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Melbourne’s gluten free donut explosion!
When I was first diagnosed with coeliac disease, doughnuts / donuts became a distant memory. Now we have sooo many options for gluten free donuts in Melbourne with freshly cooked donuts available at markets, donut shops that are open 24/7 and several gluten free bakeries around town producing cinnamon, jam and iced donuts. This post […]
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100% gluten free Victoria, Australia
This list outlines all the 100% gluten free options around Victoria, Australia to help coeliacs plan safe eating while travelling around the lovely state of Victoria. The criteria for inclusion is that the food has to be 100% gluten free (ensuring no cross contamination risk) and have its own outlet that you can visit. The areas […]
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100% gluten free Melbourne
Melbourne has several 100% gluten free cafés and bakeries that are a little oasis for coeliacs and people with other dietary requirements, such as vegan and fructose malabsorption. There are some options in the city, but you will find most of these cafes in the suburbs of Melbourne – you can easily get public transport […]
Aus Restaurant reviews
Ardor gluten free cafe in Westgarth
Ardor’s gluten free cafe in Westgarth (Northcote) is a fantastic addition to the Melbourne gluten free scene which is also a retail food store for their products (flour, frozen products etc). The outlet at Coburg that you may already know of, is now just a retail store. There is plenty of eat-in space as well as […]
Bowls Baby, Melbourne CBD & Essendon
Bowls Baby is a casual healthy meal cafe offering fresh food bowls that are 100% gluten free, along with no artificial flavours or added sugars. So if you are looking for a quick gluten free meal in Essendon or the city, Bowls Baby is a great option. The bowls Our favourite bowl so far is […]
Hella Good – Melbourne gluten free souvlaki
Hella Good is a souvlaki takeaway shop that is owned by the good folk at the iconic Greek restaurant, Stalactites, in Melbourne CBD, with both brands having Coeliac Australia accreditation. They have a store in the Emporium food court in the city, and also at Chadstone food court. They have many gluten free options available, […]
Treats Coeliacs Miss
Old Time Bakery gluten free Lebanese bread
Old Time Bakery is one of the early providers of gluten free wraps in Australia and their range now also includes Lebanese bread, pizza bases and breadcrumbs. During lockdown in Melbourne I have enjoyed trying the Lebanese bread and found they make a great souvlaki! I’ve seen comments on social media that they also make […]
Liberate gluten free crumpets
Gluten free crumpets are hard to get right but these crumpets from Liberate foods have won gold & sliver awards in the UK free from world and are very close to a traditional crumpet. Endorsed by Coeliac Australia and Coeliac New Zealand, they are available to purchase in the UK, Australia and New Zealand and […]
Nanna’s frozen gluten free crepes
Nanna’s frozen gluten free crepes are back in the supermarket freezers! They disappeared for many months and have reappeared with new branding and only minor ingredient changes. I am a huge crepe fan and love having these in the freezer for when a crepe craving strikes! They come in a pack of eight. One crepe […]
Coeliac Life
Entertainment membership discounts – worth it if you are gluten free?
Entertainment membership is a charity fundraiser that offers discounts on restaurants, travel and shopping in your city. The charity gets 20% of every sale and you can select Coeliac Australia to receive this. If you have been around for a while, you will remember the heavy Entertainment Book which was full of vouchers but now it is […]
Gluten Tootin’ children’s book giveaway! *CLOSED*
* WINNER DRAWN – congratulations to @ourgarden2table and her two children * To celebrate the launch of the children’s book Gluten Tootin’, one lucky person can obtain a copy for free! Gluten Tootin’ is an entertaining, educational and easy-to-understand children’s picture book that will help parents, children and specialists talk about coeliac disease. The prize, worth $39.95 […]
Seven handy kitchen items if you are gluten free
Recently diagnosed with coeliac disease? This post lists seven handy kitchen items if you are gluten free – they will help you navigate gluten free life and avoid cross contamination. All products are available in Australia and the UK. 1. Toaster bags Toaster bags are a must if you can’t have a dedicated gluten free […]
100% gluten free
Ardor gluten free cafe in Westgarth
Ardor’s gluten free cafe in Westgarth (Northcote) is a fantastic addition to the Melbourne gluten free scene which is also a retail food store for their products (flour, frozen products etc). The outlet at Coburg that you may already know of, is now just a retail store. There is plenty of eat-in space as well as […]
Bowls Baby, Melbourne CBD & Essendon
Bowls Baby is a casual healthy meal cafe offering fresh food bowls that are 100% gluten free, along with no artificial flavours or added sugars. So if you are looking for a quick gluten free meal in Essendon or the city, Bowls Baby is a great option. The bowls Our favourite bowl so far is […]
Paletto Pops, Mt Eliza
Coeliac Australia accredited ice cream in Mt Eliza. This family owned shop has a great selection of gelato and sorbets that are all 100% gluten free. They even cater for your dog! Inspired by family dietary requirements, as well as gluten free, there are dairy free, vegan and sugar free options. Choose from over 35 different […]
Food Retail
Sunnybrook Health Store – gluten free products in Ormond
Sunnybrook Health Store is a fantastic mini supermarket / health food store specialising in products for special dietary requirements. They have a huge gluten free range, as well as low FODMAP, dairy free, onion free, nut free, vegan and more! They are located on North Road, Ormond, a south eastern suburb in Melbourne that is […]
Gluten free bakeries in Melbourne and online ordering
As food gets swept off the shelves at supermarkets, this is the perfect time to support the small businesses that provide gluten free products. This post is focused on gluten free bakeries in Melbourne (or deliver to Melbourne) as well as other stores around Victoria that sell products – either in store or via online […]
Marks & Spencer gluten free range
Many Brits hold a soft spot in their heart for Marks & Spencer (M&S) and M&S food is one of my favourite food stores in the UK. For gluten free or ‘normal’ food, they are known for good quality. The M&S gluten free range is called ‘Made Without Wheat’, but they have also made many […]
Planes, trains and more
Spirit of Tasmania gluten free
The Spirit of Tasmania is the boat service that crosses Bass Strait from Melbourne in Victoria to Devonport in the north of Tasmania. The trip takes between 9-11 hours and you can choose from a day or night sailing. Although there are gluten free options available on board, most are not suitable for coeliacs […]
Qantas gluten free meals – domestic flights
Travelling with coeliac disease can present extra challenges. On your Qantas booking, you can make a special meal request under ‘manage your booking’ – please see the notes at the bottom of the post for more information on this. It is a good idea to take emergency snacks with you as there is always a risk […]
Sydney airport gluten free (domestic)
Sydney airport has two domestic terminals, T2 and T3. The post lists the most likely places to find gluten free options, but please make your own enquiries regarding cross contamination. You can find maps and store lists on the Sydney Airport website and you can also check store opening hours there. Terminal 2 serves Virgin, […]
UK Restaurant Reviews
Yorica! Allergy friendly desserts in London *Closed*
November 2020 – Yorica announced they will not be reopening this store after the latest Covid shutdown. Yorica is a boon for more than just gluten free, they are free from the 14 major allergens! This creates a safe environment for those with dietary issues to enjoy their delicious ice creams, soft serves, frozen yoghurt, […]
Hemsley & Hemsley at Selfridges, London *Closed*
Gluten free cafe at Selfridges, London Unfortunately the cafe closed at the end of 2020. Many people are familiar with the Hemsley sisters from their TV show and cookbooks. Their healthy dishes are free from gluten, grains, refined sugar and hydrogenated vegetable oils which makes their cafe in Selfridges a great stop for coeliacs. It […]
Bella Italia – a Coeliac UK accredited chain
Bella Italia is a restaurant chain in the UK that has been operating for 25 years. They are accredited by Coeliac UK and there is a separate preparation area for the gluten free meals and your meal comes with a sticker to show it is gluten free. You can read more about how gluten free […]
UK Markets
London 100% gluten free street food & market stalls
There are nearly twenty 100% gluten free street food stalls and market stalls around London, so as a coeliac you are able to eat whilst enjoying the market atmosphere! The criteria for inclusion is that the food has to be 100% gluten free (ensuring no cross contamination risk) and have its own outlet that you can […]
Camden Market London – gluten free
Camden Lock Market in North West London has become a bit of a gluten free foodie heaven. It is well worth a visit for the food and also to wander around the interesting market stalls – you could spend all day there! Please note that stalls do come and go, so double check before […]
Borough Market gluten free – lunch AND cake!
Borough Market is London’s oldest and busiest food markets, just off London Bridge on the southbank and is surrounded by pubs and restaurants. The full market is open Wednesday to Saturday, and also for lunch Monday and Tuesday. There are also a number of restaurants surrounding the market that can cater for gluten free – […]
