After making candies for her friends and family over the last three decades, candymaker Karen Masi started her own mail order candy business two years ago. She makes It!, a delicious, crunch… Read More
I had the pleasure of being invited to an intimate preview and demonstration for 6 Sensor Labs new Nima Sensor – a portable device that allows consumers to test foods for gluten (at 20… Read More
It is hard to believe that six years ago I started a small (and very basic) blog that chronicled my celiac journey – the ups, downs, and everything in-between. When I started the… Read More
One of the biggest sinking moments that I had when I received my celiac diagnosis was the eventual realization, that at that point in time, there would no longer be any Chinese food in my fo… Read More
Yesterday was Friday and let me tell you what…. that was one LONG week! I left work early one day as I was feeling sick. Then Thursday I called my doctor in the morning an… Read More
I was thinking about stopping blogging but instead I think I'd like to switch the focus to being more about jewelry making and Etsy stuff and less personal life. That being said this p… Read More
Giving up & giving in is easy. There’s a celebration at work - they have mini cupcakes - you can have just one, can’t you? How much damage can a mini cupcake do, right?? A to… Read More
Subway tile at Milk House on 19th and ChestnutIf you are a Celiac or you suffer from a sensitivity to gluten, then you should probably stop by The Milk House. With 3 convenient locatio… Read More
Kitchen Wisdom Gluten Free Savory Pocket Breads are tasty and moist enough to handle sitting out during a meal or an evening of entertaining guests. An egg ba… Read More
This Mediterranean Cauliflower Rice Bowl was inspired by a delish dish I had a Zoe’s Kitchen last weekend. I remember a few years back when we got our first Zoe’s in A… Read More
I have been gluten free over 10 years now. It has changed my life. Once I eliminated gluten from my diet, my energy returned, the fog cleared, and the clouds parted. In short it made me feel… Read More
Gluten can be a tricky thing. Just when you think you’ve cut it out, ever so sneakily it creeps back in. Unfortunately gluten hides. Once you get the gluten free diagnosis and ch… Read More
Gluten can be a tricky thing. Just when you think you’ve cut it out, ever so sneakily it creeps back in. Unfortunately gluten hides. Once you get the gluten free diagnosis and ch… Read More
With Cinco de Mayo approaching in just a few short weeks, Mexican food’s been on my brain. Tacos, salsa, and you guessed it…this Cauliflower Rice Burrito Bowl!… Read More
I have not been accidentally glutened in more than ten years but all of that suddenly changed a few days ago. Sadly, it happened at Blue Smoke (Flatiron), a restaurant that has been known f… Read More
The term “gluten free”doesn’t mean much to most, and why should it? However, this tiny print is very important to some of us – kids and adults alike! Scroll to the en… Read More
If you are on an elimination diet for your Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism, the holidays might be a source of serious anxiety. Sticking to a specialized diet can be enough of a challenge on… Read More
One year ago, I was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s, autoimmune disorder that can cause hypothyroidism, or underactive thyroid. With this disease, your immune system attacks your thyroid an… Read More
Need to know “are Cool Ranch Doritos Gluten-Free”? Cool Ranch Doritos are gluten-free based upon ingredients. However, Frito-Lay states that Cool Ranch Doritos and 1… Read More
Are Laffy Taffy Jelly Beans gluten-free? Yes – Laffy Taffy Jelly Beans are gluten-free according to Katie D. of Consumer Relations at Ferrara Candy Company (Ferrara owns Laffy Taffy)… Read More
Craving a gluten-free snack and need to know “are Nacho Cheese Doritos Gluten-Free”? Nacho Cheese Doritos are gluten-free based upon ingredients. Sadly, these cheesy… Read More
Vegan junk food is basically everywhere these days, because everyone from Gregg’s to Gü has realised they can cash in on a growing population of plant-based eaters. But if yo… Read More
When I was first diagnosed with Celiac Disease, Thanksgiving was a holiday that came with much trepidation. Aunt Edna’s gelatin mold with peas was indeed a bit scary, but my BIG… Read More
Living on a Medically Necessary GF Diet means that a person has been given a prescription to not eat gluten. Gluten is found in foods and in particulate matter on porous surfaces and m… Read More
We recently took an overnight family trip to Washington DC. Between planning tours and sightseeing excursions that would entertain my five and eight year old (and successfully hold my… Read More
You know what they say, anytime is a good time for pizza– and it’s true! It’s the perfect meal at any time of the day, especially if you know a place with lots of flavors t… Read More
Why wait for Taco Tuesday when you can have tacos at any time of the day, all week at Torchy’s? Who could say no to their “Damn-Good!” Chicken Fajita taco with some guacamo… Read More
Who doesn’t love a nice, glazed donut at Krispy Kreme? It’s one of the best places to try for anyone with a sweet tooth! You have lusciously glazed donuts with a selection of del… Read More