Just in time for Halloween this year...an updated candy list courtesy of our friends at GfreeFoodie. Gluten Free Candy List I don't know about you, but lists like this make me SO happy.  I love my chocolate and it's always nice to know which options are safe!!!   Now, if my husband and I could just figure out what to dress up as for...

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In honor of Celiac Awareness Day I HAD to share with you this amazing recipe that was shared with me. Source As Celiac's, and others who have to avoid gluten, you understand the excitement when you find a good cookie or cake.  I mean, a GOOD one!  Right?  It's like finding the perfect shoe for your wedding (or prom if you're a little...

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Summer may be winding down as kids and teachers have gone back to school, but that doesn't mean the fun of summer has to be over. Well, maybe a little.  I mean, we can't just continue to stay home because we want to. :)  BUT, we can definitely still enjoy some of the great flavors as we sit by the pool or BBQ...

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Summer is winding down and the school year is just around the corner! The sleeping in for students (and us teachers) is coming to a close. :( It's a bittersweet time as I get excited to meet new students, yet sad to no longer be on my own schedule. While this summer has been different than others (more on that later) I still...

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Going gluten free doesn't have to mean going without your favorite grilled cheese sandwich or French toast breakfast. You CAN have bread and it CAN taste good!Gluten free just means a little tweak in your staple bread entrees. However, depending on which bread you choose, you could find yourself thinking you'll never have a tasty sandwich again. Trust me, we've tried some pretty...

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Did you know that if you have Celiac disease you can deduct your extra expenses in your taxes?SourceIt's true. Because the treatment for Celiac disease is to follow a gluten free diet, the IRS allows you to deduct those extra food expenses. It's a bit of a tricky process and requires consistency and follow through on your part.To make this easier for you,...

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I came across this wonderful trip today and I just HAD to share it with you! Jen, over at Zenfully Delicious is hosting an amazing, all gluten free, tour of Tuscany, Italy! Can you believe it?This trip sounds incredible!The tour is October 18-25, 2012 and it will take you through Florence, Chianti, Siena, and San Gimignano as you enjoy the sights, and most...

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Embarking on a gluten free journey can be a daunting adventure. If you're like I was, you had SO many questions and didn't know where to start. That's what this post is for (thanks to the suggestion of a friend). :) If you think you (or a family member) may have Celiac Disease, or even just gluten sensitivity, GET TESTED! This can save...

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Nothing like a baseball game on a warm summer day! This past Saturday we enjoyed a lovely game at Dodgers Stadium (well, Sunday's game would have been more lovely, since the Dodgers won!). We had perfect seats, reserved section behind home plate, and we were ready to enjoy some baseball.For me, I was even more excited to enjoy a gluten free Dodger dog!...

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July Fourth is almost here, and I've been busy collecting some fun dessert recipes to share!  Well, I don't know if "busy" is the correct term to use.  Thanks to Pinterest, I've had a place to collect them all. Quick side note on Pinterest, if you haven't caught on to the craze yet, it's like an online "bookmarks" page with pictures!  You can...

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Check out this awesome tidbit of information I just received!! Breakaway Bakery, which makes a delicious array of certified organic baked goods and breads containing NO gluten, NO wheat, NO dairy, NO casein, peanuts, soy or treenuts (vegan options available), is now available for purchase online! As absolutely delectable as desserts come, Breakaway Bakery products are made from only organic whole grain brown rice...

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Groupon Pic NOOOO!!!!!!!! Saw a deal for these noodles on Groupon and I knew I had to immediately warn you about them! Just run! Don't click "buy," click "delete!" Okay, well I should say this opinion comes from Crosby and me. And we can sometimes be a bit overdramatic. But, we like good food, so we may be worth listening to. :) Here's...

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This one's candid... I've been playing nurse the last few days as Crosby recovered from getting his wisdom teeth out.  He took it like a champ, only needed a few Advil here and there. BUT, his stomach hated him!  It was horrible!  He's slowly feeling better, though, which is good.  And, while he lost 4 pounds within the day after surgery, I have...

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I know we just posted a recipe on gluten free chicken burritos, but what can I say, we just can't get enough of burritos lately.I think we're just so excited to have found tortillas that are pliable, tasty AND gluten free!  It's a win, win for us!This time, we made breakfast burritos for DINNER using Rudi's Gluten Free Fiesta Tortillas! Breakfast BurritosIngredientsFiesta TortillasFree...

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Burritos.  What's the first thought that comes to mind when you think "burrito?"  For me, it takes me back to my pre-gluten free days, back to good 'ol Del Taco! :)  Del Taco was a staple for me (especially during college) when I was in a hurry.  Hello, who doesn't love a quick meal for a buck?! But alas, my Del Taco burrito...

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Father's Day is Sunday! So, in honor of dad, today's Food Free Friday post is all about MEN! Also, in honor of men, this post will be short and straight to the point! :)  They are the hunters, after all, not the gatherers (shoot...already a tiny rabbit trail...this is going to be tough!). :) First the products, then the company information (translation, men...

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Did you know that Costco's Rotisserie Chicken is gluten free? Photo Source If so, you're well ahead of me!  Until just a few weeks ago I had no idea.  In fact, some friends brought one over months ago and I opted to eat something else due to not knowing if the chicken was safe! Silly me! Had I just looked closely at the...

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{Giveaway Ended}  Congrats to Elena for winning!! Are you ready for THIS? Keep reading...there's a giveaway at the bottom of this post! :) Rudi's Gluten Free has NEW tortillas out.  These babies are fresh and they're on store shelves now! In fact, we saw them at our local Lassen's just the other day! Wahoo! Ok, if I sound a bit overzealous, it's because...

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Mmm...dessert. The best part of a meal, right? Oh man, this recipe I'm sharing today will definitely be at the top of any dinner menu! Every time we eat it we love it! PS-this is also courtesy of my brother, David, and his wife, Jen. Are you excited? Did I mention this dessert is super quick? Oh, and it's relatively healthy too! Added...

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Today's Food Free Friday post is a little different. I'm catching you up a little on the craziness of May for me, but most important I'm asking you some questions that I WOULD LOVE to have answers to. So, please please please (yes, a little shameless begging) comment below! Even if you want to just comment anonymously, we'd absolutely LOVE your feedback! Thanks...

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At least, that's the claim coming from Omission Beer. Indeed, they do have quite the catchy title, but what's the truth behind this beer? You see, Omission Beer contains barley & hops yet it's also deemed "gluten free." Hmm, how does that work? Well, according to the company, the beer goes through an extensive fermentation process that removes the gluten to where it's...

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We had the privilege of spending the day with my brother, his wife, and their three sons (the youngest is just 3 weeks old and is SO adorable!).  It was such a great day!  And what better way than to end a good day, but with a free meal? My oldest nephews with Uncle Crosby! Yep, even with a little newborn they invited us...

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Check out this interesting information! We all remember the buzz a few weeks ago surrounding Domino's new gluten free pizza. Some were excited, but many were up in arms about the potential cross-contamination.  I was curious, but too afraid to try the pizza myself (the thought of "possibly" getting sick was just too much for me).  Well, our friends over at CeliAct, decided...

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Check out the newest gluten free buzz surrounding Frito-Lay!  It looks like they're in the process of testing their products to see which are worthy of their new "gluten free" label. **Label in lower right corner!! From NY Daily News article Our lovely friends at Red Apple Lipstick shared the following information on their blog. With all the talk about national food brands offering...

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If you live in, or anywhere near, Bakersfield, CA, you have to check out these great ice cream places (if you don't...at least scroll down to check out the delectable pics).  This town has really stepped it up with their gfree selections this last year or two, but OH man...their ice cream is where it's at! Bakersfield has gluten free ice cream that...

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