Here’s a list of restaurants that carry GF items. Amici’s Cupertino, Menlo Park, Mountain View, San Jose, San Mateo, + other locations Applewood Pizza applewoodpizza.com 1001 El Camino Real, Menlo Park 650-324-3486 Cafe Riace http://www.cafferiace.com/ 200 Sheridan Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 650-328-0407 all their pasta is GF City Lights Espresso (or Cafe) https://citylightscafe.dashorder.com/order 1171 Homestead,...

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If you’re looking for some fast food while rushing between business appointments or need to grab a quick bite before your son’s soccer game, there’s some good news. Several large fast food restaurants are now offering some gluten free items, affirming the 2010 food predictions that I shared with you recently.  Here are a few recent examples: Last week, Burger King  officially released their list of...

Until the last few years, celiac disease was an obscure, little-known condition and people who had it were extremely limited in terms of what they could eat or even where to turn for help managing their condition. That has changed dramatically with new studies on celiac disease, abundant online information and support, and a generous selection of gluten-free products, including bread, cookies, cereal and the like in specialty...

I’m a true chocolate lover but because I have celiac and also have an intolerance for soy, egg and dairy, I always need to carefully check labels from any store bought the items to make sure that they are  free of any foods that may cause me a problem. I have loved See’s Candy since my childhood. And, by contacting See’s directly, I found that they have  great lists for all their products which are...

Call ahead and talk to the manager or chef Avoid “rush” hour or holidays Simplify your order as much as possible Voice your appreciation Tip generously In case of emergency, bring your epi-pen or medication