tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62192292612312116262024-03-08T04:53:19.356-08:00sfglutenfreeUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6219229261231211626.post-30821479747135469052009-11-16T22:20:00.000-08:002009-11-16T23:04:36.971-08:00Gluten Free Expo RecapThe expo at Treasure Island was gf heaven. I was awed by the Bay Area restaurants that were participating and showcasing their gluten-free dishes. Some participating restaurants to definitely check out:h<div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.onemarket.com/">One Market</a> - Chef Mark Dommen prepared some kick ass crab cakes. They melted in your mouth.</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.pacificcatch.com/">Pacific Catch</a> - Chef Chandon Clenard is responsible for preparing the delicious gluten free bites at the expo. </div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.picapicakitchen.com/">Pica Pica Maize Kitchen</a> - Adriana Lopez Vermut wowed the audience with corn-based arepas, a Venezuelen food staple. These delicious thick corn cakes are crispy on the outside, and filled with delicious goodness on the inside. Pica Pica is located in Napa. </div><div><br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6219229261231211626.post-20700172572224866422009-10-28T16:34:00.000-07:002009-10-28T16:36:47.573-07:00Treasure Island Gluten Free Cooking Spree! October 30http://www.celiaccentral.org/ - Register now!<br /><br />Tickets are a little steep ($50.00 - $75.00) but it looks like a worthy event.<br /><br />"The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA) invites you to participate in the <strong>San Francisco Gluten-Free Cooking Spree</strong>, an event that joins together the medical and lifestyle aspects of celiac disease to educate both doctors and chefs about celiac disease and the gluten-free diet. " <h2 style="text-align: left;"><strong>Friday, October 30, 2009<br />6:30 pm - 9:00 pm<br />Treasure Island</strong><br /><strong>Building 1 (Administration Building)<br />San Francisco, CA</strong></h2>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6219229261231211626.post-91960240343867253412009-10-28T16:25:00.000-07:002009-10-28T16:27:54.559-07:00Gluten Free Shopping Through Amazon!Amazon Gluten Free Shopping.<br /><br />My friend recently turned me on to Amazon as a great portal for, well, everything. I mean, I always knew about buying books through Amazon but never thought about finding my favorite gluten-free pretzels online through their specific gluten-free shopping portal.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss?url=search-alias%3Dgrocery&field-keywords=gluten-free&x=0&y=0">Check It Out!</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6219229261231211626.post-59557679671387729802009-03-23T22:39:00.000-07:002009-03-23T23:10:58.191-07:00What can I get you to drink?So let's not lie - your options are limited when it comes to the bar scene. There isn't a whole that replaces an ice-cold beer. But there is the ice-cold gluten-free beer! Here is a list of alcohol that is gluten-free friendly:<br /><br />Bourbon<br />Brandy<br />Cider<br />Cognac<br />Grappa<br />Potato based vodkas (Chopin)<br />Rum<br />Sake<br />Soju<br />Tequila<br />Wine (Thank GOD)<br />For a more comprehensive list, check out <a href="http://www.celiac.com/articles/222/1/Gluten-Free-Alcoholic-Beverages/Page1.html">Celiac.om</a><br /><br />Most SF bars have either bottled cider or cider on tap. I wanted to highlight a few bars in San Francisco that get the whole Celiac's issue and can either make specialty drinks on request, or have awesome ciders and gluten-free beer.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.alembicbar.com/">Alembic</a> On Upper Haight<br /><br />For a unique gluten-free cocktail, go here. The bartenders are Celiac savvy and they get creative with the tequila.<br /><br />I went there a few weeks ago and asked the bartender to make a gluten-free tequila based cocktail that was not on the menu. She asked me "sour or sweet" and made me a fantastic tequila sour drink. I went on a weeknight, so it was quiet and I got a lot of attention from the bartender. I definitely can't guarantee you will receive the same attention over the weekend.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.toronado.com/">Tornado</a> in Lower Haight<br /><br />Torando has arguably one of the best beer selections in San Francisco. So why should I dare list this as a good gluten-free watering hole? The cider! They carry this Pomegranate Cider on tap that will blow your mind. Just make sure you order quickly and confidently, otherwise expect jeers and a shout of frustration from the bartender.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.latrappesf.com/">La Trappe</a> in Northbeach<br /><br />Again I list another phenomenal Belgian Beer spot. What am I thinking? A close second to Tornado in terms of beer selection, this newer restaurant and bar also offers a wonderful gluten-free beer, <a href="http://www.glutenfreebeers.co.uk/">Greens</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://flybarandrestaurant.com/sf/">Fly Bar and Restaurant</a> in Nopa<br /><br />Awesome soju an sake cocktails! Pear cider on tap, as well.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6219229261231211626.post-15998184361782044362008-10-20T09:08:00.000-07:002009-10-28T16:30:20.601-07:00WTF?For the past three years this new change in my life has changed my lifestyle pretty dramatically. I talk about my gluten intolerance daily because it comes up everywhere. I continue to meet more people who are diagnosed with either a wheat allergy or a gluten intolerance.<br /><br />I created this blog to help people in the SF Bay area who have a wheat allergy or a gluten intolerance. I will highlight some good gluten-free eats around the city. I also hope to consolidate a collection of relevant resources to help educate you. <br /><br />Gluten-free living is different and at times challenging, but given the Bay Area's health conscious environment, you have tons of options and I hope to make some of those options more known to you.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0