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CONTENTS

NOVEMBER 2020

FEATURES 68 / AN ARTFUL LIFE E.T. and Lyn Williams reflect upon the past, present, and future of their art collection

By Cary Barbor

76 / TAKE FLIGHT: BIRDING IN NAPLES Get started in the wonderful world of bird-watching with our helpful guide

By Marianne McNee

82 / FLYING COLORS

Patriotic attire and vintage-inspired garb fly high this fall Photography by Navid

92 / GREEN ACRES Three thriving local farms to visit with family, and farmers market updates

By Eric Barton

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DEPARTMENTS 22 / FROM THE EDITOR 24 / SEEN A look back on some of the best arts events of the 2019-2020 social season

INSIDER 29 / Q&A Author Randy Wayne White talks Doc Ford, baseball, and more

30 / LOCAL AUTHORS Two new books with Naples ties

32 / NEW & NOW A kayaking tour worth booking, and three cool examples of public art

34 / FINDS We spotlight nine great boutiques on Fifth Avenue South

STYLE 37 / THE LOOK Goods that give back, plus a reinvention of the house dress

40 / BIJOUX Art-inspired jewelry fit for a gallery

ABODE 43 / DESIGN

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48 / INSPIRED LIVING Simple strategies for healthy environs

50 / ELEMENTS Dining accessories to whet appetites

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58 / QUICK TRIPS Chablé Yucatán exudes Mayan magic

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Singer Donna Issenmann on where she’s been and where she’s going

62 / HIGH ROAD Silence is golden in the latest Ghost

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64 / HIGH SEAS Zeelander’s Z55 is small but mighty

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TOP DENTISTS 99 / WHO’S WHO

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EAT + DRINK 111 / DINING

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The skinny on holiday pies, insight into a new plant-based eatery, and more

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126 / BEAUTY Top products from around the world

128 / WEALTH Comparing the COVID-19 recession with the Great Recession of 2008

AGENDA 145 / TOP BILLING

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BE SEEN 150 / SOCIAL SNAPSHOTS Flash back to past gatherings

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When we lived in Darien, Connecticut, Michael and I often welcomed either side of the family, or sometimes both together, into our home for the holidays.

We hosted Thanksgiving a few times during the 13 years we lived there, and some were more memorable—or disastrous—than others. There was the year when one of the twins crawled toward the crackling fireplace at a rapid pace, as my brother-in-law, who’d volunteered to watch them while I cleaned up in the kitchen, snored in an armchair. Another year, we went to the annual Turkey Bowl football game to watch our high school battle its rival, and we lost one of our kids in the crowd for a few minutes and freaked out, until we realized that she’d gone to sit with her cousins. When we came back from that game, it was an unusually warm afternoon for a New England Thanksgiving, and the front of our home was covered in hundreds of ladybugs. I took that as a good omen and felt immense gratitude.

In 2014, we moved to Florida and have since forged new Thanksgiving traditions, including frying or smoking the bird. If you are looking for something fun to do with the family over the holiday, we suggest checking out any of the farms or farmers markets we highlight in our “Green Acres” feature on page 92. This year, on Thanksgiving weekend, I’ll hopefully be huddled up with my three kids, hubby, and the dog on the couch cheering on the Florida Gators as they pounce on Kentucky in The Swamp. When we lived in Connecticut, as the wife of a Wall Streeter, I thought the SEC just meant the Securities and Exchange Commission. Oh, how much Florida life has taught me.

Since I’ve started this gig, I’ve also learned that Naples folks are always happy to collaborate with Naples Illustrated to fill our pages with authentic and engaging articles and photos. This issue’s cover story, “An Artful Life,” is a perfect example of teamwork. Writer Cary Barbor snagged an interview with E.T. and Lyn Williams, who are a fabulous philanthropic couple, featured twice in The New York Times for their significant contributions to the art world. In a coordinated effort, we sent New York-based photographer Eric Striffler out to Sag Harbor, where the Williamses were riding out COVID in one of their four homes. Florida photographer Jerry Rabinowitz then took charge of capturing the Williamses’ art collection in their Naples condo. I love how all the pieces of this puzzle came together, and I am grateful to all the key players, especially the Williamses.

We hope you enjoy our Arts & Culture issue. Check out the Favorite Things profile of creative couple Reagan and Danny Geschardt on page 152. And don’t miss Travel Journal on page 60 with opera singer Donna Issenmann. If my Thanksgiving dream comes true, I’ll soon be celebrating with Jingled Elves in a Naples trolley with Donna (and NI publisher Kaleigh Grover!), singing my heart out to holiday songs.

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A Florida Thanksgiving

Happy November, and have a meaningful Thanksgiving.

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Photographer Jerry Rabinowitz and I had fun shooting E.T. and Lyn Williams’ amazing collection.

My 2019 Thanksgiving table in progress reminds us to “Gather with Grateful Hearts.”

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Best-selling author Randy Wayne White is a man of many accomplishments. Whether he is writing one of his trademark Doc Ford books, spearheading baseball trips to Cuba, opening restaurants, or developing conservation initiatives, he carries on with a dedicated, collaborative, and infectious energy. White lives on Sanibel Island with his

talented wife, Wendy Webb, a well-known singer and songwriter. He’s very close with his two grown sons, Lee Wayne and Rogan, and three “delicious” grandchildren, who all live nearby. NI recently caught up with White to discuss his artistic contributions to the area and more. (randywaynewhite. com) —Marianne McNee

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INSIDER WRITE AWAY CONT. NI: What’s your newest book and what drives your writing success?

White: Stingers, part of my middle grade series, will be out soon. I’m working on the twentyseventh Doc Ford novel right now. I write seven days a week no matter what. Writing a book is like carving marble.

It’s not easy. It’s one terrifying day after another. If there is a secret to writing successfully, you go in a room, alone, close the door, turn off your phone, and do your work at least five days a week, preferably seven.

What’s happening with baseball in Cuba?

Up until the recent pandemic, we would do one, sometimes two Doc Ford Cuba baseball trips per year, all legally licensed by the U.S. and Cuban governments. We bring equipment

and play games with a team started by Ernest Hemingway. My friends in Cuba are actually making money for the first time in their lives from these trips. About 10 years ago, we helped realign the Freemasons of Cuba and Florida in a formal ceremony in Havana. It was quite moving. There’s some mysterious force or equitability in giving without expectation. I’m trying to live my life that way.

How’d you get involved with solving citrus greening?

My 2016 book, Seduced, tells this story of the Archaic Citrus Tree Initiative. The root stock, which we found on a remote island where it couldn’t have cross-pollinated locally with another citrus tree, is now at a registered nursery. Hundreds of trees are budding from this mother tree and thus far, none of them have developed the citrus greening disease, which is quite unusual.

Do you have a lot of local artist friends?

I really don’t. I write for a living, and the last thing I care to do is talk about writing, particularly with another writer. My closest, dearest

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Sarah Frey’s story of perseverance begins on a poverty-ridden farm in Illinois, where she grew up alongside her large family. In The Growing Season (Ballantine Books, 2020), Frey details her path from her difficult upbringing to accomplishments in agriculture. At 17, she began working with the nation’s biggest retailers, becoming so legendary that Harvard Business School published some of her deals as case studies. Today Frey Farms is one of America’s largest fresh produce growers and shippers, operating farms in seven states. With a goal of reducing food waste, Frey began producing beverages from the “ugly fruit,” or fruit with imperfections that otherwise wouldn’t be likely to sell. Watermelons are the biggest part of Frey’s business in Florida, and so she has developed and sells watermelon juice as a way to use ones that might otherwise go to waste. She owns three farms and a citrus grove in Florida, and she divides her time between her home in Naples and her family farm in Illinois.

friend and confidante, the late Peter Matthiessen, a brilliant writer, spent a lot of time in Collier County researching and writing the Killing Mr. Watson trilogy. He and I spent a lot of time together. We would occasionally joke that the one thing we did not talk about was writing, although we did once in a while. Tim Dorsey is a great friend of mine. I essentially go to restaurants and hang out with my baseball buddies. I don’t have to pretend I’m smart with them. They already know I’m not.

How do you spend recreational time in the Naples area?

I love exploring the Ten Thousand Islands area by power boat these days, sometimes by sea plane. Chatham River and the old Ed Watson homestead are wonderful. I’ve canoed through there and never tire of that. Copeland is a fascinating village in Collier County. When the Mackle Brothers started developing Marco, they bought entire households and moved them to Copeland. Monroe Station has a road called Pine Crest Loop, and it winds down into the Everglades about 15 to 20 miles. It’s all great.

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In the 1960s, Paul Van Buskirk, PhD, was a young engineer living in upstate New York who created the Citizens Party without any prior work in politics. He shares his political observations in Big Mike, Uncle Dan and Me (BookBaby, 2020). In this autobiography, Van Buskirk demonstrates how he obtained success throughout the years, while shedding light on the local political atmosphere of the time. He also discusses the unseen stories—including an attempt on his life—that eventually led to the Citizens Party’s downfall. Although Van Buskirk writes on events from more than 50 years ago, the tales of the people’s rise to action will resonate today. Van Buskirk moved to Southwest Florida and has spent the past 40 years living in the Naples area. He has more recently established himself as a writer and as a guest lecturer, teaching at the University of Florida and Yale University. His consulting firm, Metro Forecasting Models, uses their urban planning and engineering expertise to help local governments and school boards. —Megan Graham

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The Mighty Kayak Rising Tide Explorers delivers rental kayaks to clients before sunrise. This could be a reason why the Naples business was recently ranked the No. 1 kayaking tour company in the country by a USA Today poll.

In addition to kayak rentals, Rising Tide offers guided kayaking tours or boat tours through thriving estuaries in Naples and Marco Island that are home to dolphins, manatees, wading birds, hundreds of species of fish, unique invertebrates, and more. Kayak adventures can include exploring mangrove tunnels, oyster reefs, and hidden bays, as well as sunset tours of Rookery Bay Reserve, where hundreds of birds rush in for the night.

For owner and founder Ryan Young, his company’s dedication to science education is what sets it apart.

His guides study the biology of the animals and plants seen on their tours in order to share this knowledge with guests. “You will see the area in a whole different way when you are with a biologist tour guide,” says Young. Another distinguishing factor of this kayaking outfit is its partnership with the Friends of Rookery Bay to support their national estuarine research reserve with a percentage of the proceeds from all tours and rentals.

No experience is necessary, and Young thinks that Naples is one of the best places to try kayaking because the calm, shallow, and protected waters are easier to traverse than spots with rougher conditions. November is a beautiful time of year for a tour, since afternoon showers are not usually a factor. Kayaking is also ideal for folks looking for socially distanced recreation. A kayak is 12 feet long, meaning that you are forced to have 6 feet on either side of you at all times. “We’re providing people with opportunities to get outside and do the best kind of social distancing,” Young says. (risingtidefl.com) —M.G.

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PUBLIC ARTWORKS In a time when the world has slowed down, art continues to blossom—with Naples being no exception. While it maintains an identity as a classy coastal town with plenty of eclectic personality year-round, these newest additions to outdoor areas have added fresh washes of color and caused passersby to appreciate art on-the-go.

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*The Naples Design District collaborated with the digital media design program at Florida Gulf Coast University to select one student to create street banners to decorate what is known as Southwest Florida’s creative quarter. Winning artist Aracelly Peralta, a graphic design student, credits the victory to outrageous use of color with an eye-grabbing and unexpected flair.

*The Marco Island Beautification Advisory Committee and the Marco Island Center for the Arts chose 11 winning artworks from 190 submissions by 53 artists to be featured as public art wraps to gussy up traffic control boxes. The designs depict various symbols of the seaside lifestyle such as beach balls, manatees, and driftwood on sand.

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Shop locally owned boutiques and luxury stores along this posh thoroughfare

By Lynne Groth With more than 100 shops to explore, this pedestrianfriendly retail zone in downtown Naples offers something for everyone. Here, we highlight a few of the treasures that await.

COCOON Mitchell Siegel travels the world and collaborates with artists to create one-of-a-kind pieces for his nature lover’s dream store. He also offers furniture made in his Greenwich, Connecticut woodshop, like Thailand’s exotic, live-edge, acacia wood table with sun-bleached finish ($4,800). (cocoon naples.com)

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KAY’S ON THE BEACH For more than four decades Kay Folsom and her daughter, Jeane Hilt, have dressed women in designer brands and accessories. Sports enthusiasts will adore the 40 Love tennis racket crossbody beaded bag ($268) and the Golf Lover crossbody beaded phone purse ($78) by designer Mary Frances.

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PEACH TREE DESIGNS Judy Collins founded Peach Tree Designs in Cape Cod, but this family-run boutique has been a downtown Naples fixture since 1997. Room vignettes display a thoughtful selection of home accessories, fine furniture, gallery-quality artwork, eclectic lighting, and gifts. Use these handcrafted, mini porcelain ceramic pieces ($25-$98) as vases or standalone sculptures. (peachtreedesigns.com)

ALDO CASTILLO GALLERY With roots in Chicago, the Aldo Castillo Gallery has found a new home in downtown Naples. More than 28,000 Swarovski crystals engulf artist Metis Atash’s Fire Goddess Punkbuddha ($17,500), made with fiberglass and acrylic paint and measuring 18 inches tall.

Turn to page 146 to learn more about this Fifth Avenue South newcomer. (aldocastillogallery.com)

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ROUZE This mother-daughter-owned and -operated boutique excites with established and emerging designers for women. Create a full ensemble with the Liliana top ($338) by Ronny Kobo, Aviva pants ($172) by Amanda Uprichard, and Fen hoops ($300) by Nickho Rey. (shoprouze.com)

BLUE MUSSEL Established in 1962, this landmark gift shop is where to go to learn about 400-plus types of shells from around the world. Florida artists display jewelry, signs, and animal figurines. A top-selling souvenir is marine artist Eddie Forbes’ sign on reclaimed wood ($375). (bluemussel.com) JEAN-PIERRE KLIFA PARIS Pure white walls, Lucite racks, and white and gold hangers showcase French resort-wear designer Jean-Pierre Klifa’s bold, geometric prints.

Klifa designed an iconic bucket bag ($165) in 2002, complete with multiple pockets, gold-plated hardware, and a printed fabric interior. It is now available in a variety of colors. (jeanpierreklifa.com)

REGATTA Specializing in “fun things for fun people,” Regatta features unique gifts including jewelry, home accents, resort wear, and nautical items. For a cool party accessory, pick up this replica of a 1966 Mustang ($725) handcrafted from recycled materials. (regatta onfifth.com)

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NAPLES SOAP COMPANY Walking into this boutique soapery is a sensual feast. Select from 400 bath, body, and face products handmade using natural ingredients. Give the gift of joyful shaving with the Florida Fresh and Black Pepper shave creams (two for $32), shaving brush ($5), and sponge vase ($46). (naplessoap.com)

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1. Special-edition Watch Hunger Stop 2020 white 100-percent organic cotton LOVE T-shirt ($40), LOVE denim tote bag ($58), MICHAEL Michael Kors, michaelkors.com, Michael Kors will donate all profits from every LOVE T-shirt and tote sold through official Michael Kors channels to the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) to support children in need | 2. Tiffany Save the Wild elephant brooch with diamonds set in 18-karat rose gold ($2,900), Tiffany & Co., tiffany.com, 100 percent of profits are donated to the Wildlife Conservation Network | 3. Hot Lips 2 lipstick in JK Magic ($37), Charlotte Tilbury, charlottetilbury.com, $1 million of Hot Lips sales will be donated to Women for Women International | 4. Hope Night Eau de Parfum Vaporisateur Spray ($150), Hope Fragrances, hopefragrances.com, all profits benefit depression research and the Hope for Depression Research Foundation | 5. Pink flower strass pumps ($1,750), Roger Vivier, roger vivier.com, 10 percent of sales of this pump made in Roger Vivier stores and online in October will be donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation | 6. Phoenix black mules ($245), Alepel, alepel.com, all orders support COVID-19 aid, the CDC Foundation, Meals on Wheels, Feeding America, and the American Red Cross

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CHIC CHANDELIERS Valentino Garavani Resort 2020 earrings ($1,100), similar styles, Valentino, Marissa Collections, Naples, valentino.com

THE RETURN OF THE HOUSE DRESS ELEVATES AT-HOME ENTERTAINING

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GLITTER GAL Flat sandals in pink ($1,370), Rene Caovilla, renecaovilla.com

COOL CUFF Maltese Cross Chrome tourmaline and amethyst cuff (price upon request), Verdura, Marissa Collections, Naples, marissa collections.com

STYLE NOTES GO LOW: Polish your look off with an embellished flat sandal or jeweled kitten heel.

BLING RING: Stash your touch-up and night-in necessities in a circle-handle handbag.

SHINE BIG: Opt for one major piece of statement jewelry to accent your ensemble.

LOVELY LAVENDER Mini purple bag with gold handle ($995), Versace, versace.com

POSH PETALS Grosgrain bag with floral embroidery and crystal handle ($4,495), Jimmy Choo, jimmychoo.com

ORANGE CRUSH Tituba flat jewel sandals in orange ($960), Manolo Blahnik, Marissa Collections, Naples, manoloblahnik.com

RAZZLE DAZZLE Roxy rhinestone kitten pumps ($458), Cult Gaia, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples, saksfifthavenue.com

EMILIO PUCCI RESORT 2021 A simplistic silhouette and pastel palette create effortless elegance.

DINNER DATE Story shoulder bag ($2,890), Alexander McQueen, alexandermcqueen.com

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Greg particularly enjoys working to solve existing problems and prevent new ones from arising. In doing so, he provides his clients with peace of mind knowing their legacy and wishes are protected – just as we’ve done since 1924.

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1. LOVE STRUCK Van Cleef & Arpels Balcone clip with rose gold, emeralds, tsavorite garnets, and diamonds set in white gold, price upon request, inspired by William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet.

Van Cleef & Arpels, Naples (vancleefarpels.com) 2. PRAISE BE Colette Madonna necklace with enamel charms with yellow and pink sapphires, rubies, and tsavorites set in 18-karat gold and eighteenth-century French charms on a nineteenth-century men’s pocket watch chain, $22,000, reminiscent of religious art. (colettejewelry.com) 3. FRENCH CONNECTION Freywille Hommage à Claude Monet Orangerie waterdrop ring with enamel and 24-karat gold plating, $540, inspired by the art of Claude Monet. (freywille.com) 4. SPIDER WEB Lydia Courteille spider brooch with moonstones, garnets, and sapphires set in 18-karat gold, price upon request, inspired by Louise Bourgeois’ Spider. (lydiacourteille.com) 5. FACE OFF Lady Grey Silhouette earrings in 14-karat goldplated bronze, $180, reminiscent of surrealism and portraiture. (ladygreyjewelry.com) 6. PURPLE REIGN Rush Jewelry Design Maman ring with amethyst set in 18-karat gold, $4,300, inspired by Louise Bourgeois’ Maman. (rushjewelrydesign.com) 7. RISING SUN Milamore Kintsugi bangle in 18-karat gold, $8,750, inspired by the traditional Japanese art of Kintsugi. (milamore jewelry.com) 8. KISS, KISS Nouvel Heritage earrings with opals, rhodolite, spinel, and lacquer set in 18-karat rose gold, $8,700, inspired by Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss. Provident Jewelry, Naples (providentjewelry.com) 9. FREE FORM Graff Inspired by Twombly bangle with diamonds set in platinum, $36,000, inspired by the art of Cy Twombly. (graff.com)

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Situated in the North Naples neighborhood of Mediterra on a large pond, surrounded by dense tropical growth, this 5,000-square-foot, Mediterranean-style home and its alluring exterior checked every box. But inside, it needed a lot of updating. While it was hard to see the potential at first walk-through, Sarah Anderson, an interior designer and principal of Designing Naples, had a vision for how she could transform this three-bedroom residence into a stunning and functional escape for its new owners.

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home, and my clients wanted somewhere fun to accommodate their large and warm, multigenerational, extended Italian family.”

To eliminate the dated yellowish tones throughout, Anderson selected a color palette of eggshell white, bright cobalt blues, and layers of aqua and turquoise. She relied on minor repairs and paint to form the base of this makeover. Tray ceilings were painted light sea-green and outfitted with lighting, and dark woodwork was painted white.

“After we lightened the walls, the travertine tile that runs through the house took on a different hue, so we were able to keep it,” the designer says.

Once the home was brightened and updated, Anderson selected furnishings to make the newly modern aesthetic pop. Clad in Crypton performance fabric, the living room sofa is great for entertaining. Although it is white, it is nearly impossible to stain and feels as soft as cushy chenille. Above this cozy sofa hangs Island Blues, a giclee by Fern Cassidy.

The unique Parsons-style coffee table is fabricated from natural woven materials. Columns in the table lamps are partially filled with handselected shells. A set of four bluish green and white chairs oozes flair.

The living area’s custom, high-gloss media cabinet is as lovely as it is functional. “I wanted it to have a coastal feel, so we added Bahama shutters at the top,” says Anderson. “LED lights that run horizontally permeate the shutters and create a beautiful ambience at night.”

In the formal dining room, a hand-brushed, petrified wood dining table over a tapered sled base, paired with white-washed cane dining chairs and fully skirted host chairs, continues the sophisticated tone.

Hand-blown glass bubbles on the table add whimsy and repeat the blue in the chair cushions.

For this culinary family, the kitchen required scrupulous attention.

“She is a wonderful cook and had a TV cooking show in Detroit,” Anderson explains. “She’s also written several cookbooks. And he is a grill master.” Modern, high-gloss cabinetry and dazzling glass mosaic tile from Italy create a subtle contrast with the gray-veined quartz countertops. Oversized gold pendants with milk glass increase the impact,

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Clockwise from left: The master bedroom opens to the outside; the study mixes warm woods and shades of teal; the dining room boasts a petrified wood table.

while cheery turquoise canvas on the barstools continues the home’s color story.

The casual dining nook has the big job of being the gateway between the living and family areas. Anderson achieved this effortless flow by covering the white kitchen table chairs in cobalt blue with a touch of citrus green. Anderson points out that one of the benefits of hiring a designer is they are aware of shortcuts that can have a lot of visual impact without breaking the bank. I was able to achieve the look they wanted and still stay in their budget.”

Perhaps one of the biggest challenges of this renovation occurred in the family room. Construction on an incorrectly vented gas fireplace took a lot of time and effort. After the necessary repairs, the designer replaced the dark fireplace/media cabinet with a custom, sleek piece.

Fabricated from a metal frame and drywall, the cabinet looks spectacular but was surprisingly cost-effective. Another large project in the family room overhaul was modifying the original cherry wood bar with custom-made cabinets identical to the kitchen.

“I have a vision almost immediately of what a space can become,” notes Anderson. “This was an especially fun and memorable project for me, not only because I was able to transform the home but also because the clients are such happy people.”

The homeowners found ways to make the family room feel luxurious by splurging on high-end fabric on the custom pillows and matching ottoman and adding details like nailhead tacking to the sofa. Above the door to the room is Summer Reflection, a glass-coated giclee by Mari Urasawa.

Soft and elegant, the master bedroom is all about the client-requested, four-poster bed. Bedding is custom, washable, and monogrammed with aqua initials. White carpeting expands the peaceful feel. For a little punch, fabric on the arms of the sitting-room chairs appears twig-like. Silver escargot handles highlight the freestanding console.

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The pool guest room offers easy access to the outdoor area, which features ample seating and an outdoor kitchen.

French doors in the study allow for quiet without separating it from the rest of the residence. A Chippendale desk chair and a glass desk sit atop a bright blue, geometric rug that keeps the space feeling fresh.

Swimming in Blue 1 was hand-embellished by D’Alessandro Leon.

Known as the pool guest room because of its proximity to the outdoors, this zone is a favorite with visitors. Bedding is a matelassé coverlet and shams. Appropriately looking toward the en suite bathroom is By the Pool 1, a giclee under glass by Catherine Dzialo-Haller.

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Outside, there are three distinct sitting areas in which to enjoy alfresco conversation. Four chaise lounges are protected by colorful umbrellas that light up at night for pizazz. Woven fabric on all the chairs dries quickly. A massive cantilever umbrella shades the outdoor sofa and woven fabric armchairs. Covered seating and an outdoor kitchen are available in the lanai. Because their home is located beside a pond, the homeowners and their family and friends are treated almost yearround to nature’s symphony. «

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1. FILTER YOUR AIR While opening windows or screened doors will provide increased ventilation and reduce airborne contaminants, it can be less than desirable given the Southwest Florida heat. Another option is to filter the indoor air by upgrading the filter in your HVAC to the CDC-recommended MERV-13 or greater. For those not hip to filter acronyms, the MERV rating describes the filtration effectiveness.

The higher the rating (it goes up to MERV-16 for homes), the greater percentage of smaller particles it filters out. It is these small particles that can remain intact and infectious in the air for hours if not removed. Call your HVAC provider to find out what level of filtration your system can support.

Added filtration can be found in the form of a HEPA purifier. HEPA is used to describe filters that can trap 99.97 percent of particles that are 0.3 microns (what scientists have deemed the most penetrating particle size). Choose a model whose

reach matches the square footage of the room you place it in and leave it running continuously to maintain the highest level of air quality. The HEPA Silent technology used in Blueair’s products (Blue Pure 411 for small rooms, $120, pictured above) combines two filtration systems for more clean air at a faster rate and boasts a silent operation that consumes less energy than a lightbulb. (blueair.com)

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3. KNOW THE ESSENTIALS “Certain essential oils that contain naturally occurring high-monoterpene content have the ability to scour and scavenge both airborne microbes and oxidative free radicals, which are detrimental to our health and well-being,” says Cary Caster, a South Florida–based clinical aromatherapist.

She recommends citrus oils, like sweet orange, lemon, or grapefruit, as they are naturally made of a large percentage

of limonene and pine oil, which boasts pinene. Both limonene and pinene have been shown in clinical trials to be effective in killing airborne microbes. Whole Foods carries Aura Cacia organic and pure essential oils. Be sure to opt for a nebulizing diffuser (one without water vapor or heat), such as the ArOmis Solum Lux Merus diffuser, as it maintains the oil’s integrity and provides the most concentrated delivery. (carycaster.com; aromis.co)

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With 27 times the space, it uses the same technology to sanitize anything you can fit inside, including large tablets like an Apple iPad Pro. (phonesoap.com)

« 5. GET CLEAN BUT STAY GREEN Cleaning and disinfecting surfaces inside your home is a top priority, but it doesn’t require compromising your allegiance to green products. While some healthconscious products aren’t tough enough to kill all bacteria, there are a few green standouts that are wellequipped assassins. The Environmental Working Group utilized the EPA’s and CDC’s lists of recommended products to combat COVID-19 and cross-referenced

them with its own Guide to Healthy Cleaning to arrive at 16 effective and safe products. Seventh Generation, a company dedicated to plant-based ingredients without synthetic dyes or fragrances, has several items that made the cut, including the lemongrass citrus disinfecting wipes, bathroom cleaner, and multi-surface cleaner.

Use them to practice routine cleaning of frequently touched surfaces such as tables, counters, door handles, light switches, sinks, and toilets. (seventhgeneration.com)

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Why wait until Sunday night for a grand dinner when you can serve up sophistication any day of the week?

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By Liza Grant Smith LINGERING EFFECT Designed to be a brilliant statement maker, Tech Lighting’s Linger chandelier ($2,504) boasts a modern interpretation of the sputnik style that includes multidirectional glass and acrylic cylinders. Wilson Lighting, Naples, Bonita Springs (wilsonlighting.com)

CLEAR-CUT WINNER The Interlude Home Tristan acrylic Klismos chair ($2,928) is the perfect seat for those looking for greater transparency in their environs. Clive Daniel Home, Naples (clivedaniel.com)

STATE OF THE ART Designer Renée Gaddis of Renée Gaddis Interiors created her decorating masterpiece around the homeowner’s dynamic art. “This stunning, contemporary-designed dining room features a custommade dining table with a plexiglass base in two separate square designs with a natural-finished, walnut, live-edge slab top below an interlocking organic chandelier fixture with hidden LED lights to add a great dimension to the space,” she explains. “The plush velvet dining chairs in a gorgeous blue color provide softness and complement the client’s personal artwork beautifully.” Naples (reneegaddis.com)

BRUSH WITH GREATNESS The pattern of the hand-painted Limoges porcelain pieces from Parisbased Marie Daâge, such as this lace filigree–inspired Maille plate ($125), can be customized with more than 60 colors. A Mano, Naples (amano.bz)

PUKA PIZAZZ Gold-colored brass pukas with hand-set stones and a jaunty tassel make the Joanna Buchanan raffia-wrapped napkin rings ($98 for set of four) a svelte and sassy take on beach chic. Summerfields, Naples (summerfieldsnaples.com)

TAKING A SHINE Blue Pheasant’s Liliana collection ($172 for five-piece set) lends the bamboo trend a luxe, polished-gold finish. Fabec Young & Company, Naples (fabec-young-company.com)

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ISLAND Beauty

The legacy of Hollywood legend Marlon Brando shines at THE BRANDO, the South Pacific’s premier private island resort

By Paul Rubio Rewind to the early 1960s, when a young Marlon Brando arrived in French Polynesia to film Mutiny on the Bounty. The South Pacific had long piqued Brando’s curiosity, and his freshman trip to the island nation sparked love at first sight.

By 1967, Brando had consummated his love affair with French Polynesia by purchasing Tetiaroa, a breathtaking atoll roughly 30 miles north of Tahiti,

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anchored by a lustrous blue lagoon and fringed by 12 palm tree–studded motus (islets), vibrant patches of coral, and countless white sand beaches.

At his remote home away from home, Brando sought to preserve—and even share—a piece of French Polynesia’s natural splendor and biological heritage by not only protecting the land but creating a world-class research station and the planet’s foremost carbon-neutral resort.

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Fast-forward to present day when Brando’s dream project has materialized into something more elevated, high-tech, and highbrow than the movie star could have ever imagined. Brando didn’t live to see the fruits of his vision—he passed away in 2004—but he entrusted prominent hotelier and fellow environmentalist Richard Bailey to crystalize and execute his plans. The actor’s legacy now flourishes at Brando’s family estate vis-à-vis a hyper-exclusive and eco-minded private island resort, The Brando, on the motu of Onetahi, complemented by the other safeguarded islets of Tetiaroa, which remain completely untouched.

What makes The Brando so special—as in arguably best-island-retreat-in-the-world special? In a word: everything. From its profound history to its detail-oriented magic to a surreal, cinematic backdrop of extreme tropical exotica (rich in rare flora and fauna) and an unwavering sustainability mantra, this is ultra-luxury with a soul.

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Clockwise from far left: A one-bedroom villa at The Brando; a two-bedroom villa; aerial view of Tetiaroa; villa bathrooms bring the outdoors in; green sea turtles are frequent guests at The Brando.

ential figure to frequent Tetiaroa. In fact, as far back as the eighteenth century, the atoll was a favorite of Tahitian royalty, according to oral history and evidenced by ancient structures and ceremonial sites that archaeologists have uncovered in recent decades. Beyond Brando’s 40-year relationship with his beloved Tetiaroa, regulars at his namesake resort read like a who’s who of popular culture: actor Leonardo DiCaprio, socialite Pippa Middleton, and former President Barack Obama, who began his post-presidential memoir, A Promised Land, on-island.

Besides a glitzy title, the famous primarily flock to The Brando for the very same reason as other well-heeled travelers: to escape at their own pace. Home base is one of 35 eco-chic villas, which begin at a generous 1,033 square feet and seamlessly integrate into the native surrounds thanks to pandanus leaf roofing and building materials made of local or certified organic, renewable, or recycled components.

Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors ensure continuous spatial flow, opening to a vast private terrace inclusive of an infinity-edge pool, dining area, and swathe of sandy beach that is shared, at times, with nesting green sea turtles.

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From far left: Dinner on the beach; a red-footed booby; the cocoon-like treatment rooms at Varua te Ora Polynesian Spa. Below: The Brando Suites Bora Bora.

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While it’s possible to fulfill a castaway fantasy without ever leaving the confines of the villa, most choose to maximize their time at The Brando discovering greater Tetiaroa. After all, one of Earth’s most dramatic blue lagoons beckons, explorable by kayak, stand-up paddleboard, va’a (Polynesian outrigger canoe), or mask and snorkel.

The latter best reveals the atoll’s prolific coral gardens and marine life thriving therein (more than 167 species have been documented here). Undeveloped areas of Onetahi and surrounding virgin motus are also the subjects of daily naturalist-led tours. One specializes in birdwatching and photography as thousands of land and seabirds call islet Tahuna Iti home, including great frigate birds and red-footed boobies. Another promises a scenic lay of the land, while yet another focuses on the atoll’s pre-Brando origins, visiting the remains of an ancient Polynesian temple or marae. There are also regularly scheduled cultural experiences like Polynesian dance classes, ukulele lessons, and traditional weaving sessions.

Activities are bundled into The Brando’s all-inclusive rate, as are meals, libations, and treatments at Varua te Ora Polynesian Spa. Enjoy a romantic dinner in the privacy of your villa or interact with the chef at intimate Japanese teppanyaki restaurant, Nami. Sample fine French cuisine at Les Mutinés, fraternize with fellow guests over daytime tiki cocktails at the beachfront Bob’s Bar, or feast on Polynesian fish dishes at toes-in-the-sand Beachcomber Café. The Brando’s guests have complete liberty to make their days as action-packed or languid, scheduled, or spontaneous as desired.

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Brando Suites Bora Bora, the design of which mirrors The Brando’s own aesthetic. The four parcels of prime floating real estate deliver unobstructed vistas of Mount Otemanu, framed by brilliant turquoise waters. These million-dollar views are present from the master bedroom, private infinity pool, terrace, sundeck— just about every nook of the suite’s 3,465 square feet. Special packages allow guests to visit both The Brando private island plus its sister overwater suites. (thalasso. intercontinental.com; tahititourisme.com) NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | NOVEMBER 2020

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carbon neutral and self-sustainable. Those villas, for instance, are part of a pioneering scientific experiment, cooled by a complex seawater air-conditioning (SWAC) system (fed by the cold of the ocean depths) and powered by solar energy generated from photovoltaic solar panels along Tetiaroa’s airstrip and coconut oil biofuel. Bike past the villas on Turtle Beach and stumble upon The Ecostation, a duo of wet and dry research laboratories flanked by housing for international scientists conducting short- and longterm studies in fields like ecology, marine biology, physical geography, and conserva-

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It’s the earth-friendly ingenuity that realizes Brando’s vision for Tetiaroa; molding the South Pacific’s most exclusive resort was an afterthought. But together, it’s the best of both worlds—resolute environmental stewardship without compromising luxury. You can be sure Brando would be proud. (thebrando.com) «

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At Chablé Yucatán, discover a modern wellness retreat steeped in Mayan culture, Mexican history, and SELF-REFLECTION

By Paul Rubio

From top: The spa at Chablé Yucatán is anchored by a serene cenote; an outdoor rainfall shower is just one element of each villa’s stunning bathroom.

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Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula is best known for its prolific sparkling beaches, but some of its greatest treasures lie inland. Case in point: Chablé Yucatán, a stunning, 40-villa, 750-acre wellness retreat on the grounds of a former sisal plantation in the blink-and-you-mightmiss-it Mayan town of Chocholá.

Born from the ruins of a nineteenth-century hacienda, the high-design hotel mingles glass elements with archaeological remains alongside colorful, colonial-inspired structures.

Chablé’s freestanding casitas and family villas are emphatically modern and minimalist, framed by limestone and dark woods and homing in on the beauty of the surrounding natural foliage. Lush gardens and crystal walls foster an impression of jungle immersion indoors, especially within the expansive bathroom, where double sinks and rainfall showers appear to nurture the earth from which the plants grow. Outdoors, a white linen hammock sways over each casita’s private swimming pool and a

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shaded daybed offers respite from the blazing Mexican sun.

At the property’s core lies a jungleclad cenote (limestone sinkhole) around which a world-class spa has been erected. With 14 treatment rooms, a full-scale fitness center, a temescal (traditional Mayan sweat lodge), an advanced hydrotherapy circuit, and an exquisite marble infinity pool, the Chablé Spa comprises the heart and soul of the property’s wellness philosophy. Treatments and ceremonial rituals are rooted in Mayan tradition and the healing powers of the sacred cenote. Between these culture-infused experiences, meditation sessions, sunrise yoga classes, and other endeavors in holistic healing, physical rejuvenation, and mental cleansing, it’s not uncommon for guests to visit the spa twice or thrice daily.

Contrasting the contemporary casitas and fashionable spa, property grounds are strewn with vestiges of the site’s nineteenth-century incarnation: Original rock-hewn archways remain, as do remnants of stone buildings, many now overgrown by snaking tree roots. The dramatic juxtaposition of old and new climaxes at Ixi’im, Chablé’s signature restaurant helmed by acclaimed chef Jorge Vallejo, whose Mexico City restaurant, Quintonil, was named one of the world’s best. At Ixi’im, glass panes complete an original hacienda building, embedded in unfinished stone, illuminated by high-tech lighting and a subterranean firepit at the entrance.

Inside, the 200-year-old black-and-white-tiled floors have been restored to their original grandeur, while decorative sisal ropes hang from the ceiling, nodding to the past, and shelves

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showcase the restaurant’s 3,000-plus vintage tequila bottles spanning centuries. (This is, in fact, one of the largest private tequila collections in the world.) The cuisine incorporates Mayan techniques and ingredients, Michelinstar prowess, and a health-conscious slant resulting in memorable dining experiences that are a testament to chef Vallejo’s global fame.

Other meals at Chablé are enjoyed primarily at Ki’ol, a more casual poolside restaurant that Vallejo also oversees. Of course, you could leave the premises to dine or engage in other activities; Yucatán’s historic capital city of Mérida, its international airport (serviced by direct flights from Miami), and archaeology headliners like Uxmal are an average of an hour away. But the sublime food, zen vibe, and enticements of the hacienda make it difficult to justify ever leaving the property. Plus, the entire point of Chablé Yucatán is to escape the world outside and discover—or rediscover—your personal mental and physical best. (chablehotels.com) « NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | NOVEMBER 2020

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Globetrotting SONGBIRD

With a bachelor’s of music from Arizona State University and a practiced love for singing opera, it’s poetic that Donna Issenmann met her husband of nine years, Jim, at St. William Catholic Church in Naples, where she regularly lends her voice. With a background in national television, she parlayed her experience into a successful promotional business.

She’s winding that role down, but she still sings for a number of local churches and has redirected her energy toward charity work. One of her biggest recent accomplishments was the formation of Jingled Elves, a philanthropic trolley tour with a flash mob component that raised almost $30,000 for The Shelter for Abused Women and Children last year. The Issenmanns broke away in January 2020 and toured the Panama Canal, but have since been grounded, though they’re dreaming of their next adventure. —Christina Cush

From left: Jim and Donna Issenmann in Copenhagen; Donna Issenmann in Helsinki.

NI: What’s your ideal type of trip?

Issenmann: I love to see historical places and imagine being part of the lives of the people living in that time. I remember getting such a thrill walking the path in Ephesus where St. Paul walked and seeing the city that was built during that time.

not the most opulent that I have been in, but it was a magical place when we went to Quebec City for their Christmas Market. It is an old castle on the St. Lawrence Seaway, and we had a room in the old part of the castle and watched the snow falling in the middle of the night on the spires. It was the most beautiful tableau.

What was a bucket-list trip for you?

The Baltic capitals. We did that two summers ago, and it was unbelievable. Still on my bucket list are Austria, Switzerland, Amsterdam, and Ireland.

Which city has the best shopping?

I love Christmas, and I found some beautiful treasures that I cherish at the Christmas Market in Frankfurt, Germany. I collect nutcrackers, and they had some of the most unique that I had seen. For shops, I loved Bruges, Belgium.

Any domestic destinations you’d like to visit?

I want to go to the western states to see the wide-open spaces of Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming.

Clockwise from top: The Château Frontenac; Maine lobster boil; Frankfurt Christmas Market; Idaho.

Do you have a top travel moment?

Catherine’s Palace outside of St. Petersburg, Russia, was unbelievable. At the end of the tour, they had a reenactment of a beautiful concert and ball.

What’s the best meal you’ve had on a trip?

One of my best meals has been at a lobster pound near Kennebunk, Maine, in a little out-of-the-way place. Nantucket and Ogunquit, Maine, have some great food as well. I love the Northeast. You would never know that I grew up in Iowa.

Where’s the best hotel you’ve stayed at?

The Château Frontenac in Quebec City. It was

Have you had an unforgettable spa treatment on a trip?

I was in Turkey, and my friend talked me into going to a Turkish bath, one that the locals frequented. The door was an old shower curtain, and the Turkish bath was a bunch of bidets with a giant marble slab in the middle of the open-air room where we took turns getting washed with Ivory dishwashing soap.

It was an experience that I will never forget!

What must you bring on vacation?

I love a Lilly Pulitzer fold-up duffel bag. I start a trip with a couple of them all folded up nicely and end with them stuffed to the brim with treasures. I travel overseas with hand sanitizer and personal wipes, because you never know when you will visit a monument with a hole in the ground as a toilet. I know this from firsthand experience.

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The Sound Of SILENCE

Rolls-Royce unveils an all-new GHOST with a single-minded focus on keeping the noise down

By Howard Walker

Rolls-Royce once claimed that at 60 mph, the loudest sound you heard in one of its cars was the ticking of the electric clock. Fast-forward to today, and the loudest sound you’ll hear in the all-new 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost won’t be the clock—it went digital years ago—but a whisper.

It seems that during the six-year development of this superlative, new-from-the-tires-up 2021 Ghost, engineers have managed to achieve close to the impossible: a cabin that is completely silent.

There’s no engine noise. No wind noise. No tire roar. No nothing.

Silence is golden, right? Think again. When they asked a group of owners to try out this no-noise interior, they were less than enthusiastic. They found it too disorientating, just too ghostly. Like wearing Bose noise-canceling headphones while driving.

The solution? To give the Ghost the merest hint of a “whisper.” Rolls describes it as a soft undertone that you hear as a single, subtle note.

Kind of like the sound of a kitten sleeping. Or Marcel Marceau screaming at the top of his lungs—miming, of course.

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ing the tire interiors and double glazing the windows.

Contributing heavily to the stealthy silence is the Ghost’s all-aluminum chassis. It’s a development of the so-called “Architecture of Luxury” first used on the flagship Phantom. Previous Ghost models rolled on a modified BMW 7-Series platform, which was good but not quite up to Rolls-Royce standards. This version allows the Ghost to offer— for the first time—four-wheel drive and rear-wheel steering, two major pluses guaranteed to heighten driving enjoyment.

While this Roller’s elegant, stately profile seems almost unchanged from the 2009 original, only two components were carried over. One is that iconic Flying Lady, the other the trademark door-mounted umbrella. Everything else is new—and improved. The body is smoother, the lines just a tad softer, with fewer creases and body-panel joints.

Ghost aficionados will also notice the new-look grille. It’s even more distinctive than before; a little less inset, and, for the first time, it features very cool down lighting. Twenty LEDs set underneath the top ever-sodelicately illuminate the stainless-steel blades, giving the car a unique lighting signature.

Swing open one of those bank-vault-like doors and you’ll see the interior has beautifully evolved. In keeping with the growing trend

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ride, achieved in part by a new front suspension design. Rolls claims, rather ambitiously, that it creates a “sense of flight on land” never before achieved in a car. We can’t wait to try it out.

The wait shouldn’t be long. Production has already kicked off in the United Kingdom, with the first U.S. examples expected to arrive in the first quarter of 2021. Pricing starts at $332,500.

The Ghost has been the marque’s most successful model in its 116year history, attracting a new generation of younger buyers—average age is now 43—drawn to a slightly smaller, more driver-focused model. Expect this new Ghost to continue that success. Just don’t expect the company to shout about it. Everything they do these days is with a whisper. «

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of less is more, everything from the stitching to the wood finishes to the leather on the seats is just a little less fussy. That tenet doesn’t quite apply to the dashboard, which comes with a stunning illuminated fascia. Designed to echo the Ghost’s sparkly Starlight headliner, the passenger-side dash panel features LEDs that shimmer around the Ghost logo.

Beneath that mile-long hood, the Ghost’s honking 6.75-liter V-12 stays essentially unchanged, delivering 563 galloping horseys and a locomotive-like 627 lb-ft of torque. To complement that eerie interior silence, Rolls engineers gave this Ghost an even smoother, more stable

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Dutch TREAT

Zeelander’s exquisite Z55 proves that superyachts don’t have to be huge

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ife, they say, is too short to own an ugly boat. How many times have you groaned in horror at some top-heavy, Whirlpool-white, floating RV and asked yourself, “What were they thinking?”

Thankfully, all it takes is one fleeting glance at the Dutch-built masterpiece that is the Zeelander Z55 to know all’s well with the boating world. Those voluptuous curves, that towering flared bow, those truly elegant proportions? Just gorgeous.

Call it retro if you will. Yes, there’s a touch of Hinckley-esque Maine lobster boat in the profile. Plenty of roaring twenties, high-speed New York commuter in that rounded transom. But beneath those classic cues is a thoroughly modern mini-superyacht brimming with the very latest technology, some of the coolest design touches around, and a whole lot of best-of-the-best craftsmanship. Think of an aquatic Bentley Flying Spur and you’d be on the right track.

One of my favorite features? All that teak brightwork edging the deck and pilothouse. Yes, it’s a nightmare to maintain, but gorgeous nevertheless. Only it’s not teak. It’s a tough-as-nails composite, hand-painted by a Dutch artisan in true trompe l’oeil tradition.

I also love the tender garage. With Volvo Penta IPS drives mounted at the stern, there’s no space for conventional tender storage. Zeelander’s solution? To have a power-lifting panel on the starboard side of the hull. Raise it, and the Williams 285 Jet Tender slides out on rollers and launches itself.

Zeelander has been building this 55-footer since 2016, but has continued to evolve the specs. The latest version—this flag blue–hulled stunner recently delivered to a buyer in Norwalk, Connecticut—comes

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VOLVO PENTA IPS VOLVO Another standout feature is the interior, TOP SPEED: 48 MPH WHY which is the work of Dutch superyacht WE LOVE IT: BECAUSE specialists Sinot. They’ve lavished the inQUALITY, CRAFTSMANSHIP, sides with a spectacular mix of diamondAND SUPERB DESIGN COME quilted upholstery, bleached oak woodTOGETHER TO CREATE THIS work, and embossed leather-look vinyl.

COMPACT SUPERYACHT. If ever a boat was designed for the Florida lifestyle it’s this. The open back deck offers a huge seating area for eight, with a table that lowers to make a sunbed.

At the press of a button, the transom hinges backward to create a large swim platform.

Speaking of pressing buttons, another will lower the curved glass window separating the aft deck from the galley. Here there are three fixed barstools at the ready for those sunset cocktails. Step into the shade of the air-conditioned pilothouse to enjoy raised sofa seating around the central dining table and 360-degree views for everyone. Just like that

Bentley, the sunroof also opens up, ideal for a little nighttime stargazing.

Below deck there’s a trio of cabins. The master is amidships and, amazingly, boasts 6 feet 7 inches of headroom and a bed that measures 6 feet 10 inches long. (Remember, the Dutch, on average, are the world’s tallest people.) Up in the bow is the spacious VIP suite with a bed set on the diagonal to increase the usability of the floor area. Next to it, to starboard, is a compact twin-bunk cabin that’s perfect for kids.

Talking of kids, the lack of handrails around the deck, or a pulpit on the bow for safe anchor handling, would be my only concern. But as every Zeelander, from the “starter” 44 to the best-selling 72, is custombuilt, anything is possible. And there’s no need to head to the company’s headquarters in Groot-Ammers, east of Rotterdam, to come up with your wish list. Earlier this year, Zeelander opened its new U.S. headquarters in Fort Lauderdale—naturally—with a full-time sales and service staff.

As for pricing, the conversation starts at around $3 million. But as for owning the prettiest yacht on the water? That’s priceless. «

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When wintering in Naples, Lyn and E.T. Williams cherish their Pelican Bay condo that overlooks a peaceful lake and is only minutes away from Artis—Naples. In addition to impressive stacks of well-read fiction, nonfiction, cookbooks, and coffee-table art books, each room features its own collection of colorful paintings. Framed family photos of their beautiful daughters and adorable grandchildren compete for space on shelves and desktops. Now 82 (E.T.) and 80 (Lyn), they are working to ensure that all the art they have collected over their long careers ends up in good homes. They want people to see it and, perhaps, learn about an African American artist they didn’t know before.

If it weren’t for the Williamses, works by such lauded African American artists as Romare Bearden and Hale Woodruff might not be drawing crowds at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Brooklyn Museum, and the Whitney Museum. Without their efforts to collect and connect African American artists with institutions, Bearden’s vibrant abstract expressionist paintings and Woodruff’s muscular murals might be languishing in a dark storage unit somewhere or lost entirely. Instead, the Williamses

have helped to not only bring academic attention to these artists, but to introduce them to an entirely new generation of art enthusiasts.

ART NEWBIES “We didn’t start out with the idea of amassing an art collection,” says Lyn, whose jobs have included teaching and interior design. She had started her own training to be a sculptor but realized she didn’t have the “real commitment” to it that was necessary. As newlyweds, the couple lived in her hometown of Baltimore, Maryland, where she participated in the women’s committee at the Baltimore Museum of Art. She worked in the loan gallery, an innovative program that allowed private patrons to rent paintings. Then, if they chose to buy them, they could deduct the rent from the cost. Seeing all the paintings coming in and out of that collection exposed her to many types of artists she otherwise would never have known, she says.

It was also during this time that she became familiar with the Cone Collection, an important group of paintings that includes such masters

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as Picasso, Matisse, and Degas. Sisters Claribel and Etta Cone began accumulating the works in the early 1900s, and they now are a critical foundation of the museum’s holdings. Lyn admired the collecting the sisters had done and how they befriended the artists they collected. The Williamses, for their part, had some friends who were artists and, as they educated themselves, would buy pieces from them here and there.

“Once you start looking at different types of art, you start paying attention, and another door opens, and you’re led into further exploring,” says Lyn. “We would meet someone who would tell us about another artist. Then that person would lead us to yet another, and so on. And whenever we travel, we make a point to go to as many museums as possible to see what’s on display.”

Her husband, E.T., shares her curiosity and love of art.

Raised in Brooklyn, New York, he would often go with his sisters and mother to the Brooklyn Museum when they were young. “That’s how I first started getting interested,” he says.

ART INFLUENCERS Years later, things came full circle when E.T. and his sister Joanne became the first African American brother-andsister duo to serve on the board of a major American art museum: the Brooklyn Museum. Over the years, Lyn and E.T. gradually began collecting works of African American artists, including Hale Woodruff, Thornton Dial, and Romare Bearden. After Hale Woodruff died in 1980, they

Above, from left: The Williamses’ Naples living room includes Yella Girl, a major Claude Lawrence piece going to The Baker Museum soon, and Madonna in Moto by David Upthegrove.

Clockwise from top right: The Williamses in Sag Harbor, under a tree that Langston Hughes used as a muse; works by JoAnne Bates of Pennsylvania and James Denmark of South Carolina in the Williamses’ Naples master bedroom; Claude Lawrence’s Mars was one of the artist’s first works the Williamses acquired.

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Clockwise from above: In their Naples living room, a sculpture, Toward the Spring, by Jan Sawka and a painting called Two Heads by a Polish artist; a work by Bernice Johnson of Pennsylvania sits above the bar cart; a collage from the Williamses’ 2011 trip to Cuba with friends from New York.

bought the contents of his studio from his widow, giving some works to museums and keeping others. They saw how carefully placed gifts and sales could boost an artist’s career and help art lovers get to know their work on a wider scale.

E.T., whose career had been in finance and real estate in New York, went on to sit on the board of the Museum of Modern Art in addition to the Brooklyn Museum. Although he and Lyn had noticed a lack of African American artists in the museum collections, E.T. felt it was particularly significant that this same demographic was underrepresented in the personal collections of the trustees.

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the work of African American artists and start collecting it. As E.T. notes, “When trustees eventually die, they may give a portion of their collection to the museum.” And because very few of the trustees were African American or owned any African American work, the lack of representation continued in a perpetual cycle.

Their observations are certainly reflected in the data. A 2019 study published by the Public Library of Science showed that, in 18 major American museums, a whopping 85 percent of the artists were white and 87 percent were men.

“Our goal from the beginning was to give exposure to African American artists who weren’t getting it,” says E.T. ART FORWARD Late in the Williamses’ careers, when they had built a solid collection and placed works in the top museums in the country, one more opportunity presented itself.

It started modestly, in line at the post office in Sag Harbor, New York, where they spend their summers. There, E.T. ran into the former girlfriend of painter Claude Lawrence. The Williamses knew his vivid, jazz-infused paintings, having bought one years before. The woman explained that

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The Williamses’ Naples dining room features a Purvis Young painting on a wood board.

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Top: The Williamses’ guest room in Naples has Still Life by E.T.’s sister, Joanne Carter.

Right: Their Naples master bedroom has two John Wilson works, bought in 1998 at an art fair in Naples.

Below: Also in the master bedroom, works

by JoAnne Bates and Claude Lawrence.

Lawrence was very sick with cancer and doctors had given him six weeks to live. His meager Social Security payments were supporting him, she said, but he had a lifetime’s worth of paintings sitting in storage.

E.T. and Lyn decided to buy Lawrence’s entire collection. They then set about getting it the attention—and spots on the walls of major museums—they thought it deserved. They showed the works to their contacts in the art world, and curators and museum staffers were as excited about the pieces as they were. In 2014, the Metropolitan Museum of Art acquired some of Lawrence’s paintings.

Then the Brooklyn Museum came calling—and the National Gallery of Art, the Studio Museum in Harlem, and many more. Before they were finished, Lawrence’s work was in 34 museums across the U.S., including The Baker Museum here in Naples. And the painter had what he wanted: a legacy. (Interestingly, Lawrence survived his

cancer scare. Now 76, he’s still producing work and able to enjoy this exciting turn of events late in his career.)

E.T. is pleased to see that things are starting to change and that some African American artists’ work is on an equal footing in the marketplace. “Artists like Kerry James Marshall, Mickalene Thomas, David Hammons, their art is selling for multimillion dollars,” he says. “I think a lot of it started when Laura Bush bought a Jacob Lawrence for the White House for $2.5 million. That gave a lot of impetus to people. They thought, if Laura Bush likes it, maybe we could [look into it too].”

ART FOREVER The Williamses recognize that they are in the final chapter of their art-collecting careers. “We’ve done what we wanted to do,” says E.T. Now they want to be sure they have the appropriate help to care for their collection and are currently looking for a dealer who will take over for them. “Then we 74

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Above: When E.T. and Lyn Williams summer in Sag Harbor, New York, they enjoy reading outdoors.

Left: A sampling of folk art the Williamses collected while spending time in Ochos Rios, Jamaica.

will be out of the picture,” says E.T. with a smile.

But don’t look for their name to be emblazoned in foot-high letters on a wing at the Brooklyn Museum or the MoMA. “Our names are associated with the artwork itself,” says E.T. “We’re not particularly interested in anything else.” Lyn agrees. “This is an educational project for us,” she says. Their goal was to spread the work all over the country. “That’s most important,” she adds. “That’s fine for us.”

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To talk to them, you would never know what a difference their work has made in the art world.

They seem happy to stay behind the scenes and let the paintings speak for themselves. Still, others have noticed.

Anne Pasternak, director of the Brooklyn Museum, says, “Lyn and E.T. Williams are trailblazers in the arts who have made history in a number of critical ways. I have the deepest admiration for their inspirational work in championing and disseminating African American art, their dedication and generosity to the Brooklyn Museum and to so many institutions across the United States.”

In keeping with that generosity, they have advice for the next generation who may want to become art collectors. Mostly, they’d like to debunk the myth that the art world is impenetrable. “Understand that you don’t have to have mass amounts of wealth,” says Lyn. “Just meet as many people as you can who are doing what you want to do. Educate yourself. Talk to gallerists, who love to talk about the work they have. Get to know as many artists as possible.”

And now that they’re not collecting anymore, what is next for them?

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BIRDING in NAPLES AS THE GREAT OUTDOORS OFFER SAFE WAYS TO STAY ENTERTAINED AND ENGAGED, ALL EYES TURN TO OUR FEATHERED FRIENDS ON THE PARADISE COAST

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Join groups through the National Audubon Society for help spotting birds like the red-bellied woodpecker.

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icture yourself hiding in the brush at a Naples sanctuary, park, or conservancy on a clear November day with a trusted pair of binoculars in your hand. You’ve been waiting for an hour to spot a painted bunting, and suddenly, out of the clear blue sky, there is not one but two, a brightly colored male and his mate, a muted yellow-green female.

This type of reward for calmness and diligence is exactly what keeps seasoned birders hooked and has new birders wanting to witness and understand more. Naples resident Edward Kemnitzer, a long-time birding devotee, explains how he got started. “My Aunt Jo gave me a birding guide when I was 9 years old growing up on Long Island, New York. I still have that guide to this day. Everybody should have an Aunt Jo.” If you’ve ever thought of taking up birding, you’re in good company. As of 2016, more than 45 million Americans bird-watch. With the pandemic, birding has gotten even more popular as a safe, fun, and interesting way to encounter nature. For instance, downloads of the free Audubon Bird Guide app nearly doubled between March 2019 and March 2020.

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Field Guide: A good field guide is important. Sibley’s Birding Basics, the Peterson Field Guide to Birds of North America, and resources from the National Audubon Society are all excellent. Check out online guides, including allaboutbirds.org from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the online guide from Audubon at audubon.org/ bird-guide. Join the Facebook Group What’s this Bird?, managed by the American Birding Association, to assist with hard-to-identify birds.

Optics: You’ll need a pair of binoculars, or ‘bins’ in birding lingo.

Experts recommend going with 8x42 magnification, rather than 10x42, as it provides a slightly wider field of view and better image stability. Try out a few.

If you wear glasses, get binoculars with adjustable eye cups that screw down to achieve better visibility. More experienced birders use high-end spotting scopes for long-distance bird-watching.

Smartphone Apps: Most birders download several of the smartphone apps available. Merlin is a great tool to help instantly ID birds, whether through its Bird ID Wizard or Photo ID match.

Another top app is eBird, a joint project between the Cornell Lab and Audubon. It helps birders track birds they’ve sighted and create a life list. Also check out eBird hot spots to see where local birders are having success. The Audubon app is another great option, and Sibley’s Song Sleuth is a fun way to learn birding by ear. All are free.

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Naples-area birders of all levels are lucky ducks, as this zone is teeming with some of the world’s most spectacular birds, such as roseate spoonbills and wood storks, and Southwest Florida is recognized by birdwatching.com, the National Audubon Society, and Smithsonian Magazine as a top U.S. birding destination. Uniquely located on the doorstep of the Everglades, Southwest Florida is the yearround home of many bird species. Naples is also an important stopover on the Atlantic Flyway, a major migratory path. And given the area’s abundance of fresh- and salt-water habitats, you can often see rare birds during spring and fall migrations.

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One such precious find is the Florida scrub jay. The only bird species endemic to Florida, the Florida scrub jay is on the list of threatened species, both federally (1987) and at the state level (1975). Birders from all over come to attempt to glimpse this elusive bird. Its native scrub habitat has diminished in size over the past 100 years, resulting in the loss of 80 to 90 percent of the population. Scrub jays are family-oriented, as the young stay with their mother for a few years, until they start their own family nest close by. Kemnitzer recalls a trip to Briggs Nature Center in the early 2000s. “My birding friend Kevin was visiting, and I wanted to ‘give’ him a life bird,” he says,

employing a birding phrase that signifies when an individual birder spots a specific species for the first time. “We went to Shell Island Road and waited and waited, and just before throwing in the towel, two Florida scrub jays landed on the telephone wires. Birding is a lot about patience.” Naples birders, like Kemnitzer, hope that conservation efforts, such as controlled burns and clearing away taller trees to create wider scrub environment, will help the Florida scrub jay population grow.

To get started, all you need to do is look out your window, gaze off your balcony or sit in your backyard, quiet your mind, and sharpen your eyes. It’s almost meditative, as you can get lost in the art of bird spotting and forget all of the pesky holiday season to-dos. “If you live anywhere in developed Naples, it’s not hard to notice these birds working lawns and a variety

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Left: The Florida scrub jay is one of the state’s most prized species. It makes its home in low-growing oak scrub and scrubby flatwoods with sandy soils. It can often be seen picking insects or harvesting acorns in trees and shrubs.

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below: Spot unique species at the Naples Botanical Garden, which frequently hosts special birding events.

F E AT H ER ED F EST I VALS G e t i m m e r s e d i n b i r d i n g by at t e n d i n g events with other enthusiasts Birding festivals are a prime opportunity to learn and have fun—and some are within a few hours’ drive from Naples. Experienced birders know to get a one- or multiday pass depending on your interest in the various field trips and educational opportunities available. Field trips fill up quickly, so go online and register early. Outings are often led by more than one experienced birder, who will guide attendees to spot unique species; some might even bring their spotting scopes. There are also expert-led presentations on topics such as habitats, field techniques, advanced birding skills, birding calls, and photography.

Some Florida festivals to consider include:

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Everglades Birding Festival: Headquartered at the Holiday Inn Express in Davie and scheduled for January 14-18, 2021, but check for updates as the date gets closer. Expect expert guides, field trips, and workshops. (evergladesbirdingfestival.com)

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of other habitats,” Kemnitzer reports. Common backyard birds in Naples are the ubiquitous American white ibis, chatty northern mockingbirds, and the soothing mourning dove.

Begin to notice the size, shape, colors, and location of each bird. Pay attention to their bills, facial features, and plumage. Sketching birds and taking notes will help focus your attention. Print out a checklist of Florida Birds available through the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Hang a bird feeder.

Take a walk around your neighborhood. Head outside with your bins. Join a community birding organization. Your appreciation of our feathery friends will grow every day. “Birding hits a chord in your heart,” says Kemnitzer. “It’s a simple, entertaining connection with nature’s complex undertones. I’ve had bad days at golf, tennis, bridge, work, and running, but I’ve never had a bad day birding.”

Florida’s Birding and Photo Fest: Held in St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra in northeastern Florida and set for April 21-25, 2021. Plan for field work, classroom sessions, and night and action photography. (floridasbirdingphotofest.com)

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Space Coast Birding and Wildlife Festival: Hosted at Eastern Florida State College in Titusville, this was postponed for 2021 but is in the books for January 26-30, 2022. The festival includes field trips, workshops, and presentations, along with world-class photographers. (scbwf.org)

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Watch movies and documentaries.

There are a few inspiring feature-length movies about birding, including A Birder’s Guide to Everything (2013) and The Big Year (2011). As for documentaries, consider The Eagle Huntress (2016), Birders: The Central Park Effect (2012), The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill (2005), and The Life of Birds (2003). On Netflix, try Birders (2019), which is about birders on both sides of the Rio Grande Valley (in South Texas and Mexico) as they protect and preserve some of the world’s most beautiful bird species.

Follow live bird cams. Type in “live bird feeder cam” to your search bar, and get your field guide handy as you settle in for some very cool remote birding. Cornell Labs has a number of live cams on allaboutbirds.org.

Take an online class. The Cornell Lab also offers Bird Academy, a variety of online courses to enhance your understanding of birds. Start with the Joy of Birdwatching, for which you pay a modest fee. Another class to consider focuses on identifying birds through their songs.

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Hire a private birding guide. Call ahead to the park you are visiting and ask if they have birding guides who give private tours. Reach out to one of their recommendations and have him or her lead you on a birding adventure. Outings are often organized for two or more hours in the morning. Check out birdingpal.org to connect with a network of passionate birders in your area (who often don’t charge for their time), or go to guidedbirdwatching.com to help create a custom birding experience all your own.

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Ready to explore birding in more adventurous ways? Top Southwest Florida locales to visit are Everglades National Park, Big Cypress National Preserve, Tigertail Beach Park, and the Sanibel Lighthouse. The Great Florida Birding Trail has 10 locations in Collier County alone. Although spending time in nature can cost little to no money, the standout bird-observing perches we recommend below all rely on the philanthropic hearts and wallets of the avian-friendly community to provide top-notch experiences.

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Ding Darling abounds with around 240 species of birds.

J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge: Occupying one-third of Sanibel Island, this 6,400-acre refuge is a unit of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Not to be missed is the one-way, 4-mile-long Wildlife Drive, where you can see birds— roughly 240 species—from your car, bike, or on foot. Look for the American white pelican, mangrove cuckoo, reddish egret, roseate spoonbill, yellow-crowned night heron, and others.

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View great herons or hop on a boat tour to go past the Bird Rookery Island in Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve.

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Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve: At 110,000 acres, Rookery Bay represents one of the largest undisturbed mangrove estuaries around, stretching along the Gulf of Mexico from Naples to the western edge of the Everglades. Some 200 bird species have been spotted here, including the American kestrel, belted kingfisher, black skimmer, green heron, and frigate bird. Water access is the ticket to premier birding at Rookery Bay. Book a spot on a six-person passenger boat tour, a new ADA accessible pontoon boat, or a kayak tour, all with guides. Sunset at Rookery Bay is spectacular. (rookerybay.org) At the Audubon Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, birders have the opportunity to spot bald eagles.

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Audubon Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary: Located 30 minutes north of Naples, this 13,000-acre sanctuary is home to 220 bird species. You can potentially spy the endangered wood stork, great egret, painted bunting, black-bellied whistling duck, loggerhead shrike, and more. Take an easy stroll on the fabulous 1- or 2.25mile boardwalk loops, where you will pass through habitats including pine flatwoods, marsh, wet prairie, and the largest remaining old-growth bald cypress forest in North America. Corkscrew is a gateway site for the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail. (corkscrew.audubon.org) ÂŤ

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PASTORAL EXCURSIONS TO PARADISE COAST FARMS YIELD IDYLLIC FALL DAYS

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or many of us, the pandemic was a reset of our daily values and a return to an appreciation of simplicity. We were baking bread from scratch, converting condo balconies into potted herb gardens, and feeling satisfied with the purity of these domestic pursuits. Sourcing groceries (toilet paper, bleach, hand sanitizer) and produce was tricky at times, and farms in the Naples area stepped up to fill a void at the supermarkets by reminding residents that they’ve got the freshest goods in the land. Though many Southwest Florida farms took a hit when Governor Ron DeSantis closed restaurants on March 20, these businesses have found a way to come back after a storm, much like the crops they so carefully watch over.

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With the cooler nights this time of year, local farms are producing lots of vegetables and some fruits, including root vegetables, tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, zucchini, peppers, ginger, turmeric, star fruit, and heirloom bananas. Depending on the heat, we may need to wait a few weeks for some lettuces. Beekeepers will also have harvested by this point, so look out for local favorites, such as spicy-sweet mango honey.

Just like everything else, 2020 has changed a lot about how farms operate. Some have been around for decades and offer family-friendly opportunities on premises that are COVID-safe, such as pick-your-own.

Others have more grown-up amenities like on-site breweries and fine dining. Here, we highlight three near-Naples farms that are figuring out how to survive and even thrive in these crazy times.

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Inyoni Organic Farm grows pineapples (something owner Nick Batty learned from his father) and an array of produce.

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In 1984, Nick Batty’s family left the tiny African nation of Swaziland for the promise of the prettiest pineapples. His father was a farmer and took on the challenge of growing pineapples in Immokalee. They were the ornamental variety, the fruit sprouting into pastel colors that would end up flanking entranceways around town.

Batty knew he’d follow his father and grandfather into farming, and he went to The University of Florida to study horticulture. After managing his dad’s operation for four years, he broke away to start an organic farm all his own.

In 2002, he established the six-acre Inyoni Organic Farm down a dirt road in Golden Gate Estates. It now produces 50 vegetables, herbs, flowers, and fruits. He has sold his produce at the Third Street South Farmers Market, the Bo-

nita Shores Club Farmers Market, and via drivethrough pickups at the farm.

When the pandemic began, Inyoni was wellsuited to ride it out. Batty had begun an online store a year earlier, and the website provided an easy way to transition away from farmers markets. While Inyoni lost some restaurant business, “we did okay compared to some other people,” says Batty.

This year the farm has lots of changes planned.

Batty envisions a farmers market run on the property, and his wife, Natalie, has dreams of a food truck that can serve as a mobile kitchen for dinners, lunches, and special events.

The winter is also Batty’s favorite time of year, when the sweat of the summer is behind him and everything is coming into season. The tomatoes, cucumbers, pretty much everything, will change your mind about buying produce in the supermarket, he notes.

“Because we are selling locally, we can harvest later, because we don’t have to ship them, and they will be riper and taste better than the stuff from California in grocery stores,” Batty says. “Once you get a taste for it, you can really tell the difference.”

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Southern Fresh Farms specializes in vertical growing. It also houses rescued farm animals, a brewery, and community garden plots.

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Growing up in South Fort Myers, Shelly McMahon admits she knew nothing about farming. “Then I married a farmer, way back in 1980,” she says.

Her husband, Robert McMahon, worked with his father to manage a large-scale commercial farm. In 1988, Shelly and Robert moved out to five acres on State Road 82 and got out of agriculture for a bit, working on environmental restoration projects instead. In 2013, they started thinking about converting their property into a farm and discovered vertical growing. “We don’t have a huge piece of land, but we learned we could grow up instead of out,” McMahon says.

Now, at Southern Fresh Farms, they grow flowers and 80 varieties of vegetables, all of them snaking up towers from planter beds. Most of it is hydroponic except for the tomatoes, which the McMahons figured out just taste better when they grow in soil. All of it is sold right there on the property and also made into dishes served up at the farm’s café.

There’s a playground for the kids, rescued farm animals to adore, and a brewery, Crazy Dingo, that uses hops grown onsite as well. Southern Fresh also rents out 4-by-10-foot garden plots so people can tend and grow their own veggies; it’s so popular, there’s always a long wait list for the 26 spaces.

Even with all the things they’ve added, McMahon says she’s most proud of her produce. “We know we can grow a good product,” she says. “When somebody says, ‘Hey, can I have some lettuce?’ We go out and pick it for them. And it will last two weeks. You buy it from the grocery store, and it has already had so many temperature changes that it just won’t last.”

The pandemic did change some things; they separated the tables that hold the vegetables in the market so people could social distance, and there are lines now to help people queue up safely. But McMahon says business went well this year, because many people preferred her open-air market to the big-box stores.

This winter, the McMahons hope to operate on as large of a scale as they always have. They plan to move the brewery into a bigger space on the property, and they’re adding shade to the playground. This is also the season when just about everything is fresh, so it’s a busy time for the farm.

“November is when things start to pop, almost everything really,” McMahon notes. “You name it we’ve got it, and it’s fresh.”

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When the pandemic forced the closure of its restaurant, Rosy Tomorrows Heritage Farm began selling provision boxes instead.

ROSY TOMORROWS HERITAGE FARM Back in 2019, Rosy Tomorrows scored a major endorsement when the News-Press named its restaurant one of the 27 best in Fort Myers. Afterward, there was rarely an empty table at the eatery on the farm, with reservations booked weeks out. That all ended when the pandemic hit, and owner Rose O’Dell King had no idea what was next.

“A lot of these restaurants, they can just turn off the lights and walk away for a while,” O’Dell King says. “But we’re a farm, and we have to keep going. What were we going to do with everything we were producing?”

At that point, O’Dell King had been a full-time farmer for six years.

Before that, she’d spent a lifetime as a French Culinary Institute–trained chef, certified sommelier, and food and wine columnist. When she opened Rosy Tomorrows, she started raising heritage breeds of pigs and cattle—animals that aren’t as efficient as the ones used by industrial food companies but yield tastier meat when pasture-raised. She also grows produce and herbs, and all of it dictated the dishes at her restaurant.

With the lockdown forcing the closure of the restaurant, she had to figure out what to do with what she was producing. “It was a pretty scary time when this happened because you think, ‘How am I going to carry on?’”

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capping her production at 100 to ensure quality. The boxes include the meats from her heritage breed animals, whatever is fresh from the garden, and a sampling of other products she likes, including artisan honey and the specialty shade-grown coffee she served at the restaurant.

Every August, the farm does a massive planting, so there’s a cornucopia of vegetables come autumn. She’s also hoping to host a full roster of classes, wine dinners, and events this winter. In addition, she has repurposed the restaurant tables to dry herbs. It was hard to take at first, seeing the restaurant she built sitting empty. But then the boxes became a source of pride—and a way to save her farm with her own ingenuity. «

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FARM STAND WEEKENDS Golden Gate Community Market: Peppers, jams, leather goods, food trucks, tree fruit, Saturdays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (farmermarket2.com) Local Roots Farmers Market, Bonita Springs: Crafts, shells, jazz, cut flowers, baked treats, available for online ordering with pickup and delivery, Saturdays 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. (buylocallee.com) Saint Paul’s Farmers Market, Naples: Tomatoes, herbs, garden plants, pottery, lettuce, stone crabs, Saturday 8 a.m. to noon, beginning in mid-November. (saintpaulsnaples.org) Saint John Farmers Market, Naples: Baked goods, leafy veggies, honeys, jams, soaps, coffee, specialty pet food, Saturdays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sundays 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (saintjohntheevangelist.com) Third Street South Farmers Market, Naples: Gluten-free baked goods, blue crabs, fresh juices, live music, kids’ activities, Saturday 7 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., beginning in midNovember. (thirdstreetsouth.com) Vanderbilt Farmers Market, Naples: Skin care, tea, schnitzel, shaved ice, crepes, Saturdays 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. (vanderbiltfarmers market.com) —Maddie Laufer

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On the following pages find 166 of the Top Dentists as chosen by their colleagues. We profile some of the most skilled dentists practicing in Collier and Lee counties.

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ENDODONTICS Heather Adu-Sarkodie Essential Endodontics 14171 Metropolis Ave. Fort Myers 239-728-3636 essentialendodontics.com Scott T. Baur Scott T. Baur, PhD, DMD 24820 Burnt Pine Drive Bonita Springs 239-676-1079 yesendo.com

ABOUT THE LIST Naples Illustrated partnered with the firm Professional Research Services, which asked licensed Lee and Collier county dentists who they would recommend in the area for dental care.

Dentists were allowed to name up to three colleagues in each specialty. Nominees were then evaluated on the basis of the survey results, the status of their licenses, and their standing with The Florida Board of Dentistry.

Qualifying dentists who received the highest number of votes are reflected on the following list.

Hunter Bennett Bonita Endodontics 8899 Timberwilde Drive Bonita Springs 239-498-7668 bonitaendo.com

Timothy M. Talbott Naples Endodontics 4521 Executive Drive Naples 239-593-8844 rootcanalnaples.com

Shannon L. Bennett Shannon L. Bennett, DMD 8900 Gladiolus Drive Fort Myers 239-334-2242 shannonbennettdmd.com

Patrick Carrigan Bayview Dental Arts 1001 10th Ave. S. Naples 239-360-5944 bayviewdentalarts.com

Christopher A. Widmer Florida Root Canal Specialists 4959 Castello Drive Naples 239-262-2677 floridarootcanalspecialists.com

Gery P. Benza Galleria Dentistry 9140 Galleria Court Naples 239-206-8003 galleriadentistry.com

Andrew R. D’Amelio Endodontic Specialists of Naples 973 Michigan Ave. Naples 239-263-1644 naplesendodontist.com Nathan C. Dewsnup Bonita Endodontics 8899 Timberwilde Drive Bonita Springs 239-498-7668 bonitaendo.com Wayne M. Dubin Dr. Wayne M. Dubin 6385 Presidential Court Fort Myers 239-454-1661 fortmyersendo.com Gustavo Fuentes Southwest Endodontics 13650 Metropolis Ave. Fort Myers 239-561-3636 Vincent Lovetto Jr. Associates in Endodontics, PA 3641-A 10th St. N. Naples 239-261-3017 aie-naples.com Juan P. Rodriguez Pelican Endodontics, PA 11181 Health Park Blvd.

Naples 239-596-3636 pelicanendo.com Scott D. Shwedel Naples Endodontics 4521 Executive Drive Naples 239-593-8844 rootcanalnaples.com

GENERAL DENTISTRY Matthew W. Allen IV Matthew W. Allen IV, DDS 1871 Colonial Blvd.

Fort Myers 239-936-7207 drmatthewallen.com Evelyn Arellano Dental Designs 5048 Tamiami Trail N. Naples 239-262-6364 topdentaldesigns.com Dawn M. Arena Collier Dental Studio 3400 Tamiami Trail N. Naples 239-234-6368 collierdentalstudio.com Gary Aspinwall Coast Dental & Orthodontics 18990 S. Tamiami Trail Fort Myers 239-482-2296 coastdental.com Carmen Aulino Drive Carmen Aulino 13981 McGregor Blvd.

Fort Myers 239-333-1140 draulino.com Darlenn G. Ayan Ayan Dentistry 900 5th Ave. S. Naples 239-732-9000 ayandentistry.com

Ricardo S. Bocanegra Porto Fino Dental 6805 Porto Fino Circle Fort Myers 239-482-8806 portofinodental.org Steven A. Boe Boe, Page & Page Dental Group 4953 Castello Drive Naples 239-263-2122 thenaplesdentists.com Alberto E. Bolanos Charming Smiles of Naples 4060 Pine Ridge Road Naples 239-304-1974 charmingsmilesofnaples.com Alexander Brao Alexander Brao, DDS, PA 855 Central Ave. Naples 239-262-1341 Mark D. Bronner Mark D. Bronner, DMD 26800 S. Tamiami Trail Bonita Springs 239-498-1105 markbdmd.com Andrea Cameron Cameron Dental Studio 9400 Fountain Medical Court Bonita Springs 239-307-5445 camerondentalstudio.com William Campbell Park Family & Cosmetic Dentistry 690 Goodlette-Frank Road N. Naples 239-206-1500 myparkdental.com

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AYAN DENTISTRY Darlenn G. Ayan, DMD, MAGD, FICOI, is a dentist with more than 25 years’ experience and has extensive post-graduate training at The Pankey Institute, Dawson Center for Advanced Studies, Misch Implant Institute, and Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Ayan received the highest honor for lifelong learning with a Masters in the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) in 2011 and received the Fellowship in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists in 2009. She is a former clinical investigator with the nationwide Dental Practice-Based Research Network, past president of the Southeast Florida AGD, and has served on the Florida board of the AGD. Dr. Ayan has lived in Naples since 2003, and is an active member of the community, serving on several local boards and volunteering at the Neighborhood Health Clinic.

Her practice, Ayan Dentistry in downtown Naples, is a stateof-the-art facility that provides all phases of general and restorative dentistry, with an emphasis on cosmetic, implant, and comprehensive care. Dental services include same-day Cerec

CAD/CAM porcelain crowns and veneers, implants, Invisalign, and sedation.

A healthy mouth is the gateway to overall health, which is why Dr. Ayan spends quality time with each patient, educating them about this very important topic and ultimately forming a close, compassionate relationship. She prides herself in providing the dentistry that she would want as a patient: exceptional dentistry focusing on optimum function and prevention. The Ayan Dentistry team—affectionately called “the Fabulous Five”—is a group of highly trained professionals committed to the mission of providing excellence through personalized, quality care within strict health and safety protocols.

Dr. Ayan’s personal goal for each patient is for them to leave the appointment feeling pleased about the quality of care they have received, and she strives to ensure that they maintain a beautiful, healthy smile!

DARLENN G. AYAN, DMD, MAGD, FICOI

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John Cancelliere The Dentistry in Naples 1001 Crosspointe Drive Naples 239-566-2422 thedentistrynaples.com Sam Cancelliere The Dentistry in Naples 1001 Crosspointe Drive Naples 239-566-2422 thedentistrynaples.com Charles Cano Naples Family Dentistry 2176 Tamiami Trail N. Naples 239-403-7200 David G. Carlton Southwest Florida Dental Group 15650 San Carlos Blvd.

Fort Myers 239-284-1010 southwestfloridadentalgroup.com Joseph Castor Castor Dental Associates 785 Central Ave. Naples 239-300-4635 castordentalassociates.com Jaren O. Catlin Catlin Dental Group 4447 Camino Real Way Fort Myers 239-936-7400 catlindental.com Toniann Conte Conte Dental 8899 Timberwilde Drive Bonita Springs 239-947-6646 contedental.com Jeffrey Crabtree Dr. Jeffrey Crabtree, DDS 2500 Tamiami N. Trail Naples 239-775-5588

Val Daniyar Naples Implant and Laser Dental Center 681 Goodlette-Frank Road Naples 239-261-8200 shinesmile.com

Norma A. Ferrer Healthcare Network - Dental Care East 1749 Heritage Trail Naples 239-774-1850 healthcareswfl.org

Jeremy Davey Davey Family Dentistry 661 Goodlette Road N. Naples 239-434-8886 daveyfamilydentistry.com

Jared Ford Ford Signature Dentistry 7630 Cambridge Manor Pl. Fort Myers 239-936-5252 smilesbydocfoRoadcom

Richard DelBoccio Richard DelBoccio, DMD, PA 3467 Pine Ridge Road Naples 239-594-0123 yournaplesfldentist.com

Barbara Fueredi Clary & Fueredi Prosthodontics & General Dentistry 4413 Outer Drive Naples 239-465-4150 naplesdentist.com

Scott DelBoccio Premier Dental East 1729 Heritage Trail Naples 239-304-1900 naplesdentists.com Alexis Diaczynsky Fantastic Dental Arts 8855 Immokalee Road Naples 239-348-3079 fantasticdentalarts.com Fady Fakhoury Fady Fakhoury, DDS 10911 Bonita Beach Road Bonita Springs 239-990-2210 thecomprehensivedentist.com Katrine Farag Advanced Dentistry of Fort Myers 16601 San Carlos Blvd.

Fort Myers 239-466-3131 advanceddentistryofftmyers.com Owen F. Feeney Summerlin Dental Care 16159 Myriad Lane Fort Myers 239-321-6847 summerlindentalcare.com

Adriana Gabaldon Family Dentistry Naples 7219 Radio Road Naples 239-455-1018 familydentistrynaples.com Richard J. Garcia Richard J. Garcia, DMD 7385 Radio Road Naples 239-455-0898 smilesofnaples.com JunĂŠe F. Gardy JunĂŠe F. Gardy. DDS, PA 1044 Castello Drive Naples 239-262-1233 thecosmeticdentistofnaples.com Rich Gilbert Pelican Landing Dental 23451 Walden Center Drive Bonita Springs 239-449-0752 pelicanlandingdental.com Burton P. Golumbic Burton P. Golumbic 3376 Woods Edge Circle Bonita Springs 239-498-9666 bonitaspringssmiles.com

Gary Gordon Integrity Dental, LLC 5100 Tamiami Trl N. Naples 239-302-7241 integritydental.info Peter Gostout Gostout Dental 407 Cape Coral Pkwy. E. Cape Coral 239-945-3818 gostoutdental.com Diana Griffith Complete Dental Care of Naples 6360 Pine Ridge Road Naples 239-354-5353 griffithdentistry.com Johnn Griffith Complete Dental Care of Naples 6360 Pine Ridge Road Naples 239-354-5353 griffithdentistry.com David M. Gulotte Imperial Dental 27821 S. Tamiami Trail Bonita Springs 239-947-6900 imperialdentalbonita.com Andrew Haidet Gulf Shore Cosmetic and Family Dentistry 225 Banyan Blvd.

Naples 239-262-8200 cosmeticdentistryofnaples.com Whitney Haidet Complete Dentistry of Estero 21300 Town Commons Drive Estero 239-228-3954 completedentistryestero.com Thomas P. Hale Smiles by Hale 9180 Galleria Court Naples 239-360-3578 smilesbyhale.com

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BAYVIEW DENTAL ARTS It is an honor that all three of the specialists at Bayview Dental Arts have been chosen for the second consecutive year as Naples’ Top Dentists in Prosthodontics and Endodontics! Drs. Scherder, Hedgepath, and Carrigan have been providing the Naples area with superior dental care for over 10 years. Their world-class dental facility provides patients the ability to experience the highest standards in dental health and cosmetics.

Edward A. Scherder, DMD, JD, is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine and received his graduate degree in prosthodontics. Prosthodontics is a specialty branch of dentistry that focuses on restoration, replacement, and function through modern advancements and technology. As the founder of Bayview Dental Arts in 2007, Dr. Scherder has a commitment to maintaining the cornerstones of his practice — compassion, skill, ethics, and technology.

Robert C. Hedgepath, DMD, is a graduate of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. As a fellow specialist in prosthodontics, Dr. Hedgepath joined the practice in 2011, bringing an array of expertise. His expertise focuses on the maintenance of optimum

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oral function, comfort, and appearance through the use of Invisalign or crowns and veneers. From bridge work to partials and dentures, he offers the very best in dental care.

Patrick J. Carrigan, DMD, is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. He continued his training in a post-dental specialty residency at Temple University School of Dentistry where he received his certification in endodontics (root canal dentistry). Dr. Carrigan has had articles published in the Journal of Endodontics and has earned numerous awards, including recognition as an Alumni of Distinction from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine and the Louis Seiden Award for Clinical Excellence. He has been recognized with the Top Dentist Award consistently since 2007 from Pittsburgh to Naples!

Let the specialists at Bayview Dental Arts help you assess your smile! Drs. Scherder, Hedgepath, and Carrigan will determine the best treatment options available to maintain the health of your smile and create the look you have always dreamed of!

EDWARD A. SCHERDER, ROBERT C. HEDGEPATH, PATRICK J. CARRIGAN

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James B. Hansen II James B. Hansen II, DDS, PA 85 8th St. N. Naples 239-262-1522 drjbhansen.com Robert E. Hendry II The Aesthetic Dental Centre 13650 Metropolis Ave. Fort Myers 239-768-5600 aestheticdentalcentre.com Jeffrey Holzinger Jeffrey Holzinger, DDS 9200 Bonita Beach Road Bonita Springs 239-992-2279 jeffreyholzinger.com Long Huynh Park Family & Cosmetic Dentistry 690 Goodlette-Frank Road N. Naples 239-206-1500 myparkdental.com Laura A. Kaiser Laura A. Kaiser, DMD 9401 Fountain Medical Court Bonita Springs 239-949-8220 smilesbykaiser.com Stephen C. Layton Tamiami Trail Dental Care 1250 N. Tamiami Trail Naples 239-263-4445 tamiamitraildentalcare.com Aaron A. Leishman Aaron A. Leishman, DMD, PA 9500 Corkscrew Palms Circle Estero 239-947-7992 esterodentist.com Maria Linden Linden Dental, PA 5628 Strand Blvd.

Naples 239-593-0777 lindendentalnaples.com

Shamus L. Loftus Pelican Bay Family Dental 5811 Pelican Bay Blvd.

Naples 239-597-4902 pelicanbayfamilydental.com

James W. Massa Massa Dental Center 2220 Venetian Court Naples 239-597-7333 jameswmassa.com

Dennis Lucas Dr. Dennis Lucas, DMD 1000 Tamiami Trail N. Naples 239-262-5851 drdennislucas.com

Craig Mayer Dental Care of Lehigh Acres 105 Connecticut Road Lehigh Acres 239-369-5861 dentalcareoflehighacres.com

Mark M. Makram Mark M. Makram, DDS 1726 Medical Blvd.

Naples 239-719-2836 naplesfldentist.com

Shane McDowell Shane McDowell, DMD 7711 Cambridge Manor Pl. Fort Myers 239-572-9161 shanemcdowelldentistry.com

Spaska Malaric Alliance Dental 1400 Royal Palm Square Blvd.

Fort Myers 239-317-7461 alliance.dental

Javier Mendez Naples Center for Cosmetic Dentistry 9132 Strada Place Naples 239-206-4282 towncaredental.com

Cheryl L. Malick Dental Excellence 7955 Airport Road N. Naples 239-596-3434 naplesdentalexcellence.com

Leigh T. Meyer Meyer Dental Care 4970 Tamiami Trail N. Naples 239-430-1000 meyerdentalcare.com

George M. Mantikas George M. Mantikas, DMD 5100 Tamiami Trail N. Naples 239-262-6000 drmantikasfl.com

James A. Mitchell Mitchell Dentistry 32 Barkley Circle Fort Myers 239-939-5556 mitchelldentist.com

Jordan Martin Advanced Technology & Laser Dentistry 17640 S. Tamiami Trail Fort Myers 239-431-9094 dentistinftmyers.com

Yolanda F. Mitchell Mitchell Dentistry 32 Barkley Circle Fort Myers 239-939-5556 mitchelldentist.com

Aquiles J. Mas True View Dental 825 Vanderbilt Beach Road Naples 239-598-8899 trueviewdental.com

Angela Nash Legacy Dental Studio 7780 Cambridge Manor Place Fort Myers 239-275-7722 legacydentalstudio.com

Brian M. Olitsky Smile Design

by Brian M. Olitsky, DMD 24880 S. Tamiami Trail Bonita Springs 239-992-9929 smiledesignbonita.com Christopher S. Page Boe, Page & Page Dental Group 4953 Castello Drive Naples 239-263-2122 thenaplesdentists.com Patricia Pavlos Patricia Pavlos, DDS, PA 6622 Willow Park Drive Naples 239-598-3032 pavloscosmeticdentistry.com Josephine Perez The Smile Fairy Dental Spa 9010 Strada Stell Court Naples 239-256-8728 thesmilefairy.com Elizabeth Pfent All About Smiles 4089 Tamiami Trail N. Naples 239-434-5525 dentalnaples.com Armando L. Pino Uptown General Aesthetic Dentistry 2700 Immokalee Road Naples 239-592-0111 drpinonaplesdentist.com Roger J. Pint Bonita Dental Studio 9200 Bonita Beach Road Bonita Springs 239-676-8730 bonitadentalstudio.com Gillian Plummer-Molina Vanderbilt Estates Dental 7211 Vanderbilt Beach Road Naples 239-271-2497 vanderbiltestates.dental

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NAPLES IMPLANT & LASER DENTAL CENTER “We have done it again and there are many reasons why my team and I have returned as a Naples Illustrated’s Reader’s Choice for comprehensive dental care,” says Dr. Val Daniyar, DMD, of Naples Implant & Laser Dental Center.

Daniyar and his team are guided by the simple philosophy that health equals beauty. His expertise and patient-centered approach have garnered recognition and praise by leaders in the dental industry and, most importantly, by the satisfied patients that have seen him for everything from a chipped tooth to complex restorative and surgical procedures. “We consider every aspect of dentistry to be cosmetic dentistry,” states Dr. Daniyar, “because treatments that eliminate disease, relieve pain, and restore function make our natural beauty shine and glow—a vital sign of health. Seeing a patient smile again is a major part of beauty.”

The success of this approach is most clearly articulated by a patient who stated, “My teeth were so bad that for 68 years, I tried to smile without showing my teeth. Dr. Daniyar is a genius,

a sculptor. I have never felt so pretty in my entire life.” Another patient summed it up simply: “There are dentists, then there is Dr. Daniyar. He does not just fix your dental problems; he cares that his dental work is the best in his profession. He spends whatever time is necessary to explain how he is going to solve your dental problems. I’m someone who has seen many dentists, in three states, over 80 years, and Dr. Daniyar and his staff are head and shoulders above all those dentists.”

Daniyar is from Baltimore, Maryland. He received his Doctorate of Dental Medicine (DMD) at the world-renowned Boston University School of Dental Medicine and graduated with honors for his academic and practical achievements. He also received intense training in restorative, prosthetic, and cosmetic dentistry from prestigious European schools. Daniyar practiced dentistry in Massachusetts with one of the most advanced and respectable private practices in the region for several years before relocating to Naples in 2003, where he established a successful private practice.

VAL ALEXANDER DANIYAR, DMD, MS, AF AAID 681 Goodlette Road, Suite 110

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Patricia Primero The Smile Fairy Dental Spa 9010 Strada Stell Court Naples 239-256-8728 thesmilefairy.com Joseph Proscia Proscia Dental 9136 Bonita Beach Road S.E. Bonita Springs 239-494-4574 prosciadental.com Melanie Pugh Melanie Pugh, DMD, PA 8800 Bernwood Parkway Bonita Springs 239-949-1805 drmelaniepugh.com

GERARDO SANTIAGO, DDS Specializing in pediatric dentistry, Gerardo Santiago, DDS, is passionate about serving Naples’ families and ensuring the next generation enjoys a lifetime of healthy smiles. This year marks Children’s Dentistry of Naples’ 25th anniversary—with Santiago at the helm from the start.

Because he believes that happy patients are healthy patients, Santiago has created a warm, welcoming environment that puts both children and parents at ease. The kid-friendly office prioritizes safety as well, ensuring every member of the team is up to date on the latest technology.

Innovative techniques include the utilization of non BisGMA and Bis-Phenol A (BPA) dental sealants and fillings for children, nitrous oxide (happy gas) services for apprehensive patients, and low-radiation digital radiographs.

GERARDO SANTIAGO, DDS

D. Drew Rathbun D. Drew Rathbun, DDS 3565 10th St. N. Naples 239-261-5664 Alan N. Rembos Alan N. Rembos, DDS 4001 Tamiami Trail N. Naples 239-434-0400 smilesbyrembos.com Victoria A. Rinando 6th Sense Dental 28901 Trails Edge Blvd.

Bonita Springs 239-913-6780 6thsensedental.com Deborah Ruddell Deborah Ruddell, DDS, PA 49 Barkley Circle Fort Myers 239-936-8616 ruddelldental.com Jeffrey Skupny Island Coast Dentistry 1044 Castello Drive Naples 239-572-9837 islandcoastdentistry.com

Raymond Spinelli Northside Dental 1879 Veterans Park Drive Naples 239-598-9020 Gary M. Stevens Dr. Gary M. Stevens, DMD 26 8th St. Bonita Springs 239-947-1113 William N. Sullivan Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry of Naples 5390 Park Central Court Naples 239-597-4944 dentistryofnaples.com Jordan Teder Family Dental of Fort Myers 9011 Daniels Parkway Fort Myers 239-312-0618 familydentalfortmyers.com Walfred Torrens Torrens Dental Care 1890 S.W. Health Parkway Naples 239-254-7727 torrensdental.com Laura Van Varick North Naples Dental 2960 Immokalee Road Naples 239-514-2229 northnaplesdental.com Nestor Villarreal Bellaire Bay Dental Care 8921 Immokalee Road Naples 239-302-3731 bellairebaydentalcare.com Robert B. Zavada Robert B. Zavada, DDS, PA 1056 Goodlette-Frank Road Naples 239-435-0200 drzavada.com

Children’s Dentistry of Naples 3021 Airport-Pulling Road, Suite 203 • Naples 239-262-3898 • childrensdentistryofnaples.com

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ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY Rafael Alcalde Florida Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Specialists 5150 Mason Corbin Court Fort Myers 239-274-3794 fomss.com Stephen Anderson Oral Facial & Implant Surgery 2534 S.E. Santa Barbara Place Cape Coral 239-574-3323 ofisurgery.com Jay Cagata Oral Facial & Implant Surgery 2534 S.E. Santa Barbara Place Cape Coral 239-574-3323 ofisurgery.com Gregory M. Casey Blue Wave Implants and Oral Surgery 3388 Woods Edge Circle Bonita Springs 239-947-6637 bluewaveoralsurgery.com John A. Contino WestShore OMS Specialists 1459 Ridge St. Naples 239-263-7474 westshoreoms.com Steven J. Fontana Gulfshore Oral Surgery, PA 1585 Pine Ridge Road Naples 239-262-3300 gulfshoreoralsurgery.com Robert D. Gear Jr. Robert D. Gear, Jr., DMD, MD 26 Barkley Circle Fort Myers 239-277-1400 drgearoms.com Kevin Hall Dental Specialty Center of Fort Myers 7011 Cypress Terrace Fort Myers 239-243-9002 dentalspecialtyflorida.com

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Timothy D. Hogan Southwest Florida Oral & Facial Surgery, PA 8267 College Parkway Fort Myers 239-936-8151 swfofs.com Sein Moe Collier Oral Surgery and Implant Center 1890 S.W. Health Parkway Naples 239-254-9933 collieroralsurgery.com

Ford Signature Dentistry Welcome to our Dental Family.

Offering Complete General and Cosmetic Dentistry in Fort Myers, Florida

Robert W. Payne Robert W. Payne, DDS 1140 Goodlette Road Naples 239-434-6900 oralsurgeryofnaples.com Eric H. Reed WestShore OMS Specialists 1459 Ridge St. Naples 239-263-7474 westshoreoms.com T.J. Tejera Southwest Florida Oral & Facial Surgery, PA 8267 College Parkway Fort Myers 239-936-8151 swfofs.com

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ORTHODONTICS Thomas Albert The Brace Place 5641 Naples Blvd.

Naples 239-592-6300 braceplacenaples.com Jason D. Barlock Orthodontic Specialists of Florida 7091 College Parkway Fort Myers 239-433-0921 fla4braces.com Erika Campbell Campbell Orthodontics 2367 Vanderbilt Beach Road Naples 239-260-2100 campbellbraces.com

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Leo R. Cullinan Dr. Leo R. Cullinan, DDS, MS 4933 Tamiami Trail N. Naples 239-434-0030 wildaboutbraces.com David Heald Orthodontics Exclusively 11801 S. Cleveland Ave. Fort Myers 239-936-2175 nicesmiles.com Maryann Kriger Kriger Orthodontics 27970 Crown Lake Blvd.

Bonita Springs 239-206-5503 bonitaortho.com Kim K. Kundinger Kundinger Orthodontics 1056 Goodlette Road Naples 239-261-7091 kundingerorthodontics.com Michele Laboda Gulf Coast Orthodontics 14361 Metropolis Ave. Fort Myers 239-561-2258 drlaboda.com

Donald Norton Norton Orthodontics 9510 Bonita Beach Road Bonita Springs 239-349-2560 nortonorthodontics.com Gabriela Orsini Orsini Orthodontics 5371 Airport-Pulling Road N. Naples 239-331-8409 orsiniortho.com Barbra J. Reed Reed Orthodontics 2550 Northbrooke Plaza Drive Naples 239-596-2255 reedorthodonticsnaples.com John M. Richards Richards Orthodontics 6300 Whiskey Creek Drive Fort Myers 239-936-1808 drbiteright.com William Thomas The Brace Place 5641 Naples Blvd.

Naples 239-592-6300 braceplacenaples.com

PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY Anissa Ahmadi Barkley Circle Dentistry for Children 45 Barkley Circle Fort Myers 239-939-0423 fortmyerspediatricdentist.com Miguel Argumosa Pediatric Dentistry 9510 Bonita Beach Road Bonita Springs 239-333-2990 swfl-pediatricdentistry.com

Erin Taylor Pediatric Dentistry 9510 Bonita Beach Road Bonita Springs 239-333-2990 swfl-pediatricdentistry.com

PERIODONTICS Jessica Cohen Cohen Dental Studio 700 2nd Ave. N. Naples 239-351-2000 cohendentalstudio.com

Oliver Favalli Lakes Park Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics 7117 Congdon Road Fort Myers 239-418-1444 lakesparksmiles.com

Grace J. Dai Grace J. Dai, DDS, MSD 3200 Bailey Lane Naples 239-435-0880 periodontistofnaples.com

Jennifer B. Hughes Pediatric Dentistry of Naples 1879 Veterans Park Drive Naples 239-260-7672 pediatricdentistryofnaples.com

Timothy S. Davis Timothy S. Davis, DDS, PA 4933 Tamiami Trail N. Naples 239-330-4996 naplesperiodontist.com

Joana Lastres Fantasea Pediatric Dentistry 1890 S.W. Health Pkwy.

Naples 239-431-9064 fantaseapediatricdental.com

Ryan J. Donovan Ryan J. Donovan, DMD, MS, PA 14361 Metropolis Ave. Fort Myers 239-931-4141 fortmyersperioimplants.com

Hope E. McDowell Barkley Circle Dentistry for Children 45 Barkley Circle Fort Myers 239-939-0423 fortmyerspediatricdentist.com

Denise C. Gay Olde Naples Periodontics 1132 Goodlette-Frank Road N. Naples 239-261-1401 OldeNaplesPerio.com

Marilyn Sandor Naples Pediatric Dentistry 4529 Executive Drive Naples 239-592-0800 goodcheckup.com

Kenneth A. Jandik Dr. Kenneth A. Jandik, DDS, MS 1565 Matthew Drive Fort Myers 239-275-7907

Gerardo Santiago Children’s Dentistry of Naples 3021 Airport-Pulling Road Naples 239-262-3898 childrensdentistryofnaples.com

Scott F. Johnson Scott F. Johnson, DMD, MS, LLC 9170 Galleria Court Naples 239-254-0308 naplesperio.com

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Miguel Jusino Park Family & Cosmetic Dentistry 690 Goodlette-Frank Road N. Naples 239-206-1500 myparkdental.com Bradley Piotrowski Bradley Piotrowski, DDS, MSD, LLC 1044 Castello Drive Naples 239-263-6003 periodonticsnaples.com Vani Prabakaran PerioHealth 875 109th Ave. N. Naples 239-301-4781 periohealthswfl.com

David S. Clary Clary & Fueredi Prosthodontics & General Dentistry 4413 Outer Drive Naples 239-465-4150 naplesdentist.com Neil Cohen Cohen Dental Studio 700 2nd Ave N. Naples 239-351-2000 cohendentalstudio.com

Wendell Feliciano Engle Periodontal & Implant Dentistry 5659 Naples Blvd.

Naples 239-593-2178 engleimplantdentistry.com

Jennifer Taschner Taschner Periodontics 1645 Medical Ln. Fort Myers 239-936-0635 taschnerperio.com

Robert Hedgepath Bayview Dental Arts 1001 10th Ave. S. Naples 239-360-5944 bayviewdentalarts.com

Ronny S. Taschner Taschner Periodontics 1645 Medical Lane Fort Myers 239-936-0635 taschnerperio.com

David J. O’Sullivan David J. O’Sullivan, DMD 991 High Point Drive Naples 239-262-1813 davidosullivandmd.com

Juan Teodoro Juan Teodoro, DMD 9510 Bonita Beach Road S.E. Bonita Springs 239-333-4343 bonitaimplants.com

Miguel Scheel Caloosa Dental 12580 University Drive Fort Myers 239-482-7076 caloosadental.com

Randold Binns Pelican Landing Dental 23451 Walden Center Drive Bonita Springs 239-449-0752 pelicanlandingdental.com

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Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry • Restoration of Dental Implants Cerec Crowns in one appointment • Digital X-Rays • Nitrous Oxide Personal attention in a relaxed atmosphere Pleasant staff that delivers the highest quality care

Larry W. Dunford Waterside Aesthetic Dentistry 3209 Del Prado Blvd. S. Cape Coral 239-542-3141 createabeautifulsmile.com

Angel Santiago George Kazakos, DMD, MS Angel Santiago, DMD, MS 6323 Corporate Court Fort Myers 239-482-3343 implant-perio.com

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9140 Galleria Court, Naples, FL 34109

Edward Scherder Bayview Dental Arts 1001 10th Ave. S. Naples 239-360-5944 bayviewdentalarts.com

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Denise C. Gay, D.D.s., M.D.s.

Dr. Gay is a Board Certified Periodontist who has been serving the Naples community for over 16 years and has been practicing periodontics and placing dental implants for over 20 years.

Dr. Gay is a graduate of Georgetown University, New York University and The University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Dr. Gay is trained in all aspects of periodontics, the placement of dental implants and the treatment of dental implant complications including peri-implantitis. She also offers conscious sedation to ease dental anxiety. Dr. Gay has done extensive published research on oral inflammation and its connection to overall systematic health.

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DINING

A CUT Above CHEF JASON GODDARD

“For 500 years, Bistecca alla Fiorentina has been one of the most prestigious and sought-after cuts of meat in Italy,” says chef Jason Goddard of Dorona, the modern Italian steak house owned by the Aielli Group. In fact, the double porterhouse is probably as old as the city of Florence from which it takes its name.

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and 80 ounces, serving one to two, three to four, and four to six guests, respectively. It is first grilled and then finished in the oven before being sliced for the table. “We encourage diners to pre-order so we can cut the steak to their specifications,” says Goddard, who precedes the dish with Caesar salad and finishes the meal with a classic tiramisu. (doronanaples.com)

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VICKI BAKER

EAT + DRINK Mikkelsen’s crafts an array of gourmet pies (left and bottom left) for the holidays. Tony Ridgway’s apple pie (below) is always a crowd-pleaser.

DESSERT

VICKI BAKER

Nothing says Thanksgiving quite like a freshly baked pie. To get a deeper sense of pie’s role in our national holiday, we consulted with Tony Ridgway, proprietor of Ridgway Bar & Grill, Tony’s Off Third, and Bayside Seafood Grill & Bar. Ridgway grew up on an apple and peach orchard in Pennsylvania and baked his first pie at the age of 10.

“As soon as the baking apples were ripe, we made pie,” he recalls. “We commonly used Fuji or Granny Smith. I do love a great pumpkin pie. At the restaurant during the holidays, we make pumpkin tarts in our bottomless rings with straight sides. I’ve also made a wonderful pumpkin pecan pie, with a small layer of not terribly liquid, high-ratio pecan pie mix with pumpkin pie mix poured on the top.”

Ridgway is a traditionalist. “The family dinner table at Thanksgiving, or any time during the year we have the chance to gather, is one of my favorite moments in time,” he says. “I find a terrific meal the ideal chance to take a breath, enjoy good conversation, and celebrate our relationships. A slice of pie with fresh whipped cream or ice cream can cap off that experience memorably.” (ridgwaybarandgrill.com) At Mikkelsen’s Pastry Shop, where Paw and Elizabeth Mikkelsen have been turning out delectable pastries since 2000, Thanksgiving is “the absolute peak pie week of the year,” according to Elizabeth. “We bake literally thousands of pies that week. Pumpkin is the most popular, because it’s something you can’t get the rest of the year. We bake our pies in tart shells, so the customer can pop them out and serve them more easily.”

Everything at Mikkelsen’s is made from scratch, using the best available ingredients. While they’re happy to customize to everyone’s preference, Thanksgiving week is handled on a pre-order basis. And as they look forward to the 2020 holiday season, they’re grateful to have escaped the economic impact of the pandemic. “People always need a sweet fix,” says Elizabeth. (mikkelsenspastryshop.com)

CAROLINE RIDGWAY

PIE IN THE SKY

BAKE OFF TONY RIDGWAY OFFERS FIVE PIE TIPS FOR HOME COOKS

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Glass or porcelain dishes make for a better presentation at the table, although metal tins may cook the crust a bit better.

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Start your oven hot and on convection if you have it. Let the crust cook through. When it’s finished, you’ll see syrup— not liquid!—bubbling through the top.

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Don’t mix the sliced apples and sugar too far in advance because it will liquefy.

Mix at the last minute before going into the pie dish. Likewise, get the pie into the oven as soon as possible after assembling.

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Roll the seam of the pie inside the edge of the dish, rather than creating an edge along the rim. It’s easier to slice, and the whole thing holds together much better— although it may not look as fancy.

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Cook pie principally for its culinary enjoyment, not for its aesthetic value.

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PLANT-BASED

FOOD FOR THE WHOLE For Adenike Johnson, the transition from the tech world to the restaurant industry was a matter of lifesaving necessity. “When I first moved to Florida, I couldn’t find work in my field,” she recalls. “I was actually getting sick from the stress and needed to heal myself and eat a healthier diet.”

She went back to the classroom, enrolling in Florida SouthWestern State College’s business management program and taking nutrition courses. After several false starts, her journey morphed into Fibrre, a vegan restaurant and carry-out spot inside LA Fitness in Fort Myers (although access to Fibrre is available to all). While she offers meat and fish items on special, the core of her menu consists of homemade veggie burgers from a proprietary recipe.

“We’re here to help people maintain a plant-based diet on the go,” she says. “My inspiration is to offer food that I would have served to my grandmother. You don’t feel sluggish when you eat here because your body is turning the food into energy.”

Her goal was to develop a vegan burger that had both texture and flavor, unlike many others on the market. She uses black beans, beets, and legumes to make sure each patty delivers nearly 15 grams of protein.

At Fibrre, Adenike Johnson serves up healthy, plant-based burgers and detox juices.

Among her assortment of drinks and smoothies, her personal favorite is the Cucumber Limeade, a “vegetable limeade” designed to contain fiber as well as refreshing taste.

Despite the challenges of operating a Black-owned business (her previous location was vandalized twice, and funding has been difficult to come by), Johnson continues to persevere and give back. She maintains a Fibrre Box Program to feed the homeless and is working on a Fibrre Kids Program to teach children how to transition to healthy food. “When negative things happen to you,” she says, “you have to find ways to turn them into a positive impact.” (fibrre.com)

NI ’s curated dining guide for Greater NAPLES THE LISTINGS The Naples area is packed with an abundance of great eateries, serving up food and drinks to satisfy every palate. Naples Illustrated has rounded up details on can’tmiss places for dining delights. = NI’s Dining Hall of Fame* *Dining establishments that have won three or more Dining Awards in the same category are inducted into NI’s Dining Hall of Fame.

AMERICAN 7TH AVENUE SOCIAL Eclectic Southern fare and craft cocktails with an outdoor patio and live music. 849 Seventh Ave. S., Naples (7thavenuesocial.com) ALEXANDER’S Farm-to-table American and European cuisine commingle at this fine dining establishment.

4077 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (alexandersnaples.com) BALEEN AT LAPLAYA BEACH & GOLF RESORT Dine amid elegant surroundings indoors or on the patio.

9891 Gulf Shore Drive, Naples (laplayaresort.com) THE BEVY Everything old is new again at The Bevy.

360 Twelfth Ave. S., Naples (naplesbevy.com)

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BISTRO 821 A long-time favorite, thanks to executive chef Jesse Housman’s Natural Fusion menu. 821 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (bistro821.com) BLUEBERRY’S RESTAURANT There’s something for everyone at Blueberry’s. 3350 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (blueberrys-restaurant.com)  BOKAMPER’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL Kim Bokamper may have retired from football decades ago, but he’s still scoring at his locations in Estero and North Naples. 8990 Fontana Del Sol Way, Naples; 8001 Plaza Del Lago Drive, Estero (bokampers.com) BRICKTOP’S Boasting classic dishes and an outstanding brunch. 5555 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (bricktops.com) HAROLD’S PLACE A fun, casual bar and grill that serves classic burgers, seafood, salads, and more. 2555 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (naplesharoldsplace.com) THE LAKE PARK DINER Chef Michael Voorhis puts a healthy spin on classic diner fare. 944 Seventh Ave. N., Naples (thelakeparkdiner.com) THE LOCAL Fresh, healthy meals dominate the menu, and its brunch is one of the best in town. 5323 Airport Pulling Road, Naples (thelocalnaples.com) M WATERFRONT GRILLE Contemporary decor, a view of the bay, and fine cuisine. 4300 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (mwaterfrontgrille.com) OLD NAPLES PUB AND THE VILLAGE PUB Both of these local-favorite locales feature an array of handhelds and finger-friendly foods perfect for the casual

setting. 255 Thirteenth Ave. S.; 4360 Gulf Shore Blvd., Naples (naplespubs.com) RIDGWAY BAR & GRILL Chef Tony Ridgway continues wowing diners with classic American cuisine. 1300 Third St. S., Naples (ridgwaybarandgrill.com) THE ROOSTER There’s a new menu every week, but the flavor is always distinctly Southern. 600 Goodlette Road N. Suite 101, Naples (theroosternaples.com) SEASONS 52 Stop by for a rotating menu of healthy, seasonal dishes and international wines. 8930 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (seasons52.com)  TAVERN ON THE BAY This popular sports bar offers great comfort food and a lovely view of the Gordon River. 489 Bayfront Place, Naples (tavernonthebay.net)  TOMMY BAHAMA RESTAURANT & BAR The laidback lifestyle is full throttle in this festive eatery and bar. 1220 Third St. S., Naples (tommybahama.com)

SEAFOOD AQUA The look is airy, just right for the seafood-centric menu. 862 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (aquafifth.com) THE BAY HOUSE This eatery features a beautiful dining room plus Southern-inspired seafood fare. 799 Walkerbilt Road, Naples (bay​house​naples.com) BAYSIDE SEAFOOD GRILL & BAR This favorite boasts water views and seafood specialties. 4270 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (baysideseafoodgril​land​bar.com) NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | NOVEMBER 2020

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Fine dining can be an uplifting experience, but few things are more noble than serving a good breakfast. Ciro Amato knows this. He started working in his parents’ restaurant at age 12, and was in charge of a kitchen by the time he was 20. In 1999 he purchased Goldies Restaurant and plunged into the world of all-day breakfast and specialty lunch items. His formula is simple: “Great food for everyday people.”

“We have dishes on our menu that customers might pay $30 or $40 for downtown, and they can get them here for $10,” he says. Every Wednesday is Italian day, with rotating items such as veal marsala, chicken Française, and rigatoni alla vodka. Even so, the backbone of the menu is comfort food: eggs benedict, country fried steak, and what Amato calls the ultimate breakfast for two (four eggs, pancakes or French toast, bacon, sausage, potatoes, biscuits, and gravy).

Consistency is his watchword. “We have set recipes that we follow religiously, because we want our food to taste the same tomorrow as it does today.” The other key is service. “Our servers know the customers

THE BOATHOUSE ON NAPLES BAY Arrive by car or boat at this waterfront seafood restaurant. 990 Broad Ave. S., Naples (boathouseonnaplesbay.com) CAPTAIN & KREWE Enjoy oysters and other seafood, beer, and wine in a relaxed atmosphere. 629 Eighth St. S., Naples (cknaples.com) THE CLAW BAR This sister restaurant to The Bay House features a sophisticated blend of Southern traditions and high-quality ingredients. 221 Ninth St. S., Naples (theclawbar.com) THE DOCK AT CRAYTON COVE Serving fresh catches prepared with Caribbean and Latin influences.

845 Twelfth Ave. S., Naples (dockcrayton​cove.com) GROUPER & CHIPS The grouper is spectacular, as are the crab cakes, fish tacos, and bouillabaisse. 338 Ninth St. N., Naples (grouperandchipsnaples.com) HB’S ON THE GULF This restaurant in The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club serves a grand view of the Gulf. 851 Gulf Shore Blvd., Naples (naplesbeach​hotel.com) LA PESCHERIA A creative, stellar eatery that honors the culture of Italian fish markets. 474 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (lapescherianaples.com) OCEAN PRIME Enjoy a delectable seafood and steak menu, luxe cocktails, and a vibrant atmosphere. 699 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (ocean-prime.com) PINCHERS CRAB SHACK Pinchers serves fresh, local seafood in a casual setting. 1200 Fifth Ave. S., Naples; 591 S. Collier Blvd., Marco Island; 28580 Bonita Crossing Blvd., Bonita Springs (pinchersusa.com) RIVERWALK AT TIN CITY The menu brims with innovative delicacies. 1200 Fifth Ave. S. Suite 45, Naples (riverwalktincity.com) SAILS This bona fide “pescatarian’s haven” features exquisitely fresh seafood prepared to perfection. 301 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (sailsrestaurants.com)

and what they eat and drink. Some have been here nearly 20 years, and the average is 9 or 10.”

Amato’s also invested in the community. Goldies regularly donates to charities such as Healthy Start Coalition and Drug Free Collier, and first responders are fed at half-price. He has a long-standing tradition of giving away two meals each day at random. “Customers are frequently confused why they’re receiving a free meal, since they haven’t complained about anything. We just tell them to pay it forward.” (goldiesrestaurant.com)

SEA SALT Chef Fabrizio Aielli is a master at marrying organic local produce, wild-caught fish, naturally raised meat, and poultry with modern cooking techniques.

1186 Third St. S., Naples (seasaltnaples.com) TRULUCK’S SEAFOOD, STEAK, & CRAB HOUSE Truluck’s owns local fisheries, so the catch is always fresh. 698 Fourth Ave. S., Naples (trulucks.com)  THE TURTLE CLUB Fresh seafood and fine steaks are nearly overshadowed by the beachfront setting. 9225 Gulf Shore Drive N., Naples (turtleclubnaples.com)  USS NEMO UNDERSEA CUISINE & ADVENTURES Everything is a cut above, but the signature miso-broiled sea bass is a must. 3745 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (ussnemorestaurant.com)

STEAK THE CAPITAL GRILLE Fine dining with an array of dryaged steaks, fresh seafood, and an extensive wine list.

9005 Mercato Drive, Naples (thecapitalgrille.com) THE CONTINENTAL This D’Amico restaurant is a stylish steak house and gastropub. 1205 Third St. S., Naples (damicoscontinental.com) DORONA Local culinary superstars Fabrizio and Ingrid Aielli have excelled again with this Italian steak house. 2110 Ninth St. N., Naples (doronanaples.com) THE GRILL Luxe dining in The Ritz-Carlton, Naples features aged prime beef and fresh seafood. 280 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (ritzcarlton.com/naples)  JIMMY P’S CHARRED The butcher shop’s steaks and other foods are served in the restaurant next door. 1833 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (jimmypscharred.com) RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE Prime meats and fine seafood make for a special night out. 23151 Village Shops Way, Bonita Springs (ruthschris.com)

SHULA’S STEAK HOUSE In the winning tradition of NFL coach Don Shula, the “Shula Cut” is one of the best steaks in town. 5111 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (shulasnaples.com)

FRENCH BISTRO LA BAGUETTE Formerly Le Lafayette, this traditional French bistro serves classic combinations. 3560 Tamiami Trail E., Naples (bistrolabaguette.com)  BLEU PROVENCE Authentic dishes are paired with wines from an award-winning selection. 1234 Eighth St. S., Naples (bleu​provencenaples.com) CHEZ BOËT FRENCH HOME COOKING Lisa and Philippe Boët serve up delicious French classics. 755 Twelfth Ave. S., Naples (chezboetnaples.com) CÔTE D’AZUR Intimate bistro in the style of Provence serves standouts like Maine lobster in a clay pot. 11224 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (cotedazurrestaurant.com) THE FRENCH BRASSERIE RUSTIQUE Rustic French cuisine with desserts prepared by an in-house pastry chef. 365 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (thefrenchnaples.com)

MEXICAN FELIPE’S MEXICAN TAQUERIA Casual eatery serving fresh classics plus hand-crafted cocktails. 4255 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (felipestaqueria.com) ROCCO’S TACOS AND TEQUILA BAR Every day is Cinco de Mayo at this high-energy eatery. 9123 Strada Place Suite 7135, Naples (roccostacos.com)  TACOS & TEQUILA CANTINA The many varieties of tacos are made with local products. 4834 Davis Blvd.; 8971 Tamiami Trail N., Naples; 10952 Eagle Village Drive, Fort Myers (tacosandtequilanaples.com)

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EAT + DRINK TAQUERIA SAN JULIAN This neighborhood destination serves tacos with familiar fillings, though tripe and tongue are available for the adventurous. 3575 Bayshore Drive, Naples (taqueriasanjulian.restaurantwebexpert.com) TURCO TACO Clean eating with a Mexican twist. 410 Ninth St. N., Naples (theturcotaco.com)

ITALIAN ALBERTO’S ON FIFTH Chef Alberto Varetto cooks fine dishes in his elegant restaurant. 868 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (albertosonfifth.com) ANGELINA’S RISTORANTE A place for a special night out. 24041 Tamiami Trail S., Bonita Springs (angelinas ofboni​tasprings.com)  BAR TULIA This late-night brother of Osteria Tulia serves outstanding pizzas and a variety of irrestible small bites. 462 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (bartulia.com) BARBATELLA Pizzas and pastas are delish, but don’t overlook offerings like the grilled salmon. 1290 Third St. S., Naples (barbatellanaples.com) BRIO TUSCAN GRILLE The location in Waterside Shops makes this a popular place for pre- and post-shopping meals. 5505 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (brioitalian.com)  CAMPIELLO RISTORANTE & BAR This mainstay on Third Street South is a perennial gathering place. 1177 Third St. S., Naples (campiellonaples.com) GRAPPINO This latest venture from Ingrid and Fabrizio Aielli celebrates Fabrizio’s Venetian roots. 90 Ninth St. N., Naples (grappinonaples.com) LA TRATTORIA Old-world charm abounds at this pizzeria. 878 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (latrattorianaples.com) MINO This casual eatery specializes in pizza and trattoria dishes. 1100 Sixth Ave. S., Naples (minofl.com) MOLTO TRATTORIA The homemade pasta, sauces, pizza Napoletana, and home-style cuisine are all top-notch. 368 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (moltonaples.com)  OSTERIA TULIA Chef Vincenzo Betulia’s authentic “peasant” cuisine is delizioso. 466 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (osteriatulia.com) PAZZO! CUCINA ITALIANA The “friendly neighborhood” restaurant has been serving dishes using made-fromscratch sauces, pastas, and desserts for more than 20 years. 853 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (pazzoitaliancafe.com) TERRAZZA This Italian eatery at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples pairs cool Gulf breezes with classic entrées and an array of pastas. 280 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (ritzcarlton.com) VERGINA Italian and Mediterranean dishes with a modern flair. Vergina is also a popular spot for gathering with friends and listening to live music. 700 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (verginarestaurant.com)

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ASIAN ARAYA SUSHI ASIAN GRILL Thai dishes, along with a wide choice of rolls, sushi, and sashimi, served in a modern space. 2650 Immokalee Road, Naples (arayanaples.com) AZN AZIAN CUIZINE PanAsian cuisine and an expansive sushi rolls menu with unique specials. 9118 Strada Place, Naples (aznrestaurant.com/naples)

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DARUMA Visit this Southwest Florida institution for traditional service or teppanyaki-style cooking, an always exciting culinary experience. 241 Center St. N., Naples (darumarestaurant.com) FUJIYAMA STEAK AND SEAFOOD HOUSE Enjoy steaks and seafood prepared with Japanese flair at Fujiyama’s hibachi table. 2555 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (naples​fujiyama.com) NAMBA Named for a district of Osaka, Namba specializes in aburi sushi, a style of nigiri where the fish is partially grilled on top. 8447 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (nambanaples.com) SUSHI ONE Freshness is paramount at Sushi One and each order is painstakingly prepared by hand. 1410 Pine Ridge Road, Naples (sushionenaples.com)  SUSHI-THAI Presenting traditional dishes from Japan, as well as sushi and Thai classics. 869 103rd Ave. N.; 7935 Airport Pulling Road N.; 898 Fifth Ave. S., Naples; 25101 S. Tamiami Trail, Bonita Springs (sush​ithaitoo.com) VEGAN KITCHEN The wide-ranging Asian menu includes influences from China, Thailand, and Vietnam. 794 Neapolitan Way, Naples (vegan-kitchen.us) ZEN ASIAN BBQ A rustic Japenese pub serving fantastic sushi, Korean barbecue, ramen, and more. 10823 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (eatat​zen.com)

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To Pair or Not to Pair?

When it comes to food and wine pairings, it’s often best to GO WITH YOUR GUT

By Mark Spivak It’s one of the oldest ongoing debates: Which wine goes best with which food?

The question itself presupposes that there is an ideal match, and the concept of food and wine pairing has been propagated by both the wine industry and generations of sommeliers—largely because it increases wine consumption. Recently, though, some wellinformed people have been claiming that the concept is a myth.

The debunking process probably began with the 1989 publication of Red Wine with Fish by Joshua Wesson and David Rosengarten. Master of Wine Tim Hanni has gone further, proclaiming that food and wine pairing is based on a set of “delusions.” There’s some scientific evidence to back up his claim. We now know that the human tongue contains between 2,000 and 5,000 taste buds, and each of those harbors between 50 to 100 taste receptors; obviously, the range is so wide that no two people

can experience taste the same way. Here, we outline some of the leading myths.

Foie gras and Sauternes are a classic, perfect match: If you think about it logically, it’s a terrible idea. Would you eat a chocolate éclair or a hot fudge sundae in the middle of a meal, between the fish and meat courses? If not, why compromise your palate with one of the sweetest wines on earth? It’s not exactly classic, either; the combination was unknown prior to the early 1960s, and the owner of Château d’Yquem reportedly doesn’t endorse it.

A meal should progress from white to red and from lighter to more full-bodied wines: Not necessarily. Many professional wine tastings begin with full-bodied reds and conclude with whites so that the acidity in white wine can rejuvenate the palate. In dinner as in life, not everything is linear.

A dessert wine should always be sweeter than the dessert it accompanies: Given

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the intense concentration of sugar in many desserts, it’s almost impossible to find a sweeter wine to accompany them. This theory is based on the idea that food and wine should complement (rather than contrast) each other. At the end of a meal, when your palate is dulled by eating and drinking for several hours, some contrast is welcome.

Certain foods are impossible to pair with wine: The culprits are asparagus, artichokes, brussels sprouts, broccoli, and cabbage, all of which have high levels of sulfur.

While difficult, a match is far from impossible. Try acidic and herbaceous wines such as Gruner Veltliner, Sauvignon Blanc, and Vermentino.

Looking for ways to improve your pairing experience? Try these common-sense tips.

Drink what you like: You’ll be amazed at the results. If you’re a fan of big, powerful reds, you’ll discover they’re not bad with poached fish. If you’re at a loss, try to match

the weight and texture of the dish with the weight and texture of the wine.

Make adjustments when necessary: A pinch of salt or a spritz of lemon will remove most of the bitterness from a dish and make a wine seem more palatable.

When in doubt, drink Champagne: Here in the U.S., we tend to reserve Champagne for special occasions and only consume it before dinner; in France, they drink it all the time and throughout their meals.

It has an incredible range of food pairings.

Brut Champagne goes well with everything from caviar and oysters to fried chicken and macaroni and cheese. Rosé is perfect with spicy foods, duck, charcuterie, game, lamb, and steak.

Remember that context is everything: Kendall-Jackson Chardonnay with the one you love can be magical. 1982 Château Mouton Rothschild with your worst enemy can easily taste like dishwater. «

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LOL for TLC There’s nothing like Thanksgiving in an election year, especially when the presidency is up for grabs. If holiday interactions—both virtual and in-person—prove to be awkward, then you might be on the lookout for a creative coping strategy.

A study published in the journal PLOS ONE found that those who laugh in the face of stress are better equipped at dealing with it. The findings show that the frequency of participants’ laugher was inversely related to stress symptoms. What’s more, the intensity of laughter didn’t matter when it came to anti-stress benefits. Meaning, you don’t need to be on the

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verge of happy tears to reap benefits; even a smirk can skew stress.

“Laughter really is medicine,” says Diana J. Chavez, a psychologist at Healthcare Network of Southwest Florida. “It’s a form of self-care. It empowers us to manage difficult situations more positively.”

When we laugh, our brain releases feelgood chemicals, such as endorphins, serotonin, and dopamine, that change our mood and minimize stress. Other short-term effects include a positive impact on the cardiovascular system and lower blood pressure, like you’d get from exercise. A long-term effect of chuck-

ling each day is a boost to the immune system.

To keep it together during stressful gatherings, Chavez suggests planning laugh-inducing fun throughout the day. Swap texts with a witty friend in the morning (think memes or turkey gifs). At dinner ask everyone to share a hilarious anecdote. Turn after-dinner lounging into game night with favorites like charades or the edgier Cards Against Humanity.

“Laughter is contagious, so by engaging with other people, you’re improving their day as much as your own,” says Chavez. Need a Thanksgiving rescue joke, just in case? Try: “What are turkeys thankful for? Vegetarians.”

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Skin Tune Ups The holiday season is a great time to tend to your skin. No beauty cream works overnight, but real results can start to show between 28 and 56 days of regular use, according to a study in The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology. Below, Kathryn Russell, a board-certified dermatologist at The Woodruff Institute in Naples, outlines five power ingredients to save face. (thewoodruffinstitute.com)

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Antioxidants: “By binding to free radicals, antioxidants prevent them from causing damage to healthy cells,” explains Dr. Russell. An eye cream with antioxidants maintains delicate skin in this area. Consider Dr. Loretta Tightening Eye Gel ($60, drloretta.com), formulated by a Miami-based dermatologist who combined Lipochroman, a synthetic antioxidant that curbs premature aging, with vitamin E and algae extract to fill in crow’s feet and help you look awake in the a.m.

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Vitamin C: Think of this antioxidant as a sun-spot medic that works overtime to repair damaged skin. “It is best to use in the morning prior to your sunscreen,” recommends Russell. Look for products that combine vitamin C and ferulic acid, like Perricone MD Vitamin C Ester CCC+ Ferulic Brightening Complex 20% ($159, perriconemd.com). This ingredient combo is doubly effective in curbing photodamage and also helps minimize skin cancer mutations.

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Retinol: These retinoid compounds are part of the vitamin A family used to treat wrinkles and pigmentation, and prevent non-melanoma skin cancers. “Retinols facilitate exfoliation of the top layer of the skin while also increasing collagen and the thickness of the skin,” says Russell. While just a pea-sized amount of retinol is enough to treat the entire face, the liquid Phyto-C Skin Care Retinol 1% Serum ($75, phyto-c. com) absorbs better to scrub off pesky spots.

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Alpha-Hydroxy Acids (AHAs): Glycolic acid and lactic acid molecules exfoliate and remove the top layer of dead skin cells. “This brightens overall complexion, corrects discoloration, prevents acne, and increases the absorption of other products,” says Russell. AHAs formulations range in potency: stronger equals faster. Try Obagi Clinical Blue Brilliance Triple Acid Peel ($145, sephora.com), which is gentler than a traditional peel and leaves skin noticeably smoother.

Hyaluronic Acid (HA): “Hyaluronic acid is a natural component of collagen,” says Russell. “HA holds onto water and keeps the skin looking plump.”

Bynacht Reverse Sun Radical Recovery Serum ($310, shen-beauty.com) is the ultimate anti-aging night serum because its high concentration of hyaluronic acid as well as watermelon extract and exfoliating bromelain from pineapples boost cell regeneration while you sleep.

Blue-Light BLOCKERS Screen time is up in most households, and so is difficulty sleeping. The LED-backlit glow on your phone or laptop might be causing your insomnia. “Blue light suppresses melatonin release,” says Nicole Alessi, an optometrist at Collins Vision.

“In a work environment during the day this is wonderful, but a few hours before sleep, not so good.” Research backs this up: Exposure to blue light for two hours in the evening can mess with your circadian clock. Some people even report headaches or dry and fatigued eyes after extended screen use.

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wearing blue light– blocking lenses. A 2017 study in Ophthalmic & Physiological Optics showed that people who wore blue light–blocking lenses reported that they slept better.

According to Alessi, she’s heard lots of anecdotal evidence from patients touting their benefits.

NI put blue light–blocking glasses to the test with a pair of Privé Revaux Eyewear (from $30, priverevaux.com). The lenses act like a filter with a mild sepia tint that makes the screens look crisper, minimizing eye strain. Since these glasses also offer 100-percent UV blockage, we kept them on all day to keep from squinting in the Florida sunshine. Bonus: Many styles are also available in readers, so you can feel better about reading a bedtime story on a tablet.

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This seemingly plain vegetable from the cabbage family is packed with antioxidants, vitamins A and C, calcium, iron, and fiber—no wonder researchers laud its cardiovascular and cancer-fighting benefits. It’s the ideal alternative to high-carb starchy foods that tend to spike blood sugar levels, which can lead to hypoglycemia (even if you don’t have diabetes), impact your immune response, and damage blood vessels. Cauliflower is also high in choline, a mineral that helps you think and balances mood. Plus, when prepared a certain way, it is a low-carb substitute for mashed potatoes. “Half a cup of cauliflower mash has 2.5 grams of carbs, versus half a cup of mashed potatoes at 20 grams of carbs,” says Dee Harris, a certified functional medicine practitioner and owner of D-Signed Nutrition in Bonita Springs. This Thanksgiving, swap the spuds for a healthier side dish—like this one Harris sampled at Canyon Ranch Wellness Resorts—and see if anyone notices the difference. (dsignednutrition.com) Mashed Cauliflower (serves 4) 1 lb. chopped cauliflower 1 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 tsp. sea salt 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

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Even beyond Thanksgiving, practicing gratitude can rewire your mind to think positively and build resilience. Look closer at what you already have and who you are—acknowledge that you have a killer sense of humor or pat yourself on the back for your cookiebaking skills. “As gratitude becomes a deeper part of who we are, it redirects our minds to a state of contentment that works better than any external object or condition we are trying to pursue,” adds Rios. (naplesyogacenter.com)

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The ancient Chinese practice is based on pathways, known as meridians, that send signals to your brain by activating spots where blood, nerve, and connective tissues meet. A new study published in the journal Pain Medicine found that selfadministered acupressure can relieve lower-back pain and fatigue. This is something you can try at home, after consulting a physical therapist who

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Beauty knows no bounds—not even international borders. The uptick in the accessibility of global skin care and makeup celebrates diverse philosophies, formulations, and definitions of beauty. Spin the globe and land on these Japanese, Danish, Australian, Hungarian, and English wonders: NeogenLab RE:P. Nutrinature Ultra All-in-One Multitem that packs in the benefits of toner, essence, and emulsion ($34, neogenlab.us); Kjaer Weis lipstick in KW Red ($56, Bluemercury); Sand & Sky Australian Emu Apple Dreamy Glow Drops for lit-from-within skin ($50, Ulta); Éminence Firm acai moisturizer ($59, eminenceorganics.com); and Charlotte Tilbury Walk of No Shame Cheek to Chic blush in Berry-Rose ($40) and eyeliner in Warm Berry-Russett ($27, Sephora). —Abigail Duffy

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How the economic woes associated with COVID-19 differ from setbacks suffered during the GREAT RECESSION

By Judy Martel When the forced economic shutdown from the coronavirus pandemic plunged the country into recession during the second quarter of 2020, many were plagued by uncomfortable recollections of the last catastrophic downturn just over a decade ago, the Great Recession of 2007 to 2009.

While there are some similarities between the COVID-19 recession and the Great Recession, economist Sean Snaith, director of the Institute for Economic Forecasting at the University of Central Florida, notes that it’s the differences that are most significant. “The two are similar in the sense that both were severe contractions in the economy,” he says. “The COVID-19 recession was deeper but much shorter by comparison. Both were the deepest since the Great Depression [the longest recession on record, stretching a decade or more, beginning in 1929 with the stock market crash].” However, Snaith notes that the COVID-19 recession stands apart from any recession in U.S. history in that it was self-inflicted.

Recessions are typically the result of financial instability in some part of the economy that instigates a sharp decline for at least a few

months. But the COVID-19 recession was the result of the government response to a health crisis that forced it to pull the plug on large segments of the economy, mainly tourism, hospitality, entertainment, and manufacturing. “Masses of people were thrown into unemployment in a matter of just two months, and the government lacked the infrastructure to process all those claims,” says Snaith.

Contrast that with the Great Recession, which was largely attributed to the collapse of the housing market that then rippled throughout the credit markets. “Subsequently, it also weighed on the economic recovery, because it was such a historic destruction in home equity wealth,” continues Snaith. While relatively few people invest in the stock market, many more view their home as a way to build financial stability over time because, historically, housing prices steadily rose year after year. When home values tanked, “suddenly, across the socioeconomic spectrum, people saw their wealth collapse.” Making it worse was the slow recovery. “In Florida, it took nearly 10 years for prices to get back to prerecession levels. In the meantime, the economy worsened because consumer spending was dampened.”

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During the COVID-19 recession, the stock market took an immediate nosedive in March, but then rebounded within four months after the initial crash, leaving many investors scratching their heads as they observed the fallout of high unemployment and lost business income in the wake of the pandemic shutdown. “The stock market is always forward-looking, while economic data is a glimpse in the rearview mirror,” Snaith explains. “The stock market responds to what’s happening in the future and doesn’t take as long to recover as the housing market. Stocks are reflecting the fact that COVID-19 is not going to be an issue forever.”

The labor market, however, will take time to recover, Snaith adds.

“Many businesses, particularly small businesses, will not survive because they lacked the cash reserves to ride it out.” Other larger companies will not come out on the other end because they were already on the edge. The good news, he notes, is that the federal government responded to the COVID-19 recession quickly, approving some $3 trillion to pump into the economy within the first couple of months, although he calls the initial stimulus checks for individuals a “bandage on a deep bruise.”

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By Cathy Chestnut

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Creative COUPLING This is a milestone month for Naples’ Method & Concept, which is unveiling a new event space called The Pop Up at The Collective with a world-class exhibition.

“Beyond Nature,” by married sculptors Arik Levy and Zoé Ouvrier, marks their first show together and the debut of Ouvrier’s work in the United States.

The exhibition coincides with the dedication of Levy’s CraterStone296, a marble sculpture that is permanently on view outside the entrance of The Collective on Tenth Street South in the Naples Design District. Levy will also participate in a virtual artist talk November 13.

Israeli-born Levy is currently based in Paris with Ouvrier. This year alone, his monumental works and small-scale sculptures have been displayed across the globe: in Germany, Azerbaijan, Moscow, France, Italy, Geneva, and London. (The Baker Museum hosted a Levy exhibition in late 2017.) Inspired by her childhood in Montpellier on the Mediterranean coast in southern France, Ouvrier engraves organic trees and forests on wooden panels. “Presented together, the couple’s interwoven dynamics become heightened, offering an exploration of human nature, emotion, and self,” say the show organizers. Turn the page for more updates from the local art scene. (methodandconcept.com)

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NEWCOMER on Fifth Avenue South

The Aldo Castillo Gallery at 634 Fifth Avenue South is bringing paintings, photography, drawings, sculpture, works on paper, digital art, and new media installations by established international artists to Old Naples. Those who have visited the Miromar Design Center in

Estero with an interior designer or work within the design industry are likely familiar with Castillo’s name and aesthetics. An international art dealer, curator, artist, and human rights activist, Castillo is recognized as a leader in cutting-edge contemporary art. He founded his

The Bob Rauschenberg Gallery at Florida SouthWestern State College

76 and lives in the United States. Bidlo, 67, is a contemporary conceptual artist based in New York who is widely known for appropriating the signature styles and compositions of artists such as Andy Warhol, Jackson Pollock, and Yves Klein. One of his most well-known series, “Erased de Kooning Drawings,” is an homage to Rauschenberg’s work of the same name.

Jade Dellinger, director of the Bob Rauschenberg Gallery, says that although Rauschenberg took a lot of critical heat for his one-time white series, the late modern artist compared them to clocks: “Dust falls upon them, so they are the keepers of time in their own way.”

Dellinger says the gallery looks quiet and static, though viewers will take away the subtleties of each of Mosset’s hand-stretched canvases: brushstrokes, the weave of the Belgium canvas, and the way lighting variations add a different dimension.

Related virtual events will be announced during the run of the show. Masks and social distancing are required when visiting the FSW campus in Fort Myers. (rauschenberggallery.com)

WHITE OUT at FSW Feel like staring into a monochromatic white canvas to free your thoughts? On view through December 12, the site-specific “Olivier Mosset & Mike Bidlo” exhibition in the Bob Rauschenberg Gallery at Florida SouthWestern State College includes drawings and newly commissioned paintings in a study of white that echoes a Rauschenberg series from 1953.

Mosset created 22 monochrome paintings in white for this exhibit, while Bidlo contributed 11 drawings in which the erasure of artwork results in its own kind of white.

Born in Switzerland, Mosset has been featured in several solo and group exhibitions throughout Europe. He’s now

first gallery in Chicago in 1993 and relocated to Southwest Florida in 2011. He’s achieved prominence as the organizer of prestigious international art shows and art fairs in China, Europe, Latin America, Africa, and the United States. (aldocastillogallery.com)

IN THE GARDEN BEGINNING NOVEMBER 20, THE NAPLES BOTANICAL GARDEN WILL HOST “CARMELO BLANDINO: CONVERGENCE.” FOR THIS EXHIBITION, BLANDINO IS CREATING SYMBOLIC ABSTRACTIONS OF FLOWERS AND LANDSCAPES INSPIRED BY THE GARDEN’S COLLECTION OF LIVING FLORA. THIS SICILIAN ARTIST HAS STRONG TIES TO NAPLES. HIS WORK WAS FEATURED IN AN EXHIBITION AT THE BAKER MUSEUM IN 2016, AND HE IS REPRESENTED AT METHOD & CONCEPT, WHICH PARTNERED WITH THE GARDEN ON THIS SHOW. IN ADDITION, THE NAPLES BOTANICAL GARDEN WILL MOUNT ITS ANNUAL NIGHT LIGHTS IN THE GARDEN NOVEMBER 27 TO JANUARY 3. ON THESE EVENINGS (SAVE FOR DECEMBER 24, 25, AND 31), GUESTS CAN STROLL ILLUMINATED PATHWAYS, ENJOY LIVE MUSIC, AND SAVOR HOLIDAY COCKTAILS AND BITES. (NAPLESGARDEN.ORG)

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CUBAN ART

in the Spotlight 1. Carlos Leandro Suarez (a.k.a. Cale) is a graduate of the fine arts program at the Pedagogical Institute Frank Pais Garcia of Santiago de Cuba.

This young contemporary artist has been exhibited in more than 45 shows in Cuba and other countries.

2. Juan Manuel Garcia (a.k.a. Juanma) is a graduate of the Leopoldo Romanach Visual Arts Academy in Santa Clara, Cuba. Garcia participated in two shows at the Milander Center of Arts and Entertainment in Hialeah. His paintings evoke social awareness and incorporate symbols exploring nineteenth-century poet and philosopher José Martí’s power.

3. Jose L. Diaz (a.k.a. Montero) is a self-taught artist who began his career in 1994 photo-documenting the environment and people around

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him. In 2004, he evolved into minimalism, abstraction, and pop art.

4. Jose Luis Bermudez is a graduate of the Academy of San Alejandro de La Habana, Cuba. His work has been exhibited in 15 solo and 40 collective shows, including SCOPE Miami Beach and the Havana Biennial.

5. Raciel Gomez Golpe is a graduate of Havana’s National Academy of Fine Arts “San Alejandro” and his works have been featured in large fine-art shows in Miami, Palm Beach, Puerto Rico, Bogota, Columbia, Moscow, and Houston. Gomez Golpe has received national awards in ceramics and painting, and his paintings are held in major collections across the globe. (marcoislandart.org) Untitled 1, Jose Luis Bermudez

The Curtain Rises at ARTIS—NAPLES “Intermission is over,” Kathleen van Bergen, CEO/President of Artis—Naples, announced in a September statement. Following a monthslong closure, “we believe we have found ways to safely allow our audiences to return once again to our cultural campus to enjoy the power of the visual and performing arts,” she added.

The organization’s enhanced safety protocols require that all patrons must observe social distancing, wear face masks, and have their temperature checked upon entry.

The Baker Museum is celebrating its twentieth anniversary and reopening to the general public with timed entries November 1. In honor of this milestone birthday, the museum is partnering with artist Dale Chihuly—whose works were on

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The Marco Island Center for the Arts is featuring the work of five Cuban-born artists in “Here and There,” on display through November 20. Get to know them below.

display when the museum opened Merletto Basket Set (Detail), Dale Chihuly, 2019, 10 x 16 x 10 inches in November 2000—on an exhibition entitled “Dreaming Forms: Chihuly The Naples Philharmonic Sypert Salon Then and Now,” which includes early and recent Series, Wang Chamber Music Series, and works presented inside and out. The Baker Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra All That Museum is also mounting “Subject Matters: Jazz Series will take place in Hayes Hall this Selections from the Permanent Collection,” season to accommodate social distancing.

“Rodin: Truth Form Life/Selections from the Iris Highlights from this month include a “Auric and B. Gerald Cantor Collections,” and “Magritte: and Shostakovich” chamber music concert Reflections of Another World, Paintings from the November 1, two All That Jazz performances Van Parys Family.” The latter features six works with vocalist Kenny Washington on November

by Belgian artist René Magritte that have never 4, and a Sypert Salon concert entitled been shown in North America and have not “Beethoven and His Influence” on November been exhibited in almost 50 years.

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FLASHBACK FUN

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MEMORABLE ARTS EVENTS FROM 2018 TO 2020: 1. Opera Naples, Opera in the Garden Benefit 2. Friends of Artist—Naples, Fashioning Influence Gala 3. Brenda Melton’s Birthday Celebration 4. Naples Art Association, For the Love of Art 5. Naples Art Association, For the Love of Art 6. SWFL Community Foundation, Visionaries of the Visual Arts Awards

1. Bruce Ford, Myra Daniels, Sandra and Reg Buxton 2. Altomease and Henry Kennedy 3. Paul and Nina Zotter 4. Kristine Meek, Juliana Meek 5. Marc Halcrow, Gregory Morrow, Bill Bruno, Jeff Jerome, Shane Kulick, Leslie Colantonio, Aimee Schlehr 6. Charles Marshall, Richard Tooke

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1. AND 2. HELEN WERNER/CHARLIE MCDONALD PHOTOGRAPHY 3. CHARLIE MCDONALD PHOTOGRAPHY 4. HELEN WERNER FOR CHARLIE MCDONALD PHOTOGRAPHY 5. BRIAN SZELIGA, CHARLIE MCDONALD PHOTOGRAPHY 6. NICK SHIRGHIO

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FREEZE FRAME GREAT ARTS EVENTS FROM 2018 TO 2020: 1. Marco Island Historical Society, Twenty-fifth Anniversary Gala 2. Paws Assistance Dogs for Veterans, Celebrity Martini Glass Auction 3. Brenda Melton’s Birthday Celebration 4. Naples Art Association, For the Love of Art 5. STARability Foundation, Reception for STAR store 1. Erin Wolfe Bell and Austin Bell 2. Frank and Tracey Grimm with Spirit 3. Charlie

1. VANDY MAJOR 2. TIM GIBBONS/CHARLIE MCDONALD PHOTOGRAPHY 3. CHARLIE MCDONALD PHOTOGRAPHY 4. HELEN WERNER FOR CHARLIE MCDONALD PHOTOGRAPHY 5. E. SUE HUFF

Daniels 4. Marie Christine St. Pierre, Craig Price 5. Madison McNally, Brett Cooney

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FAVORITE THINGS

Danny and Reagan Geschardt met in Naples almost 17 years ago and teamed up to paint a reproduction of Chagall’s Paris opera house ceiling for Richard D’Amico’s restaurant, Café Lurcat. Their artistic and romantic chemistry was undeniable, leading them to marry in 2005. Now the co-owners of Geschardt Art and Broome Street Studios are doting parents to two tweens and two twentysomethings. The family business entails selling the couple’s abstract paintings to fill spaces with fun, happy colors. They describe their vibe as a “relaxed island preppy style with a vintage flair.” This fall, the creative duo is opening a showroom off Fifth Avenue to highlight their vibrant artwork and a new line of tunics and caftans with block-printed fabrics. They draw endless inspiration from sunsets and historic downtown Third Street and say, “As artists we thrive for the sunlight, and Naples definitely supplies an abundance of that.”

Below, the Geschardts’ favorite places to…

MICHAEL CARONCHI

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AUDREY SNOW

JOHN EDER

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Bleu Provence

1. Grab lunch: The Dock or Bleu Provence 2. Meet for a business coffee: Tony’s Off Third 3. Sip cocktails: The Club Room 4. Buy flowers: The Garden District 5. Get a culture boost: The Naples Philharmonic 6. Do date night: The Ritz bar or The Turtle Club 7. Play sports: The Moorings for golf 8. Enjoy some pampering: We see Kate Carothers at Pure Hair Naples. —Christina Cush

Have a family outing: Campiello

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Buy art supplies: Art Emporium.

It’s also a great frame shop.

The Ritz bar

DON RIDDLE

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TIM GIBBONS PHOTOGRAPHY

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