Innehållsförteckning för October 2018 från Naples Illustrated

It has long been said that home is where the heart is. When calling the Paradise Coast home, you quickly realize this is a place that warms the heart like few cities can. Naples is in many ways still a tightly knit town, even as it continually expands thanks to the contributions of its generous residents. In this Home issue, our cover story takes us into the Naples apartment of philanthropists and art collectors Gerald and Jody Lippes, who open up about their “Passion to Collect,” beginning on page 54. Beyond their acquisition skills, the couple also reflects upon how art enriches the community they call home. Of course, towns are always evolving and in this issue, we also focus on a slice of East Naples that is in significant…

Seniors using standard, wheel-less walkers are finding it easier to walk on the beach thanks to Naples entrepreneurs Stephanie Gomez and Eryk Hardwick. As the founders of Stabilized Steps, they beat more than 40 start-ups to win a $25,000 investment from a pitch competition modeled after the TV show Shark Tank. Their custom-molded nylon pad invention attaches to walkers to help stabilize steps on uneven surfaces like beach sand. Adrenaline Venture Fund organized the VenturePitch SWFL event at Babcock Ranch in Charlotte County and funded the investment, which they’ve since expanded to $100,000. (stabilizedsteps.com)…

STYLE NOTES TWO-STEP: Pair cowboy boots with dresses for both day and night SILVERADO: Opt for accessories with silver metal hardware and accents TRUE ROMANCE: Floral and paisley prints add a touch of femininity…

SPOOKY Nights Designed by Rufino Hernandez and Jessica James, GARDEN DISTRICT OF NAPLES When celebrating this day of ghosts and goblins, break the rules and let your imagination run wild. That’s what Garden District illustrates with this hauntingly fun feast for the eyes. The centerpiece is a large candelabra, filled with white hybrid roses, carnations, large eyeballs, and wing-flapping ravens. Dining chairs are wrapped in gauze, punctuated by swirling ghost eyes, to resemble a mummy. On the table, the exquisite attention to detail spills over with individual skull salt-and-pepper shakers, chocolate-filled coffin guest favors, and teasing plates with phrases like, “Let’s get wicked” and “Stay for the spell.” The candles, which emit a warm glow, are wrapped in harlequin ribbon to coordinate with the napkins. For a more dramatic ambience,…

Q: WHAT IS YOUR DESIGN INSPIRATION? A: For me, design is inspired by three factors. One is the fashion industry; textiles, color, and fashion trends cause interior design trends, which is why we’re proud to partner with Ralph Lauren Home at our Mercato design center. The second is nature, where I find harmony, symmetry, color, balance, scale, and proportion. Finally, I have a passion for travel. The more you are exposed to different cultures and countries, the deeper your creative well is. Q: WHAT ARE THE LATEST TRENDS IN YOUR INDUSTRY? A: Design has been moving toward the integration of natural, organic elements. Contemporary, clean lines mixed with earthy, natural accents are trending. Tonal “washed’ finishes give a soft feel that mixes well with rich, darker colors. Backgrounds are becoming…

APPLIANCES Design Studio by Raymond 990 1st. Ave. N. Naples 239-278-1334 designstudiobyraymond.com ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION 41 West Bonita Springs, Marco Island, Naples 239-649-5455 41west.com BCB Homes, Inc. 3696 Enterprise Ave., Suite 100 Naples 239-643-1004 bcbhomes.com Divco Custom Homes 6628 Willow Park Dr. Naples 239-592-7222 divcohomes.com Hemmer Construction, Inc. 1990 Seward Ave. Naples 239-649-8000 hemmerconst.com James Knafo Architect & Concierge Construction Contracting 405 5th Ave. S., Suite 7D Naples 239-417-1607 jamesknafo.com K2 Design Group 25081 Bernwood Drive N. Bonita Springs 239-444-5205 k2design.com Richards & Martin, Inc. - Design / Build 1333 3rd Ave. S., Unit #102 Naples 239-250-8687 richardsandmartin.com Sater Group 25241 Elementary Way, Suite 102 Bonita Springs 239-495-2106 satergroup.com ART & GALLERIES Art Mosaic Fashion 2377 Linwood Ave., Suite 202 Naples 239-450-1302 artmosaicfashion.com Bay Design Store 326 13th Ave. S.…

Barrel-aged cocktails were popular prior to Prohibition, although the reasons were practical rather than aesthetic. Even after glass bottles became commonplace, bartenders found it convenient to have a large supply of their best-selling drinks ready to serve. With the recent boom in the cocktail culture, barrel aging has become fashionable once again. The trend found its way to Naples at The Warehouse (thewarehousenaples.com), which uses two five-liter barrels made from American oak. One formerly held Jack Daniels Single Barrel Select, while the other was seasoned with Woodford Reserve Bourbon. As a result, both barrels lend themselves to classic whiskey drinks. Benjamin Forgét, general manager at The Warehouse, has also been successful with a Negroni made from Campari, Hendrick’s Gin, and Cinzano sweet vermouth. “Each new cocktail takes on aspects of the…

If you’re a fan of the sous vide cooking at Kitchen41, or addicted to the Heritage Pork Chop at The French, you may not realize it’s possible to create similar dishes at home. Sous vide translates from the French as “under vacuum,” and the description is apt: Ingredients are sealed in a plastic pouch and cooked slowly in a water bath. The flavor payoff can be significant. Unlike standard cooking methods such as grilling or roasting where the heat penetrates from the outside in, sous vide cooks food at a constant, even temperature. Moisture is retained, and the meat, fish, or vegetables emerge remarkably juicy and succulent. Perhaps because it was first used at a Michelin three-star restaurant in France, many diners associate sous vide with upscale dining. However, home…

MUSIC 6 Damon Fowler, Center for Performing Arts Bonita Springs, a Florida native with a hybrid style of roots, rock, and blues, $20-$30. (artcenterbonita.org) Victor Wainwright with The Alex Lopez Xpress, Southwest Florida Event Center, Bonita Springs, $15- $35. (swfleventcenter.com) 7 Chris Sidwell, Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa, Bonita Springs, enjoy a Champagne brunch while listening to smooth and classic jazz, free. (hyatt.com) Mason Williams, The Boathouse on Naples Bay, listen to the laid-back jazz guitarist weekly on Sundays with an amazing view of Naples Bay, to Dec. 30, free. (boathouseonnaplesbay.com) 11 Penn Johnson, Marco Island Center for the Arts, storytelling through music, $25-$35. (marcoislandart.org) Todd Snider, Southwest Florida Event Center, Bonita Springs, $20-$50. (swfleventcenter.com) 12 Shelly Fairchild, Southwest Florida Event Center, Bonita Springs, $25-$50. (swfleventcenter.com) 16 Devon…

Whether you’re a vacationer in search of a souvenir or a local simply stopping in for a last-minute gift, every trip to Regatta on Fifth Avenue South in Naples reveals an everchanging mix of whimsical and practical items. The gift shop has been a fixture on Fifth Avenue South since 2001, but originated on the Dockside Boardwalk in 1985. Boya Mosher, the current owner and former manager, settled in Naples for its natural beauty and laidback atmosphere. Mosher has a knack for discovering one-of-a-kind treasures, which turns the store into a fun house with something for everyone at every budget. She also carries the artwork of at least a half-dozen local vendors, including Gail Burd’s shell frames and cards, which have long been a customer favorite. “We never lose track…

For more than three decades, Ristorante Ciao has been a familiar Naples destination. Diners will see a redecorated interior when they return for the season, but classic dishes such as shrimp and scallop risotto still highlight the menu. Chef Gianfranco Loreti cooks the Arborio rice to order with house-made stock and finishes the dish with a touch of cream and basil pesto. The popular entrée is topped with lightly seared scallops and jumbo shrimp and garnished with chopped tomatoes and artisan greens. “His philosophy is to combine traditional dishes with super-fresh ingredients,” says partner Carol Rosen, “and to make them colorful, current, and pleasing to the eye.” (ristoranteciao.com)…

If coffee is really the new wine, then vines are sprouting across Southwest Florida. What local coffee bars have in common is a relaxed atmosphere where you can socialize with friends, check your email, or read a book while enjoying a unique brew. The local trailblazer is Bad Ass Coffee Company (thebadasscoffeecompany.com), which originated on Hawaii’s Big Island in 1989 and has won several NI Dining Awards. Named for the erstwhile donkeys that carry beans up and down the mountains, the Naples outpost specializes in the rich, fragrant Kona beans that made Hawaii famous. For relative newcomers, like mother-daughter team Nicola and Stephanie Bunnett who opened Kunjani Craft Coffee & Gallery (kunjaninaples.com) in 2016, coffee and social consciousness are one and the same. They founded the Kunjani Project to help bring clean…

The Naples Botanical Garden is celebrating the change in seasons by launching its inaugural Fall Walk series, October 26-28. The family-friendly holiday event will include lights, food, music, and children’s activities throughout the garden each night from 6 to 9 p.m. As it’s the weekend before Halloween, kids are welcome to come in costume, though adults are asked to leave their own masks at home. (naplesgarden.org) IN BLOOM There are several beautiful plants expected to be blossoming during the event. Here are a few to look for. Scott Florida Garden: The Coreopsis plant has yellow, daisy-like blooms, while the Gaillardia (blanket flower) features colored petals that can display a mix of red, orange, and yellow. Both are a source of nectar for butterflies and bees. Lea Asian Garden: Keep an…

As John R. Wood Properties marks its sixtieth anniversary in Naples, Phil Wood has remained steadfast at the helm of his father’s namesake company for more than half that time. Here, he shares life lessons in an edited interview with NI. Secrets to success: Hard work. I get up at about 5 a.m. and try to beat everyone else to the punch. Also, a lot of strategic thinking. I’ve been living this business for more than 40 years, and I’m always thinking how we can do it better, beat our competition, and bring better customer service to our clients. Most valuable lesson: From a business standpoint, avoid debt. My grandparents lived through the depression, and my parents remembered it as kids. Even though they taught that lesson to me, I…

Appearing on the arm of every “it” girl in the early aughts, including Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw, the Dior saddle bag became a distinctive icon of the decade. And if there’s one philosophy that can be counted on in fashion, it’s that everything old will become new again. For fall, Dior has revived John Galliano’s design and its nod to the equestrian world. A few updates, such as versions in a larger size and with an embroidered canvas ($8,500, dior.com) shown here, render this statement bag fit for the modern nomad. Turn the page for more wild wear.…

While the 2018 Color of the Year, Ultra Violet, is ending its reign, the color virtuosos at the Pantone Color Institute have already unveiled the shades that will intrigue us in 2019. Pantoneview home + interiors 2019 focuses on the hues Pantone believes will appeal to our emotions and engage our imaginations in the upcoming calendar year. These two palettes have been specifically chosen for housewares and interior design, meaning you can infuse pops of various trending colors into your decor. Here, we break down each palette’s personality and showcase accent pieces that capitalize on these seriously stylish swatches. (pantone.com) CRAVINGS This color story draws inspiration from the plate and food, with vibrant hues such as spicy reds, sweet orange, and rich purples. For a neutral approach, select the warm…

In an era when experiential travel seems to reign supreme, there can be undue pressure to book vacations packed with tours, activities, museum outings, and elaborate meals. These mile-a-minute adventures might yield amazing Instagram shots, but they fail to deliver unadulterated relaxation. And given the pace of the world today, a long weekend of doing absolutely nothing can feel like pure bliss. Enter Carlisle Bay, a boutique resort located on the southern coast of Antigua. Here, bird chirps and tree frog croaks are your morning alarm clock, afternoon tea service is your sole commitment, and enchanting sunsets are your only way of marking the passage of time. When jetting off to Carlisle Bay, the lazing begins almost immediately. U.S. travelers can fly directly from Miami to the Antiguan capital of…

In 2011, the then soon-to-be-married Gerald and Jody Lippes relocated to Naples. Although originally from Buffalo, New York, the couple felt drawn to this Southwest Florida coastal gem of a city. “It was a fresh start for both of us,” says Jody. “I feel like I belong here; it’s home. It’s a place where we can give back and engage in community service.” As avid cultural consumers and benefactors, the Lippeses were also attracted to the Naples arts scene. Shortly after they settled into their newly renovated high-rise apartment, Gerald met the director of The Baker Museum. He soon became quite involved in this bastion of modern and contemporary art, which operates as the visual arts arm of the Artis—Naples campus and organization. No stranger to this world, Gerald had…

SHOT EXCLUSIVELY BY NAPLES ILLUSTRATED AT THE HENRY MORRISON FLAGLER MUSEUM, PALM BEACH JEWELRY PROVIDED BY GRAFF…

Cambier Park becomes foodie central on October 27 when the second annual Wine & Food Experience, presented by USA Today, returns to Naples. From 1 to 4 p.m., the event will concentrate restaurants, cooking demonstrations, wines, and craft beer in one place as part of a 12-city national tour. The headliner this year will be Scott Conant, a James Beard Award–winning chef, cookbook author, and veteran judge of popular TV shows such as Top Chef and Chopped. Another focal point will be The Martha Stewart Experience, a tented space featuring books and kitchen equipment marketed by the lifestyle personality herself. Several dozen local restaurants will offer dishes to sample during the Grand Tasting, including Truluck’s, Sails, Baleen, Sea Salt, Barbetella, Dorona, Kareem’s Lebanese Kitchen, The Claw Bar, Angelina’s Ristorante, and…

THE LISTINGS The Naples area is packed with an abundance of great eateries, serving up food and drinks to satisfy every palate. Naples Illustrated has rounded up details on can’tmiss places for dining delights. ⋆ = NI’s Dining Hall of Fame* *Dining establishments that have won three or more Dining Awards in the same category are inducted into NI’s Dining Hall of Fame. AMERICAN 7TH AVENUE SOCIAL Eclectic Southern fare and craft cocktails, with an outdoor patio and live music in the evenings. 849 Seventh Ave. S., Naples (7thavenuesocial.com) AGAVE BAR & GRILL Innovative Southwestern cuisine in a comfortable setting. 2380 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (agavenaples.com) BALEEN AT LAPLAYA BEACH & GOLF RESORT Dine amid elegant tropical surroundings indoors, or on the patio to soak up the view. 9891 Gulf…

Ceremonial saging or smudging (terms used for burning herbs for cleansing or healing purposes) dates back centuries in Native American culture. Today, the practice has become commonplace in wellness rituals, as a meditation aid, and to encourage relaxation during a yoga session. “At the end of a chaotic day, it’s a soothing way to disperse the negative energy in the room and calm it down,” says Beth Brown-Rinella, owner of Goddess I Am Healing and Meditation Center, Naples, which stocks sage bundles, energy freshener mists that act as a to-go smudging ritual, and dozens of essential oils and herbs. “Different types of herbs are blended in the sage bundles for different purposes,” she says. Lavender helps with anxiety, while mug-wort enhances a meditative state and promotes dreaming. “Smudging is like…

First rule of nesting: Find a signature home fragrance and scent your surroundings appropriately. Some of our favorites from the new home collections: Jo Malone Honeysuckle & Davana floral-scented candle ($67, Saks Fifth Avenue); Phlur Claremont revitalizing candle ($68, phlur.com); Diptyque Collection 34 scented drawer liners ($65) and Lavender Heart sachet ($48, both at diptyqueparis.com); and Gibson & Dehn Saratoga diffuser, made with white tea and Cyprian cedar ($44, gibsonanddehn.com).…

Two wild and crazy guys are coming to Hayes Hall, Artis—Naples on October 28, for what is being billed as An Evening You Will Never Forget for the Rest of Your Life. Comedy legends Steve Martin and Martin Short, along with the Steep Canyon Rangers and Jeff Babko, aim to take patrons on a vaudevillian musical journey as they explore their friendship and tell outrageous stories about their award-winning careers. These longtime pals will share their kindly brand of a celebrity roast, in addition to Martin’s banjo runs and a smattering of blunt one-liners that will contribute to the hilarious cadence of the night. Prior to the performance, Martin will receive the second annual Naples International Film Festival Artis—Naples Award for his multidisciplinary approach to the arts as an actor,…

1 On October 26, dress up early and head over to North Collier Regional Park for the Family Halloween Party, hosted by Events in Southwest Florida. The festivities include a best costume contest, bounce houses, games, and, of course, candy. Entrance fee is $2. (collierparks.com) 2 The Naples Zoo’s Boo at the Zoo, October 19-21, features education stations, games, costume contests, trick-or-treating, and a live DJ. Bring the entire family to watch the animals “carve” pumpkins and other treats with tooth, horn, and claw. Kids in costume receive complimentary admission. Entry is $22 for adults. (napleszoo.org) 3 At the Collier County Fair, experience a Haunted “Gross” House & Hayride through the grounds or take your chances facing off with the ghouls in the Haunted House. The event runs every weekend…

PAGE 74 Peplum gown ($5,995), cape with bow ($2,995), Naeem Khan, naeem khan.com; Eklectica tricolored specchio leather 120-mm pumps ($895), Christian Louboutin, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples; round and pear-shaped diamond Iris earrings (price upon request), Graff, graffdiamonds.com. PAGE 75 Ruffle silk gown ($9,290), Giambattista Valli, special order, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples; Space Bool black patent leather and PVC 55-mm pumps ($995), Christian Louboutin, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples; multi-shaped emerald and diamond chandelier earrings (price upon request), Graff, graffdiamonds.com. PAGE 76 Tulle gown with Hardwick embroidery ($12,490), Oscar de la Renta, Marissa Collections, Naples; multi-shaped diamond Carissa earrings used as hair clips, round diamond Domed ring (both price upon request), Graff, graffdiamonds.com. PAGE 77 Silk gown with detachable peplum (price upon request), Reem Acra, New York, 212-421-3200; Mechante Reine pink suede…

Emily Bua, a 24-year Naples resident and realtor, has a long-standing commitment to the community. As part of Bua Bell Group, under the umbrella of John R. Wood Properties, she makes a donation after every closing. The nonprofits Bua supports range from The Shelter for Abused Women and Children to Champions for Learning, as well as organizations that benefit veterans, conservation, and the arts. Favorite quote: “If you think you can or if you think you can’t, either way you are right.”—Henry Ford 1. Must-attend events: Hats in the Garden—I feel it’s the start of season; Celebrity Martini Glass Auction, a fun, giving event that supports those who have served our country; and Magic Under the Mangroves, which supports the Conservancy of Southwest Florida. 2. Best read: The Seven Spiritual Laws of…