RUST BELT RIDERS

https://www.rustbeltriders.com

HELLO ALL! This post is not about gluten free except for the weekly can I dump at the RBR collection site:). There are over 40 of them in Cuyahoga County

If you do not already know about RBR, and you cook at home to handle your diet, which many of us do, you may be interested in the collection or drop off sites for your household food waste.

From the RBR webpage…..

We are a Worker-Owned cooperative dedicated to climate resilience, food autonomy, and workplace democracy.

Our mission is to “Feed People, Not Landfills”

We do this by providing people, organizations and businesses a composting solution for their food waste. This organic material is made into compost which serves as the base for our soil blends, that in turn nourishes the very food that we grow within our region. 

This is our commitment to a circular, regional economy with roots firmly planted in solidarity, autonomy and connection.

We believe the work we do is as important as how we do it, practicing workplace democracy while engaging with this mission.

Update from Mariann…..I’ve been a member of RBR composting program since its inception with residential collection – about 8 years. I believe strongly in not discarding food waste in landfills. #1. food waste is material gold for reconditioning our soils. RBR turns that waste into soil. #2. Our food, especially plant material, is full of water. I do not want water discarded into landfills where it is then captured and imprisoned. Water is just too valuable a resource.

RBR is currently in discussions with area communities in Cuyahoga County to contract for municipal compost collection. If you live in Beachwood, Shaker, University Heights or Cleveland Hts. connect with your community’s waste department to see if they are participating or will participate soon. Otherwise, check out the drop off sites, sign up to be a member and begin to collect your food waste.

Pierre’s Ice Cream

www.https://pierres.com

Recently a follower shared this communication from Cleveland’s own Pierre’s Ice Cream.

One question we’re always asked is: Does Pierre’s make any flavors that are gluten free?

The answer: Absolutely!

Pierre’s offers many gluten free flavors and treats, including favorites like Black Raspberry ChipNuts About Buckeyes and our famous French Vanilla.

Other delicious gluten free options include Pierre’s Slender® No Sugar Added Reduced Fat Ice Cream, Pierre’s Sherbet and Pierre’s Sorbet.

Here are just some of our many gluten free flavors:

Pierre’s Sea Salt Caramel Toffee Crunch Ice Cream

Homestyle Wild Mountain Blackberry

Vanilla Frozen Yogurt

Raspberry Sorbet

Rainbow Sherbet

How do you find out for yourself which Pierre’s flavors and products are gluten free?

Look for the words “Gluten Free” in the bullet list on each pierres.com flavor page.

You can also search for this statement in the product checklist located on the side panel of every Pierre’s container.

Still not sure? Just ask and we’ll let you know!

Either way, we love making flavors and treats anyone can enjoy.

After all, so many options mean so many more reasons to smile!

Fully Gluten Free

Columbus Area/Delaware OH

https://fullyglutenfree.com

Last weekend my friends took a trip to Delaware, OH just for the heck of it. The temperatures for the weekend were going to be warmer than in the CLE. Seemed like a good reason to get out of town. They saw this market and very thoughtfully went in and grabbed me some goodies! The bakery was great! The website is chock full of information and suggestions so be sure to check it out before you go.

This calls for a ROADTRIP!

256 S. Sandusky St., Delaware, OH 43015

from the webpage……

At our bakehouse, we’re not your typical bakery – we’re a vibrant, busy hub dedicated to bringing you the freshest, most delicious gluten-free treats. We believe in quality, innovation, and a commitment to zero waste, all while serving our customers with passion and care.

Freshness Every Day – No Waste, No Compromise

Unlike the typical bakery schedule, we’re here for you every day, operating two shifts seven days a week to keep up with the demand of our loyal customers.

Our products are made fresh daily, and whatever doesn’t sell immediately goes to retail the same night.

Since we don’t have a bakery case, everything we make is offered fresh based on availability, so be sure to follow us on social media or give us a call for the latest updates.

We’re proud to say we’ve perfected the art of keeping things fresh – everything we make can be just as perfect out of the freezer as it is the moment it’s made.

It’s Only Fair, LLC

https://streetfoodfinder.com/ItsonlyFair

Food trailer serving classic fair favorites that just happen to be gluten free. Find them on Facebook and Instagram.

Hello GF’ers! Happy New Year to you and yours! This post is just a sample of what we have to look forward to this coming summer!

!AS ALWAYS – BE YOUR OWN BEST ADVOCATE!

See this message from Carrie, Owner/Operator of It’s Only Fair, LLC

The flours that we use are mainly rice and tapioca. We expect to be all over Northeast Ohio, mainly Cuyahoga County.

We are currently looking to book events for 2025, but nothing scheduled yet.

I was diagnosed with celiac in 2024 but gluten free since 2023.

I was tired of only having a few safe places to eat and wanted to provide a gluten free food that isn’t being done, which just happened to be food that takes everyone back to their summer childhood days.

The best part of everything is seeing people’s happy faces when they are able to eat something that they haven’t had in years, or ever. 

Here’s a glance at the menu

ALERT: Lake Erie Sourdough Bread is NOT Gluten Free

From Gluten Free Watchdog:

This sourdough wheat bread is sold by Christopher’s Bakery at the Westside Market in Cleveland, Ohio. A subscriber alerted us that this bakery was selling what they called gluten-friendly sourdough wheat bread. 

A subscriber to Gluten Free Watchdog purchased this product for us at Westside Market. 

Ingredients (according to an email from Christopher’s Bakery): Organic wheat flour, High gluten flour, Water, Salt, Dry malt diastatic

Needless to say, bread made with wheat flour is NOT gluten free. Please be aware if you are visiting the West Side Market and do NOT buy this product.