Innholdsfortegnelse for May/June 2018 i Naples Illustrated

As you gear up for summer with the kids (or grandkids) out of school and seasonal residents back up north, there is plenty of outdoor fun to plan. A wide and lush natural landscape surrounds us in Naples, and it’s always worth remembering that there is an added bonus to soaking it all up. Whether it’s gliding in a kayak through the mangroves or swamp-walking in the Everglades, spending time in nature has long been shown to help tamp down stress levels. Simply being among the greenery seems to deliver a restorative breath of fresh air that’s as good for the soul as it is for our health and happiness. In fact, among the several studies over the years that have touted these benefits, a small one conducted a few…

When Jane Birkin sported her wicker basket purse in the ’70s, she likely had no idea the style’s popularity would persist more than 40 years later. This Michael by Michael Kors wicker pineapple crossbody bag ($358), available at select Michael Kors lifestyle stores and online at michaelkors.com, merges the trend with a pineapple motif for an air of effortless chic that resonates with Paradise Coast style, day or night. Turn the page for more playful accessories.…

Summer is here—and with it, countless opportunities to unwittingly expose our skin and hair to harmful solar rays. Protect yourself—and bring out that gorgeous summer glow—with smart product choices: Leonor Greyl Lait Luminescence Biphase, a styling milk to guard against sun damage and gently detangle post-swim locks ($48, leonorgreyl-usa.com); Ligne St. Barth aloe vera gel with mint to soothe after sun exposure ($36, beautyfrontier.com); La Bella Donna LBD Women SPF 50 translucent mineral sunblock with a clever brush applicator ($65, labelladonna.com); Hampton Sun’s moisturizing Lip Gelée SPF 30 ($22, hamptonsuncare.com); suntan-popping Chanel Rouge Coco high-shine gloss in Nectar ($30, Saks Fifth Avenue); and Deborah Koepper eye trio in Capri Sunset ($45, deborahkoepper.com).…

There are so few residential options on Naples’ downtown thoroughfare, Fifth Avenue South, that the opportunity to revitalize a home does not come around very often. When it does, it’s deemed quite special. For Dwayne Bergmann, principal designer of Fort Myers–based Dwayne Bergmann Interiors, a commission to remodel a 25-year-old condominium on Fifth Avenue South presented some exciting possibilities. Just shy of 2,000 square feet, this secondfloor, two-bedroom apartment was in need of a complete renovation. Bergmann’s strategy was to infuse the space with a new attitude that was apropos to the owner’s avocation as a ballroom dancer. Though she also is a general contractor specializing in high-end buildings in Indiana, she wanted this space to reflect her more glamorous side. Bergman’s inspiration was twofold. “We anticipated the style and…

This classic combination of lump crabmeat and avocado appeared on the menu at Ridgway Bar & Grill (ridgwaybarandgrill.com) shortly after the restaurant opened in 2001. The preparation is simple and stresses the quality of the ingredients: The crab is bound with a lightly seasoned mayonnaise, the avocado is mashed, and the timbale is turned out on a bed of house-made gazpacho. “It’s best served with a homemade ciabatta roll so you can sop up the gazpacho,” says the restaurant’s marketing director, Caroline Ridgway. The popular dish is available as either an appetizer or entrée at both lunch and dinner.…

Ever since wine has existed, people have struggled with the problem of how to drink it. Members of royalty never had to worry, since jewel-encrusted goblets were common from 500 A.D. onward. Commoners were more likely to drink out of a hollowed-out animal horn. This was a functional solution but not an aesthetic one, as all the wine had to be consumed in one shot—the preferred method for Vikings, but not as appealing for social drinkers. By the eighteenth century, glass goblets with stems had become popular. This period coincides with the rise of the Austrian glassblowing family Riedel. Their market presence grew during the Industrial Revolution under the leadership of Josef Riedel the Elder (1816-94). Today the eleventh-generation company, headed by Maximilian Riedel, has established itself as the premier…

Brain-training apps and websites have been popping up all over the place, like a spilled bowl of Skittles. While they won’t reverse symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease or help you recite the periodic table, studies have shown certain brain exercises and games can improve cognitive thinking and may alleviate stress and even depression. Below are three types of brain training designed to sharpen the mind. COGNIFIT This popular app evaluates and enhances cognition with patented scientific technology aimed at improving more than 26 skills like memory, planning, and response time. The key is neuroplasticity, or the brain’s ability to change and reorganize itself by forming new neural connections. A favorite is “Reaction Field,” which requires the player to remember the color of a mole and then tap on the moles of…

While the Special Olympics is long known for empowering athletes with intellectual disabilities, Immokalee High School teacher Kelly Stevenson says it goes far beyond that for her students. Over the past 18 years, the Ave Maria resident has been a driving force in growing the Special Olympics in Collier County (specialolympicscollier.org). Stevenson was recently honored for her efforts when she was selected among 135,000 coaches as the Special Olympics North America Coach of the Year. Her passion and commitment, she says, comes from the big difference she sees in students with intellectual disabilities once they get involved in the Special Olympics. “When they walk down the hallway, they have friends and they don’t feel excluded anymore,” Stevenson says. “They are recognized at pep rallies and receive the same varsity letter,…

Style Notes TOTAL WEAVE: Woven straw in contrasting colors adds dimension to your look COLOR ME HAPPY: Opt for touches of raffia dip-dyed in bold hues ON ISLAND TIME: Pair natural accents with light fabrics and airy silhouettes…

With a background in selling high-end children’s wear, Susan Tigwell moved from Minnesota to Naples in 1986 and bought the successful clothing store Beth Moné Children’s Shoppe (bethmone.com) on Third Street South. For more than 50 years this full-service children’s boutique has been famous for its quality clothing and knowledgeable staff who can trick you into thinking you are the only customer present in this sea of kiddie-fashionistas. Tigwell attributes the generations of happy customers to her commitment of providing only the best service and unique designer selections (specializing in Florence Eisman). “I listen to my customers, and their opinions directly influence what I buy,” Tigwell says. “Seeing a mother come in with a child in tow and ask if I remember them from when they were a child gives me…

PUCÓN Despite its emerald lakes, sky-high waterfalls, snow-capped volcanoes, and majestic rainforests, Pucón has managed to remain Chile’s bestkept secret. But, now, thanks to the opening of Hacienda Hotel Vira Vira, the region’s first installment of world-class accommodations, Pucón has arrived on the international travel map. Pucón’s landscapes recall, and easily rival, New Zealand’s South Island. And similar to Queenstown in New Zealand, Pucón is Chile’s adventure capital. Here, fabled sceneries serve as picturesque playgrounds for activities like hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and river rafting in summer, and snowshoeing, snowboarding, and even volcano-top skiing in winter. The Hacienda Hotel Vira Vira sits on its own 57-acre private patch of forest along the shores of the Liucura River, in close proximity to the undeveloped Huerquehue and Villarrica national parks. An…

FINISHING TOUCHES UNIQUE TOPPERS AND CLUTCHES ARE HEADTURNERS AT FUNDRAISING FESTIVALS, GARDEN PARTIES, AND GALAS CELEBS & LUMINARIES STARS LIT UP THE MANY CHARITY EVENTS AROUND TOWN THIS SOCIAL SEASON, INCLUDING MUSICIANS, AUTHORS, ACTORS, SPORTS FIGURES, AND MORE PARTY ANIMALS NEAPOLITANS SHOW OFF THEIR BEST COMPANIONS’ PRECIOUS PAWS ON THE SOCIAL SCENE WINE & DINE HIGHLIGHTS OF TWO NWWF VINTNER DINNERS, WITH FINE WINES, TOP CHEFS, AND CHIC DECOR LOVE OBSESSIONS: A SURREAL EVENING Hosted by: Terry and Bob Edwards with Linda and Victor Grijalva Vintners: Amanda Harlan, Deborah Harlan, and Cory Empting of BOND in Napa, California Chef: John Tesar of Knife at The Highland Dallas in Dallas, Texas TUNNEL OF LOVE Hosted by: Joan and Bob Clifford with Barbie and Paul Hills at Naples Botanical Garden Vintners: Laura…

Looking to spice up your kitchen and expand your palate? Naples offers a wide variety of local markets focused on authentic international groceries and cuisine. If you have questions about what to buy or how to prepare it, the best solution is to ask. Almost always, the staff will be happy to share recipes with you. Here are several stores to consider on your next grocery run. THE NEAPOLITAN GOURMET: Originally from New York, chef Vincent Igneri has been specializing in the cooking of the other Naples (the one at the southern tip of the Italian boot) since 1996. His inventory includes fresh pasta and mozzarella; prepared sauces (pesto, marinara, alfredo, and alla vodka); imported cheeses (authentic Parmigiano-Reggiano, Locatelli Pecorino Romano, Gorgonzola, and fontina); cold cuts (imported Prosciutto di Parma,…

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’t-miss places for dining delights. = NI’s Dining Hall of Fame* *Dining establishments that have won three or more Dining Awards in the same category are inducted into NI’s Dining Hall of Fame. AMERICAN 7TH AVENUE SOCIAL Eclectic southern fare and craft cocktails, with an outdoor patio and live music in the evenings. 849 Seventh Ave. S., Naples (239-231-4553, 7thavenuesocial.com) BALEEN AT LAPLAYA BEACH & GOLF RESORT Dine amid elegant tropical surroundings indoors or on the patio to soak up the view. 9891 Gulf Shore Drive, Naples (239-598-5707, laplayaresort.com) BISTRO 821 A long-time favorite, thanks to executive chef Jesse Housman’s Natural…

Long considered the love-it-or-hate-it root vegetable, beets have surreptitiously taken center stage in health and wellness circles. Aside from being a good source of B vitamins and minerals like potassium and magnesium, beets are packed with betalains and naturally occurring nitrates that may help lower blood pressure and offer protective effects against chronic diseases, such as cancer and heart disease. According to a study published in the American Heart Association’s journal, Hypertension, high blood pressure patients who drank a cup of beet juice daily saw notable decreases in their blood pressure. The benefit likely comes from the beet’s nitrates that convert into nitric oxide in the body, which helps dilate blood vessels, improve blood flow, and lower blood pressure. Beetroot is also one of the few vegetables that contain betalains…

Not all running shoes are created equal. “Buying a shoe is a personal experience,” says Katie Dunwiddie, store manager at Fit2Run in Naples (fit2run.com). “There are four key features to consider: comfort, cushioning, support, and weight.” Here, Dunwiddie shares her picks and tips for hitting the beach, nature trails, and city streets. BEACH RUNNING Running on the beach generates more force and use of your calves and arches. Choose shoes that are light, wide, and have a straight last (referring to the shape of the shoe), significant arch support, and good cushioning. The Hoka One One Fly Collection ($110, hokaoneone.com) is designed for versatility. It’s considered lightweight, breathable, and the extra cushion adds comfort during long runs. TRAIL RUNNING There are so many ways to explore Naples’ beautiful trails. Natural…

Flamenco Puro Dance Company, featuring master flamenco dancer Clarita Filgueiras, takes the stage for an evening of fiery intensity at the Center for the Arts Bonita Springs on May 12. With beautiful costumes and driving flamenco rhythms, Filgueiras masterfully hypnotizes the audience with her storytelling hips, seductive turn of the head, and every pointed and perfectly punctuated stomp of her foot. Originating in Andalusia, Spain, the flamenco dance was a way for the gypsy culture and the lower levels of Andalusian society to express their political oppression through folk music and dance, especially during the Spanish Inquisition. (artcenterbonita.org)…

THE SEVENTH ANNUAL STAYINMAY FESTIVAL SHOWCASES CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED ARTISTS AND MUSICIANS THROUGH MAY 12. MEET ARTIST CYNTHIA ADAMS AT SUR LA TABLE ON MAY 1. JOIN THE STAYINMAY ART ALIVE GALLERY HOP ON MAY 2, AND THEN VISIT SHEFFIELD THEATER TO CATCH NEW INDEPENDENT CINEMA AS PART OF THE SHORT FILM FEST ON MAY 2 AND 6. JAZZ IT UP WITH THE WILLIAM NOLL JAZZ ENSEMBLE WITH GLENN BASHAM ON MAY 3. JAZZ FROM NEW ORLEANS TO NEW YORK WILL TAKE CENTER STAGE ON MAY 4, AND SWEET SOUNDS FROM WYCLIFFE GORDON AND LEW DEL GATTO WILL GET YOUR FINGERS SNAPPING ON MAY 7. CLASSICISTS PREPARE FOR THE BACH BOYS-JS & CPE, PERFORMED BY CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED MUSICIANS AMY PORTER (FLUTE), PETER FRANOVIC (HARPSICHORD), AND THE SYMPHONIA VIRTUOSI STRINGS ON MAY…

BUYING INFORMATION PAGES 68-69 Gown with green velvet ribbon ($17,500), Valentino, valentino.com; shoes ($398), Stuart Weitzman, stuartweitzman.com; earrings ($15,500), rings ($14,500, $20,000), Tiffany & Co., Naples. PAGE 70 Top ($250), skirt ($460), Ulla Johnson, ullajohnson.com; bandeau (price upon request), Salvatore Ferragamo, Naples; bottoms ($69), Marlies Dekkers, marliesdekkers.com; shoes ($455), Stuart Weitzman, stuartweitzman.com; earrings ($1,430), Jane Taylor, janetaylor.com; necklace ($45,000), bracelet ($35,000), ring ($15,000), Temple St. Clair, templestclair.com. PAGE 71 Floral trench coat ($2,490), Max Mara, Naples; earrings ($1,900), Coomi, coomi.com; ring ($14,000), Tiffany & Co., Naples; ring ($4,750), Jacquie Aiche, jacquieaiche.com. PAGE 72 Jacket, bandeau, bottoms (prices upon request), Salvatore Ferragamo, Naples; earrings ($8,700), bracelet ($13,200), rings ($3,200, $4,700), H. Stern, hstern.net. PAGE 73 Bodysuit ($525), La Perla, laperla.com; lace skirt ($7,550), Chanel, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples; earrings ($7,500), Temple…

On replay: “Once in a Lifetime” by the Talking Heads has been the theme song of my life. Kristine Meek, owner-director of Harmon-Meek Gallery in Naples, has a long-standing passion for art. “I believe paintings and sculpture have a way of speaking to a person and even picking their owners,” says Meek. “Art is very personal.” The gallery was established in 1964 and grew into a family business that has been passed down from her parents, William and Barbara. Her sister, Juliana, directs a second gallery, Harmon Meek | modern. 1. Great escape: I’d love to repeat the trip to Svalbard with my sister. We stayed in an old Soviet spy station (Isfjord Radio) that had been renovated. There were only six guests, a private chef, sled dogs, guides, and…

LONG-TIME CUSTOMERS OF NAPLES’ LARGEST LUXURY CONSIGNMENT SHOP WILL FIND A NEW LOOK AND LOCATION WHEN THEY RETURN NEXT SEASON. AUDREY’S OF NAPLES (AUDREYSNAPLES.COM), A MAINSTAY IN THE AREA FOR 13 YEARS, IS REOPENING IN A NEW SPOT ON MAY 1. LOCATED AT THE CORNER OF TENTH STREET NORTH AND FIFTH AVENUE NORTH IN NAPLES’ DOWNTOWN DISTRICT, THE 5,000-SQUARE-FOOT BUILDING IS JUST FOUR BLOCKS FROM THE OLD LEASED STORE. “IT’S ONE BIG OPEN SPACE WITH THE EXCEPTION OF A VINTAGE ROOM THAT WE’VE CREATED,” SAYS CO-OWNER ASHLEY MEANS. “IT’S LIGHT, BRIGHT, AND AIRY, WITH HIGH CEILINGS.” ASIDE FROM A NEW COMPLIMENTARY REFRESHMENT AREA WITH SEATING, TEAS, COFFEES, AND COOKIES, THE NEW STORE CAN ALSO ACCOMMODATE EVENTS. “WE’LL DO CHARITY EVENTS, AFTER-HOURS PARTIES FOR WOMEN’S GROUPS, AND VIP SHOPPING PARTIES,” SAYS…

Many wine lists rely on commercial brands and famous labels to sell bottles to diners. Not so at The Other Side Bistro (bonitaspringsbistro.com) in Bonita Springs, where chef-owner Brian McCarley has assembled a remarkable collection of limited-production gems from some of the least known and most talented vintners on the planet. “We have just about every flavor profile you can imagine,” McCarley says. “They’re not necessarily names you would recognize, but if a customer is a little bit adventurous, we can give them something they like.” McCarley, who became interested in wine while at culinary school, accumulated his knowledge through a combination of tasting, travel, and research. His list currently contains 158 selections, with 36 available by the glass; the restaurant’s total inventory is approaching 15,000 bottles. You can have…

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