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December 2015

features 60 / Festive Feast

Four Naples chefs’ favorite dishes create a delectable holiday dinner Photography by Michael Caronchi

66 / Masterpiece Theater Couture takes center stage in a one-of-a-kind setting

Photography by Gabor Jurina

76 / Toy Land

Perfect gifts for everyone on your list, from tweens to beauty queens Photography by Vanessa Rogers

82 / Where the Art Is

An insider’s guide to Art Basel Miami Beach

by Susie stanton Staikos

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22 / NaplesIllustrated.com

New Year’s Eve celebrations; holiday gift guide; 12 ways to give back this season

28 / In Focus

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Craving Fashion; Dine239 launch party

35 / Insider

Best-selling author Carl Hiaasen’s in town; dressing up for Downton Abbey’s premiere; Giving Back

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41 / Style

A plethora of pearls and Roman-inspired looks

44 / Tastemakers

Fine jewelry designer Tamara Comolli on finding her passion and building a collection

46 / Vanity

The gold standard for glowing skin

48 / Treasure

Stunning gems to green-light the holiday spirit

50 / Finds

53 / Escape

Indulge in Mexico’s sophisticated cities and natural hideaways

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A test drive of Bentley’s new Bentayga SUV By howard walker

95 / Taste

Cookies for Santa; Naples Restaurant Week; new places to savor

102 / Pour

Drinks to mix for party-perfect sipping By mark spivak

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Photographer: GABOR JURINA model: Sophie Theobald, w360 Management, New York CLOTHING: Marchesa custom ostrich feather caftan JEWELRY: Graff Diamonds necklace HAIR: Takayoshi Tsukisawa, New York Makeup: Julie Harris, Judy Inc., Toronto location: Baccarat Hotel & Residences New York, New York For buying information, turn to page 143.

A grand holiday home entrance; dazzling serving pieces and table decor

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Stress-busting stocking stuffers; high-tech sleep solutions; spa relief for aching feet

116 / Wealth

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A pARTy with a Purpose; Trendy Tours Travel Expo; ACF Scholarship Dinner

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Naples’ celebrity stylist Philip Douglas shares a few of his favorite things

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From the Editor The holidays inspire joy and reflection, whether we’re celebrating at home with loved ones or at one of countless festive events around town. It’s also a time when many are comforted by the gravitational pull of family traditions, while others will start new ones they hope will be followed by generations to come.

In “A Festive Feast,” starting on page 60, Naples chefs share their favorite dishes for you to savor (and perhaps add to your traditional holiday meal). From delicious starters to a regal main course and new twists on popular sides, it is certainly a feast for the eyes. Of course, we couldn’t forget scrumptious desserts for a sweet ending.

Every recipe is available online, so you can flip straight to the feast and then log on to start planning your own festive meal.

In this Holiday Glamour issue, you’ll also find fashion and decor inspiration for the season, as well as gift ideas for just about everyone on your list.

Haven’t yet found the perfect present for family and friends? Turn to “Toy Land,” beginning on page 76, for gift ideas that are sure to please everyone from tiny tots to tweens and fashionistas to power players.

If you’re also hosting your own soiree (or two or three) this month, welcome guests with a grand entrance and elegant entertaining accoutrements, which you’ll find in Abode on page 107.

Aside from the parties, the holidays are always known for being a season of giving, a time when we painstakingly search for the right gift because we know it will bring a smile to our loved one’s face—and as a result, brighten our own with the delight. Many Neapolitans will also donate time or money to several charities (not just during the holidays, but all year long) simply because it brings them joy to give back—whether it’s for family, friends, or the less fortunate in our community. That’s the true spirit of Christmas.

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To an opponent, tolerance.

To a friend, your heart.

To a customer, service.

To all, charity.

To every child, a good example.

To yourself, respect.

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Editor’s Pick: Love this stunning Naeem Khan custom cluster beaded high-neck gown. See more one-of-a-kind couture creations in “Masterpiece Theater,” starting on page 66.

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2. Have you ever wanted to create an amazing work of art out of glass? During the month of December, The Ritz-Carlton, Naples is bringing in local glass-blowing artist Conrad Williams, who is teaching classes at the resort on how to create your own glass masterpiece.

We spoke with Williams about the class, his artistic process, and more

The Whiskey Brûlé, created by the team at Lurcat Catering, is made with equal parts whiskey, ginger beer, and orange juice, but the real standout in this cocktail is the garnish. A brûléed orange slice, made by dusting a thin orange slice with sugar on both sides then searing it in a pan, adds a bit of sweetness and a rich scent to be savored with every sip.

Ingredients 1 part whiskey 1 part ginger beer 1 part orange juice

Serve over ice and garnish with a brûléed orange wheel.

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The Everglades provide economic and recreational benefits to the state’s residents, as well as the water supply to one in three Floridians. The ecosystem is also home to 67 threatened or endangered species. As a result of development over the past century, the ecosystem has shrunk to less than half its original size, while agricultural pollutants have had a negative impact on indigenous plants and animals. Since 1993, the Everglades Foundation has led efforts to restore and protect the greater Everglades ecosystem. To support the cause, the Foundation presents “An Evening With Carl Hiaasen” December 4, featuring a lecture and book signing at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club. (evergladesfoun dation.org)

With acerbic—and very funny—storytelling, Miami Herald columnist and novelist Carl Hiaasen skewers those he sees as behaving badly. The native Floridian’s satirical tales feature colorful antiheroes who battle equally colorful corrupt officials, medical miscreants, and other morally objectionable types. As humorous as his writing is, Hiaasen is serious about bringing to light those whom he believes inflict irreparable damage on the Sunshine State. He’s published 14 novels for adults, and a handful for young readers. His most recent young adult book, Skink: No Surrender, features his iconic character Skink, the eccentric, ex-Florida governor who lives in the swamp dining on road kill. We talked with Hiaasen, who will appear December 4 in Naples for the Everglades Foundation, about his passion to protect Florida’s natural riches.

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Hiaasen: I can’t recall the specific moment, but I recall my reaction to seeing bulldozers flattening a wetland area where I grew up in Plantation. Watching that get paved Read what else is on Hiaasen’s mind at over I’m sure affected me and pissed me off naplesillustrated profoundly. .com/hiaasen How did you become involved with the Everglades Foundation?

It was when the movie came out of one of my books, What’s your take on the Naples area?

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The critically acclaimed and wildly popular British period drama series, Downton Abbey, will bid its final farewell after its sixth season. The show’s legions of fans are champing at the bit for the premiere of the final season later this month. Many of them plan to dress for the occasion at a special event, “Tea, Champagne & All That Jazz,” at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples. If you wish to channel strong-willed Lady Mary Crawley, her younger, fun-seeking cousin Lady Rose Aldridge, or other members of the Crawley clan, Audrey’s, Naples (audreys-naples.com) has you covered, with an expansive selection of period fashions in its vintage showroom. Every year, shop owner Quenby Tilley brings in additional garments and accessories from the era to assist the many Downton Abbey devotees who wish to be styled for the show’s premiere party. The secret, she reveals, is culling pieces from different eras. “You don’t have to dress head-to-toe authentic vintage to make it look the part,” Tilley says. “You can literally shop the 1920s from several different eras.” In one vignette, pictured above, Tilley pairs original 1920s gowns (increasingly rare finds) with gorgeously ostentatious jewelry, headgear, and embellishments that span the decades, but resonate the period’s style. The Dowager Countess of Grantham would surely approve. —Liza Grant Smith

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Give a beautiful gift with extra giving power. A portion of sales from renowned photographer Clyde Butcher’s Special 2016 Calendar—themed the Florida National Parks Edition— will be donated to the South Florida Parks Trust. In recognition of the U.S. National Parks Centennial Celebration, the calendar features a dozen breathtaking images shot in Big Cypress National Preserve, Everglades National Park, Key Biscayne National Park, and National Seashore Cape Canaveral. Each is accompanied by a story from Butcher, who passionately champions preservation of South Florida’s wetlands. (clyde butcher.com) —K.S.

Keep on TRUCKIN’ The professional chefs at the Boys & Girls Club of Collier County, Geoff Novins and Taso Banos, approached club leadership with a plan to expand the BGCCC culinary program. They proposed starting a food truck to be funded by individual, corporate, and grant donations. The goal: to give club youths experience in cooking arts and entrepreneurship while bringing delicious food to the people of Naples. Two years later, the shiny new Blue CanTEEN has rolled out, serving freshly made meals created from locally sourced ingredients. We’re not talking burgers and dogs here; dishes include items like a just-caught mahi filet on a bed of mixed-bean salad, and perfectly crunchy grouper tacos. The menu changes with the availability of fresh ingredients, but all items are priced at $6 or $7. The truck will be hitting various area farmers markets, festivals, and other stops all week long. (bgccc .com/programs/blue-canteen-food-truck) —K.S.

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Mental illness isn’t usually associated with a laugh fest. Yet Victoria Maxwell (victoriamax​ well.com) doesn’t see that as such a stretch. The Canadian actress-turned-writer and public speaker effectively uses humor to educate and advocate for people affected by mental disorders. During her acting career in the ’90s, she had roles in projects starring Johnny Depp, John Travolta, and David Duchovny. When diagnosed with bipolar disorder, anxiety, and psychosis, however, she directed her energy into recovery. That ultimately led to the launch of her company, Crazy for Life Co., and to writing an award-winning one-woman show of the same name.

“It dawned on me that my experiences

might be something people want to hear about,” she says. “What I saw was that there was a huge hunger for family members, as well as people with mental illness, to see themselves reflected, to have hope and humor around what can be a really challenging time.”

Through her speaking engagements, she educates health-care professionals about the “insider’s experience,” and is often hired to help companies understand what their employees affected by mental disorders may be going through. Maxwell pokes fun to make people think in a different way. Her story engenders empathy and compassion, and helps others realize that people with mental illness and their family members are not so different.

She will bring her message and disarming humor to the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Collier County Hope Shines Luncheon, December 8 (namicollier.org). Attendees will be inspired by her story.

“When I wasn’t getting any treatment, it was very difficult. I had a hard time managing day-to-day life. Once I got good treatment, my life started flourishing,” she says. “The biggest thing is knowing that people who have mental-health issues do recover. Not just that they can, they do.” —Kat Smith

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Diamonds may be a girl’s best friend, but pearls are just as pleasurable. Roger Vivier’s couture Rendez-Vouz collection embraces the pearl in pieces like the Boite de Nuit Caviar white pearl clutch ($4,850), the Boite de Nuit Jaipur black satin clutch with pearl detail ($3,495), and the White Caviar Lasso sandal with pearls ($3,350). Turn the page for more pearl pieces and festive accessories.

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Pearly Petal Camellia brooch with pearls ($550), Chanel, chanel.com

In orbit UltraDior metal earrings with palladium finish, light pink resin pearls, and light pink crystals ($560), Dior, dior.com

Golden Crown Velvet headband with resin and crystal brooches ($3,075), Dolce & Gabbana, Marissa Collections, Naples

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Pearl Parade Metal and pearl-stud bracelet ($175), Tory Burch, Naples

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Casual, Colorful Elegance WHO: Tamara Comolli, jewelry entrepreneur and founder of the Tamara Comolli Fine Jewelry Collection UPBRINGING: Born in Germany and raised in France, Germany, Gibraltar, and Spain STYLE: Boho-chic and luxurious hippie jewelry collections featuring symbolic shapes and colorful gemstones LATEST COLLECTION: Tulip Rings, with fallcolored gemstones WHAT’S COMING UP: Twentieth anniversary at Marissa Collections

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Comolli: It was a hobby for me early in life, but my parents told me there was no way I could turn it into a profession. I had to finish high school and go to university first. So I studied economics and jewelry stayed a hobby, but I was basically not allowed to turn it into a business until later, after my professional career in consulting and marketing. Finally, I decided to do it by myself. But I’m very grateful they forced me to get the professional background because I’m not sure if I could have managed to succeed in growing a company and making it an international brand without it.

How did you develop your aesthetic?

I wanted to create a collection you could build on. I noticed there were so many designs in the world of jewelry, but it was very difficult for clients to stick with a favorite because the new collections could not be combined.

What is your connection with Naples?

I first met Marissa Hartington from Marissa Collections more than 20 years ago in New York City, where my jewelry was on display in a showroom.

She invited me to have a trunk show in Naples, and that’s when I fell in love with the city. I lived there for eight years and I could still go there every day. It’s so me—it’s laid-back, relaxed, and colorful, the epitome of my jewelry.

Do you have a special interest in the Golisano Children’s Hospital, the beneficiary of this month’s event at Marissa Collections?

We do charity work for children all over the world, and in December we feature one piece where 10 percent of the revenue is allocated for charity purposes, so this is a great opportunity to really show our support for the children.

View Tamara Comolli’s latest designs at Marissa Collections’ December patron event for the March 2016 Golisano Children’s Hospital Luau of Life. Comolli will also appear at Marissa Collections in February to celebrate the twentieth anniversary of her jewelry in Naples. (marissacollections.com)

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Do you have a favorite piece?

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What do you like to do in your free time?

Believe it or not, sitting on the beach is my favorite thing to do. I can sit there for an hour and just look at the ocean; it relaxes me. There’s water everywhere my stores are located, and no matter how cold it is, if you put me on a beach, I’ll go and swim.

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1. Festive Garland Seaman Schepps six-strand bead necklace in multicolor precious and semiprecious stones set in 18-karat gold, $19,500. Yamron Jewelers, Naples (239-592-7707, yamron.com) 2. Green Light Wendy Yu Malachite Shield earrings with malachite, tsavorites, and cognac diamonds set in 18-karat gold, $6,050. Marissa Collections, Naples (239263-4333, marissacollections.com) 3. Christmas in Paris Paris Nouvelle Vague ring with malachite and fire opals set in 18-karat rose gold, $36,600. Select Cartier boutiques (800-227-8437, cartier.us) 4. Personal Ornament Graff Diamonds brooch with white diamonds and a 144.27-carat emerald, price upon request.

Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples (239-298-7914, saksfifthavenue.com) 5. Deco the halls Bracelet with diamonds, chrysoprase, and black spinels set in platinum, $450,000. Tiffany & Co., Naples (239-592-6188, tiffany.com) 6. Under the Mistletoe Giuseppe Picchiotti Timeless earrings with diamonds and Colombian emeralds set in white gold, $259,000. Bigham Jewelers, Naples (239434-2800, bighamjewelers.com) 7. Petite Present Emerald and diamond earrings set in platinum, $12,995.

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Finds

Catch Fire Welcome winter with fire- and flamethemed luxuries By Kat Smith

Festive fLICKER EstĂŠe Lauder Pleasures Exotic Paisley solid perfume compact ($175) gleams with Swarovski crystals. Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples (239-592-5900; saksfifthavenue.com)

KEY IGNITION The smoky, sophisticated Tom Dixon Fire candle ($115, $200) glows in a red mouth-blown glass vessel. Nordstrom, Naples (239-325-6100; nordstrom.com)

smoke protector The second edition of the Cave de Paille Masterpiece humidor collection (price on request), created in collaboration with Paris artist Lison de Caunes, will be available at Art Basel Miami.

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FIRELIGHT The Flame six-light pendant in silver leaf and polished steel ($2,520) glams up any room. Wilson Lighting, Naples (239-592-6006; wilsonlighting.com)

PASS THE TORCH The rechargeable, refillable Airlighter ($80) ignites fires in seconds with a 2,600-degree flame. The Bison Company (845-477-5049, store.the bisoncompany.com)

GLOWING ROCKs ABS by Allen Schwartz Some Like It Hot faceted-stone bib necklace ($150) makes a sizzling statement. Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples (239-592-5900, saksfifthavenue.com)

HOME FIRES Wood- and gas-fired ovens in several modular and preassembled models (various prices) are designed for residential use. Earthstone Ovens (800-840-4915; earthstoneovens.com)

WHERE THERE’S SMOKE Give the Rocky Patel Vintage Sampler ($110) to the cigar aficionados on your list. Burn By Rocky Patel, Naples (239-6539013; rockypatel.com)

Hearth’s desire Arteriors’ Gina fireplace screen in antique brass ($1,950) reflects the mysterious beauty of flames. Bay Design, Naples (239-649-0906; baydesignstore.com)

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS Sturdy wooden fireside matches with colorcoordinated tips ($15) are packed in festive boxes, approximately 50 matches per box.

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HOT LIPS La Prairie Cellular Luxe Lip Colour with caviar extract in Flamme ($55) perfects your party pout.

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Strike it rich Add class to a cocktail table with a Veuve Clicquot Champagne–inspired glass and nickel-plated match-box cover ($65) and matching cocktail-napkin holder ($90). Jett Thompson Antiques & Interiors, Naples (239-263-5460; jettthompson.com)

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Escape

Magic

Mexico’s Hidden By paul rubio

encounter whale sharks (right) and stay close to nature at Las Nubes de Holbox (above).

Holbox

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long yet narrow sliver of mangrove and beach off the northern tip of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, Holbox (pronounced hole-bosh) has managed to evade the lexicon of travel know-it-alls and tourist hordes. Its unspoiled state, however, is no secret to its primary residents: wild flamin-

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Discover sophisticated cities and natural hideaways along Mexico’s road less traveled

gos, whale sharks, and a single boho-chic fishing village, home to about 2,000 locals.

Translated as “Black Hole” in Mayan, Holbox lives true to its name as a vortex of simplicity where globalization disappears.

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Remède Spa at the St. Regis Mexico City

Meditate on the beach before retreating to your suite at the Casa Sandra (above and left) or enjoy breakfast alfresco at Las Nubes de Holbox (right).

living in the moment comes naturally. Days rarely stray from lounging under a thatchedroof beach cabana or ambling along the island’s contiguous lagoon. If visiting between May and September, the height of whale shark season, an experiential snorkeling encounter with the world’s largest extant fish is a must.

Development exists solely across Holbox’s westernmost section. There, the hotels span the entire 1-mile width of the island and sandy roads lead from a Main Square to lanes of small shops and Caribbean-style wood shacks housing tour operators and no-shoes-required restaurants. Holbox’s unpaved highway ends at its easternmost structure, the boutique ho-

tel Las Nubes de Holbox (lasnubesdeholbox .com), where the upstairs master suites grant the best ocean views and superlative flamingo encounters. Slightly closer to “town,” the 12room Casa Sandra (casasandra.com) champions a delightful barefoot sophistication without tarnishing the old-school Mexican bucolic charm. Its exterior showcases iconic Mexican architecture, with whitewashed walls and a thatched-palapa roof, but its interiors, clad in hand-embroidered pillows and tapestries, imbue this paradisiacal boutique hotel with a familiar tinge of luxury.

Mexico City

Mexico’s capital bursts with the passion, colors, and flavors of the country’s 31 diverse states, offering a welcome urban retreat from the typical beachside circuit. While there’s no shortage of places to flash your pesos in the world’s eighth richest city, the wealth of free historic and cultural spectacles are the true highlights. Chapultepec, Mexico City’s Central Park equivalent, is peppered with worldrenowned museums such as the Museo Nacional de Antropología (mna.inah.gob.mx), home to the Aztec calendar stone Piedra del Sol and the fairy tale–like Castillo de Chapultepec. Teotihuacán, one of the largest pyramidal structures built in the pre-Columbian Americas, is just a short drive from the city center and is an impressive, lesser-known site that easily rivals Mexico’s more famous ruins.

Mexico City is a mosaic of neighborhoods, or colonias. On Saturdays, the San Angel neighborhood hosts a sophisticated arts and crafts market focusing on the dearly departed; skeletons replace the living in portraits, Helipad view from the St. Regis Mexico City

At Las Nubes de Holbox, you’re never far from the ocean.

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Explore Teotihuacán (above) and view decorative trajineras along the canals of Xochimilco (left).

figurines, and sculptures to show adoration for the afterlife. Flowery, oversize Mexican gondolas, known as trajineras, float young lovers and festive groups along the canals of Xochimilco. The boutiques, galleries, bistros, and cafés of chic districts like La Condesa, La Roma, and Polanco buzz with the country’s growing bourgeoisie.

Come nightfall, check out the city’s highdesign eateries. For an evening of sophisticated dining, sample haute Spanish cuisine at Tezka (tezka.com.mx) in the Zona Rosa neighborhood or head to Polanco’s La Tecla (latecla.com.mx) for pursuits in creative modern Mexican gastronomy. Later, retreat to your posh digs at the skyscraping St. Regis Mexico City (starwoodhotels.com), designed by Cesar Pelli of Malaysia’s Petronas Towers fame.

Get lost in San Miguel de Allende’s colorful side streets.

From top: pumpkin risotto at Moxi; Paroquia de San Miguel Archangel.

San Miguel de Allende

The rogue city that helped launch the Mexican War of Independence is now making history as the country’s most glamorous destination. San Miguel de Allende, an eighteenthcentury colonial town in the heart of Mexico’s central highlands, sparkles with UNESCO World Heritage grandeur, captured in its colorful streets, stunning gardens, neoclassical monuments, neo-Gothic churches, and ba-

roque-style homes.

Influenced by the region’s architectural customs, the Rosewood San Miguel de Allende (rosewoodhotels.com/en/sanmiguelde allende) was built like a traditional Mexican hacienda, with expansive rooms that surround either a central courtyard or aromatic fields of lavender. Arched domes lead from one building to the next, each corridor lined with art and ending at a different modern marvel. Pick a direction and discover a cabanalined infinity pool, or a wine cellar dedicated to artist Frida Kahlo and constructed from Arched corridors at the Rosewood

From left: olive cake with cream cheese and passion-fruit sauce at Tezka; Chapultepec in Mexico City.

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Escape Sample tequilas at the Rosewood’s 1826 Tequila Bar (left) or visit one of the city’s many colonial churches (right).

local river rock, or the Luna Rooftop Tapas Bar, which serves eclectic bites alongside an extraordinary view of Mexico’s oldest town.

In San Miguel de Allende, no map is required. Meandering with no concern for the destination provides ample opportunity to snap photos of the red, rust, and yellow kaleidoscope of buildings, browse petite museums, and discover esoteric galleries and boutiques tucked into alleyways. At some point, however, be sure to find your way to Moxi (moxi.com.mx), helmed by Mexico’s current “it” chef, Enrique Olvera. Feast on Olvera’s play on traditional Mexican dishes, like eggplant mole and pumpkin risotto with squash

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blossoms. Afterward, stop by the Casa Dragones (casadragones.com) showroom for a tequila tasting. A visit here is by invitation only but can be arranged by your concierge at the Rosewood. A tour of this seventeenth-century estate comes with gourmet food paired with tequila, and not just any tequila—Dragones’ 100-percent blue agave Joven tequila is consumed only in its purest form. Like a great work of art, each bottle is hand-engraved, signed, numbered, and dated. « Luna Rooftop Tapas Bar at the Rosewood

Nichole is a loving 28-year-old mother whose journey through addiction has been long and painful.

Despite several attempts at sobriety for her son’s sake, patterns repeated and she lost custody. She racked up arrest after arrest and her life spiraled out of control.

When Nichole entered the Collier County Drug Court program, she made the best choice of her life.

She spent the next 15-months surrendering completely to the treatment process. She did the work and learned the tools. While in Crossroads Residential, she embraced the equine and art therapy, and yoga classes and flourished.

Now sober for two years, Nicole has her son back and is expecting her “second chance”. She works her program, stays active and healthy and has “a great life” counting her blessings one day at a time.

Her Recovery is Our Concern.

Mental health is a community issue.

Fortunately, there’s a community solution.

Nichole is among one in four in Collier County who suffer from a mental illness. One in nine of us will experience some form of substance abuse. When a family member, friend or coworker battles a mental health or substance abuse problem, we suffer with them.

Thankfully, David Lawrence Center is here for our community.

A not-for-profit organization founded and still governed by community leaders, the David Lawrence Center is the behavioral health component of our community’s healthcare network.

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luxury IN THE ROUGH Bentley unveils its new Bentayga, the world’s fastest, most luxurious, and most expensive SUV

By Howard Walker Checking the options boxes when purchasing a new car always delivers a frisson of excitement. Do you stick with the stock 18-inch rims or spend the extra couple of grand for the 20s? Do you go with the $800 stereo or upgrade to the $1,500 model with more bells, watts, and whistles?

Of course, I want it all.

Slightly more consideration might be required when filling in the lengthy extras list for your new $229,100 Bentley Bentayga, the world’s fastest and most expensive SUV, heading to showrooms this spring.

You’ll love the platinum Breitling dashboard-mounted clock, but you could upgrade to the optional Breitling Mulliner Tourbillon ticker for $234,000.

Naturally, it’s a horological marvel. The tourbillon mechanism is what the watch industry quite rightly calls a “complication,” meaning it improves the precision of a watch by counteracting gravity-induced disturbances. In short, it makes it as accurate as a $10 digital Timex.

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This clock, however, is aesthetically superior—to say the least. Its case is handcrafted from solid 18-karat white or rose gold. You can also choose between an ebony or white mother-of-pearl face, both adorned with eight chunky diamonds.

The party trick of this ticking pièce de résistance is how it winds. In the same way the mechanical watch on your wrist requires movement to keep it accurate, the Bentley clock has a self-winding mechanism that spins the entire clock three times every 15 minutes to keep it on time to a fault.

That $234,000 price tag covers only the clock.

Given the myriad other accoutrements, you’ll probably want to hire armed guards to protect your investment when the Bentley is parked.

As for the Bentayga itself, you’re looking at a mechanical masterpiece equal to anything Breitling creates. Powered by a 600-horse-

power, twin-turbo, 12-cylinder engine, this 5,300-pound penthouse on wheels almost defies physics when it races to 60 mph from rest in four seconds or hits its top speed of 187 mph.

Because SUVs are designed to play in the mud, the Bentayga’s complex 4x4 system has settings to tackle everything from mud, snow, grass, sand, and even that pesky, crunchy gravel on driveways leading up to Downton Abbey– style English country mansions.

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POWER FILE It can also wade through water 20 inches deep, clear rocks that are more than 9 inches high, and tow a 7,700-pound trailer without breaking a sweat, perfect for when your showjumper needs transporting to Wellington.

See it in the metal and it looks somewhat like Bentley’s Continental GT on steroids. It’s a handsome beast, though a bit predictable in its shape. Thankfully, it’s a million times easier on the eyes than the regrettable EXP 9F concept Bentley showed the world in 2012. Ultimately, it lacked the elegance, class, and distinctive style of, say, a long-wheelbase Range Rover Autobiography.

The Bentayga awes when you open the door.

This is Bentley at its bespoke, handcrafted finest: exquisite veneers, quilted leathers, and shimmery stainless-steel fixtures and fittings.

PRICE: From $229,100 ENGINE: 6.0-liter twin-turbo V-12 POWER: 600-hp TORQUE: 664 pound-feet TRANSMISSION: 8-speed automatic 0-60: 4 seconds TOP SPEED: 187 mph LENGTH/ WIDTH: 202.4/78.7 inches WEIGHT: 5,340 pounds WHY WE LOVE IT: Because no carmaker has ever built an SUV this expensive, this fast, and this luxurious.

The 22-way adjusting front seats deliver unparalleled comfort, while the individual rear pews (a bench is optional) power 18 different ways. Want tunes? The 18-speaker, 1,950-watt Naim audio system will happily oblige.

This being Bentley, just ask and it shall be delivered. The company’s Mulliner bespoke

division will install a custom hamper set for picnics, crafted by royal furniture maker David Linley (grandson of King George VI) and complete with a Champagne chiller as well as custom china and crystal flutes.

Speaking of the British Royal Family, Her Majesty will receive the very first Bentayga off the production line. It will join her Bentley State Limousine in the royal lockup.

As for the Bentayga name, the jury is still out. According to Bentley, it comes from Roque Bentayga, the 4,642-foot mountain peak on Spain’s Canary Islands. At least it’s better than the Bentley Canary. «

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From a crown roast of lamb to a decadent Panettone bread pudding, four Naples chefs share their favorite dishes for a delectable Christmas dinner. Get ready to serve up these innovative creations that are sure to satisfy even the most discerning palate in your family.

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FIT FOR ROYALS

There are few dishes that can match the wow factor on the dinner table like a majestic crown roast of lamb. Chef Justin Hornyak of HB’s on the Gulf, Naples, offers his delicious spin on the holiday favorite with a thyme-and-dijon-crusted version, served with sweet shallot jam and roasted fennel jus liÊ.

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LIQUID GOLD

’Tis the season for hearty winter vegetables, and the many varieties of squash are often the most popular and colorful.

Executive Chef Abel Gonzalez of Bayside Seafood Grill & Bar, Naples, creates a rich acorn and butternut squash soup with fresh sprigs of basil, and served with a swirl of crème fraîche.

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SIDE SHOW

A stunning side dish can become a star attraction.

The Local’s owner-chef Jeff Mitchell tosses a harvest salad, one of his favorites that can be served hot or cold.

It features Swiss chard, wild rice, roasted oyster mushrooms, pomegranate seeds, toasted pecans, and Madeira. Putting a twist on classics, he also serves blackened green beans and goat cheese mashed potatoes, the ultimate comfort food.

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BRIE HAPPY Delight dinner

guests with a simple and delicious classic appetizer. Executive Chef Abel Gonzalez of Bayside Seafood Bar & Grill serves up his version of a baked brie purse with an assortment of fresh berries and spiced rum sauce with fresh vanilla bean.

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SWEET ENDING

Serve up more than traditional pies to appease your family's sweet tooth. Campiello’s Executive Chef Mike Dalton offers these two luscious gourmet treats. Left: Pannetone bread pudding with orange butter sauce. Above: Caramel walnut date cake glazed with a rum butter sauce and served with cinnamon coffee ice cream or your favorite gelato.

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Behold the ultimate luxury:

a one-of-a-kind couture creation designed to dazzle and endure Shot by Naples Illustrated on location at Baccarat Hotel & Residences New York, New York Jewelry provided by Graff Diamonds, New York

Zuhair Murad Haute Couture black tulle kaftan dress

Masterpiece Theater For buying information, turn to page 143.

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Giambattista Valli Haute Couture silk dress and pants; Jimmy Choo fox-fur pom-pom pumps Opposite page: Naeem Khan custom beaded longsleeve gown For buying information, turn to page 143.

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Valentino Haute Couture doublesilk mosaic-encrusted dress; Jimmy Choo crystal clutch For buying information, turn to page 143.

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Chanel Haute Couture black 3D jacket and skirt; Jimmy Choo crystal clutch Opposite page: Jennifer Behr voilette with scattered crystals For buying information, turn to page 143.

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Marchesa custom embellished strapless gown For buying information, turn to page 143.

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Toyland THE PERFECT PRESENT FOR EVERYONE ON YOUR GIFT LIST

Photography by Vanessa Rogers Styled by Katherine Lande

THE TWEEN

Blue velvet clutch with metal strap ($46), red rock studded bag ($63), Little Luxe, Naples; OMG necklace ($195), BR Uno, Naples

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THE FASHIONISTA

Limited-edition handmade gold cuff ($148), Sequin, Naples; Bracciale la cage limited-edition cuff ($420), Casanova Boutique, Naples; multicolor ball necklace ($48), Sara Campbell, Naples

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THE POWER PLAYER

Italo Ferretti double-knot striped ties ($198 each), Mondo Uomo, Naples; crystalembellished race car and scooter desk ornaments ($95 each), Tickled Pink, Naples

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THE BEAUTY QUEEN

Penta rose fragrance lamp ($56), cube blue fragrance lamp ($34), Venise red fragrance lamp ($68), Gattle’s, Naples

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THE TINY TOT

Pewter teddy bear cup ($56), pewter dumbbell rattle ($56), pewter dumbbell rattle with woven handle ($56), Beth Moné Children’s Shoppe, Naples

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THE ENTERTAINER

Hand-painted Amarone wine glass ($105), Rossini handpainted flute ($140), BR Uno, Naples; Lifefactory wine glasses with protective silicone sleeves ($63 set of four), Horse of a Different Color, Naples

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Where the Art Is This month, the art universe will collide with the Magic City. The result: an art fair no collector can afford to miss. NI guides you through the divine madness of Art Basel.

By Susie Stanton Staikos The contemporary art world shines a spotlight on Miami Beach this month when Art Basel returns for its fourteenth year. From December 2 to 6, thousands of visitors will enter the Miami Beach Convention Center to view works from 267 galleries representing 32 countries.

“Fairs have changed the way collectors look at and consume art,” says Glenn Scott-Wright, director of London’s Victoria Miro Gallery, 2014 Art Basel attendees view a work from Galleria Continua

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a regular at Art Basel. “Now the whole of the contemporary art scene can be viewed in one go at premium art fairs and the many satellite shows they have spawned, bringing all of the art world together to network, share, and exchange notes.”

With so much to take in, the multifaceted show breaks down its offerings into nine areas known as sectors

A visitor strolls by a piece on display by New York’s Edward Tyler Nahem Fine Art at last year’s Art Basel Miami Beach

In addition to exhibiting 29 galleries new to the show this year, the esteemed fair welcomes Noah Horowitz, who in July was appointed Art Basel’s first director Americas, overseeing the Miami Beach edition. The former executive director of New

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Courtesy of Galerie Barbara Thumm, Berlin

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Art Basel Sectors

York’s Armory Show, Horowitz admires Art Basel’s focus on and dedication to quality as well as the high-level audience it attracts.

“Art Basel is willing to think differently about how art fairs function in today’s global context and to continually evolve the fair,” Horowitz says, pointing out last year’s introduction of Survey, a sector dedicated to historical projects by respected artists who have been overlooked by the market.

LET THE FESTIVITIES BEGIN It all begins with two invitation-only opening days: a private viewing Dec. 2 and the Vernissage party preview Dec. 3. The doors open to the general public at 3 p.m. on Dec. 3 and at noon on subsequent days.

There are many ways to enjoy this important show, but even the most seasoned fairgoer can find navigating Art Basel Miami Beach challenging. Make the most of your visit with NI’s

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guide for what to see and do at Art Basel.

Untitled (BAH), Teresa Burga

Art Basel will showcase more than 200 galleries from near and far.

Among the first-time exhibitors to check out are Brussels’ Vedovi Gallery, known for its secondary market of post-war and contemporary European and American art, and Mazzoleni Art, based in London and Turin, which will display works from prominent twentieth-century international artists.

Also look for wider programs from regulars Andrew Edlin Gallery of New York, Kerlin Gallery of Dublin, and Mendes Wood DM of São Paulo. “Our booths are known for their beauty and being visually appealing,” says Sarah Gavlak, owner of Palm Beachbased Gavlak Gallery, which represents young and mid-career artists, particularly those whose work is more accessible. “I am not afraid of ‘pretty’ and ‘pleasure’ in art. In fact, I prefer it.”

Raise Up, Hank Willis Thomas, on display last year from Goodman Gallery

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Revolo, Luciano Figueiredo

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Among the Galleries participants, 27 are selected for the Kabinett sector to present curated exhibitions within a designated space of their booths. These mini shows can highlight historical pieces, a group of artists under one theme, or an up-and-coming artist. Four Kabinetts worth catching: works by Michael CraigMartin—known for conceptual installations and colorful, contemporary paintings—from London’s Alan Cristea Gallery; the Parisian Galerie 1900-2000’s display of Appropriation works by Richard Pettibone, father of fashion designer Claire Pettibone; a collection of pieces by Dr. Lakra, a tattooist who creates art using found objects, from Mexico City’s Kurimanzutto; and pieces by Joseph Kosuth, known for conceptual displays and neon signs, on view by Italy’s Lia Rumma.

Coffee cup, Michael Craig-Martin

View special publications of prints and editioned works by top artists in the Editions sector. The 12 exhibitors include Crown Point Press in San Francisco and New York’s Pace, Two Palms, and Carolina Nitsch.

Magazines

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Wisdom Teeth, He Xiangyu

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Visitors can browse dozens of art publications from around the globe on display in the Magazines sector. More than likely, respective editors and publishers will be present, too.

public Ron Eshel, Courtesy of Public Art Fund, NY

Editions

Courtesy of Alan Cristea Gallery

The latest artworks to hit the industry are on view in the Nova sector: The 34 galleries here display pieces created within the last three years, and no more than three artists are exhibited in each Nova showcase.

Don’t miss São Paulo’s Galeria Leme, where Aki Sasamoto, Luciano Figueiredo, and Sandra Gamarra will convert the booth into a fictitious museum that challenges the artist’s position within the art world.

The Positions sector brings to light new talent by allowing 16 emerging artists to display one major project. Discover the works of creators like Dan Bayles, a Los Angeles artist who paints semi-abstract landscapes; He Ziangyu, of Berlin and Beijing, who explores social concerns through his work; and Pauline Boudry and Renate Lorenz, a Berlin-based duo whose film examines historical moments.

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Nicholas Baume

For the fifth year, Art Basel has partnered with the Bass Museum of Art to organize an exhibition in nearby Collins Park. Curated by Nicholas Baume of the Public Art Fund, Public will showcase more than 20 large-scale sculptures and installations from international artists.

Select works from the show will be on display through February.

Courtesy of Beijing Art Now Gallery

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READING MATERIAL Upon entering the convention center, grab two important publications: the fair’s show guide, which displays a floor plan of the exhibition area, and The Art Newspaper, which prints a special edition each day covering the goings-on surrounding the fair, behind-thescenes deals, pronouncements, predictions, highlights, sales data, and more.

David Gryn

Film

Curated in partnership with David Gryn, director of London’s Artprojx, art of the film kind will be shown in the convention center as well as at SoundScape Park, projected onto the 7,000-square-foot wall of the New World Center. Plus, catch a feature-length film selected by New York-based film curator Marian Masone.

Gianni Colombo’s blueprint for an installation at the 1968 Venice Biennale

Horse Fights, Wang Jinsong

Courtesy of Cristin Tierney Gallery

Three Transitions, Peter Campus

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Having debuted last year, Survey presents 14 historical projects across a variety of art themes. This year, visitors can view exhibitions of top artists like the late American watercolorist Charles Burchfield, on display by New York’s DC Moore Gallery; Peter Campus, a seminal American artist in the canons of new media and video art, from New York’s Cristin Tierney Gallery; Gianni Colombo, the late Italian artist known for his kinetic art, at London’s Robilant + Voena booth; Dorothy Iannone, known for her autobiographical erotic-themed works, from Berlin’s Peres Projects; and Wang Jinsong, who trained as an ink artist and has become one of China’s leading photographers of social commentary, from the Beijing Art Now Gallery.

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Survey

Art isn’t something to just look at; it’s also something to talk about. Art Basel offers two programs for visitors to hear from professionals across the industry. A series of Conversations takes place daily, allowing artists, curators, critics, and collectors to offer guidance on their respective fields. In a more informal setting, Salon consists of short presentations in the form of talks and performances from Art Insiders.

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Artists to Watch

Art basel Miami Beach is a hub for showcasing the work of emerging artists. Here, a few notables, some of whom will be showing at the fair— and in the United States—for the first time.

Gallery: SIM Galeria, Brazil Where: Positions Key work: Le Carnaval des Animaux (installation), above and left Why: Pocztaruk presents 18 aquariums, each consisting of two glass globes connected at the neck. In each aquarium, one globe contains a male betta fish, and the other a female. The tension created by separation creates a drawing in space brought about by the ensuing fish ballet. Pocztaruk proposes that when an animal and an object are dislocated from their original contexts and a “drawing” is created, the design introduces an artistic proposition.

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Romy Pocztaruk

Fritzia Irízar

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Courtesy of Noga Gallery of Contemporary Art

Gallery: Arredondo\Arozarena, Mexico City Where: Positions Key work: Untitled (The disappearance of the symbol), below Why: Irízar uses the Phrygian cap, a significant image from Mexico’s history, to discuss the creation and disappearance of political symbols in the collective imagination.

The unraveling, and ultimate absence, of the object sets the debate on democracy and the political engine in motion behind the images and symbols that circulate through the repetition of history.

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Keren Cytter Gallery: Noga Gallery of Contemporary Art, Tel Aviv Where: Nova Key Work: Siren (film), above and above left Why: In Siren, Cytter shows her method of narrating absurd stories mostly centered on the conflict between the genders, but this time zeroes in on the proliferation of poor images and their interpretation. By abstracting scenes and repeating them in different qualities and versions, Cytter proves images can have myriad meanings.

Andrew Brischler Gallery: Gavlak, Palm Beach, Los Angeles Where: Galleries Key work: Dreams (colored pencil, acrylic, graphite, and oil stick on panel), right Why: Brischler’s use of color, abstract forms, and symbolic words is indicative of his critical position on American pop culture and conservative politics, particularly as they relate to sexual orientation. Dreams is representative of his tendency to mar

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Andrew Brischler; Courtesy of Gavlak

likeable images with smears, text, scribbles, and other disruptions.

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Jaromír Novotny´

Gallery: hunt kastner, Prague Where: Positions Key work: Solo installation of new painting and mixed media ´ abstract paintings and works on paper Why: Novotny’s concentrate on the emotion arising from a work’s formal structure and the process of execution. In his newest work, the artist has been experimenting with sheer-fabric canvas, focusing on the mystery of the barely visible.

Courtesy of the artist and Simone Subal Gallery, New York

B. Ingrid Olson

Hard and Sheer Organ, B. Ingrid Olson

Gallery: Simone Subal Gallery, New York Where: Positions Key work: Multimedia presentations in photography and sculpture of cement relief, steel, and ceramic Why: Olson’s work challenges conventional perception by shifting the focus between the center and the periphery. Her photographs, often centered on contorted images of her body, demonstrate a similar focal complication. The sculptures also allude to perceptional problems by presenting various perspectives that blur the continuum of vision.

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STATEMENTS Jewelry that will take you beyond the outer limits

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Triple wrap pearl earrings in 18-karat gold, Seaman Schepps, Yamron Jewelers, Naples; Mediterranean Garden collection brooch with a cushion-cut yellow sapphire, yellow beryls, spessartites, and diamonds set in 18-karat pink gold, piaget.com; Mikimoto World of Creativity ring with a white South Sea cultured pearl and diamonds set in 18-karat gold, mikimotoamerica.com.

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Opposite page: Exquisite diamond bracelet with white and fancy yellow diamonds set in 18-karat gold, Provident Jewelry, Naples; Temple St. Clair Eight Ring Tolomeo pendant with mixed sapphires and diamonds set in 18-karat gold, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples.

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Paris Nouvelle Vague earrings with blue sapphires, chalcedonies, lapis-lazuli, turquoises, moonstones, aquamarines, and diamonds set in 18-karat rose gold and Paris Nouvelle Vague ring with blue sapphires, chalcedonies, lapis-lazuli, turquoises, moonstones, aquamarines, and diamonds set in 18-karat rose gold, select Cartier boutiques, cartier.us; Tampa ring with star sapphire, diamonds, and sapphires set in 18-karat white gold, Van Cleef & Arpels, Naples; Melody of Color ring with a cabochon-cut amethyst, turquoises, and amethysts set in pink gold, degrisogono.com.

Opposite page: Jean Schlumberger Starburst earrings with diamonds set in platinum, Jean Schlumberger Stars and Moons necklace with diamonds set in platinum, and Jean Schlumberger Stars ring with an oval blue tourmaline and diamonds set in 18-karat gold and platinum, Tiffany & Co., Naples; ring with unheated sugarloaf-cut sapphire and diamonds set in 18-karat gold and platinum, Bigham Jewelers, Naples.

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Graff Diamonds sapphire and diamond cuff and cabochon sapphire ring, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples; Martini studs with diamonds and blue topaz set in 18-karat white gold, Provident Jewelry, Naples.

Opposite page: Aria High Jewellery necklace with diamonds set in white gold with aventurine inlays, De Beers, Naples; Chanel Fine Jewelry Fil de Comète earrings with diamonds set in 18-karat white gold and GÊode earrings with diamonds set in 18-karat white gold, select Chanel boutiques, chanel.com.

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Taste

Ho, ho, ho...

Guarantee your spot on the “Nice” list by greeting Old St. Nick with a super-tasty treat. We turned to an expert, Tony Ridgway, whose namesake bakery, Tony’s Off Third (tonysoffthird.com), is celebrating its twentieth year in business. “We use a great all-purpose cookie recipe that’s a big hit with kids and visitors from the North Pole,” he says. “We make them during all the major holidays, because they produce a really nice, smooth surface that’s perfect for intricate decorating.” For home bakers who want to impress Santa with their culinary skills, check out Ridgway’s holiday cookie recipe, along with other delicious cookie recipes, on our website. (naplesillustrated.com/holidaycookies) —Kat Smith

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Chris Lowery, Jay Bucklin at TAG

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 featuring fresh, flavorful dishes in a comfortable atmosphere. 2380 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (239-598-3473, agavenaples.com) AVENUE5 Diners enjoy the sophisticated atmosphere and luxurious dishes, such as Maine lobster sliders with fried green tomatoes, and Loch Duart Scottish salmon with Yukon potato hash and andouille.

699 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-403-7170, avenue5 naples.com) Baleen at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort Dine amid the elegant tropical surroundings indoors, or even better, on the patio to soak up the breathtaking Gulf view. 9891 Gulf Shore Drive, Naples (239-598-5707, laplayaresort.com) Bistro 821 This Fifth Avenue staple is a long-time 96

Comfort foods with modern flair, a convivial vibe, and a well-chosen selection of craft beers and wines make The American Gastropub, or TAG (tagswfl.com), a welcome addition to Coconut Point mall’s dining scene. Executive Chef Jay Bucklin and his team spin pub fare by adding an unexpected dimension to the familiar while focusing on what’s fresh and seasonal. For the winter, dishes like a confit pork belly with butternut squash panzanella salad, toasted pumpkin seeds, and cranberry vinaigrette will be added. The menu features lighter items, too, since they are always in demand in Southwest Florida. One standout is an eye-pleasing grilled Caesar Cardini salad, elevated by bright notes of preserved lemon in the dressing and savory bits of pan-roasted garlic and thyme croutons. Handcrafted cocktails are also mixed with only fresh, seasonal ingredients. This month, the mixologists are concocting quaffs using cider and beer with warm flavors like cinnamon, apple, and cranberry. During this busy time of year, shoppers will be happy that TAG serves lunch and dinner every day, plus breakfast and brunch on Sunday. (tagswfl.com) —Kat Smith

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favorite, thanks to Executive Chef Jess Housman’s Natural Fusion menu. 821 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239261-5821, 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) The Chapel Grill Fine cuisine in a stunning space that formerly housed the historic First Baptist Church in Old Naples. 811 Seventh Ave. S., Naples (239-206-4310, thechapelgrill.com) Gordon’s On The River The slick supper clubs of the ’40s inform the style at this fine dining establishment at Naples Harbour. 475 North Road, Naples (239-213-1441, gordonsontheriver.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 a little eatery in the Bed, Bath & Beyond Plaza. 5323 Airport Pulling Rd., 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) MAREK’S COLLIER HOUSE RESTAURANT Fine Continental cuisine by owner Peter Marek and his wife, Penny, in the restored historical home of Captain Bill Collier, son of W.T. Collier, who settled in 1870 near Old Marco. 1121 Bald Eagle Drive, Marco Island (239-642-9948, mareksmarcoisland.com) Ridgway Bar & Grill Master chef Tony Ridgway continues wowing diners. Another plus is the outstanding wine list. 1300 Third St. S., Naples (239262-5500, ridgwaybarandgrill.com) Seasons 52 Fresh Grill The changing seasons inspire fresh, seasonal cuisine. 8930 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-594-8852, seasons52.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)

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 water of the Cocohatchee River, the restaurant features a beautiful dining room plus Tierney’s Tavern and The Claw Bar. 799 Walkerbilt Road, Naples (239-591-3837, bayhousenaples.com)

USS Nemo Undersea Cuisine & Adventures Everything on the menu is a cut above, but the signature miso-broiled sea bass is hands down one of the best dishes in town. 3745 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-261-6366, ussnemorestaurant.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)

Yabba Island Grill A fun place for visitors and locals. 711 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-262-5787, yabba islandgrill.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) Citrus Seafood You’ll find plenty of choices, but the Maine lobster tower is hard to resist. 455 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-435-0408, citrusseafood.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) FISH Restaurant Fabulous water views complement the great seafood. 4360 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (239-263-3474, fish​restaurantnaples.com) HB’s on the gulf Beachfront restaurant at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club serves a breathtaking view and fresh seafood. 851 Gulf Shore Blvd., Naples (239-435-4347, naplesbeachhotel.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) 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) SWAN RIVER SEAFOOD & FISH MARKET RESTAURANT Swan River is consistently a great spot for fine seafood. 3741 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239403-7000, swanriverseafood.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)

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et a share of Rosy Tomorrows Heritage Farm (rosy-tomor rows.com), North Fort Myers, via a Friend of the Farm Membership.

Founder Rosie O’Dell King, a French Culinary Institute-trained chef, former sheep farmer, and certified sommelier, humanely and sustainably raises heritage breeds known for flavorful meat and eggs, including 100 percent grassfed Longhorn cattle, Red Wattle pigs, and several breeds of chickens. The farm also grows and sells fresh-picked organically grown veggies, along with a mouth-watering variety of breads and other baked goods, prepared sides, and sauces whipped up in a state-of-theart kitchen attached to the barn. The membership, a Community Supported Agriculture program, gets you exclusive access to the farm on its weekly Saturday Provision Day; advance booking for “local celebrity-chef” farm-to-table dinners, classes, and demonstrations; and a discount on farm tours and logo merchandise. Not only does the membership provide high-quality whole foods and a chance to spend a morning in a bucolic setting, it also supports sustainable local agriculture. —K.S.

STEAK Andre’s Steakhouse Andre’s has nearly 4,000 bottles in its cellar to go with prime steaks and more. 2800 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-263-5851, andressteakhouseof​naples.com) Chops City Grill A modern take on traditional, Chops serves prime aged steaks and fresh local seafood, and offers a variety of craft cocktails.

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 This is about as luxurious as dining gets.

Within The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, The Grill features rich decor to complement the aged prime beef, chops and fresh seafood. 280 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (239-598-6644, ritz-carlton.com) Jimmy P’s Charred The popular butcher shop’s fabulous steaks and other fine foods are now served in a restaurant that recently opened next door. 1833 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-643-6328, jimmypscharred.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, stoneys​steakhouse.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 (239261-8239, bleuprovencenaples.com) Chez Boët French Home Cooking At this family-owned French restaurant, Lisa and Philippe Boët serve classics like duck a l’orange and pâté in a warm, homey atmosphere. 755 12th Ave. S., Naples (239-643-6177, chezboetnaples.com) Cote d’Azur Intimate bistro in the style of Provence NAPLESillustrated.com | DECEMBER 2015

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Taste serves standouts like Maine lobster roasted in a clay pot. 11224 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-5978867, cotedazurrestaurant.com) LA BAZENNE ON FIFTH Replicates the original in France, with simple yet sophisticated dishes and engaging social club atmosphere. 474 Fifth Avenue S., Naples (239-682-8623, labazenneonfifth .blogspot.com L’AUBERGE A cozy spot serving fine French cuisine.

975 Imperial Golf Course Blvd., Naples (239-5964303, laubergenaples.com) LE LAFAYETTE FRENCH GOURMET Traditional French with a touch of the tropics. 375 13th Ave. S., Naples (239-403-7861, lelafayette.com) MEREDAY’S BRASSERIE at bayfront Chef Charles Mereday’s European brasserie offers extensive craft beers, wines, a full bar, and French cuisine. 492 Bayfront Place, Naples (239-261-2586, meredaysbrasseriebayfront.com)

MEXICAN MASA Superb, true Mexican cuisine in a high-style modern space, with a fabulous lineup of tequilas, mezcals and specialty cocktails. 9123 Strada Place, Naples (239-598-0887, 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)

ITALIAN 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 out, with a 4,000-bottle wine tower and elevated Italian cuisine. 24041 Tamiami Trail S., Bonita Springs (239-390-3187, 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

Shops makes this a popular place for pre- and postshopping meals. 5505 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-593-5319, brioitalian.com) Café Luna Enjoy the signature pizzas, crispy calamari, and classic Caesar salad at this casual spot.

467 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-213-2212, cafeluna​ na​ples.com) Campiello 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, camp​iello.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 Caffé–Pizzeria American and European breakfast, pizza Napoletana, and Italian homestyle cuisine are all top-notch. 368 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-261-5853, 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) 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.

Taco Stop

Looking for a quick and muy delicioso break from the frenzy of the season? The recently opened Felipe’s Mexican Taqueria, located on U.S. 41 in the Park Shore Plaza, has you covered. The casual, family-friendly eatery serves authentic Mexican classics, like tamales, quesadillas, and addictive chips with salsa. The New Orleans import, which first opened during the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, provides counter service in a cheerfully decorated dining room, although if you sit at the bar, a server will bring your order. Speaking of bars, Felipe’s focus on all fresh ingredients, freshly prepared, carries over to the restaurant’s handcrafted Latin American cocktails. Online ordering and the Felipe’s app are also available to help busy customers save time. (felipestaqueria.com) —K.S.

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Fast and fresca: Felipe’s makes Mexican classics like steak burritos; chips with guacamole, queso, and salsa; and cocktail favorites, from scratch.

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Foodie-worthy meals are not just for dinner. Get the day going with creative, hearty dishes at Another Broken Egg Cafe. The homey eatery, in the former space of The Clock Family Restaurant, puts a spin on breakfast, brunch, and lunch dishes with Big Easy influences. Biscuits take a cue from beignets, grits are upgraded with warm blackberries, and gourmet omelets include Stan’s Mardi Gras (with crawfish, shrimp, andouille, red peppers, and hollandaise). It’s hard to choose from the variety of signature Benedicts, but the Crabcakes Cavallo is a must-try. For sweets lovers, we suggest cinnamon-roll French toast with creamcheese icing, bananas Foster sauce, and whipped cream. —K.S.

S., Naples (239-434-8494, pazzo​italiancafe.com)

rant’s downtown location. 898 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-430-7575, sushithaitoo.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)

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, at​ableapart.com)

Vergina Serving Italian and Mediterranean dishes with a modern flair, Vergina is a popular place for gathering with friends and listening to live music. 700 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-659-7008, verginarestaurant.com)

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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, bhabhaper​sianbistro.com)

Araya Sushi Asian Grill Thai dishes, along with a wide choice of rolls, sushi, and sashimi, served in a modern space. 2650 Immokalee Road, Naples (239-593-3344, arayanaples.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)

Charlie Chiang’s Modern Asian Kitchen Urban decor sets the scene for modern Chinese and Japanese cuisine. 12200 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-593-6688, charliechiangs.com) FUJIYAMA STEAK & SEAFOOD Go for Japanese hibachi cooking, entertainment and fun frozen cocktails like the Green Dragon. 2555 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-261-4332, naplesfuji​yama.com) Maguro Sushi & Steak House Located at U.S. 41 and Wiggins Pass, Maguro is worth seeking out for great sushi and sashimi. 895 Wiggins Pass, Naples (239-591-0003, magurosteak house.com) Sakura Asian Grill Asian Hawaiian fusion cuisine by chef Paul Chen. 3375 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 106, Naples (239-280-5536, sakuranaples.com) sushi-thai of Naples Thai favorites, Japanese dishes, sushi and sashimi are first rate in the restau

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Take a Bite of Naples Make a reservation for the inaugural Restaurant Week Naples Fall 2015.

Naples Bites, a restaurant review website founded by Rafael J. Feliciano and Steven Segar, will sponsor this new event, designed to showcase what’s being cooked up in some of the area’s top restaurants. From December 4 to 13, more than two-dozen participating local restaurants will feature special $35 three-course prix fixe menus. Hungry for more? Some of the restaurants will offer five- and seven-course options plus wine pairings. The up-to-date list of participating locations can be found online. (naplesbites.com) —Mary Schlimm

IM Tapas Spanish Resto Bar Isabel Pozo Polo and Mary Shipman have created a tasty little bit of Spain in the heart of Naples. 965 Fourth Ave. N., Naples (239-403-8272, imtapas.com) Inca’s Kitchen Fine Peruvian Cuisine Foodies flock to this restaurant’s two locations serving authentic Peruvian dishes. 11985 Collier Blvd., Naples, and 8955 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-352-3200, incaskitchen.com) LAMORAGA Contemporary Spanish cuisine with an international and modern twist, is served in a bright setting, along with a wide selection of fine wines.

3936 Tamiami Trail N. (239-331-3669, lamoragares taurant.com) Noodles Italian Cafe and Sushi Bar Good sushi, parmesans and piccatas are served all in one place. Noodles also features late-night entertainment. 1585 Pine Ridge Rd., Naples (239-592-0050, noodlescafe.com) «

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Crowd Pleasers Mix up these drinks to step out from behind the bar and into the revelry

By Mark SPivak

Top: D’Amico & Partners Beverage Director Ross Kupitz mixes it up at The Continental.

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Part of the joy of the holiday season is entertaining groups of family or friends, but those get-togethers can also be challenging—particularly for the amateur bartender. Each of your guests is likely to have his or her own drink preference, and making cocktails individually for 15 or 20 people can easily take up the bulk of your evening. To get some expert advice, we consulted with Ross Kupitz, beverage director for the D’Amico & Partners family of restaurants (Campiello, Café Lurcat, Masa, and The Continental).

Develop a seasonal strategy. “Because we have endless summer in Florida,” says Kupitz, “people don’t necessarily gravi-

tate toward brown spirits such as rye or bourbon. But most of us do shift toward winter spices such as clove, cinnamon, and ginger, as well as flavors such as cranberry, apple, and maple.

The challenge is to manipulate those flavors and still have a refreshing drink.”

Think punch. There’s a good reason why punch has been popular since the seventeenth century, when it was brought back to England from India by employees of the British East India Company. The libation is easy to prepare, allows guests to help themselves, and virtually guarantees a stress-free evening for the host.

Making punch, traditionally a blend of alcohol, sugar, lemon, water, and spices, is far from rocket science. When in doubt, fall back on the old rule: “One of sour, two of sweet, three of strong, and four of weak.”

“A Champagne punch is perfect for the holidays,” says Kupitz. “It’s festive, easy to make, and it appeals to people who might not drink Champagne by itself.” One of his favorites is

Pour a sparkling punch that can double as a Champagne cocktail. Begin by making a syrup: Add one cup of water, a half-cup of sugar, one cup of fresh or frozen cranberries, three to five cinnamon sticks, and three to five cloves to a saucepan. Bring the ingredients to a boil, simmer for 10 minutes, and add two cups of blood orange puree. The cooled syrup can be used to make individual cocktails, or poured into a punch bowl with Champagne or a bottle of sparkling wine, such as Prosecco or Cava.

Eggnog Adaptation. Eggnog is one of the few elements of the Christmas ritual designed for adults, and has been with us since the Colonial era. Kupitz’s favorite variation on eggnog is the Tom and Jerry cocktail. “My uncle used to make this every year at Christmas,” he says, “so the drink brings back childhood memories for me. It’s very versatile; you can make it one at a time, or do up a batch and hold it in a Crock-Pot or double boiler under low heat.”

For a medium-size crowd, begin by separating six eggs. Beat the whites until slightly frothy;

add a half-cup of regular sugar, one cup of powdered sugar, and one teaspoon of cream of tartar, and beat until stiff. Add the same amount of sugar to the yolks along with a 7-ounce jar of marshmallow cream, and also beat until stiff.

Fold the whites and yolks together. Keep warm in a double boiler or Crock Pot. Ladle the mixture into coffee cups and add 1.5 to 2 ounces of your spirit of choice and garnish with freshly grated nutmeg. “I like to use a reasonably good cognac or bourbon like Courvoisier VS or Maker’s Mark,” he says, “but a less expensive brandy will work. If you like a bit more spice and kick in your holiday drinks, I’d suggest using a high-proof rye whiskey, like the 100-proof Rittenhouse.”

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Leave complex cocktails to the pros, like Chad Bromley and Barry Larkin at The Continental (below), and opt for a sparkling punch or eggnog.

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The Arlington of Naples has officially opened! It’s been a much-anticipated event that we’re sure you’ve been hearing all about.

Founders have already prepared for a secure future and are moving into their beautifully designed villas and apartment residences. If you’ve not yet joined “the A-List,” we invite you to learn more about available benefits and how you can help shape this unparalleled community.

Call or stop by our Information Center today! (239) 206-2646 or (866) 986-9690 The Arlington Information Center and Model • 12276 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 501 • Naples, FL 34113 Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5 | Sat. 9-4 | Sun. 12-4 | Or by appointment • www.ArlingtonNaples.org The Arlington of Naples welcomes people of all faiths, beliefs and traditions.

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Styling and Designs by Matthew Huddleston and Louis Boutier, 50Fifty Creative Services Photography by Penny Taylor Make a stunning first impression this Christmas with a bold take on a classic reference to holiday garland. The base of the garland, as well as the accompanying wreath, are created from magnolia leaves that offer pops of shiny green on one side and warm brown tones on

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Above: Festive garland dramatically drapes the front door with more than 650 roses that spill onto the steps like a snow drift.

Right: The rose wreath includes a stunning contrast of purplish-black Dutch calla lilies, as well as rose hip and privet. For elegant holiday sparkle, the wreath is swirled in metallic gold and red velvet ribbon.

the other to complement the wood front door. This grand display of yuletide decor features more than 650 roses in three variations along with small clusters of purplish-black Dutch calla lilies placed in vibrant contrast. Now that’s what we call a warm welcome home for the holidays.

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Near and Deer Fashion a Christmas dinner affair

with che bella Italian linen napkins ($55 each, minimum set of 4) customized with your initials in a wealth of potential fonts and thread colors. Monogram Goods, Naples (239403-7700, monogramgoods.com)

Standing Ovation

MacKenzie-Childs’ parchment check fluted stand ($395) lets you stylishly have your cake and eat it, too. Zazou, Naples (239-261-2882, zazouflorida.com)

Ice Age

Guests will welcome the festive chill from this rockin’ Michael Aram ice bucket ($350) inspired by stone formations.

Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples (239-592-5900, saksfifthavenue.com)

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Serve tidings of joy with these elegant entertaining accoutrements

Burning Desire Set

the mood for your soiree with stunning diamond-cut Waterford Diama candlesticks ($100 each). Neiman Marcus (neiman​marcus.com)

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William Yeoward handmade crystal coupes in amethyst ($255 each) will give your jewelry box some serious competition this holiday season. A Mano, Naples (239-261-3220, amano.bz)

Evergreen

Entertain in elegance with these L’Objet 24-karat-gold-trimmed malachite canapé plates, crafted from Limoges porcelain ($175 each). Gattle’s, Naples (239-2624791, gattlesof​naples.com)

Punch It Up Prepare to be bowled over by this silver-

hued octopus bowl ($170), the perfect vessel for your party’s star libation. Z Gallerie, Naples (239-254-7899, zgallerie.com)

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Grab your suit—swimsuit, that is—and schedule your next board meeting, coastal style.

Wakeboarding is the perfect watersport for adventurous types. Former Men’s World Wakeboard Champion Nick Cankar offers novice and experienced boarders the chance to hone their skills and master eye-catching spins, flips, and grabs at Wakeboard Naples (wakeboardnaples.com). Or get schooled family style by Captain Dustin Beatty of Waterski & Waterboard Charters Inc., a Naples native who grew up performing water-skiing shows for the public every weekend for almost 14 years. He brings your crew to their feet in no time. With a balance of fun and safety, Beatty’s Marco Island wakeboard lessons are instant memory makers. (wakeboardfl.com) —Liza Grant Smith

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Stocking Stuffers for stress relief With endless social obligations and a perpetually growing to-do list, ’tis the season to focus more than ever on new ways to decompress. Put jolly back in its rightful position with these stocking stuffers sure to calm and please.

By Liza Grant Smith

Feel peachy keen thanks to Teavana’s Peach Tranquility Herbal Tea and its calming Roman chamomile and lemon verbena. Teavana, Naples ($28 for 8 oz., teavana.com, 239-513-1206)

Now Hear This Can’t find the time to address your hearing problems? Let the solution come to you. Doctors Hearing LLC, founded by nationally recognized doctor of audiology Ann Rasmussen, is the area’s only 24/7 mobile audiology service.

Take a long lunch or extended break at work; Rasmussen will come to your home, office, or even wherever you’re noshing to provide a comprehensive hearing and tinnitus evaluation.

(239-287-0319, doctorshearingllc.com) —L.G.S.

Aveda’s Stress-Fix concentrate lets you roll with the changes. The stressreducing essences of lavender, lavandin, and clary sage from organic farms, formulated using Aveda “aromaology,” make this rollerball an on-the-go musthave. Zen Aveda Salon, Naples ($24, zenaveda.com, 239-260-8301) 112 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED

Talk about a pampering double play. Massage candles from Naples Soap Co., which come in relaxing Lavender Vanilla and refreshing Coconut Melon, are a staycation for tired muscles. Simply burn for 20 minutes to form a melt pool, extinguish, let it cool to a safe temperature, and massage gently into skin. Naples Soap Co. ($14, naplessoap.com)

You’re not dreaming. Pinch Me Therapy Dough is the real deal. Created by a clinical hypnotherapist, this placating putty combines the power of scents known for their pacifying properties (try the coconut goodness of Tropics) with pliant textures to release tension. The putty, which also comes in a variety of calming colors, may be just what your loved ones “knead” to squish their way through stress. ($23.99, pinchme dough.com)

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Even though stepping out in style (that is, in stilettos) this social season will undoubtedly punish our feet, we will do it anyway.

Unsurprisingly, a survey released last year by the American Podiatric Medical Association showed 71 percent of heel wearers complain about aching feet. Give your hard-working tootsies the holiday bonus they deserve with these local spa indulgences. —L.G.S.

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Exclusively during the holiday season, Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort, Golf Club & Spa offers its 50-minute Foot Ritual with a fruity twist. It begins with a delicious exfoliating cocktail of equal parts cranberry and pomegranate sugar scrub to energize tired feet, followed by a heavenly massage using reflexology, Balineseinspired techniques, and warm basalt stones. The treatment is finished with an ultra-hydrating foot masque, which is sealed by a steaming hot towel wrap. ($140, mar coislandmarriott.com, 239-642-2686) Add a little pep to your step with a 60-minute Pepa permint Retreat Pedicure from The Spa at The Naples

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Beach Hotel & Golf Club. A peppermint foot soak and revitalizing peppermint massage add a zip to the already indulgent experience, which ends with a paraffin wax treatment to rehydrate and relax tired and overworked muscles. ($79, naplesbeachhotel.com, 239-659-4304)

Honey, have I got a treatment for you. Purely You a Spa’s 30-minute Honey Foot Experience uses a hand-pre-

pared organic honey wrap to moisturize and enliven feet with a surge of antioxidants and healing nutrients as your specialist triggers key pressure points to relieve tension. ($95, purelyyouspa.com, 239-331-8266)

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8 Facts About Your Foot & Ankle Avoid Surgery- Innovative Live Amniotic Stem Cell Therapy for knee, ankle, and foot pain (to get your mobility back).

If visions of sugarplums are keeping you from your beauty sleep, eschew warm milk and consider these high-tech solutions.

Platelet-Rich Plasma inj. for achilles / heel pain / wound care to avoid surgery.

The DreamScience Brainwave-Oriented Sleep Companion lets you create a peaceful soundtrack for your slumber amid relaxing mood lights. Choose from 20 built-in soundscapes for sleeping and waking. The ultra-cool brainwave embedded sounds were composed by a University of Toronto professor based on his research on the intersection of music and medicine. ($100, store.oregonscientific.com)

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The Aura Connected Alarm Clock may quickly become the light of your life with its scientifically validated light programs designed to emulate sunrise and sunset and their impact on melatonin. Invest in the companion sleep sensor accessory and learn what you’re up to when you’re down for the night. ($300, withings.com)

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Enjoy a little pillow talk with Sleepow’s Memory Foam Sound Therapy Pillow, which includes a built-in MP3 player and speakers. It comes preloaded with binaural beats from Sleep Genius (sleepgenius.com), scientifically designed stereo sounds to help you fall asleep. Or, you can upload your own calming tracks while the pillow’s hightech memory foam cradles and supports your head, neck, and shoulders. ($100, sharperimage.com) —L.G.S.

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Investing Overseas

Looking to buy a second home in a foreign land? Arm yourself with more than just a colorful brochure.

By Judy Martel

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hether they long for the hills of Tuscany or the beaches of Panama, many Americans who dream of buying a second home abroad wonder if the combination of a strong U.S. dollar, a volatile stock market, and weak foreign economies are sounding the wake-up call to buy.

Kathleen Peddicord, author of How to Retire Overseas: Everything You Need to Know to Live Well (for Less) Abroad (Plume), believes investors are looking at a window of opportunity. “I’d say it’s the best time in our lifetimes to be buying property in many very appealing places,” says Peddicord, who founded the website Live and Invest Overseas (liveand investoverseas.com) and has called three foreign countries home during her 17 years abroad.

But investing in foreign real estate is not without its hassles and costs. Be sure to understand not only the vagaries of another culture, but also the political and economic situation, and all fees and taxes associated with buying and living abroad. Otherwise, homeowners could end up with serious cross-cultural buyer’s remorse.

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The Allure of Investing Abroad Peddicord believes buying property abroad offers investors a tangible asset they can use and enjoy, as well as portfolio diversification—a valuable advantage in today’s wobbly economic market.

“There are lots of problems and uncertainties in the world,” she says. “How can you protect yourself against any of it? The only way is to be diversified so that you’re not at the mercy of any one country, any one economy, any one currency, or any one political administration.”

The return on investment for foreign property has been positive this past year, Peddicord adds, especially for rental properties, which are plentiful in many areas. Buy right, she says, and homeowners can expect a net return in the range of 5 to 8 percent before taxes—and even more in areas where real estate is appreciating.

A House for the Ages While foreign currency rates can work for or against property owners at any time, Peddicord says, they won’t hurt in the long run if buyers avoid regions with chronically unstable or volatile economies, such as Argentina.

In relatively stable regions, she suggests buyers target high-end areas and homes with character. “Something historic and charming will hold its value when cookie-cutter inventory doesn’t,” she says.

For a long-term return on investment, buyers should also stick to markets that don’t cater specifically to foreigners seeking investment rental property, she adds. Spain’s coast, for example, has seen a real estate boom and bust dependent on tourism. “Buying into a location that is 100 percent supported by foreign demand means you could have a hard time selling if that foreign demand disappears,” she says.

The Cost of Paradise U.S. buyers venturing into the overseas real estate market discover not only the language and the culture are foreign; fees and expenses are different, too.

One of the biggest surprises for U.S. buyers is the transfer tax, which ranges from 1 to 10 percent of the purchase price, Peddicord says. Most

countries charge the tax, and typically the buyer pays it.

“On the plus side,” Peddicord adds, “property taxes in most countries are less than you might expect and usually less than you’re used to, wherever you’re living in the States. Some countries have no property tax; [for example,] Croatia.”

In some regions, such as Latin America, nonresident foreigners generally cannot obtain a mortgage. While it is possible in Europe, Peddicord says, terms of the mortgage will not be the same as with a U.S. loan. For instance, 30-year mortgages don’t exist outside the United States.

In addition, bureaucratic red tape could add costs or delays to plans for buying or renovating, so buyers should use their own attorney to help with the purchase process, Peddicord advises, rather than one hired by the seller or developer.

Follow Your Passion While using the brain to invest in an overseas home is a smart financial move, buyers shouldn’t ignore their hearts, especially if they plan to live there, Peddicord says.

“I recommend people not make a move to run away or to escape from something, but to embrace new opportunities,” she says. “The idea of launching a new life in a new country … of starting over someplace sunny and exotic with white-sand beaches or Old World culture—that’s sexy.” «

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LUXURY PREVIEW

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Small Wonders Through the end of December, HarmonMeek Gallery in Naples will showcase 200-plus diminutive masterpieces in the annual Small Works of Art Exhibition. Each painting, print, drawing, and sculpture packs beauty and charm into less than 20 inches. Among the featured artists is Darrel Austin, an American master whose whimsical pieces reside in the permanent collections of many major museums, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. (harmonmeek.com) —Kat Smith

Mandolin Serenade, top, and Marsh Goddess (each 10 by 8 inches), Darrel Austin

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Works by Paco Pomet, a Spanish contemporary artist, will be on display at The Baker Museum through March 30. (artisnaples.org)

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The Baker Museum, Artis—Naples—Celebrating 15 Years of Collecting at The Baker Museum, through Jan. 31; Dawn’s Forest, The Sculpture of Louise Nevelson, through July 24; Dressed and Undressed, Selections from the Permanent Collection, through March 6; Yves Saint Laurent + Halston, Fashioning the ‘70s, through March 6; Paco Pomet, through March 30; Art After Hours, Dec. 30; artisnaples.org.

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Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs—Sandy Scott: A Retrospective, through Dec. 31; Family Activity Day, guided tour of the current exhibition and art projects, Dec. 5 and 19; artcenterbonita.org.

La Femme Perfumery, Naples, hosts “Eye Extravaganza,” with national makeup artist Gina Vanacore for Blinc, specializing in eye cosmetics, December 10. (239-434-7444) 136 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED

Collier County Museum, Naples— Return from Exile: Contemporary Southeastern Art, paintings, printmaking, drawings, sculpture, ceramics, and basketry by top Native American artists of Southeastern tribal affiliation, through Jan. 15; 239-252-8476.

Forastero, Paco Pomet

Everglades Historical Society—Art in the Glades, arts and crafts sale, lunch, and live music, Dec. 12, McLeod Park, Everglades City; ever gladeshistorical.org.

Galleries of Crayton Cove, Naples—Art After Dark, art galleries, music, and refreshments, Dec. 12; galleriesofcraytoncove.com.

Gallery on Fifth at Mercato, Naples—Over the Ocean–Under the Sea, paper collage exhibit

by Amy Genser, through Dec. 3; 239-261-2637.

Harmon-Meek Gallery, Naples—The World by Watercolor, featuring paintings by artist Timothy J. Clark, through Dec. 5; Small Works of Art Group Exhibition, Dec. 7-Dec. 26; Contemporary American Masters, featuring Don Nice, Dec. 28-Jan. 9; 239-261-2637.

Harmon-Meek | Modern, Naples—Exhibit of works by painter Philip Morsberger and sculptor Anita Huffington, through Dec. 12; 239-262-2699.

Miami City Ballet dancers

Ikebana Naples—Team Floral for the Holidays program, arrangements workshop led by Eva Schliesser, Loris Dallal, and Betty Magella, Dec. 2, Naples Botanical Garden; ikebananaples.com.

Marco Island Historical Society—Nature’s Places of Spiritual Sanctuary, exhibition of landscape images by fine art photographer Clyde Butcher, Dec. 1-Feb. 10; opening reception, book signing, and lecture, Dec. 1; themihs.com.

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Marco Island Center for the Arts—Beaux Art Holiday Tea, annual party featuring a special performance by Jackie Pierce, Dec. 1; Festival of the Trees, Dec. 1-2; 239-394-4221.

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Storm Large performs in Holiday Pops

The Englishman, Naples—Premiere of recent

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works from internationally renowned sculptor Ruth Bloch, Dec. 3; 239-434-6533.

Museum of the Everglades—Quinn Hiassen, nature and wildlife photography exhibit, through Dec. 31; 239-695-0008.

Naples Art Association at The von Liebig Art Center—Dinner with Artists: Juan Diaz and Brian Roland, Dec. 1; Art in the Park, Dec. 5; Intui-

Get in a festive mood at Artis—Naples this month, beginning with George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker, performed by Miami City Ballet with the Naples Philharmonic, December 5 and 6. Then catch Holiday Pops, with an all-new program of classics featuring the Naples Philharmonic Chorus and Youth Chorus in several performances from December 17 to 20. Conductor Yaniv Segal and Chorus Director James Cochran will lead the program. A highlight of these shows will be vocal performances by singer, songwriter, and actress Storm Large, who rose to prominence in 2006 as a finalist on the CBS show Rock Star: Supernova, and also performs with the group Pink Martini. (artisnaples.org) —Anna Bjorlin

Tea Time

Take a break from the holiday crunch and relax with a spot of tea at Brambles Tea Room (239-262-7894, bramblestea roomnaples.com). Brambles will host three special events on Thursday evenings, featuring seasonal tea served with sandwiches, scones, and pastries. The Mr.

tive Art & Yoga, Kundalini yoga followed by intuitive art class, Dec. 11; Members’ Gallery–Face the Possibilities, through Jan. 9; Call Up the Figure, through Jan. 9; Selfies/All Media, through Jan. 9; Lyman Whitaker Kinetic Exhibit, through Feb. 20; naplesart.org.

Naples Art District—First Wednesday Art Alive, Dec. 2, Third Weekend Art Alive, Dec. 19-20, Naples Art District, North Naples; 239-821-1061.

Brambles Christmas Tea for kids and parents will be December 3. Tales and Tea, December 10, will feature a roundtable

Naples Artcrafters—Fine Art & Craft Show,

of storytellers. The third, A Caroler’s Tea, December 17, features singers strolling

Dec. 12, Cambier Park; naplesartcrafters.com.

the adjacent landscaped passageway. “We want to continue to be that special little tea room that Brambles has been all these years, and we also hope we can start some special new traditions in town so that families will want to come back each year for their Christmas tea,” says Sharon Ott, who took over the tea room with her husband, David, a year ago. —A.B.

Naples Historical Society at Historic Palm Cottage—Christmas at Palm Cottage tours, Tuesday through Saturday; guided tours of the Norris Gardens, first and third Thursdays; walking tours of the Historic District, Wednesdays; 239-261-8164.

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Agenda Thomas Riley Studio, Naples—Youth Haven Art House: Open Windows Exhibit, individual mixed media paintings by the Youth Haven kids and teens, Dec. 10-18; opening reception, Dec. 10; thomasrileystudio.com.

United Arts Council of Collier County—Holiday Open House at Arts-Mart in Naples, Dec. 2; uaccollier.com.

Up Art and Design Gallery, Naples—Anarchy, Say Know to Everything, a contemporary exhibition of John Carroll Long, through Dec. 7; Your Face Here, through Dec. 10; No Gilded Frames, Dec. 11-Feb. 8; upartanddesign.com.

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Artis—Naples—Make & Take Art: Exploring Abstract Art, Dec. 2; artisnaples.org.

Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples— Breakfast with Santa, crafts and activities, Dec.

Gala Tradition The Naples Historical Society annual Christmas Gala at Historic Palm Cottage is a much-anticipated elegant black-tie evening. The festive fete December 4 begins with

Historic Palm Cottage

a cocktail reception in the decorated cottage followed by dinner in the Norris Gardens. Proceeds support preservation of Naples’ history. This year’s honorary chairs, Sharon and Dolph von Arx, have offered a $100,000 Program Underwriting Match Challenge. (239-261-8164) —A.B.

5-6, 12-13; Awesome Adventurists: Holidays Arond the World, Dec. 12; Many Faces, Many Places: Masks from Around the World, through March 8; cmon.org.

Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center—Winter Slumber Party, includes snacks, games, activities, and guest speakers, Dec. 1920; Holiday Crafts for Kids, ages 6-12, wildlife crafts, Dec. 21-24; Movie Mania, a selection of

nature films, Dec. 28-31; rookerybay.org.

Rosen Gallery & Studios—Clay Art for Kids & Parents, four-week sessions designed for children 8-12, Mondays; 239-821-1061.

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Real Seafood Riverwalk at Tin City Sea Salt The Dock at Crayton Cove The Local Terrazza at the Ritz-Carlton Veranda E Wine Loft Watermark Grille

movie on the lawn, Dec. 15; mercatoshops.com.

Marissa Collections, Naples—Trunk shows: Dana Rebecca Fine Jewelry with personal appearance, Dec. 1-2; Escada Resort & Spring 2016, Dec. 3-5; Eleventy Men’s Spring 2016, Dec. 7-8; 10 Crosby Derek Lam Spring 2016, Dec. 7-9; Spinelli Kilcollin Fine Jewelry, Dec. 7-9; Todd Reed Fine Jewelry, Dec. 8-9, Mattia Cielo Fine Jewelry with PA, Dec. 10-12; Tamara Comolli Fine Jewelry, Dec. 15-16; Irene Neuwirth Fine Jewelry, Dec. 1718; 239-263-4333.

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Naples Bites—Naples Fall Restaurant Week, $35

Thursdays through April; buylocallee.com.

prix fixe multicourse menus at 25-plus participating local restaurants, Dec. 4-14; naples bites.com.

Fifth Avenue South, Naples—The 41st annu-

Naples Grande Beach Resort—New Year’s

al Christmas Walk and Tree Lighting Ceremony, Dec. 3; Evening on Fifth: Rockin’ & Shoppin’ for the Holidays, live music, shopping, dining, and dancing, Dec. 10; 239-692-8436.

Eve Party, music by master guitarist Larry Coryell, buffet, Champagne toast, and dancing, Dec. 31; naplesgrande.com/nye.

at Me, Moe Auditorium and Film Center, Dec. 28; artcenterbonita.org.

Jewish Congregation of Marco Island—Sidney R. Hoffman Memorial Jewish Film Festival, Theodore Bikel: In the Shoes of Sholom Aleichem, film and reception, Dec. 13; 239-642-0800.

Mercato, Naples—Outdoor Movie: Minions, free

Coconut Point Mall, Estero—Farmers Market,

Kathryn’s Collection, Naples—Trunk show: Local artist Cynthia Slack, one-of-a-kind “neck art” using acrylics, beads, antique and retro pieces collected during travels to Paris and other European destinations; 239-434-1885.

Dave Mankes, Dec. 17; Farmers Market, Saturday mornings, parking lot behind Tommy Bahama; 239-434-6533.

The Village on Venetian Bay—Annual Boat Parade, Dec. 15; Santa Paws, bring pups for photos with Santa and meet adoptable pets from the Humane Society Naples, Dec. 17; Christmas Eve snow show, photos with Santa, stories with Mrs. Claus, and strolling holiday carolers, Dec. 24; Village Green Market, fresh produce, handmade and homemade goods, and more, Sunday mornings; venetianvillage.com.

MUSIC

Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples—Personal appearance by Coomi Bhasin for the recently launched silver collection, Dec. 1-2; 239-592-5900.

Artis—Naples—A Choral Christmas, presenting Handel’s Messiah, Dec. 1 and 3; Rick Howard and the Speedbumps, Dec. 9; The Sea, the Swan, and the Quartet, Dec. 10-11; Youth Symphonia, Naples Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, Dec. 12; Neil Sedaka, Dec. 13; Sypert Salon, Dec. 13-15; All That Jazz, Robin Eubanks, Dec. 16; The Ten Tenors, Dec. 29; A Viennese New Year’s Eve, Dec. 31; artisnaples.org.

Third Street South, Naples—Third Thursday on Third, musical performances by J. Robert and

Bonita Springs Concert Band—Concert, Dec. 6, Riverside Park, Bonita Springs; 239-405-3320.

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Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs—Acoustic Storytellers: Music & Stories from Around the World, Dec. 3; Meet the Composers: Brahms & Clara, Another Musical Love Story, Dec. 6; Klezmer Revival Band, featuring Jewish music from the 16th to 19th centuries, Dec. 12; artcen terbonita.org.

Classic Chamber Concerts, Naples—Opening night celebration concert, featuring the Fifth Avenue Chamber Orchestra, Conductor and Music Director William Noll, and guest soloist cellist Jared Blajian, Dec. 7; Sugden Community Theatre, Naples; classicchamberconcerts.org.

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Dec. 6; Gulf Coast Big Band, Dec. 13; Music Makers Show Band, Dec. 14 and 27; Naples Jazz Society, Dec. 20; fifthavenuesouth.com.

Around the Horn Get in tune with a Naples holiday tradition when the twentieth annual Tuba Christmas takes over Sugden Plaza on Fifth Avenue South December 17. Tuba Christmas consists of musicians of all ages playing sing-alongs and seasonal favorites. More than 40 members of the Naples Concert Band will dress in holiday attire for the performance. Prizes will be given out

7; Naples Philharmonic Brass Quintet, festive Christmas seasonal brass music, Dec. 14, Opera Naples Wang Opera Center; capacenter.org.

Estero Concert Series—Chamber music concert, Dec. 12, Koreshan State Historic Site, Estero; 239-949-3379.

Mercato, Naples—Free concert featuring Victor Wainwright, Dec. 3; mercatoshops.com.

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Sugden Community Theatre, Naples—An Irish Christmas, music and storytelling by Wolfhound, step dancing by the Celtic Spirit School of Dance, and pipes and drums by The Harp and Thistle Pipe Band, Dec. 8; A Big Band Christmas, Swing Ye Noël, the William Noll Jazz Orchestra, Dec. 14; Johnny T’s Doo Wop & Diamonds Holiday Extravaganza, Dec. 15; 239-263-7990.

Voices of Naples—Home for the Holidays concert, Dec. 7, Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Naples; 239-4552582.

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Everglades Wonder Gardens—Lunch and Learn Lecture, History of Bonita Springs, Dec. 2; everglades wondergardens.com.

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National Alliance on Mental Illness of Collier County—Coping With Stress and Anxiety, presented

by George Drobinski, MS, LMHC, PA, Dec. 10, NAMI of Collier, Naples; 239-260-7300.

Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, Naples—Lunch and Learn Lecture, The Little Marco Settlement, Dec. 1; rookerybay.org.

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Children’s Advocacy Center of Collier County— Duck Feast: A Gastronomic Event, chef Charles Mereday’s annual duck-centric fundraising dinner, Dec. 9, Mereday’s Brasserie Bayfront, Naples; caccollier.org/ duck.html.

David Lawrence Center and Foundation—DLC Young Executives Holiday Bash, annual party and fundraiser, Dec. 4, Jack’s at Naples Harbour; 239-3043505.

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The Everglades Foundation—An Evening with Carl Hiaasen, award-winning journalist, columnist for the Miami Herald, and bestselling novelist, Dec. 4, The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club; 305-251-0001.

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Historical Society—Fourth annual Swamp Heritage Festival, free family-friendly event celebrating the history and culture of South Florida through programs, activities, and presentations, Dec. 5, Big Cypress Welcome Center; 239-695-4758.

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Agenda featured speaker, author Margaret Cardillo, Dec. 10, The Ritz-Carlton, Naples; 239-263-9200.

Immokalee Child Care Center—Annual Diamond Ball, A White Party, dinner and dancing, live auction, and live music by the Robert Williamson Band, Dec. 11, The Club Pelican Bay, Naples; immokaleechildcarecenter.org.

Jewish Federation of Collier County—Sixth Annual Community Chanukah Celebration, greetings from community leaders, candle lighting, and live music, Dec. 7, Mercato, Naples; jew ishnaples.org.

Marco Island Christmas Style—Holiday Pets on Parade, Dec. 1, CJ’s on the Bay; Cookies and Milk with Santa, Dec. 12, Mackle Park; Annual Street Parade, Dec. 12, San Marco Road; Ice Skating in the Park, Dec. 13, Veteran’s Community Park; Christmas Movie at the Tree, Dec. 18, Veterans Community Park; Santa’s Calling, Dec. 20, Greater YMCA; christmasislandstyle.com.

Make-A-Wish Southern Florida—Fifth Annual Tea at The Ritz, Dec. 6, The Ritz-Carlton, Naples; 239-992-9474.

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What better way to celebrate winter than with a festive figure skating show?

The Florida Everblades Figure Skating Club hits the ice for its annual holiday show December 12 at Germain Arena. The show theme is “Holiday Movies on Ice,” with numbers featuring medleys from favorite holiday movies, such as A White Christmas and Elf. The show will highlight more than 35 young athletes. “Many people don’t realize that we have kids in this community who are so dedicated to this sport—they’re in the rink almost every day of the week, and we don’t get to see them perform very often,” says FEFSC board member Lynda Rowley, whose daughter has been skating in the holiday show for the past eight years. It’s a fun outing for the whole family. (fefsc.org) —A.B.

rations, and exhibits in the Hedges Family EcoCenter, Dec. 11-13; 239-261-4290.

Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens—Winter Fest, Naples zoo staff deliver wrapped presents and holiday treats to the animals, Dec. 19-20; napleszoo.org.

Meals of Hope—Holidays Without Hunger, fes-

Elite Events, Naples—Santa Stroll 5K Run & Walk at dusk, Dec. 19; Christmas Triathlon & Duathlon, Dec. 20, Sugden Regional Park, Naples; eliteevents.org.

Gulf Coast Runners—Collier County Public Schools Wellness Run/Walk, Dec. 5, various locations; Franklin Templeton Shootout 5K Race, Dec. 12, Tiburón Golf Club at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples; Marco Island 5-Mile Hill Race, Dec. 19, Publix, Marco Island; Bagel Run, Dec. 26, Naples On the Run; gcrunner.org.

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Artis—Naples—Die Fledermaus, presented with Opera Naples, Dec. 22; The Producers, Dec. 2628; artisnaples.org.

Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs—Improv Café and Improv Tonight!, Dec. 5, Moe Auditorium & Film Center; Clarita Filgueiras, “Flamenco Puro,” Hinman Auditorium, Dec. 17; artcenterbo nita.org.

Gulfshore Playhouse—Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol, one-man tour-de-force directed by Kristen Coury and featuring Cody Nickell, Dec. 12-20; gulfshoreplayhouse.org.

Marco Island Historical Society—Bastille the Mentalist, Dec. 4; 239-642-1440.

tive food-packing event with the goal to package 500,000 meals for people in need, Dec. 24, Harborside Event Center, Fort Myers; 239537-7775.

National Alliance on Mental Illness of Collier County—Hope Shines Luncheon, “Believe,”

Marco Players—Gift of the Magi, an original

guest speaker Victoria Maxwell, Dec. 8, a private club in Naples; 239-260-7300.

work and retelling of O. Henry’s Christmas classic, Dec. 18-20; 239-642-7270.

Mercato, Naples—Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony, live performances from Patchouli, Backstage Dance Academy, and more, Dec. 2; Holiday Collector Car Show with the Ferrari Club of America-Naples Chapter, and Salvation Army Toys for Tots Drive, Dec. 5; mercatoshops.com.

The Women’s Foundation of Collier County—Power of the Purse, supporting the Women’s

The Naples Players—The Foreigner, through

Naples Botanical Garden—Night Lights in the Garden, live musical performances, family activities, and thousands of lights until 9 p.m., Dec. 1623, 26-30; naplesgarden.org.

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Initiative Network Endowment Fund, announcement of the 2016 Women of Initiative Honorees, and a drawing for 25 designer handbags, Dec. 11, Naples Grande Beach Hotel; 239-649-5000.

Collier County Domestic Animal Services— Paws in the Park, 2.1-mile walk to benefit the DAS Trust Fund, Dec. 5, North Collier Regional Park, Naples; 239-252-7387.

Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary—After Hours, Living on the Edge: The World of the Florida Black Bear, guided walks and presentations until 9 p.m., Dec. 11; corkscrew.audubon.org.

Dec. 20; Sugden Community Theatre, Naples; 239-263-7990.

Off the Hook Comedy Club, Naples—Threetime American Comedy Award nominee Bob Zany, Dec. 10-13; Frank Del Pizzo and friends, Dec. 26-27; offthehookcomedyclub.com.

Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee—Comedian Craig Ferguson, The New Deal Tour, Dec. 5; 800-218-0007.

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Earlier this year, Douglas and husband Doug Olsen received the Jim Dellas and Cheryl Deering Animaltarian Award for volunteer service with the Humane Society Naples.

1. Best local cultural attraction: Naples Philharmonic at Artis—Naples; however, it will always be “The Phil” to me. No matter what we are seeing, it is always a great experience.

2. Best locally made product: Norman Love chocolates. I am a chocoholic.

3. Favorite scent: Kilian Prelude to Love, Invitation

1 Words to live by: Always be true to oneself.

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4. Treasured books: Two for the Dough by Janet Evanovich, The Secret Life of Bees, by Sue Monk Kidd, and Eats, Shoots and Leaves by Lynn Truss, a [funny] book about punctuation. I learned a lot about those little marks on paper.

5. Esteemed charity: The Humane Society Naples, a no-kill shelter, where Doug Olsen and I have chaired the annual tea for the last five years. We have four pups currently, and a total of seven adopted dogs from the HSN. 6. Favorite designers: For men’s clothing, it’s Robert 5 Godley, who designs Psycho Bunny; for women, Hedi Slimane for Saint Laurent.

7. Favorite skin-care product: Borghese’s Fango Active Mud for Face and Body

Biggest obstacle he has overcome: I have always been very shy. I have read books, bought videos, and practiced in front of a mirror, studied other people, and then just go out there and do it!

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