Do you have a children’s birthday party to prepare for? Claire Latham explains how it might be easier than you think… The countdown had started in January. After all, a birthday is exciting when you are about to turn seven and of course requires endless conversations about Lego specifications. Yet while my son pondered over […]
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18 fantastic gluten-free fish and chips restaurants and takeaways
For those late nights, cheat days and lazy afternoons, nothing hits the spot like fish and chips! As with any takeaway food, gluten-free fish and chips can be hard to come by, but more places are catering for GF diners than ever before. To help you find one nearby, we’ve put together a list of […]
13 of the best places to have a gluten-free afternoon tea in the UK
One thing that most of the UK has in common is a love for afternoon tea! From quick cakes and coffees to luxurious fine teas, scones and canapés, we’ve got your next craving covered with this list of 13 gluten-free afternoon tea spots. To receive carefully-selected seasonal gluten-free recipes and news every month to your […]
Gluten-free ready meals taste test
See what we at Gluten-Free Heaven headquarters thought of a selection of the latest gluten-free ready meals to hit the aisles… There is nothing as satisfying as planning, preparing, developing and then cooking up a wonderful meal that you have devoted time and effort to making as special as you can. That’s the perfect world. In […]
15 sweet & savoury perfect gluten-free pastry recipes
Cooking with pastry can be a challenge (especially when it’s gluten-free!) but it’s oh-so-rewarding when your creations turn out delicious! We’ve gathered together a whole host of pastry-based recipes, both sweet and savoury, that we think are definitely worth the effort. Sweet gluten-free pastry recipes Apple, Cinnamon and Raisin Pastries by Silly Yak We can’t […]
10 things that will get on your nerves this summer if you’re gluten-free
Ah, summer! The season of sunshine, holidays and . . . gluten worries? Yes, unfortunately for us, the hassles of gluten-free living don’t just fade away with the colder months. Though we love a good pool party or road trip as much as the next person, venturing away from our local stores and routines brings […]
Everything you need to know about gluten-free flours
The Free From Fairy, Vicki Montagu, talks us through how she came to develop her own gluten-free flours… I’m a self-confessed gluten-free flour geek. In my defence I am a scientist by training. However, I could never entertain the idea of working in a laboratory every day of the week with only test tubes and […]
Fire up the grill this summer and try these 15 gluten-free BBQ ideas!
Ah, summer. Barbeque season has arrived in all its glory, especially with the current stint of sunshine beckoning us outside. Summer parties, as fun as they are, can sometimes be daunting to us gluten-free folk. Gluten can be found in key barbeque ingredients, and cross-contamination abounds when gluten-filled buns are toasted on the grill. But […]
Is it coeliac disease? Coeliac UK share the facts on coeliac disease
Coeliac UK’s Norma McGough says people are still waiting far too long to get diagnosed with coeliac disease – 13 years on average – and more awareness is needed. She gives us the facts on coeliac disease. Q What is coeliac disease and how is it treated? A Coeliac disease (pronounced see-liac) is an autoimmune disease […]
Eating out with confidence: The best high-street chains with gluten-free menus
Planning a meal out this week? Charlotte Willis gives you the inside information on the latest and greatest gluten-free options available to try… There’s nothing better than a great catch-up among loved ones and friends over an indulgent and delicious meal. Going out for dinner, lunch or breakfast is one of the highlights of my […]