Community Picks
GF Essentials
Products we actually use and recommend for a safe, delicious gluten-free life in San Diego — and beyond.
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Pantry Staples
Jovial Brown Rice Pasta
Texture is virtually indistinguishable from wheat pasta. Certified GF, made in a dedicated facility. A true pantry staple.
King Arthur Measure for Measure
The best GF all-purpose flour for baking. Perfect 1:1 swap in almost every recipe — cakes, cookies, pancakes.
Bob's Red Mill GF Oats
Purity Protocol oats are tested for gluten. Perfect for overnight oats and baking. Always verify with your doctor if celiac.
Canyon Bakehouse Bread
The closest thing to 'real' sandwich bread in the GF world. Soft, freezes well, and dedicated GF bakery.
Snacks & On-the-Go
Simple Mills Crackers
Made with almond flour, clean ingredients, incredible crunch. Perfect with cheese, hummus, or solo as a snack.
GoMacro Bars
The ultimate travel snack. Certified gluten-free, organic, plant-based, and packed with protein. Never leave home without a few.
Siete Tortilla Chips
Made with cassava, avocado oil, and sea salt. Better ingredients than most GF chips, and crunchier too.
Enjoy Life Chocolate Chips
Certified GF and free from the top 14 allergens. Great for baking and snacking. Dairy-free too.
Kitchen Safety
Dedicated GF Toaster
A toaster used for regular bread CANNOT be safely used for GF bread. A dedicated GF toaster is non-negotiable for celiacs.
Nima Sensor Gluten Tester
Portable gluten tester that detects gluten in food samples. Peace of mind when dining out. The best investment for frequent diners.
Color-Coded Cutting Boards
Dedicated color-coded boards for GF prep prevent cross-contamination at home. Simple, effective, affordable.
Gluten Intolerance Group Kit
The Gluten-Free Food Service Training Kit — perfect for restaurants wanting to get certified. Share with local restaurants.
Dining Out Tools
GlutenTox Home Test Kit
Test food for gluten at restaurants or at home using the same antibody technology as professional labs.
Celiac Disease for Dummies
The best comprehensive guide to living gluten-free. From diagnosis to dining out — covers everything.
Gluten-Free Restaurant Cards
Chef cards explaining celiac disease in multiple languages. Hand them to servers and kitchen staff when dining out.