So to say the celiac diet is tricky is the understatement of the year. And for foodies like Jason, it has been devastating. Imagine a life without real bread — yes, they make gluten-free "bread." It sucks. And the recipes out there all have an ingredient list a mile long, full of things nobody's ever heard of. Going out to eat has become a nightmare (although Fiddlehead in Bangor has been particularly accommodating). And gluten-free food is expensive. As in $6 for a loaf of fake bread expensive.
Thankfully, Maven reader and fellow blogger Tara Barker told us about a new website that has made things a lot easier for celiacs and those with gluten intolerance in Maine. Founded by Portland residents Richard (who has celiac) and Roy (who does not), www.glutenfreemaine.com is a clearinghouse of local resources — with listings of Maine-made products that are gluten-free, Maine restaurants that serve gluten-free cuisine, a list of local and national blogs and more. Among my favorites is the "top gluten-free stories" section — who knew Starbucks added gluten to its Frappuccinos?
This is exactly what the doctor ordered, and we couldn't be happier. Now if Richard and Roy could just come up with a good bread recipe that doesn't have 20 or more ingredients ...
2 comments:
Thanks for the mention, Kristen! The more press celiac disease and the gluten-free lifestyle gets, the better the available food will get, I promise . . .
Frank's Bakery in Bangor has many gluten free treats as well as hamburger buns that actually taste pretty good! And State Street Wine Cellar right next door has beer!
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