Innehållsförteckning för November 2022 från Naples Illustrated

Our town should be starting to bustle, with more traffic and larger crowds in restaurants and stores. However, in Hurricane Ian’s wake, there is much uncertainty, much to clean up, and in some circumstances, much to rebuild. For all of you adversely impacted by the storm, we at Naples Illustrated send out our thoughts and prayers. And just like so many others in our tight-knit community, we are eager to help with restoration efforts in all ways possible. While there’s no minimizing the catastrophic effects of Ian, perhaps this issue of Naples Illustrated, dedicated to arts and culture, will provide a much-needed distraction, as well as a reminder of how amazing our city and its inhabitants are, as we spotlight a handful of talented, accomplished individuals who have excelled across…

STYLE NOTES CHAIN MAIL: Opt for a chain-strap shoulder bag for glamorous nights out. PUT A BOW ON IT: Wear accessories embellished with bows. LAYER UP: Add long gloves to your look for extra charm and drama.…

When he was 5, Keith Wallace’s family moved to Naples from Baltimore, Maryland. He graduated from Lely High School in 1992; his first job was in the mailroom of the Naples Daily News. While there, he saw an internal posting for a graphic designer. Thinking it would be a “cool job,” he applied, got the position, and stayed at the local newspaper—eventually working as a sales account manager—for an impressive 24 years. In 2009, Wallace enrolled at Hodges University, obtaining his associate’s degree in criminal justice in 2012, as well as a bachelor’s degree in the same discipline in 2014. During his years in protection services—a part-time career he started in 1997—Wallace provided personal guard duty for local dignitaries, such as U.S. Senators Rick Scott and Marco Rubio. In addition…

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Faith, love, and dough proved a winning recipe for Naples native Maria Trupiano, owner of CAK’D, 100% Vegan Gluten-free Dough Bar & Treats in the Trinity Plaza at Ninth Street North and Third Avenue North. When the Barron Collier High School graduate moved near Pittsburgh, she wound up in an abusive relationship. She knew she needed to escape for her own sake and that of her kids. Trupiano, whose prior business as a successful wedding photographer dwindled during the pandemic, turned to baking to regain confidence after the abuse and to support her sons. She started to bake for her church community and the response, she says, “was huge. Then people began asking me about gluten-free and vegan.” Trupiano spent two years creating her own flour blend, which yielded gorgeous,…

THE EVER-POPULAR YEAR-ROUND THIRD STREET SOUTH FARMERS MARKET SWITCHES TO PRIME TIME, MOVING NOVEMBER 12 FROM THE PARKING LOT BETWEEN THIRD STREET SOUTH AND GORDON DRIVE DIRECTLY ONTO THE STREET. EVERY SATURDAY FROM 7:30 TO 11:30 A.M., THIRD STREET SOUTH WILL TURN INTO A FESTIVAL OF FRESH PRODUCE, FLOWERS, PLANTS, PASTAS, SEAFOOD, BAKED GOODS, PREPARED FOODS, JAMS, FRESH-ROASTED COFFEE, DOG TREATS, HANDWOVEN BASKETS, AND MORE. THE FARMERS MARKET CONNECTS LOCAL GROWERS AND INDEPENDENT MERCHANTS WITH LOCAL CONSUMERS, HELPING TO FOSTER A STRONG SENSE OF COMMUNITY. MARKET ORGANIZERS CAREFULLY HAND-SELECT AND APPROVE EVERY VENDOR, SO SHOPPERS CAN BE SURE THEY ARE LOCAL BUSINESSES OF THE HIGHEST QUALITY. (THIRDSTREETSOUTH.COM)…

PAW-rtners for Life November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month and a great time to adopt an older pet in need of a home. While any pet may improve your health by helping decrease your blood pressure, loneliness, and anxiety, those 7 years or older are more likely to be an easygoing addition to your family than a young pet. Dave Feenan, chief development and marketing officer at Humane Society Naples, who recently adopted a 12-year-old dog, says, “He’s given my wife and me far more than we could ever give him.” Wonder if a senior pet is right for you? Turn the page to learn more about the benefits. (hsnaples.org)…

One of the first things I tell my health coach clients is that everyone is different; what works for one person doesn’t necessarily work for the next. There seems to be a new diet trend every year, and most of us have tried at least one. Some enforce ridiculous rules, like banning beans (one of the healthiest foods on the planet) or certain vegetables and fruits, such as bananas or eggplant. This can lead us to not only judge specific foods as “good” or “bad,” but also ourselves when we fall short. The more we demonize foods and forbid them, the more it leads to food obsessions and bingeing. The good news is there is a new trend on the rise: intuitive eating, a radically different “un-diet” that encourages you…

What influenced you to become a designer? Since I was a little girl, I was influenced by my mom’s fabrics from her interior design projects, pieces of arts, the beauty of color, Colombian biodiversity, traveling, and discovering the diverse strong women from around the globe. I have always been very visually sensitive, and I knew that through fashion design I was going to be able to express that exuberance that filled my soul, to mix different cultures, and to share their magic and the Latin flair with women around the world. Your designs go beyond fashion. Describe your 360-degree approach when creating a collection. I design with heart, and my clothes are born with purpose… In the creative process, I always start with color. Then comes the mood and inspiration.…

Did you know that Jacksonville, Florida, could easily have become the Hollywood of the world? Once considered an international winter film capital, the city played an important role in the early history of film. As the motion picture industry developed and “going to the pictures” grew in popularity, the big city on the Atlantic coast of Florida was an attractive destination for filming with its warm weather, natural settings, architectural diversity, and a location easily accessible by rail from East Coast cities. A silent film studio was first opened in Jacksonville in 1908; more studios followed, including Metro Pictures, which eventually became MGM, now a Hollywood giant. Florida became the location for many films from the early nineteenth century on, including Midnight Cowboy in 1969, and Jaws 2, the sequel…

When Tom Nütten and J.C. Perez, owner and chef, respectively, of Lamoraga, Naples, were approached about hosting a vegan event, they hesitated. Neither is vegan, and they had little experience. But, after discussing how to create vegan dishes while maintaining the quality and character of Lamoraga, “we accepted the challenge and never looked back,” Nütten says. Perez and Nütten will unveil their newly revamped prix fixe menu for the next Vegan Dinner November 25. It features four plant-packed courses: a pan-fried veggie pancake with scallion and mango salsa; marinated, roasted beets with crispy onion, shaved radish, and horseradish mayo; a main course of king oyster mushroom “scallops” over roasted tomato risotto and coconut pesto (pictured); and house-made Belgian chocolate mousse. A portion of the evening’s proceeds will be donated to…

Among the area’s numerous farm-to-table establishments, The 239 Naples stands out. Opened in May at Mercato, the stylish eatery unites a wide circle of area farms, ranches, dairies, hatcheries, bakeries, fisheries, breweries, and wineries in a network of local sources for top-quality, healthy foods. Suppliers to the restaurant include Dilly’s Fish Co., Naples (which brings in fresh, spear-caught fish from the back of Tim “Dilly” Dillingham’s pickup truck); Farmer Mike’s, Bonita Springs; Inyoni Organic Farm, Bonita Springs; Care2Grow, Naples; and Jimmy P’s Butcher Shop, Naples General Manager Greg Baldia says, “The goal of The 239 is to be upbeat and fun while serving high-level, healthy cuisine without pretension. We don’t just sell food and drink, we sell vibe.” Baldia has plenty of plans for events to attract a community of…

What’s best to pour with turkey and all the trimmings? We turned to an expert, Bruce Nichols, owner of The Wine Store in Naples for advice. “The short answer is almost any wine can work,” he says. “Given the dizzying number of dishes with the cornucopia of flavors on your Thanksgiving table, pairing the perfect wine means just about any wine can work. If there is an exception, I would say big tannic reds like young Cabernets can be a difficult pairing.” A hopeless fan of Burgundy, Nichols says this is the one day of the year he bows to tradition and serves only American wines. His recommendations follow. (thewinestorenaples.com) The Opening Act: To start, serve a sparkling wine as guests arrive and gather. “This year I’ll be popping the…

We’re surrounded by so much natural beauty that we can almost take it for granted. Recently, my husband, Marc, and I were taking a stroll when a ylangylang tree stopped us in our tracks with its mesmerizing scent. That moment alone was a gift. But, because of the tree’s long, cyclical blooming, ylang-ylang has been the lucky aroma for a number of our most cherished moments, whether giving our youngest daughter a roller-skating lesson or joining our son as he walks the dogs. After a recent family trip to Portugal, the tropical perfume of the ylangylang’s sunny blossoms was the scent we came home to. The plant world beckons to our senses, creating connections through its beauty, but also through a long legacy of healing. So many powerful medicines are…

A favorite local mascot of Marco Island is the Key Marco Cat, a 6-inch figure carved in native Florida buttonwood depicting a mysterious half-human, half-panther figure. For the first time since it was discovered more than 125 years ago, the Key Marco Cat is back in town and reunited with other rare pre-Columbian Native American artifacts at the Marco Island Historical Museum. The mysterious creature, thought to be a spiritual icon of the Calusa tribe, will hang around through 2026. The rare artifacts were discovered in 1896 by Smithsonian anthropologist Frank Hamilton Cushing and are on loan from the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology through April 2024. The Key Marco artifacts were remarkably intact—including their original paint colors—presumably because they were buried in oxygen-free muck that preserved…

Talent abounds in this town. Creative spirits from the area once again gather at the annual Artisan Marketplace at the Naples Woman’s Club in downtown Naples November 4 and 5. Nineteen artists will present their works of art for sale, offering jewelry, accessories, apparel, ceramics, paintings, and more. Students from Immokalee will showcase a delicious line of salsas, sauces, and dips made from the region’s famous tomatoes. The show’s theme—“Color My World”—recognizes how color creates beauty in the world of art and fashion. Admission to the show is free. A cocktail party featuring the innovative cuisine of chef Vincenzo Betulia as well as a private tour of the artists’ booths takes place the evening of November 4. Tickets are $65 per person and include a donation to the Naples Woman’s…

Sarah Penner is the New York Times and internationally best-selling author of The Lost Apothecary. Throughout her 13-year career in corporate America, Penner craved a creative outlet. One day she finally heeded the urge to write a book and applied the same discipline to writing that she did to analyzing spreadsheets. This year’s Friends of the Library of Collier County welcomes Penner, who resides in St. Petersburg, to an in-person author spotlight event at Sugden Community Theatre on November 3. Turn the page for a conversation with Penner, and learn how she successfully swapped numbers for letters. (collier-friends.org; sarahpenner.com) NI: What is your formal education? Penner: I have no formal writing education. No MFA. No English degree. I went to the University of Kansas and graduated with a degree in…

A multigenerational day of enjoyment and a cherished tradition, the Naples Fitness Challenge featured more than 500 athletes competing in triathlon, duathlon, and relay-based events. The event supports a healthy lifestyle and provides a day of fun and fitness to families and individuals of all ages. This year’s event was held on the grounds of the future Naples Beach Club in Naples, the location of the former Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club, and was organized by Y Not Tri, a Southwest Florida organization promoting triathlon events and clinics.…

1 ALTERNATE BETWEEN SAFARI ON LAND AND OVER WATER AT RUCKOMECHI CAMP Fronted by the Zambezi River, Zimbabwe’s Mana Pools National Park comprises 2,612 square miles of unspoiled mahogany- and baobab-studded forests, river islands, channels, and lakes. This exquisite patchwork of woodlands and waterways fosters a riveting safari experience that’s equal parts land and water. To fully appreciate the duality, stay at Wilderness Safaris’ Ruckomechi Camp, where mornings spent spotting lions and buffalo by Land Rover rival afternoons watching hippos and birds by motorized boat. Float past sunbathing crocodiles, preening bee-eaters, and boisterous elephants, admiring the undulating mountains of the Rift Valley in the horizon. Ruckomechi’s enviable riverfront location and prolific ana (acacia) trees also make it a preferred spot for elephants and hippos to feed, sleep, and cavort—meaning the…

Ah, bella Sorrento. Home of limoncello, gateway to Italy’s spectacular Amalfi Coast, and embarkation point for a quick ferry ride to the romantic island of Capri. If you have been and are nautically inclined, chances are you’ve stood at the city’s walls and gazed down longingly at the fleet of brightly colored Sorrentino gozzo fishing boats bobbing gently in the harbor. Their design dates back to the nineteenth century, when they used oars and sails for power. Now their broad beams, stout wooden construction, trademark rounded transoms, and putt-putt engines have become synonymous with aquatic life along the Mediterranean. In Sorrento, most of the gozzos tied to the docks will likely have been built by the Aprea family at their Fratelli Aprea shipyard in Marina Grande. Founded in 1890 by…

Newly launched Campagna Catering by Chef Vincenzo offers the opportunity to have Vincenzo Betulia and his team personally cook for clients in their homes or other venues. “We have been fortunate to receive unprecedented demand for catering from our restaurants,” Betulia says, “and the new venture is a natural evolution of the Campagna Hospitality Group.” Shane Rossbach, former executive sous chef of The French, has been appointed executive chef of Campagna Catering, while Betulia will personally oversee catered events. The menu will feature customer favorites from Betulia’s impressive portfolio of popular Naples eateries—Osteria Tulia, The French, Bar Tulia on Fifth Avenue South, and Bar Tulia Mercato—as well as new, specially created dishes for small and larger groups. One key advantage is the ability to have custom menus created by an…

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. As our community continues to recover from Hurricane Ian, please contact restaurants directly before visiting for the most up-to-date information AMERICAN THE BEVY Everything old is new again at The Bevy (short for beverage). Be sure to try the Blackberry Tom Cat from the signature cocktail menu. 360 12th Ave. S., Naples (naplesbevy.com) BILL’S CAFÉ Chef Bill Salley presides over an open kitchen that slings comfort food and connects to a welcoming dining area underscored by classic rock tunes. 947 Third Ave. N., Naples (billscafenaples.com) BISTRO 821 A long-time favorite, thanks to executive chef Jess…

The first documented consumption of mulled wine dates as far back as ancient Egypt, when spiced wine was used for medicinal purposes and considered to be an elixir of the afterlife. Typically made with red wine, this robust drink is now a favorite during the holiday season and into the colder months. Considering our mild temperatures, I’ve brightened up this classic concoction by switching out the red wine for a lighter white wine. Notes of citrus, ginger, and vanilla also serve to warm and uplift. Finally, the crimson pomegranate seeds add a burst of familiar holiday flavor to this delightful sipper. MULLED MYSTIC Ingredients (makes about 1 quart) 3 whole cloves Zest from 1 small lemon 1 2-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled ½ vanilla bean, halved lengthwise and seeds…

Strokes are most common among older adults, but younger people aren’t immune. Because strokes are less frequent among those under 50, though, younger people may not realize they’re having one, putting them at risk for additional health issues. “Younger people are less likely to recognize the symptoms because typically their friends haven’t had strokes,” explains Dr. Lisa Aenlle, a board-certified neurologist at Neuroscience and Spine Associates in Naples. Since younger people tend to have fewer medical issues, she notes, they may delay evaluation of their symptoms. These signs are the same in young and old adults: weakness or numbness on one side of the body, a change or loss of vision, and difficulty speaking or understanding others. It’s important to be aware of the symptoms, and if you think you…

Honey’s nutritional benefits are well-known, but the bees’ sweet elixir is also a balm for the skin. Its antimicrobial properties can heal and protect, and its naturally moisturizing effect does wonders for skin’s suppleness. Add honey’s goodness to your beauty routine with these honey-enriched products: Naturopathica Manuka Honey Cleansing Balm ($64, naturopathica.com); Payot Crème Main Velours with multi-flower honey extract ($17, us.payot.com); Kiehl’s Creme de Corps Soy Milk & Honey Whipped Body Butter ($40, kiehls.com); Trudon CIRE Beeswax Absolute Candle ($140 as shown, trudon.com); Lano Milk & Honey Hand Creme Intense ($15, Ulta, Naples); Valoie Rense Gel Balm Cleanser with apple, honey, marigold, and lavender, utilizing the brand’s Healing-Honey Technology ($42, valoie.com); and Parfums de Marly Oajan with top notes of honey and cinnamon ($350, parfums-de-marly.com).…

GOINGS ON & PERFORMANCES 1 Jewish Book Festival, hear from Jewish writers through in-person and virtual events, Jewish Federation of Greater Naples, also Nov. 17 and 30, $18. (jewishbookfestival.org) 3 Friends of the Library Author Spotlight, Sarah Penner, author of The Lost Apothecary, Sugden Community Theatre, Naples, $48-$58. (collier-friends.org) Planting Seeds of Humanity, featuring the Ben Allen Band, benefiting Charity for Change, Hilton Naples, $250. (charityforchange.org) 4 Artisan Marketplace, 19 artists present unique works for sale benefiting the Naples Woman’s Club College Scholarship for the Arts, Naples Woman’s Club, also Nov. 5, free. (napleswomansclub.org) Artisan Marketplace Cocktail Party, private tour of artists’ booths with food by chef Vincenzo Betulia, Naples Woman’s Club, $65. (napleswomansclub.org) 5 Día de los Muertos Celebration, joyous Day of the Dead event sharing memories of loved…