We all want to spoil our moms on Mother’s Day, but how to you spoil a gluten free mom? This Mother’s Day Gluten Free Gift Guide is your guide to doing just that! And not just on Mother’s Day and not just for moms! These thoughtful gifts are for any foodie friend or loved one who needs a little spoiling in the kitchen. Or maybe a “to me, love me” gift? No judgment here! From inexpensive but extremely useful, to pricey but an investment that will be passed along for generations, these Mother’s Day Gluten Free Gifts are carefully curated to deliver big smiles.  Cookware & Bakeware Emile ..read more

Reading ingredient labels, a reader alerted me way back in 2011 that Kraft Foods changed their ingredients for Good Seasons Italian Dressing and added wheat so it was no longer gluten free. While this is an unfortunate ingredient change, it’s not that unusual — even today. Brands change their ingredients all the time, this example being another friendly reminder to always read ingredient labels for mainstream products to see if there’s gluten in that product, even for products you buy regularly. When a company makes both products which contain gluten and those which don’t contain gluten, thei ..read more

Shopping for gluten free Valentine’s Candy shouldn’t be as hard as it is sometimes. Manufacturers have come up with so many different food labels to describe (or not, as the case may be) the manufacturing environment and other risks involved with cross-contamination, that it can be complicated to find safe candy. I’ve done the hard work for you in this Gluten Free Valentine’s Candy List, identifying great gluten free candy options to make your shopping trip much simpler. I’m also giving you the tools below so you know what to look for and how to identify and interpret what these manufacturers ..read more

Give the Easter Bunny an assist with this handy gluten free Easter Candy List, followed by a list of candies on the “do not buy” list for any gluten free kiddo. Gluten Free Easter Candy List Here’s a quick run-down of some good gluten free candy options to keep on your Easter Bunny radar (check updated candy lists for even more safe and unsafe products): M&Ms (always read the labels though – some themed varieties are in shared facilities and some contain wheat like crispy, pretzel, and some seasonal M&Ms) Hershey’s Kisses (not all! check labels) Jelly Belly Jelly Beans Surf Sweets ve ..read more

One of the most popular new ingredients in dairy free and vegan products is oats. That’s great news for vegans, but what about for gluten free folks? You might be wondering, “Can I drink oat milk if I’m gluten free?” Oats are a complicated ingredient, as standard oats are always contaminated with gluten, which makes them a no-no for those following a gluten free diet. But there are some oats — and therefore some oat milks — which are safe for those of us on a gluten free diet.   So how do you know if that oat creamer at the local coffee shop is really gluten free? Ask what brand it is o ..read more

Whether you like to kick back with a libation once in awhile, like to bake with alcohol as an ingredient or just want to be sure you have safe options for your gluten free friends, it’s good to know the facts about gluten free beer, gluten free alcohol, gluten free liquor, gluten free liqueur, gluten free wine, gluten free seltzers and gluten free ciders. It’s not always easy to find which ones are safe in a store or on a bar menu, so I’ve taken the guess-work out for you here, both in highlighting brands and categories and in teaching you how to label read and shop discernedly. Gluten free b ..read more

The holidays are the perfect time to show those you love how much you care through truly thoughtful gifts. Don’t be daunted by gluten-free or other dietary restrictions — your friends and family would almost certainly still love kitchen gadgets or other fun things that might make their culinary life easier. This Gluten Free Gift Guide is designed to help! I’ve curated 35 thoughty and nice items I’d love to receive in my stocking (hint hint) or I just went ahead and bought for myself because they’re awesome, and I think your loved ones would dig them, too.*  I’ve done my best Mrs. Claus fo ..read more

Whether heading off to college with celiac disease, gluten sensitivity or any other medical reason to be living gluten free, it adds a layer of complication for any college student to have to consider eating safely on campus. Luckily eating gluten free in college is no longer an unusual need or request, and can be managed quite well with adequate planning. Transitioning to living on your own is part of the college experience, and taking ownership of your gluten free diet is a large part of becoming independent as well. On college campuses though, know you’re not alone.  Let’s take a look ..read more

 So you’re headed to Paris? You’ll need to know where to find gluten free in Paris, but how? I’ll show you how to find gluten free restaurants near you, in real time. This article on eating gluten free in Paris wouldn’t be complete if I didn’t also share the best dedicated gluten free bakeries in Paris, several delicious 100% gluten free restaurants in Paris, and tips for finding and ordering gluten free in other Parisian restaurants. I also cover gluten free in Versailles, gluten free crêperies in Paris and answer the age-old question: are macarons gluten free? I also give you some home ..read more

Summer is a great time to give guys you love unique cooking, baking, traveling, drinking and just all around great gifts of all shapes, sizes and prices! Time for the gfJules Father’s Day gift guide & more! Twenty-nine thoughtfully curated gifts just for guys. (Ok, not really — anyone would love these great finds!)     Peugeot-Saveurs BBQ Mill The ultimate summer grilling tool from Peugeot-Saveurs is this brand new BBQ Pepper Mill. It’s specifically designed for outdoor use, robust, versatile, durable, and totally unique. Key features: an intuitive LED light which turns on as th ..read more