Valentine's Fun

on Wednesday, 08 February 2012. Posted in Just Because

Some Valentine's facts you may, or may not, have known.

Love is in the air! Whether you love it, or hate it, you can't escape Valentine's Day. From Hallmark cards to little conversation hearts (which was awesomely reported by Gluten Freeville that these sweet talkers are gluten free and produced on their own line - check the full story here), it seems that everywhere we turn during the month of February we're surrounded.

I became adventurous... cauliflower pizza!!

on Sunday, 05 February 2012. Posted in Recommended

Naturally gluten free pizza!

I have found some incredibly easy, and yet totally awesome, recipes on Pinterest the past few weeks! This addictive website has gotten be to try some new things, which is always fun. This weekend I  came across a recipe for a cauliflower pizza crust (which originated at this super cute blog Eat.Drink.Smile.- be sure to check out her site). I had to give this a whirl!

Cool Gluten Free App Alert

on Tuesday, 24 January 2012. Posted in Just Because

I stumbled upon this app today

Gluten Free? Organic? Vegan? All of the above? No problem, inBloom has got you covered. This fabulous new iPhone app is designed to help you find local restaurants and shops that are eco-friendly in your area.

Originally designed to help touring bands locate restaurants, shops and even hotels with green products and business practices, InBloom was created and developed by musicians Andy Ross (OK Go) and Eytan Oren (Eytan and the Embassy). It's an awesome app and another great way to find gluten free foods in your town, or better yet, when traveling. Watch the video below to learn more about the app from the creators, Adam and Eytan.

Chick-fil-A Gluten Free Chicken Nuggets

on Tuesday, 10 January 2012. Posted in In The News

More gluten free fast food news.

If I'm ever in a bind and need to eat ASAP, I'll look for a Chick-fil-A and get the chicken and fruit salad (really yummy). But now I can add something else to the list of emergency fast food... gluten free grilled chicken nuggets... off the kids menu!

Ad Hoc Gluten-Free Pancake & Waffle Mix

on Friday, 06 January 2012. Posted in Recommended

Gluten free breakfast for champs!!

My (very very soon to be) Mother-in-Law got me an awesome collection of gluten free baking goods from Williams-Sonoma for the holidays. Just in time, too! I'm in the home stretch of training for a marathon and I don't know about you, but me, I crave pancakes or waffles and some scrambled eggs after a long run. I picture the syrupy goodness at the finish line.

Red Robin Gluten Free Burger + Bun!

on Thursday, 05 January 2012. Posted in Recommended

Gluten free buns now available

We decided to change things up this holiday season and drive to New York for the week. What was once a hassle (I needed a car full of my own food) is now quite easy. But the best find along the way was at Red Robin (we stopped on our way home at the one in Port Orange, FL).

Best Holiday Gift = Dogfish Head Gluten Free Beer!

on Tuesday, 03 January 2012. Posted in Recommended

Greatest. News.Ever.

This was honestly one of the most awesome gluten free tidbits I've heard in a while!! Dogfish Head Brewery has said their number one request from consumers has been gluten free beer!!! Amazing!

Burger King fries are now prepared gluten free.

on Tuesday, 03 January 2012. Posted in In The News

Fast food lovers rejoice... but proceed with caution.

Burger King recently gave their french fries a makeover and the ingredients are all gluten free. They are: Potatoes, Soybean Oil, Modified Potato Starch, Rice Flour, Salt, Leavening (Disodium Dihydrogen Pyrophosphate, Sodium Bicarbonate), Dextrose, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate to Preserve Natural Color.

The first change to the french fries since 1998, the fries are naturally gluten free but as always, if you are going to order them, PROCEED with caution. Now, I'm not the biggest advocate of fast food but it's always good to know these things are available if you're in a bind. Just be careful of cross contamination.

So, will you try the new Burger King french fries?

New Lambeau Field eats include gluten-free items!!

on Thursday, 08 September 2011. Posted in In The News

Gluten Free Football!!!!!

I love football. I love going to football games and the one thing usually missing from football stadiums is gluten free goodies. The Miami Dolphins stadium doesn’t have much for those of us who are gluten intolerant so I usually go prepared but the Green Bay Packers are solving that problem for their gluten free fans. SO jealous!!

Rudi's Gluten Free Giveaway!!!

on Wednesday, 07 September 2011. Posted in Just Because

4 winners!!!

I am SO excited about this. The awesome folks at Rudi's Gluten Free Bakery are providing 2 sandwich boxes and 2 gluten-free loaf coupons to Gluten Free Appetite readers!

Did you know that Rudi’s GF breads contain no modified starches or gums, no artificial preservatives, and no artificial chemicals. And everything I've ever had by Rudi's tastes delish. Last week, I had the gluten free hot dog buns for the first time. They are a must-add to your next shopping list!

So, how do you become a winner? Simple. Just leave a comment on the Gluten Free Appetite Facebook Page or right here on the website and tell us your favorite thing to make with Rudi's gluten free products OR what you would make with Rudi's gluten free bread if you win! Keep it short, simple (no recipes necessary) and tell your friends! I'll announce the winner on Monday Sept. 12 on our Facebook page so be sure to stay tuned. If you leave a comment on the website, please be sure to leave your email address so I can contact you.

Here's what I am planning to make this weekend, right from the Rudi's website:

This recipe is a real crowd pleaser. High in protein, potassium and delicious Rudi’s Bread, There is no feeling like you are “missing out” on anything. Having everyone able to eat the same thing makes the day so much brighter. And those who were once isolated, and now included. With fine products like Rudi’s you are able to recreate dishes without the gluten!! It’s a win -win for everyone! Time to prepare: 35 mins

4 eggs

4 dashs McCormick’s vanilla extract

8 tablespoons creamy peanut butter

8 slices Rudi’s Gluten-Free Cinnamon Raisin Bread

3 bananas, sliced

4 tablespoons (Earth’s Balance ) Vegan Buttery sticks

4 teaspoons milk

1/4 teaspoon cinnamon sugar

sprinkles of cinnamon sugar

In a small mixing bowl, beat the 4 eggs, vanilla extract, milk and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon sugar.

Thinly slice bananas.

Spread 2 teaspoon peanut butter on each slice of Rudi’s Gluten Free Cinnamon Raisin Bread and then 6 slices of banana in between the bread to make a sandwich.

Melt vegan butter in a frying pan on medium heat.

Quickly dip the sandwich in the egg mixture to coat but not soak it.

Cook on both sides on medium heat until lightly browned.

Dust with powdered sugar and serve.

Recipe by Lorin Young Cook

The Melt!

on Tuesday, 30 August 2011. Posted in In The News

Gluten free grilled cheese??

Holy yumminess! For those that don’t know, I work in the advertising world with things like QR codes and Digital Signage. Last night, upon doing my usual scan of the web for industry trends I came across multiple articles about a new venture by the Flip Camera inventor, Jonathon Kaplan. He’s decided to take his technology background and pair it with everyone’s love for grilled cheese. The restaurant: The Melt. Because who doesn’t love a grilled cheese and soup?

NEW Gluten free products to hit the market!

on Friday, 26 August 2011. Posted in In The News

Gluten free products for your home.

New gluten free products to hit the market! First, a new gluten free flour being sold by Williams Sonoma. Cup4Cup Gluten Free Flour was developed exclusively for Williams-Sonoma by Chef Thomas Keller. The NYTimes wrote a review of the product earlier this week and I promptly went online to place my order. It's currently sold exclusively on Williams Sonoma website for $19.95 for a 3lb bag. I'll let you all know when I try it but would love to hear if any of you bake anything yummy with it.

The second new product comes from Gorton Seafood frozen foods. According to a press release, "Gorton’s Seafood has announced that its Grilled line of fish is now gluten free, with a variety of flavors and grilled fish species including Grilled Salmon, Grilled Tilapia, All Natural Grilled Fillets made from Alaska Pollock, and Grilled Haddock. Each fillet is expertly flame-grilled and seasoned, with the same taste millions have come to know and love, but with the added assurance that they are now gluten free. Procedures have been implemented at the production location to avoid the risk of cross-contamination, and there is ongoing monitoring and testing to ensure that Gorton’s Grilled Fish is gluten free." To read the full release, click here.

Personally, I'm not a frozen fish fan (living in S. FL kind of makes you a fish snob!) but it's good to know there are more gluten free options available!!

BREAKING NEWS: CPK holds the gluten free pizza

on Friday, 26 August 2011. Posted in In The News

Cross contamination concerns put halt on gluten free pizza

After much outcry by the gluten free community and the varying accounts of being fine and being glutened from California Pizza Kitchen, the company tweeted yesterday: @calpizzakitchen: "We have stopped serving the Gluten Free pizza crust option in all of our restaurants. We are reviewing the prep"

Gluten Free in Paris

on Wednesday, 17 August 2011. Posted in Recommended

Oooh la la ... gluten free!

The city of love. There’s just something about Paris... I don’t know what it is but I feel it every time I’m in this beautiful city. The air, the winding (and confusing) roads, the wine, the people, the energy and of course, the food. But this was my first time visiting Paris since being diagnosed with gluten intolerance. I won’t lie, my French is pretty rusty and I was very nervous about embarking on this trip.

Fool me once... Pei Wei.

on Monday, 08 August 2011. Posted in Beware

I was seriously disappointed this past weekend when for a second time in a row, there was a noodle in my gluten free chicken at Pei Wei. The noodle was actually wrapped around my Pei Wei Spicy chicken – meaning it was cooked together. I immediately told the managing chef of what I discovered and he explained to the other cooks of the seriousness. It’s great that the head chef understand but when the people doing most of the cooking don’t… that’s a huge problem. He re-made my dish and assured me he would make it himself, in a clean wok and everything. This practice should be done ALL of the time, not just when someone complains. Anyways, as much as I love my gluten free Pei Wei Spicy, as the old adage says, “Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me.” It will likely be a long time, if ever, that I return to Pei Wei. And if you decide to eat there too, then be cautious and ask to speak to the chef each and every time. Bummer!