Two years! I’ve been gluten free for two years! I do not have an exact date in April because I had no idea that I wouldn’t be going back, but it was definitely April. Anyway, lots of people celebrate with making gluten free cakes, cupcakes, cookies and other treats, but I decided to celebrate with … Read More › 
In most grocery stores, you will commonly find a section or aisle of gluten free foods with others spread throughout the store. It is convenient, but the selection is limited and focuses on big company brands for quick sales. I understand their logic, but if you are looking to pinpoint your favorite pasta, bread, crackers, … Read More › 
In yesterday’s post, I explained the methods I use to try to stay safe at restaurants while dining out; today is about determining which foods are gluten free so you don’t get sick cooking for yourself. Yes, you can gluten yourself. I can’t say that I never did it. By not reading carefully enough or assuming … Read More › 
I found a new favorite hummus! Little Salad Bar Spice Hummus. Three solid pros? First, it is cheaper than most (And on a special this week too!). Second, it is from Aldi so it is clearly labeled gluten free. Third, I didn’t have to make it! Con? It lasted less than 24 hours around me. … Read More › 
About a week ago, I received an email from Naturally Soergel’s in Wexford (north of Pittsburgh) about a class they were offering tonight. Seasonal Eating and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for a Healthy Body was listed as the topic. I can’t say that I popped up like a Toaster Strudel with excitement or had a feeling … Read More › 
The Meetup at the Cheesecake Factory with the Greater Pittsburgh Celiac and Gluten Free Living Group yielded a bunch of information and a plethora of suggestions. One that stuck with me was the mention of gluten free macarons from the Jean-Marc Chatellier’s French Bakery in Millvale (213 North Avenue). On this single digit temperature Saturday … Read More › 
I have to admit, Aldi stores weren’t really on my radar until recently. I had gone for my grandpa with a list a number of times but never really looked around at anything else on my errands. My mom, who lives near one (actually most of Pittsburgh lives near one because there are about twenty … Read More › 
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