Ideas for Hosting a Gluten-Free Christmas Party (And Tips For Turkey Dinner)
I apologize in advance for the quality of photos in this post. I took them once the party had started and they turned out a bit blurry. I’ll blame the wine.This past weekend we hosted a Christmas/Housewarming party. With our renovation completed we wanted to combine showing off the house with a Christmas celebration.As with […]
Gluten Free Dark Chocolate Sheet Cake
It is now a month before Christmas so I am thinking that I will pump out quite a few new recipes for everyone for the holidays.In fact, I will not be writing stories of my days, or life being gluten free. I figure, we all have so much to get done in the next 30 […]
Gluten-Free Homemade Chai Tea Concentrate
“Venti 1/2 sweet Chai tea latte.” That is what I typically order from Starbucks. What if I told you that you cold make your own homemade chai tea concentrate for far less than buying a drink at a coffee shop? Making your own gluten-free chai concentrate at home is very easy. This chai tea concentrate […]
Gluten-Free Peppermint White Chocolate Bark
Last week I was in Amaranth Foods here in Calgary and came across a display of Candy canes with a gluten free sign.Aren’t all candy canes gluten free?Actually- most are not.Unfortunately everything you buy that is processed has to have its ingredient label read carefully.I took home a couple of boxes to try and was […]
Gluten-Free Dark Chocolate Pretzel Bark
Chocolate Bark is a tasty treat that is easy to make. You can have so much fun playing with flavor additions as well as toppings. Gluten free to me means using great tasting quality ingredients and enjoying a safe treat to enjoy. It still amazes me how much gluten is put in our foods these […]
Gluten-Free Black Bean & Chickpea Lime Salad
Looking for a salad that your vegetarian or vegan guest(s) will enjoy? What about a salad that satisfies your gluten free family members? If you’re searching for a delicious side dish/appetizer that is super easy to make, and ‘keeps’ nicely in the refrigerator…This is the recipe for you!
Whipped Gluten Free Shortbread Cookies
Only 11 more day’s till Christmas, so I’m going to try and get everyone another 12 new recipes. Because of the sudden crunch-time for the next few blogs, I’ve decided to write very little for each blog entry. For those that know me- this is bit of a challange as I can be really long winded. […]
Gluten-Free Rocky Road Squares
Gluten-free rocky road squares that are sweet, chewy, nutty and topped with roasted mini marshmallows. This is my version of a magic cookie bar which is a sweet treat that is layered with gluten-free graham cracker crumbs, then shredded coconut, then a layer of nuts, then a layer of gluten-free chocolate chips and then a […]
Weekend at the Chateau Lake Louise
This year for my husbands Christmas party we were lucky enough to stay at the Chateau Lake Louise, in Lake Louise Alberta. The Chateau for many years has been voted one of the worlds top ten hotels. For us it is a 2 hour drive from Calgary.I was nervous about spending the weekend without first inquiring […]