Gluten-Free Reviews & Articles

April 9, 2017 | Bits and Bites, Reviews, Restaurants

Liquid Nirvana is aptly named. Family owned with two locations in Glastonbury and Avon, these guys really know how to blend juices, smoothies and bowls. They source locally as much as possible, using many organic ingredients. They even use Pure […]

April 4, 2017 | Bits and Bites, Reviews, Restaurants

If you think you’ve had enough gluten-free cupcakes, think again. Sassy Mama Sweets in Southington has managed to turn our favorite treats up a notch…and we guarantee you’ll like this one! Cupcake Flavors Galore at Southington GF Bakery!  At Sassy […]

March 31, 2017 | Bits and Bites, Reviews, Restaurants

 Starbucks finally did it. They have given us smoked Canadian bacon, egg, and reduced fat cheddar cheese on a ciabatta roll. All gluten free, and celiac safe, or as safe as it gets for a national chain.  These sandwiches arrive […]

March 16, 2017 | Bits and Bites, Recipes

Taylor Grant Greenberg, food blogger and one of Gluten-Free Connecticut’s local contributors, has done our gluten-free Irish soda bread research for us!  Taking the best parts of all the her favorite recipes, she’s created the ultimate gluten-free Irish soda bread. […]

March 14, 2017 | Bits and Bites, Reviews, Restaurants

Nature’s Health Store is everything we’d want our neighborhood health food store to be, and then some. A good-sized market with all sorts of gluten-free, vegan, and healthy groceries, a wide selection of herbs and supplements, a wonderful cafe with […]

March 9, 2017 | Bits and Bites, Reviews, Restaurants

If you’re curious about eating raw, Catch a Healthy Habit in Fairfield is the perfect to place to give it a go.  If you eat raw and you’re already a Catch a Healthy Habit fan, then you’re very smart! Owners […]

March 3, 2017 | Bits and Bites, Recipes

Whether you’re a buyer or a baker, we’ve got you covered for Purim! Izzi B’s Allergen Free Bakery is vegan and free from gluten, peanuts, dairy, eggs, artificial colors, preservatives, tree nuts, soy, and refined sugars. She doesn’t have a […]

March 1, 2017 | Bits and Bites, Reviews, Restaurants

Hidden in the corner of a retail center in Westport you’ll find Le Rouge, a small artisan chocolate shop owned by Aarti Khosla.   But this isn’t just any old chocolate shop. Aarti makes every truffle, cake and chocolate-dipped apricot […]

February 27, 2017 | Bits and Bites, Reviews, Restaurants

Sometimes you just want good Chinese takeout. Or, in many cases these days, mixed Asian cuisine. So today we share with you our favorite eat-in and take-out place for doing just that. Meadow Asian Cuisine, with locations in Simsbury and […]

February 26, 2017 | Bits and Bites, Parenting

If you have a child with celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, or any food allergy, you know how hard birthday parties can be.  But Liz Cerrato, owner of Food Jules in Monroe, CT,  is making it easier. She provides healthy, allergy-friendly […]

February 18, 2017 | Bits and Bites, Reviews, Restaurants

Spiro and Julia Koulouris, owners of Heirloom Market at Comstock Ferre in Wethersfield, have done more than just bring new life to an historic building. They’ve created a hip and comfortable gathering spot that’s quickly become a local favorite for […]

February 12, 2017 | Bits and Bites, Celiac-on-the-Street, Recipes

If you’re like us, you used to eat challah BGF – before gluten free. And, if you’re like us, you miss it terribly. What’s better than challah french toast?  In an effort to help you find the best GF challah, […]