Thursday, February 16, 2012
Santa left me his cookies this year!
The holidays are gone and Santa left ME cookies under the tree! Since then, it's been a weekly bag, a nightly nosh, and a daily sneak!
Glutard or not, Tate's has always been one of the best cookies... it's just that now we get to enjoy them too! Every chocolate chip morsel of them :) I dare you to try to compare any other cookie against them ! Dive it, enjoy! Locally- The Village Market in Wilton sells these but they can also be found at the triple B- Bed Bath and Beyond, and with a 20% coupon- it's quiet the steal!
Chipotle, an amazing video and a place to eat!
Chipotle was on to something...
The video says it all! I hardly have to post... What's your next taco bowl going to be :)
Super Tuscan!!!!
So there have been a few extra bites these past few months, I could blame it on the holidays but honestly, I just like to eat!! Furthermore I like to eat good food and it's been such a nice change lately because restaurants are expanding their gluten free options!!!
One noteable newcomer is The Tuscan in New Canaan. The tip came over facebook when I put up a gluten free post and a friend that works there told me that they had gluten free pasta! No need to say more, I was there that evening. I kindly reminded the waiter to make sure they use a different pot of boiling water (one should never assume) and asked for their suggestions for the rest of the meal. The menu was easy to dicipher what I could have and what was not gluten free (although I have gotten better at this, it's always a bit difficult going anywhere new!). One menu item I have to mention is the lobster bisque- it is gluten free- really!!! No rue involved here :) it was amazing, creamy and full of flavor. Any type of bisque has definitely been something I have missed and so this was an amazing surprise, I had to order it! Don't think the lobster stopped there, you can not pass up the Insalata de Aragosta, it's insane (although I had this at brunch on another occasion!). Of course after pasta and soup I nearly had to be rolled out of there... that was until someone mentioned salted caramel gelato. I did a stretch or two, a little wiggle and magically I had room for more. I will warn you now, no matter how stuffed you are- one scoop is not enough!!!
Good things do not have to come to an end because let it be known, there Sunday brunch is amazing too!!! I think I have found my new spot... for now at least :)
http://www.thetuscan.com/
One noteable newcomer is The Tuscan in New Canaan. The tip came over facebook when I put up a gluten free post and a friend that works there told me that they had gluten free pasta! No need to say more, I was there that evening. I kindly reminded the waiter to make sure they use a different pot of boiling water (one should never assume) and asked for their suggestions for the rest of the meal. The menu was easy to dicipher what I could have and what was not gluten free (although I have gotten better at this, it's always a bit difficult going anywhere new!). One menu item I have to mention is the lobster bisque- it is gluten free- really!!! No rue involved here :) it was amazing, creamy and full of flavor. Any type of bisque has definitely been something I have missed and so this was an amazing surprise, I had to order it! Don't think the lobster stopped there, you can not pass up the Insalata de Aragosta, it's insane (although I had this at brunch on another occasion!). Of course after pasta and soup I nearly had to be rolled out of there... that was until someone mentioned salted caramel gelato. I did a stretch or two, a little wiggle and magically I had room for more. I will warn you now, no matter how stuffed you are- one scoop is not enough!!!
Good things do not have to come to an end because let it be known, there Sunday brunch is amazing too!!! I think I have found my new spot... for now at least :)
http://www.thetuscan.com/
PAULI'S Deli
A little piece of heaven for all us glutards awaits right on route 7! Over the course of the past 6 months I have received many a phone call to let me know that this local deli has gluten free bread (Rudis), but it all began with a text from my dear friend Gina... "Did u know that PAULI'S has gluten free bread?" I hate to admit that I didn't even know what or who said Pauli was. Since that text, I would call myself a regular at this establishment. I have had grilled cheese with bacon, pastrami with munster and Russian, turkey with lettuce and tomato- don't forget the ranch!!! Like any GF who has finally found something they find edible.... I always order two ;) just in case.
Now let's dive a little deeper and discuss this man we call Pauli... He is in one word-kind. His door is always rotating, his store is always bustling, but he always has time to say hello and ask you how your day is. I always tell him to raise his prices, it's a joke between him and I. You see, everyone else charges extra for anything gluten free, not Pauli. When I ask why, he simply says I want you to come back and eat another sandwich. He gets it!!! He also gets why it is important to have side options for us too- cookies, chips and more gluten free hidden gems are right next to the register.
So next time you are in Norwalk looking for a quick bite, stop by, say hello to Pauli and don't forget to grab an extra sandwich for the road!!!
http://www.paulisdeliandbagels.com/
Now let's dive a little deeper and discuss this man we call Pauli... He is in one word-kind. His door is always rotating, his store is always bustling, but he always has time to say hello and ask you how your day is. I always tell him to raise his prices, it's a joke between him and I. You see, everyone else charges extra for anything gluten free, not Pauli. When I ask why, he simply says I want you to come back and eat another sandwich. He gets it!!! He also gets why it is important to have side options for us too- cookies, chips and more gluten free hidden gems are right next to the register.
So next time you are in Norwalk looking for a quick bite, stop by, say hello to Pauli and don't forget to grab an extra sandwich for the road!!!
http://www.paulisdeliandbagels.com/
Sunday, January 15, 2012
He's got a way about ... Macaroon's! (sung to Billy Joel :) )
First off I am SORRY for the delay on posts, I was actually just asked the other day when I was updating this blog... I got crazy busy with starting a mis-matched vintage rental company: www.someborrowedvintage.com and my life got swept away...
Let's talk about getting swept away.... OH MY GAWD....
Yes it deserves the BIG letters, the BIG entrance... for the BIG flavor. I have to say HANDS DOWN (can you tell my all my capitalization??? ) The best gluten free dessert I have had in 4 years! Even my partner Chris thought they were amazing- just another reason for his restaurant to get open, then I might have a place to call these sweet little nuggets home!
I was blown away by the macaroons with nutella at the Brooklyn Flea, but I bought a few to go home with. When Chris came to the counter I think his exact words were "what you didn't buy me a salted caramel one, it said salted caramel." When I asked for a bite- I shared mine- he said, you will have your bite later when your home with your salted caramel macaroon. I knew when he didn't share it was that good, but could I tell how good? LORD, he should have told me to rip into that bag earlier. At least I would have had more macaroons at home- I would have bought all of the macaroons Danny brought that day.
To boot, Danny is cute, has a great story (when I asked, he asked me which version- the long or the short- I said whichever you prefer... I got good one!), he is a family man and a man with a brilliant product.
So, as I sat down to write this blog I needed the link to his website and the best part of my day was when I realized- THERE ARE MORE!!!! Red velvet, Bailys McRoon- I even saw a sign for Chocolate Banana Walnut?!?!?! OMG, I can not wait to order more and more from Danny!!!
Let's talk about getting swept away.... OH MY GAWD....
Yes it deserves the BIG letters, the BIG entrance... for the BIG flavor. I have to say HANDS DOWN (can you tell my all my capitalization??? ) The best gluten free dessert I have had in 4 years! Even my partner Chris thought they were amazing- just another reason for his restaurant to get open, then I might have a place to call these sweet little nuggets home!
I was blown away by the macaroons with nutella at the Brooklyn Flea, but I bought a few to go home with. When Chris came to the counter I think his exact words were "what you didn't buy me a salted caramel one, it said salted caramel." When I asked for a bite- I shared mine- he said, you will have your bite later when your home with your salted caramel macaroon. I knew when he didn't share it was that good, but could I tell how good? LORD, he should have told me to rip into that bag earlier. At least I would have had more macaroons at home- I would have bought all of the macaroons Danny brought that day.
To boot, Danny is cute, has a great story (when I asked, he asked me which version- the long or the short- I said whichever you prefer... I got good one!), he is a family man and a man with a brilliant product.
So, as I sat down to write this blog I needed the link to his website and the best part of my day was when I realized- THERE ARE MORE!!!! Red velvet, Bailys McRoon- I even saw a sign for Chocolate Banana Walnut?!?!?! OMG, I can not wait to order more and more from Danny!!!
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
FDA to make announcement on GLUTEN FREE label today
FDA to Make Announcement TODAY Regarding
Gluten-Free Food Labeling
Gluten-Free Food Labeling
WHAT:
A stakeholder teleconference regarding FDA's proposed rule on gluten-free labeling of foods
WHO:
-- Michael R. Taylor, J.D., Deputy Commissioner for Foods, FDA
-- Michael M. Landa, J.D., Acting Director, Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, FDA
WHEN:
Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. ET
HOW:
The teleconference will be held Tuesday, August 2, 2011 from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. ET. The toll-free number is 800-369-1976 (inside the United States) and 312-470-7298 (international). The password is CFSAN.
A replay will be available one hour after the teleconference ends until September 2, 2011. To hear the replay, callers can dial 866-415-8391. International callers will need to dial 203-369-0700.
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