Archive for the ‘Illinois’ Category

I’ve always found it odd that California Pizza Kitchen had a gluten-free menu but hadn’t ventured into offering a gluten-free crust..untill now, that is. They recently began offering an extensive list of pizza choices   Read the rest of this entry »

We recently had the pleasure of visiting the American Girl Bistro located in the Natick Collection in Natick, Ma.  By making reservations online, we were able to specify the need for a gluten and nut-free lunch. Read the rest of this entry »

The Yard House  has opened its first New England location at the Dedham Legacy Place complex.  This is exciting news because it adds yet another gluten-free dining option to our repertoire.  This shopping complex is Read the rest of this entry »

Shopping has just become more enjoyable.  Nordstrom’s  Blue Stove and Cafe Bistro will deliciously and affordably accomodate gluten-free diners! Read the rest of this entry »

While well known for their delicious contemporary American cuisine, did you know that the White Chocolate Grill  is also known for their ability to accomodate gluten-free diners?  They now have a gluten-free menu at all three of their area locations (Scottsdale, Denver, Chicago)!  This menu was developed with the help of a professional gluten-free menu consultant, which let’s us feel more confident about having a safe dining experience.  Read the rest of this entry »

On a recent visit to The Melting Pot we enjoyed an event held every Monday called  Girls Night Out.  Besides enjoying displays of jewelry and  handbags for sale, and a visit to a Tarot Card reader, we spent a lovely, slow paced and relaxed evening dipping tidbits of food into delicious fondue.  Having heard that the Melting Pot in Littleton, CO, is very accomodating, Read the rest of this entry »

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse  in Boston, Providence, RI and West Hartford, CT  is an allergen-friendly restaurant that even has a food allergy guide  for its guests!  If your dietary needs require you to be gluten-free, dairy-free, peanut and tree nut-free, or avoid MSG, this steakhouse may be able to accomodate your needs.  Many of their regular menu offerings are naturally gluten-free, or can be altered to become so.  If dairy is an issue, entrees can be Read the rest of this entry »

Flourless Chocolate Dome

PF Chang’s China Bistro is very accomodating when it comes to special diets such as gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and other food allergy needs. They have a gluten-free menu and upon request can print out a dairy-free one.  Some of the dishes are naturally gluten-free while others must be modified.  This, of course, makes it very important to alert your server or even ask for the manager to be sure you get the correct recipe.  Read the rest of this entry »

     Bar Louie Tavern & Grill  is ideal for the most “Hip & Urban” adults, but at the same time, it is welcoming to families too (they have a kids’ menu).  Though I don’t fit into the first category, I would still like to visit this restaurant to try food from their gluten-free menu.  There is also a helpful allergen information page on the website.  In addition to the eight most common allergens, it also lists MSG and sulfites.  Read the rest of this entry »

Pizza Fusion, a franchise, offers” fresh, organic and earth friendly foods”.  They are a “green company” and support local agriculture.  Preservatives, growth hormones, pesticides, nitrates and trans fats are avoided. Their menu includes items that  are marked gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian and lactose free.  Read the rest of this entry »