Here in the UK, some basic gluten free provisions are prescribable. This doesn't necessarily mean they're free, as there is a standard charge per item - but if you fall into one of several categories, such as being a child, or pregnant, then you will be exempt from charges, and if you have a low income, you may be eligible for reduced prescription … [Read more...]
Need a gluten free Celebration cake?
Don't these look gorgeous? I know I've written about celebration cakes before, but it's a question that comes up a lot - where to find a gluten free (wheat free, or dairy free) wedding cake, christening cake, birthday cakes ... Yes, you can make them yourself (and there's a fantastic recipe for a vodka and cranberry fruit cake here) but … [Read more...]
Tesco asks for ideas from coeliacs
Absolutely astonished this morning to see that one of Tesco's buyers has posted on the gluten free messageboard, asking what the gluten free community would like to see in store. I've posted before about Sainsbury's target in their CSR strategy of being the number one choice for customers with allergies or intolerances ... at the moment, … [Read more...]
