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September 2016

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Scott Sherman, one of our 2016 Super Men, shot on location with special thanks to North Collier Fire Control & Rescue District, Naples

features 44 / Super Men

Our annual tribute to distinguished gentlemen who light up Naples with style and charm

BY KAT SMITH

58 / The Ultimate Beach Guide

An A-to-Z compendium of the best ways to enjoy the sandy shores of the Paradise Coast

BY CHELLE KOSTER WALTON

66 / Back to School

Naples children show off styles for returning to studies with class

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departments 12 / From the Editor 14 / NaplesIllustrated.com

A Florida recipe for grilled mullet with honey-mango sauce, picks for back-toschool essentials, and more reasons to log on

18 / In Focus

Friends of Foster Children Boots & Boogie Bash; Gulfshore Playhouse Bubbles, Baubles & Broadway

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Naples author Nathan Hill on his debut novel, The Nix; The Dock celebrates its history in a new book

29 / Style

Graphic gear makes a statement this fall, from bold shoes to high-contrast accessories in black and white

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BRIEN SPINA, ONE OF OUR 2016 SUPER MEN. READ ABOUT HIM AND SIX MORE OUTSTANDING NEAPOLITAN GENTLEMEN BEGINNING ON PAGE 44.

PHOTOGRAPHER: VANESSA ROGERS CLOTHING: SAKS FIFTH AVENUE, NAPLES STYLING: RACHEL GALANTE AND RYAN STANLEY, SAKS FIFTH AVENUE GROOMING: JEAN BAKER AND DORIS TORRES, PHILIP DOUGLAS SALON, NAPLES SHOT ON LOCATION WITH SPECIAL THANKS TO NORTH COLLIER FIRE CONTROL & RESCUE DISTRICT, NAPLES

the future of luxury mobility, the 103EX concept

BY HOWARD WALKER

83 / Taste

Noodle nirvana—Zen Asian BBQ Chef Koko’s ramen; Masa Executive Chef Roel Mesta, and his interpretations of Mexican classics; tasty stops in North, East, and midtown Naples

90 / Pour

Japan’s national drink, sake, comes of age in America

BY MARK SPIVAK

93 / Abode

Cool by the pool—a dazzling pool and lanai transformation, plus accessories for waterside fun

97 / Balance

32 / Vanity

Keep that bronzed glow all year long

The versatile mushroom packs a flavorful, nutrition-dense punch; wow eyebrows; beachside yoga classes

34 / Treasure

119 / Agenda

Blue blazes with September’s birthstone, sapphire, in stunning jewelry

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36 / Finds

No power? No problem—entertaining sans electricity

Cirque du Soleil returns to Southwest Florida with OVO, a fantastical universe of insects

124 / Seen

39 / Escape

The Underground Artery Speakeasy for Neighborhood Health Clinic; Provident Jewelry’s expansion party; William Booth Society Dinner; Healthcare Network Golf Classic Celebration

BY PAUL RUBIO

128 / Sense of Place

Soak in the beauty of Anguilla, Bermuda, and St. Barths at luxurious new resorts and renewed classics

42 / High Road

Rolls-Royce’s newly revealed vision of

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Each year, the “season” in Naples seems to start a bit earlier. It certainly appears we are steadily shifting to a more year-round season. Of course, part of that shift is a result of more young couples with school-aged children planting roots in the area— and they return to our little slice of paradise earlier than what’s been customary for the start of the school year.

This month, we celebrate those youngsters heading back to class with our first-ever kids’ fashion feature. Turn to page 66; you won’t want to miss these Neapolitan children styled in backto-school cool.

While September signals the official end of summer, thankfully our coastal town also offers endless beach days all year long. For those of us who cannot get enough of our sun, sand, and surf, head straight to page 58 for the ultimate A-to-Z guide to our local beaches. You’ll find the best spots for families and dogs, where to stroll the beach for sunset cocktails, prime areas to enjoy all types of water sports, and much more.

This issue also marks our much-anticipated Super Men feature in which we highlight seven notable gents who have made their mark on our community in a variety of unique ways. It is our fifth annual celebration of community-minded and stylish gentlemen, and you can read their stories starting on page 44.

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There are many tasty reasons for foodies to celebrate this month. Not only is it National Honey Month, it’s also the beginning of mullet season. Pick up some of the sticky golden syrup, break out your fishing rod, and use the last of your summer mangoes to create this sweet and spicy dish courtesy of Chef Justin Timineri from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.

Ingredients (serves 4) b/e cup honey b/e cup rice wine vinegar 2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard

Preheat grill to medium-hot. Combine all ingredients except fish fillets in a small bowl. Reserve 1/2 cup of sauce to serve with cooked fillets. Brush both sides of fillets with sauce and place in a single layer in a well-greased, hinged wire grill basket. Cook 5 to 8 minutes. Baste fillets with sauce and turn. Cook 5 to 8 minutes more or until fish flakes easily. Serve with reserved sauce and parsley garnish.

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Q&A A NOVEL APPROACH

Naples resident Nathan Hill, an acclaimed short-story writer and English professor, just released his first novel, The Nix (Knopf, 2016).

Its protagonist, Samuel Andresen-Anderson, is a professor and struggling writer. His mother, who abandoned him when he was a child, appears decades later in the news for committing a seemingly politically motivated crime—pelting the ultra-right-wing governor of Wyoming with a fistful of stones.

The plot revolves around Samuel’s mission to uncover secrets of the past to find out who his mother really is and help her out of trouble. It’s an epic tale crisscrossing many decades. Even before its release, the book raked in glittering accolades from the likes of Kirkus and Publishers Weekly. It even elicited praise from the great author John Irving, who said it’s “a mother-son psychodrama with ghosts and politics, but it’s also a tragicomedy about anger and sanctimony in America.” Hill’s wife, Jenni, plays bassoon with the Naples Philharmonic. —Kat Smith

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NI: How did you come to pen a 640page tome?

Hill: It began in 2004 with the first words I put on a page that ended up being a part of The Nix. My first impulse was a short story, but it kept growing and growing, and I came Meet Nathan Hill at the Naples Barnes & to a point where I would just allow myself to Noble September 19. go where the story wanted to go.

John Irving called The Nix a “tragicomedy.” Do you agree?

How do you spend leisure time?

That was a great way to talk about it. The book is talking My wife and I love the combination of “indoors-outdoors” adabout pretty serious issues, like failure and success, parental ventures Naples provides. Indoors, we love going to Mercato abandonment, protests, rioting, politics, advertising, videoor Fifth Avenue South for a drink and enjoying restaurants. game addiction, and so on. I couldn’t just dump all this heavy Outdoors, we go kayaking in the Ten Thousand Islands, and stuff on a reader. There have to be moments of lightness, too. to Audubon Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary. Getting into the A lot of the book is, I hope, funny. swamp, how can you not come to love Florida’s environment?

What do you like about Naples?

It’s unique, prehistoric, and scraggly. I also play a lot of tennis.

There’s obviously the beaches, weather, and almost frightenMy friend and I just won a doubles championship at the Clay ingly beautiful landscaping. But I think my favorite thing is the in May tournament in Cambier Park. It’s not like I’m turning pace and vibe. It’s cosmopolitan without being pretentious. professional or anything, but in my division we did quite well.

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Ron McGinty has worked with nearly two dozen kids in his four years as a guardian ad litem, but it was his conversation with one girl, a third-generation foster child, that convinced him to do more. Her mother had left home at 14 and had six kids, all of whom ended up in the foster-care system. “My passion went to the highest level” after working on her case, says McGinty, who in 2011 joined the board of directors for Youth Haven, a local nonprofit that provides shelter for abused, neglected, and homeless children.

The Naples resident became interested in No Barriers USA, which sponsors an adventure-travel program designed to build confidence and leadership skills in inner-city youths. McGinty approached its co-founder, Eric Weihenmayer, known for his bravery as the only blind person to summit Mount Everest, about expanding the program to include foster kids in Southwest Florida. It was a demographic No Barriers had never served before. “I was hoping that a local organization would take this on as a project,” McGinty says. “But nobody wanted to touch it” because of how expensive it was.

So McGinty left Youth Haven after a three-year term to work with Weihenmayer on the project.

After three years of logistical and legal barriers and months of preparation, 10 foster kids embarked on a 10-day expedition in July. The participants are all girls, aged 15 to 18. Nine live with foster parents and one is in a Fort Myers group home. The trip included whitewater rafting along the Rio Grande and five days on the Navajo Indian Reservation in Arizona. The goal was to empower these young people to achieve great things— and to open their eyes to the plight of those even less fortunate than themselves. Among the trip rules? No makeup, no cell phones.

A film crew joined them to make a documentary in the hope that it will help recruit more participants. Next year, McGinty plans to send 10 boys on the same adventure. The all-expenses-paid trip costs $5,000 per child; McGinty, who retired 20 years ago from his role as director of the IT staffing firm he founded in 1983, says he raised $95,000 from his friends and donated $30,000 himself—enough to sponsor 25 children.

All the girls pledged to do public service in their community after they returned. “That’s a commitment,” McGinty says. “That’s what gives the program wings.”

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TRIBUTE TO A NAPLES CLASSIC

The Dock at Crayton Cove (dockcraytoncove.com) celebrated its fortieth anniversary this year and hosted the final Great Dock Canoe Race in May. The milestone was the perfect time for Debby DePasquale, wife of The Dock founder Vin DePasquale, to publish a book: The Dock at Crayton Cove, Everybody’s Kitchen (2016, Mascot Books). “When we would get together with friends, they were always curious about the restaurant and why Vin chose Naples,” says DePasquale. “Finally, I told him, ‘We need to write down your story.’” With recipes and photographs, the book illustrates the history of The Dock and how it has changed over the years. Proceeds from sales benefit The David Christian DePasquale ’92 Memorial Scholarship Fund at The Culinary Institute of America, founded to honor Vin’s late son. The book is available at The Dock at Crayton Cove, Riverwalk at Tin City, and Barnes & Noble. —Anna Welch

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The architect responsible for bringing a touch of tiki culture to numerous buildings on Marco Island has been honored for his contributions to the island’s development. In a celebration in May, the Smokehouse Bay Bridge was renamed the Herbert R. Savage Bridge after the man who brought a taste of Polynesia to Marco. Attendees from the Marco Island Historical Society and Collier County Commissioner Donna Fiala joined Savage and his wife, Emily, in singing “God Bless America,” followed by cake decorated with an image of the Savages and the bridge. —A.W.

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Style GHOST BUSTERS

by katherine lande

For Gucci’s Fall/Winter 2016-17 collection, Creative Director Alessandro Michele paired up with artist Trevor Andrew, aka GucciGhost, to create pieces that merge runway wear and street style. Items like this leather tote ($3,950) and quilted leather shoulder bag ($1,890) boast classic Gucci details accented with a GG Writers print.

Turn the page for more artistic accessories.

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FRINGE FEST Metal and strass fringe necklace ($2,550), Chanel, chanel.com

HEAVILY ADORNED Lavish your look with pearls, crystals, glitter, and studs

NORTH STAR Single starburst choker ($2,145), Shay Jewelry, Marissa Collections, Naples

DECADENT DETAILS T-strap pump in black suede with roccia snakeskin, pearls, strass, and tiger’s head detail ($1,850), Gucci, Naples

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN FALL 2016 Silver-beaded embroidery gives the illusion of dreamy stardust sprinkled over a caped gown.

FIERCE FUR Black acrylic Lockett minaudiere with engraved metal and fur ($2,095), Jimmy Choo, jimmychoo.com

CRYSTAL CRAZE Acrylic clutch with crystals ($3,995), Dolce & Gabbana, dolcegabbana.com

GOLDEN GEAR Tudor Bal embellished sandal with 100-mm heel ($1,195), Christian Louboutin, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples

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SUPER STUDDED Black calf leather Rockstud Matelasse bag ($2,795), Valentino, Marissa Collections, Naples

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Summer may be ending, but a sun-kissed look is always in style. Get that healthy glow with our favorite bronzers and highlighters: La Mer The Bronzing Powder with microfine gemstones ($85, cremedelamer.com) and The Powder Brush ($80, Saks Fifth Avenue); Japonesque Liquid Light illuminating fluid for instant radiance ($28, Ulta); Deborah Koepper Mineral Gemstone bronzer and finishing powder ($50, deborahkoepper.com); Make Up For Ever Pro Bronze Fusion gel-power waterproof bronzer ($36, Sephora); and Hourglass Ambient Strobe Lighting Powder with micropearl particles for facial sculpting and luminescent highlights ($38, Nordstrom).

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by mary MURRAY 1. EAGLE EYE Boucheron Chinha eagle ring with sapphires, diamonds, black lacquer, and a cabochon tanzanite set in white gold, $63,300. (us.boucheron.com) 2. SHIMMY SHAKE Sapphire tassel necklace with diamonds set in platinum, $115,000. Tiffany & Co., Naples (239-592-6188, tiffany.com) 3. BLUE BLOOD Bracelet with sapphires and diamonds set in 18-karat white gold, $57,050.

Provident Jewelry, Naples (239-649-7200, prov identjewelry.com) 4. ROYAL RING Graff Diamonds Ballerina ring with sapphires and diamonds set in white gold, price upon request.

Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples (239-298-7914, saks fifthavenue.com)

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5. SIMPLY STUNNING Irene Neuwirth limitededition necklace with Ceylon sapphires set in 18-karat rose gold, $67,300. Marissa Collections, Naples (239-263-4333, marissacollections.com) 6. DIAMOND DROPS Effy Jewelry Velvet Blue Collection earrings with sapphires and diamonds set in 14-karat white gold, $5,000. (877-275-3339, effyjewelry.com)

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Finds

PARTY POWER Entertaining when the lights go out

BY KAT SMITH

GOLDEN GLOW Arlington hurricanes elegantly cast soft light on things ($99 large; $69 small). Pottery Barn, Naples (239-593-3772; potterybarn.com)

MANY HANDS Helpful octopus does double duty, serving shots or holding votives for extra lighting ($120). Summerfields, Naples (239-4030848; summerfields naples.com)

GAMESMANSHIP Challenge guests to a friendly game with the polished nickel Ralph Lauren Rowan Dominoes ($495) stored in a rich leather case. Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples (239-592-5900; saksfifthavenue.com)

HEAVY + LIGHT Bradburn’s handsome leaded glass–stainless steel hurricanes have enough heft to stay put in a storm ($600, $650). Bay Design Store, Naples (239-649-0906; baydesignstore.com)

OLD-STYLE KARAOKE Crank out tunes sans electronics with Breedlove’s Oregon Concert LTD guitar ($2,530). Gator Music, Naples (239-261-9100; gatormusicsupply.com)

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FANCY FUEL Light candles or a fine cigar with sophistication via the S.T. DuPont Ligne 2 Diagonal-Line lighter ($1,300).

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IT’S POURING Mix up a sophisticated take on the Hurricane. Bar Tulia, Naples, shares this home version of its light, refreshing cocktail. Be sure to stock up on ice beforehand.

The Bum Boat 1.25 oz. dark Jamaican rum 1.25 oz. rye whiskey 2 oz. pineapple juice 2 oz. apricot syrup 3/4 oz. lemon juice

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CHEERY CHEERS Brighten the mood with colorful Caspari Bounce and Strut cocktail napkins ($5 for a pack of 20). The Paper Merchant, Naples (239-2615790; thepaper merchant.net)

2-3 dashes angostura bitters Add ingredients to a shaker filled with ice; strain into a disposable cup and garnish with mint.

WHAT TO SERVE For an inspired menu, browse The Storm Gourmet, A Guide to Creating Extraordinary Meals Without Electricity ($12; Pineapple Press, First Edition 2005), by Palm Beach Media Group Editorial Director Daphne Nikolopoulos. The tasty recipes cover everything from appetizers and drinks to main courses and desserts, and—bonus—the book offers a wealth of useful advice for preparing for a storm. (amazon.com)

UNWIND MYdrap disposable 100-percent cotton napkins come on rolls in a variety of colors and have a nice finish ($28 for 50 cocktail size, $32 for 12 dinner). BR Uno, Naples (239-261-9806)

PASS THE TIME When you’re not playing, this marble and metal tic-tac-toe game adds a fun, decorative note to the table ($65). Macy’s, Naples (239-434-1300; macys.com)

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Treasured

Zemi Beach House Resort & Spa is Anguilla’s newest luxury property.

Islands

By Paul Rubio

Rediscover the dreamscapes of Anguilla, Bermuda, and St. Barths at new luxury resorts, revamped classics, and over-the-top suites

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Left: Zemi’s oceanfront rooms feature a melange of wood and chic decor.

Scenes from the Hamilton (clockwise from above): Interior and dessert at Marcus’; the resort's Marina is well equipped for aquatic pursuits.

West Indian glamour debuted a new address in February on the most sparkling of Anguilla’s 33 ultra-turquoise beaches, Shoal Bay East. Say hello to Zemi Beach House Resort & Spa (zemibeach.com), a collection of lowrise mansions designed by celebrated Caribbean architect Lane Pettigrew and cast over 6 acres and a near quarter-mile of beachfront.

Sixty-three guest rooms seduce with a blend of dark and light woods, an earth-tone palette, and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame Anguilla’s 50 shades of blue. The vistas extend to the beachfront infinity-edge swimming pool and continue at the two seasonal-cuisine waterfront restaurants, which highlight authentic Anguillan flavors and feature local rum on tap.

Zemi’s opening comes on the heels of facelifts at Malliouhana Hotel & Spa (malliouhana .aubergeresorts.com) and Cap Juluca (cap juluca.com), the two Greco-Moorish hotels

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responsible for placing Anguilla on the jet-set map in the mid-1980s. The new Malliouhana Resort & Spa, reimagined by the teams at SB Architects and TAL Studio, now stands as a 46room boutique property of Auberge Resorts Collection pedigree, while Cap Juluca struts a rejuvenated edge with more modern decor and a newly constructed presidential suite equivalent, the 3,290-square-foot Jonquil Suite.

In October, the design-driven Viceroy Anguilla will reopen after a two-month make-

over as the Four Seasons Resort and Private Residences Anguilla (fourseasons.com). The resort will retain its Caribbean-cool vibe and Kelly Wearstler interiors while implementing Four Seasons–caliber service and excellent food and wine offerings. To accommodate Anguilla’s new wave of luxe inventory, Tradewind Aviation (tradewind aviation.com) has started servicing Anguilla directly from Puerto Rico on a fleet of contemporary Pilatus PC-12s.

Bermuda

Following a renovation, Cap Juluca now marries its Greco-Moorish exterior with more modern interiors.

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In the late-nineteenth century, Bermuda’s aquamarine coastlines were deemed fit for royalty—a princess to be exact—when Queen Victoria’s daughter, Princess Louise, fell in love with the natural beauty of this petite British colony.

The Princess Hotel, named in Louise’s honor, opened in 1885 and attracted the who’s who of the early-twentieth-century global elite.

Flash-forward 131 years, and this

Clockwise from bottom left: Interior of Le Guanahani’s Admiral Suite; interior and exterior of the Eden Rock's Christopher Columbus Suite; bites from the St. Barths Gourmet Festival.

history-steeped hotel, rechristened the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club (thehamilton princess.com), is penning a new chapter after a $100-million refresh.

Though the traditional, salmon-tinted exteriors of the 400-key resort remain, the interior is a different story. The hotel’s new modern art collection comprises 60 museum-quality works strewn across the property, starting with the gallery-like lobby, adorned with art

by Tom Wesselmann and Andy Warhol. While all accommodations have been renovated, 43 have been converted into larger guest suites at the hands of Botelho Wood Architects. Of the three new restaurants, don’t miss Marcus’, Bermuda’s first and only celebrity-chef restaurant. The sleek eatery showcases Bermudian cuisine as interpreted by James Beard Award– winning chef Marcus Samuelsson, with signature dishes like trout roe tacos and fish chowder croquettes dotting the menu. A new Exhale Spa offers the wellness brand’s flagship treatments and fitness classes and flanks an adults-only spa pool, a quieter alternative to the resort’s main harborside infinity pool.

In anticipation of hosting the thirty-fifth America’s Cup next summer, Hamilton Princess & Beach Club has also supersized its marina to

become the island’s first and only fullservice marina, accommodating up to 60 water toys. But it needn’t be race time to enjoy an afternoon on a super-yacht, catamaran, or fishing boat.

Many of these glossy ships work with the resort for pursuits in the island’s cove-laced, pink-sanded water world.

St. Barths

We can never get enough of St. Barths— our favorite St. Tropez–inspired sliver of the French West Indies—so we’ve rounded up a few fabulous and timely excuses for your next dose of European glamour, five-star pampering, and incredible gastronomy.

This year’s top pretext: Visit the island’s newest and most coveted resort product, the Christopher Columbus Suite at the Eden Rock - St. Barths (edenrockhotel.com). This 2,200-square-foot sanctuary, named after the island’s founder, is a glass-encased jewel box that sits atop the hotel promontory, strewn with Italian furnishings, pop art, and views of St. Jean Bay. Island regulars will recognize the space as the former lobby, which was moved beachside to accommodate this architectural masterpiece.

Over on the island’s easterly reaches, Le Guanahani (leguanahani.com/en) is also paying homage to Columbus’ voyage to the New World with the nautical-themed Admiral Suite, the final touch of the famed resort’s $40-million refurbishment and expansion. The suite perches by Grand Cul-de-Sac bay and features wrap-

around balconies and direct beach access.

Foodies now can add another annual pilgrimage to their calendar: the St. Barths Gourmet Festival (stbarthgourmetfestival.com). In just three years, this wine and food festival has grown into a spectacular happening with internationally acclaimed chefs taking over the island’s most popular restaurants at ticketed events boasting French-Creole fusions and wine pairings. The 2016 festival, scheduled for November 3-6, will be headlined by celebrity Parisian chef Christian Le Squer, who, earlier this year, received three Michelin stars for his Le Cinq restaurant at the Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris. « NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | SEPTEMBER 2016

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Vision of the Future Come 2036, your Rolls-Royce will be selfdriving, electric powered, and will redefine the luxury car experience By Howard Walker

“Home, James,” has long been the oh-so-British greeting to the suited-and-booted chauffeur when an owner slumps into the backseat of his or her Rolls-Royce. It is probably quite confusing if the driver is actually named Derek.

Fast-forward 20 years to 2036 and, according to Rolls-Royce’s newly revealed vision of luxury mobility, its super-wealthy clientele will more likely be uttering the command, “Home, Eleanor.” And it won’t be to a living, breathing chauffeur, but to what the luxury carmaker is calling an “ethereal concierge,” who will rest inside a glass screen where James once sat.

So why Eleanor? A nod to Mrs. Roosevelt, perhaps? Or Nicholas Cage’s throaty Mustang in Gone in 60 Seconds? No, this is Eleanor Thornton, who back in 1911 posed for sculptor Charles Sykes to become the Spirit of Ecstasy, aka the famous Rolls-Royce Flying Lady hood ornament.

Think of Eleanor as some overachieving version of Apple’s Siri personal assistant. She’ll be your go-to gal to help you control one of the most visionary automotive concepts ever created, a car Rolls-Royce simply calls the 103EX. But there’s nothing simple about this groundbreaking, quite magnificent car of the future, which fully embraces the likelihood that, come 2036, luxury automobiles will be driving themselves and pow42

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ered not by some honking V-12 but by electricity.

And contrary to the popular image of tomorrow’s luxury cars being dull, anonymous bubbles driving along in bunched-up convoys, RollsRoyce believes they can be grand, stately, and more decadent than ever.

That’s why this 103EX is huge. Stretching close to 20 feet long and 5 feet tall, it’s roughly the same size as today’s mighty Rolls Phantom.

The hood alone measures more than 8 feet, which is pretty extravagant considering the V-12 that would normally fill that space has been jettisoned in favor of a pair of electric motors. Where you’d expect the V-12 to sit, there’s a slide-out compartment for the owner’s luggage instead.

Perhaps the most revolutionary aspect of this 103EX concept is the passenger compartment, which Rolls-Royce calls the Grand Sanctuary. Inside there’s space for two, because if there’s no need for a chauffeur then there’s no need for front seats, or even a steering wheel.

What you have instead is a huge sofa with enough legroom to accommodate the leggiest NBA all-star. A huge, wall-to-wall glass screen takes the place of the front cabin and offers access to Eleanor, who is waiting to accommodate your every request.

Tell her where you need to go and she’ll take you. Tell her what time you expect to finish dinner and she’ll have the car ready outside the restaurant. And, being the super-organized digital assistant that

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she is, she’ll remind you of appointments, set up reservations, adjust the temperature, select the music, or play any movie you fancy. Or, if you prefer, Eleanor will simply shut up and let you snooze while the car drives itself serenely and autonomously to your destination.

Being a Rolls-Royce, the cabin is a masterpiece of bespoke elegance. Hand-twisted silk hugs that two-seater sofa, deep-pile ivory wool covers the floor, and dark Macassar wood paneling wraps around the cabin.

Yes, those trademark rear-hinged “suicide” doors are retained, but, in an effort to make getting in and out easier, the glass roof extends

open like a clamshell, allowing you to stand up and step out.

And just in case anyone milling around is in doubt of the importance of those arriving, lasers project a virtual red carpet of light as the doors open.

The design team at Rolls-Royce, run by the talented Giles Taylor, stress that this 103EX is just one possible vision of the future. Advanced manufacturing technologies like 3D printing will allow customers to be more closely involved in the design process, dictating the size and even the shape of the car.

Just think of all the fun you could have deciding who should be the voice of Eleanor. In my opinion, only the Queen of England would do. «

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SUPER MEN Meet seven notable Neapolitans whose passion for the community is equaled by their engaging personalities and sizzling style in our fifth annual salute to distinguished local gentlemen

BY KAT SMITH | PHOTOGRAPHY BY VANESSA ROGERS

Shot on location with special thanks to North Collier Fire Control & Rescue District, Naples Styling and wardrobe by Rachel Galante and Ryan Stanley, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples Grooming by Jean Baker and Doris Torres, Philip Douglas Salon, Naples

Robert W. “Bob” Schoonmaker Financial professional and physical fitness expert Bob Schoonmaker moved to Naples for a job—twice. The Ohioan came first in 2007 with Fifth Third Bank to run its investment advisory group, which he did until 2011. Then the heartstrings of Schoonmaker and his wife, Laurie, pulled them back to Ohio, where he returned for an opportunity with Huntington Wealth & Investment Management in Toledo. Two years later, the firm offered him a post as Florida Region manager in Naples, so it seems something keeps drawing the couple to this fair city. Schoonmaker’s passion is CrossFit. He works out at Pure Fitness in Naples every day, and along with Laurie, coaches others at the gym every Saturday morning.

Schoonmaker sits on the boards of The Immokalee Foundation and Champions for Learning, two organizations he sees as committed to putting children and young adults in the best position to succeed in education and in life.

Personal style: Comfortable jeans and a T-shirt. Words to live by: Don’t take yourself too seriously; nobody else does. Superhero name: The Instigator. I’ve been known to “stir the pot,” but I only use my power for good. Greatest achievement: My 25-year marriage to my grade-school sweetheart, Laurie. “Super” spots: Local ethnic restaurants Fernandez the Bull and Inca’s Kitchen. Guilty pleasures: Small-batch bourbon, dark chocolate, and an occasional fine cigar.

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It’s a cool feeling to help people get over that fear, or whatever holds them back, through CrossFit coaching.

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I will never stop being creative and committing 100 percent to each project I work on.

Brien Spina The entrepreneurial bug bit Brien Spina early. The Massachusetts native started his first business at 13, selling toy airplanes outside FAO Schwartz in Boston. The apple didn’t fall far from the tree, as his parents were small business owners themselves and encouraged his business interests. After graduating from college, Spina moved to Marco Island to be near his family, and at 21 launched his own charter fishing business, Satisfaction Guaranteed, growing his fleet to 10 boats. Spina opened a small New England–style seafood restaurant, Capt. Brien’s Seafood & Roast Beef, on Marco Island. He moved to a larger space where he added the Off The Hook Comedy Club, which has since moved to Naples with restaurant ROW by Captain Brien & Crew. Now 39, Spina continues to dream big. This summer he cut the ribbon on the SWFL Performing Arts Center in Bonita Springs, a sprawling venue he co-owns with his father, Santo. The center hosts Off-Broadway and musical productions, comedy shows, conventions, and private events.

Along with his family, he founded the not-for-profit Southwest Florida Performing Arts & Cultural Learning Center to provide arts and culture to underprivileged children in the community through after-school programs.

Super-power wish: To be in five different places at one time. I try every day, but it never seems to work! Philanthropy means: Sharing your good fortune and knowledge to inspire and help others grow. How he spends a free day: With my wife, Tracy, and four children, Breana, Will, Andrew, and Cameron. Whether we’re at the movies, riding bikes, family barbecues, or just relaxing together, spending time with them takes away all the daily stress.

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One of my greatest moments was performing on the deck of the aircraft carrier USS Forrestal in Athens, Greece, to 5,000 sailors returning home from the Vietnam War.

Alan James Many partygoers in Naples have grooved to the tunes of Alan James and The Powerhouse Band at charity fundraisers each season. James, the London-born president and founder of The Powerhouse Group, has been in the entertainment industry for more than 40 years, playing and producing events in 30-plus countries. Plenty of famous names pop up in James’ story. His career includes years of working alongside Roy Orbison, and as a young musician in London, he became in demand as a rock guitarist on the club circuit that featured then up-and-comers Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, and Jimmy Page. While James and wife Jessica contribute to many nonprofits, they are especially passionate about animals, with eight cats and two lovebirds. They volunteer at the Naples Cat Alliance cleaning litter boxes, washing floors, and tending to animals that need any attention. Other nonprofits James supports include Humane Society Naples and the Garden of Hope and Courage.

Personal style: Hip, and anything that makes me look 25 again. Why Naples: I travel extensively to many exotic locations, but I can’t wait to get back to the charm and beauty here. Surprising fact: Bowling’s not cool, but I love it. I bowled with Roger Moore when I was a kid. He was filming a James Bond movie in my town and was in the next alley. I said, “Hey, Mr. Bond, do you want to play a game?” so we played a couple of games together. How many people can say they’ve bowled with James Bond? I actually won, too!

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As the leader of the YMCA, I meet with my small management team twice a week and exercise.

I want that to be the routine, because you’ve got to live the mission, not just preach it.

Paul Thein When Paul Thein decided to reposition his career out of higher learning, he thought the YMCA would benefit from his education in athletic administration and management, as well as his background in fundraising and developing youth and community. The Minnesota native signed on as CEO of a flagging 110-year-old YMCA in Waycross, Georgia, where he led a turnaround that tripled membership and doubled revenues. Serendipitously, he then got a call from the national YMCA asking if he was interested in a job in Naples—a place where his parents and other family have lived part-time for four decades. Six months after he joined as president and CEO of the Greater Naples YMCA in 2013, he oversaw the rebuilding and renovation of the YMCA’s facility following a serious fire that caused extensive damage. Under his leadership, membership has doubled and plans are in the works for two satellite locations in Collier County. Thein’s honors include the Outstanding Service to Community Award 2014-2015 by Rotary Club of Naples Bay and being named a Rotary Foundation Paul Harris Fellow.

Thein is most proud, though, of his family: wife Shanon, son Brody, 8, and daughter Shalyn, 12.

Super-power wish: Limitless energy … so much to accomplish and so little time. “Super” spot: My family and I love to boat, and we go to Keewaydin Island a lot. Guilty pleasure: A cold beer on a hot day. Bucket list: I would love to do an RV travel vacation across the country and make the kind of family memories for my kids that stick with me from my own childhood.

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Words to live by: Do not pray for an easy life, pray for the strength to endure a difficult one.

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Scott Sherman A self-described Southern gentleman from Memphis, Scott Sherman moved to Naples in 2007 for his job as engineering manager of knee arthroplasty at Arthrex Inc. Though Sherman has earned nine patents in his career so far, his most important role has been as a single father to three grown daughters and his youngest, Shealyn, 13, who has Asperger’s syndrome. When her mother passed away in October 2014, Shealyn moved across the country to live with Sherman. It was a struggle, since he could not find an organization that helped kids after the loss of a parent. Then he met Angela Melvin, a parent in a similar situation who is one of the founders of the nonprofit Valerie’s House, which offers peer-to-peer mentoring for children who have lost a parent or sibling.

Sherman joined efforts to help make Valerie’s House a reality and currently sits on the board. He is a graduate of Leadership Collier and serves on the Leadership Collier Foundation’s board of directors. His leisure interests include ballroom dancing, kickboxing, hiking, and traveling. He’s visited six continents and plans to take Shealyn to London, Paris, Rome, and Munich next summer.

Personal style: Contemporary, flashy, geek. Superhero name: Dr. Meticulous Stress reliever: I sculpt micro flowers from polymer clay—tiger lilies, orchids, roses, irises, daffodils, hibiscus. You can’t think about anything else when you’re focusing on the details of this delicate piece of art. It’s very Zen. “Super” spots: The H.P. Williams Roadside Park boardwalk in Ochopee; Title Boxing Club (great workout and the best therapy ever); the fire pits at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort; the Sunburst Café Guilty pleasure: Bulleit bourbon with a few rocks. Bucket list: I’d like to make a significant contribution to medical science before I move into the next phase of my life.

Eric J. Hochman Dr. Eric J. Hochman, a native of Cleveland, serves on the staff at Naples Community Hospital and Physician’s Regional Medical Center. He also founded Gulfshore Concierge Medicine in Naples. He credits his wife, Kimberly, who has been involved in charity work from a young age, for inspiring him to help others. He recently concluded a term as president of the Collier County Medical Society, where he served on the board for five years. He volunteers at the Neighborhood Health Clinic, and has volunteered for the Physician Led Access Network in the past. The doctor speaks in the community on numerous health topics, and writes a monthly column for the Naples Daily News about community benefits of the Blue Zones Project. He and Kimberly, who have two sons, moved to Naples in 2004.

Personal style: Wear whatever makes you feel good. Words to live by: If it’s worth doing, do it right. His hero: My grandfather lost his mother at a young age, survived a difficult childhood, and later became a WW II hero, earning a Purple Heart. He sustained many physical injuries and taught himself to walk again.

How he spends a free day: I really enjoy doing anything with my wife and children— dining, movies, golf, relaxing, and spending time outdoors. Guilty pleasure: Fudgestuffed chocolate chip cookies.

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My wife inspired me to get more involved in the community. It has been very rewarding, and I encourage others to do the same— every individual can make a difference.

Philip Douglas Salon owner and celebrity stylist Philip Douglas’ accent gives away his Massachusetts roots, even though he left the state decades ago. He grew up with five sisters and a brother, and describes his family as My Big Fat Greek Wedding. He’s not Greek, but with many extended family members—even all eight great-grandparents—living within walking distance of each other, life resembled the film. He was always artistically gifted, and his beauty career unofficially began at age 17 when his mother enlisted him to redo a horrible hairstyle his oldest sister, Paula, got at their grandmother’s hairdresser the day of her prom. He began hairdressing school shortly after. As generous philanthropists, Douglas and his spouse, Doug Olsen, who have four dogs, lend huge support to Humane Society Naples. For years they have supported Naples Botanical Garden’s Hats in the Garden, coordinating hair and makeup for fashion shows, and are involved in myriad other charities.

Personal style: Casual, fashionable, but with an edge.

Proud moments: Winning the 2015 Animaltarian Award with Doug Olsen, from Humane Society Naples; the Hope and Sunshine awards from American Cancer Society; and American First Place in an international styling competition, then representing the United States in Paris. How he spends a free day: I love to spend a day in the garden, just me and the beauty of Mother Nature. Guilty pleasures: Binge watching—lately, Game of Thrones, and a British show, Vicious. I binge read, too, mostly women’s biographies—Marie Antoinette, Bloody Mary, Queen Elizabeth I, Bette Davis, Joan Crawford. I find women who have had greatness thrust upon them fascinating.

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With many miles of sandy shoreline along Naples and its surrounding communities, our banquet of beaches satisfies every type of beachgoer. Here are dozens of ways to experience the finest attributes of the Paradise Coast, from Marco Island to Bonita Beach.

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Explore endless stretches of mangroves and estuaries.

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Family beach fun and adventure are yours when boating to nearby island beaches.

Cue the parasailing chute and paddleboard.

For those who equate water sports with beaches, the choices abound. Fishing? The pier at Naples Municipal Beach, of course. Sailing?

Sugden Regional Park. Vanderbilt Beach excels in all flavors of water sports with concessions for paddleboards, kayaks, wave runners, and parasailing. (colliergov.net)

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Beach Bum

There are those who want nothing more than to soak up rays—and hold the exercise, please.

For the utmost in beach chill, check into one of our famous beach resorts, such as The RitzCarlton, Naples (ritzcarlton.com/naples), or Naples Grande Beach Resort (naplesgrande .com), where flagged cocktail service is the ultimate lazy beach-day indulgence.

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With small tots, avoid the passes, where currents are stronger. Lowdermilk Park near downtown Naples is ideal for families, with its playground and duck pond. Tigertail Beach on Marco Island offers a safe lagoon and playgrounds for toddlers, as well as water-sports rentals for the older kids.

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Bonita Beach Dog Park caters to pets with an off-leash beach, doggy shower station, disposal bags and station, and restrooms. It lies between Lovers Key State Park and the bridge over New Pass. Wear shoes you don’t mind getting wet, because at high tide you often have to walk through water to get to the narrow beach. (leegov.com/parks).

Dolphins ride a boat’s wake off the shores of Naples.

Everybody In!

Cool down your summer beach day with a dip in the Gulf of Mexico. And score a little exercise while you’re at it. Our calm waters are conducive to swimming— especially in areas without a lot of motorized water-sports action or rushing pass waters, such as the beach that fronts Pelican Bay, a short walk south from Vanderbilt Beach.

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Nature lovers go to the beach for the wildlife.

Shorebirds skitter and stab at the sand. Dolphins poke their smiles out of waves. Pelicans dive-bomb for breakfast. What a show!

Tigertail Beach on Marco Island offers some of the best birding. Head to Barefoot Beach Preserve County Park, voted No. 2 on Dr. Beach’s 10 Best Beaches in the America list for 2015 (drbeach.org), to see gopher tortoises navigating the sands. Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park (floridastateparks.org), ranked ninth by Dr. Beach, is known for its summer nesting population of loggerhead sea turtles.

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When conditions are clear and the sun slips over the edge of the sea, it will on occasion send up a green flash of light as a grand finale. Some say a little rum helps your chances of seeing a green flash, so head to The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club’s Sunset Beach Bar & Grill (naples beachhotel.com) just in case that’s true.

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Deserted stretches of sandy beach may be found by boaters exploring the mangrove forests in the Ten Thousand Islands.

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Sand castles and kids go together on the beaches of Marco Island.

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It just so happens that the sand on local beaches makes the best sand-castle-building material. The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club (naplesbeachhotel .com) occasionally offers its young resort guests aged 5 to 12 Sand-castle Building as one of its free kids’ program activities.

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Local boat charters can make for a romantic excursion to an unbridged island in the Ten Thousand Islands south of Marco Island. Or rent your own vessel for a truly twosome experience. Try Everglades Area Tours (evergladesareatours.com) for excursions customized to your vision of romance.

Jet Skis

Adjacent to Bonita Beach Park, the main access in Bonita Springs, Bonita Jet Ski & Parasail (bonitajetski.com) rents personal watercraft by the half-hour and hour. It also leads two-hour dolphin tours by Jet Ski.

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Since prehistoric times, loggerhead sea turtles have lumbered onto local beaches to deposit their nests of round, leathery eggs. Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park in North Naples offers a turtle-walk program during the summer to educate park visitors about the endangered creatures.

The Conservancy of Southwest Florida (conservancy .org) monitors populations on Keewaydin Island and other city beaches. Local resorts join the effort to protect the species by asking their guests to close their curtains at night so that the lights do not confuse mother sea turtles and their hatchlings. LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort (laplayaresort.com) in Naples goes as far as designing a summer package that includes the opportunity to adopt a sea turtle.

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The wild mangrove habitat provides a marine nursery, attracts butterflies, and makes for a pretty, shaded stroll down the boardwalk. Or you can ride one of the complimentary shuttles.

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Stroll along the beach by moonlight for cocktails at some of the local resort clubs. Start at Gumbo Limbo at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples (ritzcarlton.com/naples) for sunset, then walk to the Turtle Club at Vanderbilt Beach Resort (vanderbiltbeachresort.com) for dinner. End with a nightcap at the beach fire pit at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort (laplayaresort.com). On Marco Island, start at Quinn’s on the Beach at the Marriott Resort Marco Island (marco islandmarriott.com) for a sunset cocktail and show. Then hit the Toulouse Lounge at Marco Island Beach Resort (marcoresort.com) and the Sandcastles Lounge at the Hilton Marco Island (hiltonmarcoisland.com).

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For those thumbs-up Instagram beach photos, you need elevation—something we don’t have a lot of in Southwest Florida. Hike up the observation tower at Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park in North Naples and the brand new one at Tigertail Beach on Marco Island to capture the best shots.

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The lovely spots that offer beach access with no facilities, such as some of those along Hickory Boulevard on Bonita Beach and along Gordon Drive in Naples, are where you will find a sliver of peace and quiet. Many don’t even have spaces for cars to park, so plan on riding your bike or walking in.

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You can fish from shore at any local beach, as long as you have the proper fishing license (myfwc.com/ fishing). Anglers have the best luck near the pass at Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park or at Gordon Pass in south Naples. At the Naples Pier at Naples Municipal Beach you are covered by the pier’s license, so you do not need to purchase one yourself.

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Tigertail Beach on Marco Island stocks a full fleet of kayaks and paddleboards for use in its calm lagoon created by Sand Dollar Spit. Once you have your sea legs, head out to bigger challenges in the Gulf of Mexico.

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Check out many of the nearby barrier islands surrounding Naples, Marco Island, and Everglades City for the best shell hunting.

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The more secluded the beach, the more seashells you will usually find. A prime example of this rule of thumb, Coconut Island north of Old Marco—more of a sandbar than an island, really—is a shell-seeker’s dream, because one can only get there by boat. Big Hickory Island in Bonita Beach is another well-kept sheller’s secret.

Tortoises

Heed the signs when you drive into Barefoot Beach Preserve County Park, which is accessible from Bonita Beach. They warn of gopher tortoises, and they’re not kidding. Certain times of day you will see tortoises walking the roadways and hanging out in the parking lot.

(Check under your car before you back out.) The statelisted reptile digs long burrows, which it shares with more than 350 different species.

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Some days you just want to channel a Jimmy Buffett song and leave mainland, mainstream life behind to get stranded on a sandbar. That’s when you need a boat to escape to such remote islands as Coconut, Keewaydin, Cape Sable, and others in the Ten Thousand Islands.

Volleyball

Nothing resembles spring break—no matter what time of year—like a rousing game of beach volleyball. Pack up “Wilson” and head to Lowdermilk Park in Naples or Bonita Beach Park in Bonita Springs.

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Lovers Key State Park (floridastateparks.org), north of Bonita Beach, hosts an estimated 200 weddings each year. With “lovers” right in the name, what do you expect? It also doesn’t hurt that it has a designated wedding gazebo right on the beach. The park got its name in the days before it was reachable by car. It annually hosts a vow-renewal ceremony on Valentine’s Day that drew more than 150 people in 2016.

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At Naples Municipal Beach, sand meets city for a dose of cosmopolitan. Just steps off the beach, you can visit the Historic Palm Cottage and its garden (napleshistoricalsociety.org), then head to the Third Street South neighborhood for shopping, cocktails, and dining as casual as Old Naples Pub (naplespubs.com) or as fine as The Continental (damicoscontinental.com).

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If you’d rather not have to lose eyeshot of the beach when you take a food break, we have two suggestions for a proper beach dining ambience: Doc’s Beach House (docsbeachhouse​.com) next to Bonita Beach Park in Bonita Springs and Sunset Grille (sunsetgrilleonmarcoisland​ .com) at South Beach Park in Marco Island.

Other beaches, such as Barefoot Beach Preserve County Park and Clam Pass Park in North Naples, have their own food concessions.

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BACK TO SCHOOL

THE FIRST DAYS OF FALL SIGNAL A NEW SCHOOL YEAR—AND FUN TIMES WITH FRIENDS. SIX LOCAL YOUNGSTERS DRESS THE PART. PHOTOGRAPHY

BY HEATHER DONLAN Shot on location at Naples Botanical Garden

HUDSON | AGE 4

Parents: Heather Donlan, Zak Sinberg School: Preschool of the Arts Loves: Mini golf, his sisters, riding his bike Wardrobe: Giggle Moon, Naples

ANISTON | AGE 4

Parents: Adam and Ashley Gerry School: Community School of Naples Loves: Animals, the beach, arts and crafts Wardrobe: Giggle Moon, Naples

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Parents: Jamie and Heather Dockweiler School: Community School of Naples Loves: Pepperoni pizza, playing soccer, Captain Awesome book series by Stan Kirby Wardrobe: Beth Moné Children’s Shoppe, Naples

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Parents: Jason and Kelly Bartlett School: Vanderbilt Presbyterian Childcare & Learning Center Loves: Mini donuts, playing baseball, snuggles on the couch with milk Wardrobe: Beth MonÊ Children’s Shoppe, Naples

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DUKE | AGE 5

Parents: Henley and Nelly Shotwell School: Community School of Naples Loves: Fishing, swimming, playing outside Wardrobe: Giggle Moon, Naples

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Parents: Dr. Chaundre and Mary Cross School: Community School of Naples Loves: Dance, horseback riding, cooking Wardrobe: Beth MonÊ Children’s Shoppe, Naples

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A place of bliss, Naples Botanical Garden is an exquisite, world-class setting for celebrating your momentous occasions. From rehearsal dinners to wedding ceremonies and receptions to farewell brunch, Naples Botanical Garden defies the typical and will amaze your guests with a utopic backdrop.

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Although fall officially arrives this month, there is still time to savor the “Everybody Loves Ramen” summer celebration of the soup-and-noodle dish at Zen Asian BBQ (eatatzen.com).

Chef Koko’s recent journey to Japan inspired him to create special versions of ramen, with broth choices of shio (salt), shoyo (soy sauce), miso, and tonkotso (pork), as well as tsukemen (broth and noodles separate with noodles dipped into the broth). The topping choices include chashu pork, chicken, pork belly, seafood, vegetables, kimchi, and nori. A ramen tasting menu is offered as well. —Kat Smith

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confidential EXECUTIVE CHEF ROEL MESTA The siren call of the kitchen proved impossible for Roel Mesta to resist. The chef, who puts his creative spin on traditional dishes at Masa, D’Amico & Partner’s homage to contemporary Mexican cuisine in Mercato, has a passion for cooking that infuses his bloodline. His grandmother ran Doña Martha’s in East Naples for many years, while his mother, Rosalinda Mesta, has been in the business for four decades, currently working at the Fogg Café in Naples Botanical Garden. Mesta began working in restaurants around Naples when he was 14, eventually settling into a long career with D’Amico restaurants. Since he took over at Masa in December, he’s kicked up the menu with dishes like marinated grilled steak skewers and anaheim chiles filled with shrimp and masa. —Kat Smith

Executive Chef Roel Mesta

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Early influence: When I was 14, I washed dishes at Ristorante Ciao. Chef Gianfranco Loretti saw my interest, and I always wanted to learn. He set down a good foundation for the way I think about cooking, the way I treat food, the respect I give it. Fresh is best, Tostada with that’s the kind of attitude, to do the best seafood we can with what we have.

His most popular Masa dishes: The revamped tacos have gotten really good feedback. For lunch, believe it or not, people are going crazy over the burger. I made it like what I remember from Mexico. On the side of the street this lady had a huge grill and made great burgers, with ham, cheese, pickled peppers, all kinds of toppings. We make our bread in house for that, really put it another step above.

Most important ingredient: Love—for the food, for our guests. I want to give them a great experience.

Something he refused to cook: I once had a request for medium-rare Chilean sea bass. I can’t see that. At Masa, I like our guests to stick to the menu and see our interpretations of dishes that are traditional to Mexico, but if someone has a request, I’m happy to oblige if it’s within my reach.

For a great meal in Naples: My wife, Maricela, and I both love Café Lurcat.

Not just because my friend Mike Mueller is the chef. The food is well prepared and made with care.

Guilty pleasure: I shouldn’t eat it, but I love carnitas. My uncle would make it in Mexico, a big pot of chunks of pork. It’s not the best thing for health.

Favorite way to spend free time: With my family. I have four beautiful children. I love spending quality time and getting them away from cell phones and games and all that. My kids are not allowed to use those on my days off. You’re with me, I’m with you, let’s talk, let’s laugh, go for a bike ride, go have dinner, let’s cook.

Carrying on tradition: My son, Roel, who is 13, will probably follow in my footsteps. He critiques food, and says the right things. I wonder, how does he know that? I think he’s going down that route—he says he wants to be a sous chef at Masa.

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The Counter Custom Burgers, Mercato. The menu’s stars, of course, are burgers to match every taste. A must-try, the Holy Crab consists of a jumbo lump crab cake with jalapeño jack cheese, pickles, coleslaw, house-made Thousand Island dressing, tomato, and fresh jalapeños on a Hawaiian bun. Healthy options are also plentiful, including bun-less burgers on fresh greens. (thecounterburger.com) Stage Deli Fine Foods, Mercato. The old classic has received a total makeover, with a completely renovated, sleeker interior and new menu items including a Tuscan kale salad, grouper tacos, and a Cuban sandwich. Traditionalists will still find the famous classics, like stuffed cabbage, Reubens, and hot corned beef on rye. (stage62deli.com) Chicken Salad Chick, Riverchase Plaza. The first Southwest Florida location of a Southeastern fast-casual chain takes the classic to a higher level, with 15 flavors of chicken salad from mild (Fruity Fran with apples and grapes) to wild (Kickin’ Kay Lynne, with buffalo and ranch sauces, bacon, cheddar, and jalapeños). Soups and freshly baked desserts round out the menu. (chickensaladchick.com) —Kat Smith

Clockwise from above: Stage Deli Mish Mash soup; Chicken Salad Chick side dishes; a custom burger at The Counter.

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.

AMERICAN AGAVE BAR & GRILL Innovative modern American cuisine in a comfortable setting. 2380 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (239-598-3473, agavenaples.com) AVENUE5 Diners enjoy the sophisticated atmosphere and luxurious dishes. 699 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239403-7170, avenue5naples.com) BALEEN AT LAPLAYA BEACH & GOLF RESORT Dine amid elegant tropical surroundings indoors, or on the patio to soak up the view. 9891 Gulf Shore Drive, Naples (239-598-5707, laplayaresort.com)

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When those midday rumblings hit, these three tasty options will tame those hunger pangs fast

BISTRO 821 A long-time favorite, thanks to Executive Chef Jess Housman’s Natural Fusion menu. 821 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-261-5821, bistro821.com) CAFÉ & BAR LURCAT The space and the food are sophisticated and comfortable at this popular and elegant restaurant. 494 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239213-3357, cafelurcat.com) COOPER’S HAWK WINERY Signature dishes come paired with Cooper’s Hawk wines at this modern eatery and shop. 11905 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-449-1700, coopershawkwinery.com) HOBNOB Elevated comfort food in a modern yet warm atmosphere. 720 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239580-0070, hobnobnaples.com) KC AMERICAN BISTRO As the name implies, American regional cuisine is the name of the game at this North Naples spot. 885 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (239-566-2371, kcamericanbistro.com) THE LOCAL Fresh, healthy meals in an eatery in the

Bed, Bath & Beyond Plaza. 5323 Airport Pulling Road, Naples (239-596-3276, thelocalnaples.com) M WATERFRONT GRILLE Contemporary decor, view of the bay, and fine cuisine make M Waterfront a longtime favorite. 4300 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (239-263-4421, mwaterfrontgrille.com) RIDGWAY BAR & GRILL Master chef Tony Ridgway continues wowing diners with classic American cuisine. Another plus is the outstanding wine list curated by Sukie Honeycutt. 1300 Third St. S., Naples (239-262-5500, ridgwaybarandgrill.com) TAG, THE AMERICAN GASTROPUB Foodies, wine aficionados, and beer lovers alike will find something to rave about in the casual atmosphere of this gastropub. 23161 Village Shops Way, Estero (239949-4300, tagswfl.com) TOMMY BAHAMA RESTAURANT & BAR Born in Naples, the Tommy Bahama laid-back lifestyle is full throttle in this festive eatery and bar. 1220 Third St. S., Naples (239-643-6889, tommybahama.com) NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | SEPTEMBER 2016

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Taste ROW BY CAPT. BRIEN & CREW Dedicated to giving diners a taste of New England, Capt. Brien offers a sea-to-table experience. 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (239-389-6901, rowseafood.com)

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OFF-ROAD ORGANIC YABBA ISLAND GRILL A fun place for steaks, seafood, and cocktails. 711 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239262-5787, yabbaislandgrill.com) THE WINE LOFT OF NAPLES Upscale bar, lounge, and dining in Mercato, with innovative cuisine by chef Andy Hyde. 9118 Strada Place, Naples (239598-5601, thewineloftofnaples.com)

Devotees of the imaginative fare served by chef John Hart in his Organically Twisted food truck (organicallytwisted.com) no longer need track down the meals on wheels to enjoy his creations. Hart recently opened a storefront café in the Marquesa Plaza on Livingston Road. The spare decor and groovy tunes filling the space reflect the laid-back vibe of Hart’s meals, all of which are rolled in a wrap or served in a bowl. The menu changes according to the fresh ingredients Hart can source, but some outstanding items usually offered include a Guammus Cone filled with blended guacamole and hummus plus fresh veggies, Curry in a Hurry with curried chicken salad, and sweets like Mama’s pumpkin bread and gluten-free chocolate cupcakes with vanilla bean buttercream. Fans of the mobile eatery, no worries—the truck still hits the road on Fridays and for special events. —K.S.

SEAFOOD AQUA The restaurant’s look is fresh and airy, just right for the seafood-centric menu. 862 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-213-1111, aquafifth.com) THE BAY HOUSE Overlooking the Cocohatchee River, this place features a beautiful dining room plus Tierney’s Tavern and The Claw Bar. 799 Walkerbilt Road, Naples (239-591-3837, bayhousenaples.com) BAYSIDE SEAFOOD GRILL & BAR Spectacular water views, live music Wednesday–Sunday at the Upper Deck Bar, prime grilled meats, and seafood specialties. 4270 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (239649-5552, baysideseafoodgrillandbar.com)

FISH CRAZY RESTAURANT A fun and casual Southwest Florida spot to reel in fresh seafood. 14700 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-260-1070, fishcrazy restaurant.com) FISH RESTAURANT Fabulous water views complement the great seafood. 4360 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (239-263-3474, fishrestaurantnaples.com) HB’S ON THE GULF This beachfront restaurant in The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club serves a breathtaking view along with fresh seafood. 851 Gulf Shore Blvd., Naples (239-435-4347, naples beachhotel.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 (239-434-7258, 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 (239-530-3131, trulucks.com) THE TURTLE CLUB Fresh seafood, fine steaks, and chops are nearly overshadowed by the spectacular beachfront setting. 9225 Gulf Shore Drive N., Naples (239-592-6557, windwardhospitality.com) WHARF TAVERN RESTAURANT & LOBSTER HOUSE Authentic New England seafood in a waterfront setting. 909 10th St. S., Naples (239-331-4053, wharf tavernnaples.com) USS NEMO UNDERSEA CUISINE & ADVENTURES Everything is a cut above, but the signature misobroiled sea bass is hands down one of the best dishes in town. 3745 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239261-6366, ussnemorestaurant.com)

STEAK CHOPS CITY GRILL A modern take on traditional, with prime aged steaks and fine local seafood.

837 Fifth Ave. S, Naples, and 8200 Health Center Blvd., Suite 100, Bonita Springs (239-992-4677, chopscitygrill.com) THE CONTINENTAL D’Amico’s latest restaurant is a stylish steak house and gastropub. 1205 Third St. S., Naples (239-659-0007, continentalnaples.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 (239-598-6644, ritz-carlton.com)

CAPTAIN & KREWE Enjoy hand-shucked or chargrilled oysters, beer, and wine in a relaxed atmosphere at this downtown gem. 629 Eighth St. S., Naples (239-263-1976, cknaples.com)

PINCHER’S CRAB SHACK Pincher’s serves fresh, local seafood in a casual setting. 1200 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-434-6616, pincherscrabshack.com)

JIMMY P’S CHARRED The popular butcher shop’s fabulous steaks and other fine foods are now served in the restaurant that opened next door.

1833 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-643-6328, jimmy pscharred.com)

THE DOCK AT CRAYTON COVE An open-air restaurant serving fresh catches prepared with Caribbean and Latin influences. 845 12th Ave. S., Naples (239-263-9940, dockcraytoncove.com)

RANDY’S FISHMARKET Randy’s hospitality promises delicious food, a great time, and friendly service.

10395 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-595-7227, ran dysfishmarketrestaurant.com)

RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE Sophisticated decor, prime meats, and fine seafood make for a special night out. 23151 Village Shops Way, Estero (239948-8888, ruthschris.com)

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SHULA’S STEAK HOUSE In the winning tradition of NFL Coach Don Shula, the “Shula Cut” is one of the best steaks in town. 5111 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-430-4999, shulasnaples.com) STONEY’S STEAKHOUSE Serving corn-fed, prime certified black Angus beef, fresh seafood, and an award-winning wine list. 403 Bayfront Place, Naples (239-435-9353, stoneyssteakhouse.com)

FRENCH BLEU PROVENCE Take a trip to the south of France without leaving town. Authentic dishes are paired with wines from the vast selection compiled by owner Jacques Cariot. 1234 Eighth St. S., Naples (239-261-8239, bleuprovencenaples.com) CHEZ BOËT FRENCH HOME COOKING Lisa and Philippe Boët serve up French classics like duck à l’orange and pâté in a warm, homey atmosphere.

755 12th Ave. S., Naples (239-643-6177, chezboet naples.com) COTE D’AZUR Intimate bistro in the style of Provence serves standouts like Maine lobster roasted in a

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clay pot. 11224 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-5978867, cotedazurrestaurant.com) TARTINE & TARTELETTE Authentic, homemade French cuisine with wine pairings as sweet as the restaurant’s name. 11121 Health Park Blvd., Naples (239-888-1151, tartine-tartelette.com)

MEXICAN FELIPE’S MEXICAN TAQUERIA Casual, familyfriendly place serving authentic, fresh classics plus hand-crafted cocktails. 4255 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-302-1444, felipestaqueria.com) MASA Superb, true Mexican cuisine with unique twists served in a high-style modern space, with a fabulous lineup of tequilas, mezcals, and specialty cocktails. 9123 Strada Place, Naples (239-5980887, masa-restaurant.com) TACOS & TEQUILA CANTINA The name says it all.

The many varieties of tacos are made with fresh, local products and handmade tortillas. The choice of margaritas is also a draw. 4834 Davis Blvd., Naples (239-732-8226, tacosandtequilanaples.com)

ALBERTO’S ON FIFTH Chef Alberto Varetto cooks fine dishes in his elegant restaurant. 868 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-430-1060, albertosonfifth.com) ANGELINA’S RISTORANTE A place for a special night, with a 4,000-bottle wine tower and elegant cuisine. 24041 Tamiami Trail S., Bonita Springs (239390-3187, angelinasofbonitasprings.com) BARBATELLA Pizzas and pastas are delish, but don’t overlook offerings like the grilled salmon. Save room for the Nutella pizza. 1290 Third St. S., Naples (239-263-1955, barbatellanaples.com) BELLINI ON FIFTH ITALIAN RISTORANTE The Bellini family treats guests to cuisine inspired by matriarch “Nonna” Maria. 445 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-261-1117, bellinionfifth.com) BICE A long-time favorite on the corner of Fifth and Third Street. 300 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-2624044, naples.bicegroup.com) BRIO TUSCAN GRILLE The location in Waterside

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Taste Shops makes this a popular place for pre- and postshopping meals. 5505 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-593-5319, brioitalian.com)

Naples (239-593-6688, charliechiangs.com) MAGURO SUSHI & STEAK HOUSE Located at U.S. 41 and Wiggins Pass, Maguro is worth seeking out for a wide array of great sushi and sashimi for lunch or dinner. 895 Wiggins Pass, Naples (239591-0003, magurosteakhouse.com)

CAFÉ LUNA Signature pizzas, crispy calamari, and classic Caesar salad in a casual space. 4947 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-529-2101, cafelunanaples.com) 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 (239-435-1166, campiello.damico.com) DEROMO’S GOURMET MARKET & RESTAURANT Dine on home-style dishes, then shop for gourmet items to take home. The Promenade, 26811 S. Bay Dr., Bonita Springs (239-325-3583, deromos.com) MOLTO TRATTORIA Homemade pasta, sauces, pizza Napoletana, and Italian home-style cuisine are all top-notch. 368 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-2615853, moltonaples.com) OSTERIA TULIA Chef Vincenzo Betulia’s authentically rustic venue and “peasant” cuisine are homey, hearty, and delizioso. 466 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239213-2073, tulianaples.com) PARMESAN PETE’S Created by chef and owner Peter Della Rocca, a meal here is like taking a “big bite of Brooklyn.” 7935 Airport Pulling Road, Naples (239-992-3663, 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 (239-434-8494, pazzoitaliancafe.com) ROMA ITALIAN BISTRO Pizza and Italian specialities made with ingredients imported from Italy and fresh organic produce. 655 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-776-7042, romabistronaples.com) VERGINA Italian and Mediterranean dishes with a modern flair. Vergina is popular for gathering with friends and listening to live music. 700 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-659-7008, verginarestaurant.com)

ASIAN ARAYA SUSHI ASIAN GRILL Thai dishes, along with a wide choice of rolls, sushi, and sashimi, served in a modern space. 2650 Immokalee Road, Naples (239-593-3344, arayanaples.com) CHARLIE CHIANG’S MODERN ASIAN KITCHEN Urban decor sets the scene for modern Chinese and Japanese cuisine. 12200 Tamiami Trail N., 88

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Suspiro a la Limeña, a classic dessert of Lima

NOTEWORTHY IN EAST NAPLES Peruvian-food lovers’ latest crush is Lima Restaurant & Pisco Bar (lima-restaurant.com) in Golden Gate.

It realizes the dream of the owners, chef Dario and wife Amanda Gonzalez Zuniga, to open a restaurant that captures the essence of Lima’s modern, creative cuisine. What’s more, there are several out-of-the-ordinary cocktails made with flavor-infused versions of pisco, a brandy made in Peru.

Those caught up in the current craze for sipping fine liquors and noshing in a laid-back, speakeasy-inspired setting will find what they crave at Whiskey Park (whiskeypark-naples.com) on Mercantile Avenue. The owners, longtime friends Larry Hoelzer, former owner of Grumpy’s Ale House, and Chris Prattini, one-time executive chef at Truluck’s, serve up New Orleans– influenced dishes (muffaletta sliders, gumbo, jambalaya) and many other items. As one might expect, there’s also an impressive list of bourbons, singlemalt Scotch, and blended whiskeys.

The Kladis family, John and Kontantina with daughters Cristina and Katerina, have hatched The Coupe (thecoupefl.com) on U.S. 41 near Sugden Regional Park. They whip up comforting breakfast classics like omelets, pancakes, and waffles as well as more sophisticated benedicts and frittatas in a bright, cheerful setting. Lunch dishes range from burgers, salads, and sandwiches to assorted pannini and specials. —K.S.

SAKURA HAWAIIAN GRILL Serving innovative Asian Hawaiian fusion cuisine by chef Paul Chen. 3375 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 106, Naples (239-280-5536, sakuranaples.com) ZEN ASIAN BBQ Chef Koko, who trained with Iron Chef Morimoto, creates Next Level Sushi, Korean barbecue, ramen, and more. Dine indoors or on the outdoor patio. 10823 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239260-7037, eatatzen.com)

GLOBAL A TABLE APART Owner-chef Jeff Acol creates delicious dishes that incorporate a world of influences.

4295 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs (239-2218540, atableapart.com) ARIO Created for the “global nomad,” the menu focuses on dry-aged meats, local seafood, and salts and spices from around the world. 400 South Collier Blvd., Marco Island (239-642-2695, marriott.com) BHA! BHA! PERSIAN BISTRO Michael Mir’s restaurant serves savory lamb dishes and other colorful and delicious Persian specialties. 865 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-594-5557, bhabhapersianbistro.com) COASTAL PERUVIAN SEAFOOD & GRILL Authentic dishes of Peru, like Cebiche 200 Miles, lomo saltado, and specials. 5447 Airport Pulling Road N., Naples (239-631-6943, coastalperuvian.com) COAST RESTAURANT Choose candlelit dinners indoors or watching the sun set over the Gulf outdoors. 1901 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (239-4032181, edgewaternaples.com) FERNANDEZ THE BULL CUBAN CAFE Two locations serve traditional Cuban cuisine with a few twists.

1201 Piper Blvd.; 3375 Pine Ridge Road, Naples (239254-9855; 239-653-9097; fernandezthebull.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., Naples (239-455-4585, fuseglobalcuisine.com) IM TAPAS SPANISH RESTO BAR Get a tasty little bit of Spain in the heart of Naples. 965 Fourth Ave. N., Naples (239-403-8272, imtapas.com)

JANE’S ON THIRD Having worked in places such as London, Hong Kong, and Frankfurt, the owners offer a world of choices. 1209 Third St. S., Naples (239-261-2253, janesgardencafe.com) LAMORAGA Spanish cuisine with an international, modern twist is served in a bright setting, along with a wide selection of fine wines. 3936 Tamiami Trail N. (239-331-3669, lamoragarestaurant.com) NOODLES ITALIAN CAFÉ AND SUSHI BAR Good sushi, parmesans, and piccatas served all in one place. 1585 Pine Ridge Road, Naples (239-5920050, noodlescafe.com) 21 SPICES BY CHEF ASIF After working in places such as India and Europe, chef Asif R. Syed offers guests classical Indian cuisine. 4270 Tamiami Trail E., Naples (239-919-8830, 21spicesdining.com) «

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INCA’S KITCHEN FINE PERUVIAN CUISINE The two locations of this popular restaurant serve authentic Peruvian dishes. 11985 Collier Blvd., Naples, 8955 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-3523200, incaskitchen.com)

While numerous dining options dot the city’s downtown and uptown landscapes, Michael Hernandez, a restaurateur with deep roots in Naples’ food scene, thought people in the central part of Midtown’s decor is enlivened town would appreciate a stylish, modern, and comby local artists’ work. fortable eatery close to home. His answer, Midtown Kitchen + Bar (midtownkitchenandbar.net), fills the bill. Local is the word, from area purveyors supplying ingredients for the creative American cuisine, to decor featuring art

by Southwest Florida artists Bryan Relyea, Kage Harp, and Joy Price. Relyea collaborated with Hernandez’ wife, Lisa, on a large collage that blends uptown and downtown scenes with Midtown in the center, plus a few funny and family photos mixed in. Gary Shanabarger, who owns Edward Gary Design, Naples, worked with Lisa on the interior design. Since opening, the Hernandezes have been happy to see the new restaurant drawing a crowd of regulars for fresh, seasonal craft cocktails and dinner. A community table has been popular, with guests ordering from a menu of “Social Plates” perfect for sharing with friends. —K.S.

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For Goodness’ SAKE America develops a taste for premium bottles of Japan’s national drink

BY MARK SPIVAK

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ushi is now found seemingly everywhere in the United States, but 30 years ago, the trend was in its infancy. Back then, diners accompanied it with hot sake from porcelain flasks. Those drinks were rotgut, but a lot of people thought the act of consuming sake marked them as savvy world travelers.

Today it’s unusual to find a top-notch sushi bar without an assortment of junmai, junmai ginjo, and junmai daiginjo served chilled and available in small (180-ml) bottles.

Sake remains the national beverage of Japan, with about 1,300 producers scattered around the country. While it is frequently referred to as rice wine, that term is a misnomer. Sake is made from a process that resembles beer brewing, although there are differences. The two most important ingredients are rice and water, so sake breweries are typically located near pure sources, such as mountain springs.

The rice used for sake is larger than edible rice, with a bigger core of starch at the center. During brewing, the starch is converted into sugars, which in turn are transformed into alcohol. Generally, the amount of outer bran removed during the milling process determines the grade. Junmai, junmai ginjo, and junmai daiginjo, respectively, have 30, 40, and 50 percent of the outer kernel polished off prior to production.

Junmai ginjo and junmai daiginjo may have distilled alcohol added during the brewing process as well.

While it’s possible to spend hundreds or even thousands of dollars on sake in the nation’s leading sushi bars, consumers can easily find an exceptional bottle of premium sake for less than $100. Vine Connections (vineconnections.com) imports dozens of labels from Japan, including Takasogo’s Divine Droplets ($65) and Rihaku’s Dreamy Clouds ($30), a nigori, or unfiltered, sake.

The junmai ginjo from Hakkaisan, one of the most popular premium brands in Japan, is widely available in the States for $40.

American sake is coming of age. It has a marketing advantage over the Japanese

Founded in 1992, Sake One is the only sake-brewing facility in Oregon.

The Oregon Coastal Mountain Region yields water perfect for making sake, including the popular Momokawa.

version in that most people can pronounce the names of the brands. It also costs less, so consumers can painlessly try a wider range of products, although purists might contend that the quality of rice and water is inferior.

The leader in the domestic category is Oregon’s Sake One, which produces Momokawa and Moonstone (both around $15). The Momokawa sakes are jumnai ginjo, while

the Moonstone varieties are flavored—think of it as the sake equivalent of White Zinfandel. Roughly speaking, the difference between Momokawa and Japanese sake is similar to the distinction between California and French wine, with the American version displaying more forward and uncomplicated flavors.

Sake has become a popular ingredient for the new generation of American mixologists. Although the trend is cooling now, sake cocktails are still ubiquitous in New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles, as well as South Florida. Given the low alcohol content of sake (usually 18 to 20 percent, slightly higher than most wines but considerably lower than

spirits), it provides a welcome alternative for many consumers, especially during the hot months. Filtered sake blends well with fruit juices, particularly citrus, while nigori unfiltered sake is a good match for tropical mixers, such as cream of coconut, and can make a delightful tiki cocktail.

There are numerous online sources for ordering fine Japanese sake. To learn more, one of the best websites is Sake World by John Gauntner (sake-world.com). An American who has lived in Japan since 1998, Gauntner explains the intricacies of sake in clear and understandable language. «

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POOLSIDE paradise PHOTOGRAPHY BY MICHAEL CARONCHI

Waterfalls, fire features, and faux rock are trending as beautiful additions to pools that create a unique focal point to any home.

Jim and Patricia Pike chose a major expansion to add excitement to pool time and serve as an enticement for their children and grandchildren to visit their Bonita Bay home more often. And when the couple host charitable events, the new dramatic pool, which spans approximately 160 feet, serves as an entertaining draw.

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Clockwise from left: A bridge with a curtain waterfall; 10-foot slide with two fire features and a triple waterfall; underwater stools resembling tree trunks face a cement log table where swimmers can perch for lunch in the pool; hot tub with its own fire element and underwater lights in many vivid colors.

couple set up a service bar with a refrigerator and drawers that resemble a log, extending the grotto theme. A mural above the bar matches the tropical birds of paradise that surround the pool. The bottom and sides of the entire pool are layered with glass beads instead of the typical cement floor.

“After a couple years, a cement pool floor gets a little rough and kids come out of the pool with scraped up feet,” Pike says. “Now we have all perfectly rounded glass beads and it feels unbelievable on your feet. It’s so smooth and it won’t break down and get scratchy. And “We wanted something more natural-looking

fire—a cement tree trunk spews flames from the

and intimate with that grotto feel,” Patricia Pike

top and a volcano-like faux rock also erupts with

says. Enlisting the expertise of Rock Star Pools

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& Waterfalls, the Pikes revamped and greatly ex-

Inside the pool are three concrete un-

panded what was once a cement pool with two

derwater stools designed to resemble

small rock features. They added a second pool

tree trunks facing a cement log table at

with a lazy river to connect them and a wall of

the edge where you can perch for a lei-

intricately designed faux rock formations leading

surely lunch without leaving the water.

into the pool. The front of their hot tub now has

The pool has underwater lights through-

a dazzling fire feature. A bridge, which features a

out in a variety of stunning, changeable

curtain waterfall beneath it, crosses over the lazy

colors. “We can do all the underwater one

river so guests can climb the steps of a 10-foot

color and all the features for all the foun-

rock-like formation. The structure features a triple

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It is National Mushroom Month, a time to celebrate the nutritional punch the humble mushroom adds to just about any meal. Whether you prefer the common button, meaty portobello, prized porcini, or any other type from the fungi family, they all offer a variety of important nutrients. While we’re always reminded to eat foods that resemble the colors of the rainbow, the mushroom is a delicious exception to the rule—one not to be overlooked. Potassium, selenium, antioxidants, and B vitamins are among the many nutrients in mushrooms. Even better, they come in a multitude of shapes and sizes that make them fun to cook with and a delight for creative chefs and fungiphiles everywhere.

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Flesh eating bacteria starting from the feet can kill.

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DELNOR-WIGGINS PASS STATE PARK Yoga instructor Jennifer Colucci partners with Greenmonkey (greenmonkey.com/naples-schedule) for a morning beach yoga class at Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park in North Naples every Wednesday at 9 a.m. The cost is $5 per class plus the park entry fee; $2 of the class fee is donated to the park.

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MARCO ISLAND Marco Island Beach Yoga (marcofitnessclub.com/ marco-island-beach-yoga) offers classes that meet at the south end of the beach, just south of the Apollo condo complex and Sunset Grille, every Monday through Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. As a bonus, meditation follows the Tuesday class. Thursday through Sunday, beach yoga starts at 8:30 a.m., $10 suggested donation. No advance sign-up is required.

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LOWDERMILK PARK Lauren Fox, founder of Donation Yoga (239-8771161), leads her class on the beach at Lowdermilk Park. The suggested donation is $10, and half the fee is donated to a different charity each month. Classes start at 9:30 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. On Sunday evenings, Lauren also offers yoga on the beach at 18th Avenue South. Check out Donation Yoga Naples on Facebook for more details.

SEAGATE BEACH Caryn Gallagher, a yoga instructor with 30 years experience, offers yoga every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday at 9 a.m. at Seagate Beach, behind the Le Parc high rise near the 4900 block of Gulf Shore Boulevard N. Gallagher also incorporates soothing essential oils and sprays, offering lemongrass or lavender washcloths to place on foreheads after class, a refreshing way to end the session.

Suggested donation is $10. No advance sign-up is required. (yoga naplesfl.com, 312-505-9642) —Anna Welch

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When shaping brows, consider face shape. “If you have a low brow bone, make sure you create space between your lash line and your brow,” Taverna says. “A lot of people color from the bottom of the brow, [but] to create more space, use your color above the brow line.”

VALENTINO For a more lasting solution, a technique getting a lot of attention is microblading, Dani Taverna, owner of Duality Artistry (dual which uses a tool with small needles to create tiny ityartistry.com), says, “A lot of people are uslines resembling eyebrow hairs. Marie Benson, ing products that help grow the brow, as well who performs this and other permanent makeup as fiber-filled gels that add volume.” While preprocedures at The Laser Lounge (thelaserlounge scription treatment Latisse and over-the-counter spa.com) in Estero and Bonita Springs, warns serum neuLash are popular for boosting growth, that it’s critical to do some research and choose a there are also several fiber gels to create lushreputable, experienced, properly trained profeslooking brows. Marie Christine St. Pierre, owner sional, and to fully understand the pros and cons. of La Femme Perfumery (lafemmeperfumeryna “I do like the microblading technique,” Benson ples.com), recommends Blinc, a water-resistant says. “However, few clients are good candidates mousse she carries that tints hair and fills in for it. The skin can only be tattooed so many times in the same spot before it will look messy and eventually reject future pigment.”

Benson prefers the Nouveau Contour digital device, which has 18 needle configurations for the same realistic effect that microblading boasts. “The aspect that makes me prefer this device,” she says, “is that it is very precise and consistent in depth.” She says it’s great for someone with scar tissue from repeated or inexperienced brow tattooing and those who have toughened skin from sun damage. —Kat Smith

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HATS IN THE GARDEN AT NAPLES BOTANICAL GARDEN The 13th Annual Hats in the Garden kicks off the Naples social season with 550 guests debuting their finest millinery. The sold-out event begins with a cocktail reception throughout the Chabraja Visitor Center and gardens, followed by a tented luncheon and fashion show on the Sustaining Leadership Council Event Plaza.

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Agenda The stage teems with brilliantly costumed insects, thrilling the crowd with magnificent feats.

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Another fantasy dreamed up by Cirque du Soleil alights at Germain Arena, Estero, September 28–October 2. The troupe brings OVO to Florida for the first time this fall, a production that has been seen by more than 4 million people around the globe since its 2009 debut. The title means egg in Portuguese, and the two O’s on either side of the V represent an insect’s eyes and nose.

The story’s setting is a colorful ecosystem where insects work, live, and play in a nonstop frenzy.

A mysterious egg appears, sparking much curiosity among the insect residents. The plot also involves a romance between a gawky insect who falls for a lovely ladybug. As always, what attracts audiences like bees to nectar are the fanciful costumes, whimsical sets, and most of all, mindblowing acrobatic feats by the performers. (cirquedusoleil.com/ovo) —Kat Smith

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Agenda YOUR CHOICE 2016 SHOWCASES WORKS

BY MEMBERS OF THE NAPLES ART ASSOCIATION THROUGH OCT. 14. (NAPLESART.ORG)

The Solitary Lolies, Adorable Monique

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Muse in Love, Mauricio Garay

White Cliffs of Dover, Elaine Jones

4th Dimensional Blue Gill Fish, Kurt Zimmerman

WORKS BY ENGLISH ARTIST ELAINE JONES WILL BE SHOWN AT EAST WEST FINE ART AT BIGHAM GALLERIA THIS MONTH. (EAST WESTFINEART.COM)

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CATCH A DISPLAY OF FOLK ART BY 35 FLORIDA ARTISTS AT THE COLLIER COUNTY MUSEUM, THROUGH SEPT. 21.

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ART & MUSEUMS The Baker Museum, Artis—Naples—The Artis— Naples campus will reopen Sept. 1, schedule TBA; artisnaples.org.

Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs—Organic/ Geometric art exhibition, Sept. 2-16; artcenter bonita.org.

East West Fine Art at Bigham Galleria, Naples—How Well Do You Know England? works by English artist Elaine Jones, Sept. 2-23; 239-8219459.

East West Fine Art at Mercato, Naples—Last Days of New York Summer, works by Russian artist Mikhail Ouzikov, Sept. 9-30; 239-220-7503.

Emily James Gallery, Naples—Stay Cool in the Pool exhibit, works by the renowned Naples artist, Sept. 1-30; emilyjamesart.com.

Marco Island Historical Museum—Here and There, exhibit of paintings by William Ward Moseley, through Oct. 29; 239-642-1440.

Naples Art Association at The von Liebig Art Center—Your Choice 2016 exhibition, through Oct. 14; naplesart.org.

Naples Depot Museum—Rest in Peace: Cemeteries of Collier County, through Sept. 30; collier museums.com.

Naples Historical Society at Historic Palm Cottage—Tours of the historic house-turned-museum are available year round; visit the society’s website to book tours; napleshistoricalsociety.org.

Food, Fun, and Fashion Prime your appetite for tasty treats and high style. The fourth annual Craving Fashion (cravingfashion2016.eventbrite.com) food and fashion extravaganza returns September 23 to Waterside Shops. Break out of the summer doldrums with an evening of sampling a world of cuisines by dozens of local restaurants and chefs, catching an eyeful of fall’s chic looks from Waterside boutiques, and dancing to tunes cranked out by a live DJ. More than a great night out, the event raises dollars to benefit Make-A-Wish Southern Florida and United Way of Collier County.

Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, Naples—Fabric, art exhibit with works

by Muffy Clark Gill, Leigh Herndon, and Natalie Guess, through Sept. 7; Summer II: Water, works by local artists Muffy Clark Gill, Lynda Fay Braun, and John Brady, opening reception, Sept. 29, exhibit through Nov. 9; rookerybay.org.

Rosen Gallery & Studios, Naples—Benjamin Carl Stanley and Kay Wolfersperger: Southern Summer, through Sept. 30; A Taste of Raku, Thursdays; Clay: Handbuilding & Raku Techniques, fiveweek class, Mondays or Thursdays, reservation required; 239-821-1061.

CHILDREN & TEENS Artis—Naples—Magic Carpet Percussion Concert, Sept. 10; artisnaples.org.

Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples—Science Sunday, Sept. 11, 25; cmon.org.

Naples Botanical Garden—W.O.N.D.E.R. in the Garden, program in the Smith Children’s Garden, Saturdays and Sundays; naplesgarden.org.

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Parents, four-week sessions led by artist Richard Rosen, Mondays; 239-821-1061.

FILM Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs—Films for Film Lovers: Intimate Strangers, Sept. 5; Dark Passage, Sept. 12; More Than Honey, Sept. 19; Belle de Jour, Sept. 26; Moe Auditorium & Film Center; artcenterbonita.org.

Mercato, Naples—Movie on the Lawn, Sept. 20; mercatoshops.com.

FOOD, WINE & FASHION Fifth Avenue South, Naples—Labor Day Sidewalk Sale, Sept. 2-5; fifthavenuesouth.com.

Norman Love Confections—Classes: Molded Candies, Sept. 7, 21; Layered Cakes, Sept. 7; Cookies, Sept. 21; Chocolate Salon, Fort Myers; 239-561-7215.

Third Street South, Naples—Third Thursday on Third, shopping, dining, live entertainment, Sept.

15; Farmers Market, Saturday mornings, parking lot behind Tommy Bahama; 239-434-6533.

Rosen Gallery & Studios—Clay Art for Kids &

Reflections, Mikhail Ouzikov

EAST WEST FINE ART AT MERCATO PRESENTS WORKS BY RUSSIAN PAINTER MIKHAIL OUZIKOV, SEPT. 9-20. (EASTWEST FINEART.COM)

Village on Venetian Bay, Naples—Labor Day Sidewalk Sale, Sept. 2-5; 239-961-2975.

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Agenda Town: Naples Botanical Garden, Headquarters Library, Naples, and Moorings Park Bower Chapel, Naples, Sept. 8; Naples Regional Library, Artis—Naples’ Figge Conservatory, Sept. 9; South Regional Library, Naples, Wang Opera Center, Naples, Sept. 10; Florida Gulf Coast University’s Tobe Recital Hall, Sept. 14; FGCU Bower School of Music Wind Orchestra at Artis—Naples, Sept.

25; artisnaples.org.

Mercato, Naples—Free concert on the lawn, Sept. 1; mercatoshops.com.

Naples Jazzmasters—Concerts, Saturday afternoons through Sept. 24, Norris Center, Naples; naplesjazzsociety.com.

SummerJazz on the Gulf—31st annual free concert series, Late Night Brass, Sept. 24, Watkins Lawn at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club; naplesbeachhotel.com.

Set a PACE Hundreds of women will flock to the Naples Grande Beach Resort September 1 for the popular yearly ladies’ night of shopping, drinks, and entertainment. At Love That Dress! (lovethat dress.org) for PACE Center for Girls-Collier at Immokalee, a seemingly endless array of new and lightly used clothes, jewelry, and accessories will be on offer at nominal prices. The organizers aim to top the $150,000 raised last year, so prepare to enjoy the company of your best gal pals while sprucing up your fall wardrobe and helping to provide girls and young women opportunities for a better future through PACE’s programs.

Following the shopping spree will be a fabulous After Party at Burn by Rocky Patel in Mercato.

SPECIAL EVENTS David Lawrence Center, Naples—Annual Recovery Month Awards Ceremony honoring National Recovery Month and celebrating community individuals and groups for contributions to supporting people in recovery, Sept. 22, New Hope Community Center, Naples; davidlawrencecenter.org.

Everglades Society for Historic Preservation— Blessing of the Stone Crab Fleet, Sept. 24, Rod & Gun Club, Everglades City; evergladeshistor ical.org.

SPORTS & OUTDOORS Conservancy of Southwest Florida—Boat & Lunch Tours, Fridays; conservancy.org.

Foundation of Collier County Medical Society—Docs & Duffers Charity Golf Tournament, benefits local health-care students and communi-

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ty health needs, Sept. 17, Bonita Bay Naples Club; 239-435-7727.

Gulf Coast Runners—Labor Day 5K, Sept. 5, Lowdermilk Park, Naples; Run Wild For Wildlife Conservation 5K Run/Walk benefiting Naples Zoo and Conservancy of Southwest Florida, Sept.

24, Naples Zoo Parking Lot start; gcrunner.org.

Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament— Community-focused event sponsored by the Greater Naples YMCA, open to all ages, benefits local youth programs, Sept. 17-18; location TBA; macker.com.

Hope HealthCare Services—12th Annual Fillet & Release fishing tournament to benefit Hope Hospice, cash payout based on number of entries and other prizes, Captain’s Meeting, Sept. 23, Bahama

Art gallery owners Olga and Leeza Arkhangelskaya recently changed the name of their gallery at Mercato from Gallery on Fifth to East West Fine Art (eastwestfineart.com), the same name as their gallery at the Bigham Galleria in Naples. The change reflects their mission to bridge the cultures of America, Europe, and Asia through fine art and bring the aesthetics and spiritual ideas of East and West together.

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Scenes from the 2015 Love That Dress!

Breeze, Fort Myers, tournament start, Sept. 24, Matanzas Inn, Fort Myers Beach; filletandrelease 4hospice.com.

Pro Watercross World Championships— Closed-course personal watercraft racing, Sept.

20-25, Sugden Regional Park, Naples; prowater cross.com.

THEATER/DANCE Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, Fort Myers—Comedian Ron White, Sept. 29; bbmann pah.com.

Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs—Improv Café and Improv Tonight, Sept. 3, Moe Auditorium & Film Center; artcenterbonita.org.

Germain Arena, Estero—OVO, show by Cirque du Soleil, Sept. 28-Oct. 2; cirquedusoleil.com/ovo.

Gulfshore Playhouse, Naples—Annual New Works Festival, staged readings of new plays, Sept. 8-11, Norris Center, Naples; gulfshoreplay house.org.

Off The Hook Comedy Club, Naples—Comics Adam Hunter, Sept. 1-4; Ralphie May, Sept. 15-17; Bob Marley, Sept. 22-25; offthehookcomedy.com.

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NEIGHBORHOOD HEALTH CLINIC WHAT: THE UNDERGROUND ARTERY, A 1920S PROHIBITION-STYLE SPEAKEASY WHO: THE BLOCKLIST, THE NEXTGENERATION GROUP SUPPORTING THE CLINIC WHERE: NAPLES BOTANICAL GARDEN

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KYLE BATEMAN, STEVEN AND JODI NIENKERK

PROVIDENT JEWELRY WHAT: EXPANSION CELEBRATION WHO: PROVIDENT VIPS AND GUESTS WHERE: PROVIDENT JEWELRY’S 555 FIFTH AVENUE SOUTH LOCATION KAY AND JACK LAIN

JOAN AND BRIAN MCGREGOR FRANK FALCONE, BRAD HEIGES CAROL BURK, SUSAN CORNWELL

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Naples’ best-kept secret: Naples Bay Water Shuttle, which hops around through Tin City, Bayfront, and all around the bay.

1. Favorite beach: We love to set up right outside the Sunset Beach Bar & Grill at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club. We grab lunch there, and sometimes even catch live music.

2. Must-attend seasonal event: Christmas tree lighting on Third Street South.

3. Favorite fashion designer: Tory Burch. I pair her shoes and accessories with almost every outfit.

4. Go-to scent: Chanel Chance Eau Tendre 5. Favorite travel spot: Key West via the If she wasn’t Key West Express ferry out of Marco Island. a TV anchor …

I love staying at the La Concha Hotel & Spa on Duval Street.

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Best locally made product: I love going in to smell all the wonderful run a nonprofit products at Naples Soap Company. organization.

7. Signature drink: Extra-dirty martini 8. Workout of choice: Pure Barre. It is the first time I’ve found myself actually looking forward to working out!

9. Favorite restaurant: Bleu Provence. I love the ambience and the braised boneless Wagyu short ribs are one of my favorite dishes anywhere.

10. Favorite charity: The David Lawrence Center. I’ve seen the effects of mental health and substance-abuse issues in my own family for years, and we have one of the best resources in town. I also met my husband at its Young Executives Sunset Cruise three years ago, so I have them to thank for bringing us together.

6 11. Favorite local spa: Spa 41. It’s a hidden oasis 7 tucked in the corner of the Tanglewood Market Place.

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is a familiar face in Southwest Florida as the morning traffic anchor and noon anchor at WINK News. The Naples resident is also seen around town at charity events and volunteering at nonprofits, including St. Matthew’s House, Girls on the Run of Collier County, and the David Lawrence Center.

Favorite local cultural attraction: Off the Hook Comedy Club

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