A new gluten and dairy free bakery opened this past October on New York City’s Upper East Side. Located on Lexington Avenue between 83rd and 84th Street, By The Way Bakery is a must-visit destination for gluten free foodies. Step into the little shop, and you are greeted by the heavenly fragrance of an assortment of…
Is Your Lipstick Gluten-Free?
An article by Nicole on whether we should be using gluten free makeup. When I adopted a completely gluten free diet, it was quite an adventure making sure that every product that I bought did not contain any gluten. Gluten is a composite of proteins found in wheat. And let’s face it. It can be quite sneaky. Imagine…
Blackberries and Coconut Whipped Cream
Hi, friends! Nicole here with one of my favorite treats to make on warm spring evenings: blackberries and coconut whipped cream! My dad loves pretty much anything made with coconut so when I first discovered that coconut milk could be turned into a lovely whipped cream, I knew I’d found the perfect recipe to surprise him with.
Sardines on Cauliflower Toast with Gremolata
Drizzled with olive oil and garnished with a beautiful Mediterranean gremolata of chopped parsley, garlic, capers, and lemon zest, these sardines on cauliflower toast make an incredibly healthy and delicious lunch or even dinner. It’s hard to believe now, but there was actually a time in my life when I refused to eat sardines. I was only a kid and…
Gluten Free Dining at Colors Restaurant, NYC
If you’re ever in New York City, make sure to take a trip to the little Manhattan neighborhood north of Houston Street known as NoHo. Tucked away on Lafayette in between 4th Street and Astor Place is Colors, a 100% gluten-free restaurant. This is the gluten-free foodie’s dream come true: a night out enjoying a wonderful…
Gluten Free Quinoa and Sausage Stuffed Peppers
A new year is all about trying new things. When I saw these large and beautifully colorful bell peppers at the local supermarket, I knew I had to use them for a recipe here on the blog. I realized that I’ve never made stuffed peppers before, and honestly I don’t know why it has taken me so long. I…
Zoodles (Zucchini Noodles) With Clam Sauce
My mom’s new spiralizer from Paderno World Cuisine turns zucchini into noodle-like swirls, a perfect pasta substitute. I had no idea what to expect the first time I tried zoodles, but ever since enjoying that first bowl of delicious zoodles and meatballs, I’ve been a bit zoodles obsessed. On New Year’s Eve, my mom and…
Gluten Free Bacon and Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
These beautiful little mushrooms are stuffed to overflowing with savory Italian sweet sausage, bacon bits, and Mascarpone cheese. They’re my signature dish that I make each year for my family’s New Year’s Eve party. This December, though, I became a little impatient having to wait until the very last day of the year to enjoy…