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Traveling to New York? Gluten-Free Options Galore

Are you traveling to New York?  Do you want to know where to find the tastiest gluten-free treats the exciting city has to offer?

Then check out this article with the top 5 places for everything gluten-free!  Do you want a gluten-free Italian fix? No problem!

Read more: http://guestofaguest.com/new-york/food/gluten-free-in-nyc-5-delicious-treats&slide=1

Need more info? Check out the New York City Gluten-Free Map from Delight Gluten-Free Magazine!

Win Gluten-Free Prizes

Head to celiac.com and then like their facebook page for the chance to win fantastic gluten-free prizes!  Once you like the page you will have to answer a question from their poll and one lucky winner chosen on September 1 will receive a $100 gluten-free mall voucher!

Read more and enter here: http://www.celiac.com/articles/22991/1/Win-a-100-Gluten-Free-Mall-Voucher-and-Gluten-Free-Books/Page1.html

Calling All Teens with Celiac Disease

Are you a teen with celiac disease who is transitioning from high school to college?  Well then this survey conducted by the Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford University may be for you!

The survey will evaluate the the rate of non-adherence to a gluten-free diet in the transition from high school to college, and determine changes in quality of life as well as changes in over all health.

The study aims to help teens who leave home have an easier time with managing their gluten-free lifestyle in dorms and to have a less stressful campus experience.

To read more and see if you qualify head here: https://www.facebook.com/CeliacDiseaseLPCH

Gluten-Free Hospital Food...It's Getting Better!

Hospital food in Nebraska has just gotten a little bit healthier and easier to eat!  The Celiac Sprue Association is teaming up with the Creighton University Medical Center in order to bring gluten-free meals to patients.

The CSA will train staff in how to properly prepare and serve gluten-free items so they can provide safe meals for patients.

What an exciting step!

Read more: http://www.wowt.com/news/headlines/Hospital-to-Offer-Gluten-Free-Menu-Options-163559706.html?ref=706

Are You a Fussy Eater?

Check out this article which features different opinions on catering to food allergies or "fussy eaters."  We can all agree that there is a huge difference between eating gluten-free because you have celiac and eating gluten-free "just because." 

However people who don't have food allergies can often find themselves frustrated by friends who say they have to eat gluten-free and then they see them eating a sandwich.  Some people are likening the diet to "an acceptable form of an eating disorder." 

People who call eating gluten-free a "fad" or who do it because it's the in thing can actually cause setbacks for those who truly need to eat gluten-free for their health.   What do you think?

Read more: http://blogs.vancouversun.com/2012/07/15/fussy-eaters-the-new-dinner-party-norm/

It's Summer! Fire Up the Grill with Fish Tacos

It's summer and that means fun and fresh food that is gluten-free!!  Have you had a craving for fish tacos lately??  Well if you have then try out this great recipe that is sure to be a taste bud delight.

So many restaurants coat fish tacos in a batter which makes them unedible for celiacs and also not a very light option.  These gluten-free tacos with corn tortillas and grilled fish are sure to delight gluten-free and non gluten-free eaters alike!

Read more and get the recipe here: http://www.celiac.com/articles/22968/1/Fish-Tacos-Gluten-Free/Page1.html

New Travel Partnership for Gluten-Free Destinations

GlutenFreeTravelSite has announced a new partnership with the Celiac Sprue Association!  The new association aims to double their efforts in educating the community about restaurants and businesses that can safely accommodate people on a gluten-free diet.

People can now feel comfortable going on the site to see user reviews on locations in the area they live or on places they want to travel. 

Read more: http://www.seattlepi.com/business/press-releases/article/GlutenFreeTravelSite-and-the-Celiac-Sprue-3695855.php

Gluten-Free Dining Options, Come on in for a Gluten-Free Dinner

It can be pretty difficult for folks with food allergies to eat out.  Even though awareness is way up and many places offer gluten-free or allergy friendly menus there are often horror stories of chefs not knowing either what is in the food or that certain foods contain gluten or other allergens!

Some restaurants go the extra mile and ensure that ingredients that contain allergens such as gluten, nuts, and shellfish are prepared separately to prevent cross contamination.  However there is always an amount of risk to eating out if you have truly severe allergies and you can't be too careful in your questions to your server or to management to prevent yourself or your family from getting sick.

At our restaurant in Raleigh, NC--Bella Monica--we take gluten-free extremely seriously and work tirelessly to provide our customers with high quality gluten-free meals. We hope you'll come visit us!

Read more: http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20120708/FEAT0102/307089998

Hosting a Party? How to Handle Guests with Special Dietary Concerns

If you are going to a party do you expect the host to have food for yours or anyone's dietary concerns? 

Television personality Kathie Lee says that it's proper to let the host know about your diet when you accept the invitation but to not expect anything.  If you are really that worried you can always bring your own snacks which will be safer anyway since you know how they were prepared and you don't have to worry about getting sick.

Read more: http://klgh.today.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2012/07/03/12543988-should-hosts-cater-to-restricted-dieters?lite

July 4th Cupcake Treats

Happy Fourth of July!  It's Independence Day once again and that mean fabulous barbeques, fun parties, fireworks, and of course yummy gluten-free treats!

Today we're featuring a recipe for gluten-free cupcakes with an all-American twist.  The topping is a beautiful strawberry dipped in white chocolate and blue sugar to make a red, white, and blue finish!  Strawberries can also be made without the cupcakes if you are looking for a lighter option.

Enjoy!  Read more and get the recipe here: http://lezgetreal.com/2012/07/recipe-of-the-day-independence-day-gluten-free-cupcakes/