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.

Pan Seared Wild-Caught Salmon with Toasted Almonds Atop Mixed Greens with Fresh Fruit and Citrus Vinaigrette

Posted on June 12, 2014 by Fred Bollaci

Pan Seared Wild-Caught Salmon with Toasted Almonds atop Mixed Greens with Fresh Fruit and Citrus Vinaigrette  Inspired by a recent meal at The Turtle Club at Vanderbilt Beach in Naples, Florida (Serves 4) 4 4-ounce wild-caught salmon fillets, season with salt … Continue reading →

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Grilled Shrimp with Warm Brie, Mixed Berries, and Spinach Salad

Posted on June 12, 2014 by Fred Bollaci

Grilled Shrimp with Warm Brie, Mixed Berries, and Spinach Salad  Inspired by a recent lunch at The Turtle Club at Vanderbilt Beach in Naples, Florida (Serves 4) 16 (U8) (8 per pound) shrimp, cleaned, deveined (leave tails on) (rub for … Continue reading →

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Summer Mixed Berry and Feta Salad

Posted on June 12, 2014 by Fred Bollaci

Summer Mixed Berry and Feta Salad Inspired by my cousin, Sandra Shackelford (Serves 4-6) 1 Head Romaine lettuce (or 4 cups salad mix of your choice), rinsed, dried, and chopped 1 cup blueberries 1 cup raspberries 2 cups strawberries 1/2 … Continue reading →

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SD26 Restaurant and Wine Bar In NYC Partners with Fred Bollaci Enterprises

Posted on June 11, 2014 by Fred Bollaci

SD26 Restaurant & Wine Bar, is Fred’s inaugural signature Restaurant Partner. Located at Madison Square Park in New York City and co-owned by venerable father-daughter restaurateur duo Tony May and Marisa May, SD26 exemplifies healthy gourmet authentic Italian fare. SD26 Executive Chef, … Continue reading →

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Sicilian “Ammoghiu” Tomato, Garlic, Herb Dip/Pesto

Posted on June 9, 2014 by Fred Bollaci

Sicilian Ammoghiu Tomato Garlic Herb Dip/Pesto 2 cups chopped fresh or canned tomatoes 2 cloves garlic 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup fresh Italian Parsley 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves pinch dried oregano sea salt and freshly ground pepper … Continue reading →

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