Travel Gluten Free

Travel Gluten Free Podcast

Season 09 Episode 07

What to Pack and How to Pack When Traveling Gluten Free

Do you know what to pack when you’re flying gluten free traveler? Do you know how to pack your travel items for your next gluten free vacation? If not, then listen in to today’s Travel Gluten-free Podcast, where I give you the how-to, 411 on the what, where, and how to pack when you’re flying gluten free. 

The Magic of Your Medicine Bag

When flying gluten-free, you want to know about this not-well-known piece of information. If you have a disability, and any auto-immune disease is considered a disability, you have the right to carry one extra bag for medical supplies. In addition to the two bags you can carry on, you get one extra. Here’s the link to the TSA article, which explains in detail what you can bring and what they allow on the airplane when you travel with a medical bag. 

Don’t have a medical bag? Get the PracMedic Travel Medicine Bag. I just picked one up from Amazon, and I’m very excited to travel with this handy medical bag. I’ve been able to stuff lots of supplements and all my prescriptions, along with my spray hand sanitizer, into this convenient bag that has a shoulder strap for easy carrying through the airport. 

And if you need a clear, quart-sized travel case for your toiletries because the TSA agent took yours the last time you went through security (like the rude agent who I encountered at the St. Louis airport), then grab this amazing deal from CBGE! Three TSA-approved quart-sized toiletry bags for men or women for under $11.

Types of Snacks to Carry with You on Your Airplane Trip

I never considered this until two years ago, but I now carry a non-peanut, nut-free snack with me on the airplane. Why? Because every once in a while, there’s someone with a severe nut allergy, and they won’t serve nut snacks. In addition, you can’t eat anything with nuts. Since many gluten-free items I eat contain almond flour or nuts, I always bring a second nut-free snack when I fly.

Water Bottles and Protein Drink Shakers

I’m a big proponent of carrying your own water and shaker bottles when flying, especially if you’re traveling on a red-eye flight. Bring a metal water bottle from Swell (that’s also insulated to keep your water cool) and a shaker bottle with a metal shaker ball as they are more durable and they contain less plastic (I’m doing my best to reduce my plastic use!) Check out the Blender Bottle store on Amazon - they even have bottles in your favorite movie themes, such as Star Wars and Harry Potter!

Podcast Resources

Journey with Travel Gluten Free when you get The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free 

which walks you through planning your next gluten-free travel adventure!

Get the best tool for traveling gluten free with Equal Eats Cards

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Season 09 Episode 06

Traveling and Eating Gluten Free with Kyle from Equal Eats Cards

In today’s  Travel Gluten-free Podcast, we are joined by Kyle Dine, the founder, and creator of Equal Eats Cards. Kyle has created one of the most important tools for the gluten free traveler or anyone with food allergies who eat out, especially when you’re traveling to another country.

Growing Up with Multiple Food Allergies

Kyle grew up with multiple food allergies since he was a baby. His allergies include peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, and shellfish. In addition, his wife has Celiac disease, so their kitchen is color coded, and they each have their own appliances to prepare food at home. 

Creating Equal Eats Cards

Seeing a need for a professionally translated allergen card that would be taken seriously by wait for staff and others in the food industry, Kyle went on to survey over 2000 people with food allergies along with 60 professionals in the healthcare industry to find out what they were looking for when it came to an allergy translation card. He repeatedly found that the card needed to be plastic, have allergen information, and need to list what to avoid and what precautions to take when making food for those of us with dietary restrictions.

Equal Eats Cards Options

With his mission to empower people living with dietary restrictions to enjoy food everywhere by providing an accurate, accessible, and seamless technology solution to help communicate their dietary restrictions effectively, accurately, and conveniently - wherever their life takes them. Kyle takes great effort to give each individual a customizable option for their card. For example, you can add Celiac, vegan, vegetarian, food allergies, and food intolerances so your wait staff knows all the foods you can’t eat. There are dozens of food allergy and intolerance options and dietary choices you can order on Equal Eats. This comes in very handy when you’re ordering food when you’re in a country in which you don’t understand the language.

Podcast Resources

Journey with Travel Gluten Free when you get The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free 

which walks you through planning your next gluten-free travel adventure!

Get the best tool for traveling gluten free with Equal Eats Cards

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Season 09 Episode 05

Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip

In today’s  Travel Gluten-free Podcast, we are joined by Paige Olsen as we talk about her experience of the pacific coast highway road trip. Paige is a beach lover living her lifelong dream of living by the beach. Paige and her husband host The Beach Speaks podcast for beach lovers. Paige is a competitive swimmer, pilot, yoga instructor, and vegan.

Love for the Beach and Meeting Soulmate

Paige was born and lived outside New York City as a child, and they would frequent a particular beach club leading to her love for the beach. Paige shares her experience of the different kinds of beaches in Florida and their unique features. Having worked in the aviation industry for quite some time and always harboring the desire to live by the beach, Paige woke up one morning and decided to actualize her dream by quitting her 9 to 5 job. After that, Paige met her husband when she signed up on a dating website. Paige talks about the circumstances around meeting her husband and how everything fell into place.

Learning to Fly

Paige learned to fly while working at an airport in Fort Sill, Oklahoma. During this time, Paige was married to a military officer who was also a flight instructor. Paige talks about her journey of acquiring a private pilot’s license and an instrument license afterward. 

The Pacific Coast Highway Trip

Paige got married right before the pandemic, and they didn’t get to go on honeymoon. Later on, while planning for their honeymoon, she had an idea of taking a pacific coast highway trip and making it a beach adventure. The pacific coast highway is a pretty long drive. We talk about our amazing experiences during our respective trips and highlight some great activities and notable stops for those planning a similar journey.

Paige combined her Pacific highway trip with a visit to Costa Rica, and she shares her experience of the gluten-free and vegan menus in the Costa Rican resorts and restaurants while revealing some excellent tips for travelers to Costa Rica.

Podcast Resources

Journey with Travel Gluten Free when you get The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free 

which walks you through planning your next gluten-free travel adventure!

Get the best tool for traveling gluten free with Equal Eats Cards

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Season 09 Episode 04

Celiac Disease Awareness Month

May is Celiac disease awareness month, a special time to create public awareness about the disease, which can have devastating effects if not diagnosed early and managed since it has no known cure. Join us for today’s  Travel Gluten-free Podcast to learn about the history of Celiac disease and the importance of educating the public and restaurant staff about Celiac disease. Thank you to Beyond Celiac for their fantastic Celiac history timeline.

History of Celiac Disease

Celiac disease has been in the human gene pool for a long time. The earliest archeological finding that shows evidence of Celiac disease dates back to the first century. For example, the archeological dig in Corsa, Italy, in 2008 revealed a first-century woman whose skeleton had the Celiac gene. One notable public figure whose records show had Celiac disease was Blaise Pascal in the 1600s. Other mentions of Celiac disease in the past were by physicians Matthew Baillie and Samuel Ghee in the 1800s. 

Celiac Disease Support Groups

In 2003, the first organization for Celiac was founded, and it was initially named The National Organization for Celiac Awareness, later renamed Beyond Celiac. The organization was formed to drive the diagnosis of Celiac disease and enable access to gluten-free food. Beyond Celiac also pivots for research for a cure since it was established that a gluten-free diet is insufficient for many patients. 

Many other organizations have since been formed in different parts of the World to support Celiac research and treatments, such as; The National Celiac Association, Celiac Disease Foundation, Gluten Intolerance Group, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases in the United States. There are also two other resources outside the United States: the Canadian Celiac Association and the Australian Celiac Organization.

Podcast Resources

Journey with Travel Gluten Free when you get The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free 

which walks you through planning your next gluten-free travel adventure!

Get the best tool for traveling gluten free with Equal Eats Cards

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Season 09 Episode 03

Gluten Free Pasta and Pretzel Product Reviews

Did you know that if you're Celiac, you can still choose from several different brands and flavors of gluten-free pretzels and pasta? You don't need to eliminate pasta or pretzels from your diet! There is an abundance of gluten-free pasta and pretzels on the market. Join us for today's Travel Gluten-free Podcast as we review the best gluten-free pasta and pretzels.

Gluten free Pasta

Barilla gluten free pasta comes in all shapes and sizes. One thing that sets Barilla pasta apart is its fabulous gluten-free lasagna sheets. Banza is another excellent pasta brand made from chickpeas, giving it a good texture. Jovial gluten-free pasta, which is made from rice. Jovial pasta stands out because of the gluten-free egg noodles, a unique product in the market. Lotus Foods makes several different flavors of gluten free ramen noodles.

Annie's is another gluten-free pasta that is rice based and is especially loved for its mac and cheese variety. If you are gluten-free and vegan, Daiya is an excellent alternative to macaroni and cheese. All Daiya products are gluten and dairy-free, making them a safer choice for Celiacs. Amy's Pasta has a gluten-free line to cater to the gluten intolerant. Amy's has excellent gluten-free frozen dinners and gluten free burritos.

Gluten free Pretzels

First on our list is Fitjoy gluten free and grain-free pretzels. Snyder's is another excellent brand that makes pretzels, including minis and pretzel sticks. Glutino is a gluten-free pretzel brand that has been in the market for decades and has improved the quality of its pretzels. If you love sea-salt pretzels, look for Good Health. Finally, snack Factory makes gluten-free pretzel crisps that are crunchy with a nice texture. 

Quinn Snacks has had regular pretzels and now has gluten-free ones. The dark chocolate-filled pretzels and Quinn peanut butter pretzels are incredibly delicious and a must-try. From the Ground Up also makes gluten and grain-free cauliflower pretzels with a fantastic taste. Savor by Suzie also makes gluten-free and grain-free pretzels, including garlic, onion, and spicy flavor. 

Podcast Resources

Journey with Travel Gluten Free when you get The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free 

which walks you through planning your next gluten-free travel adventure!

Get the best tool for traveling gluten free with Equal Eats Cards

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Season 09 Episode 02

Best Gluten Free Desserts to Make at Home

Are you a Celiac with a sweet tooth and loves eating gluten free dessert? Living a gluten-free lifestyle doesn't mean you can't enjoy dessert. Join us for today's Travel Gluten-free Podcast as we share delicious gluten-free desserts you can make at home.

Best Gluten Free Desserts to Make at Home

First on our list of the best Gluten-free desserts is Gluten-free Lemon Bars. Lemon bars are a favorite for many people during the summer and are simple to make. Are you a white chocolate chip fan? If you answer yes, you will love our next gluten-free dessert, blondies. Gluten-free blondies are made using white chocolate.

Apple pies make a fantastic dessert, especially during the summer and for barbeques. We recommend using Wholly Gluten-free pie shells because they are free of other allergens besides gluten. If you can't find Wholly Gluten Free Pie Shells, grab a box of King Arthur gluten free pie crust mix. 

Gluten-free soft pretzels, especially the ones from Moms Place Gluten Free, are great for snacking. Gluten-free pretzels are either made from corn starch or grain-free, so you can pick according to your preference. Gluten-free graham crackers are another great dessert despite their taking much time to prepare. Another dessert that uses marshmallows is rice crispy treats. Note that some rice cereal brands, besides Malt O'Meal, contain malt.

Banana bread is another delicious gluten-free dessert. Pick ripe bananas to make your bread sweeter and more moist. The best flour to use is cassava flour. Cheesecakes are easy to make, and you could also buy ready-made ones, such as the Gem City cheesecake, and add it to your gluten-free graham cracker shells.

My favorite gluten-free pasta is Banza, and it's made of chickpeas, which has a great texture and is less foamy when cooking because it's high in protein. I also love Capello's gluten-free pasta made from almond flour. 

Podcast Resources

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Travel Gluten Free Podcast

Season 09 Episode 01

Travel Gluten Free on International Flights

We kick off Season 09 of the Travel Gluten-free Podcast with an informational episode giving the gluten free traveler advice on how to navigate international air travel. While domestic air travel can be challenging, adding more hours and a foreign language or two gives us more hurdles to overcome when we are on our vacation. However, we can still navigate the international travel scene without getting sick when you know what to do and how to prepare for travel to Europe, Asia, Africa, Iceland, or South America.

Finding Gluten Free Eats at Airports

While some airports, such as Atlanta International have food guides to show you which restaurants could possibly accommodate a gluten-free eater, they may not be safe for someone who is Celiac because preparation of the food is essential for safe eating! However, you can use the Find Me Gluten Free app - even inside airports - to find safe food to eat. If you’re flying through Portland (PDX) you can definitely eat at the Burgerville restaurant, just make sure to tell them to tag your order with a gluten allergy.

Using Equal Eats Cards at International Airports

I absolutely love Equal Eats cards! They not only tell wait staff and chefs what you can and can’t eat in the foreign language of your choice, they also inform food preparation people about how your food needs to be handled. In addition, they are well-vetted and can be customized for food allergies, and sensitivities in addition to the details of Celiac disease, bringing an extra level of safety to traveling gluten free.

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Season 08 Episode 28

Gluten Free European Bakeries with Matt from Gluten Free Street Gang

Join us in today’s Travel Gluten-free Podcast as Matt from the Gluten Free Street Gang and I chat about the favorite bakeries he’s visited throughout Europe! We talk about where you can find the best gluten free croissants, gluten free cake, and gluten free pastries around the world.

The Popularity of Gluten Free Bakeries

There are many gluten-free bakeries in European countries that offer a variety of gluten-free baked goods such as bread, pastries, and desserts. Some of these bakeries may be dedicated exclusively to gluten-free products, while others may offer both gluten-free and gluten-containing options.

It is worth noting that the availability and popularity of gluten-free products has increased significantly in recent years, so it is likely that there are many options for those following a gluten-free diet in these countries. 

About Matt Bzedl

Matt grew up outside the US with expat parents and travel has been a constant of his life since he was a toddler. Matt has been on a gluten free diet since December 2013 and has IBS. While gluten isn’t the only culprit, gluten is his worst offender.  He started my meme account after getting an idea for a meme about Starbucks discontinuing their gluten free breakfast sandwich. 

Matt has run the largest gluten free meme account on Instagram for a little over two years and is proud to both be a leader in our community as well as building connections with people from all over the world who find my his relatable. 

The name of his account comes from a soccer team he was on when living in the US. Matt had a wild assortment of injuries and with the constant jokes about being in his mid-20s going on 80, the name "Retirement Home Street Gang" was born. The name Gluten Free Street Gang came about as an extension of that name.

He’s been to 27 countries (and lived in four countries if you count study abroad). His best travel story is when he was working in Belgium and took a sleeper train with some friends and woke up in a different country than his intended travel destination. Matt hopes to keep travel as a central content theme for his upcoming work.

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Season 08 Episode 27

What is in Gluten-free Bread?

The holiday season is upon us, and it’s that time of the year we will be doing lots of cooking for our family and friends, so we need to be extra careful to ensure our food is gluten-free. Join us in today’s Travel Gluten-free Podcast as we talk about what is in gluten-free bread as we also look in depth at gluten-free grains and non-grain gluten-free flour.

Gluten-free Versus Certified Gluten-free

In America, it takes up to six months to pull a product that doesn’t have the correct label off the shelf, so you want to be keen on any product labeled as gluten-free because it might have been processed in a facility that handles wheat. Find out why as a Celiac, you should always go for certified gluten-free products. I will also share the certifications that come with certified gluten-free foods.

Gluten-free Bread Ingredients

Listen in as I share the different non-grain gluten-free flour, usually made from root vegetables or nuts. Gluten-free grain flours are okay for Celiacs so long as they are produced in a facility that doesn’t handle gluten. Find out some amazing grain-based gluten-free flour to bake your bread. 

Additional Ingredients for your Gluten-free Bread

Gluten-free bread tends to be a little drier because they lack gluten. I share the trick I use to make my gluten-free bread moist, plus other ingredients that will make your bread tastier and fluffier whether you are vegan or not. Also, find out why I picked  Simple Mills as one of my brand partners as I take you through some of my favorite ingredients from Simple Mills.

Resources

Check out Gluten-free Ingredients at Simple Mills

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Season 08 Episode 26

How to Find Gluten Free Restaurants with Ellen from the Celiac Scene

Travel Gluten-free Podcast has a repeat guest today! We bring you this episode from the Canadian Brewhouse in Victoria, Canada. Ellen from The Celiac Scene joins us to discuss why Victoria, Canada, is a great gluten-free destination. Ellen founded The Celiac Scene, a website that is your premier resource for fabulous gluten-free living in Victoria, Vancouver Island & the Gulf Islands.

Ellen’s Gluten-free Journey and the Founding of The Celiac Scene 

Ellen shares how she discovered she was a Celiac in 2003 and later founded The Celiac Scene in 2008 after attending the Canadian Celiac Association conference. Ellen talks about growing The Celiac Scene, starting with covering gluten-free restaurants in Victoria, Canada, to the rest of the country.

No certification ensures a restaurant is Celiac-safe all the time. Ellen talks about how Celiacs can collaborate with restaurants to ensure their needs are met. Ellen also expounds on how The Celiac Scene vets restaurants before including them in their platform.

Great Gluten-free Restaurants in Victoria

Ellen takes us through some restaurants in Victoria, such as the Six Mile Pub and 900 Degrees Neopolitan Pizza, that cater to Celiacs and also shares their inspiring back stories of how they came to offer gluten-free food. Food trucks are becoming common in Victoria. Listen in as Ellen talks about Taco Revolution and other food trucks offering gluten-free food in the Victoria area.

Ellen shares some gluten-free bakeries, such as the Wild Poppy Bakery in Lady Smith and Bake My Day. We also talk about the Canadian Brewhouse, a 43-chain restaurant that has taken an exceptional step to offer gluten-free food and drinks.

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Season 08 Episode 25

How to be a Gluten Free Nomad

Today’s topic of discussion in the  Travel Gluten-free Podcast is how to be a gluten-free nomad. Leigh Holson, a gluten-free digital nomad, joins us for this discussion. Leigh hosts two podcasts; The Heritage Cookbook Project and As We Eat.

Becoming a Gluten Free Nomad 

After years of having gut issues and experiencing severe weight loss, Leigh discovered she was gluten intolerant. Listen in as Leigh talks about her journey of going gluten-free. During the pandemic, Leigh and her husband adopted the nomad lifestyle. Leigh talks about what motivated them to be nomads and the steps they took to actualize their goals. 

Leigh has been a nomad for one and half years, and she shares with us why it’s essential to research and plan ahead. Albeit having a few challenges adjusting to the nomad lifestyle, Leigh talks about some setbacks they have experienced and how they went around them. Leigh discusses the apps they use to find places to park and create a sense of community with other nomads.

Eating Gluten-free as a Digital Nomad 

Leigh and her husband usually prepare their own food and have designed and built their gluten-free kitchen, which works for their nomad lifestyle. Leigh shares their kitchen design and the kitchen equipment they use. Leigh also talks about the steps they take to find gluten-free restaurants whenever they have to eat out. 

Connect with Leigh

Find Leigh on Facebook and on the web.

Podcasts; As We Eat and The Heritage Cookbook Project.

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Season 08 Episode 24

Navigating the Gluten-Free Lifestyle

Today’s Travel Gluten-free Podcast is joined by Professional Tap Dancers Antony and Staci Lo Cascio, formerly of Tap Dogs and Sesame street, respectively, as we talk about navigating the gluten-free lifestyle. Antony and Staci Co-authored the international best seller handbook “Food as a Prescription” after experiencing severe health changes.

Transitioning to the Gluten-free Lifestyle

Find out why Antony and Staci consider themselves gluten-free plus. Antony and Staci share the life-changing events that led them to adopt the gluten-free lifestyle. Antony and Staci demystify diet and why it’s not just a one-off thing you do to lose weight but should be a lifestyle to help you sustain a healthy life. Diet is the foundation of a healthy life. We also share why you can never replace a healthy diet with exercise or supplements, as some believe.

Antony and Staci are frequent travelers. They share with us how they were surprised to discover many gluten-free places due to listening to our travel gluten-free podcast, plus other valuable tips they learned from our travel gluten-free series. Antony and Staci share their experience of calling restaurants ahead to find out if they can meet their food needs and the lessons they have learned in the process.

NRT and Hidden Gluten 

Listen in as Antony expounds on what Nutrition Response Test (NRT) entails and how it helped him to address recurrent health challenges that couldn’t go away successfully. Staci also chimes in with her experience identifying copper toxicity she had using the NRT test. Antony and Staci take us through the Food as a Prescription chapter that highlights items containing gluten and other allergens, for instance, hair dyes, perfumes, shampoos, tattoos, and many more.

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Venice, Florida Seed to Table Vegan Eatery

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Season 08 Episode 23

Top American Cities for Gluten Free Travel

Which Cities are your favorite travel destinations? Listen in as we share the top American cities for gluten-free travelers in today’s Travel Gluten-free Podcast.

The Top Six American Cities for Gluten-free Travel

Renowned for having the most dedicated gluten-free bakeries worldwide, New York City is first on our list. I will take you through some of the outstanding bakeries and restaurants in New York City. Philadelphia is second on our list. Discover why Fox and Sons are my favorite gluten-free restaurant in Philadelphia as I share with you other dedicated gluten-free places in the city. With 15 dedicated gluten-free restaurants, Portland is third on our list. I share the top gluten-free restaurants in Portland that I have been to and the unique foods on their menu.

The best Indian food I have ever taken was in Austin, Texas, our fourth city for gluten-free travelers. Besides the great music, Austin has some great gluten-free places. San Diego, California, takes the fifth spot on our list for being a top gluten-free destination and having the most vegan restaurants. Our final City is Chicago, which has impressive architecture and many dedicated gluten-free restaurants that I share with you, including a restaurant serving tasty Greek food.

Dedicated Gluten-free Restaurants

Portland Bierly Brewing, Velvet Monkey tea 

Philadelphia Fox and Sons

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Season 08 Episode 22

What to Carry in Your Gluten Free Carry On Bag

Join me in today's Travel Gluten-free Podcast as we talk about what to carry in your gluten-free carry-on bag during your travels such as food, medicine, and other great gluten-free travel tips!

Gluten-free Medicine

Some medications have gluten, and it's not indicated on the package. Besides, you may not find all the medications you need at the airport, so pack your gluten-free medication when traveling. I talk about why medicine is essential in your gluten-free carry-on bag. Also, I give you tips on how to package your medicine using zip lock bags and vitamin bags. I also touch on the need to take advantage of your special privilege under the American disability act, which allows Celiacs to carry an extra bag that contains medical supplies. 

Single Serving Gluten Free Snacks

The post-Covid era has brought some uncertainty to the supply chain, and airlines keep changing the snacks they offer. It is, therefore, vital not to rely upon airlines to provide you with gluten-free snacks. I share with you why gluten-free single-serving snacks are a great option to carry with you, especially if you are traveling with kids.

Extra Tips When Packing Your Gluten Free Carry on Bags

Shaker metal bottles are better mixers; however, they may make unnecessary noise while carrying them around. I recommend some tips on how to pack your shaker bottles to minimize the noise and how to pack and use single-serve protein drinks with your shaker bottle.

Supplements are essential in your carry-on bag because of the risk of cross-contamination while traveling. We all need different supplements, and you should consult your doctor to determine which ones are good for you. Discover why I always pack ginger, charcoal, probiotics, and enzymes as part of my supplements when traveling. Finally, what is personal flatware? Listen in to discover why I include personal flatware in my gluten-free carry-on bag for my travels.

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The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free will walk you through planning and enjoying your next gluten-free travel adventure!

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Season 08 Episode 21

The Ten Places Gluten Hides

Upon learning that she had Celiac disease, Miri Pizan  was dismayed to discover how little the general public knew about food allergies and set about educating everyone on how to accommodate those with medical food restrictions, to build stronger community bonds. In today’s Travel Gluten-free Podcast, Miri Pizann from the Safely Sated Gluten Free Consulting, joins us as we talk about the ten places gluten hides.

Miri’s Gluten-free Journey

Acid reflux issues and some discomforts here and there was Miri's starting point in discovering she was gluten intolerant. Miri shares with us the challenges she faced while figuring out what was safe to eat after being diagnosed with Celiac and how she came to learn of so many alternative foods that are gluten-free and tasty. In her journey, Gluten-free cookbooks were a major resource that Miri relied on to identify recipes. Listen in as Miri shares with us some of her favorite gluten-free cookbooks.

The Founding of Safely Sated Gluten-free Consulting

Receiving a vote of confidence that she could educate others on the gluten-free lifestyle, from a member of her women’s group, set Miri on the path of starting Safely Sated Gluten-free Consulting. Miri talks about how her experience and knowledge of a Gluten-free lifestyle were fundamental in running Safely Sated Gluten-free Consulting.

What Should Be Your  First Step After a Diagnosis with Celiac

How do you have fun and enjoy good things while living a Gluten-free life? This is a fundamental question many Celiacs have to answer for themselves. Miri suggests starting with easy wins by beginning with easy recipes and using readily available ingredients. Listen in as Miri shares some great foods to try out and what to avoid as you adjust to living a gluten-free life.

The Places That Gluten Hides

Miri recommends finding hidden gluten as another important step to take as a newly diagnosed Celiac. Soy sauce, Licorice, some mixed spices, toothpaste, pet food, and cosmetics are among products we use frequently that have hidden gluten. Miri takes us through a comprehensive list of items that contain gluten and should be avoided. Besides what to avoid, Miri also highlights some great alternatives to ensure you pick products that are safe for Celiacs.

Extra Benefits of Eating Gluten-free

Maintaining a healthy weight, being more open to trying out new recipes that are more nutritious, and having an enhanced taste bud are a few of the additional benefits of living Gluten-free. We discuss some of the benefits we have enjoyed as a result of adopting the Gluten-free lifestyle.

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Season 08 Episode 20

In today's Travel Gluten-free Podcast, we continue with our Portland Gluten-free series, where we shall be sampling the dishes at Tiny Moreso Cafe together with Heather Zeitzwolfe from Get the Balance Right podcast.

The Variety of Foods at Tiny Moreso Cafe in Portland

Tiny Moreso is a unique cafe with a casual vibe and a food menu that is more on the healthier side. From its sustainability theme to the unique color combinations and the bathroom with words spelled backward, join us as we talk more about what sets this cafe apart.

All the foods at TinyMoreso are vegan and 100 percent gluten-free, so you don't have to worry about cross-contamination. The food menu at Tiny Moreso has a great variety; you have smoothies, juices, bowls, and pastries. We also come across this excellent drink which is ideal for Celiacs because it has ginger, turmeric, and other ingredients. 

Listen in as we try out the sweet and healthy foods at Tiny Moreso. Also, find out why we gave Tiny Moreso cafe a five on our scale of one to five.

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Season 08 Episode 18

In today's Travel Gluten-free Podcast, Heather Zeitzwolfe from Get the Balance Right podcast joins us as we sample the dishes at Groundbreaker Brewery as part of our Portland Gluten-free series. Groundbreaker is the first dedicated gluten-free brewery in Portland, Oregon and we were happy with the choices of food and beverages.

What's Different at Groundbreaker Brewery?

The Groundbreaker brewery is in a nice sunny spot with indoor and outside seating, making it a great restaurant to eat at during the summertime. We talk more about the unique features at Groundbreaker brewery that sets it apart from others.

The Groundbreaker brewery offers nine varieties of gluten-free beer; all their food is vegan and gluten-free. The beers have labels indicating all their ingredients. Join us as we sample the baked mac, cheese, and fish sandwiches. We will also walk you through the mouth-watering food dishes at Groundbreaker brewery.

We conclude by ranking the Groundbreaker brewery on a scale of one to five. Find out our final ranking of Groundbreaker brewery compared to the other restaurants in Portland in our gluten-free series.

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Season 08 Episode 17

Heather Zeitzwolfe from Get the Balance Right podcast joins us in today's Travel Gluten-free Podcast as we sample the dishes at Cascadia Gluten-free Bakery. We enjoyed visiting this bakery as it was the best bakery for bagels and gluten free and vegan cookie dough!

What Stands Out at Cascadia Gluten-free Bakery?

We talk about what is most likely to stand out when you first visit Cascadia Gluten-free bakery, from the architecture to the expansiveness of the bakery. Cascadia gluten-free bakery also has a spacious indoor dining area, and we also share why it's an excellent place to do your work. In addition, the food items at Cascadia Bakery are well labeled, and they mention all the other allergens in their products. 

Cascadia Gluten-free Bakery has some unique items such as the take-and-go gluten-free pizza dough, chocolate chip cookie dough, four-pack poppy seed bagels, and a variety of canned drinks. Join us as we sample these food items and more at Cascadia Bakery.  

Heather tells us why she loved the cookie dough at Cascadia Gluten-free bakery compared to others. Heather also gives us tips on preparing the cookie and pizza dough at home. Find out our final ranking of Cascadia Gluten-free Bakery on a scale of one to five.

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Travel Gluten-Free Podcast

Season 08 Episode 04

Gluten Free Gem Gluten Free and Vegan Bakery in Portland Oregon

In today’s Travel Gluten-free Podcast, we are joined by Heather Zeitzwolfe from Get the Balance Right podcast, as we sample the mouth-watering gluten-free and vegan delicacies at Gluten-free Gem Bakery in Portland.

Gluten-free Desserts

People often assume that gluten-free desserts are dry; however, the desserts at Gluten-free Gem Bakery are sweet and moist. Listen in as we sample the wide range of desserts at Gluten-free Gem Bakery.

What Sets Gluten-free Gem Bakery Apart?

We talked about the elements of the Gluten-free Gem bakery that stood out for us, from the sitting area to the variety in their menu and many more aspects of the bakery. We loved that there were so many delicious gluten-free and vegan baked goods that Heather and I could share. We loved the taste of the gluten-free bakery's goods and the texture and fluffiness of the gluten-free bakery offerings. Also, find out our final ranking of the Gluten-free Gem bakery on a scale of one to five.

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Travel Gluten-Free Podcast

Season 08 Episode 15

Similarities and Differences Between Traveling Gluten Free and Traveling Vegan

There is a lot of confusion regarding vegan and Gluten-free diets. In today’s Travel Gluten-free Podcast, Heather Zeitzwolfe, popularly known as the Vegan CPA, and host of Get the Balance Right podcast, joins us as we talk about the differences and similarities between vegan and gluten-free lifestyles. Make sure to follow the Travel Gluten Free Podcast as Heather and I will be talking about gluten-free Portland restaurants where you can find gluten-free and vegan options at Portland restaurants!

Changing to a Vegan Diet and Lifestyle

At the onset, Heather and her husband decided to try a Vegan diet temporarily to lose those extra pounds. However, this turned out to be a permanent change for them. Heather shares with us their journey of transitioning to a Vegan diet and what inspired them to make the switch.

Vegan and Gluten-free Diets Similarities and Differences

Heather expounds on the difference between Vegan and Gluten-free diets while clarifying some confusing terms like plant-based, vegetarian, and pescetarian. We also discuss the need to always have packed food when traveling and share ideas of what foods to carry.

Vetting Restaurants for Vegan and Gluten Free Options

We share tips on specialty restaurants that serve ethnic delicacies, which are more likely to cater to vegans and those on a gluten-free diet. In Portland, many restaurants cater to both vegan and gluten-free. Heather and I will be exploring the many gluten-free restaurants which also have vegan food offerings.

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