Mark H. Bickel | Naples Daily News
What’s a “best beach towns” list without Naples being mentioned?
Not credible. At least that is our opinion.
So, kudos to Southern Living for getting the job done with its “The 50 best beach towns in the South 2025” list. The experts at Southern Living narrowed things down and beautiful Naples is No. 22 in the rankings.
America’s best beach towns: What they said about Naples
Dining and high-end shopping, a vibrant arts scene, spectacular shores—it’s easy to see why this area is dubbed the Paradise Coast. In a single day in Naples, you can catch a showy sunrise; play a round at an award-winning golf course; go boutique hopping on either Third Street South or Fifth Avenue South; and then walk over to Sea Salt, Del Mar, or Mediterrano for a delicious and memorable alfresco meal.
Read what else Southern Living said about Naples on naplesnews.com.
If you like what you see when visiting Naples, Florida, contact David to find a home in the area at David@DavidFlorida.com or 239-285-1086.
A popular eclectic new American restaurant in Naples has been named one of the best in the country. Here’s what you need to know before you go.
Diana Biederman | Naples Daily News
Bicyclette Cookshop in Naples made USA TODAY’s list of best restaurants in the country.
The USA TODAY Restaurants of the Year 2025 list, released today, features 44 restaurants, including everything from fine-dining restaurants to tiki bars and burger shacks.
The restaurants were selected by USA Today Network food journalists across the country, based on the establishments they know, love and recommend.
What happens when a wunderkind chef teams with a retired McDonald’s president on a new restaurant?
The ultra-fun Bicyclette Cookshop, where deliciously playful food in an industrial strip-mall setting boasts clever surprises without feeling twee or pretentious.
Like Rene Magritte, the surrealist painter who presented familiar objects and subjects in unfamiliar ways, executive chef-partner Kayla Pfeiffer ― a Food Network “Chopped” champ uses food as her medium ― next-leveling classic comfort fare where every intentional ingredient is well thought out.
Read the full article on naplesnews.com.
For more information about buying a home in the Naples, Florida area contact David at David at David@DavidFlorida.com or 239-285-1086.
Ellessandra Taormino | Special to the Daily News
For a lot of people, coffee is a staple in everyday life. As a college student in New York City, I know it is certainly a staple in mine. For this reason, every time I come home to Naples from school, I am immediately on the lookout for new coffee shops.
Given my short but fruitful career as a coffee-lover, I have compiled a list of the places around town which ensure that, regardless of where you are in Naples, you too can enjoy a great cup of coffee.
- Narrative Coffee Roasters
- Kunjani Craft Coffee & Gallery
- Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii
- Bean to Cup Coffee Lounge
- Bontà Bakery
Read the full article on naplesnews.com.
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Phil Fernandez | Naples Daily News
Catching up on my accumulating Village of Estero correspondence: Estero is exploding with endeavors so today let’s hit a sampling of what you’re asking about. Roll out Numero Uno please:
“Thank you for your insightful and helpful articles,” said reader Brenan Riehl. “Do you know what the development timing is for the planned Woodfield Development commercial and residential project on Coconut Road across 41 from Coconut Point in Estero? When will construction commence?”
What’s the first phase of the massive project across from Coconut Point?
When we first broke the details of this U.S. 41 massive undertaking a couple of years ago, the goal had been for about now, and it appears to be pretty close to target, depending on the necessary red tape to protect the interests of all involved: The Village. The Village people. And the Village developer.
Read more about Woodfield Development and other Estero endeavors on naplesnews.com.
For more information about buying a home in the Estero, Florida area contact David at David at David@DavidFlorida.com or 239-285-1086.
Laura Layden | Naples Daily News
A long-anticipated mixed-use project is forging ahead in downtown Naples.
However, M Development, its high-profile out-of-state developer, is no longer involved.
JSB Capital Group, which has provided the private equity for the multimillion-dollar project from the outset, has bought out M Development’s interest in it.
Andy Penev announced he will continue leading the development, named The Avenue. Instead of working for M Development, he’ll steer the project independently. All of the consultants remain the same, including the local architects MHK.
The news, shared via a press release, comes after M Development reached a settlement with the city in June that allowed the redevelopment project to move ahead, with tweaks that addressed concerns about parking, traffic – and intensity.
Read the full post for the details and projections on naplesnews.com.
For more information about buying a home in the Naples, Florida area contact David at David at David@DavidFlorida.com or 239-285-1086.
Diana Biederman | Naples Daily News
As this JLB bids adieu to Naples next week for Florida’s other coast, perhaps it’s the ideal time to list where I’m eating my last meals in town.
Factors for making the cut?
Places uniquely evoking the restaurant landscape in Naples. Some are historic, and a few iconic or on their way to that status.
As in every JLB review I’ve written since February 2022, I seek good value, food without fuss or pretension. On-point service without being overbearing is a must from the host stand to the exit.
Sending regrets
I am kicking myself for not making time to eat at The Turtle Club since its May reopening, given my most recent meal there was in 2019. It’s among the prettiest waterfront haunts around, exemplifying icon status.
Want to make an impression on anyone visiting Southwest Florida? Those breathtaking Gulf Coast views make folks understand why you still live here despite hurricane season.
The same holds true with Chokoloskee’s blissful Havanna Café. As much as I want to go back, the drive is a schlep from Naples and there’s not enough time between deadlines and packing.
In the terrific space formerly home to 360 Market & Café, I can only hope Seventh South’s terrific team opens their new waterfront location by my first return visit.
Where else to take your friends to dine in Naples? Read the full article on naplesnews.com.
