Luxe Beat Magazine April 2014 | Page 28

FEATURE result: a jaw-dropping debut Soft, muted colors, oversized ever dream of – times ten. that’s fresh and modern, illuminated lanterns, and cozy, Handmade pastas. Homemade while still staying true to its intimate seating pair nicely with breads. Vegetarian dips and classic and legendary roots. a menu brimming with sushi spreads. Hungry yet? Chef Discerning patrons will favorites such as fresh sashimi, Anabella Morillo hopes so. delight in The Grill’s new nigiri and maki rolls. An outdoor She’s created this eatery as design, featuring a soft gray patio provides the ideal location the resort’s all-day, family- palette, inspired by the Gulf of to enjoy signature cocktails that friendly dining concept. The Mexico after a beautiful summer blend Asian ingredients with sleek, modern space boasts rain. This community favorite Western influences like the floor-to-ceiling glass doors now has a contemporary “Green Fan” made with spiced and handsome, decorative, feel, yet retains the intimate, rum, sake, cucumber, water, fixtures that reveal warmth romantic charm its famous for. apple and lime juice, maple while providing the ultimate Aged prime meats, chops and syrup and shiso and “Sawtelle,” welcome. An open-air terrace fresh seafood paired with rare a combination of bourbon, beckons guests to dine amid vintages, classically crafted Japanese plum wine and a the warm gulf breezes and lush cocktails and an impressive hint of honey and Campari. greenery. Signature offerings collection of international Terrazza features daring From mansions to Maserati’s, Naples’ Gulfshore Boulevard provides the perfect backdrop to see it all on Big Momma’s Bicycle Tour. like Fettuccine Caprese, all the ingredients in making award-winning wines make dishes, created with the Pappardelle Lamb Ragout and something successful must The Grill the decided choice freshest ingredients sourced Gnocchi with Crab Meat bring be measured, then added or for that special occasion. from local farmers and a taste of coastal Italy to this eliminated if the end result isn’t purveyors. There’s a Mozzarella Southwest Florida favorite. balanced. Naples, Florida gets Two new dining concepts Learning what works takes that. They don’t settle for good, are now gaining momentum bar, touting artisan burrata, for their bold, innovative no- fresh smoked mozzarella, and time, sometimes it requires when great is within reach. And holds barred themes. Stylish, traditional buffalo mozzarella. adjusting, and many times, it this city won’t think twice about sultry, and “adults only” defines And a never-ending breakfast actually requires starting over taking it all apart to build it all Dusk – located on the lobby buffet that includes all the from scratch to get it just right. back up so the foundation is set level of the Ritz-Carlton, Naples. bells and whistles you’d Like a carefully crafted cocktail, on a cornerstone called quality. Me? Swim? Right now? Who could pass up this posh pool? Not many can at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club. IF YOU GO: Bellini Italian Ristorante www.BelliniOnFifth.com Big Momma’s Bicycle Tours www.bigmommasbicycles. com Inn on Fifth www.innonfifth.com Mereday’s Fine Dining www.meredaysnaples.com Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club www.NaplesBeachHotel. com Osteria Tulia www.TuliaNaples.com The Ritz-Carlton, Naples www.ritzcarlton.com/en/ Properties/Naples/ Default.htm