Personalities
This Naples Builder Draws From a Century of Local Heritage
A descendant of an Everglades City pioneer, Michael Murphy expands on his family's legacy with his boutique construction company, Hammer and Hand.
Curator's Corner
Contemporary Glass Art Shines at This Naples Gallery
Shaw Gallery owner, Jay Shaw, focuses on artists who promote awe and innovation.
Insider
This Naples Bartender Turns Caffeine and Cocktails Into Art
After working at The Dock at Crayton Cove and other restaurants, Naples-born Michael Slabach took his love for the craft into the...
Masterclass
This SWFL Brewery is a Beer Lover’s Paradise
Ceremony Brewing, in Bonita Springs, offers food-driven sours and a cultish bottle shop.
Insider
5 Best New SWFL Restaurants for Friends and Date Night
At these community-oriented hotspots, restaurateurs deliver shareable plates, stellar wines and plenty of ambiance to linger over.
Personalities
The Immokalee Nonprofit Mitigating Food Insecurity
Every week, hunger relief nonprofit Cultivate Abundance distributes homegrown, culturally appropriate foods to Immokalee.
Table Service
Here’s Where to Find the Best Croissants in Southwest Florida—Hands Down
Discerning Naples chef Don Splain explains why Wolfmoon Bakery in Bonita Springs is the place to go for the buttery, flaky creations.
Wine Watch
Are These the Most Expensive Bottles of Wine in Naples?
Holiday indulgences take full form with two five-figure masterpieces of Ornellaia in Sea Salt’s wine trove.
Artist Profile
These Made-in-SWFL Ceramics Define Pure Elegance
Estero-based ceramicist Jordan Blankenship melds functionality and design for thoughtful, everyday essentials.
Season Preview 2023
New Ways to Get Outside this Season
From Naples to Sanibel, these are the best new opportunities to get outside.
Season Preview / In Good Taste
Best New Bars and Cafes in Southwest Florida
A slate of new drink spots—from European-style wine bars to craft coffee shops open in SWFL.
Wine Watch
Gloria Jordan Cabral’s Cool New Fort Myers Wine Bar
Find meticulous thought behind every under-the-radar bottle the beloved chef and wine lover unearths at her new namesake wine bar.
Artist Profile
Meet This 3D Innovative Artist at Naples Art Institute
Italian transplant Tomaso Albertini—Naples Art's first artist-in-residence—blends cardboard and paint for his sculptural pieces.
Table Service
Italian Chefs Innovate with Classic Flavors Across SWFL
The fresh wave of Italian culinary innovators would sooner tout pickled peppers, squash blossoms or speck than garlic bread and red-sauce specials.
Personalities
Naples’ Leading Lady of Philanthropy
Dena Rae Hancock dedicates her personal and professional life to serving others.
Wine Watch
The Continental’s Sommelier Shares Why White Wines Reign Supreme
Michael Baker sees the Loire Valley's white wines as France's—and the wine world's—shining stars.
Personalities
Behind-the-Scenes with Artis—Naples’ Film and Literature Guru
Elaine Newton regularly sells out the room for her book and film series at Artis—Naples.