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    Episodes (10)

    No Tricks, Just Gluten-Free Treats: A Candy Connoisseur's Guide

    No Tricks, Just Gluten-Free Treats: A Candy Connoisseur's Guide

    Travel Gluten Free Podcast

    Season 09 Episode 23

    No Tricks, Just Gluten-Free Treats: A Candy Connoisseur's Guide

     

    Ever been spooked by Halloween candy as a celiac or gluten intolerant person? Fear not! Today, on the Travel Gluten Free podcast, we'll be casting a light on the dark and mysterious world of gluten-free Halloween candy. We'll discuss the potential horrors of cross-contamination, understand the cryptic difference between candies with rice cereal and those sweetened with malt, and uncover the safe candy options to ensure a truly delightful Halloween for those living a gluten-free lifestyle. Plus, you'll get all the important links and contacts for the candy companies we'll mention throughout the episode. 

     

    Enjoying Gluten Free Halloween Candy

     

    In this adventure, I'll also reveal the secrets from my guidebook on how to safely travel gluten-free. This isn't just about enjoying Halloween candy with no regrets, it's about empowering you to navigate the world freely, without gluten-induced fear. Remember to share this episode with a fellow candy lover who will appreciate these tantalizing revelations. So, tune in and let's delve into the sweet universe of gluten-free candies, one bite at a time.

     

    How to Choose Safe, Gluten Free Candy During the Holidays

     

    Join me, your trusted guide, Elikqitie, for a thrilling journey through the realm of gluten-free Halloween candies. I promise you will unravel the enigma of cross-contamination, comprehend the subtle difference between candies with rice cereal and those sweetened with malt, and identify safe candy options for celiacs and gluten-intolerant children. We're also cracking the candy code from big brands like Nestle USA, Tootsie Roll Industries, Smarties, Wrigley, Jelly Belly, and Tic Tac Mints. Prepare to discern which candies are gluten-free, which ones are laced with wheat flour, and which ones contain maltodextrin.

     

    And for those of you with a sense of adventure, we'll also talk about my guidebook on how to travel safely while living gluten-free. So spread the word to your fellow Halloween candy-lovers and let's embark on this delectable journey together!

     

    (0:00:04) - Gluten-Free Halloween Candy List

    (0:13:36) - Gluten-Free and Non-Gluten-Free Candy Options

    (0:23:53) - Sharing Travel Gluten Free Podcast Episode

     

    Gluten Free Resources

     

    Journey safely with The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free

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

    Get the PracMedic Travel Medicine Bag

    Find your next vacation with your Travel Gluten Free $40 credit towards your stay!

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    Traveling Gluten Free in Our National Parks

    Traveling Gluten Free in Our National Parks

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    Season 09 Episode 17

    Traveling Gluten Free in Our National Parks

     

    Here’s the 411 on National Parks, activities to do, when to go and how to navigate the park you choose to visit. I'll also take you on a brief tour of the National Park Service website and tell you about the National Park Foundation, why you want to purchase a National Park Pass, why you want to bring gluten free food inside the parks, and how to reserve a camping spot!

     

    National Park Activities

     

    So, what can you do in a national park? What do you want to do? Find out about local geologic features? How about the history of how our country's government formed? Or maybe you want to learn about the ecosystem of the Everglades? Sound overwhelming? Why not start at the National Park website where you can search by activity, find out about ranger-guided hikes, tours, and presentations and also see if the park you are visiting has the Junior Ranger Program for kids.

     

    When you visit the National Park website, you can:

    • Search for National Parks by state

    • see what parks, monument and national lands are in the state

    • find out what activities each individual park has to offer

    • Purchase a National Park annual pass (highly recommended!)

     

    Eating Gluten Free in National Parks

     

    Unfortunately, this has proven almost hopeless as the parks only provide mostly fast food. Every once in a while, you can find an upscale lodge with a dining room that can accommodate Celiac disease, but overall, plan on bringing your own food with you to be safe.

     

    Gluten Free Resources

     

    Journey safely with 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

    Get the PracMedic Travel Medicine Bag. I just picked one up from Amazon, and I’m excited to travel with this handy medical bag.

    Looking for a warm getaway this year? Find your next vacation on Airbnb! Get Your Travel Gluten Free discount with a $40 credit towards your stay!

    Follow me on Social Media via Facebook, Youtube, Pinterest, or Instagram

    Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend

     

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    Eating Gluten Free in Downtown Disney and Disney Springs

    Eating Gluten Free in Downtown Disney and Disney Springs

    Travel Gluten Free Podcast

    Season 09 Episode 16

    Eating Gluten Free in Downtown Disney and Disney Springs

    Disney Springs is a dining, shopping, and entertainment complex located at the Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, near Orlando. Formerly known as Downtown Disney, it was rebranded as Disney Springs in 2015 after undergoing a significant expansion and renovation. Disney Springs is open to the public and does not require admission. It offers a vibrant and lively atmosphere, making it a popular destination for visitors looking for entertainment, dining, and shopping experiences.

    Disney Springs offers a wide array of experiences for visitors of all ages, featuring four distinct neighborhoods: The Landing, Marketplace, West Side, and Town Center. Each area has its own theme and atmosphere, offering a diverse range of dining options, retail stores, and entertainment venues.

    Visitors can explore an assortment of shops, including Disney-themed stores, upscale boutiques, and specialty shops. Disney Springs offers entertainment options such as live music, performances, and shows. The complex also features unique experiences like The VOID, an immersive virtual reality attraction, and Splitsville Luxury Lanes, a modern bowling alley with dining options.

    Eating Gluten Free in Disney Springs

    If you’re gluten-free or you have food allergies, Disney is well-known for serving up safe food! Disney Springs takes food allergies and dietary restrictions seriously and makes efforts to accommodate guests with special dietary needs, providing options for various food allergies, intolerances, and dietary restrictions.

    Many restaurants at Disney Springs offer allergy-friendly menus or have options clearly marked for common allergens such as gluten, dairy, nuts, and other allergens. When dining at Disney Springs, remember to communicate your food allergies or dietary restrictions to your server or a Cast Member. They are trained to assist you and can provide guidance on suitable menu items or may be able to modify dishes to accommodate your needs. The staff members, including chefs and food preparation teams, receive training on allergen awareness and handling to minimize the risk of cross-contact.

    Make sure to have dining reservations in advance and mention your food allergies or dietary restrictions during the booking process. This allows the restaurant to be better prepared for your arrival and ensures that they can provide appropriate options or make necessary arrangements.

    Podcast Resources

     

    Journey safely with 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

    Get the PracMedic Travel Medicine Bag. I just picked one up from Amazon, and I’m excited to travel with this handy medical bag.

    Looking for a warm getaway this year? Find your next vacation on Airbnb! Get Your Travel Gluten Free discount with a $40 credit towards your stay!

    Follow me on Social Media via Facebook, Youtube, Pinterest, or Instagram

    Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend

     

    Gluten Free Indian Cuisine

    Gluten Free Indian Cuisine

    Travel Gluten Free Podcast

    Season 09 Episode 15

    Gluten Free Indian Cuisine

     

    Indian food is one of my favorite ethnic dishes, so I’m so glad that East Indian cuisine is mostly naturally gluten free! Besides naan bread, and some samosas - which are the East Indian version of a burrito - most other dishes do not have gluten. Today, I’ll give you information on popular Indian dishes that typically do not contain gluten that I’ve eaten in the past. As always, check with the chef or cook at the restaurant you’re eating at to make sure your food is safe!

     

    Be Aware of Gluten in Lentils

     

    Because the FDA allows up to 10% of another grain in lentils, I try to avoid lentils as much as possible. However, there are several dishes, including the crisp wafer Papadam, that are made from lentils. The one time I was sick from Indian food was cross-contamination of the lentils in the dish.

     

    Four Types of Indian Cuisine based on Region

     

    North Indian cuisine is known for its robust flavors and extensive use of dairy products, such as ghee (clarified butter), yogurt, and paneer (cottage cheese). Popular dishes include biryani, butter chicken, tandoori chicken, naan bread, and various lentil-based dishes like dal makhani.

     

    South Indian cuisine is primarily vegetarian and is characterized by its generous use of rice, lentils, coconut, and spices like mustard seeds, curry leaves, and red chilies. Popular dishes include dosa (fermented rice and lentil crepes), idli (steamed rice and lentil cakes), sambhar (spicy lentil soup), and rasam (tangy soup).

     

    East Indian cuisine is known for its seafood, sweets, and subtle flavors. Rice and fish are staple ingredients in this cuisine. Popular dishes include macher jhol (fish curry), sandesh (a sweet made from cottage cheese and sugar), and rasgulla (a syrupy dessert made from cheese curds).

     

    West Indian cuisine is known for its spicy and vibrant flavors. It heavily relies on ingredients like garlic, ginger, and chilies. Popular dishes include pav bhaji (a spicy mashed vegetable curry served with bread), vada pav (a spicy potato fritter sandwich), dhokla (steamed fermented chickpea flour snack), and various Gujarati thalis (platters) featuring a wide variety of vegetarian dishes.

     

    Podcast Resources

     

    Journey safely with 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

    Get the PracMedic Travel Medicine Bag. I just picked one up from Amazon, and I’m excited to travel with this handy medical bag.

    Looking for a warm getaway this year? Find your next vacation on Airbnb! Get Your Travel Gluten Free discount with a $40 credit towards your stay!

    Follow me on Social Media via Facebook, Youtube, Pinterest, or Instagram

    Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend

     

    Can You Take Gluten Free Food Outside of the Country?

    Can You Take Gluten Free Food Outside of the Country?

    Travel Gluten Free Podcast

    Season 09 Episode 13

    Can You Take Gluten Free Food Outside of the Country?

     

    Ready to travel overseas? Is this your first overseas trip having Celiac disease or as a gluten free traveler? No worries! You can safely navigate food overseas when you know what to do, including using the European Codex, my gluten free traveler. Find out how to pack your bags, get through TSA with food, product ingredients overseas, and how to use Equal Eats cards when traveling.

     

    Eating Out Safely with Equal Eats Cards

     

    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 with Equal Eats Cards. 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.

     

    Food Shopping Overseas

     

    Even when you ask all the right questions, you can still end up getting food you can’t eat. Make sure to take Equal Eats cards with you to the supermarket and ask the store clerk if you can eat the food that is packaged. 

     

    Packing Your Food in Your Checked or Carry-On Bag

     

    Find out how to pack your food, and make sure you weigh your checked bag to make sure it’s within the weight limit of the airline you are traveling to your destination. Typically, the weight limit for checked bags is 60 pounds and I’ve never come close to that weight on a checked bag, even after adding food.

     

    Make sure that you’re following the 3-1-1 TSA rule for liquids if you’re packing liquids in your carry-on. I recently got stuck throwing out shampoo and conditioner because I had too many liquids with my medicine. Now, however, I carry a medical bag so my medicine that’s considered a liquid doesn’t count towards my 3-1-1 (see medical bag link below) . 

     

    Podcast Resources

     

    Journey safely with 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

    Get the PracMedic Travel Medicine Bag. I just picked one up from Amazon, and I’m excited to travel with this handy medical bag.

    Looking for a warm getaway this year? Find your next vacation on Airbnb! Get Your Travel Gluten Free discount with a $40 credit towards your stay!

    Follow me on Social Media via Facebook, Youtube, Pinterest, or Instagram

    Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend

     

    How to Eat Gluten Free at Your Vacation Rental

    How to Eat Gluten Free at Your Vacation Rental

    Travel Gluten Free Podcast

    Season 09 Episode 12

    How to Eat Gluten Free at Your Vacation Rental

     

    Are you scared to eat out at restaurants? If you’re new to having Celiac disease, this is a real fear! You don’t want to be anxious on vacation, so what do you do? My friend, you can find an Air b’n’b or VRBO at the location you’re taking your vacation and make your own food. Always call ahead and speak to restaurant managers directly at hotels, don’t rely on the front desk staff to ask if the food is safe at the hotel restaurant. You’ll also want to call ahead and find out what appliances and the size of the fridge and microwave so you understand what you have to cook with when you’re on vacation. Make sure to follow these tips when you’re eating out or making your own food when traveling gluten free.

     

    Find Out About the Kitchen

     

    Since there are no standards for what appliances come in a mini-kitchen, studio, or full kitchen apartment or vacation rental, you’ll want to call ahead and find out what appliances are available to use. Which appliances are safe? You may not want to use the blender, and other appliances which food can get easily cross-contaminated such as the toaster.

     

    Make sure to clean your utensils well, use toaster sleeves, and wash any plates you may need during your stay. Look for crumbs in the cabinets and avoid using anything that has come in contact with leftover food. You can easily purchase paper plates to use while you are on vacation to give yourself an extra level of protection and create a less stressed travel vacation.

     

    These Food Rules for Gluten Free also Apply to Food Allergies

     

    Whether you have food allergies or you’re gluten free for health reasons, you can apply these practices to keep your food safe! Never assume that any product doesn’t have gluten or a food allergen unless you have thoroughly read the label. This can be time consuming, but it’s the only way to ensure that the food you are eating is safe. Gluten can hide in many different places including: scrambled eggs at restaurants, tea, salad dressing and sauces, sausages and other meats, as well as alcohol. 

     

    If you can’t find a local place to buy safe food, you can always order food from Amazon and have it shipped to your vacation rental! Please be safe and read all ingredients and ask the right questions when you’re traveling gluten free or with food allergies!

     

    Podcast Resources

     

    Journey safely with 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

    Get the PracMedic Travel Medicine Bag. I just picked one up from Amazon, and I’m excited to travel with this handy medical bag.

    Looking for a warm getaway this year? Find your next vacation on Airbnb! Get Your Travel Gluten Free discount with a $40 credit towards your stay!

    Follow me on Social Media via Facebook, Youtube, Pinterest, or Instagram

    Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend*

     

    Gluten Free Food Tours with Katrina McGhee

    Gluten Free Food Tours with Katrina McGhee

    Travel Gluten Free Podcast

    Season 09 Episode 11

    Gluten Free Food Tours with Katrina McGhee

     

    Finding Gluten Free Friendly Food Tours While Traveling

     

    Are you scared to take a gluten free food tour? Even with my experience, I avoid food tours because I don’t trust that someone else will ask the right questions for me. Today, I chat with Katrina McGhee, who is gluten intolerant - not Celiac - about how she approaches and asks about food tours. Caution: If you’re Celiac you will want to use your own judgment with food tour safety. Look for a food tour with dedicated gluten free restaurants or a completely gluten free food tour.

     

    Questions to Ask Food Tour Operators

     

    If you find a food tour, look to see if they mention food allergies or accommodating food allergies. If they don’t, you can reach out to the tour operator and ask them directly the following questions:

    • Have you had someone with a food allergy on your tour?

    • What gluten free offerings do these places have?

    • Are all these locations familiar with gluten allergies?

    • What is the protocol at these places?

    • Do you offer exclusive gluten free food tours?

     

    Be Cautious When Booking a Food Tour

     

    Even when you ask all the right questions, you can still end up getting food you can’t eat. Although my guest did a variety of food tours, I personally wouldn’t book a food tour. Why? Because they are too risky to chance getting sick because I have to depend on the knowledge and experience of someone else to vet food establishments and I’m not personally willing to take that risk.

     

    Katrina is gluten intolerant, not Celiac, and if you're intolerant you have more food options. You don’t have to worry about cross contamination and you don’t get as sick. My advice is if you’re intolerant, you could safely eat on a food tour. If you’re Celiac, I wouldn’t book a food tour unless it was a tour in Italy or another gluten-free friendly place, and the tour locations were exclusively gluten free. For me, it would be too stressful and not fun if I had to watch everyone else enjoying their food after I paid for a food tour ticket on my vacation.

     

    Podcast Resources

     

    Journey safely with 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

    Get the PracMedic Travel Medicine Bag. I just picked one up from Amazon, and I’m excited to travel with this handy medical bag.

    Looking for a warm getaway this year? Find your next vacation on Airbnb! Get Your Travel Gluten Free discount with a $40 credit towards your stay!

    Follow me on Social Media via Facebook, Youtube, Pinterest, or Instagram

    Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend*

     

    Connect with Katrina McGhee

    Follow Katrina on Instagram

    Subscribe to her YouTube channel

    Get her free gift 45 Epic Things to Do on Break!

     

    How to Travel with Disabilities featuring Jen Hardy

    How to Travel with Disabilities featuring Jen Hardy

    Travel Gluten Free Podcast

    Season 09 Episode 10

    How to Travel with Disabilities featuring Jen Hardy

     

    What does it mean to travel with disabilities? What is a disability and what do you need to know if you’re traveling with disabilities? My friend and fellow female podcaster Jen Hardy from the Fabulous Over Fifty podcast (formerly the Hardy Moms Podcast) also has multiple disabilities, including an auto-immune disease which leaves her without energy and the ability to walk or stand on her own. Traveling with a walker, Jen is here to give us tips on how to travel when you have to carry medical devices as a result of your disability. She also tells her story with her experience on United Airlines and how they left her in the terminal, alone, after forgetting to order her a wheelchair and not assisting her off the airplane with a walking aide.

     

    What Does it Mean to Travel with a Disability?

     

    A disability is when a person has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, a person who has a history or record of such an impairment, or a person who is perceived by others as having such an impairment. These include auto-immune disease, cancer, anxiety, PTSD, depression, and other impairments. It's very common that if you have one disability, you have another. For me, I have 10 disabilities - some of them physical, some mental such as my PTSD I have from being raised in an abusive household. Although you can’t see most disabilities in physical form, they are there. When others can’t see our disabilities, it makes it hard for them to understand how we have to adjust in our daily life and especially when we travel.

     

    Always Take Your Medication on the Plane with You

     

    Depending on your disability, you may have to use a walker, diabetic medication, cane, brace or support, and most likely you are traveling with medication. Always, always, always take your medication with you on the plane. Take a medical bag because this can be your extra third bag that is excluded from your two you can take on the plane because of medical reasons. While you don’t have to have a doctor’s letter or note, I would highly recommend geting a medical bag for your medications. 

     

    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.

     

    Podcast Resources

     

    Journey safely with 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

    Looking for a warm getaway this year? Find your next vacation on Airbnb! Get Your Travel Gluten Free discount with a $40 credit towards your stay!

    Follow me on Social Media via Facebook, Youtube, Pinterest, or Instagram

    Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend*

     

    Connect with Jen Hardy

    Listen in to Jen’s Podcast Fabulous Over Fifty which is her new rebrand of The Hardy Mom podcast

    Join Jen’s friends and get a daily dose of positivity dropped to your inbox!

    Need a good read? Grab one of Jen’s books

     

    Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip with Paige from At the Beach Speaks

    Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip with Paige from At the Beach Speaks

    Travel Gluten Free Podcast

    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

    Follow me on Social Media via Facebook, Youtube, Pinterest, or Instagram

    Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend*

     

    Connect with Paige

     

    Follow Paige  on Instagram

    Check out Paige on the web 





    Gluten Free Gift Giving with Calli McPherson of William James Gifts

    Gluten Free Gift Giving with Calli McPherson of William James Gifts

    Travel Gluten Free Podcast

    Season 08 Episode 01

    Gluten Free Gift Giving with Calli McPherson of William James Gifts

     

    The act of giving a gift expresses how much we care and value someone. In today’s Travel Gluten-free Podcast, I’m excited to host Calli McPherson, the owner of William James Gifts, a gift store specializing in gluten-free food and gift baskets. Find out how Calli started her gluten-free gift store during the pandemic and the great line of gluten-free goods you can gift your favorite gluten-free person!

     

    Opening her Gluten Free Gift Store

     

    Calli shares her dream of opening a gift store that picked momentum after her diagnosis with Celiac. Being Celiac allowed Calli to see the need for a Gluten-free gift store as the gaps she found in the marketplace. For example, there wasn’t a gift basket shop or store that sold gluten-free products for those who were gluten intolerant or had a medical condition in which they couldn’t eat gluten.

     

    Gluten Free Foods and Products at William James Gifts

     

    Calli takes us through the expansive line of their products at William James Gifts. Other than being gluten-free, the products at William James Gifts cater to people with different dietary restrictions, such as Vegan and even those on keto or paleo diets. 

    Calli and her family taste-test all the food before carrying it into the store. She believes that trying out the products and foods before carrying them is essential. Then, if the food or gluten-free product passes the test and has her family’s seal of approval, she’ll proudly display the item and sell it in her store.

     

    Supporting Women-Owned Small Businesses

     

    Calli also shares why she sources some products from women-owned small businesses. Besides supporting women-owned businesses, Calli talks about how she sources most of her products from companies that center around social responsibility.

     

    Connect with Calli McPherson of William James Gifts

    Follow William James Gifts on Instagram and Facebook

    Check out William James Gifts on the web 

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