Good news for the freshly diagnosed celiac’s family

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The strangest thing happened to me recently. I went to my Mom's place to celebrate her 60th. That wasn't too strange. While I was there, I would help with meals.  As much as I love to let my hubby cook, helping out in the kitchen isn't totally foreign either. What was indeed very strange - by strange, I mean it set off big flashing … [Read more...]

CFIA – undeclared wheat found

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Wheat has been found in Spicy Dumpling - Punjabi Wadi brand.  Keep an eye out if you are in Manitoba, Ontario or Quebec.  You can find the distributors and retail outlets here. … [Read more...]

Eating out with Food Allergies

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I will be posting a lot more on this in the coming weeks.  It is driving me crazy how often Mike is contaminated while eating out - RIDICULOUS!  Of course, it is a risk he takes every time he eats out, a known risk.  And I intend to show you how much of a risk it is over the coming weeks.  I am getting into a commercial kitchen to show how easy … [Read more...]

So you wanna cook for the celiac?

I'm re-posting this for those who are attempting a gluten free Easter dinner for the first time.   Your loved ones with diet restrictions are lucky to have you!  If you have any questions leave me a comment on this post and I'll do my best to email you as soon as possible.   Happy Easter! This is especially for those who are searching the … [Read more...]

Check your hot chocolate packages!

Of all the nasty things to happen - our regular HOT CHOCOLATE mix now has gluten in it!!  Check carefully - over and over.  Ad nauseum. To your good health, Cathy … [Read more...]

IMPORTANT ***Top Dogs***

UPDATED: This is the letter I received from Maple Leaf foods: September 1, 2009 Case #564030 Dear Mrs. Tibbles, Thank you for your email. We appreciate your taking the time to contact us. While Top Dogs were never a certified gluten-free product, Maple Leaf wanted to ensure that those most affected by this change were notified. As a … [Read more...]