Author Archives: Fred Bollaci

About Fred Bollaci

I'm CEO and President of Fred Bollaci Enterprises. I lost more than 100 pounds while living "La Dolce Vita" and I'm now known as "The Healthy Gourmet." Sample the good life with me through fitness, fine food, and good wine. Meet chefs who cater to a healthy gourmet lifestyle through my Golden Palate blog.

Pietro’s Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar, Sarasota, FL: The Golden Palate: in Venu Magazine, Spring 2026

Posted on March 24, 2026 by Fred Bollaci
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The Golden Palate: La Violetta, Rustic Italian Restaurant in Sarasota, FL

Posted on March 24, 2026 by Fred Bollaci

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Napa-Sonoma Wine Country 4.0 in VENU Magazine

Posted on March 24, 2026 by Fred Bollaci

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Fred Bollaci’s Showcase of Napa and Sonoma Wineries in Holiday 2022-23 Venü Magazine

Posted on November 13, 2022 by Fred Bollaci

Enjoy the latest feature by Venü Food Editor Fred Bollaci on the amazing wineries in Napa and Sonoma visited this past summer. 

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Tralia SRQ: Awesome Sourdough Starter Based Detroit and Individual Thin Crust Pizzas, Pasta, and More! Pop-Ups Sunday and Monday at 99 Bottles Downtown Sarasota, FL and in Gulf Gate Thurs, Fri, and Sat.

Posted on August 31, 2022 by Fred Bollaci

      If you’re looking to satisfy that pizza craving or want something you can totally sink your teeth into that’s perfect for movie night, or watching the game with family or friends? Tralia SRQ, owned by Anthony Petralia … Continue reading →

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