Good news for the freshly diagnosed celiac’s family

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 ... Continue reading...

CFIA – undeclared wheat found

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. ... Continue reading...

Eating out with Food Allergies

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 ... Continue reading...

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 ... Continue reading...

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 ... Continue reading...

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 ... Continue reading...