Author Archives: benk

Request for comments on regulations.gov for Gluten-Free Labeling of Foods

I found a link to a proposal open for comments having to do with labeling gluten free foods. The link is: http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm265838.htm My comment went as follows: I would strongly recommend that two labels be created, Gluten-Free, and Gluten-Safe. This … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Washington State Targets Celiac Sufferers With New Tax

June 1st, 2010 a new tax has gone into effect that specifically targets celiac sufferers. While dubbed a sin tax it specifically targets candy. By Washington state code candy doesn’t contain flour even if it is a food that the … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Gluten Free Ice Cream Sandwitches

I recently found gluten free ice cream sandwiches at the local Whole Foods in Vancouver, WA. They come four to a cardboard tube. These make a welcome treat in a world otherwise without ice cream sandwiches in an above average … Continue reading

Posted in Dining In, Gluten Free | Tagged , | Leave a comment

Hello world!

I didn’t expect main stream support in the baking isle. Betty Crocker now has gluten free mixes. They are doing a give away too. Seen at http://www.befreeforme.com/blog/?p=961, Pressing option 4 at General Mill’s customer service number 1-800-446-1898 will get to … Continue reading

Posted in Dining In, Gluten Free | Tagged , , | 1 Comment

Nature’s Corner Cafe and Market – Gluten free in Florence, Oregon

Saturday, January 26, 2007 What a treat to find a restaurant in Florence, Oregon that serves gluten-free pancakes for breakfast! On the south end of town, just before the bridge is a nice little restaurant and market, Nature’s Corner Cafe … Continue reading

Posted in Dining Out, Gluten Free | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Gluten Free Options in Florence, Oregon

Florence is a nice coastal community on the North end of the Sand Dunes. Gluten free traveling is always somewhat stressful. Traveling to Florence you can find the two chain restaurants with gluten free options in Eugene. Eugene has a P.F. … Continue reading

Posted in Dining Out, Gluten Free | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

The Gluten Free Pantry Muffin and Scone Mix

When you are craving a gluten free treat try The Gluten Free Pantry’s Muffin and Scone Mix. Although good by itself we add fruit or berries to keep them moist a day longer. [asa]B000EVE3YE[/asa]

Posted in Dining In, Gluten Free | Leave a comment

Gluten Free Pantry Gluten Free Sandwich Bread Mix

The Gluten Free Pantry has a wonderful white sandwich bread mix. The Gluten Free Pantry mix makes an excellent ‘toaster’ bread as well as the advertised sandwich bread. This is one of the recommend mixes to have on hand. [asa]B000EVG8H4[/asa]

Posted in Dining In, Gluten Free | Leave a comment

P.F. Chang’s China Bistro – Tualatin, OR

If you have not been to a P.F. Chang’s then you likely have a Chinese food sized hole in your middle. Sporting a Gluten Free Menu, P.F. Chang’s features a gluten free soy sauce. (If you are new to this … Continue reading

Posted in Dining Out, Gluten Free | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Pamela’s Baking & Pancake Mix Makes Gluten Free Baking Easy

If you haven’t tried Pamela’s Baking & Pancake Mix as a replacement for white wheat flour, you’re missing the gluten free boat. This mix works excellent for cookies and pancakes. Try it as a direct 1:1 replacement in your wheat … Continue reading

Posted in Dining In, Gluten Free | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment