Gabriela VelazquezWe’ve come a long way since the first frozen dinner, also known as a TV dinner, because people typically consumed it while watching television. As the story goes, Thanksgiving turkeys […]
Gabriela VelazquezYou may think appetizers and hors d’oeuvres are the same, but surprisingly, they are not. Eating appetizers before meals makes you hungry and stimulates the appetite, hence the name. In […]
Gabriela VelazquezSure, you can eat gluten-free cereal with alternative milk. You can even have oatmeal and dairy-free yogurt. Gluten-free bread spread with vegan butter is another option. While these options are […]
Gabriela VelazquezWith the cold air, snow, and layers upon layers of clothing, I bet you could use a cup of warm soup right now. According to Instacart, November is peak soup […]
Gabriela VelazquezUnsurprisingly, the most popular snacks in the U.S. and the world are chocolates, such as Oreos, Kit Kat, and Snickers. While I have substitutes for them in my post (https://liveglutenanddairyfree.com/gluten-dairy-free-substitutes-for-popular-chocolate-snacks/), […]
Gabriela VelazquezOf all the dairy products I miss eating, cheese is the hardest to give up. As I’ve said before, only cheese tastes like cheese. And only cheese melts like cheese. […]
Gabriela VelazquezThe importance of having alternatives when dealing with food allergies and sensitivities cannot be emphasized enough. First, having alternatives makes it easier to stick to a gluten- and dairy-free diet; […]
Gabriela VelazquezThey look the same and sometimes taste the same. However, wraps and tortillas are not the same. Tortillas are unleavened, meaning they don’t contain yeast. They usually have corn or […]
Gabriela VelazquezTop brand companies have taken notice of the surge in demand for plant-based and vegan diets. They understand that it is here to stay and not just a fad. As […]
Gabriela VelazquezWho doesn’t love chocolate? It makes us happy by releasing the feel-good hormones serotonin and dopamine. It also contains antioxidants, and most importantly, tastes great. Well, no wonder it’s addictive. […]
Gabriela VelazquezPlant-based food is one of the fastest-growing trends today. According to the Good Food Institute (GFI), sales of plant-based foods grew three times faster than foods overall. Purple Carrot offers […]
Gabriela VelazquezToday I am reviewing two oatmeal crème pie desserts and mush. Mush, Blueberry The word mush is funny sounding and reminds me of many things. It’s the command to make […]
Gabriela VelazquezIf you’ve been to a restaurant or watched tv cooking shows, you’ve noticed that there is a large tattoo culture among chefs. Maybe it’s because tattoo artists and chefs enjoy […]
Gabriela VelazquezWith all that gooey cheese and carb-filled pasta- it’s no surprise that macaroni and cheese always ranks in the top ten of America’s popular comfort foods. Today, I review three […]
Gabriela VelazquezIf you miss the buffalo wings, mozzarella sticks, and jalapeno poppers at your bar or restaurant, boy are you in for a treat. Wholly Veggie provides delicious alternatives to traditional […]
Gabriela VelazquezDaiya is a leader in plant-based cheese, with their mozzarella-style shreds debuting in 2009. Since then, they have created various gluten and dairy-free products, including cheesecake, pizza, macaroni and cheese, […]
Gabriela VelazquezIn honor of National Pretzel Day on April 26th, I review four types of gluten and dairy-free pretzels- Paleo, soft, flavored, and filled. Savor by Suzie Variety Pack The pretzels […]
Gabriela VelazquezYou’ve probably seen Himalayan salt everywhere, from salt shakers to lamps. Lesser Evil makes popcorn with coconut oil and Himalayan salt and I review three flavors – Himalayan Pink Salt, […]
Gabriela VelazquezAngel food cake will always have a special place in my heart. As a 7-year-old diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, it was the only cake I was allowed to eat […]
Gabriela VelazquezI couldn’t find my go-to cream, Silk Dairy-Free Soy Creamer, so I tried two sweet & creamy creamers. They are Silk Almond Creamer and Chobani Coffee Creamer. I rarely like […]
Gabriela VelazquezIt’s not too surprising I’m seeing many products with oat milk. According to a sales statistic from SPINS reported by Food Navigator, oat milk is the second most popular plant-based […]
Gabriela VelazquezI remember summers at Navy Pier where I would always get a churro. They were warm, soft, and always had just the right amount of cinnamon without being overwhelming. The […]
Gabriela Velazquez“Soup puts the heart at ease, calms down the violence of hunger, eliminates the tension of the day, and awakens and refines the appetite” is a timely quote by Auguste Escoffier […]
Gabriela VelazquezMaybe you’ve never heard of chimichurri sauce, but you’ve probably met her distant cousin, pesto. They’re so alike, you’d have a hard time telling the green sauces apart. But while […]
Gabriela VelazquezLast year, I wrote about cauliflower being the “it” food and reviewed crackers and puffs made with cauliflower. Well, you’ve probably heard about another “it” food, avocado. Surely, you’ve heard […]
Gabriela Velazquez“In November, the smell of food is different. It is an orange smell. A squash and pumpkin smell. It tastes like cinnamon and can fill up a house in the […]
Gabriela VelazquezEggs aren’t dairy, even though you’ll find them side by side with dairy products. Besides gluten and dairy, eggs are one of the most common food allergens. But there are […]
Gabriela VelazquezAlong with games and rides at a carnival or state fair, you can also expect to find corn dogs. According to Rod Phillips, professor of the history of food and drink at […]
Gabriela VelazquezA debate about chili is whether it should contain beans. What’s not debatable is that for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities, it should not contain gluten. Chili is […]
Gabriela VelazquezAs important as it is to know which foods contain gluten and dairy, it’s just as important to have resources to help with living gluten and dairy free. Here are […]
Gabriela VelazquezWith foods named wheat bread and dairy creamer, it’s obvious that they contain gluten or dairy. But there are other names and sources for gluten and dairy that you may […]
Gabriela Velazquez“A mother’s love for her child is like nothing else in the world. It knows no law, no pity, it dares all things and crushes down remorselessly all that stands […]
Gabriela VelazquezI reviewed ranch dressing in my Dairy Free Ranch and Blue Cheese Dressings post (https://liveglutenanddairyfree.com/dairy-free-ranch-and-blue-cheese-dressings/). I wrote on ranch dressing being used for more than salads and beating ketchup and […]
Gabriela VelazquezIt can be hard finding a gluten free meal when dining out, but many restaurant chains, including several fast-food ones, offer gluten free foods. And gluten free is not limited […]
Gabriela VelazquezSure, Peeps are gluten and dairy free, but you can’t deprive a kid of chocolate, caramel, and other goodies. All of the reviewed treats are individually wrapped, perfect for Easter […]
Gabriela VelazquezFish sticks and chicken nuggets. Two popular appetizers that were off limits to those of us who are gluten free since they are breaded with wheat flour. Well not anymore. […]
Gabriela VelazquezIf you’ve ever overslept or had back-to-back meetings or classes, you know ready to drink beverages are convenient and a huge time-saver. I review dairy free coffee, protein shakes, drinkable […]
Gabriela VelazquezPaleo and Keto are all over the news. They are popular eating lifestyles because they encourage eating natural foods, eliminate many allergens and are supposed to aid with weight loss. […]
Gabriela VelazquezIf you’ve ever purchased gluten free bread, you know that they are usually sold frozen. Reasons are that many brands ship frozen bread to places where gluten free products are […]
Gabriela VelazquezWhen my vegetarian friends ask why I haven’t given up meat, I reply I’ve given up dairy and gluten, haven’t I suffered enough? But in all seriousness, I don’t want […]
A dollop, a dash and sprinkle. Toppings enhance food, adding crunchiness, moistness, and flavor. Sour cream, crispy onions, tortilla strips, cheeze and croutons make great toppings on baked potatoes and […]
Gabriela VelazquezThe proof is in the pudding means that you can only judge the quality of something after you have tried it, appearances aside. I took this quote literally and went […]
Gabriela VelazquezAlthough they look alike and are made in the same pan, there are key differences between muffins and cupcakes. Muffins are more bread-like whereas cupcakes are mini cakes, hence the […]
Gabriela VelazquezIf you miss the taste and crunch of Doritos and buttery popcorn, I have great news for you. Hippeas and Beanfields make Doritos-like tortilla chips. And Skinny Pop, Angie’s BoomChickaPop, […]
Gabriela Velazquez“To feel safe and warm on a cold wet night, all you really need is soup” is a great quote by author Laurie Colwin, which captures the essence of soup. As […]
Gabriela VelazquezWith foods like pizza and pasta, it’s not too surprising Italian food is one of the most popular cuisines loved around the world. Sadly, many cannot eat Italian food because […]
Gabriela VelazquezWhether you are gluten and dairy free or accommodating friends and family who are, here are sides, drinks and desserts for an allergy friendly Thanksgiving. I reviewed some of the […]
Gabriela VelazquezAmerican literary critic Barbara Johnson said, “a balanced diet is a cookie in each hand.” Can’t argue with that. I review various cookie flavors in this post, including America’s favorite, […]
Gabriela VelazquezHalloween has me thinking about sweets. We know we shouldn’t eat too much sugar, but if we’re going to indulge, it might as well be with healthier treats that are […]
Gabriela VelazquezIf you’re like me, you’ve had a hard time giving up cheese and have fallen off the wagon a few times. Well, there’s a reason for that. “Dairy crack” is […]
Gabriela VelazquezOne thing I really like about Amy’s Kitchen, aside from their delicious gluten and dairy free meals, is their devotion to international dishes. In honor of World Food Day, which […]
Gabriela VelazquezI’m a cruncher. Researchers found that consumers have four different texture preferences. Chewers enjoy the sensation of chewing and dislike food that breaks up easily. They enjoy foods like gummy […]
Gabriela VelazquezSimilar to wraps and bowls (https://liveglutenanddairyfree.com/amys-bowls-and-wraps/), I like pot pies because they are a complete meal in one. You get protein, veggies, and potatoes filled in a crust. I review […]
Gabriela VelazquezThai food is one of my favorite cuisines and it’s not surprising given it’s been called the perfect balance of sweet, sour, spicy, salty and bitter. Thankfully, many of the […]
Gabriela VelazquezNaturally, you would expect gluten and dairy in foods like bread, pasta and cheese, but did you know they are found in foods you would never suspect? Foods like sauce […]
Gabriela VelazquezSummer is coming to an end and it saddens me that my favorite fruit, mango, will no longer be in season. Mango is the most frequently consumed fruit in the […]
Gabriela VelazquezI love coffee and honestly believe I have kept Starbucks in business. Before going dairy free, I loved adding half and half creamer to my coffee. Milk was too watery, […]
Gabriela VelazquezNothing says summer like grilling hamburgers and hotdogs. And hamburgers and hotdogs need great buns. I tried Udi’s hamburger buns years ago and didn’t like them. I found them to […]
Gabriela VelazquezTwinkie lovers rejoice! What Hostess is to snack cakes, Katz is to the gluten and dairy free versions. And brands Enjoy Life, Kinnikinnick, Sweet Ali’s, and Udi’s also offer allergy […]
Gabriela VelazquezWraps and bowls are so convenient as they are a complete meal in one. You have carbs, protein, fat and vegetables all in one meal. And if you’re in rush […]
Gabriela VelazquezAdam Carolla said “I don’t think I’ve ever seen pie advertised. That’s how you know it’s good. They advertise ice cream and other desserts. They advertise the bejeeezus out of […]
Gabriela VelazquezIt is worthy of Olympians, thought to have originated in ancient Greece and served to athletes at the first Olympic Games. It looks like pie, has a custard like filling, […]
Gabriela VelazquezDon Kardong, an Olympic marathoner, said “without ice cream, there would be darkness and chaos.” Ok, that might be an exaggeration but I don’t even want to think of a world without […]
Gabriela VelazquezJuly is National Ice Cream Month and I can’t think of a better treat to beat the heat. The dairy and gluten free ice cream, whipped cream and cone brands […]
Gabriela VelazquezWe’ve all heard it, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It breaks the overnight fasting period, which is its name literally, to break the fast. You may […]
Gabriela VelazquezIt used to be hard to find a gluten and dairy free appetizer that wasn’t a fruit or vegetable tray. Not anymore. Starline Cuisine, Feel Good Foods and Ian’s have […]
Gabriela VelazquezVanishing caloric density. Maybe you’ve never heard of this term, but it’s the reason you can’t stop eating some foods like Cheetos and cotton candy. Their texture melts in your […]
Gabriela VelazquezRich and creamy caramel reminds me of summers in Wisconsin Dells, where candy shops are filled with the smell of old-fashioned milk caramels being stirred in copper kettles. Two brands […]
Gabriela VelazquezChocolate is called the food of the gods and I think we would all agree. Most of us wouldn’t be able to give it up but some are willing to […]
Gabriela VelazquezI am reviewing four of the most popular vegan butters on the market: Miyoko’s, Earth Balance, Country Crock Plant Butter and I Can’t Believe it’s Not Butter, it’s Vegan!
Gabriela VelazquezRanch is the most popular salad dressing flavor in the U.S. That’s not surprising given that it is so rich and tangy. A study by the Association for Dressing and […]
Gabriela VelazquezCauliflower is the “it” food right now. A review of From the Ground Up Butternut Squash Crackers and Vegan Rob’s Cauliflower Puffs, which are gluten and dairy free.
Gabriela VelazquezPeople with dairy and gluten allergies can enjoy a popular comfort food, mac ‘n cheese.
Gabriela VelazquezA review of 7 dairy and gluten free yogurt brands made with 4 different alternative milks.
Gabriela VelazquezJust because you are gluten and dairy free doesn’t mean you can’t eat pizza.
Gabriela VelazquezMilk it does a body good was the beverage’s slogan during the 1980’s. Reviews of alternative milk brands as well as why Dean Foods filed for bankruptcy and the rise of milk allergies.
Gabriela VelazquezWho doesn’t love a warm bread basket at a restaurant? Undoubtedly bread is loved all over the world and a staple in most countries, whether a croissant, pita, or naan. […]
Gabriela Velazquez“You’re inflamed all over,” said the chiropractor. She was examining me and asked if I had food allergies. Dairy had always been a problem, but I still ate it, and […]
