The Gluten Free Expo

Last weekend I went to a Gluten Free Expo (Norwood,MA; hosted by The Healthy Vili) and I have to say, I was not only impressed by the increase in vendors from last April (when I had last attended) but it felt good to be around so many people that go through the same daily struggles of living GF as I do...but the very best part was being able to sample all of the food!!

Here were some of my top favorites bites of the day...


Best innovative snack: Mini Pops!! It's actually popped sorghum and I have to say I was hesitant at first (considering 'sorghum' is the culprit of GF beer), but I was pleasantly surprised that it tasted like miniature popcorn. I ended up with a bag of cinnamon sugar, caramel and salted. I think the salted would be great as a soup topper. http://www.myminipops.com/




Best surprise of the day: RP's Pasta. This is NOT your typical GF pasta, it is fresh and in the refrigerated section of grocery stores. It was the best GF pasta I have tasted all year-well done! http://www.rpspasta.com/





Best beer: Omission. I was so excited to see that they had attended I stopped to give the person sampling a huge hug and in exchange he gave me a huge sample of IPA. Cheers! http://omissionbeer.com/




Best bread...that actually  tasted "doughy": Gluten Free You and Me. I tried Rye, Italian Herb and French White-all 3 were fabulous. Just add water and oil and you're on your way to fresh sandwich's, stuffing, french toast and more! It was one of the best bread brands I have tried. http://www.glutenfreeyouandme.com/




Best Ice Cream (ever): Susan's Ice Cream Essentials. I have not had my favorite ice cream flavor, cookies and cream, in 7 months...until now. It was so so so delicious and creamy and the cookies are spot on...I actually may have had a tear in my eye. What an amazing discovery! http://blog.susansicecream.com/about/


Best Pie Crust: Breads from Anna. I was so impressed that I bought a bag of the Pie Crust mix to make my traditional Pumpkin Pie for Thanksgiving...life just got easier-Thanks Anna! http://breadsfromanna.com/products/piecrust-mix



Best Cereal: Bob's Red Mill Muesli. What I liked about this cereal is you can have hot or cold and mix with yogurt, milk or water. I had once with Greek yogurt and once with coconut milk-both awesome! Love the mix of dried fruit and nuts. http://www.bobsredmill.com/old-country-style-muesli.html



Best Pizza: Against the Grain. I have tried many pizzas and found a handful of decent brands but Against the Grain is still my favorite. Great flavor and texture...carry on pizza night.  http://www.againstthegraingourmet.com/