Posts Tagged ‘Foods’
December 17th, 2010 by Jennifer Harris
It is so fun to pass on all the new information learned about gluten-free products, shopping and dining. The list below reflects what this Examiner learned over the last week.
- Thanks go out to The Crispy Cook for compiling a list of gluten-free blogs with links to each one. After reviewing the list, this Examiner discovered a number of blogs to check out and is excited to see what they have to offer.
- Artisan gluten-free breads are now available from A Bountiful Harvest in a number of flavors. Their breads are baked one loaf at a time naturally without artificial flavors, colorants, preservatives or additives and they are fresh baked to order for each (more…)
Tags: Foods, Gluten free products, Restaurants, Stores
Category: Foods, Gluten free, News, Product Lists
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November 18th, 2010 by Jennifer Harris
It is almost Thanksgiving and time for another holiday that centers around food. This can be a time of stress for some on the gluten-free diet, but with a little research it is easy to determine which turkeys are gluten free. It is important to note that fresh, plain unstuffed turkeys are naturally gluten free. All regular stuffed turkeys contain gluten even if you don’t eat it because the gluten stuffing permeates the turkey while it is cooking. Check the gravy packets very carefully to ensure they are gluten free as most are not safe and should be discarded.
We dined on a Honeysuckle White turkey last year and couldn’t believe how moist and flavorful it was, so that is now our turkey of choice. If you question the status of a turkey call their customer service line for confirmation. It is always better to confirm than to wonder or possibly eat a turkey that is not gluten free. Here’s a list of turkey information from many major brands: (more…)
Tags: Cooking, Foods, Gluten free, Thanksgiving, Turkey
Category: Foods, Gluten free, Holidays, Product Lists, Thanksgiving
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October 28th, 2010 by Jennifer Harris
This was my first trip to Expo East and it was like being a kid in a gluten-free candy store. Since there is such a focus on gluten-free products, we were literally tripping over the many vendors who had just launched a gluten-free product or had added one to their existing line.
Some of my greatest gluten-free finds are listed below in no particular order:
Bars
- Pamela’s Products is set to launch their Whenever Bars in three flavors: Oat Raisin Walnut Spice, Oat blueberry Lemon and Oat Cranberry Almond. These bars are made with certified gluten-free (more…)
Tags: Expo East, Foods, Gluten free products
Category: Foods, Gluten free, News
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September 20th, 2010 by John Libonati
CHARLOTTE, N.C.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Tropical Foods, a food manufacturer that specializes in raw and roasted nuts, dried fruit and snack mixes, has launched a new addition to their My Salad Bar line with gluten free, all natural croutons.
“Gluten causes some people serious health problems. Our new gluten free croutons will help these people enjoy the flavor without the gluten health hazards”
Tropical’s new Gluten Free, All Natural Croutons are bursting with the flavors of Honey Mustard or Italian. The croutons are low calorie, fat free, cholesterol free and have very low sodium. (more…)
Tags: Condiments, Croutons, Foods
Category: Foods, News
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September 20th, 2010 by Kimberly Bouldin
The idea for Smoothie King started back in the late 1960′s in the home of Steve Kuhnau. Kuhnau was trying to remedy his allergies and low blood sugar and began to experiment with blending fruits, nutrients and proteins in a blender. In 1973, Kuhnau opened a health food store selling his smoothies & vitamins and Smoothie King was born. Smoothie King has grown to over 600 locations in the US and Seoul, Korea. Smoothie King’s mission is “To relentlessly influence and help more & more people achieve a healthier lifestyle.” (more…)
Tags: Eating out, Foods, Gluten free products, Smoothies
Category: Eating Out, Foods, Product Lists
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August 30th, 2010 by Kimberly Bouldin
Trader Joe’s has a nice variety of gluten-free products available. These products range from frozen waffles, to granola, Lara bars, brownie mix and bread. One of the favorites for kids is the boxed macaroni & cheese.
Trader Joe’s gluten-free macaroni & cheese is very easy to make. Similar to the Kraft macaroni & cheese, the pasta is added to boiling water and cooked for 10 – 12 minutes. While the pasta is cooking, the cheese mix is mixed with 1/4 cup of low-fat milk and stirred. Once the pasta (more…)
Tags: Foods, Gluten free products, Macaroni & cheese, Snacks
Category: Foods, Snacks
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July 9th, 2010 by Jennifer Harris
HAPPYBABY PUFFS
HAPPYBABY has added two gluten-free varieties to its organic HAPPYBABYPUFFS line.
These Puffs are the first melt-in-your-mouth organic finger food for toddlers that helps them to learn self-feeding and they are the only gluten-free puffs on the market. The puffs are rich in vitamin D and are the only baby snacks with added vitamin B and calcium. They contain half the sugar of similar products and are free of artificial colors/flavors and GMOs. (more…)
Tags: Baby, Foods, Gluten free food, Snacks, Toddler
Category: Baby, Children, Foods, Snacks
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May 24th, 2010 by Christie Bessinger
Are you craving something delicious and gluten free, but you’re fed up with putting down hard earned money for disappointing products that are tasteless and sometimes even contaminated? Are you wishing you could actually enjoy eating something gourmet…and worry free? Yet, you haven’t got the time, energy or ingredients in your pantry?
Well, look no further and despair no more. Turns out your crazy cravings aren’t really crazy after all! The truth is, what you’ve been dreaming of is actually perfectly understood in Vineland, New Jersey!
Introducing Mike Conte and Conte’s Pasta Company! They’ve just set a wonderful new standard for gluten-free dining. (more…)
Tags: Contes pasta, Foods, Gluten free, Gluten free gnocchi, Gluten free pasta, Gluten free pierogies, Gluten free products, Gluten free ravioli, Pizza (Frozen), Product reviews
Category: Foods, Pizza (Frozen), Product Reviews
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April 15th, 2010 by John Libonati
Mixes From The Heartland is making mealtimes healthy, easy and normal for gluten-free families across the country. Now people can save when shopping by joining their new Gluten Free Buying Club.
Teri Whisenhunt, the owner of Mixes From The Heartland and a celiac herself, says her goal is to provide people high quality, affordable gluten-free foods. With the Gluten Free Buying Club, Mixes From The Heartland is doing just that – providing members with the largest selection of approved (under 5 parts per million of gluten) quality mixes and ingredients at affordable prices. And their shipping prices are among the best in the industry – just $10 for orders under $100 and free on orders over $100. (more…)
Tags: Celiac disease, Foods, Gluten, Gluten free diets, Gluten free food, Gluten Sensitivity
Category: Mixes, Product Reviews
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March 3rd, 2010 by John Libonati
Glutenfreeworks.com Editor’s Note: Shipping is $10 on orders less than $100 and free above it.
I recently had the opportunity to try some of the gluten-free mixes sold by Mixes From the Heartland. I was impressed…
Located in Amarillo, Texas, Mixes From The Heartland makes it their mission to “make mealtime healthy, easier and normal for all people with celiac disease.”
Mixes From The Heartland offers a cornucopia of gluten-free foods: more than 300 all natural, nutrient-dense soups, stews, meals, muffins, cakes, desserts, gravies, pancakes, snacks and the best sweet potato brownies I have ever had – period. (more…)
Tags: Foods, Gluten free food, Mixes
Category: Foods, Product Reviews, Shopping
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