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2026 NWWF top auction lot highlight: Million Dolla

2026 NWWF top auction lot highlight: Million Dollar Meal … ALL for the Kids!
40 couples each contributed $25,000 to indulge in an exclusive rooftop dinner at Prime Social Reserve overlooking iconic Fifth Avenue South in Naples, Florida. The evening will begin with a cocktail reception followed by a multi-course dinner prepared by 2026 NWWF Chef de Cuisine Dustin Valette in collaboration with Prime Social Reserve’s Executive Chef Alejandra Bringas and served with fine wines. Dustin is the Chef-Owner of Valette and The Matheson in California and Owner of Valette Wines. Evening musical entertainment will be provided by award-winning singer-songwriter and Southwest Florida native Kelly Neff.

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Wishing everyone a sweet Sunday 🤍 We love the beautifully crafted desserts inspired by each year’s Naples Winter Wine Festival theme—thoughtfully created by the talented chefs at The Ritz-Carlton. Every detail makes the celebration even more memorable.

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Today we are featuring one of this year’s NWWF Vintner Dinners! 🖼️ Framed and Fabulous 🖼️ Hosted by: Jacki & Max Guinn, Christine Homan and Sherie Marek at Quidley & Company Fine Art. Vintners: Grace Evenstad of Domaine Serene Vineyards & Winery in Willamette Valley, Oregon and Château de la Crée in Burgundy, France along with Shari & Garen Staglin of Staglin Family Vineyard in Rutherford, California. Chef: Elliot Bell of Charlie’s in St. Helena, California. Featured Sommelier: Jonathan Eichholz of Aftergold in New York, New York along with local sommeliers Anthony Lappo, Anthony Rostock and Lisa Lockhart.
Special thanks:
• Invites and Menus | @lusterdesigns
• Satellite Kitchen Rentals | @taylorrentalnaples
• Body Paint Art | @scarlett_entertainment
• Cocktail Quartet | @baykingsband
• Dinner Music @innocentistrings
• Photography | @elise.pfisterr @twofoldmedia.co
• Lighting | @psidgroup
• Drape | @swagdecor
• Floral Design and Installation | @50fiftyevents
• Event Design | Matthew Huddleston
• Frames and Entrance | @pkleandpine
• Chairs and Furniture | @nuagedesignsinc
• Staffing | @carolinacateringco
• Event Planning and Production | @ljresch

2026 NWWF top auction lot highlight: Vanquish Velo

Today we are featuring one of this year’s NWWF V

Today we are featuring one of this year’s NWWF Vintner Dinners! 📸 Picture the Future 📸 Hosted by: Nena & Bill Beynon and Marilyn Scripps at the Naples Jet Center. Vintner: Jesse Katz of Aperture Cellars in Healdsburg, California. Chef de Cuisine: Dustin Valette of Valette and The Matheson in Healdsburg, California. Featured Sommelier: Jon McCarthy and Local Sommliers: Stephan Sink and Lise Kupke.
The evening began surrounded by portraits imagining who the next generation may one day become—a powerful reminder of why we gather each year.
Special thanks:
• Photography | @erikkellar
• Planning | @margaretevents
• Venue | @naplesjetcenter
• Florals + Design | @50fiftyevents
• Draping | @swagdecor
• Lighting + Sound | Tech-Tronics
• Chef | @dustinvalette
• Vintner | @jkatzwine @aperturecellars
• Entertainment | @lovingmaryband
• Special Guest Musician | @aprilcushman
• Paper Suite | @lusterdesigns

2026 NWWF top auction lot highlight: The Beauty an

2026 NWWF top auction lot highlight: The Beauty and Majesty of Lake Como with Black Book Villas.
Four couples will experience seven nights of lakeside luxury and Italian splendor in Lake Como with a stay in Villa Polli. The villa features seven ensuite bedrooms, a heated pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, hammam, fitness room, cinema and game rooms, lush gardens and full daily service from a private chef and butler. The couples will enjoy additional surprises and bespoke experiences throughout their stay, including a private three-hour Giuditta boat tour, then a multi-course dinner at Hotel Passalacqua—named “Best Hotel in the World.”

The 2026 Naples Winter Wine Festival’s thrilling

The 2026 Naples Winter Wine Festival’s thrilling live auction generated over $30 million to benefit the most vulnerable children in Collier County, bringing the total amount raised by the celebration to more than $366 million since its inception in 2001! The Festival’s founding organization, the Naples Children Foundation, invests all proceeds in local nonprofits that have provided 385,000 children with critical services and resources they need to thrive.

We can’t believe it’s already been three weeks

We can’t believe it’s already been three weeks since this year’s Naples Winter Wine Festival. An unforgettable evening of extraordinary wines, inspiring generosity and even better company — all in support of an incredible cause. We can’t wait to see you next year! 💜

Today we are featuring one of this year’s NWWF V

Today we are featuring one of this year’s NWWF Vintner Dinners! 📸 Capturing Memories 📸 Hosted by: Betsy Ryan & Patrick Zenner and Katie & John Van Hulle. Vintner: Candice Bernard Cathiard of Château Smith Haut Lafitte @smithhautlafitte in Pessac-Léognan, France and Cathiard Vineyard @cathiardvineyard in St. Helena, California. Chef: Philip Tessier @philiptessier of PRESS Restaurant in Napa, California. Featured Sommlier: Logan Griffin @logan_griffin921 of Blackberry Mountain in Walland, Tennessee. Party Planning by: BonSoiree Couture Event Design & Management @bonnexsoiree
Special thanks:
Sharon Mammano Photography @sharon_mammano_photography
Photomagic Events @photo.magic.events
HOT SRQ Band @hotclubsrq
Taylor Rental Party Plus @taylorrentalpartyplus
Botanicals on the Gulf @botanicalsonthegulf
CDL Linens @cdlinen
BonSoiree Couture Event Design & Management
BonSoiree Invitations
Silk Card Printing @silkcards_

A special thank you to our amazing auctioneers, Hu

A special thank you to our amazing auctioneers, Humphrey Butler and Lydia Fenet, for your continued support and for bringing such incredible energy to the live auction under the tent every year!

Thank you Masquerade and Balloons Galore and Beach

Thank you Masquerade and Balloons Galore and Beach Street Marquee for the beautiful and colorful balloon décor and marquee letters at this year’s 2026 Meet the Kids Day! The event highlighted NCF’s beneficiaries and strategic initiative partners, showcasing their impact on Collier County.
Tag: @masqueradeswfl @beachstreetmarquee

Wishing everyone a wonderful valentine’s day! Se

Wishing everyone a wonderful valentine’s day! Sending love and gratitude to our incredible community.