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Gluten-free Halloween events in PDX (2016)

5dc2f52ad6f6aed2I poached this from an email from Tracy Lehto of Generation GF. Generation GF is the kids arm of GIG, the national Gluten Intolerance Group (our local chapter is run by Dr. Lisa Shaver)—contact info below.

“We are lucky to live in a community with many gluten-free bakeries that help us enjoy the holidays in Portland with fabulous GF treats! I did a quick scan and here is what I found happening for Halloween.

Gluten-free GEM Bakery Pop-up Shop, Saturday, Oct 29th 10am-2pm at Anthropologie in the Pearl District – Halloween and other treats.

Liberated Baking Halloween Carnival, Saturday, Oct 29th, 5pm – For kids 2-12 with allergies or celiac disease! A safe Halloween activity. They have games, prizes, and treats! Wear your Halloween costume! $5 per child. We went last year and will be attending this year also because it was tons of fun!

Cute vegan Halloween goodies at Petunias’.

Pumpkin Soy Soft-serve at Back to Eden.

Of course, you are likely to find some Halloween themed treats at the other GF bakeries including Kyra’s, Tula, and New Cascadia.

It’s not too early to think about Thanksgiving and most of these PDX bakeries offer Thanksgiving items as well. New Cascadia does a tasting of their Thanksgiving goods on Wednesday Nov 9th and Nov 16th  at 10am. Totally worth checking out, its like a mini Thanksgiving!

Have a safe and gluten-free Halloween!

Tracy Lehto
GenerationGF.Portland@gluten.org“

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Gluten-free PDX Round Up 6/23/16

GFP 2016Please let me know via our contact form if you have any gluten-free news or events you’d like us to consider sharing!

News  & Interest Round Up

Free resource. If you or someone you love are new to eating Gluten-free or have questions about testing, cross-contamination or celiac vs gluten sensitivity, grab my Gluten-free Essentials eBook. It’s free, but not for much longer!

Ever wondered if skin care products could be a potential culprit of gluten contamination? Check out these 5 facts to know about gluten-free skin care.

An interesting article showing helpful parenting tips for raising a child with celiac disease. Written by a teenager who was diagnosed with celiac disease and has worked to spread information and resources to parents, teens and kids through social media.

Check out this recent article showing the similar neurological manifestations in celiac disease patients vs. patients with non-celiac related gluten-sensitivity. The patterns appear to be similar and respond equally to adapting a gluten-free diet.

Recipes

FrittataCook this for breakfast, lunch or dinner: GF, Dairy-free Rosemary Chard Frittata. Packed with flavor, protein, and a little bit of brain power. From my blog

A must try for Indian food lovers- GF Onion Pakora recipe with avocado dipping sauce. Easy, delicious and GF!

New from NomNomPaleo. GF meals made easy with cooking in parchment packets and minimal clean up! Check out the recipe for Lemon Garlic Chicken here.

 Events

PDX (GIG) Gluten Intolerance Group Monthly Meeting. 7/9/2016 PPMC HCC 2,3 – Dr David Permultter’s BrainMaker video ( 50 min w 15 min of Q&A): Dr. Perlmutter, neurologist, explains the potent interplay between intestinal microbes and the brain.

Gluten-free Meet-up this month at Rose City Food Park in NE PDX! 6/25/16 at 4:30pm.

Gluten-free Food Allergy Fest. October 1-2, 2016. by Gluten-free & More Magazine.  I’ll be speaking there again this year. They’re moving to the Expo center!

Yours in Health,

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Gluten-free PDX Round Up 5/31/16

GFP 2016Please let me know via our contact form if you have any gluten-free news or events you’d like us to consider sharing!

News  & Interest Round Up

Free resource. If you or someone you love are new to eating Gluten-free or have questions about testing, cross-contamination or celiac vs gluten sensitivity, grab my Gluten-free Essentials eBook. It’s free, but not for much longer!

In honor of Celiac Awareness Month, check out what they are doing in Edmonton, Alberta to raise awareness. Also, a new documentary is coming out this week called The Celiac Project, check out the trailer here.

Good news! You don’t have to worry about skipping the French baguettes while traveling to Paris- even Parisian bakeries are going gluten-free!

Check out this interesting article about Rosacea and potential co-morbidities that may be overlooked by your doctor, including Celiac disease. It appears that the correlation may be more common in women.

Recipes

halibutCook this: Coconut Lime Halibut with Quinoa and Spinach. From my blog

More veggies, less noodles in this GF chicken noodle salad recipe. In case you need another reason to try some delicious zoodles 🙂

Have you found your favorite bread recipe yet? Check out the best gluten-free bread recipes rated on Huff Post- You won’t want to miss the world’s best GF banana bread recipe!

Events

PDX (GIG) Gluten Intolerance Group Monthly Meeting. 6/11/2016 PPMC HCC8 – Annual Gluten-Free Jeopardy w/ Fabulous Prizes! Always a fun meeting with lots of laughs. AND prizes!

Gluten-free Food Allergy Fest. October 1-2, 2016. by Gluten-free & More Magazine.  I’ll be speaking there again this year. They’re moving to the Expo center!

Yours in Health,

Dr Samantha Signature siggy

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Gluten-Free PDX Round Up 5/6/16

gluten-free PDXPlease let me know via our contact form if you have any gluten-free news or events you’d like us to consider sharing!

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My lovely friend Kyra Bussanich, owner of Kyra’s Bake Shop in Lake Oswego just WON another cupcake wars. This one was called the “Ultimate Showdown Challenge” because it was all bakers who have won before. The totally cool thing is that she did all GF baking, of course, but no one made a big deal about it. Just. Cupcakes. Really really really good cupcakes! Go get some (and drop a few off at my office if you’re driving by…) 🙂

Free resource. If you or someone you love are new to eating Gluten-free or have questions about testing, cross-contamination or celiac vs gluten sensitivity, grab my Gluten-free Essentials eBook. It’s free, but not for much longer!

It’s Celiac Awareness Month, check out this news clip about GF flour alternatives and spreading the word on Celiac Disease.

Risks for Teens with Celiac disease transitioning into adult healthcare system. Interesting article on the obstacles that exist for pediatric patients with chronic diseases who need to transfer care as adults. So important to offer resources and support for young patients before further health consequences arise!

Recipes

hot-cerealCook this: Homemade Granola with GF Oats. Kid tested and approved. From my blog

Ever wondered how to prepare a unique recipe with purple cauliflower? Check out this one: Spicy (Italian) Purple Cauliflower from NomNomPaleo.

What’s for brunch? This recipe is a must-try: Hearty Eggs in Portabello Purgatory. From the fabulous Kyra Bussanich.

Events

PDX (GIG) Gluten Intolerance Group Monthly Meeting.  5/14/2016 Sat 10:00 AM 12:00 PM PPMC HCC 2,3 – No speaker this month.

Gluten-free Food Allergy Fest. October 1-2, 2016. by Gluten-free & More Magazine.  I’ll be speaking there again this year. They’re moving to the Expo center!

Yours in Health,

Dr Samantha Signature siggy

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Gluten-Free PDX Round Up 4/14/16

gluten-free PDXPlease let me know via our contact form if you have any gluten-free news or events you’d like us to consider sharing!

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Liberté from Gluten in Paris, France. “In a world of pastry, gluten-free is coming into its own”

Key Gene in Development of Celiac Disease Found in “Junk” DNA. 40% of the population carry the main risk factor for celiac disease but only 1% develop the disease according to this study.

New iPhone app “Celitax” launched in Canada to help people with celiac disease keep track of GF purchases to apply towards tax credit. Think GF alternative foods should qualify for medical expense tax credit?

Recipes

quinoa_saladNeed some new recipe ideas for this amazing spring weather? This Asparagus, Snap Pea and Quinoa Salad uses ingredients that are in season and will not disappoint! From my blog.

GF Veggie Burrito Recipe with homemade GF flour tortillas from the fabulous GFJules. Don’t forget the guac dressing 🙂

Ever waited for 1+ hours on a weekend in Portland just to get some pancakes for brunch? Make these at home and skip the brunch lines: Cinnamon Coconut GF Pancakes. From the lovely NomNomPaleo.

Events

PDX (GIG) Gluten Intolerance Group Monthly Meeting.  5/14/2016 Sat 10:00 AM 12:00 PM PPMC HCC 2,3 – No speaker this month.

Hawthorne Fish House is hosting a “dine to support” Camp Blue Spruce night April 20th between 5 and 9 PM! A portion of the evening’s proceeds will go to support Camp Blue Spruce, an overnight camp for kids with food allergies and Celiac.

Gluten-free Food Allergy Fest. October 1-2, 2016. by Gluten-free & More Magazine. I just got the word I’ll be speaking there again this year. They’re moving to the Expo center!

Yours in Health,

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Gluten-Free PDX Round Up 4/3/16

gluten-free PDXPlease let me know via our contact form if you have any gluten-free news or events you’d like us to consider sharing!

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Easy Gluten-Free Swaps.  Easy swaps for gluten-filled foods.

New Celiac Disease Risk Factor found  Down regulation of a specific RNA variant linked to the development of celiac disease.

Stoli’s launges a Gluten-free vodka. Don’t forget our local GF vodka purveyors though!

Recipes

Smoothie PicNeed an extra boost to your workout? Check out my favorite pre and post workout smoothie here. From my blog.

One of our favorite zoodle recipes: Spicy Thai Chicken Zoodle Salad . What’s your fav way to prepare zoodles?

Have a sweet tooth? Looking to treat yourself this weekend? This fudge brownie recipe from my good friend Kyra is no joke.

Events

PDX (GIG) Gluten Intolerance Group Monthly Meeting. April 9, 10am – noon at Providence Portland Medical Center, main floor (room HCC 8).Ongoing Gluten-free Support group. This month my friend Nadine Grzeskowiak, the GlutenFree RN will be speaking on emergency preparedness for those of us who are GF. Brilliant idea!

Gluten-free Food Allergy Fest. October 1-2, 2016. by Gluten-free & More Magazine. I just got the word I’ll be speaking there again this year. They’re moving to the Expo center!

Yours in Health,

Dr Samantha Signature siggy

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Gluten-free PDX Round Up 3/11/16

gluten-free PDXPlease let me know via our contact form if you have any gluten-free news or events you’d like us to consider sharing!

News  & Interest Round Up

Innovate Biopharmaceuticals Completes License For Late-Stage Celiac Disease Asset From Alba Therapeutics. This medication appears to affect junctions in the gut. Very interesting. Would you take a medication that would allow you to eat gluten?

Simple method to determine prevalence of celiac disease in children aged 2-4. It appears to be  simple finger prick.

Why You Need to Snack and Why You Don’t! A little piece from my blog. With snack ideas!

Just found this little piece in the Huff Post shouting out our PDX GF scene. Woot!

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Gluten-free, Vegan Walnut & Goji Berry Saute. From my blog.

My friend GFJules has an easter recipe round up on her site. You can make a lamb cake (no, not the meat, the shape- and sadly you need a lamb mold to do this…but there are a number of more simple options.) 🙂

 Events

PDX (GIG) Gluten Intolerance Group Monthly Meeting. Ongoing Gluten-free Support group.

Gluten-free Food Allergy Fest. October 1-2, 2016. by Gluten-free & More Magazine. I usually present at this expo, not sure yet about this year, but it’s always a great showing. And this year will be at the expo center instead of near the airport!

Yours in Health,

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Gluten-free, Paleo, or Vegan Thanksgiving Delivered to Your Doorstep!!

static1.squarespaceA few months ago I had the opportunity to try Chef Ryan Abitz’s paleo delivery service, Urban Gourmet. It was most excellent and I recommend it all the time. 100% GF (celiac dedicated commercial kitchen,) DF and accommodating of other allergies to boot. I thought just for fun I’d email him to see if he was doing a menu for the holidays and BAM! Yes indeed. Thanksgiving, handled. His prices are ridiculously reasonable and I can tell you that he’s yet to have me try anything that I didn’t adore.
 Wait, did I tell you he’s delivering said Thanksgiving meals? As in to your house?
unnamed-2When I asked him about the details he also let me know that even for Thanksgiving he can accommodate your allergy or special dietary needs and requests.

MENU HERE

-$25 per adult
-Delivery is free to Portland and surrounding areas (minimum 4 people for free delivery)
-A la Carte items and Whole Birds (free range sourced from Gresham farm) available as well
-Day before Thanksgiving pick up options
–ORDER or ask ?s to urbangourmetdelivery@gmail or call Chef Ryan at 512-695-1616
Enjoy!
     Dr Samantha Signature siggy
PS Full disclosure Ryan sometimes offers me discounts on food because I shout for him and send him new clients. I’d do it no matter what though. Because, you know, shouting about gluten-free yum is part of my job.

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Gluten-Free News Round-up 9/8/15

gluten-free PDXSorry for the break. Crazy summer over here. Please let me know via our contact form if you have any news or events (or recipes) you’d like us to consider sharing!

News  & Interest Round Up

FREE Gluten-free Essentials e.Book. By yours truly. A simple guide to the basics and more.

Facebook Group. Did you know that we have a Gluten Free Portland facebook group with over 1700 members? It’s an incredibly supportive place to get your questions answered about eating GF in PDX. I review member requests weekly.

Gluten-free Cheerios– Updated Position Statement on Gluten-free Wachdog.

Gluten Content of Gluten Digestive Enzyme Supplements: A Very Brief Summary. On Gluten-free Watchdog. In Time.

Recipes

Simple Tasty Gluten-free Chia Pudding. From my blog at DrSamantha.com.

Round up of Paleo and Gluten-free Quiche crust recipes. From Paleo Grubs. Can’t wait to try the spaghetti squash one.

Events

Secret Supper Society Paleo Charity Dinner Saturday September 12th. Chef Ryan never disappoints. Seriously.

PDX GIG Meeting Saturday September 12, 2015. Ongoing Gluten-free Support group at the Portland NE Providence Medical Center.

Gluten-free Portland meetup dinner at Troutini in Troutdale. Thursday September 10th at 6pm. RSVP here.

Gluten-free Food and Allergy Fest September 26-27 by Gluten-free & More Magazine. I’ll be presenting here as well, along with a number of other local folks: Laura B Russell, Kyra Bussanich, Nadine the Gluten-free RN and more…we’ll keep you posted as more info comes in.

Yours in Health,

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Weekly Round Up: Gluten-free PDX 7/5/15

gluten-free PDXPlease let me know via our contact form if you have any news or events you’d like us to consider sharing!

News  & Interest Round Up

Facebook Group. Did you know that we have a Gluten Free Portland facebook group with over 1700 members? It’s an incredibly supportive place to get your questions answered about eating GF in PDX. I review member requests weekly.

For Many Gluten isn’t the Villian. In Time. There are some parts of this piece that make me really frustrated but worth a read.

The Myth of Big Bad Gluten. In the NYT. An opinion piece. Food for thought.

Spouses and Relatives of Celiac Patients at Greater Risk of Autoimmune Disease.

Brooklyn House Fire. Please jump over and donate to the gofundme for the Brooklyn House. They had a fire and are trying to rebuild. Let’s rally for our community here!

Recipes (repeats from last week…)

Rosemary Chard Frittata. From My Blog.

Nicoise-ish Salad. From Rubies and Radishes.

Spicy Cashew Beef with Sweet Potato Noodles. From Everyday Paleo.

Events

PDX GIG Meeting Saturday July 11, 2015. Ongoing Gluten-free Support group.

GF Meetup after the GIG Meeting Saturday July 11, 2015 at Costello’s Travel Caffe (Meetup organizer states that contamination risk is ‘medium.)

Gluten-free Food and Allergy Fest September 26-27 by Gluten-free & More Magazine. I’ll be presenting here as well, along with a number of other local folks: Laura B Russell, Kyra Bussanich, Nadine the Gluten-free RN and more…we’ll keep you posted as more info comes in.

Yours in Health,

Dr Samantha Signature siggy