Gluten-Free Reviews & Articles

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

Get Baked is located inside an antique auction house in Windsor. Set back from the main road, owners Kevin and Emily Woodward were warned that their idea for putting a bakery into one corner of the building might not work. […]

February 7, 2017 | Restaurants, Reviews, Bits and Bites

Next time you’re in Mystic, do yourself a favor and check out Zest Fresh Pastry in Stonington. Located inside a restored warehouse, you can see straight through the front of the shop into the expansive kitchen, where the staff is […]

February 6, 2017 | Bits and Bites, Your Share

Contributed by Sarah Lewis Picture this: you’re at a party enjoying the gluten-free salsa and corn tortilla chips and someone walks by and dips their pretzel/cracker/bread right into that salsa. Boom, cross-contamination. Or, it’s time to collect communion at church […]

February 2, 2017 | Bits and Bites, Outreach and Support

Were you recently diagnosed with celiac disease or Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity (NCGS)? Does your child have celiac disease or been recently diagnosed? Are you feeling overwhelmed, lost and alone, or simply confused? WE CAN HELP!  For 9 years, the Gluten […]

January 30, 2017 | Bits and Bites, Your Share

It never occurred to me that I might have celiac disease. Sure, I knew what it was, but I never thought that I would ever have to deal with it. The Early Signs  I was 33 years old and had […]

January 26, 2017 | Restaurants, Reviews, Bits and Bites

Wood-n-Tap has nine locations in the state, serving up traditional American fare, with excellent gluten-free options. Their gluten-friendly menu offers rolls for burgers and sandwiches, as well as a pizza crust.  Their Southington location has a dedicated gluten-free fryer as […]

January 24, 2017 | Bits and Bites, Reviews, Restaurants

At The Green Olive Diner in Meriden, you can eat or cheat all you want, safely. They have a dedicated prep area, a dedicated griddle/grill, and a dedicated gluten-free fryer. They even make their own gluten-free pizza dough. Know what […]

January 21, 2017 | Restaurants, Reviews, Bits and Bites

Lisa Mazotta-Ivaldi has had many different careers, but cooking and baking always held a special place in her heart. After she was diagnosed with celiac disease many years ago, she became frustrated with the lack of available options for interesting […]

January 19, 2017 | Restaurants, Reviews, Bits and Bites

Stacy Orseck, founder and owner of The Bee And The Baker, makes her treats and snacks just the way you would, if you had the time. All of her creations are free from gluten, dairy, soy, corn, and processed sugar, […]

January 15, 2017 | Restaurants, Reviews, Bits and Bites

Buddha Bistro is a small cafe located inside the Om Yoga Center in Watertown. Owned and operated by Laure Proulx, it just may be our favorite little find to date.  Laure’s philosophy is to provide simple, clean food, using fresh, […]

January 12, 2017 | Restaurants, Reviews, Bits and Bites

If you’re looking for upscale dining with an informal atmosphere, you’ll find it @the barn in Granby.  You’ll also find a menu with some really nice, clearly marked gluten-free options. From appetizers to entrees, you won’t feel like you’ve been […]

January 10, 2017 | Restaurants, Reviews, Bits and Bites

You might recognize Angela Baldanza from her recent victory on Food Network’s “Cooks Vs. Cons.”  But did you know that she and her husband Sandy own Baldanza Natural Market and Cafe in New Canaan?  Their menu is delightfully full of […]