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FEBRUARY 2019 PUBLISHER

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In the Air: Love, Beauty and Art BANISH THOUGHTS OF THE WINTER THIS VALENTINE'S DAY BECAUSE LOVE IS

CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Alison Holmes CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER

Alexia Marcin

IN THE AIR, ESPECIALLY IN NAPLES WHERE THE SUN IS SHINING. And whether it's a bouquet of flowers, a painting that will last a lifetime and beyond, or a piece of local jewelry that says a thousand words as a declaration of true love, you can't help but get swept up with emotion this time of year. Emotion, I think, is what art in every form is all about in every way, shape or form. And there's so much in town—just look around.

The Botanical Gardens beckon; theaters, restaurants, art galleries and events do, too.

Have a look inside at our calendar of events for ideas, and send us pictures of where you end up, holding hands and having a good time.

A personal favorite, Art in the Park, provides our community access to creative artwork of local artists. The Naples Art Association hosts this event on the first Saturday of each month from November through April, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Check listings online for details.

And if you've got art on the mind, read our article about what's happening at the Sweet Art Gallery, a paradise for art lovers. It's a whole other world out there: seek and you shall find.

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

To hone in on the theme, our cover this month celebrates love and art, intertwined

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

beings. Miami-based artist Renda Writer draws influence from all of his life experiences.

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

“My goal as an artist is to make my handwriting into visual art and to shed light on the general idea that handwriting can be seen as art, reminding viewers that there's art in what the words say, how they look and how they’re written,” he says.

EDITORIAL MANAGER Nicolette Martin AD MANAGER Chad Jensen REGIONAL SALES DIRECTORS John Newman | Eric Williams WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell

Like me, you'll be captivated.

And so, happy February to art aficionados and lovers at large all around. Let's hope the good feelings last forever.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE FEBRUARY 2019

FEATURES 16 Adventures in England: Romance in the Country’s Southwest Beautiful Venues for a Honeymoon (Second, Even), Proposals (Ask Again), plus Tea for Two

20 Bon Appétit Welcome to The French Brasserie Rustique

24 A Visit to the Sweet Art Gallery Where Every Canvas Tells a Story

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26 Hold on Tight: The Mercedes Family Expands...and How Naples Shows Off the MercedesAMG GT 63 S 4MATIC+

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Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Culinary Creations

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24 Artist’s Palette 26 Driver’s Notebook 30 Open House 32 Lifestyle Calendar

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GOOD TIMES

The Widow Clicquot Bruce Nichols, the owner of the Wine Store (1200 Central Ave), hosted a tasting of Veuve Clicquot Champagnes with best-selling author Tilar Mazzeo. Tilar wrote the biography of Madame Clicquot detailing the story about how she took over the family business at the age of 27 after her husband passed away and built it into a global empire.

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The Naples Design District's Holiday Stroll Peppermint Patty martinis were the order of the day at the Republic of Decor on Nov. 29 at the store that opened its doors to those taking part in the holiday stroll that evening. Some even came dressed up for the occasion, like four-legged Lilly here, who clearly enjoys being the center of attention!

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CHEF VINCENZO BETULIA OF THE FRENCH BRASSERIE RUSTIQUE SHARES HIS SPECIAL RECIPE

FRENCH ONION SOUP SERVES 6 You'll need six tureens that can stand the heat of the broiler.

ingredients + 8 pounds (about 8 large) yellow onions + 1 baguette, toasted + 4 ounces unsalted butter + 6-12 slices Emmental cheese + Kosher salt to taste + 1 1/2 cups grated Gruyere + 2-3 bay leaves + 1 beef shank (roasted) + 12 peppercorns + 6 fresh thyme sprigs + 2 gallons beef broth + Freshly ground black pepper + Sherry wine vinegar

directions

+ In a piece of cheesecloth about 7 inches square, put

+ Continue to cook for 2-3 hours or until fully rich and

the bay leaves, peppercorns and thyme sprigs. Tie the

caramelized. Do not scorch; toward the caramelizing stage,

cheesecloth with butcher twine and reserve.

the onions may dry and burn.

+ Cut the onions at each end and then cut the onions in

+ Add the beef broth and roasted beef shank. Allow the soup to

half lengthwise.

simmer for 1 hour. Meanwhile, cut the baguette into 3/8-inch slices and brush with olive oil.

+ Lay the onion cut side down, and begin to slice along the grain to help soften the onions. Melt the butter

+ Toast until golden brown. Season with salt, pepper and sherry

in a large, heavy stockpot over medium heat. Add the

vinegar to taste. Place soup in a tureen leaving a 1/2 inch at the top.

onions and a good pinch of salt. Reduce the heat to low. + Add two slices of toasted bread and scatter grated Gruyere + Add the spice sachet and cook the onions (stirring

over the bread. Top the tureens with 1-2 slices of Emmental

every 15 minutes) for 1 hour. Scrape all the sides of the

cheese. Place tureens under a broiler for a few minutes until

pot and increase the heat a little.

cheese bubbles and forms a thick crust. Eat carefully.

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TRAVEL DESTINATION

ADVENTURES IN ENGLAND: ROMANCE IN THE COUNTRY'S SOUTHWEST BEAUTIFUL VENUES FOR A HONEYMOON (SECOND, EVEN), PROPOSALS (ASK AGAIN), PLUS TEA FOR TWO ARTICLE ALISON HOLMES PHOTOGRAPHY HIGHCLERE CASTLE: ADAM HILLIER PHOTOGRAPHY

“ONE HALF OF ME IS YOURS, THE OTHER HALF YOURS,” SAID PORTIA TO BASSANIO IN THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, A TIMELESS PROCLAMATION OF LOVE. You could use that line yourself this Valentine’s Day, especially if you’re in England where love is (still) definitively in the air.

And while lovers love London, there are so many other places to explore beyond. So if you enjoy beauty and history and are

Bath straddles the river Avon.

looking to kindle a whole lotta love somewhere ultra-romantic and serene, then consider these two venues, direct train journeys, both, from the capital city’s Paddington Station.

(LOVE A ND) THE WATERS IN BATH The World Heritage-listed city of Bath, in Somerset, is about one and a half hours on the Great Western Railway (founded in 1883) route. You’ll love it here if you like to walk old, timeless streets holding hands while visiting beautiful boutiques, ancient sights and traditional pubs with a lot of fabulous food on offer.

Bath, dating back to the Romans, is as old-worldly as cities come, and the scenic rail journey to this splendid city of Georgian architecture will give romantics the chance to rehearse, in their heads, professions of undying love to be delivered upon arrival.

I was in Bath Abbey myself not long ago, and when I asked the guide here if the former monastery (from the 7th century) had any old tales to share or any romantic spots within she could recommend, her face lit up. Everyone in the vicinity, in fact, got involved in my quest, but the guide took me by the hand and animatedly explained some local lore.

“When it comes to love,” she said, “you must include the Abbey’s tower.”

Here’s why.

“That’s where it all happens in Bath!” she assured me. “Couples climb the 212 steps to the top of the tower where the views out over the Roman baths, the hills and fields, and the sounds of the buskers playing below all help to set the scene—and the question is popped.”

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According to her, no one’s ever said no, and the venue has “a 100 percent success rate.”

The team here will, as well, provide couples with Champagne for a toast (if arrangements are made beforehand). I asked if the Abbey could be booked for marriage vow renewals, and she said yes, it’s done all the time. So if you’re already happily married, head here too.

WHER E TO STAY: NO. 15 GR EAT PULTENEY Located on Bath’s “grandest” street, this is a new and beautifully appointed luxury hotel, with a spa and restaurant you won’t want to miss either. From here, it’s just steps to our other suggestion, the Holburne Museum.

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Holburne died in 1874 and bequeathed his vast collection all to the city of Bath, highlights of which include The Byam Family

by Thomas Gainsborough, among others.

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Bath Abbey and its tower dominate the city skyline.

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TRAVEL DESTINATION

(CON TI N U ED)

(LOVE A ND) TEA AT HIGHCLERE CASTLE The second option, which could even be a day trip if you’re stretched for time, is Newbury, in Berkshire (pronounced, take note, bark-shur), where Highclere Castle (the “real” Downton Abbey) is located, about an hour by train, and is another fantastic place when it comes to wooing in England.

According to their website: “Valentine’s Day is not just the Victorian romance of roses and chocolates, cards and Champagne; it is also a day to stop and think about the person you love, the person you married or the person to whom you would like to propose.”

And why not do it here in these beautiful surroundings? Although it has to be said, you’ll need to book way in advance to get a ticket as the Earl and Countess of Carnarvon still live here and only open the premises to the public on select days, at select hours. You will, however, be given ample time, once you’re in, to tour the grounds and have high tea in the State Dining Room after the visit. You could, in fact, quickly stage your own love skit while here, the setting for so many happy scenes, weddings and engagements in Downton Abbey. Here’s a line to help you on your way: “I’m not a romantic… But even I concede that the heart does not exist solely for the purpose of pumping blood.”

-Violet Crawley, S2E2.

The Grotto Lodge is one of two places to stay at Highclere Castle.

Visits to the "real" Downton Abbey, Highclere Castle, are the stuff of dreams

WHER E TO STAY: Highclere Castle has two lodges (the Grotto Lodge and the London Lodge) which, over the past two years, have been painstakingly restored by the current Earl and his wife to provide unique and luxurious accommodation for two.

DON’ T MISS: The Gift Shop, where you can buy many items for yourself (and anybody back home who wishes they could have come too) to immortalize this special moment.

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INGREDIENTS ALSO MATTER, AND THE RESTAURANT SOURCES THE FINEST, LOCAL PRODUCTS FROM PEOPLE VINCENZO CALLS FRIENDS.

ARTICLE ALISON HOLMES | PHOTOGRAPHY ALEXIA MARCIN

Bon Appétit WELCOME TO THE FRENCH BRASSERIE RUSTIQUE

FRENCH NATIONALS TAKE THEIR FOOD SERIOUSLY; THEY SPEND HOURS AT THE TABLE—SACROSANCT BREAKS IN THE TRAVAILS OF THE DAY—DRINKING AND DEBATING EVERYTHING FROM HOW GOOD THE LOCAL VINTAGE WILL BE THAT YEAR TO WHO’S DATING WHOM, WHO’S SLIGHTED WHOM AND EVERYTHING IN-BETWEEN. Much of the time, therefore, in cities like Paris, Lyon, Marseilles or Toulouse as examples, the local brasserie is where life happens: meals, deals, debates, business mergers, marriage proposals and just about everything else.

And yes, as the epicenter of French life, there’s always some great food and drink served up ‘round the clock, usually late into the evening. For many, the menu du jour, the day’s proposed three-course selection, is their main meal of the day as they make the local brasserie their “regular” dining room of choice.Here in Naples, 20

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Although not on the cards, chef Vincenzo's last meal would be this: cheese, charcuterie, French bread, olives and a glass of red wine.

when The French Brasserie Rustique opened its doors in 2017, it was cause for great celebration as, while there are other French restaurants in town, this is the only brasserie, a classification that represents a more casual and laid-back affair than a formal, French restaurant.

Following tradition, the brasserie has no tablecloths, no fancy china and no Michelin stars, and yet the environment is casual, embracing, welcoming and fun.

So when the urge for a soul-satisfying French onion soup, some buttery snails, a perfectly cooked steak frites and a glass of red wine (or something stronger) comes along, head straight here, where chef Vincenzo Betulia (yes, he’s Italian, but more on that later), in true French fashion, runs an operation where the service is spot-on, the food is delicious, and the French apple pie—the tarte tatin—will soon have you dreaming of, if not planning, your next French sojourn.

Born in Sicily, Vincenzo and his family moved to Wisconsin when he was young, and while back then Wisconsin wasn’t a center of gastronomy, food was very important in his home. Vincenzo liked to eat but never dreamed of being a chef until the early ’90s when he took a job as a prep cook in the basement of Milwaukee’s premier Italian restaurant, Ristorante Bartolotta, eventually working his way up to sous chef and then chef. The French connection was Paul Bartolotta himself, who had worked with Paul Bocuse in France at one point in his career and had brought French food to Milwaukee to resounding success. Vincenzo absorbed everything he could about French cuisine alongside Bartolotta at Bartolotta’s Lake Park Bistro.

“As a young cook, I was standing behind the grill station cooking for hours and hours, day after day, and I saw many similarities between French and Italian food.”

So, with two successful Italian restaurants here in Naples under his belt—Osteria Tulia and Bar Tulia— Vincenzo felt it was time to branch out. And a brasserie made perfect sense, so he opened The French at this perfect location on Fifth Avenue, where beautifully prepared simple classics that appeal to everyone are on the menu.

Ingredients also matter, and the restaurant sources the finest, local products from people Vincenzo calls friends. Oakes Farms supplies many of the raw ingredients; the beef is from a local butcher; and the fish comes from fishermen who call in advance to let him know what the daily catch has yielded.

In France, the meal starts with bread being placed on the table. Here too, with the addition of some delicious garlic butter to dip into as you peruse the menu and the wine list, which offers carefully selected vintages to match your meal.

Order and soak up the ambiance: the open kitchen is a hive of activity—just another day at the brasserie.

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A Visit to the Sweet Art Gallery WHERE EVERY CANVAS TELLS A STORY NAPLES, AS WE KNOW, HAS A VIBRANT CONTEMPORARY

simile he used when talking to me about Dede herself. But it also

ART SCENE, AND THERE’S ONE WOMAN IN TOWN WHO’S

applies to him. Born in Libya during the Italian occupation, his family

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soon after moved to Tunisia where Clemente’s father, recognizing his

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son had considerable talent when it came to drawing, hired a classi-

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Bardo and The Carthage, also inspired the

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teamed up with Daniel Lubner of Clive Daniel Home to create an enormous showroom of art and beautiful furnishings on Trade Center Way in the Naples Art District in North Naples. Separate businesses still, they work in tandem to display furnishings alongside artwork, a brilliant concept that enables visitors to the showroom to select pieces that go together perfectly to create that individual space of joy and serenity we all seek when decorating our homes and offices.

Clemente Mimun include many from various walks of life, like Mexican painter Rufino Tamayo and French artist

And if you haven’t been here yet, prepare to be wowed. Dede has a fine flair for

Georges Braque.

abstract art, and she emanates warmth

budding artist, influences which today still govern his style to a great extent.

After spending time in Paris—a right of passage for almost every artist—the family finally emigrated to the US when he was 24 where, with no formal art training, his colorful roots and inherent aptitude have ensured that till today, wherever he goes, people want to own a Mimun to grace their wall, as well as be photographed alongside him. This was certainly the case on the night we met when he explained that all his paintings are part of a given series, inspirations for which come from all sources. He uses no models, pictures or still life arrangements when creating a new work of art, just his imagination.

and friendliness that ensures you, like the

Also very much at home in the gallery

40 or so artists from near and far who trust her with their beloved

that evening was Mary Ann Flynn-Fouse, an abstract expression-

pieces, will walk out of here with a new friend in town.

ist painter who lives here in Naples. She began her career in the

At one of her recent gatherings in the showroom, several of the

1950s while studying at Kent State University. It was an exciting

artists she represents were there too: Fidel Aguiar, Mary Ann Flynn-

time to be an art student in Cleveland, Ohio, when Sherman Lee,

Fouse and Clemente Mimun, to name a few. And like anywhere art-

an art historian and expert on Asian art, was the director of the

ists congregate, there was a lot of positive energy, good spirit and

Cleveland Museum of Art.

creativity in the air.

Painters like Pollock, de Kooning, Rothko and Motherwell were

Clemente Mimun was there as the event was hosted to feature

shaking up the established art world to its very foundation.

his latest work from his "Y" series, art inspired by his Mediterranean

“It was a great time to be studying art,” says Ann, who spent some

background and his fondness for the classical influence of composer

time herself in Provincetown, Massachusetts, hoping for a chance

Claude Debussy. His background is as vibrant as his paintings, a

encounter with Pollock which, sadly, never came to pass.

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| 01 "Anthony Bourdin - Life is a Dream and Hopes of Five Star Ratings" is Mary Ann Flynn-Fouse's beautiful acrylic piece in shades of blue. | 02 “The Berber Wedding”, a symphony in blue, is from Mimun’s Arabesque series. | 03 Mimun with gallery patrons | 04 Mary Ann Flynn-Fouse surrounds herself, whenever possible, with color and beauty. | 05 Mary Ann Flynn-Fouse painted this acrylic on canvas work titled “Anna Wintour” after she spotted the famous Vogue editor at the French Open in a colorful dress.

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FEBRUARY

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The Ferrari Club of Naples hosts Cars

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Gulfshore Playhouse

makes

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mainstage

covers

the

invents a machine to treat female

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“hysteria.” His wife is curious.

CONCERT TRIBUTE SERIES AT THE POINTE

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The Pointe at Naples Bay Resort

Reminiscent

of

a

19th-century

Parisian cabaret with an intimate

GulfShorePlayhouse.com

GULF COAST BIG BAND Cambier Park

atmosphere over cocktails, wine and

Jazz under the direction of popular

food, the live concert series pays

trumpet player Dan Miller. Free. Bring

The Baker Museum

tributes to classic favorites like Billy

a chair. Scholarship donations for local

The exhibit includes pieces from

Joel, Neil Diamond, Journey, The

high school musicians are appreci-

Papiers à la Mode, a survey of 300

Eagles and Elton John.

ated. Visit GulfCoastBigBand.com

years of fashion history; her Splendors

Guests are seated in communal, cozy

for the musical program the day of

of the Medici series, exploring Italian

round tables of eight with the perform-

the concert.

Renaissance costumes; and her most

ers a few mere feet from the audience.

recent work, Les Ballet Russes. On Feb.

More

4 at 10 a.m. is a corresponding lecture

NaplesBayResort.com/concerts

information

and

tickets:

at the Daniels Pavilion. Tickets are $15.

More information at ArtisNaples.org

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15 GATSBY AT THE COTTAGE Naples Historical Society's

THE NAPLES PLAYERS SAPPHIRE SOIREE GALA

Historic Palm Cottage

The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort

the nines for this first-ever Gatsby

Celebrating their 65th year, The Naples

event.

Players invites you to the Sapphire

when flappers, jazz and parties

Soiree Gala at the Ritz-Carlton Golf

every night were the thing. Relive

We are always accepting sub-

Resort. For tickets or sponsorship

the Roaring 20s with a cocktail

missions for events you'd like to

opportunities, contact Derek Perry,

from the era, plus a demo of what

see included in our Calendar sec-

Director of Development, 239.434.7340

took the country by storm: The

tion. Submissions are accepted

ext 126 or dperry@naplesplayers.org

Charleston.

via

NaplesPlayers.org

NaplesHistoricalSociety.org

It's time to glam up and dress to

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LOCAL’S CHOICE ARTICLE ALISON HOLMES | PHOTOGRAPHY ALEXIA MARCIN

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VALENTINE'S DAY GIFT IDEAS—ART IS THE NAME OF THE GAME THIS YEAR, FOR VALENTINE'S DAY, I DREAM OF A HEART-SHAPED HAPPY DIAMONDS CHOPARD WATCH, A PINK HERMES BAG AND A NEW RED CAYENNE S. How wonderful would that be? But, slow down, I tell myself. Shouldn't Valentine's Day be a celebration of love and companionship on a wider scale? Shouldn't we all be celebrating those special people in our lives that make it what it is?

So by no means do I suggest you eschew such splendid beauties like the ones I covet (listed above) now and forever, but if your aim is to spread love and joy by spoiling a host of wonderful people you know—and showing you care—then here we showcase some fabulous, local suggestions from Naples and its surrounds. You can bring a smile to anyone's face with these treats we sourced very close to home.

So, Cupid, take a look.

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1. Pure Paradise Shampoo Bar and Pure Paradise Conditioner Bar from the Naples Soap Company | 2. True love: Jay Andrew and Ricki Lensink have been married for 46 years and making jewelry for more than 10. | 3. Sweet Cherry Almond – Natural Soap from the Naples Soap Company | 4. A double-sided silver heart says “I love you,” by J. Andrew Designs at Naples’ Art in the Park event on Dec. 1, 2018 | 5. In case you forget, as seen on Fifth Avenue | 6. Morning Wood – Sea Salt Soap Bold sandalwood and patchouli scent. | 7. Heitmann, also at Art in the Park on Dec. 1, makes vibrant paintings that celebrate nature. | 8. jandrewdesigns@comcast.net 34

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