Old Vines Brings Two Distinct Dining Experiences to Naples Chef Brooke Kravitz didn’t set out to open just one restaurant in Naples—she took the plunge and opened two. At the intimate Old Vines Supper Club, Kravitz works alongside Chef de Cuisine Sophia Kiasi to craft seven-course tasting menus, interactive dinners, and wine-forward pairings. Tagged as: , Dining
Oils & Etchings of People and Places by Sir Roland Richardson Oils & Etchings of People and Places by Sir Roland Richardson in Marco Island Center for the Arts, La Petite Galerie. Tagged as: , Press Release
Bugles & Caviar: The Story of Bicyclette with Chef Kayla Pfeiffer Tucked just off the beach in Naples, Bicyclette Cookshop doesn’t follow a script. And that’s precisely the point. Executive Chef Kayla Pfeiffer describes the restaurant as “internationally-inspired smaller plates,” a place where “everything is with a purpose.” Tagged as: , Dining
A Culinary Journey Anchored in Naples: Chef Raj on Sails Restaurant At Sails Restaurant in Naples, Head Chef Rajkumar “Raj” Holuss leads with a philosophy rooted in precision, respect for ingredients, and a career shaped by decades of travel. “I come from Mauritius and have traveled the world for nearly 23 years,” he says. Tagged as: , Dining
A Family Legacy: Inside Bleu Provence with Chef Gaspard Toulouppe Blue Provence provides a taste of Southern France in the heart of Naples, Florida. And Chef Gaspard Toulouppe, Executive Chef, is helping write its next chapter. Originally from Marseille, Chef Gaspard was raised in the kitchen of his family’s restaurant. He sat down with us to share about his lifelong passion for food—and his hope to always make his workplace feel like one big family reunion. Tagged as: , Dining
Behind the Scenes at BALEEN Naples with Chef Sascia Marchesi Set on the sand at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort, BALEEN Naples is a destination for seafood lovers—and a passion project for Executive Sous Chef Sascia Marchesi. Originally from Milan, Marchesi brings global training and family tradition to every plate. But as he puts it, “I serve what I like to eat. That’s the best recipe a chef can have.” Tagged as: , Dining
Constantly Elevating: Chef Vincenzo Betulia on the Naples Food Scene In 2013, Vincenzo Betulia opened Osteria Tulia with a clear mission: “We opened with the intention of elevating the culinary scene in Naples.” Twelve years—and six concepts—later, he’s still pushing forward, leading by example and helping shape the city’s next chapter through food, mentorship, and consistency. Tagged as: , Dining
Land and Sea Dining at Ario with Chef Kyle Seethal Born and raised in Johannesburg, South Africa, Chef Kyle Seethal spent the first 20 years of his life surrounded by the warmth of family meals before stepping into the culinary world. “I was born and raised in South Africa for the first 20 years of my life. Tagged as: , Dining
Elevating a Marco Island Classic: Chef Sherene Hutchinson on Quinn’s At Quinn’s at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort, Chef de Cuisine Sherene Hutchinson is honoring a long-standing favorite while ushering in its next phase. “Quinn’s has been around for decades,” she explains. Tagged as: , Dining
Your Guide to the Blessing of the Stone Crab Fleet in Everglades City Every September, Everglades City plays host to a cherished local tradition: the Blessing of the Stone Crab Fleet. This event marks the start of stone crab season, a vital time for both the fishing community and visitors eager to experience one of Florida’s most celebrated delicacies. Tagged as: , Dining