Naples Illustrated March 2023

LIFE IN THE FAST LANE

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CONTENTS

MARCH 2023 | NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM FOR THE LATEST IN ALL THINGS LUXURY

FEATURES

108 FULL THROTTLE

Automotive entertainment’s leading lady Courtney Hansen lives life with the pedal to the metal

By Jane E. Enos

116 THE ART OF STYLE

Monochromatic looks with an artistic edge are trending for spring

Photography by Gabor Jurina

126 SET TO WIN

Junior tennis phenom Calvin Baierl swings toward his dream of going pro before adulthood

By Gaylene Salomons

130 TOPPING OFF CHARITY

A look at Naples Winter Wine Festival’s longtime local supporters

By Gaylene Salomons and Jane E. Enos

134 ELECTRIC WAVES

Our picks for 10 battery-powered watercraft wonders that offer smooth sailing and silent running

By Howard Walker

buying information, turn to page 189.

Gabriela Hearst blazer, pants; Valentino Garavani pumps; Cult Gaia clutch. For

DEPARTMENTS

38 OUR ADVISORY BOARD

42 FROM THE EDITOR

44 RSVP

Events with Charity for Change, David Lawrence

Centers for Behavioral Health, and more

INSIDER

59 SPOTLIGHT

Tablescaping tips from designer Charlotte Moss

60 AROUND TOWN

The latest from Nina Iser Jewish Cultural Center, Emillions Art, and more

64 FINDS

A selection of wild, animal-inspired items

STYLE

67 THE LOOK

Brands that give back, plus Greek goddess inspo

70 REAL TALK WITH...

Edgardo Osorio, creative director of Aquazzura

72 BIJOUX

Modern shoulder-duster earrings make their mark

RESIDE

77 AT HOME WITH...

The Landings residents Nina Van Arsdale and Lennox Berg

80 ROOM ROUNDUP

Essentials for creating extraordinary pools

86 INSPIRED LIVING

Three types of transformations for accent walls

88 ELEMENTS

Bamboo brings a taste of the tropics to decor

90 INTO THE OUTSIDE

Fabulous outdoor furniture ideal for Florida’s climate

REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION, CHARLOTTE

MOSS ENTERTAINS , RIZZOLI 2018

NICK SHIRGHIO

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ON THE COVER:

PHOTOGRAPHER: AUDREY SNOW OWEN

MODEL: COURTNEY HANSEN

LOCATION: PORT ROYAL, NAPLES

JOURNEYS

95 WANDERLUST

Experience the American West at ultra-luxe Amangiri

100 QUICK TRIPS

Onward to Orlando, two ways

102 HIGH ROAD

The driving force of Rimac Nevera’s electric hypercar

104 HIGH SEAS

Speed reigns supreme on Mystic Powerboats’ M5200

EAT + DRINK

143 DINING

Truluck’s delectable options for fish lovers

144 LOCAL BITES

Chef David Rashty, Irish Times Bar & Grill, and more

154 MINDFUL MIXOLOGIST

Spirits will soar with this pineapple-based aperitivo

BALANCE

157 POWER MOVES

The skinny on starting self-defense

158 HEALTH & WELLNESS

Optimizing caffeine intake, tips for hips, and more

162 LIVING WITH IVEY

The truth about toxins in everyday cleaning supplies

164 GOOD NATURE

The secrets to spring cleaning rituals for renewal

166 BEAUTY

Pampering bath products for hair, face, and body

168 WEALTH

Why we care about the carried interest loophole

SCENE

185 TOP BILLING

Culinary adventures with Naples Woman’s Club

186 CALENDAR

What to see and do this month

TAIL END

192 EASY BEING GREEN

Meet Bonnie, a 26-year-old military macaw

IRENE NEUWIRTH TRUNK SHOW MARCH 22 - 25

DreamHomeYOUR AWAITS

Senior Editor Allison Wolfe Reckson Associate Editor Gaylene Salomons Copy Editor Kelley Marcellus Dining Editor Gina Birch

Fashion Editor Katherine Lande

Automotive Editor Howard Walker

Travel Editor Paul Rubio

Web Editor Abigail Duffy

Social Media Manager Roxy Rooney

DESIGN

Senior Art Director Ashley Meyer

Art Directors Airielle Farley, Jenny Fernandez-Prieto Digital Imaging Specialist Leonor Alvarez-Maza

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Jules Aron, Tammy Fender, Patricia Janeway, Erika Klein, Kristen Desmond LeFevre, Ivey Leidy, Judy Martel, Liza Grant Smith, Mary Thurman Yuhas

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Nathan Coe, Gabor Jurina, Audrey Snow Owen, Nick Shirghio

SOCIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS

Mila Bridger, Tim Gibbons, Brian Jannsen, Rubin Torres, Dennis Wright

ADVERTISING

Account Managers Kathleen Beuttel, 239-298-7506, kbeuttel@naplesillustrated.com; Melissa Zolin Schwartz, 561-472-1922, mschwartz@palmbeachmedia.com; Deidre Wade, 561-472-1902, dwade@palmbeachmedia.com

Marketing Manager Rebecca Desir

PRODUCTION

Production Director Selene M. Ceballo

Production Manager Lourdes Linares

Digital Pre-Press Specialist George Davis

Advertising Design Coordinators Anaely J. Perez Vargas, Jeffrey Rey

Production Coordinator Ileana Caban

Digital Marketing Manager Tyler Sansone

OPERATIONS

Office Administrator, Naples Pamela Schultz

Accounting Specialist Mary Beth Cook

Accounts Receivable Specialist Ana Coronel

Distribution Manager Judy Heflin

Logistics Manager Omar Morales

Circulation Manager Marjorie Leiva

Circulation Assistant Britney Stinson

Circulation Promotions Manager David Supple

IT Manager Keith Gonzalez

SUBSCRIPTIONS

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Group Publisher Terry Duffy

Editorial Director Daphne Nikolopoulos Chief Operating Officer Todd Schmidt

In Memoriam Ronald J. Woods (1935-2013)

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OUR ADVISORY BOARD

SHELLY STAYER CHAIRWOMAN Johnsonville Foods, president/co-owner

DONNA MCGINNIS Naples Botanical Garden, president and CEO

MICHAEL WYNN Sunshine Ace Hardware, president

CHAD JENSEN Method & Concept, CEO/creative director

VICKI BAKER UBS Private Wealth Management, executive team assistant

CLAUDINE LEGER-WETZEL Stock Development, vice president, sales and marketing

BRENDA MELTON Celebrity Martini Glass Auction, founder

SHAWN MCCONNELL NCH Healthcare, marketing and communications director

ASHLEY DEWJI J.P. Morgan, vice president and private banker

ROLAND SCARPA

KARL ROUWHORST

JUDI TH LIEG EOIS

KEEPING IT LOCAL

March is one of my favorite months in Naples. Besides ideal weather, our “season” is still in full swing, with plenty of hustle and bustle still to be had within our great city. It’s a perfect time to celebrate Neapolitans, and that’s just what this issue sets out to do.

Our cover story features Courtney Hansen, who moved to Naples from Minnesota when she was just 11 years old. This driven, beautiful blonde has made bold moves to secure an impressive career in the entertainment industry. While she’s hosted well-known automotive television series, including Overhaulin’, Powerblock/Power Nation, Rides: Biggest Spenders, and several others, more recently, she’s shifted gears, expanding her work to include executive producing. Her latest enterprise—Ride of Your Life with Courtney Hansen, a reality docuseries—has received rave reviews and is one of MotorTrend’s top shows in prime time. Read more about Hansen’s career, her role as a devoted wife and mother, and how she likes to spend her days in Naples, starting on page 108.

Thankfully, our community brims with philanthropic organizations providing a range of services to those in need across Southwest Florida. One of the most noteworthy is the world-renowned Naples Winter Wine Festival, which was held just last month. The wine fest has raised more than $200 million since its inception in 2001. Most often, people buzz about the incredible vintners and chefs in town or the fabulous auction lots available. However, none of the grandeur would be possible without the help of some extremely committed local businesses, a handful of which we highlight beginning on page 130. Learn how some of your favorite local companies and establishments have stepped up to assist—time and time again.

In this issue, we’re thrilled to highlight a local junior tennis prodigy, Calvin Baierl. At just 15 years old, he is making his mark by smashing the competition. Baierl is guided by his coach, Nestor Nuñez, and supported by his parents, Susan and Lee. He’s ranked as the No. 1 player in Florida at present and has ambitions to turn pro before the age of 18. Commencing on page 126, read about Baierl’s exciting life in tennis, including his participation in international tournaments. He’s a force.

As a Naples-based magazine, we take great pride in covering remarkable individuals who live in our community, of which there is never a short supply. However, this issue in particular is dedicated to highlighting local businesses and people who are making a difference or who are setting themselves apart through their talents and contributions.

Here’s to loving our locals!

Jane E. Enos jenos@naplesillustrated.com

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JAMMING FOR THE KIDS

WHAT: Planting Seeds of Humanity Charity for Change Gala

WHERE: Hilton Naples

DETAILS: The Ben Allen Band, one of the biggest bands in Southwest Florida, had attendees clapping and dancing at an evening event that raised $365,000 to directly empower children to achieve their best by building a foundation of character, generosity, and gratitude.

MEDIA SPONSOR: Naples Illustrated

1. Fred and Martha Kohnke, Ben Allen 2. Liz and Ben Buemi, Rick Schwartz, Karen Conley 3. Marcus and Jearim Palm 4. Lou Traina, Brigid Soldavini-Clapper 5. Jo Gallico 6. Brian and Sonya Sawyer

7. Jane Enos, Ben Allen, Kathy Beuttel, Meegan Wyatt

8. Ryan and Sanya Lolly 9. Kathy and Eric Feinstein, Joe and Merrylee Kandel 10. John and Tara Rosenberg

RECORD-BREAKING DAY ON THE COURSE

WHAT: Chip in for DLC

2022 Golf Tournament

WHERE: Quail Creek Country Club, Naples

DETAILS: David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health (DLC) hosted its ninth annual golf tournament, raising a record-breaking $75,000; players enjoyed an afternoon on the course and participated in skills challenges, raffles, a silent auction, and an awards reception.

Karen and Richard Whitney 9. Joshua Leppo, Stephanie Ahasic, Scott Burgess 10. Patrick Dearborn, Andrew Regenhard

1. Kyle Sesslar, J.P. Bratcher, Phoebe Wise, Kyle Mordew 2. Hank Balevander, Ken Rapp, Sandy Diamond, Larry Leppo 3. Josh Burgess, Stephanie Ahasic, Al Burgess, Scott Burgess, Joshua Leppo, Ray Sentner 4. Robert Magrann, Scott Burgess 5. Asaf Aleem, Amber and Mike Hentz, Joe Ducey 6. Stephanie Ahasic, Butch Moore, Joshua Leppo 7. Pledging allegiance 8.

SIPPING AND SAMPLING TO RAISE FUNDS

WHAT: Eleventh annual Brew Ha Ha

WHERE: Mercato, Naples

DETAILS: Under clear skies and brisk temperatures, festival attendees sampled more than 60 microbrews, with a special focus on Florida breweries, to raise $30,000 for Pace Center for Girls, Collier at Immokalee.

1. Tiana Mallory, Marianne Kearns, Wimberly Raban

2. Event attendees enjoy sips and samples 3. Ankrolab Brewing Company 4. Chris and Nicole Durden, Jacqueline Peregrin, Corey Purcell, Shante Pemberton, Garrett Kersey

5. Irene Correa, Demetria Rolle

6. On the lawn 7. Theresa Ursitti, Barbara Roth

8. Amanda Sabarese, Tori Sabarese, Brianne Sabarese 9. Holly Weseman, Breene Ward

10. West Wave Band

This is Your Year

This is your place in the sun

MILESTONE ANNIVERSARY

WHAT: Anniversary Celebration

WHERE: The Collective Naples

DETAILS: Kurtz Homes

Naples celebrated its fortieth anniversary with family and fellow businesses from The Collective. Founded in 1982 by father-son team Ron and Randy Kurtz, Kurtz Homes shares the reins with a new generation of the Kurtz family, continuing the legacy of the company founded 40 years ago.

1. Anita and Don Ingle, Joe Broussard 2. Charlie Gendron, Randy Kurtz, Kelly and John DeAngelis 3. Blake Doeringsfeld, Kristin Larson, Meghan Fitzgerald

4. Jessica Sabau, Shannon Bizga, Malissa Terrell-Varner 5. Kim and Randy Kurtz, Nancy Kurtz, Elizabeth Kurtz Isbell, Carolyn and David Gordon 6. Sarah White, Alexandra Robison 7. John Cooney, Sharon Gilkey, Carrie Cooney

8. Elizabeth Kurtz Isbell, Shawn Foust, Rachael Johnston 9. Gabriella Acosta and Angela Orsini

GREAT FUTURES START HERE

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DETAILS:

1. Laurien Batrucio, Courteney Lindsey 2. Presenting an art project at the Great Futures kickoff

3. Jennifer Nelson, Maamideede Hudson, Beth Sterchi 4. Ron Schlechtweg, Lea Smith 5. Dance performance at the Great Futures kickoff 6. Dan and Barbra Melvin 7. Flint Lane, Megan McCarthy Beauvais, Mary Osborn 8. Tour of Nichols Campus 9. Amanda Curbelo, Robert Paul 10. Reading to supporters at the Great Futures kickoff

Boys

Girls

of Collier County’s annual fundraising campaign

Nichols Campus, Naples

Supporters enjoyed snacks prepared by members of the club’s junior culinary program, guided campus tours, and opportunities to watch a youth dance performance, examine artwork, and learn about the club’s array of educational activities.

CELEBRATING THE NEW FOUR-PAWED CADETS

WHAT: Santa PAWS

Golden PAWS Assistance

Dogs annual fundraiser

WHERE: The Ken & Susan Meyer Center for Golden PAWS Assistance Dogs, Naples

DETAILS: Volunteers were celebrated and introduced to the new cadets at the annual fundraising event for the nonprofit that promotes independence for combat-wounded veterans, first responders, and children with lifechanging disabilities.

1. Scott and LuAnn Morris 2. Craig and Elizabeth Layton with Palmer

3. Michelle and Luca D'Agostino, Merrylee and Joseph Kandel with Woody 4. Susan Simmons, Judy Auer 5. Gregg Sjoquist with a new puppy 6. Mary Farrell, Bob Young

7. Mary Chaffee with Liberty

8. Jeannie Bates, Daniel Doerr, Tiffany Campbell, Marcy Doerr

9. Kyle Reed, Susan and Ken Meyer

10. Rita Rosser with a new puppy

11. Don and Patricia Altorfer

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THE INSIDE TRACK TO NEAPOLITAN LIVING

GUEST OF HONOR

Known for her timeless aesthetic, layered interiors, Southern warmth, and keen eye, designer Charlotte Moss will address attendees at this year’s signature fundraising event for The League Club—Naples Tables: “Fun Fabulous Festive!”—taking place March 7-8 at The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón.

This tablescaping spectacular showcases lavish, creative designs from interior designers, boutique shop owners, florists, party planners, and other imaginative individuals and businesses from Southwest Florida and beyond. The funds raised allow The League Club, founded in 1986, to continue its mission of strengthening the community through grants to nonprofit organizations that address food scarcity, health care, education, the arts, and emergency shelter.

With more than 37 years in the design industry, Moss lectures internationally and is an author. For tips on how to create a dinner table that’s memorable and enjoyable, turn the page and read an excerpt from one of her 11 books: Charlotte Moss Entertains (leagueclub.org) –Gaylene Salomons

Charlotte Moss Brings Beauty to the Dinner Table

As a designer and someone who believes that we should make every effort to make our surroundings as beautiful as possible, I find that with minimal effort we can bring beauty to the dinner table. It does not matter what you decide to use in setting your table; the key is to make the time and do it neatly and thoughtfully. Time spent at the table should be pleasant, making us look forward to the next meal and the chance to spend time together. The dining table is the single piece of furniture in the house where we gather together not just for nourishment but also for conversation and companionship, a place where we gather to celebrate special occasions and to continue family traditions.

—reprinted with permission, Charlotte Moss Entertains, Rizzoli 2018

NINA ISER JEWISH CULTURAL CENTER

With more than 10,000 individuals making up the Greater Naples Jewish community, there was a growing need for a central place to connect. The Nina Iser Jewish Cultural Center, a 20,000-square-foot building outfitted with conference rooms, offices, flexible seating, and a caterer’s kitchen, officially opened earlier this year on the Temple Shalom campus. The center will serve young children, families, and seniors with educational, social, leisure, recreational, and philanthropic programs.

Architect James Knafo and Wegman Design Group, both of Naples, created a warm and inviting space that focuses on meaningful symbolism. The large community room opens to a courtyard where a nine-branched candelabrum sculpture by artist David Hess of Baltimore, Maryland, is mounted to an outside wall. Meaningful abstract art throughout the year, the Chanukiah will be lit for community

Hanukkah celebrations. Anne Schuchman donated the sculpture in honor of her late husband, Larry Schuchman, who passed while the cultural center was being planned and funds were being raised.

“I wanted to donate something to remember him,” remarks Anne, who says Larry was instrumental in organizing Hanukkah celebrations in their home community of Mediterra every year. “In 2023, the center will host its first community-wide Hanukkah celebration,” adds Anne.

Various mezuzahs containing small parchments inscribed with scriptures are affixed to the center’s doorways, marking it as a holy place. To symbolize

the Western Wall, Jerusalem marble was featured in several places; there is even an abstract Star of David in the massive ceiling of the community room. Soaring royal palm trees lining the entrance to the center represent the 12 tribes of Israel.

It took “five years of planning and dreaming,” explains Jeffrey D. Feld, president and CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples. Feld notes that the center was made possible through the support of both donors and the community and says that local organizations will be able to use the building to celebrate their Jewish heritage while solidifying a sense of cultural pride through ongoing activities. (jewishnaples.org) —G.S.

ANNE SCHUCHMAN

INSIDER

Naples Pier Masterpiece

There is perhaps no other landmark in Naples as iconic as the Naples Pier.

Initially constructed in 1889 to service a newly built hotel, the original Naples Pier spanned 600 feet and was used primarily for loading and unloading passengers and freight. Over the years hurricanes ravaged the pier in 1910, 1926, 1935, and 1940; a cigarette fire in 1922 also took it down. Repeated damage meant stricter building standards over the years. In 1960, Hurricane Donna decimated the pier and the hotel. The hotel never reopened, but the pier did.

Hurricane Ian brought the latest destruction in the fall of 2022. In response, Emillions Art, a Naples gallery, announced a community-wide art-driven fundraiser to celebrate the strength and resilience of Naples following Hurricane Ian. The gallery will partner with photo-mosaic artist Robin Austin to create an iconographic masterpiece of the treasured landmark.

Austin, a respected English artist, known for his photographic mosaic artwork, will create the final piece of artwork from more than an anticipated 2,000 photo submissions that will ultimately form the mosaic tiles.

Only 100 limited edition prints will be produced; 80 will be sold, and 20 percent of the proceeds will both help support families of first responders following difficult times and benefit City of Naples community restoration projects. Another 18 of the prints will be auctioned off with 100 percent of the proceeds going toward the same causes. The remaining two commemorative works will be donated and presented to the City of Naples and the Naples Fire Station No. 1 for display at their respective downtown sites.

Those wishing to participate in this project can submit a photo for consideration, purchase a limited-edition print when available, or simply make a contribution. (emillionspierproject.org.) —G.S.

NAPLES CHILDREN & EDUCATION FOUNDATION WELCOMES NEW TRUSTEES

NICK SHIRGHIO

WITH EXTENSIVE, SUCCESSFUL, AND VARIED BACKGROUNDS, AS WELL AS A PASSION FOR PHILANTHROPY, THREE COUPLES WERE RECENTLY WELCOMED AS NEW TRUSTEES TO THE NAPLES CHILDREN & EDUCATION FOUNDATION (NCEF). THEY INCLUDE LIN AND HERB HENKEL, CINDY AND SAM SCALISE, AND BETSY RYAN AND PATRICK ZENNER.

IN THEIR NEW ROLES, THE COUPLES WILL SUPPORT NCEF’S VISION OF MAKING A PROFOUND AND SUSTAINING DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF UNDERPRIVILEGED CHILDREN IN COLLIER COUNTY.

“OUR NEWEST TRUSTEES BRING IMPRESSIVE AND DIVERSE BACKGROUNDS, WHICH WILL CONTRIBUTE GREATLY TO THE BROAD RANGE

OF EXPERTISE AMONG OUR OTHER TRUSTEES,” SAYS VALERIE BOYD, NCEF CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD. “EACH OF THEM ALSO IS A PAST PATRON OF THE NAPLES WINTER WINE FESTIVAL AND SHARES A DEEP AND SINCERE COMMITMENT TO SUPPORTING A WIDE ARRAY OF CHARITABLE CAUSES IN THE COMMUNITY.” (NAPLESWINEFESTIVAL.COM) —G.S.

Robin Austin (left) will collaborate with Emillions Art to create an iconographic masterpiece of the Naples Pier.

FINDS

Walk on the WILD SIDE

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CALL OF THE WILD

When you want to get comfy and cozy, crawl under a faux fur wolf throw ($299) or prop your feet up on a faux fur wolf pouf ($299). Arhaus, Naples (arhaus.com)

HANG IN THERE

Your wall becomes an entirely different animal when you mount this chic pair of black forest antlers ($165) to it. Jett Thompson Home, Naples (jettthompson.com)

JUNGLE LOVE

These vibrantly colored acrylic trays lend luster and life to any room: pink tiger tray ($312) and pink leopard vanity tray ($87). Lantz Collective, Naples (lantzcollective.com)

OUT OF AFRICA

Pop a zebra shade ($60) on a crystal stalagmite-based lamp ($1,029) for a glamorous lighting option. Naples Lamp Shop (napleslamp shoponline.com)

FEELING BUTTERFLIES

A butterfly candy bowl ($250) provides a cheerful, vivid way to make a statement. Lantz Collective, Naples (lantzcollective.com)

COME FLY WITH ME

Drift away in the rattan Lasso lounge chair ($5,500) created by Kenneth Cobonpue, who masterfully integrates nature into his artistic designs. Duo Designs & Showroom, Naples (duodesignsand showroom.com)

PELAGIC POSSESSIONS

Barnacle-covered bottles (medium $75; large $95) add a dash of whimsy to coastal home decor. Jett Thompson Home, Naples (jettthompson.com)

Leopards roam freely on these circular pink placemats ($28). Lantz Collective, Naples (lantz collective.com)

ANIMATED AESTHETIC

Let a diverse herd of pillows rest on your couch or oversize chair: large woolly square pillow ($375), zebra skin with natural linen backing pillow ($420), and zebra print linen pillow ($225). Jett Thompson Home, Naples (jettthompson.com)

EXOTIC SPECIES

Ward off danger with Handbags’ genuine pythonskin evil eye minaudière in fuchsia ($395) or yellow python-skin oval dynami minaudière ($450) with horn clasp Casanova Boutique, Naples (casanovashowroom.com)

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SUPPORT CHARITIES WHILE STAYING STYLISH WITH BRANDS THAT GIVE BACK

BY KATHERINE LANDE

1. Spes goddess pendant with diamonds set in 18-karat gold ($9,300), Faraone Mennella, Via Coquina, viacoquina.com, a portion of proceeds will benefit the Hope for Depression Research Foundation. | 2. Handmade jewelry (prices start at $19.50), Oiya, shopoiya.com, each Oiya purchase feeds a child for a day through the charitable organization ShareTheMeal. | 3. Everglades Foundation collection (prices vary), J.McLaughlin, jmclaughlin.com, a portion of sales will benefit the Everglades Foundation’s Everglades Literacy Program and efforts to restore and protect the greater Everglades ecosystem. | 4. Bombé ring with rock crystal and hammered gold ($25,000), David Webb, Macklowe Gallery, macklowegallery.com, Macklowe Gallery has teamed up with the Promise Fund of Florida to fight breast and cervical cancer, with 10 percent of proceeds benefiting the organization.

5. Online collection (prices vary), Veronica Beard, veronicabeard.com, proceeds from every online order through the end of March will benefit the Jed Foundation, which protects emotional health and prevents suicide for American teens and young adults. | 6. Pickleball paddles ($110 each), J.McLaughlin, jmclaughlin.com, 15 percent of proceeds from the pink paddles and special in-store and pop-up events will benefit Play for P.I.N.K., a fundraising organization dedicated to breast cancer research and supporting patients. | 7. Assorted pajamas (prices start at $78), Trousseau, trousseaulinens.com, 100 percent of proceeds will benefit underprivileged children and their families through the Little Lighthouse Foundation.

THE LOOK

GOOD GODDESS

GLAMOUR RETURNS WITH FASHION THAT FOSTERS YOUR INNER GREEK GOD

BY KATHERINE LANDE

HAVE A BALL Fana top-handle bag ($898), Cult Gaia, cultgaia.com

MOUNT OLYMPUS

Spring/Summer

2023 metal bracelet ($4,875), Chanel, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples, chanel.com

GOLD STANDARD Gold napa leather sandals ($590), Michael Kors Collection, michael kors.com

ANCIENT HISTORY

Dionysus metallic lizard small shoulder bag ($6,200), Gucci, Naples, gucci.com

OCEAN GEMS

Large pearl collar necklace ($1,650), Dior, dior.com

ROUND AND ROUND

Sculpted

STYLE NOTES X

MIXED METALS: Shine brightly with both gold and silver.

DETAIL ORIENTED: Wear the look with serpent or oversize pearl accents.

GO LOW:

Opt for a metallic or embellished flat for evening.

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A wardrobe classic never fades with a one-shoulder diaphanous gown.

COME SLITHER

Mini crystal dust tote ($4,850), Bulgari, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples, saksfifthavenue.com

LITTLE LIFT

Cleo flat gray jewel sandals ($1,490), René Caovilla, renecaovilla.com

David Yurman, davidyurman.com

cable hoop earrings in sterling silver and gold ($1,350),

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You were born in Colombia and raised between Miami and London. How has your worldly upbringing influenced your designs?

Aquazzura is a combination of all the cultures, cities, and experiences that have made my life. Everything I see and everywhere I travel affect my design and nurtures my soul. Diana Vreeland used to say, “The eye has to travel,” and I couldn’t agree more. Aquazzura is an Italian brand with a Latin soul that keeps evolving.

What does the name Aquazzura mean to you?

The name Aquazzura comes from the words “acqua” and “azzurra,” which means blue water in Italian. I’ve always been in love with the sea and the sun and wanted the name of my brand to both evoke my love for Italy and to remind me of Capri and all the sunny places by the water that I used to escape to during the winter. It is a name that expresses freedom and new dolce vita style.

You’re introducing new shoe styles for Spring/Summer 2023. What was the inspiration for the collection?

Edgardo Osorio

The founder and creative director of Aquazzura reveals the origins of his global perspective

BY KATHERINE LANDE

doing unexpected combinations like raffia with crystals, to give natural materials a luxe touch. Also, I wanted to introduce new heel shapes, creating … the Twist heel in gold-plated metal that is designed to elegantly steal the show. The heel was inspired by ’70s furniture, whose lines I find sensual and elegant.

Tell us about the new handbag collection debuting this spring. After 10 years of creating shoes, it felt like the right time to branch out into handbags. I wanted the design of the bags to be recognizable and powerful enough that no logo is needed. The day bags are versatile, meant to be worn from day to night, and defined by a timeless elegance. Materials are carefully selected for their premium quality, flexibility, and elegance—from buttery napa to raffia, from laminated leathers to luxurious exotic croco prints and satin. The color palette enhances the personality of the collection, with bright, glossy hues of emerald green, Ibiza blue, and sunflower yellow jewel alongside timeless black, camel, and white, and dégradé sunset shades with a gilded metallic sheen.

You’ve partnered with luxury brands across all spectrums of design. If you could collaborate with anyone, who would it be and what would you create?

looked at wonderful pictures [by]

Patrick Demarchelier of island life.

For the Resort and the Spring/ Summer 2023 collections I was inspired by Caribbean living. I looked at wonderful pictures [by] Slim Aarons, Richard Avedon, and Patrick Demarchelier of island life.

From the Bahamas to St. Barths, I love the colors of the tropics and the relaxed lifestyle. I love

I love collaborations as they are a way to learn and create new, unexpected things and brainstorm with other creative people. There are so many that I would love to do that it’s hard to choose one. In fashion, I think it would be great to collaborate with Chanel to create sexy shoes, but in the Chanel spirit. In art, I would have loved to work with Claude Lalanne. I love his sculptures and find them elegant, modern, and timeless.

ate sexy shoes, but in the Chanel would have loved elegant, modern, and timeless.

Aquazzura’s Spring/ Summer 2023 shoe styles and new handbag collection take inspiration from the colors and relaxed lifestyle of the Caribbean.

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MODERN SHOULDER DUSTERS GO BEYOND THE STRAIGHT AND NARROW

BY MARY MURRAY

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1. WRECKING BALL Katherine Jetter cage drop earrings with diamonds set in 18-karat gold, $7,900. Marissa Collections, Naples (marissacollections.com)

2. STARDUST Graziela earrings with diamonds set in 18-karat gold, $19,950. Marissa Collections, Naples (marissacollections.com)

3. THREE OF A KIND Provident Jewelry chandelier earrings with diamonds set in 18-karat white gold and platinum, $175,000. Provident Jewelry, Naples (providentjewelry.com)

4. FRUIT PUNCH Eden Presley statement earrings with mixed tourmalines and diamonds set in 14-karat gold, $8,995. Shannon Green Collection, Naples (shannongreen.com)

5. HOLD YOUR HORSES Sig Ward Manifest earrings with pearls and diamonds set in 14-karat gold, $5,780. (sigwardjewelry.com)

6. OPULENT OVALS Anita Ko Hudson pear diamond drop earrings with diamonds set in 18-karat white gold, $6,775. Marissa Collections, Naples (marissacollections.com)

7. BLUE BLOOD Cicada chandelier earrings with aquamarine and diamonds set in platinum, $13,200. (cicadajewelry.com)

8. MORNING DEW Guita M floral drop earrings with aquamarine and white agate set in 18-karat gold, $10,200. (guitam-jewelry.com)

9. DROPS OF JUPITER Misahara Plima drop earrings with pink tourmalines and diamonds set in 18-karat rose gold, $3,300. (misahara.com)

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DESIGN AND DECOR FOR LUXURIOUS LIVING IN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA

AT HOME WITH...

Nina Van Arsdale and Lennox Berg

TOGETHER TIME AND MEANINGFUL MOMENTS MAKE A PLACE SPECIAL

BY GAYLENE SALOMONS | PHOTOGRAPHY BY NICK SHIRGHIO

Born and raised in Naples, Nina Van Arsdale graduated from Naples High School in 1996 and left home to study fine art at Flagler College in St. Augustine. After earning her degree, Van Arsdale moved to New York City to work for Cynthia Rowley, an American fashion designer who created the quirky yet fun eponymous global lifestyle brand.

After working in New York for a short while and following a visit to Los Angeles, Van Arsdale decided she wanted to move to the West

Coast; an opportunity to run the Cynthia Rowley store in L.A. made for an easy transition.

Often surrounded by other young creatives in both her work and free time, Van Arsdale met the founder of a nascent brand of crueltyfree cosmetics—Smashbox. Intrigued by the brand, she decided she wanted to work with them; although the company did not have a position for her, nor a salary, Van Arsdale agreed to help out free of charge. After a successful launch, Van Arsdale eventually be -

came the head of public relations for the company and was instrumental in organizing and producing worldwide events for many years.

One of her more memorable opportunities with Smashbox was when she ordered a vintage white Cadillac convertible—on eBay—to be used in a cross-country brand awareness campaign. The car was decorated in bright lips and made stops in cities throughout the United States, promoting a red lipstick launch.

On a Christmas visit home in pre-pandemic times, Van Arsdale conversed with her former stepmom, Karen Van Arsdale, about her future. Karen, a longtime Naples resident and real estate agent, invited Nina to work with her and move back to Naples. Nina mulled over the option presented by Karen, ultimately declining. “It’s not easy to make a career change in your 40s,” she says. Plus, she and her then husband had a young daughter, Lennox, to consider.

In early 2020, the rapid advancement of the coronavirus forced changes within the Smashbox company. After a few months

trying to adjust to staffing shifts, Nina decided she was ready to “come home.” The cross-country move was orchestrated from California, and Nina fortunately found a home, then under construction, in The Landings neighborhood, nestled in a golf course community in the heart of Naples and within walking distance to Gordon River Greenway Park and Baker Park.

Although she had to make many design decisions from afar, Nina was able to create a comfortable home for Lennox, herself, and their two dogs—Remi and Arlo. Just over 3,000 square feet in size, the contemporary home offers single-level living with high ceilings. Crisp white walls and cabinets provide a fitting canvas for Nina’s eclectic and colorful collection of art and memorabilia, which includes a painting of her grandmother and great aunt that was secreted away in a closet for years, a prized Andy Warhol polaroid, and a large photo of Jane Fonda, taken by celebrity photographer and founder of Smashbox—Davis Factor. Other notable works of art include photography by Julie Blackmon, whose

From inset: Nina Van Arsdale and her daughter, Lennox Berg, enjoy spending quality time in the primary bathroom of their home; the guest bath with vibrant wallpaper.

style Nina describes as “tongue-in-cheek Norman Rockwell”; paintings by Donald Robertson, whom Nina collaborated with on projects at Smashbox; and vibrant, playful works by Chicago-based artist Kristi Kohut.

Although she says she misses L.A. terribly, Nina is now focused on spending her time creating special moments and memories for her and her daughter.

When asked where they most enjoy hanging out in their home, Nina chuckles and admits “the bathroom is a bit of a sanctuary for us both—where we are disconnected from devices. It gives us quality time to catch up and laugh with one another.” Although she loves the lively wallpaper in her guest bathroom, the primary bath is a favorite room.

While the bath water draws, Lennox likes to perch on a porcelain elephant stool that Nina remembers sitting on at her grandmother’s house when she was young. Bath time is spent discussing their respective

days. From this same beloved bathroom, Lennox, who is already showing an affinity for makeup artistry, often practices on her mom’s face in front of a large mirror.

Another popular room is the den, where an emerald-green velveteen sofa provides

the perfect spot for mother and daughter to read favorite story books together.

Ultimately, wherever they are, Nina says: “The time that I have with her is so important. I try to make sure that our moments together are meaningful.” «

The den provides an ideal spot for Nina and Lennox to read favorite story books together.

ROOM ROUNDUP

Backyard Indulgences

POSH POOLS MAKE THE PERFECT SPLASH

BY MARY THURMAN YUHAS

Humans have been dipping, splashing, and soaking in assorted sized and shaped bowls of water since the beginning of time. One of the world’s earliest known was built in the Indus Valley in the lost city of Mohenjo-daro. Excavated in the early twentieth century, the large pool, constructed of baked brick, was found in present-day Pakistan and dates from 3300 BC to 1300 BC. The public reservoir was most likely used for religious functions, such as purification and renewal, according to worldatlas.com. Fast forward some 5,000 years, and we see that most pools are now used for recreational purposes. In Southwest Florida, they are ubiquitous in backyards.

If you are building an in-ground pool or updating an existing one, there are numerous enhancements to explore before diving into your project—from unique tile options to infinity edges and sun shelves. Choose laminar jets—perfectly arched rods of water, often in varying colors, to delight the eye; place fire features in strategic locales, in the form of tables or pots, to set a dramatic scene; or incorporate scuppers to bring water from one section of the pool to another, adding variety (and sound effects) to the overall design. And don’t forget the bubbles—in fountain form of course.

What else makes a pool extraordinary? Hear from a mix of local interior designers, builders, and architects who share their aquatic creations and the elements that make them unique.

A POOL WITH A VIEW

Beasley & Henley Interior Design

The dominant attribute of this home in the Estuary at Grey Oaks is the fabulous golf course and estuary view as seen from the open and inviting outdoor living area complete with a spectacular pool. From Beasley & Henley Interior Design, this saltwater stunner includes a sun deck, perfect for young children and pets, with in-water lounge chairs. A series of nine scuppers allow water to flow into a smaller pool adjacent to the larger one,

FAMILYFRIENDLY DESIGN

This family-centric pool attached to a home in the Mediterra community is uniquely different. Scott Windham, principal landscape architect and owner at Windham Studio, and builder Harwick Homes proposed this family-inspired pool for their clients. A saltwater pool 4 feet in depth surrounds a circular island; teak decking, chosen for comfort and durability, provides the seating. Colorful cushions add pizzazz. The custom inset firepit is illuminated in the evening by rope lighting along the perimeter of the seat.

“With four married daughters, five grandchildren, and more in the foreseeable future, this

which provides a constant trickling noise. Lights within the pool change color depending on the mood or celebration, while ample seating surrounds this turquoise paradise.

“Most of my clients want the same thing … to have a relaxing respite from their busy lives and enjoy the time they can with friends and family in a stylish and comfortable setting,” notes Troy Beasley, principal designer for the design firm. (beasleyandhenley.com)

growing family’s recreational activities center around the pool. This design provides an exciting, resort-like area for all to convene, with multiple conversation areas that allow for watchful eyes on the children in every direction,” explains Sherri DuPont, president and principal owner at Collins DuPont Design Group, which realized the pool design for the homeowners. (collins-dupont.com)

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GROUND WELL-COVERED

The Lykos Group

This large, luxurious resort-style pool on a generously sized lot next to a canal on Marco Island, built by The Lykos Group, is what today’s buyers are seeking. Enhancements include a sun shelf, bubblers in the pool, shell stone coping, glass tile, and an oversize spa. The edge of the infinity pool frames the home’s outdoor living area; synthetic turf outlines the pool. A popular item in new homes, the simulated grass has several practical benefits. It remains cool, is less slippery than natural grass, is a deterrent to insects, and is low maintenance.

“The buyers have grandchildren and a dog, so they increased the amount of artificial turf,” explains Brittney Mendez, interior designer at The Lykos Group. “We have a lot of requests for it. In the right place, it highlights the area.” (lykosgroup.com)

FLOATING ON THE BAY

MHK Architecture & Planning

Creating his own pool—aided by Custom Pools of Naples, as well as Phil McHenry, project manager, and Christian Andrea, principal, of Architectural Land Design—was very special for Matthew Kragh, president at MHK Architecture & Planning.

An artistic masterpiece, almost the entire saltwater pool is surrounded by an infinity edge, conveying the illusion that Naples Bay flows into the back of his family home. The very shallow backyard area—initially a negative—created an opportunity to include a fire feature and seating area at the dock level, which is deftly hidden behind the pool’s waterline.

“Once the sun starts to set, the pool area behind our house is pure magic. Words cannot describe the beauty and serenity with the vibrant colors, lighting, fire features, Ipe wood deck, and of course, a perfect backdrop,” shares Kragh. (mhkarchitecture.com)

CAPTIVATING CONTOURS

Wright Interior Group

Situated on Naples Bay in Port Royal, this intriguing, well-curved infinity-edge pool fills the backyard, creating a private oasis. Glass mosaic tile covers all 2,700 square feet of the saltwater pool that snakes around and contrasts the very linear, measured edges of the corresponding home. Shell stone decking seamlessly matches the all-white pool coping. Palm trees nestled into built-in planters at the pool’s edge add greenery and color.

“With three lounging areas—one with a 10-foot movable umbrella available when the sun gets too hot— lava rock fire features, a sunken spa, and a floating stepping-stone walkway, we achieved the resort feeling the client wanted from the start,” says Nan Wright, principal and CEO of Wright Interior Group. (wrightinterior.com)

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DYNAMIC & DRAMATIC

Diamond Custom Homes

Across the street from the Gulf of Mexico backing up to the Intracoastal Waterway in Bonita Springs, this Hickory Beach home built by Diamond Custom Homes features a pool with a striking waterfall feature. The home’s main living area is on the second level; the first is home to a garage and a storage space. The pool was elevated to the second floor allowing the homeowners to walk directly from their living space into the pool area. Water cascades off an infinity edge, producing a soothing waterfall. The water hugs a 14-foot, blue-tiled wall and then collects in a hidden trough on ground level where it is then recycled back to the pool.

“You don’t often see a pool on the second floor,” says Michael Diamond, president of Diamond Custom Homes. “It is a bit of an engineering feat and speaks to the quality of the home.” (diamondcustomhomesfl.com)

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INSPIRED LIVING

Off the Walls

WE SPOTLIGHT THREE WAYS TO TRANSFORM AN UNINSPIRED ACCENT WALL INTO A CONVERSATION STARTER

BY LIZA GRANT SMITH

A WALL MURAL

Murals create an instant focal point in a space. While wallpaper continues to trend, murals present an opportunity to go bigger and bolder. They can depict everything from florals and botanicals to landscapes and exotic environs, meaning they’re an easy and elegant way to bring the outdoors in. In contrast to traditional wallpaper, which offers a seamlessly repeating print, wall murals contain scenes in panels. Adhesion methods, finishes, and sizes vary, so be sure to do your research to ensure you select the best option for your desired result. Naples-based Daisy Bennett Designs, the brainchild of wallpaper designer Jaima Emmert, boasts a gorgeous collection of wallpaper murals. Peruse the website for options and then contact Barley’s Wallcoverings & Interiors in Naples at 239-262-6049 to order.

A GREEN WALL

While people’s affinity for biophilic design (which centers around incorporating natural elements into indoor spaces) started well before COVID-19, the quarantine and post-pandemic fallout spurred an uptick in its popularity. A prime example of this is green walls. Once reserved for hotel lobbies and luxe shopping plazas, green walls are now popping up in home interiors. The Naples-based team at Bee Art creates unique living walls, moss walls, and artificial green walls for indoor and outdoor spaces. While faux designs are the best option for those who lack a green thumb, moss walls are also attractive as they don’t require any watering or sunlight. In addition to having inherent acoustic properties, moss walls are versatile and can be accented with wood or stone to add texture. (beeartgreenwall.com)

3D WALL PANELS

The idea of 3D wall panels is new to many. Essentially, it involves covering a wall with a decorative material that has three-dimensional surface patterns. These panes create instant dimension and texture in a more minimalistic way. Materials range from wood, metal, and glass to plant fibers and plastic, and aesthetics run the gamut from traditional to contemporary. Depending on your choice of material, many can be primed and painted in just about any hue. Originally from Poland, the husband-and-wife team of Mariusz and Justyna Dejcz bring a European artisan craftsman perspective to Luxe Surface Design Studio, the company they established in Naples in 2016. They work with designers and architects to determine the ideal material and color for a particular space, with the goal of creating an eye-catching final product. (luxesurfacedesignstudio.com)

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HANG IN THE BALANCE

A gorgeous marriage of form and function, Wildwood’s bamboo chandelier ($1,907) offers six-light illumination in a chinoiserie frame. International Design Source, Naples (ids1.com)

ELEMENTS

BAMBOOZLED!

IMPART A TONY TASTE OF THE TROPICS WITH DECOR MADE FROM AND INSPIRED BY BAMBOO

BY LIZA GRANT SMITH

UPON REFLECTION

The sophisticated shape and modern detailing of this Two’s Company bamboo mirror ($340) make it a glam way to accent an underperforming console. Summerfields, Naples (summerfields naples.com)

TABLE MANNERS

Effortlessly chic and fresh, Pomegranate’s block-printed napkins ($56 for set of four) feature a geometric bamboo pattern. A Mano, Naples (amano.bz)

SIDE GIG

NATURAL BEAUTY

Designer Susan Bay of Bay Design Store looked to nature when sourcing pieces and materials for this relaxing retreat. “Airy, textured linen draperies, pillows, and upholstery add a softness to this inviting porch overlooking the Gulf of Mexico,” Bay says. “The rustic stone table, rich coffee-colored wood floors, and natural textures in the rattan chairs and bamboo woven wood shades create a timeless, organic aesthetic that complements the view.” Naples (baydesignstore.com)

Easily garnering the award for best supporting actor, this bamboo side table ($2,994) by Modern History will be a welcome addition to your interior design cast. Interiors by Agostino’s, Naples (interiorsbyagostinos.com)

RIMMING WITH CONFIDENCE

The bamboo trim on Juliska’s dinnerware (priced by piece) exudes a casual elegance that can be dressed up or down. Fabec Young & Company, Naples (fabecyoungcompany.com)

BARREL OF FUN

PASSPORT TO STYLE

Charlotte Moss’ travels to Tanzania inspired the hand-painted bamboo trellis pillow ($279) she created in collaboration with Eastern Accents Alison Craig Home Furnishings, Naples (alisoncraighome.com)

An airy take on the traditional barrel chair, the Brody chair ($840) from Made Goods pairs a bamboo frame with a double-rail back and handwoven rattan. Gattle’s, Naples (gattles.com)

INTO THE OUTSIDE

EMBRACING OUTDOOR LIVING

FUNCTIONAL AND BEAUTIFUL FURNITURE MAKES IT EFFORTLESS

BY GAYLENE SALOMONS

In Southwest Florida, where the lanai is another large room in your home and a pool is considered a necessity, it’s easy to embrace outdoor living. The furniture provides the props for such a casual lifestyle. Subject to salty, humid air and high temperatures on a regular basis, however, furnishings need to be durable and resistant to the negative effects of moisture. If not sturdy enough to stand their ground in storms accompanied by high winds, they should be light enough to be moved quickly and easily. Perhaps most important, whether at a vacation home or primary residence, the furniture should be beautiful and comfortably fit the design and decor of the home.

Pate Rauluk, a buyer for Clive Daniel Home in Naples, comments that today there is “a huge influence from indoor furniture in outdoor furniture.” He notes that sofas and chairs are now routinely upholstered and dining sets are doubling as outdoor furniture. “Teak is becoming more and more of a focus in the outdoor space,” says Rauluk. As far as color, he says: “We are still seeing lots of blues and whites.”

More than 25 years ago, Ann Sutherland started a quest for the ultimate outdoor fabric and launched Perennials fabrics and rugs. Today her luxury performance textiles are fade- and moldresistant, durable, soft, and available in a wide variety of colors and patterns. She also owns an outdoor furniture company with husband David Sutherland. Their fur-

niture and fabrics are available locally at thePerennials Sutherland Studio in the Naples Design District.

Teak is a pillar of Sutherland furniture because of its durability and beauty. Carbon fi ber is an option of late, as is stainless steel. Oceana is one of their outdoor furniture lines combining teak with stainless-steel accents—materials often found side by side on boat decks. Their Arlette dining table combines solid teak legs with a thin-edge marble top.

Also available at Sutherland is a new line of vegan leathers that is perfect for the Naples market. Launched late last year and inspired by the leather upholstery found on yachts, the line, called Hi ’n Dri, is crafted with 100-percent polycarbonate polyurethane. The antimicrobial material features the buttery feel of natural leather, but it maintains color and texture after prolonged use. It also resists damage caused by water, sunlight, and bleach cleaners.

With more and more clients seeking sophisticated and elevated designs for their outdoor spaces, designers will certainly be on the lookout for bespoke pieces, including unique colors, textures, and prints found in fabrics that meet this request. As Rauluk points out, when buying for the Clive Daniel store, his main concern is uniqueness. As these designs demonstrate, it is not necessary to sacrifice functionality when you still want to realize great design in your outdoor spaces. (clivedaniel.com; sutherlandfurniture.com) «

Sutherland furniture and fabrics are available locally at the Perennials Sutherland Studio in the Naples Design District. Soughtafter offerings include pieces from the Arlette line (above) and Oceana tables (right).

COURTESY OF SUTHERLAND

JOURNEYS

YOUR PASSPORT TO THE MOST FASCINATING CORNERS OF THE GLOBE

FANTASY DESERT

MORE THAN DREAMY INSTAGRAM FODDER, AMANGIRI IS THE PINNACLE OF ULTRA-LUXURY IN THE HEART OF THE AMERICAN WEST

BY PAUL RUBIO

It’s no secret that social media has fostered an alternate reality enhanced through stateof-the-art filters, artistic apps, and savvy influencers crafting aspirational content. Nothing is spared from excessive revision nowadays, including travel destinations and resorts. Yet among the virtual noise, it’s still possible to discover raw beauty in its purest form, something that equally wows on screen and off.

Such is the case at Amangiri, a remote retreat that’s set Instagram ablaze as a veritable architectural dreamscape ensconced among the red-rock bluffs, high-rising mesas, and striking canyons of the Utah-Arizona border. Using the 165-million-year-old Colorado Plateau—a weathered land painted by geology—as a blank canvas, Amangiri designers created an extraordinary space for appreciating the magic of the American West while becoming a part of it. At the same

time, the property delivers on all the ultra-luxe hallmarks synonymous with Aman Resorts—exclusivity, privacy, serenity, and excellence in gastronomy, wellness, and service—culminat

ing in quite possibly the top resort in the United States and a spot every bit worth the online hype.

After snaking through the desolate desert roads of northern Arizona to reach Canyon Point, Utah, a mirage of Amangiri begins to take shape. At clos

er approach, it’s clear this is no optical

illusion: A 34-suite modernist resort is at once delicately etched into the sandstone itself and thoughtfully strewn across vast acreage.

At Amangiri’s core lies a sprawling living and dining space, dotted with crackling fireplaces, edged by double-story windows, and linked to a heated swimming pool hewn into the rugged terrain. With its one-ofa-kind design, the pool surfaces as a peninsula framed by umbrella-capped daybeds on one side, chaise lounges and towering raw earth on the others. A series of suites can be found past both ends of the main pavilion, accessible through open-air concrete corridors embellished with almond trees, hydrotherapy features that mimic the erosion process, and seating nooks for taking in the ethereal scene. Each outward-facing suite is a study in understated elegance, where clean lines cross over natural timbers, white stone floors, and oversize glass panes, channeling attention to the desert panoramas that surround. A private outdoor

Clockwise from top left: At Amangiri, marvel at the pool etched into the surrounding sandstone, the high-design fitness center, the loungers among the desert terrain, the toasty wellness pavilion, and the dramatic views from the beds.

lounge and fireplace heightens the red rock immersion.

Amenities and programming capitalize on Amangiri’s location within the Navajo nation. The Aman Spa offers therapies rooted in the Navajo concept of hózhó , a state of being in tune with oneself and in balance with the world. Each evening, local artisan gifts are placed bedside, from dream catchers to handcrafted oakmoss and sage candles. Daily cultural encounters on-site may include Navajo storytelling, Native American hoop dancing, and dream catcher workshops, while seasonal menus at Amangiri Restaurant feature selections inspired by traditional dishes from the regional Native American communities. A recent Spirit of the Journey tasting menu included a Navajo blue corn fry bread popover, a mesquitesmoked duck salad, and a chili-rubbed crusted elk loin, complementing the greater menu’s pan-Asian and Southwestern fare.

Another highlight of Amangiri’s tribal association is exclusive access to select picturesque slot canyons within northern Arizona. Thanks to Peter Lik’s mind-blowing screensaver photos, the voluptuous and striated Antelope Canyon is now a bucket-list destination. But inch over to Rattlesnake Canyon and Owl Canyon and it’s possible to revel in the red rock glory without the crowds.

These neighboring labyrinths are reserved for Aman guests only, translating to deep thoughts, endless photo shoots, and ambles at your leisure. Back on property, other activities speak to Amangiri’s extra-special experiences. A Via Ferrata course—one of just a handful in the United States— means scaling mountainsides via cables and ladder rungs and crossing mountaintops over suspension bridges under the tutelage of a skilled mountain guru. A hot-air balloon ride provides a bird’seye view of the undulating, multihued desert backdrops, while horseback rides and designated foot trails offer closer looks on firm ground.

Throughout an Amangiri stay, the service feels elevated without being in -

Activities, clockwise from top left: Hot-air balloon ride; private excursion to slot canyons; yoga amid nature; a Via Ferrata course; crossing cliffs via suspension bridges.

trusive or dizzying. This extends to the guides, waitstaff, and an entire team dedicated to making your visit one for the books. The off-the-charts eclectic cuisine is bundled into the rate, meaning there’s no reason to head elsewhere for meals. And given the experiential nature of the activities and unparalleled location of the property, there’s every reason to leave the outside world behind and venture off-site only for guided encounters. Spend a few days at Amangiri, and it’s hard to believe the concept was envisioned and executed in a time

before social media. The backdrops are some of America’s finest, the architecture skews modern minimalist, and the experience is exactly what desert dreams—and top Instagram content—are made of. The pictures, videos, and curated content may dominate social media, but that doesn’t mean Amangiri is a contrived online fantasy. Rather, it’s a singular resort that has the goods and excellence to back up its high profile and deliver an American West adventure filled with defining moments in real time and in real life. (aman.com) «

From left: Cross through the soothing water entrance to the Aman Spa and later take a dip in the spa’s heated pool, which is idyllic for après-spa relaxation.

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Orlando TWO Ways

WHERE ART MEETS TECH

From an art-filled lobby to a 50,000-square-foot sculpture garden, a stay at the Lake Nona Wave Hotel feels like you’ve booked a room atop Orlando’s hottest gallery. The property’s Welltech suites are a showcase in the art of technology, inclusive of Bryte beds that customize, elevate, and score your slumber, as well as drapery and lighting that enhance your circadian rhythms. Here, we spotlight three places to check out at the hotel and in the surrounding community. (lakenonawavehotel.com)

At this Michelin Guide–recommended restaurant inside the Wave, watch transfixed as chef Guillaume Robin prepares dish after delicious dish in his opentheater kitchen. Order a selection of plates to share, including globally inspired standouts like smoked scallops a la plancha, charred pulpo, and ceviche-style hamachi. (bacanlakenona.com)

Jump on the Beep (Lake Nona’s autonomous electric shuttles, available just outside the hotel’s front door) to enjoy hot musical acts and cold beverages at this lively outdoor venue composed of 12 repurposed shipping contain-

ers. Discover a range of culinary concepts and catch live bands and DJs Thursdays through Sundays. (boxiparklakenona.com)

Staying at the Wave earns you access to this adjacent facility that will wow even the most jaded gym rat with its cuttingedge equipment, classes, courts, tracks, pools, saunas, climbing gym, and more. Visit the Edge Sports Performance and Recovery facilities to rehab your hardworking muscles and joints, or unwind at the world’s only Chopra Mind-Body Zone and Spa, where you can stimulate your senses through add-on meditation sessions, sound bath rituals, and Ayurvedic massages and facials. (lakenonaperformanceclub.com)

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GRANDE ADVENTURE

Visiting Orlando with kids used to mean schlepping all around town to check every box: easy access to theme parks, a luxe hotel, fine dining, elevated poolside experiences, sporting activities, and all the aquatic adventures. With the recent completion of its new waterpark, Grande Lakes Orlando puts all that (and then some) in one resort destination.

The 500-acre Grande Lakes encompasses The Ritz-Carlton Orlando and JW Marriott Orlando, as well as golf, tennis, a 40,000-squarefoot spa, multiple pools with decked-out cabanas, and a dozen dining venues, including the Michelin-starred Knife & Spoon. But the

biggest attraction is the new Grande Lakes Waterpark with six zones of fun. Here you’ll find not only a water slide, but an entire slide tower with three slides ranging from mellow to rocketfast. Splash Cove offers activities in and out of the water, including the PlayVenture playground with climbing structures and lawn games. AquaVenture ratchets up the thrills with an obstacle course featuring balance beams, bridges, climbing, and slides. After a day of play, kids love to float down the Lazy River, while parents hang out on swim-up daybeds at the Sanctuary, an adults-only island within the waterpark.

It seems Grande Lakes has accomplished the impossible: making everyone in the family happy. (grandelakes.com) —Daphne Nikolopoulos

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THE CROATIAN-MADE RIMAC NEVERA ALL-ELECTRIC HYPERCAR IS A FORCE LIKE NO OTHER

BY HOWARD WALKER

There’s a moment in pretty much every Star Trek episode when Captain Kirk calls on his trusty helmsman, Lieutenant Sulu, to engage warp speed. Then, in the blink of an eye, streaks of incandescent light tunnel ahead and there’s a surge of unrelenting forward momentum.

This is precisely the same sensation you get from standing on the accelerator of an

all-electric Rimac Nevera and feeling the insane 1,914-horsepower thrust. Only, add to it the mild discomfort of your eyeballs being squeezed back into their sockets and your internal organs compressing against your ribcage.

If you could get your fearless passenger to activate the stopwatch feature on your iPhone, you’d see that zero to 60 mph is 1.85 seconds. That’s quicker than a Formula One racecar. Keep your right foot planted and you’ll pass the 100-mph mark in 4.3 seconds. If you are feeling really brave, you’ll keep going until the speedo is showing 258 mph, the official top speed of this Croatian-built cruise missile, making it the world’s fastest production electric hypercar. At this point you must be thinking that this is some weird, one-off, thinly disguised racecar. Not so. Walk into your neighborhood Rimac showroom—there’s one in Naples and another in West Palm Beach—

write a check for roughly $2,450,000, and you could be experiencing the kind of adrenaline rush normally reserved for riders of Daytona Beach’s Vomatron. But don’t dally: Rimac is building just 150 Neveras with more than a third already sold.

Rimac is the creation of Croatian visionary Mate Rimac. From humble beginnings, the 35-year-old now supplies electric propulsion know-how to the likes of Aston Martin, Jaguar, Koenigsegg, Pininfarina, and Porsche, which owns 24 percent of the company. The millennial engineer is so cash-rich that last year he bought Bugatti from the Volkswagen Group.

The flagship of his fast-evolving brand is this astonishing Nevera electric hypercar, which I spent an equally astonishing morning piloting around West Palm. If you were driving along State Road 710 a few weeks back and saw a flash of white soaring by at hugely illegal speeds, that was me. Apologies.

For the Nevera, Rimac has designed, developed, and engineered everything in-house at

his campus on the outskirts of Zagreb, Croatia. That includes the I-beam-stiff carbon-fiber monococque body structure, 120-kWh battery pack, quartet of electric motors, and mind-numbingly complex software that runs it all.

Despite its amazing performance and technical wonderment, the Nevera was always intended to be an “everyday” hypercar you could drive to work or take to dinner—not that you’d want to hand the keys to the kid working the valet.

Pop the switch to open the high-lifting butterfly doors with their cutouts in the roof and then lower yourself into the hip-hugging bucket seat. The cabin is more functional than fancy, with acres of black carbon fiber everywhere. Instrumentation is minimal too, with the touch screen on the center console looking like something out of a Best Buy open-box sale. Three big rotary dials navigate the major controls, including the multitude of drive modes, gear selections,

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and torque distribution settings.

As we slice through the cut and thrust of mid-morning traffic, I feel bursts of that outrageous 1,714 pound-feet of torque on the freeway on-ramp. But what is staggering here is how docile, smooth, refined, and, yes, relaxed the Nevera can feel. The steering is light and precise, the ride is positively Lexus-like, and

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We ease onto 710 and an empty stretch of four-lane blacktop opens ahead. We slow to a walking pace, dial up Track mode, and then hit it. There, in an instant, is that Star Trek warp speed courtesy of nigh on 2,000 horsepower.

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MYSTIC POWERBOATS’ SUPER-LUXE M5200 IS A 2,400-HORSEPOWER ROCKET SHIP

BY HOWARD WALKER

There’s fast and then there’s Mystic fast. The new Mystic M5200 waterborne cruise missile can top out at 80 mph, which results in roughly the same kind of watery eyes as peeling a dozen onions.

This exhilarating, heart-palpitating performance comes courtesy of the latest speed demon from DeLand, Florida–based Mystic Powerboats, a needle-nosed, 52-foot center console with a quartet of 600-horsepower Mercury Verado V12s hanging off the transom. If you’re counting, that’s 2,400 horseys in total.

This is Mystic’s biggest center console to date, and it joins the go-very-fast boatbuilder’s smaller M4200 and M3800 models. While the M5200 is built for speed, it’s also built for comfort. There’s more diamond-quilted, contrast-

stitch upholstery than in a Bentley Continental, as well as seating for 27, a cozy cabin for weekend jaunts, and more cupholders than in a Dodge Caravan. Yes, it makes for a great fishcatcher, but who’d want all that blood and guts messing up the faux-teak flooring?

Best seat—make that seats—in the house? That would be on the forward deck, where you’ll find three stretch-out loungers with armrests, headrests, footrests, and bolstered sides. A surprising omission? Seatbelts. At 80 mph across the Gulf Stream, you might need them.

Then there are all the seating options on the back deck, like the four rear-facing loungers and the four forward-facing seats on the other side. Throw in the three individual race-style pews behind the helm, along with two rows of

four seats behind those, and it’s about as much seating as you’ll find at an AMC multiplex.

While there’s no shortage of supersized, highhorsepower center consoles on the market— from HCB to Valhalla to Pursuit—what sets the Mystic apart is its very cool design. I love the wraparound windshield, and the swept-back, carbon-fiber hardtop seems to house more speakers than at an AC/DC concert.

The wave-piercing hull of the M5200 is an evolution of the proven M4200’s, featuring a foam core with infused epoxy and carbonfiber reinforcements. There are bank vaults less impenetrable. And powering the hull are four magical Verado V12 outboards, which, according to Mystic, can punch the 52 on to the plane from just 17 knots, helped by the Mercs’ two-

speed transmissions. If you’re so inclined, you could opt for Mercury 450R power, in combos of either four, five, or six. But with the V12s being so technically advanced and smoother than hot molasses, why would you?

Time to drop the hook and let the party begin. The aft cockpit can be spec’d with a grill, fridge, icemaker, and separate pullout cooler, while the entire rear deck can be shaded by a retractable awning. And if the only rock and roll you want is on the disco-grade stereo, there’s a Seakeeper 9 gyro stabilizer on the options list to stop the rock and roll at anchor.

While the cabin isn’t exactly generous in size for a 52-footer with a 14-foot beam, it’s plenty big enough for overnights and weekends. There’s the usual forward V-berth that converts into a double, plus a small rear cabin under the cockpit for a couple of kids. The cabin’s best feature may be its spacious head with a separate, full-headroom shower and a glass bowl sink. And at the touch of a button, you can activate the kind of air-conditioning

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that would give polar bears the shivers.

After taking a walk-through of the M5200 at the 2022 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, where it was making its global debut, I found the boat’s most impressive asset to be its peerless quality. The glass-fiber gel coat, the panel fit and finish, and the stitching on the upholstery are all remarkable—which they should be for Mystic’s $2.7 million nicely loaded asking price. But to be fair, you simply cannot put a price on pulling up to your favorite waterside eatery in this supercar of the seas. «

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Longtime Naples resident Courtney Hansen is a devoted wife, mother, and philanthropist and so much more—including the first female executive producer in television history to create and produce a custom car restoration show

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ou won’t find this bold yet sagacious aphorism buried within a novel or hiding out in a motivational reference book. This quip is from Courtney Hansen, an established Neapolitan who believes in seizing the day. Actually, strike that. Hansen believes in seizing every minute. She likes to go fast.

A Barron Collier High School and Florida State University graduate, she is an automotive aficionado, as well as the lead character and executive producer of Ride of Your Life with Courtney Hansen, a reality docuseries produced for Discovery networks that airs on MotorTrend and MotorTrend+.

This quick-moving show spotlights a female boss (Hansen), who leads ROYL Garage, the backdrop for elaborate and dramatic custom-car makeovers. Once the cars are revamped, they are eventually presented—at no cost—to deserving individuals and families across the nation in surprising, heartwarming reveals. Hansen, who is the first female executive producer in television history to create and produce a series of this type, is assisted by an all-male staff and is in fact the owner of ROYL (Ride of Your Life) Garage.

“Creating this show and bringing the concept to life has been a dream of mine for years,” she relates. “I love the idea of reuniting people with the same year, make, and model of a dream car or truck they once owned but had to part ways with due to difficult times.”

Hansen is used to living life with the hammer down in the left lane. However, Ride of Your Life was filmed amid the dregs of the COVID-19 pandemic, mak-

ing production of the series particularly arduous and demanding due to shutdowns, product shortages, uncertainty of sponsor backing, and other concerns. At one point, Hansen herself was hospitalized after contracting COVID.

Scott Messick, executive producer/ showrunner for Ride of Your Life, notes the many responsibilities Hansen had throughout the show’s creation: “Courtney wore many hats, from concept creation to hiring the talent to scheduling to handling countless other logistics required for the show’s production.”

“It was nearly impossible—a very bumpy road,” Hansen explains. “To see it come across the finish line is truly astounding. It’s extremely gratifying that this show was executed, is one of MotorTrend’s top shows in prime time, looks amazing, and is resonating with viewers.”

Hansen also appreciates the compassionate and charitable slant of the show.

“I love seeing our team carry out the designs; I love the reveals and the energy and emotion of witnessing people receive their dream cars. It’s beautiful, magical, and sometimes even surreal.”

“While you’re standing in your own way, please get the heck out of mine.”

THE ROAD TO SUCCESS

While Hansen, who is married to well-known Neapolitan Jay Hartington, CEO and owner of Marissa Collections, has lived in Naples since age 11, she spent her early childhood years living on Lake Minnetonka, located west of Minneapolis, Minnesota. That she loves all things automotive should come as no surprise. Her family owned Brainerd International Raceway, and growing up, she and her siblings spent time there, as well as other racetracks spanning the Midwest.

“My father [Jerry Hansen] was a Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) racer; he won 27 SCCA championships and is the winningest driver in history,” says Hansen. “The racetrack was my playground, and my siblings and I all have a love for cars. Gas runs through our veins; it’s in our blood.”

Though they owned a condo in Naples already, in the late 1980s, Hansen’s family decided to trade the brutal Minnesota winters for the balmy climate and sunny shores of Florida. Throughout her childhood and adolescence, she intermittently worked as a model and did television commercials locally, even becoming a local car dealership’s spokesperson, appearing in 22 of their commercials.

“My mom and dad were actually anti-modeling,” she explains. “When I was growing up, I would take jobs here and there, however. I made my own money, and I liked that.”

After graduating from Florida State with a degree in marketing, Hansen returned to Naples before teaming up with Wilhelmena modeling agency and working in both the Miami and Chicago markets. Eventually, she moved to Los Angeles, California, after landing a role in a pilot called Killer Golf

“I sold everything, including my car, and moved out there with two

suitcases 21 years ago,” Hansen says. If her move to L.A. was a risk, it’s one that’s yielded huge dividends. Her big break came when she locked down a role on Overhaulin’, a reality automotive series that aired on TLC; Hansen appeared on the show for 24 episodes in 2004 and 2005.

“One day, my agent called me and asked, ‘Do you really know cars?’” I replied, “Of course, I do!”

Even with all her empirical knowledge, Hansen immersed herself for three straight days in auto science reference books and materials, once again putting the pedal to the metal to achieve her dream.

“I studied and studied and studied,” she expounds. “It paid off; I blew them away.”

As Hansen’s fast-paced career continued, she didn’t stop impressing; she continued to secure noteworthy roles on other shows. For 10 years, she starred as the host of Powerblock/ Power Nation, another popular automobile series. She also hosted Destination Wild, an adventure series highlighting fabulous vacation spots; Million Dollar Motors; Rides: Biggest Spenders; Total Outdoorsman Challenge; and others.

Hansen has appeared on several magazine covers, too, including Women’s Health, Hot Rod, and FHM She was offered the cover of Playboy—more than once—but turned it down because she didn’t want to model without clothing (she did do a lingerie shoot for Playboy). She also worked as a columnist for FHM and other publications and penned a book for a female audience of new car enthusiasts called The Garage Girl’s Guide to Everything You Need to Know about Your Car, which provides car-care tips and need-to-know information for keeping vehicles in optimal working form.

“If you produce your own shows, you can’t get fired, right?”

MAKING A RIGHT TURN

Just as smart and savvy as she is beautiful, Hansen one day had what she terms “an epiphany” about her career in the entertainment industry.

“I realized that—at some point—I was going to be let go for someone who was half my age and who required a fraction of my pay

rate. I didn’t want to be stuck, didn’t want to plateau, and didn’t want to find myself in an unfavorable situation.”

That’s when Hansen took a leap of faith. She decided to start creating her own content and producing her own shows, realizing that ultimately she would have the final say about the talent.

“If you produce your own shows, you can’t get fired, right?” she asks rhetorically. The move from host to producer was a solid one for Hansen. In addition to Ride of Your Life, she’s produced The Ride That Got Away for Amazon Prime, the History channel, and FYI Network through her company, High Road Productions. Through this same

company, she plans to continue creating shows, including a second season of Ride of Your Life. But Hansen has other things in the works, too, including producing commercials and different content locally. And, because she owns it, she mentions there’s a blueprint for opening a ROYL Garage right here in Naples that will work as a daily operating business repairing, customizing, and restoring vehicles.

JOYRIDING

With all systems go regarding her career, Hansen will tell you her greatest accomplishments do not take place in front of the camera. For her, it’s being a wife and mother. She and husband, Hartington, have a daughter, Holland (8), who is highly athletic. There’s a fourth to this busy family as well: a Maltese Yorkie named Violet.

While they have a home in New York City,

too, the Hansen-Hartington fam splits most of their time between their Los Angeles and Naples residences, spending summers in L.A., a location that Hansen says could not be more distinct from Naples.

“The terrain is different, the climates are different, the beaches are different, the vibe is different,” she says. “Unlike when we’re in Naples, we don’t socialize on a huge level there. Unless I am doing red carpet events, most of my time is spent enjoying quality time with my family and friends. It’s more low-key.”

Back in Naples, Hansen and Hartington stay busy with myriad philanthropic endeavors. Among other involvement, Hartington serves on the board of directors for the Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens and chairs the zoo’s $25 million capital campaign. The Naples Zoo is near and dear to Hansen’s heart, too, as is YouthHaven, a Naples-based charity that provides safe spaces and therapy programs for children and teens; she is involved as a committee member for this organization. Hansen also supports Smile Chain and Operation Smile, two organizations benefiting children with cleft lips and cleft palates.

Besides philanthropic work and events, Hansen—who will pull over on the side of the road to witness a beautiful sunset—says much of her free time in Naples is spent with her family at the beach.

“We love the beach, and we love to hang out with friends, fish off the dock, go boating, and plan pool days,” she adds. “Much of our time is spent watching Holland partake in soccer and other athletic activities, too. We’re always kicking or throwing a ball around the house.”

How does she balance it all?

“I just dive in and do it,” Hansen explains. “Full throttle is the only gear I know, and I thrive on the juggling act. I would probably get bored if I slowed down, and I don’t want to miss out on the excitement of life. I believe in being the best wife and mother I can be, and I will probably work until the day I die. It’s always a bit of a struggle to balance it all, but ultimately—and thankfully—we are firing on all cylinders.” «

“Full throttle is the only gear I know, and I thrive on the juggling act.”

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SET TO WIN

How many teens are willing to get out of bed at 5:30 every morning and sign off at 9 p.m.? If you want to be a professional tennis player before age 18, you do. “Now it’s easy,” admits 15-year-old Calvin Baierl, about sticking to a rigorous training and tournament schedule five and a half days a week. In the world of junior tennis, the unassuming, slender teen with a shock of wavy red hair is currently the No. 1 tennis recruit in the nation and has maintained that spot four years in a row, according to tennisrecruiting.net.

ON THE GO, FROM THE START

Calvin was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Lee and Susan Baierl. An active child, he played hockey and basketball in Pittsburgh. One summer, while the family was spending time at their vacation home in the north Naples

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golf and tennis community of Mediterra, Susan enrolled Calvin in tennis lessons to occupy his time. Calvin so enjoyed his experience with Mediterra’s tennis pro, Nestor Nuñez, that he did not want to return home to Pittsburgh for the basketball camp he was signed up for.

During those first lessons, Nuñez noticed Calvin’s enthusiasm for the sport: “He was the first kid to bounce back after a break.” And, as Nuñez recalls, Calvin’s efficiency and speed were already obvious. At only 8 years of age, Calvin won his first tennis tournament—in the 10 and under category at Cambier Park.

Back in Pennsylvania, Calvin began training with Krishnan Anandan, former coach of professional American tennis player Danielle Collins. Eventually, Calvin’s interest and passion for tennis necessitated a full-time move to Southwest Florida for the Baierl family. Anandan saw something special in Calvin

and persuaded Lee and Susan to enroll their then 11-year-old son to train full time with renowned coach Rene Gomez at the Naplesbased Gomez Tennis Academy.

At the academy Calvin learned the proper technique, mechanics, and mindset of a tennis player. During that time, under the United States Tennis Association (USTA) ranking

system, Calvin earned the No. 1 position in the nation (in the boys 12-year-old category) and was ranked the No. 1 player in Florida for three years in a row. After three years at the academy, where he also attended school, Calvin decided he wanted a more private, individualized approach to the sport, and he returned to Nestor Nuñez, owner and founder of the Ultra Tennis Academy in Naples, to be his full-time coach.

When asked if she noticed anything particularly significant or remarkable about her son’s athletic ability, Susan remembers that Calvin had amazing dexterity at a very young age. She also says he rolled over at only 3 weeks of age. “He could not sit still and was into anything to do with sports.” Athleticism is prevalent in the family genes. Lee was an all-American football player and played on the University of Pittsburgh football team when they won a national championship; Calvin’s great grandfather was a referee at college bowl games, and

one of Calvin’s maternal uncles was a topdrafted major league baseball player for the Pittsburgh Pirates.

COMMITTED TO WINNING

Calvin is committed to following a strict schedule in pursuit of his goal. After an early morning breakfast, he heads to a two-hour private lesson on the courts at Naples Grande with Nuñez. An hour-long private fitness class follows. Calvin grabs a quick lunch at home, and then, it’s back to the courts for another couple of hours to practice what he learned in the morning lesson in match play. Some days he plays on the hard courts at the Community School of Naples, others it’s on a private court in Livingston Woods. “The choice is dictated by what type of court the next tournament will be played on,” explains Nuñez.

Calvin heads back home to attend to lessons of the scholastic variety. He is enrolled as a freshman at ICL Academy, an online private school that tailors academics to students’ passions. “He packs his schedule with honors classes and maintains a 3.7 GPA,” says Susan, “and he speaks two languages.”

Once a week Calvin gets a sports massage

Junior tennis phenom Calvin Baierl (center) with his parents, Lee and Susan Baierl, in Naples.

Calvin (right) oncourt with his longtime coach, Nestor Nuñez

to help keep his muscles relaxed, and once or twice a week, depending on his health, a physical therapy session helps keep his body in alignment. “He has suffered many injuries,” says Susan, “most of which he’ll deal with for the rest of his life.” Training is intense and takes a toll on young bodies. Calvin is learning to play through the lingering pain of past injuries. Before his 9 p.m. bedtime, Calvin enjoys dinner and some relaxation time.

A typical teen, Calvin’s constant companion is his phone. Most of his friends, whom he met playing tennis when younger, no longer play. He doesn’t play video games. Does he watch tennis on television? “Not really,” he says, “just the grand slams and slow-motions tapes of the major players.” Is there a tennis player he admires? “Novak Djokovic.” Having won sponsorships from every major tennis brand, Calvin chooses to wear Adidas from head to toe; his racket of choice is the Clash by Wilson.

Under Nuñez’s guidance, Calvin has maintained his No. 1 ranking in Florida. Last year, he started traveling outside the United States for tournaments, even though his parents were hesitant given he was only 14. At a tournament in Bogotà, Columbia, he competed against players aged 18 and under from around the world. He won that tournament, training with an oxygen mask before arriving to deal with the high altitude. In the first three weeks of 2022 in South America, Calvin played in three semifinals doubles matches, three finals matches, and secured two championship titles.

Many more victories followed that year, culminating in a championship final match in Kalamazoo, Michigan, that earned Calvin a wildcard from the USTA into the U.S. Open Junior Grand Slam. An audience member at the U.S. Open in 2019, Calvin thought it was a tournament he might one day get the chance to play but did not think it would happen for him so soon.

FAMILY MATTERS

“There was never a time that Calvin wasn’t ahead of the competition,” says Susan. Calvin’s most loyal fans are his family. “We call them groupies,” Susan explains. “They are often the largest group of fans at a competition.” His two brothers and two sisters, grandpar-

ents, and aunts and uncles rarely miss an opportunity to travel wherever he is playing.

Do his parents watch him play? They do, although they do not typically attend international tournaments. “I burn lots of calories,” says Susan, about watching Calvin play. “My adrenaline goes way up.” Calvin does not like it if his parents clap or make comments. “We are only allowed to be pure spectators.” When asked if she likes tennis, his mom comments: “Calvin is my life. Whatever he does, I do. If he’s in tennis, I’m in tennis.” And although not superfluous with his words, Calvin is obviously grateful for the opportunity he has been given, often

thanking God in his social media posts.

Calvin continues to dream big and works hard every day to break through to higher levels. His goal this year is to make the list of the top 100 junior ranked players in the world, allowing him to participate in all four of the junior grand slam events. To get on this elite list, he and his coach will spend approximately 20 weeks on the road, playing tournaments with other world-ranked juniors in Costa Rica, Columbia, Peru, and Brazil. With his discipline and drive and an extremely supportive family, Calvin is set to achieve this goal.

When asked if he loves his life Calvin nods and answers quietly: “I do—a lot.” «

“[CALVIN] PACKS HIS SCHEDULE WITH HONORS CLASSES AND MAINTAINS

A 3.7 GPA, AND HE SPEAKS TWO LANGUAGES.” —Susan Baierl

The goal of making the list of the top 100 junior ranked players in the world this year is one of the things that keeps Calvin motivated.

Topping Off CHARITY

Held since 2001 and taking place last month, the Naples Winter Wine Festival (NWWF) is one of the most successful charity auctions in the world, supporting more than 50 nonprofits in Collier County through the Naples Children & Education Foundation (NCEF). Alongside a team of dedicated employees, trustees, and volunteers, several local businesses have made long-standing contributions to the multiday wine extravaganza.

BY GAYLENE SALOMONS AND JANE E. ENOS

Party Favors

Behind every successful festival is a fabulous handbag. Since 2014, patrons of the event have carried home their swag in a luxurious leather Brahmin bag.

Bill and Joan Martin launched the designer handbag company in 1982; it has since become a well-known and much-loved brand. Brahmin, family-owned and operated until 2018, has always subscribed to philanthropy as a main tenet of business.

In 2006, the Martins became full-time residents of Naples. Although their brand remains headquartered in Massachusetts, they found charitable opportunities in their new community.

“We had been attending the Naples Winter Wine Festival for several years when we were asked to consider contributing the bags presented to all guests,” remarks Joan. “That was a no-brainer for me as we loved the charity. I loved the opportunity to design something that was just right for that mission.”

Coming up with a new bag every year is no easy feat. “You need to find a bag that will hold all of the goodies you receive; it needs to match the decor of the event, as well as the theme, and it has to be stylish,” explains Joan. “It’s a big responsibility but also a big

Gourmet Goodness

A notable business that continually supports the NWWF is Bleu Provence, an award-winning restaurant offering the finest in French cuisine, as well as an extraordinary selection of wines.

“We have had the honor and privilege to support the Naples Winter Wine Fest since its inception 19 years ago,” explains Jacques Cariot, who co-owns the much-loved Naples dining spot with wife Lysielle, the restaurant’s chef de cuisine.

“Helping the NWWF is a natural thing to do when you want to give back to the community that supports you, when you love and respect kids, when you love wine and food, and when you want to show gratitude to the people who have built this county and town where we live.”

Almost every single year, Bleu

Provence has donated a lot to be auctioned consisting of a delectable gourmet feast for 20 to 80 epicures, made from the best ingredients the world has to offer and served with unrivaled wines. Most often, the dinner takes place within the intimate walls of the restaurant, which is closed for the occasion and transformed and decorated according to a selected theme.

“We try each time to exceed our guests’ expectations,” says Cariot. “No expense is spared, and every effort is made to help the NWWF raise more money with this lot every year. It is impossible not to be attracted and committed by this caritative organization’s spirit of excellence, especially when our business— Bleu Provence—is based on the same values.”

honor.” Each year, approximately 350 handbags are gifted to couples attending the weekend-long event.

honor.”

Although a majority interest of Brahmin was sold five years ago, the new management believes in the initiative and has kept relations strong, agreeing to continue supporting the beloved Naples festival. Although she is no longer involved with the day-to-day operations of the company, Joan provides updates and is always delighted to share her opinion of which bags would make a good choice for the yearly contribution.

“It’s been a joy to have Brahmin be a part of this charity. It will always be a part of our hearts,” she adds.

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Top bidders enjoy themed gourmet feasts, courtesy of Bleu Provence.

A Brahmin bag holds wine fest party favors.

Movers and Shakers

Perhaps the unsung hero of the NWWF is William C. Huff, a logistical support company servicing the festival since 2015. William C. Huff assists by moving and setting up lots, transporting wine from donator’s homes and restaurants, moving wine glasses and props, and more. Their trucks are provided free of charge.

“Our role begins on Tuesday [before the event], when we begin getting props and wine glasses to the Ritz-Carlton; this is our shortest day,” says Jim Henderson, CEO/ owner of the company.

“On Wednesday, the collection of the wine lots begins, as well as the setting up of the lots in the ‘lot room.’ Thursday through Saturday night, a four-man crew averages about 16 to 18 hours a day, with Saturday night’s hours going into

early Sunday morning.”

Monies raised by the wine fest benefit NCEF, the organization that distributes grants to local charities. A past grant recipient is Friends of Foster Children Forever. An honorary board member to this organization, Henderson, as a child, was placed in foster care with his four siblings. This charity—along with NCEF—is particularly near and dear to his heart.

With help from NCEF and other supporters, Friends of Foster Children Forever is growing as an organization. “Today, our focus is on education,” explains Henderson. “Our tutoring program is seeing an almost 100 percent high school graduation rate; we assign mentors to help foster children get into posthigh school programs and transition to independence.”

Donations to Devour

Richard D’Amico—proprietor of popular Third Street South restaurants Campiello Ristorante & Bar and The Continental—offers up what he does best: food.

The Thursday before the festival, Campiello closes its doors to the public and hosts the Grand Crew party. Chefs and vintners who come to town to participate in the dinners gather for this casual event complete with a wine bar, Champagne bar, and new to 2023, a caviar station. “About 350 people attend,” says D’Amico. He likes to remind his staff there is probably not another place in the world where so many great culinary team members—from line cooks to sommeliers and chefs—are assembled in one place at one time.

The next day, as the staff at

Campiello recuperate, regroup, and get back to business, staff members at D’Amico’s other restaurant, The Continental, prepare and serve food for the Meet the Kids tour and luncheon held at an off-site venue. “The venue changes every year,” explains D’Amico, who remarks that The Continental started providing the lunch in 2016 and has participated every year since, except in 2018 and when COVID prevented such gatherings.

Although the festival happens during the busy tourist season in Southwest Florida and D’Amico himself is too busy working to attend, he comments that it is “pretty special” to be involved in the epic event. “In a town known for its wine drinking but not wine growing, it’s quite amazing that we host a charity festival larger than the one in Napa.”

The restaurant group also donates to the online auction— items like dinners for 10 in The Club Room or a vertical steak tasting. “We like to mix it up,” says D’Amico.

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C OURTESY OF WILLIAM C. HUFF

Entertainment at a past Grand Crew event

John Purchase and Jim Henderson of William C. Huff

Attendees at the Meet the Kids luncheon, catered by The Continental

A William C. Huff truck

Dream Machine

Auction lot number 38 (out of a total of 50 lots listed in the 2023 festival catalogue) details a superlative package, stating that the winner will drive away in a luxurious new Bentley Bentayga Azure, completely customized for the Naples Winter Wine Festival. In fact, the winner is, according to the description, the only person on earth who will get behind the wheel of this unique vehicle.

Bentley Naples began providing luxury vehicles for the wine fest in 2007, according to Taylor Agin, marketing and events director. It donated Bentleys in 2007, 2008, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022, and again this past year. “We became an official corporate partner in 2020,” Agin explains, noting that “since 2007, we have been a partner in lots, car loans, and purchasing tickets to the festival on behalf of Bentley Naples.”

Typically, the CEO, COO, and the marketing director of Bentley North America attend the event; Jason Reidel, the general manager and partner of Bentley Naples, and other staff also

attend. “This year we increased our corporate partnership to a higher level than in past years,” explains Agin, who says the company is “excited to give back even more this year and to be part of a weekend filled with giving back to the children of our community.”

When asked why they choose to support the NWWF, Agin comments: “This event is one of the largest fundraisers in the country, and all the donations raised stay in Collier County. They support so many different organizations, rather than just one.”

She continues: “We love our community and want to give back in as many ways as we possibly can. We hope to continue to partner with the Naples Children & Education Foundation for many years to come.” «

A similar, completely customized Bentley Bentayga Azure was a prized auction item.

Electric

BY HOWARD WALKER

BATTERY-POWERED VESSELS ARE FAST BECOMING THE COOL CHOICE FOR MARINERS LOOKING FOR SILENT RUNNING, ZERO EMISSIONS, AND FREEDOM FROM THOSE PRICEY MARINA GAS PUMPS. HERE ARE OUR PICKS FOR 10 WATERCRAFT WONDERS LEADING THE CHARGE.

VITA LION

If you have a need for speed but still want zero emissions, the gorgeous 34foot Vita Lion is the dayboat for you. This mighty beast can reach a top speed of 35 knots, courtesy of twin 335-hp electric motors. Throttle back to the Lion’s more genteel 22-knot cruising speed and you can run for 90 minutes or more than 40 miles.

It’s admittedly not enough for a sprint to the Bahamas, but plenty for a jaunt to your favorite Intracoastal

watering hole. And if you can find yourself a marina with Tesla-style DC fast-charging, the bank of batteries can recharge in around an hour and a half.

Britain’s Vita Power developed the carbon-fiber-hulled Lion from an Italian design, and it was originally built in France by JFA Yachts. Recently, however, Maine’s Hodgdon Yachts began building Lions for the U.S. market. (vita-power.com)

POWER FILE PRICE: FROM $875,000 LENGTH: 34 FEET BEAM: 8 FEET, 8 INCHES

DRAFT: 1 FOOT, 5 INCHES TOP SPEED: 35 KNOTS RANGE: 90 MINUTES AT 22 KNOTS

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PRICE: $620,000

LENGTH: 31 FEET, 6

INCHES BEAM: 7 FEET, 6

INCHES DRAFT: 1 FOOT,

2 INCHES TOP SPEED: 21

KNOTS RANGE: 9 HOURS AT 6 KNOTS

DUFFY SUN CRUISER 22

You can’t talk about electric boats and not talk about Duffy. Since 1970, more than 14,000 of these fringe-topped, cocktail-hour cruisers have been sold. In Duffy’s home port of Newport Beach, California, there are an estimated 3,500 of them silently gliding around. It’s simply the world’s best-selling electric boat.

The beloved Duffy 22 is the perfect friends and family runabout, with cushy seats for 12, a built-in fridge, and a multitude of cupholders. Don’t expect to get anywhere in a hurry, though. Top speed is a leisurely 6 mph

VENUS SPEEDSTER X

Attention-seekers should turn the page right now. That’s because this adorable electric runabout is guaranteed to spin heads faster than a David and Victoria Beckham sighting outside Joe’s Stone Crab.

Inspired by Porsche’s iconic 1959 356 Speedster sportscar, this stunning new 32-foot Venus Speedster X joins the builder’s original 22-foot version (pictured) that’s been renamed the Venus Speedster. It’s the creation of British yachting specialist Seven Seas, which operates its U.S. headquarters in Fort Lauderdale.

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PRICE: FROM $61,500

LENGTH: 22 FEET

BEAM: 9 FEET, 3 INCHES

DRAFT: 2 FEET, 5 INCHES

TOP SPEED: 5.2 KNOTS

RANGE: 12 1/2 HOURS AT 5 KNOTS

courtesy of a 48-volt electric motor amped by a bank of 16 six-volt batteries. Ease back to 5 knots and it can cruise for more than 12 hours on a charge.

One especially cool feature is Duffy’s patented Power Rudder setup. This integrates the electric motor with the rudder and fourbladed prop, allowing the whole assembly to rotate almost 90 degrees for easy-peasy docking. (duffyboats.com)

Gas-powered Speedster Xs are available with up to 600 horsepower and twin jet drives that can rocket it to a top speed of close to 50 knots. But with growing demand for an eco-friendlier version, the Speedster X is being offered with zero-emission electric power. That means a 50kW Torqeedo electric motor juiced by a 40-kWh battery pack giving a top speed of 21 knots. Throttle back to a more sedate 6 knots and you can cruise for up to 9 hours on a single charge.

The boat-loving Beckhams would approve. (sevenseasyachts.eu)

TAIGA ORCA JET SKI

No one likes the droning, swarm-of-bees sound of a Jet Ski at full tilt—not to mention the stinky aroma of the unburned hydrocarbons it emits. Make it all-electric and the droning goes away. So does the smell. People on the beach will smile again.

This is the thinking at Montreal’s Taiga Motors, which recently introduced the world’s first series-production, battery-powered personal watercraft (PWC) it calls the Orca.

There’s the option of 90-hp or 160-hp motors, both juiced by a 24-kWh lithium battery bank that sits low in the craft for added stability. With the 160 you’re looking at a top speed of 54 knots and

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PRICE: FROM $17,490

LENGTH: 9 FEET, 6

INCHES BEAM: 3 FEET, 8 INCHES DRAFT: 6

INCHES TOP SPEED: UP TO 54 KNOTS RANGE: 28 MILES AT FULL THROTTLE

a range of 28 miles. Trust me, 28 miles on a Jet Ski is plenty.

When it comes to charging, a Level 1 socket will top off the batteries in 14 hours, or in 3 and a half hours with Level 2. A DC fast-charger will take the batteries up to 80 percent in 30 minutes.

As for pricing, the base Orca Sport costs $17,490, while the top-of-the-range Carbon model with its carbon-fiber hull lists for $26,500. (taigamotors.com)

NAVIER 30 ARC ONE

Anyone who’s watched America’s Cup sailboats in action will know that foiling does wonders for performance. Now Silicon Valley–based Navier plans to use the same technology for its very cool, very clever hydrofoiling electric dayboat, the Navier 30.

With its retractable foils and twin 90-kWh electric motors connected to a large battery bank, the carbon-hulled 30-footer can fly 4 feet above the waves at 35 knots. Throttle back to 20 and the projected range is around 75 nautical miles.

Ease out of your slip, lower the front and rear active foils, and once the speed reaches 15 knots, the hull levitates out of the water and soars above the waves. Retract the foils and the dayboat can

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PRICE: FROM $300,000 LENGTH: 30 FEET BEAM: 8 FEET, 6 INCHES DRAFT: 2 FEET TO 5 FEET, 6 INCHES TOP SPEED: 35 KNOTS RANGE: 75 MILES AT 20 KNOTS

even be beached.

Navier signed legendary Maine-based builder Lyman-Morse to produce the Navier 30, with the first versions being delivered this year. Three versions will be on offer: an enclosed cabin, an open top, and a hardtop. (navierboat.com)

Ski boats are all about instant torque to punch you out of the hole and leap on the plane. New California start-up Arc Boat Company is ensuring its Arc One ski boat will do just that, courtesy of a honking 500-hp electric motor.

It’s enough juice to propel this lightweight, aluminum-hulled 24-footer to a top speed of 35 knots, with plenty of amps to keep you skiing or wakeboarding for up to 5 hours. Find yourself a DC fast-charger and you can get an 80 percent top-off in as little as 40 minutes, or overnight with a regular plug.

This is the debut offering from Los Angeles–based Arc, led by Tesla’s former head of manufacturing. The first boats sold out in 2022, but more will be unveiled this year. (arcboats.com)

SILENT 60

It’s hard to beat the price of solar power. We’re talking zip, zero, nada. When it comes to the Turkish-built Silent 60 power catamaran, with its rooftop crammed with solar panels, the power of the sun can push it at 6 or 7 knots for 9 hours, or more than 100 miles.

We recently got to try out the Silent 60 on a cruise along the Intracoastal through Fort Lauderdale and came away wowed by the yacht’s silent running, laid-back feel, and island-hopping cruising potential.

That, and the humongous interior space. With a beam that stretches almost 30 feet, the thing is half as wide as it is long. That means a

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PRICE: FROM $3 MILLION

LENGTH: 59 FEET

BEAM: 29 FEET, 6 INCHES

DRAFT: 3 FEET TOP

SPEED: UP TO 20 KNOTS RANGE: 100 MILES

ballroom-size salon, huge entertaining areas, and a full-hull master suite that’s bigger than you’ll find in most apartments.

And while the 60 disappointed us a little in the quality of its interior fixtures and fitting, the newest versions have an all-new interior design with improved craftsmanship and woodwork. (silent-yachts.com)

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PRICE: FROM $300,000 (FOR FIRST MODEL)

LENGTH: 24 FEET BEAM: 8 FEET, 6 INCHES

DRAFT: 2 FEET, 9 INCHES

TOP SPEED: 35 KNOTS RANGE: UP TO 5 HOURS

GREENLINE 40

Slovenian builder Greenline Yachts has been one of the true pioneers of electric propulsion for power cruisers. Since 2008, it’s been offering diesel-hybrid or fully electric power for its range of sleek, family-friendly yachts from 33 to 68 feet.

One of our favorites is the salty Greenline 40 with its twin 67-hp Torqeedo electric motors, six high-capacity lithium-ion batteries, and roof filled with solar panels. No, it’s not fast; expect a trawler-like 7 knots cruising speed that will take you around 35 miles. But Greenline is happy to work with a buyer to

spec out a boat that meets his or her ideal range and speed, with the option of bigger batteries and more powerful motors, or a hybrid alternative with a compact diesel generator to ease range anxiety.

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PRICE: FROM $650,000

LENGTH: 40 FEET

BEAM: 13 FEET, 11 INCHES DRAFT: 2 FEET, 9 INCHES TOP SPEED: 7

KNOTS RANGE: UP TO 35 MILES

Beautifully built with a real emphasis on quality and craftsmanship, the Greenline 40 also boasts two cabins and a salon with a rear galley that opens to the back deck. (greenlinehybridusa.com)

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PRICE: FROM $377,900 WITH 355-HP POWER LENGTH: 30 FEET, 4 INCHES BEAM: 9 FEET, 6 INCHES DRAFT: 1 FOOT, 6 INCHES TOP SPEED: UP TO 55 KNOTS RANGE: 2 HOURS AT 20 KNOTS

RAND ESCAPE 30

Who doesn’t love Danish design, style, and craftsmanship? Denmark’s Rand Boats has been incorporating all three elements into its lineup of militaristic-looking speed boats since the company was founded in 2013.

Rand’s newest and most exciting offering is the allelectric Escape 30 center console, which gives owners the choice of three power options, from a modest 140 hp, to a mid-range 355 hp, to an insane 616 hp that delivers a 55knot top speed. All this is built into a hull that uses lots of

CANDE C-8

High-tech Swedish boatbuilder Candela is creating waves in the world of all-electric dayboats. Its latest is the 28foot, all-carbon-fiber C-8 with remarkable foiling technology.

Power up to around 16 knots and the boat rises on its two forward foils and single rear foil to cruise at 24 knots with bursts up to its 30-knot top speed. Its super efficiency is partly due to its single electric motor that’s mounted in torpedolike housing in the rearward foil.

And that efficiency is going to be

heightened with the partnership between Candela and the Swedish carmaker Polestar, which will provide its battery and smart-charging systems. Polestar’s know-how should improve on the C-8’s current range of around 57 miles at cruising speed.

The high-windshield C-8 comes as either an open day cruiser or a more sheltering hardtop version with a retractable sunroof. Below decks the cozy cuddy cabin can sleep two adults and two kids for a weekend away. (candela.com) «

recycled plastic bottles in its construction and boasts waist-high bulwarks and full walk-around decks for safety.

Claimed to have all the space and functionality of a 40-footer, the Escape 30 has seating for 12, acres of sun loungers, an outdoor kitchen, and a surprisingly spacious cabin with a queen-size bed and shower compartment. Best of all, Rand has its U.S. headquarters in Miami, so it can tailor the Escape 30 for Florida boating. (randboats-usa.com)

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PRICE: FROM $300,000 LENGTH: 28 FEET BEAM: 8 FEET, 2 INCHES

DRAFT: 1 FOOT, 6 INCHES TO 4 FEET, 9 INCHES TOP SPEED: 30 KNOTS RANGE: UP TO 57 MILES

EAT+DRINK

DINING

Whole Fish Heaven

For seafood lovers, the ceremony of a server presenting a perfectly cooked whole fish is a dream. However, some diners shy from the experience, unnerved by the eyes of the fish, complete with scales and tail. Then, there is the often-cumbersome task of deboning, too.

At Truluck’s, located in Old Naples off Fourth Avenue South, you’re able to have the best of both worlds. The seafood restaurant is famous for many things, including the whole branzino that arrives ready for consumption. The mild white fish is roasted and served with olives, capers, lemon, and oregano vinaigrette. Perhaps the best part, though, is that the chef removes the head, tail, and bones. The only thing asked of diners? Enjoyment.

If branzino isn’t your fish of choice, fear not. Additional selections are available on Truluck’s regular menu, including Florida black grouper, Idaho rainbow

restaurants come and go, it’s easy to discern why Truluck’s has been a go-to

BOLD FLAVORS, COOL COCKTAILS, AND LOCAL FAVORITES

trout, Chilean sea bass, and Norwegian salmon. In an area where

spot for seafood lovers for nearly two decades. (trulucks.com) –Gina Birch

Truluck’s whole branzino is a longtime favorite.

Caring Through Culinary Creations

BY GINA BIRCH

You won’t find David Rashty manning a traditional restaurant kitchen these days. He strikes an interesting culinary balance between creating artful four-course meals on yachts and preparing food for sustenance in field kitchens during natural disasters.

The hospitality business was not Rashty’s original career path; he came to his culinary career in 2006, when he took on the job of caring for his terminally ill father. “I was cooking for him every day, and he said you have to do something with this,” Rashty remembers. When his father passed away, Rashty went to the French Culinary Institute (now International Cu-

linary Center) in New York. His background in science was ideal for the molecular gastronomy craze that many sophisticated restaurants were embracing at the time.

Now, Rashty’s résumé holds the names of respected two- and three-star Michelin restaurants, and he’s worked alongside renowned chefs, including Masa Takayama, Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Daniel Boulud, and Michael Schwartz.

Free of a traditional kitchen, Rashty uses his gourmet culinary talents through his Yacht Series dinners. Partnering with boat owners whose vessels stay docked much of the year, he creates excursions incorporating wine, sake, and whiskey dinners—and more.

“It’s something no one else is doing,” he says. “And it’s a lot of fun.”

Several years ago, on the east coast of Florida, Rashty became involved with feeding victims of disasters, from hurricanes to fires. This led to a

position with the American Red Cross disaster assistance team.

Following Hurricane Ian, the classically trained chef was instrumental in the massive effort to feed Southwest Floridians, helping to coordinate hundreds of thousands of meals without power and amongst hurricane debris. But taking care of people is in Rashty’s blood. From the north shore of Long Island, he worked as a paramedic through college and draws on that experience when serving disaster victims.

“Seeing what we saw on the islands—Sanibel, Captiva, Fort Myers Beach—was so sad,” he says. “But food is a great way to help people and to give comfort, even to those who had nothing.”

It’s the best of both worlds for the chef. While he gets to create beautiful meals with the finest ingredients for those with discerning palates, he also feeds those who simply need food to survive.

“I know it makes a difference; I can see it makes a difference,” he notes. Rashty says there is a common thread that ties us all together: “Food is our medicine.” (chefdavidrashty.com)

WHEN HE’S NOT SERVING MULTICOURSE MEALS ON YACHTS, CHEF DAVID RASHTY FEEDS VICTIMS OF NATURAL DISASTERS

GINA BIRCH

Luck of the IRISH

There’s a new place to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day in Naples this year. Irish Times Bar & Grill opened just days before New Year’s Eve in Pavilion, a shopping center located in North Naples. Its opening has been long anticipated by fans of Irish culture and food—and by its owners.

Leasing for the pub was made official in November 2021, and an opening goal for Saint Patrick’s Day 2022 was set, according to co-owner Gerry McGovern. But the stars did not align.

McGovern is from Ireland and so is Ciaran Mosley, his business partner. The two met in New York City and for the last decade searched for the right business opportunity in the Naples area. Together, along with McGovern’s wife, Noleen, also a co-owner, they have worked to create a thriving pub atmosphere.

Dark wood, exposed brick, and plenty of high-top seating were incorporated into the restaurant’s aesthetic. The bar is long, spacious, and equipped with 20 taps that hold Irish staples such as Guinness, Harp, Smithwick’s, and

Kilkenny, along with Magners Irish Cider. You’ll also find a wide selection of Irish spirits, including whiskey and gin.

Irish Times offers iconic dishes, too, such as corned beef and cabbage and piping hot shepherd’s pie. Also on the menu are smoked Irish salmon and a traditional Irish lamb stew, topped with mashed potatoes. While there’s meat and potatoes, including curry fries (French fries covered in curry sauce), lighter options make an appearance on the menu, including the watermelon and macadamia salad with Cashel blue cheese that’s available for lunch and dinner. Vegans and those seeking gluten-free options are in luck too, as gluten-free bread and a vegan burger are available. (irishtimesnaples.com) –G.B.

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.

As our community continues to recover from Hurricane Ian, please contact restaurants directly before visiting for the most up-to-date information.

AMERICAN

485 DEGREES This from-scratch kitchen specializes in hand-cut fries, po’ boys, and porchetta and fried chicken sandwiches. 7785 Davis Blvd. Unit 105, Naples (485degrees.com)

ALEXANDER’S The tastes of farm-to-table American and European cuisine commingle at this fine dining establishment. 4077 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (alexandersnaples.com)

ALICE SWEETWATER’S BAR & GRILLE An institution of 34 years, this local favorite serves a large array of lunch and dinner fare. 1996 Airport Road S., Naples (alicesweetwatersbarandgrille.com)

THE BEVY Everything old is new again at The Bevy (short for beverage). Be sure to try the Blackberry Tom Cat, a riff on the Tom Collins, from the cocktail menu. 360 12th Ave. S., Naples (naplesbevy.com)

BILL’S CAFÉ Chef Bill Salley presides over an open kitchen that slings comfort food and connects to a welcoming dining area underscored by classic rock tunes. 947 Third Ave. N., Naples (billscafenaples.com)

BISTRO 821 A long-time favorite, thanks to executive chef Jess Housman’s menu fusing Asian, European, and domestic flavors. 821 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (bistro821.com)

BLUEBERRY’S RESTAURANT There’s something for everyone at Blueberry’s, from a hearty skillet to an egg white scramble to pancakes. 3350 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (blueberrys-restaurant.com)

BRICKTOP’S Boasting classic American dishes and an outstanding brunch featuring gems like brioche French toast and lobster Benedict. 5555 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (bricktops.com)

BROOKS BURGERS Brooks’ three Naples locations are celebrated for gourmet classics and trendy options. 330 Ninth St. S.; 2220 Logan Blvd. N. Ste. 805; 845 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (brooksburgers.com)

COOPER’S HAWK WINERY Signature dishes paired with Cooper’s Hawk wines in a casual setting. 11905 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (chwinery.com)

EJ’s BAYFRONT CAFÉ An extensive breakfast, brunch, and lunch menu served daily in a pet-friendly environment on Naples Bay. 469 Bayfront Place, Naples (ejsbayfrontcafe.com)

FUSE BBQ Stop by for Texas-style brisket, Memphisstyle ribs, and Carolina-style pork. 2500 Tamiami Trail N. #114, Naples (fusebbq.com)

GOLDIES RESTAURANT For reliable Americana cuisine and friendly service, look no further than this hidden gem. 5400 Taylor Road, Naples (goldies restaurant.com)

THE HANGOUT BY TWO GUYS Brothers Peter and Larry Falisi dish out a relaxing vibe with Italian dishes based on family recipes and “secret ingredients,” along with a mix of tacos, quesadillas, sliders, and vegan entrées. 2360 Pine Ridge Road, Naples (hangoutnaples.com)

HAROLD’S PLACE A fun, casual bar and grill that serves classic burgers, seafood, salads, and more in a tropical setting. 2555 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (naplesharoldsplace.com)

HOBNOB Elevated comfort food and sophisticated fare in a modern yet warm atmosphere. Beef and fish are brought in fresh daily and filleted on site. 720 Fifth Ave. S. Unit 101, Naples (hobnobnaples.com)

KC AMERICAN BISTRO As the name implies, regional American cuisine is on tap. 885 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (kcamericanbistro.com)

After-hours enjoyment at THE CLUB ROOM

CAMPIELLO OFFERS A PLACE TO ENJOY LIVE MUSIC AND LATE-NIGHT BITES

BY GINA BIRCH

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The Club Room is a cozy, seasonal outpost at Campiello Ristorante & Bar on Third Street South, where people mingle for craft cocktails, live music, and fabulous fare. As for the vibe, expect sophistication. Leather furniture, silk pendants, commissioned artwork, and a chic fireplace create a plush place to gather and enjoy savory eats.

Campiello made OpenTable’s list of top 100 Most Beloved Restaurants in America (2022), and the Italian restaurant’s full menu is served in The Club Room. House-made pastas include cacio e pepe, papparedelle with braised veal, and the restaurant’s signature: comforting Spaghetti Alla Chitarra with marinara and meatballs. In the mood for meat? The balsamic-glazed beef is another favorite and is also served over spaghetti.

Besides this award-winning menu, live music—often jazz—is offered seasonally at The Club Room. In addition, a late-night menu is available to patrons that includes well-curated items, such as a variety of charcuterie, antipasti, and the restaurant’s famous pizzas.

As for libations, The Club Room boasts a refined wine list, unique cocktails, and an after-dinner beverage service presented table side on the cart del salone.

If you’re more of an early bird than a night owl, early dining is available at The Club Room from 5 to 6 p.m. On Wednesdays through Sundays, live music follows, starting at 8 p.m. On Mondays and Tuesdays, music begins at 7:30 p.m. (campiel lonaples.com)

The Club Room at Campiello offers craft cocktails, live music, and signature Italian dishes such as pappardelle with braised veal (above) and fried calamari (below).

NICOLE NIXON COURTESY OF CAMPIELLO

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LAKE PARK DINER A healthy spin on classic diner fare, with an emphasis on organic meats and produce. 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, fine cuisine, and views of Venetian Bay from every seat in the dining room. 4300 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (mwaterfrontgrille.com)

MICHELBOB’S CHAMPIONSHIP RIBS & STEAKS

Family-run since 1976, Michelbob’s offers a full bar and comprehensive menu of barbecue favorites. 371 Airport-Pulling Road N., Naples (michelbobs.com)

MIDNIGHT TAVERN This laid-back gastropub serves American favorites—specialty burgers, handhelds, fries, salads, and appetizers—along with live music three nights a week. 2800 Davis Blvd., Naples (midnighttavernfl.com)

OLD NAPLES PUB AND THE VILLAGE PUB Both of these local favorites feature an array of handhelds and finger-friendly foods perfect for the casual setting. 255 13th 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 A smorgasbord of savory Southern offerings, including biscuits and gravy. 600 Goodlette Road N. Ste. 101, Naples (theroosternaples.com)

SEASONS 52 A rotating menu of healthy, seasonal dishes and international wines. 8930 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (seasons52.com)

SEVENTH SOUTH CRAFT FOOD + DRINK Owner Barry Larkin and chef Jay Schrednitz offer a locally and globally sustainable seafood program, handcut steaks, house-made pastas, and reimagined cocktails, along with a Sunday brunch. 849 Seventh Ave. S., Naples (seventhsouth.com)

SKILLETS This home-grown breakfast and lunch diner has expanded to six locations in Collier County, with several more in surrounding counties. Fuel your day with a hearty breakfast skillet, omelet, potato pancakes, and fresh fruit. Visit website for list of locations. (skilletsrestaurants.com)

SOUTH STREET GRILL Inspired by the bars and clubs on the Philadelphia street of the same name, South Street pairs home-style specialties with live music, craft beers, and cocktails. 1410 Pine Ridge Road Ste. 4, Naples (southstreetnaples.com)

TAVERN ON THE BAY This popular sports bar boasts huge televisions, great comfort food, and a lovely view of the Gordon River. 489 Bayfront Place, Naples (tavernonthebay.net)

THREE60 MARKET In addition to a stellar market, this local favorite boasts a café that serves classic, fresh fare for breakfast and lunch or an early dinner. 2891 Bayview Drive, Naples (three60market.com)

TOMMY BAHAMA RESTAURANT & BAR Born in Naples, the Tommy Bahama laid-back lifestyle is full throttle in its original festive eatery and bar at 1220

Third St. S., Naples; and Coconut Point, 23150 Fashion Drive #101, Estero (tommybahama.com)

TRUE FOOD KITCHEN The eclectic menu features anti-inflammatory dishes that will make you feel good from the inside out. 5375 Tamiami Trail N. Ste. 15, Naples (truefoodkitchen.com/naples)

TWISTED SHEEP PIZZA & BREW Artisanal specialty and custom pizzas and inventive handhelds and small bites, local brews, and “stubborn soda.” 3802 Tamiami Trail E., Naples (twistedsheeppizza.com)

THE WAREHOUSE A menu dotted with fresh, local ingredients complements an award-winning cocktail program. 9010 Bellaire Bay Drive, Naples (thewarehousenaples.com)

YABBA ISLAND GRILL A fun place for steaks, seafood, and cocktails. 711 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (yabbaisland grill.com)

YARD HOUSE With unique and plentiful tap options, Yard House offers an electric atmosphere and array of hearty American entrées. 4251 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (yardhouse.com)

Z’S MUSIC KITCHEN Kick back to live country and rhythm and blues with a plate of the chef’s Nashvillestyle hot chicken or cornmeal-encrusted grouper. 12655 Tamiami Trail E., Naples (zsmusickitchen.com)

SEAFOOD

AQUA The restaurant’s look is fresh and airy, just right for the seafood-centric menu. 862 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (aquafifth.com)

THE BAY HOUSE Overlooking the Cocohatchee River, this eatery features a beautiful dining room plus Southern-inspired seafood fare. 799 Walkerbilt Road, Naples (bayhousenaples.com)

BAYSIDE SEAFOOD GRILL & BAR This Venetian Bay favorite boasts grand water views, prime grilled meats, and seafood specialties. 4270 Gulf Shore

Blvd. N., Naples (baysideseafoodgrillandbar.com)

THE BOATHOUSE ON NAPLES BAY Arrive by car or dock your boat at this waterfront seafood restaurant overlooking Naples Bay. 990 Broad Ave. S., Naples (boathouseonnaplesbay.com)

CAPTAIN & KREWE SEAFOOD MARKET & RAW

BAR Enjoy oysters and other seafood, beer, and wine in a relaxed atmosphere. 629 Eighth St. S., Naples (cknaples.com)

THE CATCH OF THE PELICAN Fine steaks, local seafood, and hand-picked produce—much of it grown onsite—in a relaxed, sophisticated setting overlooking the pool at Naples Grande. 475 Seagate Drive, Naples (naplesgrande.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 An open-air restaurant serving fresh catches prepared with Caribbean and Latin influences. 845 12th Ave. S., Naples (dockcraytoncove.com)

FISH RESTAURANT Fabulous views of Venetian Bay complement the outstanding seafood. 4360 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (fishrestaurantnaples.com)

GROUPER & CHIPS The grouper is spectacular, as are the crab cakes, fish tacos, and bouillabaisse. 338 Ninth St. N., Naples (grouperandchipsnaples.com)

HOGFISH HARRY’S Showcasing the Gulf Coast’s bounty, Hogfish Harry’s serves up signatures such as monkfish bucco and, of course, grilled hogfish. 600 Neapolitan Way, Naples (hogfishharrys.com)

LA PESCHERIA A creative, stellar eatery that honors the culture of Italian fish markets. 474 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (lapescherianaples.com)

MR. BIG FISH This family-friendly eatery specializes in delicious chowders and locally caught seafood dishes. 754 Neapolitan Way, Naples (mrbigfish.com)

VICKI BAKER

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OCEAN PRIME Enjoy exceptional hospitality, 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, family-friendly setting. 1200 Fifth Ave. S., Naples; 591 S. Collier Blvd., Marco Island; 28580 Bonita Crossing Blvd., Bonita Springs (pinchersusa.com)

SAILS This bona fide “pescatarian’s haven” features exquisitely fresh seafood prepared to perfection. 301 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (sailsrestaurants.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 in this fine-dining restaurant. 698 Fourth Ave. S., Naples (trulucks.com)

USS NEMO UNDERSEA CUISINE & ADVENTURES

Everything is a cut above, but the signature misobroiled sea bass is a must. 3745 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (ussnemorestaurant.com)

STEAK

THE CAPITAL GRILLE Fine dining with an array of dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood, and an extensive wine list. 9005 Mercato Drive, Naples (thecapital grille.com)

CHOPS CITY GRILL A modern take on the traditional, with prime aged steaks, local seafood, and more than 100 whiskey selections. 837 Fifth Ave. S., Naples; 8200 Health Center Blvd. Ste. 100, Bonita Springs (chopscitygrill.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 modern Italian steak house. 2110 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (doronanaples.com)

THE GRILL Luxurious dining in The Ritz-Carlton, Naples features rich decor, aged prime beef, chops, and fresh seafood. 280 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (ritzcarlton.com/naples)

JIMMY P’S CHARRED Known for its Wagyu beef, the popular butcher shop’s steaks and other fine foods are served in the restaurant next door. 1833 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (jimmypscharred.com)

RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE Sophisticated decor, 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 late NFL coaching icon Don Shula, the “Shula Cut” is one of the best steaks in town. 5111 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (shulasnaples.com)

FRENCH

BISTRO LA BAGUETTE This traditional French bistro serves classic combinations like coq au vin and chateaubriand and offers cooking classes for various group sizes. 3560 Tamiami Trail E., Naples (bistrolabaguette.com)

BLEU PROVENCE Authentic dishes from the South of France are paired with wines from the vast, awardwinning selection compiled by the restaurant’s owner, Jacques Cariot. 1234 Eighth St. S., Naples (bleuprovencenaples.com)

CHEZ BOËT FRENCH HOME COOKING Lisa and Philippe Boët serve up delicious French classics in a warm, homey atmosphere. 755 12th Ave. S., Naples (chezboetnaples.com)

CÔTE D’AZUR Intimate bistro in the style of Provence serves standouts like Maine lobster roasted in a clay pot. 11224 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (cotedazur restaurant.com)

THE FRENCH BRASSERIE RUSTIQUE Rustic French cuisine and lighter fare with desserts prepared by an in-house pastry chef. 365 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (thefrenchnaples.com)

LA COLMAR BAKERY & BISTRO Authentic French beignets, quiche, croque monsieur, soups, salads, croissant sandwiches, and charcuterie and cheese boards. 80 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (lacolmar.com)

TARTINE & TARTELETTE Authentic, homemade French cuisine with wine pairings as sweet as the restaurant’s name. 11121 Health Park Blvd., Naples (tartine-tartelette.com)

MEXICAN

FELIPE’S MEXICAN TAQUERIA Casual, family-friendly eatery serving fresh classics plus hand-crafted cocktails. 4255 Tamiami Trail N.; 2220 Logan Blvd. N. Ste. 810, Naples (felipestaqueria.com)

ROCCO’S TACOS AND TEQUILA BAR Every day is Cinco de Mayo at this high-energy eatery. The signature tacos are a hit, along with the savory guacamole, made fresh tableside. 9123 Strada Place Ste. 7135, Naples (roccostacos.com)

TACOS & TEQUILA CANTINA The many varieties of tacos are made with fresh, local products and handmade tortillas. 4834 Davis Blvd.; 8971 Tamiami Trail N., Naples; 10952 Eagle Village Drive, Fort Myers (tacosandtequilanaples.com)

TAQUERIA SAN JULIAN This neighborhood destination serves up 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, complete with hormone- and antibiotic-free meats, handmade and gluten-free tortillas, and organic salads. 410 Ninth St. N.; 1514 Immokalee Road #116, 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, with elegant cuisine and a 4,000-bottle wine tower. 24041 Tamiami Trail S., Bonita Springs (angelinasofbonitasprings.com)

BARBATELLA Pizzas and pastas are delish, but don’t overlook offerings like the grilled salmon. Save room for the signature Nutella pizza. 1290 Third St. S., Naples (barbatellanaples.com)

BAR TULIA This late-night brother of Osteria Tulia serves outstanding pizzas and a variety of irresistible small bites. 462 Fifth Ave. S.; 9118 Strada Place Ste. 8150, Naples (bartulia.com)

BELLINI The Bellini family treats guests to cuisine inspired by matriarch “Nonna” Maria. 2331 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (bellininaples.com)

BRIO ITALIAN GRILLE The location in Waterside Shops makes this a popular place for pre- and postshopping meals. 5505 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (brioitalian.com)

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CAMPIELLO RISTORANTE & BAR This mainstay on Third Street South is a perennial gathering place for great food and people-watching. 1177 Third St. S., Naples (campiellonaples.com)

DEROMO’S GOURMET MARKET & RESTAURANT

Dine on home-style dishes, then shop for gourmet items to take home. The Promenade, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs (deromos.com)

GRAPPINO This latest venture from Ingrid and Fabrizio

Aielli celebrates Fabrizio’s Venetian roots and houses one of the country’s most comprehensive grappa bars. 90 Ninth St. N., Naples (grappinonaples.com)

LA TRATTORIA Old-world charm abounds at this Neapolitan-style pizzeria, where pie options are divided between rosse (red) and blanche (white). 878 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (latrattorianaples.com)

MINO This casual eatery specializes in pizza and trattoria dishes, including freshly made pastas and appetizers like the ever-popular arancini. 1100 Sixth Ave. S., Naples (minofl.com)

MOLTO TRATTORIA The homemade pasta, sauces, pizza Napoletana, and home-style cuisine are all topnotch. 368 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (moltonaples.com)

OSTERIA TULIA Chef Vincenzo Betulia’s authentically rustic venue and “peasant” cuisine are delizioso 466 Fifth Ave. S., Naples(osteriatulia.com)

PARMESAN PETE’S Chef and owner Peter Della Rocca creates meals that taste like a “big bite of Brooklyn.” 7935 Airport-Pulling Road, Naples (parmesanpetes.com)

PAZZO! CUCINA ITALIANA The “friendly neighborhood” restaurant has been serving dishes using made-from-scratch sauces, pastas, and desserts for more than 20 years. 853 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (pazzoitaliancafe.com)

ASIAN

21 SPICES BY CHEF ASIF Chef Asif R. Syed offers classical Indian cuisine created with his special collection of spices. 4270 Tamiami Trail E. #21, Naples (21spicesdining.com)

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, including specialties like Surf & Turf with blue crab, tuna, beef filet carpaccio, and cucumber. 9118 Strada Place, Naples (aznrestaurant.com)

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 (naplesfujiyama.com)

LE INDYA Having grown up on India’s southern coast, chef Suman Chaniyil creates authentic classics rich with flavor and finesse. 975 Pine Ridge Road, Naples (leindya.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. 8847 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 (sushithaitoo.com and sushithaidowntown.com)

VEGAN KITCHEN The wide-ranging Asian menu includes influences from China, Thailand, and Vietnam, with many gluten-free options. 794 Neapolitan Way, Naples (vegan-kitchen.us)

GLOBAL

ARIO Designed for the “global nomad,” the menu focuses on dry-aged meats, local seafood, and salts and spices from around the world. 400 S. Collier Blvd., Marco Island (marriott.com)

BHA! BHA! PERSIAN BISTRO Michael Mir’s popular restaurant serves up savory lamb dishes and a wide choice of colorful and delicious Persian specialties. 865 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (bhabhabistro.com)

CELEBRATION PARK NAPLES This waterfront bar and food truck park has something for everyone, from Maine lobster and Greek gyros, to Asian fusion and Southern barbecue. 2880 Becca Ave., Naples (facebook.com/ celebrationparknaples)

DEL MAR Chef David Vilchez’s seafood, family-style shareables, Turkish flatbreads, and wood-fired entrées, such as lamb shank and ribeye, are infused with the flavors of the Mediterranean coast. 494 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (delmarnaplesrestaurant.com)

FERNANDEZ THE BULL CUBAN CAFÉ Two locations serve traditional Cuban cuisine with a few twists. 1201 Piper Blvd.; 3375 Pine Ridge Road, Naples (fernandez thebull.com)

FUSE GLOBAL CUISINE Chef-owner Greg Scarlatos uses flavors and ingredients from around the world to create a diverse menu. 2500 Tamiami Trail N. #115, Naples (fuseglobalcuisine.com)

JANE’S CAFÉ ON THIRD Having worked in places such as London, Hong Kong, and Frankfurt, the owners of this popular downtown spot offer a world of breakfast and lunch choices. 1209 Third St. S., Naples (janesgardencafe.com)

LAMORAGA Spanish cuisine with an international twist is served along with a wide selection of fine wines. 3936 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (lamoragarestaurant.com)

LIMA RESTAURANT & PISCO BAR This East Naples restaurant captures the essence of the Peruvian capital’s vibrant cuisine. 5047 Tamiami Trail E., Naples (lima-restaurant.com)

NOODLES ITALIAN CAFÉ AND SUSHI BAR Top-quality sushi, parmesans, and piccatas served all in one place. 1585 Pine Ridge Road, Naples (noodlescafe.com)

NOSH ON NAPLES BAY Small plates, or noshes, are the specialty at this fine-dining establishment, the latest venture from its award-winning chef, Todd Johnson. The Grilled Octopus Nosh is a fan favorite. 1490 Fifth Ave. S. Ste. 101, Naples (noshon naplesbay.com)

PETAR’S RESTAURANT Chef Petar’s internationally inspired fare is superbly fresh. 3300 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs (petarsrestaurant.com)

VERANDA E The signature restaurant at Escalante hotel offers an eclectic fusion of Asian and French-influenced flavors in a romantic tropical setting. 290 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (hotelescalante.com)

THE VINE ROOM This speakeasy-inspired venue with 1920s decor calls itself an “elevated cocktail lounge” but it also serves wine and small plates from around the globe. 465 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (vineroom.com)

MINDFUL MIXOLOGIST

SOARING into March

THIS MONTH PROMISES NEW BEGINNINGS AND CELEBRATIONS

BY JULES ARON

Whether you’re honoring women’s rights and achievements on International Women’s Day, observing the beginning of spring, or celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day, you’ll have no shortage of opportunities to toast in March. Enter the Pineapple Express. A playful riff on the Jungle Bird—a tropical negroni that debuted in the 1970s—this version is as light and vibrant as the month itself. By blending a decidedly botanical rum with juicy pineapple, a bright aperitivo , and a touch of (green!) aromatic basil, a new bird takes fl ight.

Pineapple Express Ingredients

1 1/2 oz. Pa’lante Botanical Rum

3/4 oz. Cocchi Americano Bianco

1/2 oz. fresh lime juice

1/2 oz. agave syrup

1 1/2 oz. basil and pineapple juice (recipe below)

Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Strain into an old-fashioned glass filled with crushed ice.

Basil and Pineapple Juice Ingredients (makes 1 cup)

1/3 pineapple, peeled, cut, and heart removed

1 small bunch basil

Add all ingredients to a juicer or blender and juice/blend before straining.

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Self-defense training can benefit anyone, but it may be especially helpful for women and for children dealing with bullies. The Academy of Martial Arts in Naples incorporates self-defense into their regular karate training but also offers stand-alone classes for those interested in the basics. Director Deb Hamilton says they work on skills ranging from how to avoid someone attacking you to teaching kids that it’s okay to hit adults who are trying to grab them. “If someone attacks you, the first thing you do is freeze,” Hamilton explains. “By practicing repeated self-defense techniques, you create body memory so you have an initial reaction.” Everyone is welcome in the dedicated self-defense course, and no experience is needed. But while the class will give you the basic information, Hamilton recommends further training or even taking the class multiple times. If you “do it once, then as soon as you leave, that body memory is not there,” she explains. Even if you can’t commit in the long-term though, Hamilton advises that everyone complete at least the one self-defense class: “It’s better than nothing.”

(napleskarate.com) –Erika Klein

Clued into CAFFEINE

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, 400 mg of caffeine per day (or four to five cups of coffee) isn’t harmful to most healthy adults. But Betsy Opyt, a licensed dietitian and integrative functional nutrition specialist in Naples, says each person’s ideal daily caffeine intake differs. “A lot of it depends on the way your body metabolizes caffeine,” she explains. “It’s knowing your body and the way it associates with food.”

If you’re like many people, you’re very familiar with caffeine from your morning cup (or cups) of coffee. National Caffeine Awareness Month in March invites you to consider the common pick-me-up a little more closely. Recent research suggests that consuming moderate amounts of caffeine may lower your risk of some diseases, improve performance when exercising, and provide the well-known benefit of reducing fatigue. At the same time, too much caffeine over a long period of time may have negative effects. So what’s the optimal amount?

To gauge appropriate levels of caffeine for your body, Opyt first recommends paying attention to how well you’re sleeping. If you have a smartwatch, she suggests checking your heart rate for correlations with the amount of caffeine you’re consuming each day. When you’re feeling stressed, she advises skipping the caffeine. Or, for lower caffeine options that can still help perk you up, she recommends coffee alternatives like matcha and other teas. Opyt also offers a few additional points to keep in mind when choosing a caffeinated food or beverage.

“You want it to be from a natural source; you don’t want to get it from things like energy drinks,” she explains, noting that tea, coffee, and dark chocolate provide health benefits like antioxidants in addition to caffeine. For a healthy caffeine kick, try her chocolate pudding recipe at right. (healthyconceptsconsulting.com) –E.K.

Delayed Diagnosis: HOW TO COPE

Recent research indicates that many diagnoses and treatments were likely delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This rings true for Lindita Hobdari, MD, a family physician at Hobdari Family Health in Naples, who has seen more patients appearing with heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and other conditions. She notes that—for some people—receiving a chronic disease diagnosis can feel like the end of the world. “It’s not,” she says. “You live with it, you manage it.” If you’re in this situation, Hobdari recommends focusing on improving your health with lifestyle changes like regular exercise and a healthy diet full of different colored produce. While you may have periods of remission, she says in most cases the disease is still there, so keep taking medications as prescribed by your doctor. She adds that it’s important to use trusted

Chocolate Dream Pudding

Ingredients:

1 ripe avocado, peeled and quartered

1/4 cup cacao powder

1/4 cup raw honey or substitute with your favorite natural vegan sweetener

1/4 cup almond milk

1 tsp. vanilla extract

Berries and mint for garnish

Directions:

Put all the ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Transfer the pudding to individual ramekins, top with fresh fruit and/or a sprig of mint, serve, and enjoy!

online sources, such as the American Academy of Family Physicians or the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, to learn about medical conditions instead of turning to Google. Hobdari also suggests leaning on your family and friends for emotional support and seeking out therapy if you need extra help. (hobdarihealth.com) –E.K.

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HIP HEALTH TIPS

Hip mobility or flexibility can affect people at any age and often decline because of a sedentary lifestyle. Why does this matter? “If you’re lacking in flexibility, then your muscles won’t have the power to contract and push you in any direction that you’re trying to go,” explains Ashley Reed, the clinic director of Fyzical Northeast Naples. When people sit too much, “hip flexors are going to become overly tight and our glutes are going to become overly weak, and that creates an imbalance, which then leads down a path of having poor posture,” notes Reed. That’s why difficulty getting out of the car, lower back pain, and even trouble swinging a golf club may actually stem from your hips—everything is connected. The way to improve hip mobility, she says, is by stretching your calves and hamstrings and increasing your glute strength. She recommends exercises like climbing stairs, doing squats, and walking sideways or backwards. (Tip: Start off in a pool if you have trouble balancing.) The important thing is not to neglect your hips. “I think people do a great job of working their quads in the front and their hamstrings in the back, but we forget that we have an outside and an inside to the hip as well,” Reed adds. “We have to work all of those muscles equally in order to continue to keep our hips functioning well.” (fyzical.com) –E.K.

Understanding Skin Spots

Have you noticed flat brown spots appearing on your hands, face, or other parts of your body? Known as lentigines, these areas of increased pigment develop after years of sun exposure or sunburn and are influenced by your genetics, skin type, and habits.

“Why one spot versus another [on your body]? We don’t know,” says Debra L. Bailey, MD, a dermatologist and founder of High Tide Dermatology Center in Naples. She explains that the spots aren’t a problem

unless you see them change, which could indicate cancer. If you dislike how they appear aesthetically, you can help prevent them by limiting your sun exposure and wearing sun-protective clothing (Bailey notes that sunscreen is only partially protective). For existing spots, cosmetic treatments include cryosurgery to freeze them off, lasers to remove them, fading creams to lighten them, or a chemical peel to improve appearance.

Bailey advises being careful of home remedies and recommends talking to a dermatologist to determine the best course of treatment. Most of all, keep an eye on the spots and get them checked if you develop numerous areas or if they start changing. This is especially the case if you have lighter skin and are at higher risk from sun exposure, explains Bailey. “Those people are more susceptible to skin cancer, so they should be monitored more closely.” (naplesdermdoc.com) —E.K.

LIVING WITH IVEY

House of TOXINS

WHAT COULD BE LURKING IN YOUR CLEANING PRODUCTS AND PUTTING YOUR HEALTH IN JEOPARDY

BY IVEY LEIDY PHOTOGRAPHY BY NATHAN COE

For most of us, our homes are our sanctuaries, a space where we feel safest and most comfortable. We take pride in decorating and keeping them clean and tidy, but what we might not realize is that the typical home’s air quality may be up to five times more polluted than the air outdoors, according to studies conducted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Considering that the average American spends roughly 90 percent of their time inside, taking a good look at what affects our indoor air quality can have a huge impact on our health and well-being.

Ironically, what we use to clean our homes are often top culprits. Ever notice yourself holding your breath as you spray an oven or counter cleaner because it irritates your eyes

or causes headaches? It could be doing far more with chronic exposure. The chemicals commonly found in our cleaning products, detergents, and personal care items not only cause direct irritation, but they can also exacerbate allergies, asthma, reproductive and developmental issues, autoimmune diseases, neurological damage, and hormone disruption. Furthermore, just because something claims to be natural, clean, green, or biodegradable does not mean it’s nontoxic. Many brands engage in “greenwashing,” the act of marketing something as environmentally sensitive without following through on those promises. Studies have shown that up to 95 percent of so-called “green” products contain toxic ingredients; this can happen because there’s a huge gray area in which manufacturers don’t have to disclose certain ingredients. For example, the term “fragrance” can cover a vast array of potentially harmful chemicals.

Read on to discover some of the top toxic ingredients and recipes for cleaner swaps.

TOP 10 OFFENDERS

Phthalates: Found in most “fragrances.” Instead opt for unscented, fragrance-free, or products scented with essential oils.

Ammonia: Found in glass cleaners, stainless-steel polish, floor cleaners, and cleaning sprays.

Chlorine: Found in bleach, toilet cleaners, and shower cleaners.

Sodium hydroxide: Found in oven and drain cleaners.

Perchloroethylene (PERC): Found in dry-cleaning products and stain removers.

Volatile organic compounds (VOCs): Common sources include bleach, laundry and dishwashing detergents, disinfectant sprays, and paint.

Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS): Used in nonstick cookware as well as Scotchgard.

Triclosan: Found in antibacterial soaps and detergents as well as toothpaste.

Quaternary ammonium compounds (Quats): Found in disinfectant wipes, sprays, sanitizers, and dryer sheets. For an alternative to dryer sheets, try wool dryer balls.

2-butoxyethanol: Found in allpurpose spray cleaners.

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NONTOXIC CLEANING SUPERHEROES

CLEANING

DIY NONTOXIC CLEANING PRODUCTS

« For stainless steel: In a glass spray bottle, combine 1 cup distilled white vinegar, 1/2 cup olive oil, and 20 drops lemon essential oil.

« All-purpose cleaner: In a glass spray bottle, combine 1/2 cup distilled white vinegar, 1 1/2 cups filtered water, and 20 drops antibacterial/antimicrobial essential oil of your choice.

« For marble or granite: In a glass spray bottle, combine 1/2 cup isopropyl alcohol, 1 1/2 cups filtered water, 1/2 tsp. pure castile soap, and 20 drops antibacterial/antimicrobial essential oil of your choice.

« For windows: In a glass spray bottle, combine 1 cup isopropyl alcohol, 1 cup filtered water, and 1 tbsp. distilled white vinegar.

« For ovens: Combine 1/2 cup baking soda, 1/4 cup castile soap or nontoxic dish soap, and 3/4 cup filtered water into a paste. Apply thin layer to oven surfaces and racks. Let sit for 20 minutes. Scrub with a sponge or steel wool to remove any stuck-on grime and wipe clean with a dry towel.

Baking soda: Due to its alkalinity, baking soda is great for killing odor (which is acidic) and breaking down grease and grime.

Vinegar: Because of its acidity, vinegar can dissolve mineral deposits, grease, and grime and kill bacteria.

Alcohol (70 to 90 percent): Kills bacteria, disinfects surfaces, and removes stains.

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Hydrogen peroxide: Works as a nontoxic bleach on stains and whites and kills bacteria.

Essential oils: Many essential oils contain antibacterial/antimicrobial properties. Some go-tos are orange, grapefruit, lime, peppermint, rosemary, cinnamon, lemon, lavender, eucalyptus, tea tree, clove, and thyme.

« Sink, bath, or shower scrub: Combine 1/2 cup baking soda, 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar, and 10 drops antibacterial/antimicrobial essential oil of your choice into a paste. Apply to surfaces and scrub with a sponge or brush.

« For mildew or mold: In a glass spray bottle, combine 1/2 cup hydrogen peroxide, 1 1/2 cups water, and 20 drops tea tree essential oil. Spray mixture on surface and let sit for 1 hour. Scrub if needed, or simply rinse.

« For floors: In a bucket, combine 1/2 cup distilled white vinegar, 1 gallon water, and 10 drops antibacterial/antimicrobial essential oil of your choice. Use to mop as normal.

« For exercise mats: In a glass spray bottle, combine 1/2 cup witch hazel, 1/2 cup alcohol, 1 cup water, and 15 drops antibacterial/antimicrobial essential oil of your choice.

GOOD NATURE

Spring Cleaning

EMBRACE A TIME OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND PERSONAL RENEWAL

BY TAMMY FENDER

The tradition of spring cleaning resonates with me on so many levels. The early spring is a great time to detoxify the body and release the built-up stodginess of the winter months. I like to focus on my diet, eating fruits and vegetables in their most natural, raw state, while also drinking lots of water. Over the years I’ve found that, for many, drinking fresh cucumber juice and antioxidant-rich celery juice can help flush the system of potential toxins. Another detoxifying libation is dandelion tea, which boasts a range of vitamins and minerals and is celebrated in traditional herbalism for its ability to support the kidneys and liver.

state, while also drinking lots of

I love bringing this feeling of freshness to the skin, too, by employing treatments and protocols designed to gently polish away dullness. In addition to making skin supple, dry brushing can activate the lymphatic system and facilitate healthy detoxification. I also incorporate mineral salt baths into my routine to cleanse away fatigue and restore energy.

As the days grow longer and brighter, now is the perfect opportunity to awaken new ideas, coordinate new plans, and activate new habits—whether that means getting serious about an exercise regimen, committing to foreign language lessons, or booking a weekend retreat with friends. In the same way, the change of season can spur you to clean up your thoughts and

words, eliminating self-deprecating talk, unsympathetic criticism, or unkind sentiments about others. You’ll be amazed at how much lighter and open you’ll feel. If you catch yourself in negativity, don’t worry: This practice can take a few weeks to build. Yet, I’ve found that initiating these shifts over time can change your perspective completely. After all, these are the moments that fill our days and, ultimately, become the content of our lives.

words, eliminating unsympathetic criticism,

on, and thyme essential oils to refresh the air and wake up your senses in the most subtle and invigorating way.

Then, embark on an energetic cleansing ritual using sound vibration to clean stagnancy out of the home. First, open a few windows to let out any staleness. Next, with a bell, chime, or crystal bowl, wander through your home and re-energize every corner, ringing your environment into perfect harmony.

Refresh and recharge your body, mind, soul, and home by embarking on various spring cleaning rituals and traditions.

Start out with a small gesture of symbolic spring cleaning. Use a diffuser spiked with a blend of eucalyptus, lem-

As all these enlivening efforts build momentum, I think you’ll find they gain the power to shift our emotions too, ushering in a season of amplified intention and brighter ease. «

Have a ball in the bath with pampering, decadently fragrant products for hair, face, and body: Krigler Villa America 220 Soap with notes of sagebrush, magnolia, amber, and sandalwood ($85, krigler.com); Borghese Roma Advanced Fango Active Purifying Mud Mask with Siberian ginseng root, chaga mushroom, and bentonite clay ($50, borghese.com); Barneys New York Beauty Sentiage Body Wash Better Than Ever with scent-in-trap technology ($48, barneys-beauty.com); Noeud Soaps in sandalwood-scented Soft White and olive-scented Olive Green ($24, 54celsius.com); Leland Francis Twenty-Nine Botanical Serum with anti-inflammatory, balancing, hydrating, and nourishing sea buckthorn, tamanu, alfalfa, and jasmine oils to protect and brighten ($90, lelandfrancis.com); Kevin Murphy Scalp.Spa Treatment Calming Foam Masque ($45, kevinmurphy.com.au); and Shikohin Revitalizing Body Scrub with exfoliating hemp fiber and rice extract ($36, shikohin.com). —Abigail Duffy

DIVE IN

WEALTH

Carry that WEIGHT

THE INS AND OUTS OF THE CARRIED INTEREST LOOPHOLE

BY JUDY MARTEL

When the sweeping Inflation Reduction Act became law in August, one proposed change to a tax provision was removed at the eleventh hour, causing considerable controversy. The provision, called carried interest, is not one that most people can even explain, but it has been a touchstone in the ongoing argument that the IRS code unfairly allows the rich to get richer.

Carried interest refers to the favorable capital gains tax treatment for profits paid to investment managers and partners, particularly in alternative assets such as private equity, hedge funds, and venture capital funds. Typically, 20 percent of the profits of a fund are shared among managers. Because most of their compensation is in the form of carried interest, they pay the lower capital gains tax rate, which tops out at 20 percent, on the bulk of their income, rather than the top 37 percent federal income tax rate. The latest reform under the Inflation Reduction Act would not have done away with carried interest, but it would have increased the capital gains holding period by two years, among other changes.

Critics decr y carried interest as a loophole for the wealthy. Supporters say it’s justifiable incentive for the risks these funds take on. Either way, it has endured multiple Congressional attacks and survived.

Sofia Johan, associate professor of finance at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, says the reason carried interest is considered a loophole is because many of these fund managers are putting little to none of their own money at risk, compared with the potential profit. “If you or I as investors put up our money, we expect to be compensated in some way for taking risk. There is an opportunity cost because the money we invest could be used for something else.” The potential payoff for investors, she adds, provides the incentive to

take the gamble. “But for many of these fund managers, there is no opportunity cost.”

Yet in some ways, carried interest is just the same as the stock options paid to CEOs of major companies, which make up most of their income, says Johan. “So then how do you differentiate between CEOs and venture capital managers? They all have a major financial stake in the success of the company or fund.”

In addition, if there is no profit, there is no carried interest, so managers are incentivized to perform, explains Johan. Contrast that with a mutual fund, where investors pay management fees whether the fund performs well or not. “If you have kids and they do poorly in school, you still have to clothe and feed them, but if you incentivize them by saying you’ll pay them $100 if they get an A, it’s kind of the same idea.”

When the funds do well, it also impacts more than just the wealthy, Johan adds. Pensions, insurance companies, banks, and other institutional investors need to diversify their cash holdings into alternative investments that don’t correlate to stocks and bonds. They often invest in hedge funds or venture capital, and the performance of the funds is reflected in the overall health of the pension or institution.

Democrats have estimated that closing the loophole would result

dreams.

in $14 billion in additional tax revenue over the next decade. But Johan argues that might come at the cost of innovation for U.S. companies such as Amazon. “Virtually all successful public companies have benefited from venture capital and private equity fund investors,” she says. “Without carried interest as incentive, what would happen to the next Tesla? The only way to know the answer is to test it by removing the carried interest benefit, and I don’t know who would want to make that call.” «

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NEAPOLITAN ENTERPRISES

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THE HOTTEST CULTURE AND COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS

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WHAT’S COOKING?

The Naples Woman’s Club invites you to explore fare from some of the area’s finest chefs with “A New Culinary Adventure, Exploring the Flavors of Naples,” a series of gastronomic demonstrations between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on March 22 in the ballroom adjacent to Saint John the Evangelist Catholic Church in North Naples. More than 10 chefs will present bite-size servings of a luncheon category: salad, a main dish, or dessert, plus wine. The selections range from Italian to French and Indian. Guests move from booth to booth to visit

with the chefs and savor the offerings.

For the past two years, culinary adventure luncheons presented by the Naples Woman’s Club generated more than $150,000 in grants to help those who face food insecurity and homelessness. This year’s culinary adventure, taking place under one roof and on the same day, will provide funding for grants to those agencies that continue to help in addressing these most basic of human concerns. Ticket prices range from $175 to $250. (napleswomansclub.org)

–Gaylene Salomons

ARTS & EVENTS

GOINGS ON & PERFORMANCES

1 Art Alive!, open studios and live demonstrations, Naples Art District, also March 2, free. (naplesartdistrict.com)

The Sound of Music, The Naples Players, Blackburn Hall, Sugden Community Theatre, Naples, to April 2, $47. (naplesplayers.org)

Sunset Wednesdays, enjoy extended hours to savor the magic of a Naples sunset, Naples Botanical Garden, also March 8, 15, 22, and 29, free with garden admission. (naplesgarden.org)

2 Chicago Symphony Orchestra, visiting orchestra series, Hayes Hall, Artis—Naples, also March 4, $109-$174. (artisnaples.org)

3 Friends of Foster Children Forever Annual Boogie Bash, White Party, The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón, $500. (friendsoffosterchildren.net)

Jewish Book Festival, author event with Diane Smith, mother of author Mallory Smith (Salt in My Soul), Jewish Federation of Greater Naples, virtual,

(jewishbookfestival.org)

4 Art in the Park, juried art show, Cambier Park, Naples, free. (fifth avenuesouth.com)

6 Corkscrew Night Walk, Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, Naples, $40. (corkscrew.audubon.org)

$25.

Clockwise from top left: View Cup of Coffee by Dmitri Annenkov at East West Fine Art through March 19; Into the Bloom and other works by Dario Campanile debut at Emillions Art March 16; celebrate Barron Collier’s birthday at the Grapefruit Gala at Museum of the Everglades March 24.

Imagine Solutions Conference—Leadership, Innovation, Inspiration, 20 speakers address 10 important topics in one day, Arthrex One, Naples, $700. (imaginesolutionsconfer ence.com)

Masquerade: Gulfshore Playhouse Gala, evening event featuring bubbles, baubles, and Broadway, The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón, $600. (gulfshoreplayhouse.org)

Renée Elise Goldsberry, with the Naples Philharmonic, Hayes Hall, Artis—Naples, $85 and up. (artisnaples.org)

7 Early Birding Walk, Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, Naples, also March 14, 21 and 28, ages 16 and up, $30. (corkscrew.audu bon.org)

Naples Tables: “Fun Fabulous Festive!,” evening reception, The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón, $375. (leagueclub.org)

8 Naples Tables: “Fun Fabulous Festive!,” luncheon, The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón, $450. (leagueclub.org)

What is GIS? Mapping in the Reserve, lunch and learn lecture series, Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center, Naples, $20. (rookerybay.org)

9 An Afternoon with Authors, fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity with New York Times best-selling authors Karen White, Meg Waite Clayton, and Kristy Woodson Harvey, Naples Woman’s Club, $150. (napleswomansclub.org)

PICKS

THE LARGEST PRIVATELY FUNDED SAINT PATRICK’S DAY PARADE IN THE STATE BRINGS PEOPLE TOGETHER IN DOWNTOWN NAPLES TO CELEBRATE IRISH HERITAGE AND CULTURE IN AMERICA ON MARCH 11. THE HOURLONG PARADE STARTS AT 11 A.M. AND WENDS ITS WAY FROM THIRD STREET SOUTH TO FIFTH AVENUE SOUTH. (FIFTHAVENUE SOUTH.COM)

TOUR THE SWAMP UNDER THE STARS

You never know what you will hear or see on a walk through the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary after dark. A night visit promises the sounds of calling insects, or perhaps the grunt of an alligator and a hoot or two from an owl. Along the two-mile boardwalk trail, a naturalist will take you on a guided tour where you learn about the nocturnal biodiversity of the swamp and adaptations that enable wildlife to thrive. Spend a couple of hours under the stars in the swamp on Monday, March 6; online reservations required, $40 per person. (corkscrew.audubon.org) —G.S.

GET INSPIRED BY THOUGHT LEADERS, GAME CHANGERS, AND INVENTORS ACROSS THE LANDSCAPE OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, MEDICINE, EDUCATION, THE ARTS, EXPLORATION, AND MORE AT THE 2023 IMAGINE SOLUTIONS CONFERENCE ON MARCH 6 AT THE ARTHREX ONE CENTER IN NAPLES, $700. (IMAGINESOLUTION SCONFERENCE.COM)

Ancient Forest Tours, Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, Naples, also March 16 and 23, ages 16 and up, $30. (corkscrew.audubon. org)

Evening on Fifth, live musical performances along Fifth Avenue South, Naples, also March 17, free. (fifthavenuesouth.com)

The Goodbye Girl, famed comedic musical about love and commitment, TheatreZone, G&L Theatre at Community School of Naples, to March 19, $50-$85. (theatre.zone)

Watercolors & Wildlife: Sea Stars, paint with local artist Jan Deswik, Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center, Naples, $85. (rookerybay.org)

11 An Evening with Leslie Odom Jr., performing hits from Broadway and beyond, Hayes Hall, Artis—Naples, $69 and up. (artisnaples.org)

Fine Arts & Craft Show, Cambier Park, Naples, free. (fifth avenuesouth.com)

Music in the Garden, area musicians perform on the outdoor stage in the Water Garden, Naples Botanical Garden, included with regular admission. (naplesgarden.org)

Path2Freedom Red Gala, a fundraising evening of cocktails, dinner, dancing, and auctions, Elite Jets Hangar, Naples $275. (path2freedom.org)

THESE EVENT DETAILS ARE CURRENT AS OF PRESS TIME, BUT PLEASE CONTACT THE VENUE OR PRESENTER FOR THE MOST UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION.

COURTESY OF ARTIS—NAPLES

From top: Vanessa Rubin and Renée Elise Goldsberry make appearances at Artis—Naples this month.

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Saint Patrick’s Day Parade, along Fifth Avenue South, Naples, free. (fifthavenuesouth.com)

Southwest Florida Archaeology Day, celebrate Florida Archaeology month at a family-friendly day, Collier Museum at Government Center, Naples, free. (colliermuseums.com)

12 Gulfshore Opera Gala, concert, Vanderbilt Presbyterian Church, Naples, $45. (gulfshoreopera.org)

Gulfshore Opera Gala, reception and dinner, The Club at the Strand, Naples, gala package $300. (gulfshoreopera.org)

Itzhak Perlman, a multimedia documentary about the violin virtuoso, Hayes Hall, Artis—Naples, $83 and up. (artisnaples.org)

13 Nick Linn Lecture Series, Robert Dugoni, author of The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell, The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón, tickets sold as a series package, $500-$675. (collier-friends.org)

14 Jewish Book Festival, author event with Erica Katz (Fake), Jewish Federation of Greater Naples, virtual, $25. (jewishbookfestival.org)

15 Make-and-Take, fun family workshop in the John and Jeanne Rowe Performance and Learning Center, The Baker Museum, Artis—Naples, free with museum admission. (artisnaples.org)

FLORAL BEAUTY IN BLOOM

The Naples Flower Show, an annual partnership between the Naples Botanical Garden and the Naples Garden Club, has blossomed into the largest juried flower show in Florida. This year’s show, titled “Just Imagine,” takes place at the garden on March 17 and 18. Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy spectacular floral designs, botanical arts, tropical plants, educational displays, and interactive demonstrations from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., $25 for adults, $10 for children 4 to 14, and children under 3 are free. (naplesgardenclub.org) —G.S.

17 Naples Flower Show & Garden Market, Naples Botanical Garden, also March 18, free with admission to garden. (naplesgardenclub.org)

18 Art Alive!, open studios and live demonstrations, Naples Art District, free. (naplesartdistrict.com)

22 All That Jazz, with special vocalist guest Vanessa Rubin, Daniels Pavilion, Artis—Naples, $62 and up. (artisnaples.org)

Jewish Book Festival, two author event: Ira Rosen (Ticking Clock) and Jen Maxfield (More After the Break), Jewish Federation of Greater Naples, in person and virtual, $25. (jewishbookfestival.org)

A New Culinary Adventure, explore the flavors of the area’s finest chefs to benefit food and shelter insecurities within the community, Saint John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Naples, $175-$250. (napleswoman sclub.org)

23 Art and Design Expo, collaboration between artists, interior designers, and designer showrooms, Naples Art District, through March 25, free. (naplesart district.com)

Chatham County Line, a veteran bluegrass ensemble performs, Daniels Pavilion, Artis—Naples, $56. (artisnaples.org)

Get Organized: How to Downsize & Simplify Your Life, class presented by professional organizer Marlo Ottenstein, FGCU Naples Campus, also avail-

able online, $30. (fgcu.edu)

24 An Evening of Overtures, Naples Philharmonic Special Performance, Hayes Hall, Artis—Naples, $29 and up. (artisnaples.org)

Grapefruit Gala, celebrate county founder Barron Collier’s birthday at a country dance while sampling citrus, Museum of the Everglades, free. (colliermuseums.com)

25 10K Run for Music, Gulf Coast Runners presents the annual race in support of youth education programs, Artis—Naples, $30 advance registration, $40 day of. (artisnaples.org)

Barefoot in the Park, a Broadway comedy in film format, Norris Center, Naples, through April 16, $45 and up. (gulfshoreplayhouse.org)

Naples Downtown Art Show, Fifth Avenue, Naples, free. (naplesart.org)

Naples Fine Art Show, Paradise Coast Sports Complex, Naples, also March 26, free. (hotworks.org)

27 Nick Linn Lecture Series, David Baldacci, author of Dream Town, The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón, tickets sold as a series package, $500-$675. (collierfriends.org)

30 Believing in Girls Empowerment Luncheon, Pace Center for Girls, Collier at Immokalee will celebrate 25 years at an inspirational event, The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón, $200. (pacecenter.org)

NICK SHIRGHIO

NICK SHIRGHIO

NICK SHIRGHIO

VISUAL ARTS & GALLERIES

The Baker Museum at Artis—Naples. “Love Stories” from the National Portrait Gallery, London, to May 7; “Naples Collects 2022-23” to Oct. 15. (artisnaples. org)

East West Fine Art, Naples. “The Devil is in the Details,” experience the illusion of the third dimension with two hyperrealist painters, Husan Kasimov and Dmitri Annenkov, to March 19. (eastwestfineart.com)

Emillions Art, Naples. Exhibition of works by Dario Campanile, March 16 to April 12. (emillionsart.com)

Hayes Hall Galleries at Artis—Naples. “Florida Contemporary 2022-23,” annual exhibition presents notable visual artists practicing in Florida, to July 16. (artisnaples.org)

Marco Island Historical Museum. “Clyde Butcher’s Cuba: The Natural Beauty,” large format black and white images feature the beauty of the island of Cuba, to April 29. (themihs.org)

Naples Art. “Miradas de Mujeres: Isabelle de Borchgrave and the World of Frida Kahlo,” to June 11. (naplesart.org)

Naples Botanical Garden. “Frida and Her Garden,” explore a re-creation of La Casa Azul, the artist’s iconic blue home in Coyoacán, Mexico City, and encounter monumental animal sculptures adorned with folk art representing important influences on Kahlo’s life and work, to Sept. 10; included in garden admission. (naplesgarden.org)

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EASY BEING GREEN

While flocks of Neapolitans don Saint Paddy’s Day attire this month, Bonnie, a 26-year-old military macaw at Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens, wears green year-round. She keeps her enviable plumage looking fabulous with frequent baths in the rain or from a hose. As an animal ambassador, Bonnie can sometimes be spotted with one of her keepers greeting guests throughout the zoo’s 43 acres. According to zoo staff, she craves peanuts and walnuts, using her powerful beak to break through the hard shells. Atypical of many parrot species, Bonnie is a bird of few words; her favorite utterance is “wow.” She’s no birdbrain though. This clever chick is trained to participate in her own care by voluntarily hopping on the scale, as well as presenting her wings for checkups and her feet for nail trimming. Wow, indeed!

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