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News Notes and Things to Know – March 2018

 

 

https://gffmag.com/

GFF Spring 2018 Issue Recipe List

 

http://www.cleveland.com/entertainment/index.ssf/2018/03/girl_scouts_cookies_are_here_f.html

They’re Here!!  Girl Scout Cookie Season is upon us with a Toffee-tastic version for our g-f needs!

http://www.cleveland.com/entertainment/index.ssf/2018/02/jersey_mikes_gluten-free.html

At our last meeting we had a couple of folks who had just been to Jersey Mikes subs to get their favorite sub on gluten-free bread.  So far the feedback has been supportive of the bread, the options and the service.  Don’t forget to be your best advocate and let them know you need your sub made with care:)

https://glutendude.com/product-review/udis-new-bread-review/

Gluten Dude comments on the new and improved? Udi’s bread options.

Gluten-Free Pumpkin Pies to go…

Kathy’s Creations (Alliance, OH) is now taking gluten-free pumpkin pie orders. I purchased one of her fruit pies recently and it tasted precisely like the wheat flour crusts I remembered savoring many years ago (flaky & delicious!) This gem of a bakery is a little drive from CLE/AKR – but worth the trip! Being able to purchase any item in the entire bakery (which is exclusively gluten-free) was certainly a treat. In addition to enjoying the variety, texture, and taste of the items purchased, prices were extremely reasonable.

Kathy’s carries a wide variety of gluten-free items, including pies, assorted muffin flavors, pizza crusts, various breads & cookies, biscotti, cakes, & cupcakes. I am told her pumpkin pies are delectable but that one must order EARLY. Order your GF pumpkin pie(s) today! (330) 821-8183

Kathy’s Creations
2010 Crestview Ave, Alliance, OH 44601
(330) 821-8183
www.kathyscreationsbakery.com

Ask the Dietitian: Do hops in beer contain gluten?

Question: This question is in regards to ngb Gluten Free Lager. Where does the hops come from, or maybe better stated, what it hops, exactly? I always thought it was from barley, which is, of course, not gluten free.

Answer: Thank you for your excellent question, Aston. You are certainly not the first person to think hops provide gluten to beer – it is a common misconception! In fact, hops are indeed gluten-free and not derived in any way from wheat, barley, or rye. Hops are actually flowers from a hop plant and they provide flavor and aroma to beer. (Similarly, many think it is caraway seeds in rye bread which are gluten-containing. Caraway seeds are also gluten-free and can be added to gluten-free bread to resemble what we think of as rye.) Enjoy your hops! 🙂

Trisha B. Lyons, RDN, LD

Gigi’s on Fairmount

Cleveland Heights

 

https://www.facebook.com/gigisonfairmount

Intimate bistro serving locally sourced, Italian-inspired American fare with wine & cocktails
3477 Fairmount Blvd
Cleveland Heights, OH
44118

Phone: 216.291.7237

Lunch, Dinner and Brunch menus are available.
Check the facebook page for daily hours.

Mariann writes:

The menu at Gigi’s on Fairmount is styled on Small Plate Appetizers, Salads and Soups, and a variety of Bruschetta.  They also offer 3 entrees at dinner which your server will describe as they change daily.  There are a number of items on the menu that are naturally g-f but the restaurant carries g-f bread (Udi’s) so even the Bruschetta can be accommodated.

On my first visit to Gigi’s our table shared an olive medley and cheese platter that were both substantial and beautifully presented.  We also had salads that were plentiful enough to be entrees.  Of the three entrees offered on the day I dined 2 of the 3 were g-f.  My choices were Seared Scallops on garlic grits and Braised Lamb Shank over mashed potatoes.  Both dishes included a lovely selection of beans and carrots in the plating of the entrees.
The dining experience at Gigi’s was very pleasant.  Our server was gracious, attentive and knowledgeable.  The room is a bit on the dark side but there is candlelight and reflections on all the mirrored walls so the room appears large and welcoming.  The adjacent lounge has a bar and lovely sofa and cluster seating for a group gathering.  On nice weather days the sidewalk patio looks to be quite welcoming.  
While the wine list is limited it includes some very wonderful wines from around the world.  Our party enjoyed a Savignon Blanc from Australia, a Montepulciano from Italy, and a Pinot Noir from Oregon.  Cocktails are also served at Gigi’s.