Although I know it’s not the same for everyone, I loved my school dinners. And I remember with fondness, sitting in the classroom, as the delicious (yes, delicious!) smell intensified the closer it got to lunch time, and feeling quite desperate for lessons to finish, so I could get in the dinner queue sharpish. We […]
Author Archives: Liz Rimmer
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Jun
Jun
Updated 13th May 2022 National cream tea day prompted me to pop together a batch of gluten free scones. These scones are nice and easy to make and have a delicious crunch and traditional tight crumb centre. Best enjoyed freshly baked, sliced and spread with butter or for something a little more fancy, fresh cream […]
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Jun
Jun
If you’ve been fancying a great pie, look no further than Voakes Free From gluten free pies. They’re packed full of the most wonderful flavoured fillings, and encased in perfect crisp pastry, which leaves you wondering how can they possibly be gluten free?! Well they really are!
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Jun
Jun
I wanted to share this recipe for dauphinoise potatoes with you as they are delicious, naturally gluten free and super easy to make. If you’ve never had a bash at making dauphinoise potatoes I recommend you do. You won’t regret it as they really are tremendous. They’re the perfect creamy potato dish to enjoy with […]
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Jun
Jun
I’m delighted to share with you, a recent trip to Edinburgh to celebrate my big 50!! And of course to pass on some great places that offered fabulous gluten free food whilst we were there!
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May
May
Updated 1st November 2024 Here’s a recipe for a delicious gluten free bread and butter pudding. On this occasion I’ve made a suggestion that you make this heart warming, comforting pudding with gluten free brioche rolls. However, you can of course use your favourite gluten free sliced bread instead. The original recipe for this bread […]
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May
May
I know if you’ve only recently been diagnosed with coeliac disease, you may be feeling a little daunted right now. It’s totally understandable, but it’s going to be OK. Don’t be hard on yourself and expect to know everything, it’s impossible. I’m still learning 21 years down the line. Taking ‘baby steps’ and being a […]
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May
May
Updated 2nd February 2024 I feel that eating out gluten free is one of the main worries for people managing a gluten free diet. Simple practices, such as using a separate toaster, butter pot, chopping board, dedicated gluten free fryer and preparing gluten free food on a freshly wiped down surface, etc are all a […]
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May
May
Updated 30th June 2022 I love to eat out at places that can safely cater for my gluten free diet. Here are a handful of places in the North West that I really like and where I’m always eager to eat! Ego Mediterranean bar and restaurantWhere: 25 Walton Road, Stockton Heath, Warrington, Cheshire, WA4 6NJGreat for: Tucking […]
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Apr
Apr
Updated 15th April 2024 Whilst in the past, there was much confusion about whether or not it was safe for somebody with coeliac disease to consume malt vinegar and barley malt, I can confirm, that the current advice is that malt vinegar and barley malt is NOT safe to include within a gluten free diet. […]