Food + Beverage

Second Helpings

Local Restaurants Serving Food and the Community Article by Mr. Bites | Photography by Respective Restaurants There are few things I think are a greater gift than the joy of a good meal with friends.  The plates are full with deliciousness, wine starts flowing and the tempo of the conversation picks up.  Food is often also a love that can be shared amongst strangers or friends - I’m even convinced if you put the world’s most adversarial countries together with a great plate of pasta and a...

Local Services

Paradise With a Purpose

Naples and Marco Island Neighbors Opening Their Homes, Hearts, and Businesses to Help Heal America’s Special Operations Forces Families Article by PCCL and OHS Staffs | Photography by Operation Healing Forces Operation Healing Forces (OHF) has been serving America’s Special Operations Forces (SOF) warriors, veterans, families, caregivers, and survivors since 2011, with a mission that goes far beyond traditional support. A national nonprofit founded by Gary and Denise Markel of Naples, OHF is...

Local Services

Giving Back, Moving Forward

Worthwhile Charities Supporting Our Residents and Their Origins Article by PCCL Staff | Photography by Respective Charities Naples Take a Soldier Fishing Each September, for the past 10 years, a local group of fishing captains and anglers host over 150 active duty combat soldiers and wounded combat veterans to fish both the waters of beautiful Naples. Grace Place for Children and Families Serving more than 1,300 children and adults each year through free literacy programs for...

Local Services

Our Daily Bread

Nourishing Communities in Marco Island & Naples Article by PCCL Staff | Photography by Our Daily Bread Over the past decade,  Our Daily Bread Food Pantry  has been a lifeline for families and individuals in Marco Island and Naples, Florida. What began as a modest local mission (founded by Jo Anne Lundquist, Shawnee Huff, Liz Pecora, Vicki Johnson, and Jennifer Ludwigsen), has grown into an independent 501c3 non-profit organization and trusted community resource, dedicated to addressing food...

Sports + Recreation

FC Naples Giving Thanks

For Their First Season in Our Paradise Coast Article by PCCL Staff (and C2 Communications) | Photography by FC Naples A year ago, we launched our publication featuring our local pro sports teams.  We celebrate that inaugural issue today in acknowledging how far the newest of those organizations, FC Naples, has come along in their first season since building their new team in our Paradise Coast and greatly adding to the positive elements of our community.  We sat down with their CEO, Head...

Food + Beverage

New Age Wine Pairings

For Some of Your Favorite Paradise Coast Dishes Article by PCCL Staff & Restaurant Contributors | Photography by Respective Restaurants (and their agencies) Bleu Provence ( Clement Cariot, Co-Owner & Advanced Sommelier) 1. Loup de Mer : Mediterranean Sea Bass grilled skin-on à la Plancha, Lemon Caper Sauce and Parmesan Gratinated Fennel. Recommended 'New Age' Wine Pairing : François Rousset-Martin Gravières Côtes du Jura Chardonnay 2018 pairs exquisitely with grilled Loup de Mer, creating...

Food + Beverage

A Private Members / Supper Club Round-up

With Food & Wine Emphasis in Our Paradise Coast Article by PCCL Staff (contributing: Zach Bingham) | Photography by PinkShark Media, Christina Bankson, MIYC The Maddox The Maddox is redefining the social and dining scene in Southwest Florida with a concept that  blends public and private spaces in a sleek, California-inspired setting. Its award-winning architecture creates a zen-like ambiance, while its culinary program is led by one of Florida’s most exciting young chefs. Members and guests...

Food + Beverage

Some of Our Favorite Cocktails

In Naples & Marco Article by PCCL Staff | Photography by Respective Restaurants Iceberg Theory @Seventh South Waterfront A twist on a Hemingway Daquiri; thus the name comes from one of his most famous writing styles.  *Trombo Blanco Tequila, lemongrass basil syrup, fresh pressed grapefruit and lime, house blend of bitters. Best on the Island Margarita @La Mesa Taqueria  A top shelf creation with fresh flavors perfect for weekend sipping alongside authentic Mexican fare. *Don Julio Silver...

Food + Beverage

Stylish Dining

Setting the Scene Article by Mr. Bites When I thought about writing this month's piece regarding Style, I immediately exhaled and thought “what does a man whose sole stylistic choice involves wearing a Lucha Libre mask know about style?” (Yes, we'll talk about that more in a following issue to come!) Other than that, and a strong dislike for when men wear golf shirts and flip flips to nice restaurants, I’m not sure I have much to add to the conversation, but, never one to avoid a challenge...

Style + Beauty

Meet Julia Grace

Making Waves in a Sea of Style Article by PCCL Staff | Photography by https://www.instagram.com/julia_grace_couture In the vibrant world of swimwear fashion, few individuals stand out in our Paradise Coast as prominently as  Julia Grace . Julia is a dynamic force in both fashion and community service. Hailing originally from Kyiv, Ukraine and having relocated to the US in 2015, Julia is now rooted in Naples and combines coastal charm with fashion-forward energy. Since then, she has made...