 Models HAIR AND MAKEUP Judy Jacomino, Agency Gerard, using MAC Cosmetics FASHION ASSISTANT Tarra Wood

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Naples Garden Club Idea Garden after Irma’s devastation (opposite) and today

How Naples Botanical Garden is rebounding from Irma with great energy and a bold new vision

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It had been known as “The Dancing Tree,” and for years it had greeted Naples Botanical Garden guests as they descended the gentle slope from the plaza honoring legendary Brazilian landscape designer Roberto Burle Marx.

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Florida in the storm’s aftermath, prolonging summer and post-storm stress. By late October, though, anxieties quelled, breezes cooled, and mornings turned perfect for garden strolling. Which is what I am doing on a quiet Friday with Chad Washburn, the vice president of conservation. I do not know the garden well, having visited just once before

The blossoms of “The Dancing Tree”

garden. Rather than curse Irma for taking The Dancing Tree and other botanical heirlooms, they would instead regard her as a catalyst for expediting existing plans and initiating new ones. In the year that followed, the staff began taking the garden into its next era, one marked by a targeted focus on conservation, biodiversity and broadening the role that Naples plays in the larger botanical world.

“The garden won’t ever look exactly the same as it did before the hurricane,” McGinnis wrote in a blog posting shortly after the storm. “It will be different, but just as spectacular.”

the storm, and Washburn indulges my many before- and after-themed questions.

We pause in Brazil, the most seriously damaged garden.

“Is it beautiful? Yes,” he says of a newly replanted patch on Brazil’s fringe. But by botanical garden standards, the bed is unremarkable, he says. There are rows of begonias—a nice-enough plant but rather run-of-the-mill in Southwest Florida. The area we’re examining used to house more than 30 different species; the begonias are merely placeholders until Washburn and other key leaders including Vice President of Horticulture Brian Galligan can acquire something, or multiple

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The tree, in the Ceiba genus of South American origin, sprouts thorns on its bark, spiky and thumb-tack sharp. Barbs aside, this tree’s branches were willowy and bore white, lily-shaped blossoms with mulberry-colored streaks, giving it an entirely friendly effect—a favorite of staff and guests.

It had been grown from a seed Burle Marx had gifted his protégé, Raymond Jungles of Miami, who in turn had given it to Naples Botanical Garden when he designed its Brazil Garden. In the tree, Jungles saw a “sculpture in motion,” and named it accordingly.

Hurricane Irma roared through the garden last Sept. 10, shredding foliage, decapitating palms, ripping limbs—and felling the lovely wooden dancer.

“Heartbreaking,” CEO and President Donna McGinnis said a few days later—of favorites lost, of the entirety of the mess.

All told, winds uprooted or severely damaged some 500 trees. Staff and volunteer horticulturalists from around the country saved about 200 of them. Even so, the wood from unsalvageable trees and other plant matter amounted to nearly 4 acres worth of debris. A third of the canopy was gone; sunlight scorched the ground plants, seared walkways, intensified cleanup.

But Naples’ love for its garden runs deep.

Staff, community volunteers and guest horticulturalists labored incessantly. Three weeks to the day after Irma’s landfall, the garden flung open its gates. For that Oct. 1 reopening, staff members arranged colorful snippets of uprooted flowers and greenery in a giant mandala—the horticultural equivalent of shaking a fist and vowing resilience.

McGinnis and her team faced years of regrowth and replanting. But they decided against merely replicating the pre-hurricane

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“somethings,” more spectacular.

Plant selection is where the botanical garden’s great opportunity lies.

Earlier, Washburn had explained the role botanical gardens play—aside from offering a serene spot for morning strolls—and outlined the leadership team’s aspirations for deepening the garden’s mission.

“A garden is very much a museum of plants,” he says. And just like a museum, it wants to house spectacular, eye-catching flora. In industry lingo, they are known as “charismatic plants”—things with spikes or cones or intricately patterned shapes, awe-inspiring color or stop-you-in-your-tracks fragrances.

“Those kinds of events are a wake-up call. We really need to be out and leading the conservation efforts.”

–CHAD WASHBURN

The Dancing Tree had been a good example.

But the display is only one part of the mission. The others are conservation, research and education.

Washburn pulls out a spreadsheet that tallies specimens endemic to Caribbean and Latin American countries and highlights the species not protected in any botanical garden.

Mexico alone has 438 such trees, Cuba, 299. As he looks for new plants, he’ll target the most vulnerable of species from here and abroad.

A botanical garden, Washburn notes, is a little bit like the Biblical ark—a safeguard against extinction on a planet that increasingly unleashes hurricanes and floods, wildfires and volcanic eruptions.

Conservation had always been part of Naples’ mission, but the windy purge offered the opportunity to reposition that goal from the

periphery to the center.

“The hurricane was a gentle reminder that conservation is important,” Washburn says.

“Those kinds of events are a wake-up call. We really need to be out and leading the conservation efforts.”

Over the coming months, he and Galligan and McGinnis and other senior staff would court botanical garden administrators from Cuba, Puerto Rico, California and other climatic cousins, laying the groundwork for the exchange of plant material, resources and ideas. They wanted, in particular, plants with known “provenance,” or data on their history and places of origin. Plants are like art—the better you can trace their lineage, the more valuable they become.

The seeds of Naples Botanical Garden began germinating back in 1993—25 years ago—with a small group of Naples residents who longed for a horticultural showpiece.

The initial concept was humble. “I thought it would be a little garden across the street from Windstar,” says Linda White, one of those founding residents, referring to a 30acre parcel on Bayshore Drive, opposite the Windstar golf community where she lives for most of the year.

Knowing the garden’s organizers needed more clout—and dollars—behind them, White “cold-called” one of Naples’ leading philanthropists, Harvey Kapnick. Kapnick was unwell at the time, but to White’s great surprise, he returned her call some months later. He toured the land, declared it unsuitably small, and wrote a fat check to bolster acquisition efforts.

Meanwhile, Collier Enterprises owned 68 acres nearby for a proposed new development—one vehemently opposed by Port Royal residents. The developer ultimately gave up. Armed with Kapnick’s donation, the botanical garden founders purchased the Collier land. In addition, they tracked down absentee landlords along Bayshore Drive and persuaded them to sell, amassing another 102 acres.

The land was a mess of melaleuca, Brazilian pepper and similar undesirables. The community was invited in to clear it out. “We went through the land and saved all the things

that could be saved,” remembers longtime volunteer Betty Plum. It’s no wonder that, after Irma, residents full- and part-time alike inundated McGinnis with queries or rushed there to help or sent in $1.2 million worth of donations. The place from its inception was a labor of community love.

Neapolitans may love homegrown, but they don’t necessarily relish the appearance of “homespun.”

They lured one Brian Holley, the charismatic leader of Cleveland Botanical Garden, to transfer his talents here in 2005. Holley, in turn, assembled what the Miami Herald dubbed the “dream team,” a group of renowned landscape architects, including Jungles, to imagine a botanical garden like no other.

The garden would celebrate communities and cultures that, like Naples, fall along the 26th latitude. Those include Brazil, Southeast Asia and the Caribbean. Holley chuckles about his initial disdain for the board’s concept: “Honestly, I thought it was more of a marketing thing than a mission, but as we progressed ... it just emerged as a no-brainer. ... It was brilliant. It really has been an organizing element. It gives you focus.”

The plumeria hills are not the most beautiful part of Naples Botanical Garden.

In fact, you might find them downright offputting, especially when the trees—spindly and sticklike—are not in bloom.

But this is one of the most important areas of the garden, as it houses The National Plumeria Collection, an amalgamation of more than 500 species and cultivars of the flowering tree. That’s what draws Dr. Stephen Brady back there, to try to figure out what to do with it.

Technically, Brady is not on staff, but it’d be hard to imagine Naples Botanical Garden without him. He’s a former internist who in retirement dedicates himself fully to his lifelong love of botany. He was featured in the 2012 documentary The Fruit Hunters and is recognized internationally for his expertise.

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that we needed to do this in a really carefully thought-out, planned fashion,” he says. “The heart of the collection are the charismatic plants. Those are the plants that reach out and grab you by the soul.”

Brady’s hands are in lots of other decisions—from selecting new varieties of mangos to replace the wind-felled ones to growing replacement plants on his nearby 2-acre property. Later, he would be a guiding force behind the senior staff ’s trip to California, which would yield hundreds of new plants.

The globetrotting collector would email the administrators with scavenger hunt-like instructions on what to look for: “At such and such garden, on the northwest corner of such and such building, there’s a tree that should have fruits on it that you need to look for,” is how Washburn describes the memos.

On this particular spring morning, Brady is explaining the decisions that must be made on the plumeria. Irma had uprooted every single tree, Brady says, revealing a gardening flaw—the roots had remained bound in the shape of the pots in which they had sprouted. If the garden must be replanted, the staff agreed, they might as well re-examine their gardening standards. The administration is investing in new forestry pots for many of its young plants—more pricey than standard nursery containers but guaranteed to produce a better root system.

There has been an ongoing conversation, Brady says, about how to make the plumeria collection more visible and visitor-friendly and how to create a rating system so that the least interesting of the trees might be culled.

(The ones registered with the Plumeria Society of America will stay.) “Here’s one I would call a not-very-exciting yellow. That one has a nice, intense color, but I would be looking to replace that with one of the big cerise-colored ones.”

“It’s all curation,” Brady explains. “Now that we are confronted with a damaged garden, we have to decide what to keep and what not to keep. It’s a very important set of decisions. Everybody is thinking about it.”

There are knee-high pantyhose dangling off branches of some trees. The storm and uprooting stressed the trees and interfered with their seed production. “I just want the seeds to not blow away,” Brady explains of the makeshift protective covering. Administrators had

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recently struck a deal with a garden in Brazil to house a duplicate collection there—a safeguard for the next time 140-mile-an-hour winds decide to tear through Naples.

Chainsaws buzz one early February

morning. Brian Galligan, the vice president of horticulture, greets a crew of four from Morton Botanical Garden in Chicago, which is renowned for its trees. They’re doing “corrective pruning,” trimming and reshaping trees that had become lopsided or otherwise damaged in the storm. The Morton arborists are among the many out-of-town horticultural crews that have offered assistance in the year following Irma.

“Those trees were last pruned by me when they were lying on the ground. I told them not to judge me too much,” Galligan says, grinning, watching the arborists at work.

Much of the year following Irma is spent on deepening relationships with other gardens. Galligan, Washburn and other members of their teams visit Cuba twice and host garden administrators from the island. They travel to Puerto Rico to aid a botanical garden’s post-Maria clean up, as so many others had done for them. They tour California gardens. They continue conversations with Haiti’s Botanical Garden of Les Cayes, which

Naples had assisted following Hurricane Matthew in 2016.

New opportunities bloom as a result. With Puerto Rico, for example, the Naples staff is pursuing a memorandum of understanding to protect threatened plants and replicate each other’s collections. “We share more plant material with Puerto Rico than we do with Tampa,” says Galligan, explaining the climate commonalities between Southwest Florida and the island.

They see new potential for shared research, such as studies of “crop wild relatives,” plants that are closely related to domesticated ones.

The garden’s staff already had been working to collect swamp bay seeds from throughout Collier County and examine these avocado relatives for signs of resistance against the laurel wilt fungal disease that is threatening the Florida and California industries.

Hybridize wild and domestic plants, and farmers may stand a chance against cropdestroying pests. “Botanical gardens are probably the best-positioned (institutions) in the world to be able to collect and save crop wild relatives,” Washburn says.

There was talk of Naples, which is young by botanical garden standards, becoming a meeting and training site—a place where botanical gardens from northern and southern hemispheres might come together, McGin-

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Clockwise, from opposite: Vice President of Horticulture Brian Galligan; CEO Donna McGinnis listens to Vice President of Conservation Chad Washburn; seeds of the “silver princess” tree, or eucalyptus caesia; Washburn unveils new plants collected from botanical gardens in California.

nis says. “We are becoming a much bigger player in the (botanical) world—much faster than we would have gotten there without Irma’s help,” she says.

The relationships yield unexpected surprises.

On a cool, dewy mid-December morning, a four-person team from Pennsylvania’s Longwood Garden hauls debris and installs new plants for the children’s garden, one of several projects they tackle during their weeklong stay.

They’d heard about the loss of The Dancing Tree and they offer a gift: Clippings from a tree of the same species growing in their conservatory—installed by none other than Roberto Burle Marx himself. A Naples staff member would retrieve them during her visit over the summer.

The packages arrive on a Tuesday in early June. Nine of them—white Federal Express boxes laid out on a 6-foot folding table and placed outside an administrative building. The delivery is such a big deal that McGinnis calls a staff meeting, and at 1 p.m. employees gather under a shady trellis.

“This is getting real now,” one gardener murmurs to another. Washburn

“We are becoming a much bigger player in the (botanical) world—much faster than we would have gotten there without Irma’s help.”

–DONNA MCGINNIS

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ceremoniously reaches into the first box.

Packed into it are dozens upon dozens of plants—clippings from trees and shrubs, leaves and seeds. “I don’t even know how many these contain,” he says, with Christmas morning-like wonderment.

The plants had come from California following the senior staff members’ participation in an American Public Gardens Association conference and an ensuing tour of nurseries and botanical gardens. They’d amassed a collection of diverse and unusual plants that would fit well in existing gardens or perhaps populate a new one in the future.

“OK, everybody, come have a look,” McGinnis invites. They edge closer. Washburn holds up various specimens. “I have never seen anything like this one,” he says of a ground-covering plant. Then, of another species, “This doesn’t look like much, but it produces beautiful, bell-shaped flowers.”

“That’s beautiful,” coos one staff member to her straw-hatted colleague.

“This is the future of the gardens,” Washburn says.

“Look, these are sprouting already,” Nick Ewy, the associate director of horticulture, says about a week after the FedEx delivery, peering at tender green shoots emerging from a pot in the greenhouse.

Andrea Grace, the nursery manager, over the past week had worked feverishly to plant and root and store the California collection.

“It’s so neat to see all the diversity,” Grace adds. On a table in front of her are some 50 specimens of epiphyllum, flowering cacti, that had come back from California. These leaf clippings will sprout roots and yield an entire array of new plant life for Neapolitans to enjoy.

Nearly every square foot of the nursery is crowded with pots. High on the to-do list is expanding and updating the growing facilities; a new fog house installed just outside of the nursery had been the first step.

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Opposite: This epiphyllum variety, named “Silence,” is one of dozens of new such plants acquired by Naples Botanical Garden during a collections trip to California. Above: Chad Washburn, Curator of Collections Liz Chehayl and Nursery Manager Andrea Grace look over the new epiphyllum collection.

beautifying the ponds and pools once more.

The garden, in fact, has been tapped to host an international water lily competition in 2019, bringing in new hybrids from all over the world.

A few paces away, Ewy and Liz Chehayl, the garden’s curator, point out the stilllingering signs of Irma—there’s orange tape on one tree and a support belt encircling another. A cluster of palms rustles in a light wind; the fronds look healthy thanks to Ewy’s post-storm pruning and untangling, but it could be a year or more before the staff knows which apparent survivors are internally damaged and won’t make it in the long run.

Donors had contributed $1 million toward recovery efforts; another $600,000 or so was needed to offset the losses, McGinnis says in mid-summer. She’d submitted a FEMA request, but was still waiting to hear what she might recoup.

Ewy shows me a flowering plant that he plans to install in one of the beds. The erythrina amazonica is a tricky one to grow, due to the pests that like to nibble the buds, but Ewy has nurtured this one from seed, succeeded in getting it to bloom, and hopes it will do so again in the Brazil Garden. “The flower that came out of it was gigantic,” he says, spreading his hands about a foot apart.

“It was absolutely amazing.”

We pause by the site where The Dancing Tree had stood. A new tree is in its place, a coussapoa, a Brazil native that sprouts aerial roots, like a ficus. In California, Ewy had inadvertently bumped into its parent tree growing in a conservatory at The Huntington in San Marino. “I looked over and thought, ‘That looks familiar!’” There are

only three such trees growing in U.S. botanical gardens—at Huntington, in Naples and at the Montgomery Botanical Center in Coral Gables (which had gotten its tree from a Huntington clipping, too).

In California, the coussapoa was relegated to a pot, needing the warmth of the conservatory to survive. But this one, in subtropical Naples, well, it could grow into a “monster,” Ewy says. A charismatic tree if ever there were one.

What’s that McGinnis had promised in the storm’s wake? A different garden—but a spectacular garden still.

On a mid-July evening, she reflects on the year’s journey.

“While it was really difficult to get through at the beginning, (the hurricane) has opened up so many doors for us,” she says, thinking about the developing partnerships, the conservation thrust, the push for better growing facilities, advancing growing standards, the potential for research. “As tough as it’s been, the silver lining has been amazing.”

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Passion.

Some Light Stalking.

Friendly Harassment.

An inside look at how the Naples International Film Festival recruits and decides upon which movies get shown

BRIAN TIETZ

BY ARTIS HENDERSON

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David Filner and Shannon Franklin orchestrate an intense process to decide what films are shown at the Naples International Film Festival.

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hat does it take to get a great film for the Naples International Film Festival?

It takes passion, commitment, sometimes a little light stalking, and every now and then a healthy dose of friendly harassment.

In 2012, Shannon Franklin, then NIFF’s executive and artistic director, heard about a film called Honor Flight, a documentary about a town in the Midwest that was raising money to send its local World War II veterans to the WWII memorial in Washington, D.C. The film was gaining a lot of media attention, and it had just made the Guinness World Records for the largest attendance at a film screening.

“I thought, ‘This could be such a great film for our community,’” Franklin says. “We had just a month or two before the festival, and there was all this media buzz around it because of the record. I was trying so hard to break through that noise. It was a mission and I was a very focused woman, on the border of obsessive.”

Franklin spent weeks on the phone trying to reach out to the filmmakers just for an opportunity to watch the film, let alone to try to convince them to screen it in Naples. She used all her connections, friends of friends, filmmakers she’d met in the past. Sometimes she went through social media, reaching out online, and sometimes she made phone calls.

“It was an intense time,” she says, “trying to show up on their radar so I could say, ‘This is who I am, and this is where I’m from.’”

In the end, her herculean efforts paid off. Honor Flight screened on opening night at that year’s festival, and not only did it receive accolades from the audience—it also inspired the founding of an honor flight program locally.

“It was the right film at the right time,” Franklin says.

Securing the best films for the festival’s program is a complicated and involved process that requires a careful choreography of personal taste, audience appeal, film availability and resonance with the festival's wider themes. We sat down with Franklin, now festival producer, and David Filner, executive vice president of artistic operations at Artis— Naples, home to the festival, for more behind-the-scenes revelations on what it takes to produce the glossy film fest that is set to celebrate its

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For starters, not every chase ends with the same success as Honor Flight. There are thousands of film festivals across the country, many on overlapping weekends, and festival programmers are always jockeying for a finite number of films.

“It’s a race on certain films in any given festival year,” Franklin says.

Sometimes a film will commit to a festival and then have to back out because it’s been picked up for distribution, or because there’s a hang-up with the rights. Though this doesn’t happen often, it can be heartbreaking when the pair have set their hopes on a particular film.

Luckily, though, they have plenty of films to choose from in case one has to withdraw.

“Because there are so many films we love, we have a long list of films that we go to immediately,” Filner says. “It’s just a different choice among many good options.”

Though both Filner and Franklin agree that it’s hard to single out films as their top picks over the years—“They’re like my children; it’s impossible to say which is my favorite,” Franklin says—they agree that certain movies stand out. For instance, 2009’s The Cove, a documentary by director Louie Psihoyos about dolphin hunting in Japan, which showed during the festival’s inaugural year.

“We were so blessed to have had the opportunity to bring that documentary to our opening night,” Franklin says. “It was a significant and

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The documentary Honor Flight was well-received by audiences the year it was shown here—so much so that it inspired some viewers to establish in Southwest Florida a similar program to the one highlighted in the film.

impactful documentary that had done incredibly well on the festival circuit, and just a few months after opening night it went on to win an Academy Award for best documentary feature. It was so meaningful for so many of us, and it had a big impact in our community.”

Each film selected for the festival’s program has an important role, but the opening night film choice is especially important. Sometimes the pair will go with something like The Cove, which is a more serious film with an important message, or sometimes they’ll opt for a something lighter, like a documentary about swing dancers.

“More eyes are on it because of the venue,” Franklin says, “so you want to think about what you bring to the community as a kickoff.”

Each year, NIFF receives submissions in six categories—narrative features, documentary features, shorts, Florida films, student films K-12 division and student films college/university division—through either their open submissions process or special invitation. Open submissions are open to anyone in the world, so long as the film meets that year’s submissions criteria. For the special invitations, Franklin visits film festivals throughout the nation in search of films that would be a good fit for Naples.

From there, the films are reviewed by a 30-member screening committee. Because the films are submitted online, there’s no swapping of DVDs or waiting around for a new submission. Review committee members can access the films at any time, anywhere. The goal is to have at least three eyes on every film, and the review committee helps the stand-out film rise to the top. Then Filner and Franklin start screening them.

“We still watch a lot of movies,” Franklin says. “A lot of movies.”

This is when personal taste must be carefully balanced against audience appeal. It’s also the moment when Filner and Franklin find that their own movie likes and dislikes can sometimes run up against each other. In a very civilized way, of course.

“If this was a movie, we’d duke it out, yell at each other and throw things,” Franklin says. “But in reality, David and I go through the films and watch them, and we’ll go back and forth and talk about where in the program things make the most sense.”

Sometimes a film comes in that stirs them equally, and sometimes a

particular movie will resonate with one and not the other.

“There are times I will talk to Shannon after seeing a film and I will say, ‘It’s amazing. I was so moved.’ And she will say, ‘It was OK.’ That’s the nature of humanity,” Filner says. “There are so many things that touch us as individuals because there’s a connection to our lives and our experiences.”

Ultimately, the choices they make “Our job is not to be must take the audience into account— programming films but often not in exonly for our own pected ways.

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Once the films have been secured for the festival and the filmmakers have accepted the invitation to show at Naples, Franklin and Filner are finally ready to stitch together a program.

“It’s an interesting dance what films end up on our program,” Franklin says. “After a deliberate and meticulous process, we always end up with a great program. And it’s always very rewarding to be able to bring the community a rich tapestry of the film arts.”

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Mixing stone and stone-look tiles with natural-hued pavers makes this outdoor shower feel both rugged and elegant, while cross-patterned beams above add strength and style.

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WELCOMING … WITH A TOUCH OF SHIMMER With its charm and warmth, this Quail West home is great for entertaining as well as for gracious living.

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If ever there were a doubt that gold was making a comeback, look no further than this gorgeous kitchen. With more than a few hints of the tone, designers Luanza Maitland and Sydney Leigh Warren, of Norris Furniture & Interiors, went with two islands, White Oblivion granite surfaces and fabrics utilizing a modified Greek key design. A nook floating buffet features extra wine storage.

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ARM, INVITING AND ON-POINT. That’s probably the best way to describe this beautiful new transitional Quail West home. And apparently the new owners felt that same way, because the home sold the first day it hit the market.

Coming in at 4,347 square feet under air (5,903 total), the three-bedroom (plus den and study), 4 ½-bathroom, one-story home is a balanced approach to the continually changing Naples landscape. Amid cottages and modern structures trying to duel it out for supremacy, this St. Martin II design nicely keeps an even keel.

The home was built and designed by Florida Lifestyle Homes with interior design handled by Luanza Maitland and Sydney Leigh Warren of Norris Furniture & Interiors, and visitors immediately notice the multi-tone coloring and welcoming nature of its furnishings and accents.

“We started (designing) this home around a beautiful new faux painting technique we placed behind the TV,” Maitland says, regarding the media wall in the home’s living room. “It’s a capiz and mica shell layered over a faux paint. It’s shimmery but not feminine. It has a structure to it. It’s silver and taupe with touches of champagne gold. We had never seen it used before.”

That focal point sets the mood for the rest of the open-concept home, where Maitland and Warren mixed neutrals with warm gold accents in room accessories. Nowhere is that more apparent than with the 48-inch gold chandelier that hangs from the gorgeous 18-foot ceilings, which feature dramatic deep-set coving.

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The designers chose a new faux painting technique featuring Capiz and mica shell for the great room’s entertainment wall, and that became the inspiration for the rest of the home.

Gorgeous ceiling detail mimics wall patterns that begin in the home’s foyer, while gold accents continue.

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Metallic found its way into even the master suite, with everything from decorative wall discs to reflective side tables and the bedding itself. A mid-stain wood flooring and a plush, silky area rug grounds the room (which opens onto a beautiful outdoor living space) with warmth.

“Also, when you walk in the front door, we wanted to engage with our design ideas so we have horizontal wood panels in the niches,” Warren says. The element appears again on the aforementioned media wall and ceiling, as well as elsewhere throughout the home, such as the den and the study. In fact, for the latter, the pair worked with the cabinet company to design custom offset wood details under a barrel ceiling.

More dramatic ceiling details take place in the large, open kitchen, which was designed with entertaining in mind. It features two islands (one for prep, the other for service), a refrigerator/ freezer unit with a wine fridge between them (great idea), a 48-inch Thermador range, a butler’s pantry and surfaces in White Oblivion granite. A contrasting dark hood over the range syncs with the cabinet display niches.

A few steps away, the home’s dining room is defined by marble flooring inset with the wide-plank European white oak wood flooring

finished in a warm gray/brown mink stain. The room’s coffered ceiling mirrors the marble’s pattern below.

All main living spaces open onto the property’s expansive outdoor living area, which includes an outdoor dining room and kitchen, a seating area and a living room replete with tiled fireplace. The space and pool overlook the golf course and lake, making it a perfect venue for entertaining.

“The amount of people you can circulate without feeling crowded is just amazing,” Warren says.

Here’s hoping the homeowners throw an event sooner rather than later and we all get an invitation.

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This set of three smooth, curved candle holders in bright metal tones can add character to any wall when placed together.

Fasten them indoors in the living room for candlelit quality time, or out by the pool area to cast a warm glow once the day fades.

Available for $50 at Zuo Modern at Miromar Design Center.

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LUXURIOUS LOUNGING

The Bertoia Diamond chair in gold gives your great room added grace, with its 18-karat gold-plated finish and welded steel-rod-constructed seat and base.

Knoll International introduced the luxe finish in honor of the late Harry Bertoia, who designed the diamond chair in 1952.

Pricing starts at $2,178 at Soft Square Showroom in Naples.

METAL MEETS MOTHER NATURE

This Shaded Oyster chandelier brings Southwest Florida sea life into the home. The dangling shells are silver-leafed on one side and untouched on the other. Hang it in the entrance of your coastal-contemporary home or above the dining room table to get guests talking over dinner. Available for $1,250 at Patina Collection in Naples.

ALL THE RIGHT ANGLES Silver and gold are friends, not foes, in this The City Scape dining room table base. It supports several different sizes of glass tops, so you can place it in the bar or dining room, against the wall in your entryway, or even use it as a sleek TV stand. When cool and warm metal tones mix, you can match them with almost anything. Available at Clive Daniel Home; inquire for pricing.

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This spout is made for global travelers with a keen eye for international design. Made in France, the DeDion faucet is reminiscent of antique water pumps seen throughout the French countryside. The weathered copper and brass finish ages over time to develop a rich patina, adding even more character to your kitchen. Prefer a different mix of metals? Sixteen finishes are optional at Ferguson Enterprises, with pricing available upon request.

BEAMING BEAUTIES

Spice up your study with contrasting Artemide Unterlinten table lamps.

Sold separately in aluminum or bronze with metal stems, the lamp heads are adjustable so you can get just the right LED lighting for your workspace. Fun fact: These lamps were originally envisioned for the Giangiacomo Feltrinelli Foundation, a major European center of research based in Italy. Contact Soft Square Naples, Lamp N Lights or Wilson Lighting for local pricing and availability.

CULTURAL HALLOWEEN OCTOBER 31 FROM 6 PM - 12 AM Experience Halloween and harvest traditions from around the world including live music, dance, art, storytelling and more for the whole family to enjoy! Food and drink will be available for purchase. A portion of proceeds will be donated to the Bonita Springs Historical Society.

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NOTABLE EVENTS

MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER Oct. 20 at 9 a.m.

Miromar Outlets

Join the American Cancer Society and local community members in this annual walk. Come together with survivors, caregivers, and men and women from all walks of life who are passionate about saving lives from breast cancer. Celebrate the shared efforts and support the American Cancer Society’s dedication, ensuring no one walks alone. To register, visit makingstrides.acsevents.org.

BECOMING COSMOPOLITAN: FIRE & ICE Oct. 4 at 6 p.m.

Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW

Join Community Cooperative for this exciting evening of women partying for a purpose in support of ending hunger and homelessness in Lee County. The event will feature food, drinks, and live and silent auctions.

Proceeds will benefit Community Cooperative.

For details, visit communitycooperative. com/events/becomingcosmopolitan-fire-ice.

THE SHELTER NEXT GENERATION PURPLE PARTY Oct. 12 from 6:30-9 p.m.

Bayfront Inn

The Shelter for Abused Women & Children will host this third annual event. Wear your best purple ensembles while enjoying hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction and a one-of-a-kind raffle.

The event supports efforts to end domestic violence and encourage healthy relationships.

Proceeds will benefit The Shelter. For tickets, visit naplesshelter.org/purpleparty.

NAPLES INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL Oct. 25-28 Artis—Naples and Silverspot Cinema

The 10th annual Naples International Film Festival kicks off with an opening night film and party at Artis—Naples. The festival will host more than 60 screenings throughout the event, introducing new, exciting films and often their talented creators. Closing night at Artis—Naples will feature a performance

by Steve Martin and Martin Short. For more information, visit artisnaples.org.

PINK PARTY Oct. 4 from 6-8 p.m.

Physicians Regional— Pine Ridge

For breast cancer awareness month, the Physicians Regional team will host the Pink Party and discuss women’s health, primary care, dermatology, cardiology, orthopedic surgery, digestive health, urology and more. The event will also feature refreshments, music, entertainment, treats and surprises. Proceeds will benefit Neighborhood Health Clinic. To RSVP, visit thinkpink2018. eventbrite.com.

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H E C U S T O M H O M E AT 3130 Gin Lane in Naples has all the makings of a lavish Port Royal residence—lush landscaping, waterfront views and a private 65-foot dock with quick access to the Gulf of Mexico. What sets it apart are the details. Designed by Harrell & Co. architects and built in 2009 by BCB Homes, the

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6,385-square-foot estate features handscraped walnut floors, extensive mill work, and electric-powered sliding glass doors that blend the indoor and outdoor spaces together, plus electric shutters and screens for the lanai. Buyers, who purchased the property earlier this year for $9.5 million, particularly enjoyed the courtyard, with its water fixture and shaded sitting areas that added to its European flair, says listing agent Frank Sajtar with William Raveis

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Real Estate. “It’s just a unique style, and the courtyard is really charming,” he adds.

Situated on nearly a half acre, the two-story dwelling also features five bedrooms, five full bathrooms, two half-bathrooms, a large kitchen, multiple arched wood doors and more. Just outside, there’s a disappearing-edge pool and spa, fireplace and outdoor kitchen that all make for great outdoor entertaining on breezy Southwest Florida evenings.

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$4.5 MILLION

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E F O R E T H E B O N I TA S P R I N G S home at 27771 Marina Pointe Drive sold for $4.5 million to buyers in April, it belonged to professional golfer Peter Jacobsen. The estate came with two putting greens—one on the side of the house and another enclosed—and served as a hot spot for guests. “A lot of the golf players on tour would often stay at the Jacobsens’ home in the upstairs loft because it had a separate kitchen area,” listing agent Lynette Grout, with John R. Wood Properties, says.

Guests also favored the spare bedroom at the other end of the home “because they were right on the water and had their own patio to walk to outside,” she adds. Spread over 8,667 square feet, the property has six bedrooms altogether, plus six full bathrooms, one half-bathroom, a chef ’s kitchen with high-end details, a wine cellar, dual studies and a media/fitness room, plus accents of intricate ceiling designs, millwork and Coquina shell stone floors. The outdoor area adds to easy coastal living, with its dock, two boat lifts, screened-in pool and spa, and outdoor kitchen.

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H E A R C H I T E C T A L D E T A I L S of t h e 1 5 9 5 1

Knightsbridge Court abode may have led to its quick, $1.4 million sale in June. It spent less than two months on the market before coming under contract. “The home was actually kind of a study in a lot of antique blended with modern European,” says listing agent Debbie Ringdahl, with VIP Realty Group Inc. Designed by Southwest Florida-based W.A. “Bud” Lawrence with inspiration from A. Hayes Town, the home was built in 2001 with special pieces brought in by the previous owners. The 4,271-square-foot compound features five bedrooms, four full bathrooms and one half-bathroom, with details like hand-rubbed reclaimed cypress cabinetry, heart pine beams and wood floors, antique Chicago brick hallways and cypress French doors.

There’s also an open pool area, boat dock and direct, deep-water access from a private canal. The home sits on more than a quarter acre in the Fort Myers boating community of St. Charles Harbour.

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FINER SILKS & ACCESSORIES

SWEETGRASS DESIGNS

HOM E + DE SIGN R E A LT Y C H E C K

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH

Lakoya in Lely Resort

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P R I VATE EN TR A N C E with a guarded

gate leads up to Lakoya in Lely Resort.

Punctuated by brick-paver sidewalks, fountains and well-manicured foliage, the 242-acre neighborhood located about 15 minutes from Old Naples comprises only single-family homes (some overlooking a golf course, natural preserve or lakes).

Homes were built from 2011 to 2017, and the award-winning community contains pools, fitness and tennis centers, spa services, pickleball and bocce ball, restaurants and more.

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$440,000 to $2 million

» R ECEN TLY SOLD: The three-bedroom, four-bathroom home at 6457 Costa Circle (pictured) sold earlier this year for $1 million. The new buyers can enjoy Southwest Florida sunsets from western-facing

views, says listing agent Michelle Thomas, with Premier Sotheby’s International Realty.

French doors lead to a sprawling foyer; volume ceilings; and a mix of wood, tile and carpet flooring throughout. Outdoors, an enclosed lanai contains a pool and spa, water-lined flower beds, solar lights, fire displays and more. Built in 2013, the 2,919-square-foot property has impact glass windows with UV protection and custom wood trim, a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances, plus an updated security system.

The 6587 Barbera Lane home is on the market for $2 million as of late July. Built in 2016, it’s one of the newer homes in the Lakoya community, with a gourmet kitchen featuring a five-burner gas stove and walk-in pantry, opening to a family room with double coffered ceilings and pocket sliders. An enclosed saltwater pool faces a lake and fountain, and, with its summer kitchen, the outdoor area is ideal for sunny shindigs.

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MARKET TALK

MORE DIVERSE BUYERS CALLING SOUTHWEST FLORIDA HOME

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OU T H WEST FLO R I DA is becoming an increasingly popular area to move to for buyers of varied ages, places of origin and socioeconomic levels who are interested in full-time residency.

“People are deciding they want to be full-time residents here,” says Frank Sajtar, a luxury properties specialist selling in coveted Naples neighborhoods like Port Royal. Florida’s property tax rate, which is slightly lower than the U.S. average, is part of the allure, he adds.

The luxury market is certainly developing in Collier County. In July, Naples was named the second-fastest-growing luxury market in the U.S. in a realtor.com report (behind Sarasota).

Single-family home sales in the $2 million-andup market rose 25 percent in the second quarter of this year in the area, too, the Naples Area Board of REALTORS (NABOR) reported in summer.

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But Southwest Florida real estate agents handling all different price ranges are also seeing increased activity, and from a new range of buyers.

People from as far as California and New York are now flocking toward Bonita Springs, thanks to its downtown revitalization and developing attractions, says Lynette Grout, a John R. Wood Properties agent who often handles homes from $500,000 to $2.5 million. Before, “They would always go to the East Coast, but now they’ve found us,” Grout says, adding that she’s frequently selling to a younger clientele.

Debbie Ringdahl, who sells homes ranging from $150,000 to $2.5 million primarily in Fort Myers with VIP Realty Group Inc., has been serving lots of newer families, who find the area more affordable than other places in the country and are attracted to the amenity-rich communities and growing entertainment. “[Builders are] putting interesting things in the middle of communities that are not super expensive,” Ringdahl says. “It attracts a lot of younger people because they want to be able to do things with their families.” She adds: “It’s an easy decision for people coming from other areas, because they feel like they can have a life here.”

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Artis—Film Celebrate 10 years of the Naples International Film Festival,

where film lovers connect, exchange ideas and explore the art of film in a friendly, welcoming environment. The festival hosts more than 60 screenings over four days, introducing new, exciting films—and often their talented creators—to our community.

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Opening Night Film and Party

Walk the red carpet as Artis—Naples kicks off the Naples International Film Festival’s 10th year. Enjoy a screening of a specially selected opening night film. Then, join likeminded film buffs along with directors and stars of the films selected for the festival for a special after-party. Don’t miss this must-attend event.

Thursday, October 25 · Doors Open 6pm · Film 7pm · All tickets $69

Films at Silverspot Cinema

Grab your popcorn and relax in the comfortable leather seats at Silverspot Cinema for three days of film screenings on Friday through Sunday. Whether you like documentaries or features, foreign films or fanciful shorts, the Naples International Film Festival has exciting, new releases you won’t be able to see anywhere else.

Friday-Sunday, October 26-28

Closing Night Awards Ceremony

There’s no better way to cap your Naples International Film Festival experience than a celebration of the very best work NIFF brought to Naples this year.

Sunday, October 28, 5:30pm

Closing Night—Special Performance Steve Martin and Martin Short

An Evening You Will Forget for the Rest of Your Life with the Steep Canyon Rangers and Jeff Babko Sunday, October 28, 7pm—Sold Out

Star Wars Live in Concert—A New Hope

Naples Philharmonic Jack Everly, conductor With help from of Naples Philharmonic, Luke won’t need the Force to save Princess Leia. Don’t miss this special screening of the granddaddy of all blockbusters as the orchestra performs John Williams’ iconic score for the first time in Hayes Hall.

Tuesday, October 30, 7pm Presentation licensed by Disney Concerts in association with 20th Century Fox, Lucasfilm Ltd., and Warner/Chappell Music. © 2018 & TM LUCASFILM LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED © DISNEY.

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FEEL G OOD H E A LT H / F I T N E S S / B E AU T Y

HEALTH

AVOID OVER-TANNING WITH THE SUNBATHING CALCULATOR JUST HOW LONG can you stay out on the beach? That’s a tricky

question—but an important one for your health. The Sunbathing Calculator tries to answer it. Introduced by the web-based Omni Calculator Project, the online tool lets you plug in basic information about your location, skin type and sunscreen SPF and then comes up with an idea of how long you can safely stay in the sun before getting a burn. For example, if you’ve got a sunscreen SPF of 50, you should be safe for an afternoon in the Southwest Florida sun. If you’re going out sans cream, you better cover up: You’ll be good for only about 15 minutes. See more at omnicalculator.com/other/sunscreen.

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HEALTH

WHAT TO DO (AND NOT TO DO) FIRST THING moments, even before you have a (hopefully) nutrient-rich breakfast, can determine what kind of day you’re going to have. So make them fulfilling. First off, do some simple stretching (touch your toes or stretch your hamstrings) for 5 minutes to get the blood flowing. Then, get a glass of water to replenish the fluids lost during the night. Whatever you do, don’t check the news.

People who looked at just 3 minutes of negative news in the morning were about 30 percent more likely to have a bad day compared with people who held off on reading, according to a University of Pennsylvania study.

THOSE FIRST WAKING

BEAUTY

Botox: It’s in the eye of the beholder

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ORE THAN 1.5 MILLION Botox injec-

ANOTHER REASON TO KEEP YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE IN CHECK High blood pressure late in life may contribute to the blockages that contribute to Alzheimer’s disease, according to a study in Neurology.

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And, the motivations for each of Most said those injections are fairly varied, accordDID IT FOR they ing to a study in JAMA Dermatology.

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FITNESS

EMBRACE THE DARKNESS

IF YOU’RE GETTING frustrated during your workout,

maybe it’s time to reset your expectations—by eliminating your surroundings. Elite athletes are already doing this at the ASICS Blackout Track in England, where runners train in near total darkness except for a spotlight to lead the way. The idea is to get rid of anything that could be a distraction—no fitness tracker, no music, no visual cues. This allows them to focus on exactly what they’re thinking during the workout.

Are they positive in thought? Or are they discouraging themselves? Of course, a blackout track is hard to simulate. But if you’ve got a treadmill, try dimming the lights and setting an alarm for when to end. You might find you actually enjoy yourself more. Or you might be bored to death.

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HEALTH

Fight your sweet tooth with this strategy

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RECENT STUDY HAS found a method to fend off cravings for chocolate. Why people

are studying ways to avoid eating chocolate is beyond us. But we suppose it can be good to have a little self-control. The study at University at Albany focused on thoughts. After all, thoughts are what control cravings. Usually, there’s a trigger: a sight or smell that gets us thinking. You can’t stop triggers. But you can control the thought process. The first step is to recognize that you’re having a craving. The next step is to banish the thought. That can be as literal as imagining it being crumpled into a ball and thrown into space. Sounds strange, but it might be what you need to stop overindulging on Norman Love Confections.

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5th Annual Chip in for DLC Golf Tournament Hosted by David Lawrence Center Young Executives

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FITNESS

THE RIGHT WAY TO RUN ON THE BEACH

KEEP AT IT About half of adults reported they’ve tried to lose weight within the last 12 months, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

A BEACH JOG can be a blast. It can also be

way harder than it looks. In fact, running on sand means you’ll exert about 1.6 times as much energy as you would running on an even surface, according to the European Journal of Applied Physiology.

The key to a good time might come in the path you take. Try starting on the hard sand then moving to the softer sand as you work up. A soft-sand run is more challenging due to the less-sure footing.

It’ll work out more muscles (and slow you down quite a bit). The best method is getting the best of both worlds: Try 2 minutes on hard sand then 2 minutes on soft, and alternate throughout the run.

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HEALTH

Beat jet lag with ‘Sweatlag’

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Sounds kinda gross, we know. Hear them out, though. The program is based on the concept (backed by some scientific research) that exercise can help prevent jet lag on long trips. The program makes diet recommendations; plots a sleep schedule; and develops a workout routine with steps pre-flight, in-flight and post-flight. (In flight, it’s like a stretching routine you can do in your seat.) And, there are helpful videos on furthermore.equinox.com/sweatlag. So don’t be afraid to work up a little sweat on your next long flight. Just not too much—at least for the sake of your fellow travelers.

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A PPETITE R E V I E W / N E WS / L I S T I N G S

MINIMALISTIC—AND MEMORABLE

House-made wagyu gyoza, served with black truffle paste and ponzu sauce, kicks off a spot-on meal at the new Namba Ramen & Sushi.

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Namba delivers on its title fare with the Hakata classic ramen featuring pork chashu and wood ear mushrooms; savory braised Berkshire pork belly buns and an elegant green tea crème brûlée scored successes as well.

Feast on Flavor

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L I K E A H A I K U whose deceptive simplicity reveals grander themes, the elegant minimalism of Namba Ramen & Sushi in Naples gives rise to an exquisitely memorable dining experience. In its unpretentious setting, Namba has brought Izakaya dining to the Gulfshore.

Izakayas, which some liken to taverns or pubs, have traditionally served small plates for sharing, and Naples’ Namba—named for a district in Osaka—continues that tradition

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NAMBA RAMEN & SUSHI

8847 Tamiami Trail N., Naples, 592-4992, nambanaples.com.

Open Monday through Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 5-10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 5-10:30 p.m.; and Sunday, 5-9:30 p.m. Wheelchair-accessible.

No reservations.

with small dishes and bowls of ramen that offer big, powerful tastes.

On the night I experienced Namba for the first time, my dining companion and I split two small plates, the braised Berkshire pork belly buns ($12) and the house-made wagyu gyoza ($12) served with a double-tiered dipping sauce of black truffle paste and ponzu.

Our neighbor at the next table over leaned close and whispered, “The pork buns are amazing,” which turned out to be accurate.

The thick-sliced pork was rich and savory, and the steamed buns had the perfect sponginess that good pork buns aspire to.

The gyoza, too, were outstanding. Savory and salty with a slight sweetness, the sirloin dumplings were made even better by the sauce duo, whose umami notes and bright

acidity opened up the dumplings’ flavor.

From there, we moved on to the sushi. Two orders of nigiri—sweet shrimp ($12) and blue fin tuna belly ($16)—both fresh and delightful, then two orders of aburi. Aburi, if you happen to be new to it, as I was, is a style of sushi where the fish or meat is partially grilled on top. We had the salmon belly aburi ($9), two pieces of seared salmon with soy-seasoned black truffle oil topped with tobiko and extra fish roe, as well as the Hokkaido scallop ($12), a seared scallop topped with whipped truffle tofu butter and drizzled with Japanese pickled plum butter. Both were refined in appearance and smooth and buttery in taste.

Next we split a bowl of the Hakata classic ramen ($13) with a tonkatsu broth and slices of pork chashu, red ginger, wood ear mush-

rooms, nori, bamboo shoots, Japanese pickled plum and spicy bean sprouts. In recent years ramen has been elevated to an art form, and our steaming bowl of artfully combined flavors was a testament to Namba’s creative powers.

At the end of the meal, we shared a dish of green tea crème brûlée ($6). Like the rest of our Namba experience, the steamed egg custard infused with green tea was simple, elegant and delicious.

Be warned: Namba is so remarkable in both taste and presentation that it’s sure to ruin you on standard sushi and quotidian ramen for the rest of your culinary experience. But as long as this shrine to Japanese minimalism and artful flavors is serving them, you won’t mind the loss.

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A PPET IT E H OT D I S H

NIBBLES

DOCK ON We’re hooked. It’s the best time of year for martinis and crabcakes accompanied by salty breezes, and the Fort Myers area has welcomed four waterfront places to get your fix.

The Phelan family behind Pinchers opted for a newly constructed, marina-facing 275-seater for their big kahuna, Deep Lagoon Seafood & Oyster House (deeplagoon.com). It is an upmarket venture with a night-onthe-town vibe that is still relaxed enough for everyday dining (it also has a fish market). Anchored in Cape Coral, the laid-back Cape Harbour Oyster Bar & Grill (capeharbouroysterbar.com)

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announces its priorities straightaway with a sizable U-shaped raw bar taking up nearly all of the dining space, aside from a few tables inside and outside. Right before the Sanibel Causeway, Bimini Bait Shack (biminibaitshack.com) makes a splash as a rowdy tropical party reeling in the it’s-5-o’clock-somewhere fishing set, and it also nails

been in the news for all the wrong reasons, so we were palpably excited for this little bite—an authentic restaurant dedicated to its cuisine popped up in a surprising location. On an axis of the Miromar Outlets courtyards, the quiet café is run by Caracas natives and has a menu filled with bean-studded stews like pabellón criollo; braised meats; and savory pastries including arepas and empanadas. 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero, 317-2174 Critically acclaimed since it opened earlier this year, it touts “Central Asian cuisine,” which is not something you often hear (or think) about. So, what exactly is it? Heavily influenced by the Balkan countries and the Middle East, there are flavorful kebabs (pictured), phyllo-wrapped pockets of minced meat, salads with shredded carrots and cabbage, and wines from regions you probably didn’t know existed in the mountains of Georgia and Russia.

8646 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers, 689-4845 UZBEKISTAN: SILK ROAD

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Builder-grade tile floors and tables found in take-out joints extend from a pagoda that doubles as a bar, but what this eatery may lack in ambience it makes up for in deeply flavorful dishes from Laos and its Southeast Asian neighbors, Vietnam and Thailand. Crisp spring rolls, papaya salads shredded to matchstick thinness, noodle dishes, curries, bubble tea and more await. 1400 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, 689-8603 LAOS: LAN XANG

seafood staples like peel-n-eat Gulf shrimp, crunchy po’boys and conch ceviche. Another guaranteed good time is The Boathouse Tiki Bar & Grill (theboathouseusa.com) in North Fort Myers, where a whale of a bar and tables are under a chickee, plus loungers surround a resort pool and firepit.

PHILIPPINES: THE MAGAYON RESTAURANT Despite

being on Tamiami Trail, this stylishly black-andwhite-appointed eatery using organic ingredients is about as off-radar as you can get. The owner, who is Filipino but spent some of her childhood in the Dominican Republic, has included Spanish favorites like tostones and yucca as well. But for something unique, try lechon kawali (deep-fried soy-sauced pork belly speckled with scallions).

And don’t skip halo-halo, an unusually colorful end to any meal with a violet cloud of sweet potato ice cream and a mango-steeped base with shaved ice. 300 Ninth St. N., Naples, 529-6733

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DINING GUIDE A SELECT LISTING OF LEE AND COLLIER COUNTY RESTAURANTS, ARRANGED BY CATEGORY.

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The dining guide is based on recent reviews, the editorial staff’s discretion and winners of the Best of the Gulfshore Annual Readers’ poll. Restaurants that regularly advertise also are included. Inclusion in the listings is subject to change and only guaranteed for advertisers. All phone numbers are area code (239) unless specified. Please email dsonne@gulfshorelife.com to report changes in a restaurant’s location, prices or menu.

COLLIER COUNTY MODERN AMERICAN 7TH AVENUE SOCIAL

849 Seventh Ave. S., Naples, 231-2318.

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Florida-inspired, inventive menu with craft cocktails in a lounge-like setting off Fifth Ave. $$$ ALEXANDER’S

4077 Ninth St. N., Naples, 262-4999. alexandersnaples.com.

The menu is filled with tastes from around the world presented in a modern café $$$ atmosphere.

BALEEN La Playa Beach & Golf Resort, 9891 Gulf Shore Drive, Naples, 5985707. laplayaresort.com.

A beautiful beachfront wraparound terrace sets the stage for a night of creative cuisine (breakfast and lunch are also served daily).

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THE BEVY 360 12th

Ave. S., Naples, 2284220. naplesbevy.com.

Premium craft cocktails and varied influences on the menu shine through at this bar and eatery in the Third Street South area. The open-air set-up with retractable roof is nothing short of impres$$$ sive, too.

BISTRO 821 821 Fifth

Ave. S., Naples, 261-5821. bistro821.com. Kitchen open for the eyes of the customers and a menu filled with originality.

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CIBAO GRILLE

814 Neapolitan Way, Naples, 434-6653. cibaogrille.com.

Caribbean dishes from the owners’ roots in the Dominican Republic mix with American $$$ classics.

FUSE GLOBAL CUISINE / FUSE BBQ 2500

U.S. 41 N., Naples, 455-4585. fusenaples. com. Chef Greg Scarlatos blends cuisines from around the world into

a cohesive menu at the fine-dining Fuse. In 2018, he expanded his reach, adding a laid-back barbecue eatery next $$$ door.

HOBNOB KITCHEN & BAR 720 Fifth Ave. S.,

Suite 101, Naples, 5800070. hobnobnaples. com. Updated takes on classic cuisine in a cool, contemporary setting on Fifth Avenue South. $$$$

KC AMERICAN BISTRO

885 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples, 566-2371. kcamericanbistro. com. Fresh, seasonal, regional American cuisine in a casually elegant setting.

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THE LOCAL 5323 Airport-Pulling Road, Naples, 596-3276. thelocalnaples.com. Fresh, healthy cuisine locally sourced from farm and sea. $$$ M WATERFRONT GRILLE 4300 Gulf

Shore Blvd. N., Naples,

263-4421. mwaterfrontgrille.com. Organic meat, seafood and produce; main dining room with bay views, plus a full bar and front $$$$ terrace.

OCEAN PRIME 699

Fifth Ave. S., Naples. ocean-prime.com. This swanky concept from national restaurateur Cameron Mitchell debuted in late 2016 and features a from-scratch kitchen mixing surf and turf, a beautiful dining room and attentive $$$$ service.

RIDGWAY BAR & GRILL 1300 Third St.

S., Naples, 262-5500. ridgwaybarandgrill. com. A quintessential Old Naples restaurant with creative American $$$ fare.

SEA SALT 1186 Third St. S., Naples, 434-7258. seasaltnaples.com.

Organic produce and naturally raised ingredients. Dedicated to seafood and its accompaniments.

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TIMELESS – AN MHK EATERY 90 Ninth St.

N., Naples. timelesseatery.com. Gourmet sandwiches, salads, thin-crust pizzas and modern American fare from former Truluck’s chef David Nelson is drawing diners to this restobar, which also has delivery. $$$ VERANDA E Hotel Escalante, 290 Fifth Ave. S., Naples, 6593466. hotelescalante. com. Courtyard setting and menu with both Asian and French influ$$$$ ences.

STEAK ANDRE’S STEAKHOUSE 2800

Tamiami Trail N., Naples, 263-5851. If you’re a fan of Peter Luger, opt for this tiny joint founded by one of its former chefs.

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CHOPS CITY GRILL

837 Fifth Ave. S., Naples, 262-4677. chopscitygrill.com.

A refreshed menu of steaks, chops and more has spiced up this Fifth Avenue South stalwart.

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THE CONTINENTAL

1205 Third St. S., Naples, 659-0007. continentalnaples.com.

Top-quality cuts of steak from around the globe are enhanced by modern décor, private cabanas and a “cocktail lab.” $$$$ DORONA

2110 Tamiami Trail N., Naples, 529-2819. doronanaples.com.

In this upscale-casual eatery from the same owners as Sea Salt and Barbatella, the Italian flair is felt throughout, with rosemary roasted potatoes accompanying every steak.

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THE GRILL

280 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples, 5986644. ritz-carlton. com. Located in The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, this remodeled steakhouse evokes the ambience of a modern, elegant private club.

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JIMMY P’S CHARRED

1833 Tamiami Trail N., Naples, 643-2427. jimmypscharred.com.

This is the intimate, casually elegant steakhouse specializing in wagyu beef under the same direction and roof as Naples’ favorite butcher. $$$$ SHULA’S 5111 U.S. 41 N., Naples, 430-4999. donshula.com. Classic steakhouse fare from Hall of Fame Coach Don Shula.

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T-MICHAEL’S STEAK AND LOBSTER HOUSE

4050 Gulf Shore Blvd.

N., Naples, 261-0622. t-michaels.com.

Steakhouse dining on the waterfront at The Village on Venetian

Bay, featuring USDA prime meats and Maine lobster. $$$$

SEAFOOD AQUA 862 Fifth Ave. S., Naples, 213-1111. aquafifth.com. Mediterranean cuisine with a focus on fresh seafood.

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THE BAY HOUSE / THE CLAW BAR AT TIERNEY’S TAVERN

799 Walkerbilt Road, Naples, 591-3837. bayhousenaples.com. Sister waterfront restaurants with Southern-influenced menus—formal dining at The Bay House and a lively, casual, no-reservations tavern.

New in 2018, the team has opened a third restaurant in downtown Naples named The Claw Bar with a similar menu. $$$$ BAYSIDE SEAFOOD GRILL & BAR 4270 Gulf

Shore Blvd. N., Naples, 649-5552. baysideseafoodgrillandbar.com.

More than 200 feet of waterfront dining, inside or out. The upper deck bar has live music.

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THE DOCK AT CRAYTON COVE

845 12th Ave. S., Naples, 263-9940. dockcraytoncove. com. A laidback spot for Florida seafood on Naples Bay. $$$ PINCHERS Multiple locations throughout Collier and Lee counties. pinchersusa.com.

Seafood from local fishermen in a super-casual and family-friendly setting. $$$ SAILS RESTAURANT

301 Fifth Ave. S., Naples, 537-7227. sailsrestaurants.com. This new upscale eatery and raw bar with a European feel has been impressing seafood lovers; at the far western end of Fifth Avenue South, expect unusual crudos and a large selection of international fish. $$$$

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SWAN RIVER SEAFOOD AND FISH MARKET

3741 Tamiami Trail N., Naples, 403-7000. swanriverseafood.com.

The restaurant serves Cape Cod-style seafood, and the market stocks a variety of fresh catches plus Angus beef, wine and more. $$$

TRULUCK’S 698 Fourth

Ave. S., Naples, 530-3131. trulucks.com.

Known for stone crabs brought in from its local boats, the fine dining locale also touts seafood from the Gulf and beyond. $$$$ THE TURTLE CLUB

9225 Gulfshore Drive, Naples, 592-6557. windwardhospitality. com. Upscale casual beachfront restaurant offering coastal cuisine.

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USS NEMO 3745 Tamiami Trail N., Naples, 261-6366. ussnemorestaurant.com.

Masterful creations using fresh seafood, many with Asian accents, from a classically trained chef who is among the best in Southwest Florida.

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ITALIAN ALBERTO’S ON FIFTH

868 Fifth Ave. S., Naples, 430-1060. albertosonfith. com. Classic Italian fare from Alberto Varetto, the former executive chef of Sale e Pepe on Marco.

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BARBATELLA 1290

Third St. S., Naples, 263-1955. barbatellanaples.com. Casual Italian cuisine from the people behind Sea Salt. Sample wood-fired pizzas and gelato in the trendy wine bar or relaxed patio.

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BICE 300 Fifth Ave. S., Naples, 262-4044. naples.bicegroup.com.

Traditional cuisine: homemade pasta, veal osso buco, veal chop Milanese. $$$$

CAMPIELLO RISTORANTE & BAR

1177 Third St. S., Naples, 435-1166. campiello. damico.com. Italian with a contemporary interpretation in a beautiful courtyard right on Third Street South.

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COSMOS CAFÉ & PIZZERIA 536 Ninth

St. N., Naples, 262-8181. cosmospizzanaples. com. Hearty staples like lasagna, calzones, pizza and cannoli. $$$ THE CRUST 8004 Trail Blvd., Naples, 244-8488. thecrustpizza.net.

Super-casual, with a huge bar with games on TV, it’s one of Naples’ most popular pizza joints, specializing in thin-crust shareable pies cut into bite-size squares. The only other menu items are salads and subs. $$ D’AMICO & SONS 4691 Ninth St. N., Naples, 430-0955. damicoandsons.com. Known for wood-fired pizzas and parmigianas—and the $8.99 “endless wine” to go with them. $$$

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MIRAMARE RISTORANTE 4236

Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples, 430-6273. miramarenaples.com.

Come for the gorgeous corner waterfront patio on Venetian Bay; stay for large portions of calamari and chicken $$$ francese.

OSTERIA TULIA / BAR TULIA 466 Fifth Ave. S.,

Naples, 213-2073. tulianaples.com. Innovative Sicilian-inspired dishes, arguably some of the best in Naples, in a rustic-chic farmhouse setting or the Bar Tulia gastropub, which has unbeatable craft cocktails. $$$

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PARMESAN PETE’S

7935 Airport-Pulling Road, Naples, 992-3663. parmesanpetes.com.

A small but always dependable red sauce joint serving huge portions of Parmesans, meatballs and manicotti.

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PAZZO! CUCINA ITALIANA 853 Fifth

Ave. S., Naples, 4348494. pazzoitaliancafe. com. Beautiful presentations and sophisticated twists on Italian favorites. It closed this summer for an extensive renovation and is expected to reopen in the fall. $$$$ SALE E PEPE 480 S. Collier Blvd., Marco Island, 393-1600. sale-epepe.com. Fine dining from an Italian-born chef—plus an extensive wine list and views of the ocean in the distance. $$$

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BLEU PROVENCE 1234 Eighth St. S., Naples, 261-8239. bleuprovencenaples.com. Take a tour of southern France in the heart of Old Naples.

With amazing food and a stunning wine list, it’s consistently one of the Gulfshore’s best restaurants.

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CAFÉ GOURMAND

9853 Tamiami Trail N., Naples, 260-7109. cafegourmand.net. The best selection of crêpes in Naples comes from the French family that owns this quaint daytime spot; on weekends, white table cloths come out at night for formal (yet reasonably priced) dinner service.

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CHEZ BOET 755 12th

Ave. S., Naples, 6436177. chezboetnaples. com. French staples with a personal touch from the husband-wife owners, plus a full bar.

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COTE D’ AZUR 11224 Tamiami Trail N., Naples, 597-8867. cotedazurrestaurant.com.

Delectable French cuisine offering everything from filet mignon to quail in a cozy Provençal setting. $$$$

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ESCARGOT 41 4339 Tamiami Trail N., Naples, 793-5000. escargot41.com. Traditional French restaurant with a large wine list.

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THE FRENCH BRASSERIE RUSTIQUE

365 Fifth Ave. S., Naples. 315-4019. thefrenchnaples.com.

This is celebrated local chef Vincenzo Betulia’s newest eatery; expect exquisite escargots and steak tartare in a buzzworthy atmosphere. $$$

GRAIN DE CAFÉ

8803 Tamiami Trail N., Naples, 594-8081.

Slogging through the often-long cashier line is worth it for the freshest pain au chocolat, almond croissants, quiches and crêpes for breakfast, lunch and take-out in North Naples. $$ LA COLMAR BAKERY & BISTRO 80 Tamiami

Trail N., Naples, 3154303. lacolmar.com.

This bake shop imports pristine non-GMO Gallic flour to make all of its bread and croissants, and the lovely café resembling a French village also has a full menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner. $$

ASIAN DARUMA JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE AND SUSHI LOUNGE

241 Center St. N., Naples, 591-1200; 13499 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers, 344-0037. darumarestaurant.com.

Traditional service or Teppan-style tableside cooking. Teriyaki steak, filet mignon, chicken, seafood, tempura, sushi $$$$ and more.

FUJIYAMA 2555

Tamiami Trail N., Naples, 261-4332. naplesfujiyama.com. Japanese master chefs prepare and serve dinners with flair at your hibachi table;

there is also a great sushi selection. $$$ KOMOON THAI SUSHI & CEVICHE 1575 Pine

Ridge Road, Naples, 596-9991; 1514 Immokalee Road, Naples, 234-2442; 3300 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs, 948-4663. komoonthai.com. A fun mix of Thai, Japanese and Peruvian (ceviche plus a few hot entrées) in an inviting setting.

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NAMBA 8847 Tamiami Trail N., Naples, 5924992. nambanaples.com.

This tiny eatery is home to some of the Gulfshore’s most inspired Japanese fare; the menu is limited to a small yet remarkable selection of ramen, sushi and small plates. $$$ O’MEI 6434 Naples Blvd., Suite 406, Naples, 631-5633. omeinaples. com. O’mei’s Peking duck and other Chinese fare is among Naples’ best, made with the freshest ingredients.

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SUSHI THAI Multiple locations throughout Collier and Lee counties. sushithaitoo.com. Large selection of sushi and Thai dishes. $$$ ZEN ASIAN BBQ 10823

Tamiami Trail N., Naples, 260-7037. eatatzen. com. Try this trendy noodle bar and Korean barbecue joint with a master sushi chef for pairings like spicy tuna with crème fraîche and a bulgogi ramen “nacho.”

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MEXICAN AGAVE BAR & GRILL

2380 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples, 598-3473. agavenaples.com. A recent menu overhaul hallmarked a return to its Mexican roots and brought back tableside guacamole. $$$

FLACO’S RESTAURANT

2371 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples, 431-8733. flacosrestaurant.com.

It’s known for basic yet well-prepared staples, such as enchiladas and chimichangas. $$$ TACOS & TEQUILA CANTINA 8971 Ta-

miami Trail N., Naples, 254-8226; 4834 Davis Blvd., Naples, 732-8226; 10952 Eagle Village Drive, Fort Myers, 3308226. tacosandtequilanaples.com. Killer tacos with lots of clever spins, plus margaritas aplenty, at this cute, festive spot.

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SPANISH/LATIN AMERICAN FERNÁNDEZ THE BULL

3375 Pine Ridge Road, Naples, 653-9097; 1201 Piper Blvd., Naples, 2549855. fernandezthebull. com. Serving authentic Cuban dishes, such as roasted pork and black beans, since 1985.

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INCA’S KITCHEN

8955 Tamiami Trail N., Naples, 631-5954. incaskitchens.com.

Top-quality authentic Peruvian cuisine in a spacious and sleek $$$ dining room.

LAMORAGA 3936 U.S. 41 N., Naples, 331-3669, lamoragarestaurant.com.

Contemporary upscale twists on Spanish favorites plus other small $$$$ plates.

MARTIN FIERRO

13040 Livingston Road, Naples, 300-4777. martinfierrorestaurant.com.

Authentic Argentinian and Uruguyan parrillada with tons of grilled grass-fed beef and tango $$$ music.

RUMBA CUBAN CAFÉ

1265 Airport-Pulling Road S., Naples, 6592996. rumbacubancafe. com. Classic Cuban cuisine with a few fun twists and very attentive $$$ service.

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MEDITERRANEAN MEZZO 2600 Tiburón Drive, Naples, 593-2000. ritzcarlton.com. The main restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples has been relaunched for 2018 as this rustic yet refined Mediterranean concept with fresh pastas, braised meats and grilled fish.

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EASTERN EUROPEAN ALPINE RESTAURANT

2355 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Suite 158, Naples, 325-9499. alpineofnaples.com. The best of German, Slovak, Czech, Polish and Hungarian cuisines in one place. $$$

BLACK FOREST MILL

2366 Immokalee Road, Naples, 592-4784.

Classic German and Austrian dishes in an intimate setting in the Green Tree Plaza.

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MARIA D’ANNA CAFÉ

300 Tamiami Trail N., Naples, 263-6892. mariadannacafe.com.

Flawless, from-scratch Polish dishes and baked goods in a charming, $$$ sunny space.

MIDDLE EASTERN/INDIAN 21 SPICES BY CHEF ASIF 4270 Tamiami

Trail E., Naples, 9198830. 21spicesdining. com. This isn’t your average curry house (although you can

get great chicken tikka masala and garlic naan)—expect soaring ceilings, sleek décor and $$$ a full bar.

composed entrées like roasted chicken with za’atar-spiced potatoes and kibbeh with yogurt and pomegranate seeds.

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courtyard is not strictly vegetarian but has a full menu of entrées and raw and vegan options. $ TRUE FOOD KITCHEN

S., Naples, 594-5557. bhabhapersianbistro. com. Exquisite Persian cuisine in a jewel box of a dining room, offering a wide variety of authentic fare plus unique twists to vegetables, lamb, chicken, beef and more.

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MOURA BISTRO 3369 Pine Ridge Road, Naples, 738-8883. mourabistro.com. A tiny storefront is delivering a limited yet flavorful selection of Lebanese fare, including falafel, hummus, tabouleh, shawarma and shish kebabs. $$$

5375 Tamiami Trail, Naples, 431-4580. truefoodkitchen.com. The majority of the menu at this upscale chain caters to vegetarians, but it’s a perfect place for flexitarian food lovers who are looking for a healthy and satisfying meal while at Waterside $$$ Shops.

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BHA! BHA! PERSIAN BISTRO 865 Fifth Ave.

Tamiami Trail E., Naples, 315-4167. kareemskitchen.com.

Middle Easterners rave about the authenticity of the dishes here, from seven types of hummus and other meze to

2132 Tamiami Trail N., Naples, 213-2222. foodandthought.com. The organic grocery store and counter-service café with a tree-shaded

cellars of Burgundy, complete with a curved ceiling and stonework on the walls, has a full liquor license and menu of Continental small plates. $$$ CAVO LOUNGE 9108 Strada Place, Naples, 431-8706. cavolounge. com. A Mercato lounge that touts a menu of global small plates in addition to a DJ that spins late into the night.

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PELICAN LARRY’S RAW BAR Multiple locations

throughout Collier and Lee counties. pelicanlarrys.com. Locals flock here for dependable pub grub and casual late-night eats, including oysters, wings and burgers. $$

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JANE’S ON 3RD GARDEN CAFE 1209

Third St. S., Naples, 2612253. janesgardencafe. com. Folks come for the lobster benedict and stuffed French toast, but they stay to sit around the lovely koi fountain in a sunny patio. $$ JIMMY P’S BUTCHER SHOP & DELI

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2555 Tamiami Trail N., Naples, 263-7254. naplesharoldsplace. com. A chickee bar in a lush tropical setting also serves an award-winning charbroiled burger. $

1833 Tamiami Trail N., Naples, 643-6328. jimmypsbutchershop.com.

Wagyu burgers, subs and barbecue classics from the counter (or with table service), along with take-home exotic cuts of meat. A new location recently opened in Bonita Springs as well. $$ POACHED 2355 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples, 593-0770; 24600 S. Tamiami Trail, Bonita Springs, 221-8256; 15215 Collier Blvd., Naples, 919-3533. breakfastnaples.com.

Creative ways to start the day, from a banana oatmeal brûlée to a veggie wrap with pesto aioli. (No dinner.) $ RIB CITY Multiple locations throughout Collier and Lee counties. ribcity.com. Your choice of four sauces to smother your slow-cooked ribs in, or choose from barbecue chicken, pork or beef. $$ THE ROOSTER 600 Goodlette-Frank Road N., Naples, 228-5973. theroosternaples.com.

Two fine dining chefs teamed up to open this simple breakfast and lunch spot serving notat-all-simple dishes, like braised short ribs over grits with salsa verde—

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LEE COUNTY MODERN AMERICAN BISTRO 41 13499 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers, 466-4141. bistro41. com. A classic that’s still going strong: Start with Mussels 41, move on to the famous Bistro Salad and top it off with the $$$ Bistro Filet.

BLANC 13451 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, 887-3139. blancentertainment.com. A new contemporary restaurant mixes trends like sous vide and robata grilling with a strong French $$ influence.

BLUE COYOTE SUPPER CLUB 1100 Par View

Drive, Sanibel, 472-9222. bluecoyotesupperclub. com. The same winning recipes dominate the public branch of an originally private club; sit in the main dining room for a more elegant feel.

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C LEVEL BISTRO & WINE BAR 4450

Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs, 221-7046. c-levelbar.com. Quiet and effortlessly refined, this intimate eatery is dependable for Continental fare like steak au poivre and raspberry duck.

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CORK SOAKERS DECK & WINE BAR 837 SE 47th

Terrace, Cape Coral, 5426622. corksoakers.net.

Delightfully irreverent tone shows in décor (cheeky photographs and minimal indoor seating) and menu (“The Hangover” sandwich and curry-brined wings).

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CRAVE RESTAURANT

12901 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, 466-4663.

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Wine Down cravemenu.com. The chef and owner of Crave makes all of his killer comfort food from scratch for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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CRU 13499 S. Cleveland Ave., Suite 241, Fort Myers, 466-3663. eatcru. com. Culinary creativity featuring fresh local seafood, specials and fine $$$ wines.

FANCY’S SOUTHERN CAFÉ 8890 Salrose

Lane, Fort Myers, 561-2988. fancyssoutherncafe.com. Classic Southern favorites from fried okra to shrimp and grits served in a casually elegant atmosphere.

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FATHOMS RESTAURANT & BAR

5785 Cape Harbour Drive, Cape Coral, 5420123. fathomsrestaurant. com. A modern, casual Cape Harbour restaurant serving cuisine with international influences and authentic flavors.

The team behind it also recently launched Gather at the nearby Tarpon Point Marina. $$$$ GATHER 5971 Silver King Blvd., Cape Coral, 673-9939. gathercape. com New to Tarpon Point Marina and open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, this eclectic spot from two of the Cape’s most celebrated chefs is excelling at one-of-a-

kind cocktails and global $$$ fare.

HAROLD’S 15250 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 107, 849-0622. haroldscuisine. com. A cozy bistro with seasonal, farm-to-table cuisine from innovative chef Harold Balink.

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IL CIELO 1244 Periwin-

kle Way, Sanibel, 472-5555. ilcielosanibel. com. Eclectic fare with a choice of fine or more casual dining.

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THE JAC 1223 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, 472-1771. thejacsanibel. com. If you hadn’t been to the Jacaranda in a while, you’ve got reason to return: New owners completely modernized it and brought in a chef who rewrote the menu to make it shine. $$$$ JACK’S FARM TO FORK

275 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach, 463-8615. pinkshell.com/jacks.

At the Pink Shell Resort with windows overlooking the Gulf, the sophisticated menu touts local, sustainable and organic produce and meats—it’s the only of its kind in Fort Myers $$$$ Beach.

KEYLIME BISTRO AT CAPTIVA ISLAND INN

11509 Andy Rosse Lane SW, Captiva, 395-4000. keylimebistrocaptiva. com. Colorful, with an

island feel, and serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with a full bar.

seriously good comfort food and stiff cocktails into the wee hours. $$

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THE OTHER SIDE BISTRO 24630 S.

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10950 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers, 275-4745. kjsfreshgrill.com. The creators behind this contemporary upscalecasual chophouse and burger heaven pride themselves on aging and a 900-degree searing technique, plus a fully $$$ stocked bar.

Tamiami Trail, Bonita Springs, 992-7433. bonitaspringsbistro.com.

Chef Brian McCarley has been serving consistently comforting dishes with a modern flair for years at this understated space in the northern reach of Bonita Springs.

LA CORTE BISTRO

PETAR’S RESTAURANT 3300

1520 Lafayette St., Cape Coral, 542-2224. lacortebistro.com.

A striking outdoor courtyard and serene interior are home to one of Southwest Florida’s best new chefs, Tim Spain. Expect dishes like burrata salad flecked with fresh herbs and tender domestic lamb chops with a pistachio $$$$ crust.

THE MAD HATTER

6467 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel, 472-0033. madhatterrestaurant. com. Whimsical, exquisite fine dining from amuse bouche to sweet ending. Arrive early for a glass of wine on the sand (no outdoor $$$$ seats).

NEVERMIND 927 E.

Cape Coral Parkway, Cape Coral. nevermindanimalhouse.com.

Ignore the gritty exposed piping and you’re in for

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Bonita Beach Road, Unit 120, Bonita Springs, 494-1343. petarsrestaurant.com.

The talented young chef Petar Al Kurdi is fast growing a following for his deftly and cleverly prepared continental $$$ cuisine.

POINT 57 KITCHEN & COCKTAILS 3522 Del

Prado Blvd., Cape Coral, 471-7785. point-57.com.

A Southern influence pervades the limited yet critically acclaimed menu at this upscale-casual eatery that has emerged as one of Lee County’s best—don’t miss the artfully crafted cocktails, either.

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15660 San Carlos Blvd., Suite 36, Fort Myers, 415-4375. roadhousecafefl.com. Live jazz is a big draw, and there’s

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RUMRUNNERS 5848 Cape Harbour Drive, Cape Coral, 542-0200. rumrunnersrestaurant. com. On a picturesque mangrove-lined canal, this laidback indoor-outdoor spot offers dependable fare. $$$

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SLATE’S 4820 Candia St., Cape Coral, 5406800. slatescapecoral. com. A trip to New Orleans on a plate, the Crescent City is evoked in all dishes from the traditional to the inventive. It also added a jazz lounge this year.

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SOCIETY 13499 Bell Tower Drive, Fort Myers, 334-0900. societyfortmyers.com. The contemporary dining room at the new Bell Tower Shops hot spot features the inspired cuisine of renowned Miami chef Todd Erickson. Plus, the “treehouse” rooftop bar is an oasis in which to lounge and sip.

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THE STANDARD 1520 Broadway, Fort Myers, 219-6463. thestandardftmyers.com. An independent eatery in the River District boasting fresh and fromscratch eats in a convivial atmosphere for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. $$$ SWEET MELISSA’S CAFÉ 1625 Periwinkle

Way, Sanibel, 472-1956. sweetmelissascafe.com.

Chef Melissa Talmage’s creative cuisine is not to be missed, from crawfish ravioli with farro to ginger-soy short ribs.

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239-332-2065 Downtown Fort Myers River District

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TARPON LODGE RESTAURANT 13771

Waterfront Drive, Pine Island, 283-3999. tarponlodge.com. What can feel like a civilization away on sleepy Pine Island is a waterfront restaurant, at an Old Florida inn with a lovely enclosed porch, serving fresh catches and favorites from the land. $$$

TWISTED VINE BISTRO

2214 Bay St., Fort Myers, 226-1687. twistedvinebistro.com. An eclectic menu featuring twists on classic grill and seafood favorites. Plus a large wine and cheese $$$$ selection.

THE VERANDA 2122 Second St., Fort Myers, 332-2065. verandarestaurant.com. Fort Myers’ Grande Dame, it’s where to dine on filet mignon and veal surrounded by lush foliage.

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WYLDS CAFÉ 4271 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs, 9470408. wyldscafe.com.

Three chefs join forces for a modern American fine-dining experience at a reasonable price.

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SEAFOOD BOATHOUSE TIKI BAR & GRILL 5819

Driftwood Parkway, Cape Coral, 945-2628; 17101 State Road 31, Fort Myers, 332-2628. boathouseusa.com.

Fresh seafood at the Cape Coral Yacht Club includes boat-in options, and they’ll cook your catch. A sister restaurant opened summer 2018 in Fort Myers with a manmade beach and resort pool. $$ COCONUT JACK’S

5370 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs, 6767777. coconutjacks.com.

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DEEP LAGOON SEAFOOD & FISH MARKET 14040

McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, 689-5474; 10395 Tamiami Trail N., Naples, 631-6266. deeplagoon.com. A fresh concept from the family behind Pinchers, the North Naples location is decidedly more casual with an extensive seafood market; in Fort Myers, the newly constructed waterfront spot distinguishes itself with a raw bar, modern décor and scenic marina views. $$$ DOC FORD’S RUM BAR & GRILLE Multiple

locations throughout Lee County. docfordsfortmyersbeach.com. docfordssanibel.com.

Seafood, mojitos and its namesake rum bar.

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FISH TALE GRILL BY MERRICK SEAFOOD

1229 SE 47th Terrace, Cape Coral, 542-8080.

Open for lunch and dinner. Starting with fresh fish from the adjacent market, many popular items here, like coconut shrimp, seared ahi and blackened mahi mahi, earn descriptions like “the best I ever ate” from diners who voyage to this understated spot on the Cape. $$$$ FRESH CATCH BISTRO

3040 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach, 463-2600. freshcatchbistro.com. A notch above the more casual fare on the beach without feeling stuffy.

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IZZY’S FISH & OYSTER

2282 First St., Fort Myers, 337-4999. izzysftmyers.com. A formerly Miami-based chef has relocated his chic raw bar and New England-style seafood spot to the River $$$ District.

MARKER 92 WATERFRONT BAR

& BISTRO / NAUTI MERMAID 5961 Silver

King Blvd., Cape Coral, 541-5600. marker92. com. Sit outside for serene views of an open bay and tasty sandwiches and entrées. (Ignore the fact it’s in a hotel; the grounds are open to the public.) $$$ SUNSHINE SEAFOOD CAFÉ AND WINE BAR

11508 Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva, 472-6200. sunshineseafoodcafe. com. This restaurant that has long stood a step above the rest of the island’s beachy cafés with selections like paella and rack of lamb has a modern-yet-charming new home post-Hurricane Irma. $$$$ TARPON BAY Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa, 5001 Coconut Road, Bonita Springs, 390-4295. Elegant waterfront dining with a focus on fish and shellfish. $$$$

ITALIAN ANGELINA’S RISTORANTE

24041 Tamiami Trail S., Bonita Springs, 390-3187. angelinasofbonitasprings. com. Fine dining in plush banquettes with an award-winning wine list makes this one of the area’s top restaurants.

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CIBO 12901 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, 4543700. Italian restaurant featuring seafood, steak and pasta. Many wine selections. $$$ DEROMO’S GOURMET MARKET & RESTAURANT 26811 South Bay

Drive, Bonita Springs, 325-3583. deromos. com. This chic sit-down restaurant with a big-city vibe and pretty patio is part and parcel of a gargantuan Italian market featuring fresh pastas, cheeses, baked goods and more. $$$

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DIVIETO RISTORANTE

23161 Village Shops Way, Estero, 390-2977. divietoristorante.com.

The latest upscale-casual Italian restaurant to hit Lee County, it began in the Miami area and is known for fettuccine Alfredo prepared in a hollowed-out Parmesan $$$ wheel.

OSTERIA CELLI 15880

Summerlin Road, Fort Myers, 267-1310. osteriacelli.com. Authentic, freshly made pastas are a highlight of this upscale $$$ casual eatery.

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3651 Evans Ave., Suite 101, Fort Myers, 2785544. sassesfortmyers. com. Northern Italian and European cuisine cooked in a woodburning oven to critical and popular acclaim.

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TAVERNA WOOD FIRE KITCHEN 1227

Miramar St., Cape Coral, 257-1825. What looks like an upscale-casual pizza place is offering some of Lee County’s most creative dishes at the moment, from smoked octopus with fingerling potatoes to baked gnocchi with clams (and, to boot, excellent pizza).

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TWO MEATBALLS IN THE KITCHEN 8880

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Salrose Lane, Fort Myers, 489-1111. 2meatballs. com. The owners of this longtime crowd-pleaser known for New Yorkstyle pizza, meatball heros, lasagna and parmigianas galore recently expanded their winsome formula with The Saucy Meatball in Fort Myers’ Gateway neighborhood.

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BLEU RENDEZ-VOUS FRENCH BISTRO 2430

Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, 565-1608. bleurendezvous.com. Chef Christian Vivet’s intimate French bistro serving authentic $$$$ cuisine.

MAD FRESH BISTRO

12995 Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers, 362-2363. madfreshbistro.com. A tiny eatery delivering outsized flavor in tartines, salads and burgers.

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ASIAN

pho and more is a family effort at this charming and well-appointed spot.

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LATIN AMERICAN AJI LIMON Multiple locations throughout Lee and Collier counties. ajilimonperuviancuisine. com. Based in Cape Coral with now five locations, including a relatively new one in Bonita Springs, this Peruvian café specializes in plates the way your abuela would make them—tasty, homey and hearty, with little fuss.

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ORIGAMI 8911 Daniels

Parkway, Suite 5, Fort Myers, 482-2126. sushiorigami.com. Korean, Japanese and sushi bar.

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ROY’S RESTAURANT

26831 South Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 4987697. roysrestaurant. com. Celebrity chef Roy Yamaguchi’s Hawaiian and Pacific fusion fine-dining outpost is great for an elegant evening at the Promenade in Bonita Springs. $$$$

SIAM THAI & SUSHI

13161 N. Cleveland Ave., Suite B4, North Fort Myers, 995-5002.

Try the Yum seafood salad or the pad see ew with tofu or shrimp.

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SILK ROAD 8646 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers, 689-4845.

Specializing in Central Asian cuisine, this new restaurant takes diners on a rewarding epicurean journey with Uzbek delicacies and traditional food and wine offerings from throughout the $$ region.

TWO SISTERS VIETNAMESE CUISINE

1311 S. Del Prado Blvd., Cape Coral, 573-6360. twosistersvietnamese. com. Delectable, authentic, affordable

EL GAUCHO INCA

4391 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, 275-7504. elgauchoinca.com.

Traditional Argentinian (including the Italian specialties popular there) and Peruvian food prepared to perfection.

The warm service, with a personal touch, is also a delight. $$ LA FOGATA RESTAURANT 16440

S. U.S. 41, Fort Myers, 437-5701. enjoylafogata. com. Authentic Southern Mexican cuisine awaits at this otherwise nondescript storefront. $$

MEDITERRANEAN FIGS GRILLE 25987

S. Tamiami Trail, Bonita Springs, 390-1700. figsgrille. com. Refreshing fusion of Spanish, Turkish, Moroccan, Lebanese and French cuisines.

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LA TRATTORIA CAFÉ NAPOLI Villas Plaza,

12377 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers, 931-0050. latrattoriacafenapoli.com. Known for chef-owner Gloria’s paella, this Spanish restaurant also features a variety of tapas, pasta, meat and seafood dishes. $$$

ZORBA’S MEDITERRANEAN GRILLE & BAR 9106

Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs, 9925005. zorbasgrille. com. One of the only upscale-casual Greek places here; great saganaki and souvlaki (with some Italian options, too). $$$

VEGETARIAN CHEF BROOKE’S NATURAL CAFÉ

1850 Boy Scout Drive, Fort Myers, 332-2433. chefbrookeonline.com.

Organic, gluten-free and vegan-friendly cuisine.

Open until 5 p.m. $$

CASUAL ARTISAN EATERY

8951 Daniels Parkway, Fort Myers, 887-4844. artisaneatery.com.

Don’t be fooled by the counter service, soda machine and postage stamp-size of this café—the truly delectable egg benedicts, sandwiches, flatbreads and daily chef ’s specials are a delight. $$ FORD’S GARAGE

Multiple locations throughout Lee County. fordsgaragefl.com. A gourmet burger bar with a big selection of craft beers and spirits.

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THE MUCKY DUCK

11546 Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva, 4723434. muckyduck.com.

British pub atmosphere with seafood platters; beers and live music on the beach. $$$ RC OTTER’S ISLAND EATS 11506 Andy

Rosse Lane, Captiva Island, 395-1142. captivaislandinn.com.

This family-friendly restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner to the tune of daily live music in a colorful space just steps from the beach.

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THE DOCK AT CRAYTON COVE Enjoy the famous make-your-own bloody mary bar, eggs Benedict “Dock Style,” a Maine lobster omelet and other delectable bites. dockcraytoncove.com, 263-9940

SHULA’S From 3-6 p.m. daily, get $5 cocktails and $5 wines. shulasnaples.com, 430-4999

KEYLIME BISTRO Live jazz brunch on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. keylimebistrocaptiva.com, 395-4000 M WATERFRONT GRILLE Sunday brunch, with bottomless champagne or mimosas, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. mwaterfrontgrille.com, 263-4421 POINT 57 Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. point-57.com, 471-7785

happy hour BHA! BHA! PERSIAN BISTRO Monday through Friday at the bar. bhabhapersianbistro.com, 594-5557 DEEP LAGOON SEAFOOD & FISH MARKET Daily from 3-6 p.m., with small plates from $5-8. deeplagoon.com, 631-6266 PINCHERS Two-for-one every day and night. pinchersusa.com POINT 57 Monday through Friday from 3-6 p.m. point-57.com, 471-7785 RIVERWALK AT TIN CITY From 3-6 p.m. daily, get two-for-one drinks

live music DARUMA JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI LOUNGE Friday through Sunday from 6:30-10 p.m. darumarestaurant.com, 591-1200 DIVIETO RISTORANTE Friday nights from 6-9 p.m. divietoristorante. com, 390-2977 FISH TALE GRILL Every Friday and Saturday from 6-9 p.m. fishtalegrill.com, 257-3167

THE VERANDA Wednesday through Friday evenings, see Rick Russell at the piano bar in the lounge. verandarestaurant.com, 332-2065

special bites BHA! BHA! PERSIAN BISTRO Enjoy a prix fixe menu for $35 between 5 and 6 p.m. bhabhapersianbistro.com, 594-5557 DIVIETO RISTORANTE Open for lunch and dinner daily. divietoristorante.com, 390-2977 PINCHERS Kids always eat free with the purchase of an adult meal. pinchersusa.com SUNSHINE SEAFOOD CAFE Enjoy stepped-up menus at the new location. restaurantsoncaptiva.com, 472-6200

KEYLIME BISTRO Daily during lunch and dinner. keylimebistrocaptiva.com, 395-4000

TARPON LODGE Farm-to-table salads, appetizers and entrées. tarponlodge.com, 283-3999

M WATERFRONT GRILLE Live jazz every Wednesday from 5-7 p.m. mwaterfrontgrille.com, 263-4421

WYNN’S MARKET Check website for weekly specials. wynnsonline.com, 261-7157

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SHULA’S Daily during both lunch and dinner, receive 25 percent off any wine bottle of $100 or more. shulasnaples.com, 430-4999

TARPON LODGE On most Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 6-9 p.m. tarponlodge.com, 283-3999

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CORPORATE CHEF - BARBATELLA, SEA SALT NAPLES AND DORONA FABRIZIO AIELLI From where do you draw inspiration?

Like many chefs, my mother and home cooking and time with my grandparents at their farm. I was so inspired by the beauty of fresh ingredients and everything you can do with them.

If you weren’t a chef, what would you be doing?

I would have a little restaurant and farm and cook for small groups of diners. Every night there would be a different menu, and 100 percent of the proceeds would go to children’s charities. I would be teaching kids how to become chefs. To inspire them the way I was inspired when I was young.

JASON GODDARD Where do you draw inspiration from?

Life and interaction is my inspiration.

What is your first memory of cooking, when you knew it could be a calling?

Cooking with my mom out at the farmhouse. At 6 a.m. she had overnight rolls proofing, I’d throw a log on the fire, and put a pot of water on to boil. It took an over an hour to get the oven to 350. She would be planning the meals for the day. Go out to the chicken coop and gather eggs for breakfast. If you want roast chicken for dinner, pick the plumpest one. Go down to the garden and see if the zucchini and sweet onions are ready. Grab some long-leaf spinach for salad, and if there’s any fruit ripe, I’ll make a pie.

Barbatella 1290 Third St. S., Naples, FL (239) 263-1955 barbatellanaples.com Sea Salt Naples 1186 Third St. S., Naples, FL (239) 434-7258 seasaltnaples.com Dorona 2110 Ninth St. N., Naples, FL (239) 529-2819 doronanaples.com

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JOSH ZEMAN

EXECUTIVE CHEF - SEA SALT NAPLES What is your quintessential dish?

My signature dish is pan-seared scallops, with spaghetti squash, ginger red wine sauce, green papaya salad and fish sauce dressing. All the flavors mingle together, and when you eat the papaya with dressing it has that umami flavor and you don’t want to stop eating it.

Where do you draw inspiration from?

From books and online magazines, like Food Republic, to stay entwined with everything is going on.

What would be your alternative career choice?

I always wanted to be a veterinarian because I love animals.

What is your favorite cookbook?

Le Pigeon by Gabrial Rucker. His cuisine is very French but with very bold, strong flavors.

What’s on your culinary bucket list?

Backpack and travel through Europe, especially northeastern Spain, which has the most concentration of Michelin-starred restaurants.

What is your proudest culinary accomplishment?

When people tell me it was the best meal they’ve ever had, it makes me feel great, that I’ve succeeded, I’ve accomplished another goal.

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BROOKE KRAVETZ

CHEF DE CUISINE

“Food should be fun.” -Thomas Keller Where do you draw inspiration from?

I draw inspiration from the ingredients and people around me. We try to source as seasonally and locally as possible. Our kitchen is a diverse makeup of culinarians from all different backgrounds, and I draw a lot of inspiration from the different cultural dishes that are made by our team on a daily basis.

What is your favorite oddball ingredient?

Anchovies. Most diners are used to seeing them on a Caesar salad, but I like to utilize them as a flavoring agent in sauces and garnishes.

What is your favorite cookbook?

My first and still favorite cookbook is The French Laundry by Thomas Keller. It’s a classic and what ultimately inspired me to learn more about food and cooking.

What is going to be the next big thing in the food world? I think root-to-stem eating in terms of plant based foods. We are used to hearing of nose-to-tail eating of animal proteins; but utilizing the stems, rinds, and pits of fruits and vegetables as major dish components (not just in stocks) I think will be increasingly seen on menus.

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CESAR RODRIGUEZ

EXECUTIVE CHEF

My passion for cooking began when people first tasted my food and loved it.

Divieto Ristorante 23161 Village Shops Way Estero, FL 33928 (239) 390-2977

What makes you an amazing chef?

I teach and share my expertise with my coworkers and team, creating a nice environment for the guest to have a great dining experience and great food.

Where did you go to culinary school?

Most of my cooking experience comes from hands-on working in different kitchens since I was 18, and I received my formal culinary education from the University of Tourism in Mexico City.

Where do you draw inspiration from?

From the delicious food my mom and uncle used to make growing up.

What is your oddball ingredient?

Morchella is a morel mushroom that I love for its flavor and texture.

What would be your alternative career choice?

Architecture. I’d love to design the ultimate kitchen for people like me who have a passion for cooking.

What is your all-time favorite restaurant?

El Cardenal, Mexico City.

Who is your favorite chef?

Sergio Camacho, a Mexican chef with eccentric creativity on modern cuisine from the school of Juan Mari Arzac.

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Grey Oaks Country Club 2400 Grey Oaks Drive N. Naples, FL 34105 (239) 262-5550 greyoakscc.com

Chris Mark

CHRIS MARK

EXECUTIVE CHEF

Where do you draw inspiration from? I draw my inspiration from the chefs who surround me. We are fortunate to have a team of culinary professionals who come from distinct backgrounds. We love our classics here, but with the Club’s extensive event schedule and member audience, we have the freedom to execute and master a wide variety of cuisine.

Our members have the opportunity to dine all over the world, so we have to deliver an exceptional dining experience that they cannot get anywhere else.

What is your dream piece of cooking equipment? I humbly say that we are very fortunate; we are outfitted with beautiful kitchens and the best equipment. But if I had to pick one thing we don’t have, I really cannot use it to cook, but I would love our own fishing boat and I would be the first to volunteer to be the captain!

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PATRICK BERNET AND EDOUARD VICQUENEAU

EXECUTIVE CHEFS

PATRICK BERNET Where do you draw inspiration from? I draw a great deal of inspiration from my grandmother. I remember as a child, that each time I visited my grandmother’s house, I was greeted by the wonderful aromas of dinner dancing in the air. She would say, “sit down, Patou” (her nickname for me), and we would eat together at her little table.

From the first bite, to the last, I loved it! I didn’t want it to end. My inspiration comes from that feeling and those memories. I want to pass those feelings on to my guests. I want my guests to share a delicious meal together while creating beautiful memories. After all, food is an emotional experience.

What do you most love about your job? I love that as a chef I am able to use my artistic and creative abilities to create signature dishes using the best and freshest ingredients. It makes me happy and honored to see guests sitting around a table, making memories and loving each bite — from the first bite to the last.

EDOUARD VICQUENEAU When did you know that you wanted to become a chef?

Very young, seeing my father and grandmother doing it with so much passion on a daily basis and realizing that I will never know everything about it because it is in constant evolution.

What makes you an amazing chef?

I am the third generation in my family and have done it all my life, following what I have been taught with respect to my mentors and my pairs. Yes I am chef for sure. An amazing one? It will be to my customers to judge.

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CHRIS RENNINGHOFF

EXECUTIVE CHEF

Have fun. Be happy. Work hard.

What makes you an amazing chef?

I believe it lies in my passion and drive to do as much as I can to please the guests.

If it’s feasible, I’ll do it. I believe that in this day and age, there is not much room for the whole “I will not change my creations for anyone” attitude. My want to please the guests who come and dine with us is what guides me to try harder, be more creative, and stretch the walls of the culinary box so that the guests can receive something different and new but still have something relatable.

Where did you go to culinary school?

Johnson & Wales University.

Where do you draw inspiration from?

I draw a lot of my inspiration from my surroundings. I love just getting out into the woods and thinking. It helps get my mind clear and juices flowing.

What is your favorite oddball ingredient?

Fermented vegetables, sauerkraut, pickles... There’s just something that ferment process brings to the table that pickled items made with vinegar don’t have.

What would be your alternative career choice? Carpenter. I enjoy working with my hands and constructing. Hard work brings a sense of pride with it.

The Bevy 360 12th Ave. S. Naples, FL 34102 (239) 228-4220 naplesbevy.com

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GENNARO SOMMA

EXECUTIVE CHEF

What makes you an amazing chef? I know how to listen to others and the needs of my customers to make them always satisfied.

What is your quintessential dish? Banally, I would say pasta and rice, but I like cooking Mediterranean fish.

Where did you go to culinary school? I attended cooking school in Italy.

Where do you draw inspiration from? I always find inspiration in the ingredients I have available.

What is your favorite oddball ingredient?

My favorite ingredients are citrus fruits, basil, walnuts and ginger.

PHILLIP F. TOMA AND MICHAEL MIR

EXECUTIVE CHEF AND OWNER

Bha! Bha! Persian Bistro 865 Fifth Ave. S. Naples, FL 34102 (239) 594-5557 bhabhabistro.com

Voted the No. 1 restaurant in Southwest Florida by OpenTable.

What makes you an amazing chef? The passion and love I have for food and to never stop learning different cuisines cultures and techniques. I’m always determined to give all my guests amazing food along with a great experience. That is very important to me as a chef.

What is your quintessential dish? I would have to say my slow-roasted lamb shoulder stuffed with stone fruit, pistachios and almonds is always a great modern and comforting dish.

Where do you draw inspiration from? Well I know it may sound cliché, but my mother is definitely my biggest inspiration. She really is an amazing cook and influence that introduced me to so many different foreign ingredients and dishes growing up that you will not find in many people’s homes in America still today.

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MANUEL AGUILAR

EXECUTIVE CHEF

What makes you an amazing chef?

Dedication and passion for what I do.

What is your quintessential dish?

Seafood pasta.

Where did you go to culinary school?

Bice Culinary School.

Where do you draw inspiration from?

The passion for Italian cuisine since I was a child.

What is your dream piece of cooking equipment? Molecular food equipment.

What accomplishment are you most proud of in your career? To be the executive chef of Caffé Milano.

Caffé Milano 800 Fifth Ave. S. Naples, FL 34102 (239) 692-8480 caffemilano.com

HAROLD BALINK

CHEF & OWNER

I eat, drink and laugh for a living!

What drives you?

Service, the fulfillment I get from giving others happiness.

Why the serious photo?

This year has pushed me to truly look at all things from different perspectives.

Ever get tired of doing this?

Of course! Then I remember I eat, drink and laugh for a living!

Favorite thing to cook?

Hmmm, it’s more of the time of day than a specific item.

The creating and multi-step processes that happen during the day to produce coursed dinners from scratch is what I enjoy most. Does not matter the product.

Harold’s Restaurant 15250 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 107 Fort Myers, FL 33908 (239) 188 849-0622 haroldscuisine.com

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KJ’s Steakhouse 10950 S. Cleveland Ave. Fort Myers, FL 33907 (239) 275-4745 kjsfreshgrill.com

JAY PERREAULT AND WARREN FRYE

CHEF AND RESTURANT OWNER Chef Jay Perreault and Owner Warren Frye are busy working daily to create new dishes their guest will crave.

How long have you been open?

KJ’s Steakhouse has been open for 3 years and it’s a modern-themed, one-of-a-kind local steakhouse inspired from the 35 years of experience from Warren and wife Kerry.

What are you known for? KJ’s features aged beef, but we have nontraditional steakhouse items such as jambalaya, stir fry, fish tacos and more.

What makes KJ’s different? KJ’s has been recognized as a top destination for large groups. We have two private dining rooms and can accommodate 300 guests. The private rooms include full audio and video equipment.

MATTHEW T. ARNOLD

EXECUTIVE CHEF

“Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” - Hippocrates Where did you go to culinary school?

New England Culinary Institute, Montpelier Vermont.

Point-57 Kitchen & Cocktails 3522 Del Prado Blvd. S. Cape Coral, FL 33904 (239) 471-7785 point-57.com

Where do you draw inspiration from?

The dining public; its always an honor to cook and serve all people. To work to find what will be pleasurable.

Who is your favorite chef? Ben and Karen Barker of the Magnolia Grill.

True and real food people...way ahead of their time! The stitch in culinary time.

What accomplishments are you most proud of? Ranked 11th best restaurant in the U.S. while at Magnolia Grill and of course Point 57.

What do you love most about your job? The people and always trying to improve my relationship with food.

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IGNACIO ORTIZ

CHEF PARTNER

Push your limit to the absolute extreme.

What makes you an amazing chef? Being able to build relationships with my line cooks and sous chefs.

What is your quintessential dish? I enjoy making sushi—for our guests, for myself, for my kids…

From where do you draw your inspiration?

My family as well as the chefs who laid the path before me.

What is your dream piece of cooking equipment? A woodfire grill.

What is your all-time favorite restaurant?

Nobu.

What is your favorite cookbook? Aquavit by Marcus Samuelsson. It’s awesome to see how limitless fusion cooking really can be.

Who is your favorite chef? Shannon Chandler—my first chef at Roy’s. He took me under his wing and gave me the opportunity to learn and grow.

JAMES PRYOR

EXECUTIVE CHEF

The amount of hard work that is put into achieving goals is directly proportional to how bad you want it.

What makes you an amazing chef? Hard work, determination, honesty, loyalty and the chefs I surround myself with in the kitchen.

What is your philosophy when it comes to food? Respect each ingredient!!!!

What accomplishments are you most proud of? My daughter Mila Rose and being executive chef for Society.

What local ingredients/sources do you use? We harvest fresh produce and micro greens from our herb garden at Society.

Society 13499 Bell Tower Drive Fort Myers, FL 33907 (239) 236-5528 societyfortmyers.com

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DANIEL FRIER

EXECUTIVE CHEF

“Specializing in contemporary American cuisine with a fresh, Southern twist.”

Where did you go to culinary school? Art Institute of Atlanta.

During my final year I assisted a few of my chefs in the classroom, and, graduated with honors.

What would be your alternative career choice? Civil engineer.

Who is your favorite chef? Escoffier.

When did you know that you wanted to become a chef?

My passion and drive to be a chef began at a young age by observing and then by lending a helping hand in my mom’s kitchen. When I was 18 years old and had just graduated from high school, I started working as a prep cook. I loved the restaurant environment and knew I would be in kitchens for the rest of my career.

The Veranda 2122 Second St. (at Broadway) Downtown Fort Myers, FL 33901 verandarestaurant.com

La Trattoria Cafe Napoli 12377 S. Cleveland Ave., Suite 3B Fort Myers, FL 33907 (239) 931-0050 latrattoriacafenapoli.com

GLORIA M. JORDAN D’CABRAL

CHEF AND RESTAURANT OWNER I love hospitality! I love to ​​​prepare​dish​es​from different cultures and add my own​personal​touch. ​ here do you get your inspiration from? ​ W My inspiration comes from my mother.

We were not y ​ our​typical C ​ ​ubans. ​B​lack beans and rice were n ​ ot ​served at our ​ daily ​tabl​e​​. In fact, black beans and rice were​only s​ erved ​​on​Sunday​s​for ​our classical Cuban dinners. I inherited the gift of “playing” with ingredients. ​I love to create s​ omething new and different ​ every day, just like my mother would ​​​​​ d ​o back at home​in Cuba. ​​​She made magic with very little to work with. And she inspires me every single day!

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2018 THE RITZ CARLTON

280 Vanderbilt Beach Rd • Naples, FL 34108

Thank you friends, supporters and sponsors.

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COURTESY OF ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS

O C TO B E R C A L E N DA R

Through Nov. 3, the Dia de los Muertos exhibit of varying media at Alliance for the Arts showcases celebratory works— like this Latin America by Richard Bravo—by local artists.

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Wave and Rock by Suzanne G. Bennett will be among the plein-air works shown at BIG Arts in the Passion for Pastels exhibit, beginning Oct. 17.

AH-TAH-THI-KI MUSEUM Through 10/7 Learn

more about crafters, past and present, and the beautiful works they create in the Museum Village. Free. (877) 9021113. ahtahthiki.com

ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS 5-11/3 Local artists

contribute lively and fun works to Dia de Los Muertos: A Juried Exhibit. Free; $5 suggested donation. 9392787. artinlee.org

ART LEAGUE OF FORT MYERS 5-25 Wandering

Spirits judged show.

Free. 275-3970.

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BIG ARTS 17-11/25 Passion for

EAST WEST FINE ART 15-29 The Tale of Two

Pastels exhibit of works by plein air artists Suzanne G. Bennett and Michele Barron Buelow, plus exhibit The Sense of Things featuring varied explorations by Del Holt, Guy Tieman and Dale Weber. 395-0900. bigarts.org CENTERS FOR THE ARTS BONITA SPRINGS Through 10/20 Second

Time Around: The Hubcap as Art features 35 transformed hubcaps that inspire viewers to reflect on the role of consumption in American culture; and to understand artists not only as creators but also as creative problem

Cities—New York City and St. Petersburgh features the works of Konstantin Suhopluyev, Patrick Antonelle and Irina Alexandria at the gallery’s Mercato location. At the same time, see resin glass sculptures by Venetian artist Annalu in Streams of Illusion. Free. 8219459. eastwestfineart. com FGCU ART GALLERIES Through 10/4 Eleven

Voices: FGCU Art Faculty Exhibition.

4-11/8 Tropical Reunion: Megan Kissinger and David Shepard featuring works

by the two alumni that raise awareness about threatened habitats and species in their respective tropical habitats of Fort Myers and Honolulu.

18-11/15 Tampa artist Neil Bender and New York City artist Jen Ray meet for the first time with unscripted results in Blind Date. Free. fgcu. edu/artgalleries FORT MYERS ART WALK 5 The first Friday and

Saturday of the month, take a self-guided tour of the galleries in the River District. Free. 337-5050. fortmyersartwalk.com

FORT MYERS BEACH ART ASSOCIATION Through 10/17

Summer 2018 Show.

Free. 463-3909.

fortmyersbeachart.com HAYES HALL GALLERIES AND GARDENS, ARTIS— NAPLES 10-6/21 Daniel Buren:

A Colorful Pause is the site-specific installation of a contemporary pergola by the influential French artist.

Through 10/31 Student Photography Exhibition features the works of Collier County high school students of the selective annual Schrenk photography program.

Through 1/31/19

Intermission: Art and Music from the Permanent Collection draws on The Baker Museum’s deep connection with music in visual art.

Through 6/31/19

The Four Seasons: The

Monumental Sculpture of Philip Haas showcases the work of the internationally renowned contemporary American artist and filmmaker. Free. 5971900. artisnaples.org IMAG HISTORY & SCIENCE CENTER Through 10/28

Sewing a Native Truth: Seminole Fashion and Culture exhibit, in partnership with Florida Gulf Coast University, features more than 20 unique Seminole dolls and clothing items on loan from The Florida Museum of Natural History. Center admission $14 per adult, $12 per senior, $10 per child or student, free for children 2 and younger.

243-0043. theimag.org

COURTESY OF BIG ARTS

MUSEUMS & GALLERIES

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MARCO ISLAND CENTER FOR THE ARTS 1-30 Opposites Attract

COURTESY OF CENTERS FOR THE ARTS BONITA SPRINGS

and Marco Island Academy exhibits.

Free. 394-4221. marcoislandart.org

MARCO ISLAND HISTORICAL MUSEUM Through 10/4 The

interactive I Remember Marco exhibit invites people to share stories, thoughts and recollections about the island and its history. Free. 642-1440. colliermuseums.com

MUSEUM OF THE EVERGLADES Through 11/2

Abandoned Vehicles of the Everglades explores the interaction between man and art through a series of photographs

captured mainly at night. Free. 695-0008. colliermuseums.com

with the Acoustic Music Society of SWFL, featuring a fusion of American country music; Irish, Scottish and English ballads and traditional dance music; and jazz influence. $15.

939-2787. artinlee.org

NAPLES ART DISTRICT 3 The “Art Alive” studio

and gallery tours of 40plus professional artists takes place across the district. Free. 289-5070. naplesartdistrict.com

CENTERS FOR THE ARTS BONITA SPRINGS 6 Damon Fowler.

ROSEN GALLERY & STUDIOS Through 11/5 Group

Show: Resident Artists featuring recent works in collage, mixed media, painting and sculpture from Rosita Gilsenan, Tracy Magen Rosen and Richard Rosen. Free.

821-1061. rosen.gallery SOCO CULTURAL DISTRICT 13 The SoCo Second

See Linda Mix Yates’ mixed-media Becoming Again through Oct. 20 in Second Time Around: The Hubcap as Art at the Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs.

together the talent of the Fort Myers art district and their patrons for a culture crawl. Free. 5908645 socoswfl.com

Saturday event brings

LIVE MUSIC ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS 14 Bluegrass concert,

$20-30.

7 Musical Moments: Skeletons, Ghosts and the Dance Macabre. $25.

13 Les Paul & Mary Ford Tribute Show. 4958989. artcenterbonita. org THE DOOBIE BROTHERS 21 The harmony-laden,

presented in partnership

guitar-driven rock band plays at Suncoast Credit Union Arena at

FSW. $38-125. 481-4849. bbmannpah.com EVENING ON FIFTH 11 An array of live

musical performances line the sidewalks of Fifth Avenue South.

Free. 692-8436, fifthavenuesouth.com

FGCU CHAMBER MUSIC 12 The Naples

Philharmonic Chamber Ensembles perform at FGCU’s Tobe Recital Hall. 597-1900. artisnaples.org FORT MYERS MUSIC WALK 19 Bands, street

performers and DJS fill the Fort Myers River District. Free.

A Tropical Winter Wonderland!

December 7 – 23, December 26 – 30, 2018 and January 1 – 3, 2019: 6 – 9 pm Rediscover the natural beauty of plants from the tropics and subtropics as thousands of lights illuminate the Garden. Enjoy festive entertainment for the whole family including music from the best of our local talent.

Advance tickets are required.

Discounted Member tickets available October 16.

Tickets go on sale to the general public November 6.

Ticket sale assistance line – 239.325.1354

Night Lights Admission

COURTESY OF BIG ARTS

4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples, FL | 239.643.7275

NAPLESGARDEN.ORG

DECEMBER 7 – 14 Adults: $10 Members / $20 Non-Members Children (4-14): $5 Members / $10 Non-members Children (3 and under): Free, ticket required SUPPORTING SPONSORS:

DECEMBER 15– JANUARY 3 Adults: $10 Members / $25 Non-Members Children (4-14): $5 Members / $15 Non-members Children (3 and under): Free, ticket required

MEDIA SPONSORS:

SPECIAL THANKS TO:

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NAPLES JAZZMASTERS DIXIELAND BAND 27 Concert at River

Park Community Center. Free. 263-1113. naplesjazzsociety.com NAPLES PHILHARMONIC CHAMBER ORCHESTRA 6 The orchestra and

Pianists Christina and Michelle Naughton perform two concerts alongside the Naples Philharmonic at Artis—Naples.

LIVE AND LOCAL SERIES 17 The Alex Lopez

Express, a ’60s British blues group with a modern edge, performs

THE

at Artis—Naples. 5971900. artisnaples.org

4221. marcoislandart. org

MARCO ISLAND CENTER FOR THE ARTS 11 Penn Johnson. 394-

NAPLES DIXIELAND JAZZ BAND 28 Concert at Cambier

BEST OF the

GULFSHORE

2019

Naples Philharmonic Chamber Chorus perform selections from Haydn, Bach and Pergolesi at Artis— Naples. 597-1900. artisnaples.org

NAPLES PHILHARMONIC MASTERWORKS 18-19 Pianists

Christina Naughton and Michelle Naughton

join conductor Andrey Boreyko in Boreyko Conducts Brahms at Artis—Naples. 597-1900. artisnaples.org THE NORRIS CENTER 12 The Sounds of Soul.

13 Love Hunter. 213-

2058. naplesgov.com/ parksrec

THE RANCH CONCERT HALL & SALOON 5 Love and Theft. $25.

13 Scotty McCreery.

$25-45.

26 Upchurch the

Redneck. $25. 985-9839. theranchfortmyers.com SEMINOLE CASINO HOTEL IMMOKALEE 13 Wynonna & the Big

Noise. $75. 658-1313.

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA EVENT CENTER 6 Victor Wainwright

and the Train with special guest The Alex Lopez Xpress. $15-35.

11 Todd Snider. $20-50.

12 Shelly Fairchild. $25-50.

16 The Devon Allman Project with special guest Duane Betts. $30-55.

19 UB40. $25-84.

26 Dweezil Zappa. $50-80. 245-9910. swfleventcenter.com STAR WARS LIVE IN CONCERT—A NEW HOPE 30 Jack Everly conducts

the Naples Philharmonic to a screening of the blockbuster hit at Artis—Naples. 597-1900. artisnaples.org

THIRD THURSDAY ON THIRD 18 Catch live music and

family-friendly fun in

COURTESY OF ARTIS—NAPLES

Park. Free. 263-1113. naplesjazzsociety.com

Don’t miss your chance to

VOTE FOR THE 2019

BEST OF THE GULFSHORE Voting begins November 1

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Fleischmann Courtyard.

Free. thirdstreetsouth. com TOTO 26 The Africa group

stops at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW on their 40 Trips Around the Sun Tour. $40-100. 481-4849. bbmannpah.com

THEATER & SHOWS 4192: AN EVENING WITH PETE ROSE LIVE 5 Baseball’s hit king

comes to Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW for his theater debut, sharing stories of his past in baseball in a Broadwaystyle event. $42-55.

481-4849. bbmannpah. com 42ND STREET 4-11/17 The dazzling

tribute to Broadway, NYC and the world of musical theater plays at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre. $45-70 per adult, $26-30 per child. 278-4422. broadwaypalm.com

BECOMING DOCTOR RUTH Through 10/21

Florida Repertory Theatre presents this heartfelt, hilarious and triumphant one-woman tour de force about the girl who became Dr. Ruth. $25-55. 332-4488. floridarep.org

THE COMEDIANNETTES II 27 Fierce funny females

perform at Alliance for the Arts. $20. 939-2787. artinlee.org DON’T DRESS FOR DINNER Through 11/10 Off

Broadway Palm Theatre presents this side-splitter about a love “square.” $39-59. 278-4422. broadwaypalm.com

HAND TO GOD 19-11/4 The Labora-

tory Theater of Florida presents this darkly humorous play about human nature and an assignment to create original hand puppets going strangely awry. $28 per adult, $25 per military member or senior, $10 per student.

218-0481. laboratorytheaterflorida.com AN ILIAD 20-11/4 See the produc-

tion based on Homer’s The Iliad at Gulfshore Playhouse. $20-65.

261-7529. gulfshoreplayhouse.org

IMPROV TONIGHT 12 Local comics per-

form at the Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs.

495-8989. artcenterbonita.org JUNE & JASON’S SURVIVAL GUIDE TO DIVORCE 24-11/18 The Naples

Players presents this world premiere reminiscent of great sitcom humor. 263-7990. naplesplayers.org

LEWIS BLACK: THE JOKE’S ON US TOUR 19 The Grammy-

MURDER MYSTERY DINNER TRAIN Through 11/22 Kilroy

winning stand-up comedian performs at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW. $25-66. 481-4849. bbmannpah.com

Never Showed!

5-11/17 Dice, Deeds and Death.

Performances at Colonial Station. $80-85.

275-8487. semgulf.com

LORD OF THE DANCE: DANGEROUS GAMES 16 The performance

MURDERERS Through 10/7

commences at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW. $35-75. 481-4849. bbmannpah.com

MADAGASCAR: A MUSICAL ADVENTURE 12-11/16 The kids’

favorite Dreamworks production runs at Broadway Palm Children’s Theatre. $19. 278-4422. broadwaypalm.com

Performed by Theatre Conspiracy at Alliance for the Arts, the quirky whodunit about three secret murderers takes place at Florida’s fictional Riddle Key Retirement Center. $26.

939-2787. artinlee.org/ theatre

NEW WORKS FESTIVAL 4-7 For the sixth year,

Gulfshore Playhouse hosts developmental workshops and public readings of the scripts

November 12-18, 2018

Enjoy an upgraded food and beverage experience as you walk alongside the world’s best female golfers.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit CMEGroupTourChampionship.com or call 239.593.3900

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selected. $17-65.

261-7529. gulfshoreplayhouse.org OFF THE HOOK COMEDY CLUB 10-11 Evidential

Medium Cindy Kaza. $20-35.

12-14 DeRay Davis. $25-200.

16-18 Mike Quu: Full Throttle. $22-175.

25-28 Ali Siddiq. $22-180. 389-6901. offthehookcomedy.com PETER AND THE STARCATCHER 3-28 The Tony-winning

story, put on here by The Naples Players, upends the century-old story of how a miserable orphan comes to be Peter Pan. 263-7990. naplesplayers.org

POETRY OPEN MIC NIGHT 23 Local poets share

Gather for a fun afternoon of shopping, wine tasting, a fashion show & charming Sole Men displaying fashion must-haves on silver platters.

their original works against the backdrop of local art at Alliance for the Arts. $5 suggested donation. 939-2787. artinlee.org

ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW 13 Alliance for the Arts

hosts the cult classic on the big screen, plus food trucks, a Rocky raffle and more. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. 939-2787. artinlee. org

THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY 29 The concert-style

theater show plays at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW. $31-57. 481-4849. bbmannpah.com SONG & DANCE 20 Gulfshore Opera and

Gulfshore Ballet present a performance for all dance and vocal music lovers at the ballet’s Studio 1. $79. 529-3925. gulfshoreopera.org

STEEL MAGNOLIAS 16-11/7 Florida

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Repertory Theatre presents the heartwarming play focused around the female friendships nurtured in a Southern beauty parlor. $25-55.

332-4488. floridarep.org STEVE MARTIN AND MARTIN SHORT 28 As part of the Naples

International Film Festival closing night awards ceremony, the comedians perform An Evening You Will Forget for the Rest of Your Life, featuring the Steep Canyon Rangers and Jeff Babko. 5971900. artisnaples.org

URINE-TOWN THE MUSICAL 11-14 TheatreZone

presents this musical satire about the legal system, capitalism and social irresponsibility. $50-60. (888) 966-3352. theatrezone-florida.com

SPORTS & OUTDOORS CORKSCREW AFTER HOURS 12 Experience

Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary’s 2.25-mile boardwalk and Blair Audubon Center until 9 p.m. This month’s theme is “Swamptober Fest.” Admission $14 per adult. 348-9151. corkscrew.audubon.org

GULF COAST RUNNERS 20 Gulf to Gulf 80

Mile Relay starting and ending in Cambier Park. Registration $40 and up.

27 Halloween Monster 5K at Fleischmann Park. Registration $25 and up. gcrunner.org ROCKTOBERFEST 10 MILER & RELAY 21 North Collier

Regional Park hosts the race. Registration $5980. eliteevents.org

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FESTIVALS, FAIRS & MORE ART SHOW 21 The Marco Island

Center for the Arts hosts an art show with the Marco Island Foundation for the Arts.

394-4221. marcoislandart.org “DING” DARLING DAYS 12-14 The birding and

eco-festival of free and discounted activities at J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge features Let’s Get Outside Day, Conservation Art Day and Family Fun Day. (239) 472-1100. dingdarlingdays.com FIFTH AVENUE SOUTH 21-31 Fall CityFEST. 27 FASBID Paradise

Coast Wine & Food Experience.

31 FASBID Halloween on 5th Spooktacular. fifthavenuesouth.com

ITALIAN FEST 2018 28 The Rotary Club of

Fort Myers presents at Alliance for the Arts the annual festival of entertainment, raffles, kid and adult games, a spaghetti-eating contest, and, of course, food and drink. Free; donations welcome. 939-2787. artinlee.org

MOVIE ON THE LAWN 16 The Nightmare Before

Christmas plays at Mercato. Free. 254-1080. mercatoshops.com NAPLES ARTCRAFTERS 20 Fine arts and crafts

fair in Cambier Park.

Free. naplesartcrafters. com

NAPLES INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL 25-28 Artis—Naples

presents the 10th anniversary year of the festival, including an opening night film and party, showings at Silverspot Cinema, and

a closing night awards ceremony and special performance. 597-1900. artisnaples.org NAPLES YARD & GARDEN SHOW 20-21 The UF/

IFAS Collier County Extension presents the annual two-day affair—this year held at Collier County Museum due to Hurricane Irma—of plant vendors, horticulture merchants, educational lectures and much more. $5 per person, free for kids 12 and under. (239) 352-4800. facebook/naplesyardandgarden show PIONEER PUMPKIN PALOOZA 20 Immokalee Pioneer

Museum at Roberts Ranch presents a pumpkin patch, hay maze, pioneer-themed activities for all ages, arts and crafts, and more. Free. 252-2611. colliermuseums.com

PRIDE-SWFL 2018 6 Alliance for the Arts

celebrates unique voices and vibrant diversity in this annual festival of food, drinks and entertainment. 939-2787. artinlee.org

ROOKERY BAY ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER 1 Receive buy-one-

get-one admission in celebration of World Habitat Day. Regular admission $5 per adult, $3 per child age 6-12, free for children under 6. 530-5940. rookerybay. org

STONE CRAB FESTIVAL 26-28 The weekend of

food and fun takes place on land and water in and around Bayfront, Port of Naples Marina, Tin City and Naples Transportation and Tours General Store/ Heritage Museum. stonecrabfestival. com

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