A CHAT WITH THE MAYOR Kimberly and Vincent Talk New Construction With Naples Mayor Bill Barnett
In early September, Kimberly and Vincent were honored to sit down with Naples Mayor Bill Barnett, who has served the city in various capacities since 1984. Mayor Barnett had plenty of insight to share on how Naples has grown and evolved in recent months, and how new construction and demolition projects will continue to shape the landscape going forward. During their discussion, Vincent asked him about two undertakings in particular: the building of the new Old Naples Hotel in the Third Street District following the demolition of the current building, and the demolition of the Bay Club of Naples, which stalled under the eye of developer Harry Zea. Regarding the new Old Naples Hotel project, Mayor Barnett said, “I called the attorney who was representing
them, and he said they’re on schedule. Between now and November [the existing building] will come down.” When asked if there had been any resolution on the Bay Club project, Mayor Barnett said, “Absolutely! It was basically foreclosed, taken over by a company that is pretty easy to work with,” he said. “Our goal is to knock it down. With the threat of the hurricane that just happened, we jumped a few steps. We want that building down. I’ve wanted it down since last April, and I think you’re going to see it disappear.” Personally, Mayor Barnett said he’s looking forward to two other projects in the works, which our team is also anticipating.
for that grand opening because it’s going to be spectacular,” he told Kimberly and Vincent. “And the other one is the Eighth Street corridor. They’re coming along, and hopefully in another month, you're going to see an amazing difference with what we’re doing with the roundabouts and making the city more pedestrian- friendly, bike-friendly, and car-friendly.” No doubt big things are afoot in Naples, and here at Kimberly-Vincent, we have our finger on the pulse of the city. If you’re looking to move to Naples and have questions about how development has impacted the housing market,
we can help! Give us a call today at 239-444-8298.
“One is that Baker Park will open on Oct. 29, and I hope you’re both there
TAKE A Break
Miso Caramel Apples
INGREDIENTS
• 4 Granny Smith apples • 1/2 cup raw pistachios • 1 1/2 tsp plus 1 cup sugar • 3 tbsp sesame seeds • 2 tbsp white miso, divided
• 4 Popsicle sticks • 2 tbsp light corn syrup • 1/4 cup heavy cream • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
DIRECTIONS
1. Heat oven to 275 F. 2. In a food processor, pulse pistachios and 1 1/2 tsp sugar. Add sesame seeds and 1 tbsp miso, pulsing until miso is fully broken up. Spread evenly on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake for 15–20 minutes and let cool. 3. Meanwhile, insert a Popsicle stick into the center of each apple. 4. In a saucepan, bring corn syrup, 1 cup sugar, and 2 tbsp water to a boil. Boil for 5–7 minutes, swirling infrequently, until caramel is a light amber color. 5. Add cream and salt to caramel, whisking to combine. Transfer to a large mixing bowl and quickly whisk in remaining miso. 6. To assemble, first roll apple in caramel, then in pistachio mixture, before resting on greased baking sheet. 7. Let cool 30 minutes and serve.
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