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.

Frosé Cocktail Recipe from The French Brasserie Rustique in Naples, Florida

Posted on March 15, 2021 by Fred Bollaci

  Frosé Cocktail: Perfect for Spring and Summer! Recipe by Vincenzo Betulia, The French, Naples, FL Makes 8 to 10 glasses  The French’s Frosé: 2 bottles Notorious Pink Grenache Rosé 2 1/2 ounces Epic Vodka 12 ounces Rose Syrup (see … Continue reading →

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Roasted Chicken with Potatoes, English Peas, and Bacon Lardon by Chef Vincenzo Betulia, The French, Naples, Florida

Posted on March 15, 2021 by Fred Bollaci

  Chef Vincenzo Betulia’s Roasted chicken with potatoes, English peas and Bacon Lardon from his restaurant The French Brasserie Rustique. Recipe by Vincenzo Betulia. Chef Vincenzo and his restaurants were among the top 100 nationwide featured in my first book, … Continue reading →

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Gulf Snapper “In Cartoccio” by Chef Vincenzo Betulia, Osteria Tulia, Bar Tulia, & The French, Naples, Florida

Posted on March 15, 2021 by Fred Bollaci

Gulf Snapper “In Cartoccio” Recipe courtesy of Chef Vincenzo Betulia   INGREDIENTS 1 small zucchini 1 small yellow squash 1 tomato 8 oz. filet of Gulf red snapper, skin off 10 Niçoise or Kalamata olives, pitted 1 tbsp. capers, drained … Continue reading →

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Gamberetti e Capellini (Shrimp and Pasta) By Chef Ray Arpke (Euphemia Haye, Longboat Key, Florida)

Posted on March 15, 2021 by Fred Bollaci

  Gamberetti e Capellini Serves 4 Recipe courtesy of Chef Ray Aparke, Euphemia Haye White Wine, Garlic & Basil Sauce: 1 quart dry white wine 1 tbsp fresh basil, finely sliced as a chiffonade 1 cup fish stock 1/2 tsp … Continue reading →

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Chef Ray Arpke’s Famous Creamed Spinach (Euphemia Haye, Longboat Key, Florida)

Posted on March 14, 2021 by Fred Bollaci

  Creamed Spinach by Chef Ray Arpke of Euphemia Haye, Longboat Key, Florida Creamed Spinach Serves 4 as side dish Recipe courtesy of Chef Ray Aparke, Euphemia Haye 10 oz fresh washed spinach 3 tbsp clarified butter 3 tbsp minced … Continue reading →

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