Gluten Free Long Island

New Blog Name: GlutenFreeLI.blogspot.com

2008-08-10T01:31:00.005-04:00

GO TO NEW BLOG NAME: http://www.glutenfreeli.blogspot.com/

All my new posts will be there!

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OK- so now to THROUGHLY confuse people I am moving my old blog (http://www.glutenfreelongisland.blogspot.com/) to http://www.glutenfreeli.blogspot.com/ to be consistant with my WEBSITE name http://www.glutenfreeli.com/ (Whic halso points you to my blog)

If you have my old blog bookmarked- Please make sure to update your link!
THANKS!
-SueZboss
GlutenFreeLI

My New Webiste! www.GlutenFreeLI.com

2008-07-05T22:37:00.001-04:00

My Website is now active!!!! Visit it at www.GlutenFreeLI.com

It will contain all of the same helpful Gluten Free information for Long Island as this blog does, but in an easier-to-read format!

-SueZboss

BAD experience at Restaurant in Medford!

2008-07-02T08:41:00.003-04:00

I learned a disturbing incident last night at the Suffolk County Celiac Support Group meeting... A fellow Celiac went to KINGS BUFFET, at 3251 Horseblock Road, in Medford recently with her husband and daughter. She was aware that she could not eat anything there, but because her daughter (who is 8) really wanted to go, they decided to go, and Mom would "sit" there to be with them while they enjoyed the meal. When they walked in, they explained that there would be 1 adult, and 1 child eating, and that the Mom would NOT be eating, and that it was because she COULDN'T eat anything, and the manager/owner (?) refused to let her in. When the Mom explained that she had Celiac Disease, and that she would get very sick if she ate anything there, and to "trust her" she was NOT eating there, and not trying to "gain free entry to eat", the woman still refused to let her in, and told her she had to sit outside and wait for them. So pass the word around to your friends, Celiacs or not, to not patron KINGS BUFFET in Medford.

HOW HORRIBLE!

Joan's Gluten Free Great Bakes- Grand Opening

2008-06-15T23:11:00.003-04:00

Joan Popkin from Joan's GF Great Bakeswill be holding a Grand Opening Celebration on Sunday, June 29th.

Location:

Joan's GF Great Bakes

1905 A Bellmore Avenue

Bellmore, NY 11710

516-804-5600

Visit her and get some of her great bagels and FABULOUS Pizza!!!! :)

CONGRATULATIONS JOAN ON A FABULOUS GRAND OPENING!!!

Gluten Free Long Island Website name- TAKEN!

2008-06-13T18:32:00.006-04:00

OK- so I was making a website dedicated to all that is gluten free on Long Island, and I finally was ready to "purchase" the domain name, after many months of debate... I wanted it to be the same name as my blog : "glutenfreelongisland.com " and when I started "checking" the domain pricing out a few months ago, www. glutenfreelongisland . com WAS available! I went to buy it today, and someone had bought it!!! Oh well,

So now I had to change the name of the site- so I will not have: www.GlutenFreeLI.com so be on the lookout for it!

Mr. Miceli's in RVC has Gluten Free options!

2008-06-01T21:22:00.002-04:00

Mr. Miceli’s Pizzeria in Rockville Centre offers GLUTEN FREE items! According to the menu on the website PointClickEat (type 11570 as the zip and find “Mr. Miceli” for their menu) All of their dishes are available as gluten free & wheat free options with Glutino products (except sandwiches and calzones). I got Chicken Parm with GF Angel Hair Pasta- It was the BEST GF Chicken Parm I have ever had! It tasted just like I remember it used to taste with wheat bread crumbs! The owner has a Wheat Allergy (not Celiac), but was very knowledgeable in cross contamination issues, and said that he is looking to expand the restaurant in about a year to make one side of it ALL gluten free items!

Mr Miceli’s Pizza is located at:

19 North Park Avenue Rockville Centre, NY 11570 (516) 764-7701

If you visit, tell him Sue told you about it!

Smokin Sloes Southern BBQ- Gluten Free Menu!

2008-04-27T23:51:00.003-04:00

Smokin Sloes Southern BBQ in Northport- Now offers a Gluten Free Menu!

http://www.smokingsloes.com/

I went there this weekend, and was amazed by the choices! They just had GF menus printed up to make ordering easier, and the owner was very friendly and when speaking to him about the GF menu, and explaining how the corn bread can NOT go on my plate, he said that they are working on a button in the computer to alert the staff to someone who is eating GF (although, the corn breads were all each individually wrapped, which was a plus to limit the contamination), but I thought it was great that he was bein pro-active. I mentioned to him about the GFRAP, so hopefully he will want to become a part of it so that he becomes more educated in cross-contamination issues! It was a great change of pace to be able to eat somewhere "different".

Gluten Free Passover products at Shop Rite in Plainview!

2008-04-15T21:19:00.004-04:00

I have to give my shout outs to http://www.glutenfreenyc.blogspot.com/ for posting about ShopRite of Morton Village in Plainview, on South Oyster Bay Road!!! I had to post this as well, because I didn't want anyone to miss out!

I had shopped there last year, but THIS YEAR they have tons of more gluten free passover products, I almost fell over in the aisle! I was so excited to see a huge gluten free apple pie, the frozen mini eclairs, black and white cookies, rainbow cookies (Fabulous), and some other gluten free products such as the Dr. Pragers potato Littles, the Bell and Evans GF chicken fingers/chicken nuggets and GF passover pizza!

I spent over $120 in GF foods!!!

You need to visit http://www.glutenfreenyc.blogspot.com/ for awesome pictures and a FULL description of all that Shop Rite in Plainview has to offer!

Q & A

2008-04-06T19:08:00.002-04:00

Below are some questions that I have received....

(q) Sue, fellow Celiac person. I'm tired of paying $6.00 for a one pound box of gluten free pasta. Any suggestions where to shop on the Island to buy pasta, etc. at reasonable prices? Thank you,

(a)

I have found the Brown Rice Pasta at Trader Joes (various locations in Nassau/Suffolk) to be very reasonable (I believe around $2.50 for 1 lb bag... but I will check that out next time I am there), and The Tinkyada Brown Rice Pasta (16 oz as well ) was on sale for $2.46 (I believe it is a "permanent" sale) at B Well Naturally in Plainview... every time I go there I get that price. I know it's not a .99 cents on sale of Ronzoni Pasta, but like you, when you're used to paying $6, I get excited when it's "only" $2.50.
-Sue

Rice Chex is now Gluten Free!

2008-04-04T19:24:00.006-04:00

Thanks General Mills!!!

Rice Chex Cereal is now Gluten Free!

http://www.bellinstitute.com/stream_document.aspx?rRID=6219&pRID=6173

UPDATE: MAKE SURE TO READ THE LABEL! I went to the store today, and the Rice Chex still contained Barley Malt Flavor! The new boxes are not in all stores yet! Make sure it is the one pictured in the link above (that says "Gluten Free" on the front of the box) and of course always READ every label! . I found out that it's only the 12.8 size box manufactured after Feb 1, 2008. There will be 3 check marks on the box. One of them stating gluten free. As with all reformulated products, both the old and new products may be on store shelves at the same time so please read labels/packaging carefully.

5/13/08
I also e-mailed the Reps from GM- regarding the New formula for Berry Berry Kix, that does not contain gluten, but is not labled "Gluten Free"... this was the response:
5/13/08

" Dear Valued Consumer:

Thank you for contacting General Mills regarding gluten in Berry Berry Kix cereal and Rice Chex cereal.

Rice Chex has been reformulated to insure that it does not include gluten-containing ingredients or have the possibility of cross contact with gluten containing ingredients or products. The malt syrup ingredient was removed. As with all reformulated products, both products may be on store shelves at the same time so consumers are encouraged to read labels/packaging carefully.

There are no immediate plans for additional gluten-free labeled cereals.
It is our goal to help our consumers determine whether or not they can include our products in their diet. To accurately accomplish this, we believe it is best to refer to the specific ingredients listed on each product package.

However, we do understand that ingredients can be confusing, so we want to assure you if the ingredient label does not list wheat, barley, rye, oats or gluten containing ingredients sourced from these grains, then the product would be gluten-free. Sources of gluten are listed on the label even if the source of gluten is part of another ingredient (such as flavoring or spice). Because ingredients may vary from one package to another due to product reformulation, you should use the product's ingredient label to provide you with current and accurate information. "

Responses from Restaurants re: Gluten Free Items

2008-03-30T14:20:00.009-04:00

7-9-08 Chipotle Grill- http://www.chipotle.com/# and their allergen listing- http://www.chipotle.com/Chipotle_Allergen_Card.pdf " You can eat anything we serve except for our large burrito tortillas, our small soft taco tortillas, and possibly our hot red tomatillo salsa (there is a small amount of distilled vinegar in it which some celiac websites still say might be problematic, although most don't).Everything else is fine for you to eat including our crispy corn tacos, our corn chips, and our burrito bowls (no tortilla).If you are highly sensitive and would like us to change our gloves, we would be happy to do that at your request. Additionally, since there is always the slight possibility of cross-contamination in our restaurants because our folks work with wheat tortillas all day long, we encourage you to consider carefully your dining choices."

3-28-08 Response from Bertucci's - http://www.bertuccis.com/

"Thank you for your inquiry. A variety of items on our menu are suitable for a gluten free diet, though preparation for some items may need to be adjusted. Our Salmon Florentine and any of our salad selections are excellent main course selections. Please be sure to request your salad to be prepared without croutons or breadcrumbs. Our dressings do contain gluten, however, oil and vinegar is available for substitution. Additional options are Mussels Caruso (please be sure to request your Mussels Caruso to be prepared without Crostini), Tuscan Chicken Wings, Roasted Tuscan Vegetables and our Fresh Asparagus. f Please ask for the manager who will be pleased to assist you with suitable selections to meet your dietary needs. Again, thank you for your interest in Bertucci's. We hope you can come and join us for lunch or dinner soon. Alyse Guest Relations "

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Restaurant Gluten Free Menus:

*Cafe Formaggio (Carle Place)* http://www.cafeformaggio.com/ordereze/SMenu/28/MenuDetails.aspx

*Chilis* http://www.brinker.com/gr/allergens/Chilis%20Allergen.PDF

*Outback Steakhouse *http://www.outback.com/ourmenu/pdf/glutenfree.pdf

*Charlie Browns Steakhouse* http://www.charliebrowns.com/menus/glutenfree_ny.shtml

*PF Changs- Chinese* www.pfchangs.com/cuisine/menu/GlutenIntolerantMenu

*Carrabbas- Italian* http://www.carrabbas.com/menu.asp

Restaurant Listings:

http://www.glutenfreerestaurants.org/ (Listing of restaurants that participate in program)

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NYC Menus:

*Risotteria- NYC* http://www.geocities.com/glutenfreenyc/home http://www.risotteria.com/WEBSIT55/index.html (YUMMY GF Pizza, Risotto, Paninis )

*Baby Cakes NYC* http://babycakesnyc.com/index.html (Bakery in NYC, around corner from Risoterria)

*Sambuca- NYC* http://sambucanyc.com/page/15tas/GLUTEN_FREE.html

Gluten Free Recipes / Food

2008-03-24T12:32:00.004-04:00

Gluten Free Recipe Sites:

- http://www.epicurious.com/articlesguides/howtocook/primers/glutenfreerecipes_intro?mbid=rfv2w032608 (Thanks Mom!)

- http://gfrecipes.com/

- http://www.recipezaar.com/recipes/gluten-free

-http://www.theartofglutenfreecooking.com/

-www.101cookbooks.com/gluten_free_recipes/

-www.glutenfreebaking.com/

-www.glutenfreegourmet.com/

FDA guidelines on Gluten Free

2008-03-24T11:49:00.009-04:00

Here is a listing of the current FDA guidelines on Gluten Free

http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~lrd/fr070123.html as of 1/23/07

Q & A about the new FDA Labeling Laws re: Gluten Free http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/glutqa.html 1/23/07

The American Celiac Disease Alliance (Send letters to US Representatives)

http://www.americanceliac.org/home.htm

GF Pizza- at YOUR pizza store!

2008-03-20T14:24:00.004-04:00

Check out this site: Still Riding Pizza Co.... they will bring Gluten Free pizza dough to your local pizza store, and provide the pan and a special pizza slicer so you can eat with everyone else!

http://www.stillridingpizza.com/default.aspx

Gluten Free- EASTER!

2008-03-10T22:23:00.003-04:00

So, I was at the store today, and looked at a bag of Starburst Jelly Beans that were on sale. I turned the package around to read the label and after reading all the ingredients- I noticed right underneath it said "Gluten-Free"! AWESOME. And a double awesome- Marshmallow Peeps ALSO has "Gluten-Free" on the back now as well! Those were the only 2 I checked, but I am sure that there are more out there labeling!

I love how companies are now making it easier for us to eat!

My thanks to JustBorn Inc (http://www.marshmallowpeeps.com/) and MasterFoodsUSA (http://www.starburst.com/) for the Gluten-Free Labels! I hope more companies follow your lead!

-Suezboss

Gluten Free Listings

2008-02-02T15:27:00.008-05:00

Stop & Shop GF Brand Listings-http://www.stopandshop.com/resources/pdf/gluten_free_sns.pdf

Turtle Mountain (Purely Decadent/Soy Delicious/ So Delicious "ice" cream ) http://www.purelydecadent.com/health/allergies.html

Stonyfield Farm Gluten Free Statement- http://www.stonyfield.com/OurProducts/CertifiedGlutenFree.cfm

Emerils Gluten Free listing:

http://www.emerilstore.com/kosher_gluten.asp

Snyders of Hanover GF Listing

http://snydersofhanover.stores.yahoo.net/glfrprli.html

Trader Joe's Gluten Free Listing (2/1/08) *

http://www.traderjoes.com/Attachments/NoGluten.pdf
*Please make sure to read all lables on this list, b/c as TJ's states, they change formulas frequently, and I have found some items on this list TO CONTAIN gluten.

Current Nestle Gluten Free listing (2008)

http://nestle-consumerservices.casupport.com/eglutenfree.pdf

Gluten Free Drug Listing:

http://www.glutenfreedrugs.com/ (prescription/non-prescription Drugs)

Gluten Free Chineese Food- NYC

2008-01-12T21:47:00.001-05:00

We went tonight to Lilli & Loo's.. We got Tofu and Spinach Soup, Chicken Fired Rice, General
Tso's chicken (I almost thougtht they gave me the "regular" it tasted SO good), and Chicken Pad Tai- ALL were fabulous! My husband who is not a Celiac got Wonton Soup and the Regular General Tso's, and he said they were great too!!! Here is their info:

Lilli And Loo

792 Lexington Avenue

New York, NY 10021

Tel:212-421-7800

http://store6.geomerx.com/lilliandloo/

Also, GourmetLand is now offering a GF menu again!

1588 2nd Avenue

New York, NY 10028

Between 82 st and 83 st
Tel: 212-772-8700

http://www.gourmetlandny.com/menu.html

Gluten Free Articles

2008-01-05T21:47:00.011-05:00

5/05- Celiac Disease mystery can be tough to crack- http://www.azstarnet.com/allheadlines/237354

4/08- Peapod-grocery shopper filter article -http://publications.mediapost.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=Articles.showArticleHomePage&art_aid=80032

4/08- Epicurious’ ultimate gluten-free guide: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23745224/

4/08- Making Dough from Special Diets: http://www.presstelegram.com/business/ci_8745502

4/08- Changing Things Up: http://www.syracuse.com/articles/news/index.ssf?/base/news-4/1206521965113980.xml&coll=1

3/08- Help to become gluten-free

http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/08080/866496-34.stm?cmpid=fooddining.xml

3/08-Baker's gluten-free goodies find audience (I'm going to order them- I'll post how they are!)

http://www.inrich.com/cva/ric/news/business.apx.-content-articles-RTD-2008-03-17-0038.html

3/08- Celiac disease is difficult to figure out

http://www.connpost.com/women/ci_8379064

3/08-Study Identifies 7 New Risk Variants for Celiac Disease

http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/570899

2/08- Gluten-free foods have their day

http://newsminer.com/news/2008/feb/13/gluten-free-foods-have-their-day/

2/08- Celiac Disease Patients Now Typically Asymptomatic at Diagnosis

http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/569870

1/08- Life without gluten requires experimentation

ttp://www.sanmarcosrecord.com/features/local_story_360095538.html

1/08-Going Gluten Free

http://www.roanoke.com/columnists/nair/wb/147154

1-08-Jim Coleman: Experts keen on quinoa as 'superfood' Philadelphia Daily News

http://www.emailthis.clickability.com/et/emailThis?clickMap=viewThis&etMailToID=1388530494

The best Gluten Free options on LI

2007-12-31T16:41:00.001-05:00

I keep trying to find more and more places to eat out, shop, and buy GF products at. Here are some old ones, as well as a few new on the list... most notably Jani's in Oceanside, and new to me, The Diet Shop in Ronkokoma, for shopping as well as Carrabas in Smithtown!

If you have any others let me know and I will post!

-Sue

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GF Resturants:

MAMAS in Oakdale (631) 567-0909 (there are 2 Mamas in Oakdale, this is the number to the gluten-free one!), CAFE BALDO in Wantagh, Carrabas in Smithtown (and I believe Lindenhurst? or somewhere else on the Island), Outback, Chilis... PF Changs in Westbury. I have also had luck at Grand Luxe Cafe in the Roosevelt Field Mall (I got an omlet and salad, but the wait staff was extremely helpful). I also heard that Chipotle Grill has gluten-free menu (but have never tired it), there is one just opposite the Nassau Coliseum (by Hofstra), and one by the Broadway Mall on Rt. 107. I also *risk* panara's salad in a pinch. Pizzeria Uno also has a gluten-free menu, I have gone to the one in Lynbrook, and have been OK. Also, Charlie Browns in Lynbrook, Commack, Mineola has a gluten-free menu. I have eaten at Laguna Grill in Westbury and Locust Valley, and was able to get a steak salad (no seasoning), and they were very accommodating.
I have also heard good things (I think even a gluten-free menu) about Long River Chinese in West Islip on Union Blvd, Oystermens in Sayville on Foster Ave, and Grecian Café on Broadway in Greenlawn.

GF Shopping:

BWell Naturally in Plainview has a LOT of GF stuff, as well as Fairway (down the block), and Get Healthy America all on Manetto Hill Road. Newly opened is Jani's in Oceanside, and let me say, there was SO much stuff!! I got some things that I never even saw before (they were imported), and FABULOUS GF products. I also like The Diet Shop in Ronkonkoma, they have a lot of GF stuff. Wild By Nature in Huntington, and is newly opening in Oceanside/Lynbrook.

GF Bakeries:

Sweet Karma in East Meadow has some GF items available by order, and even some when you walk in. (Joan's GF Great Bakes has her bagels there! YUM). And The Best Ever Low Carb Cakes in Massapequa, has GF cakes by order.

Gluten Free Shopping, Resturants, and Bakeries on Long Island, NY

Gluten Free Websites

2007-07-22T22:01:00.014-04:00

Information on Celiac Disease:

http://www.csaceliacs.org/ (Celiac Sprue Association.- Lots of good information)
http://www.celiac.com/ (Lots of good information, message boards helpful)http://www.celiacdiseasecenter.columbia.edu/CF-HOME.htm (COLUMBIA Celiac Center) http://celiacdiseaseinfo.org/
http://www.celiac.org/ (Celiac Disease Foundation)
http://www.gluten.net/index.htm (Gluten Intolerance Group)
http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/celiac/ (NIH- Celiac Disease)

http://www.celiaccentral.org/What_is_Celiac_/13/ (Celiac Disease Awareness Campaign)
http://www.suffolkcountyceliacs.org/ (Suffolk County, NY Support Group website)

http://www.gflinks.com/ (Great website for all things Gluten-Free! Links to other sites!)
http://www.gfco.org/ (Gluten Free Cerficication)
http://www.glutenfreeliving.com/ (Gluten Free Living Magazine- a MUST HAVE for Celiacs!)

http://www.americanceliac.org/home.htm The American Celiac Disease Alliance (Send letters to US Representatives)

www.bobandruths.com/ (Gluten Free Travel Club)

www.glutenfreefoodreviews.com/ (Gluten Free Food Reviews)

www.teamglutenfree.org/

http://www.gfnfoods.com/
http://www.enabling.org/ia/celiac/vendors.html
http://homepage.mac.com/sholland/celiac/GFfoodlist.pdf

Here are some good websites offering Gluten Free Foods:
http://www.kinnikinnick.com/ (Canadian Company, really good food… they also have their products at Fairway, B Well Naturally, some at Whole Foods)
http://www.glutino.com/english/index.cfm (Also good food...some available at Fairway, BWell Naturally)
http://www.gfgreatbakes.com/index.html (Joans Gluten Free Great Bakes! really good baked items, also available at Sweet Karma Bakery in East Meadow for pick up, now ships) UPDATE: Joans GF Great Bakes- now available at The Diet Shop, and Uncle Gusippies in Smithtown, and she has a GF Sicilian Pizza which is FABULOUS!!! The Best I have had- EVER! 3/08

http://www.glutenfreemall.com/

Gluten Free Beer:
http://www.newgrist.com/ (Gluten Free Beer)
http://www.ramapovalleybrewery.com/ (Honey Gluten Free Beer)

http://www.woodchuck.com/ (Woodchuck Cider- ALL GF!)

http://www.redbridgebeer.com/ (Redbridge Beer- from Budweiser, GF!)

Restaurants:
http://babycakesnyc.com/index.html (Bakery in NYC, around corner from Risoterria)
http://www.brinker.com/gr/allergens/Chilis%20Allergen.PDF (Chilis Gluten Free Menu)http://www.outback.com/ourmenu/pdf/glutenfree.pdf (Outback Steakhouse Menu) (Charlie Brown’s has a GF menu as well, on website)
http://sambucanyc.com/page/15tas/GLUTEN_FREE.html
http://www.glutenfreerestaurants.org/ (Listing of restaurants that participate in program)
http://www.geocities.com/glutenfreenyc/home http://www.risotteria.com/WEBSIT55/index.html (YUMMY GF Pizza, Risotto, Paninis )
www.pfchangs.com/cuisine/menu/GlutenIntolerantMenu (PF Changs)

Resources for eating out:
http://www.glutenfreepassport.com/index.html (Cards to help with eating out)

Gluten Free Medicines

http://www.glutenfreedrugs.com/

Other Gluten Free Blogs:
http://glutenfreenyc.blogspot.com/

http://celiacchicks.typepad.com/celiacchicks/

http://glutenfreefoodreviews.com/
http://www.beyondricecakes.com/blog/

http://gluten-free-blog.blogspot.com/

http://iamglutenfree.blogspot.com/

Supermarkets, Stores, Websites for Gluten Free Shopping!

2007-07-22T20:58:00.004-04:00

Places to shop for Gluten Free food products:

Nassau & Suffolk stores:

Fairway- Plainview: Manetto Hill Rd http://www.fairwaymarket.com/
Dr B Well Naturally - Plainview : 10 Washington Ave
Whole Foods - Jericho, Manhasset - http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/
Trader Joes - Merrick, Plainview, Commack - http://www.traderjoes.com/

Super Stop & Shop- Westbury, Levittown, Commack

The Diet Shop- Ronkonkoma: http://www.thedietshop.biz/contact.cfm

Uncle Guissipies- Smithtown, East Meadow

Jandi's- Oceanside: http://www.jandis.com/

Wild By Nature- Huntington- http://www.wildbynature.com/locations/index.html (coming soon Oceanside)

King Kullen (Wild by Nature section)- Commack

Sherrys "The Healthy Gourmet"- Babylon Village http://www.sherryshealth.com/
The Best Ever Low Carb Cakes- Massapequa : http://www.besteverlowcarb.com/

Azure Chocolate- 90C Washington Drive, Centerport, NY 11721 http://www.azurechocolate.com/

Boarders Books had Gluten Free fruit bars in their cafe (individually wrapped)

Restaurants- Suffolk

2007-07-22T20:53:00.003-04:00

Restaurants in Suffolk County that have been able to accommodate me on my GF diet: *

Restaurants:
Chilis - Northport (Commack)
Mama's - Oakdale
Cabrerra's- Smithtown

Charlie Browns- Commack

Smokin' Sloes -- Northport, NY http://www.smokingsloes.com/

Desserts:
Rita's Ices- Dix Hills (Deer Park)

http://www.glutenfreerestaurants.org/index.php GLUTEN FREE RESTAURANTS Listings

*Please note that there may be more locations of these restaurants in other towns than listed, but I have personally visited these ones, and am posting only where I have visited. Leave a comment for any that you have visited!

Restaurants- Nassau

2007-07-22T20:46:00.004-04:00

Restaurants in Nassau County that have been able to accommodate me on my GF diet: *

Outback - Merrick, Westbury
Chilis - Bethpage, Westbury
Café Baldo - Wantagh
Panera - Westbury, Levittown (more than most cross-contamination ISSUES)
Laguna Grill- Locust Valley, Westbury
International Delights Café- Bellmore
Charlie Browns- Lynbrook, Garden City

Cafe Formaggio- Carle Place (have not visited yet, but they have gluten-free pasta!)
City Cafe- Garden City
Wendys- Merrick, Hicksville, Glen Cove

Mr Miceli’s Pizza -19 North Park Avenue Rockville Centre, NY 11570 (516) 764-7701

Bakery & Dessert:
Sweet Karma- East Meadow
Ritas Ices- East Meadow, Bellmore
Ralphs Ices- Merrick
Carvel- Merrick
Cold Stone Creamery- Glen Cove

http://www.glutenfreerestaurants.org/index.php GLUTEN FREE RESTAURANTS Listings

Gluten Free Long Island Welcome!

2007-07-22T20:07:00.000-04:00

July 22, 2007 And so it begins....

I was toying with this idea for the past year or so, of creating a website dedicated to being Gluten-Free on Long Island, NY and then finally decided to start with a blog, so here I am!

I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease in the summer of 2005. Ever since then I have been on my search for the best Gluten-Free foods, places to eat, shop, recipes, everything having to do with a Gluten-Free Diet (Free from Wheat, Rye, Barley and most Oats). I will begin by compiling a list of places where I shop, eat, find deals, and order foods from. When I was first diagnosed it was scary, and most of my "searches" turned up restaurants in NYC, which was great as I am a frequent visitor to NYC, but I would like to help out others on LI to help with some of the "investigation" of GF products!

If you have any great finds that you would like to pass along, please feel free to do so!

I will try to be accurate and up-to-date, but I too feel I must offer a disclaimer: None of the information I will be posting should be treated as medical advice. Also, GFLI cannot take responsibility for errors or misinformation that might appear here. I encourage all readers to confirm information to their own satisfaction. I am not responsible for any information found on links I have posted. This site is intended to help simplify any "Google" searching you would do on your own and listing it on one place as well as "successes" that I have found out there. Obviously everyone is different, so please use your own judgment.

And as always, please confirm all information with restaurant managers prior to eating at any of the listed establishments.