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Latest post on 15 May 2011 - 10:56

I also sent an email to American Garden here in the Middle East as their products are all over supermarkets in Dubai - and they were absolutely wonderful and quick in their response - here is the list I received of safe/unsafe products - you would still have to check for fructose though, of course... Gluten free items Soy Sauces Mustards Vinegars Mayonnaise regular 8oz, 16oz, 32oz All American Garden Salad dressings (except for Creamy Caesar) Worcestershire Sauce Hot Sauces canned coconut milk canned coconut cream American Garden Microwave Popcorn that is made in USA (see barcode #'s below) 12 digit item code Description Size 017273550354 MWPC REGULAR 1ct 717273550377 MWPC BUTTER 1ct 017273550309 MWPC REGULAR 3/3.5OZ 017273550316 MWPC BUTTER 3/3.5OZ 017273550323 MWPC LIGHT 3/3.5OZ 717273550339 MWPC HOT & SPICY 3/3.5OZ 017273550361 MWPC CHEESE 3/3.5OZ 017273550347 MWPC 94% FAT FREE 3/3.5OZ 717273550391 MWPC EXTRA BUTTER 3/3.5OZ 717273550384 MWPC STRAWBERRY 3/3.5OZ These items are NOT Gluten Free..... BBQ Sauces (honey, hickory, original) Peanut Butter items Peanut Butter & Jelly items All Pasta Sauces & Pizza Sauces Creamy Caesar Salad Dressing

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Latest post on 15 May 2011 - 10:52

We are still exploring gluten free items available here by trial and error. I am a big fan of most of the Bob's Red Mill mixes - the brownie mix was a HUGE hit in our house amongst both the gluten free and non gluten free eaters...and I used their gluten free all purpose flour mix to make pancakes that were a hit as well, as was the banana bread I made from the recipe on the package. I am about to try the Bob's Red Mill chocolate cake mix as dd has some classmate birthdays this week and she always feels left out when everyone brings cake in to the class, I'm hoping it's as good as the others I've tried! I buy the mixes at the Organic Cafe. PF Changs has gluten free options, that they even bring out on a different styled plate to show it's gluten free. My daughter is especially fond of the Chang's Spicy Chicken. I questioned them the first time it was brought out because it looked like it was coated/fried - but they double checked with the chef who said they used potato starch. It is quite yummy! It's not terribly difficult to make dinners gluten free - all meat and veggies are naturally gluten free and spices/herbs are fine (just be very careful with prepared spice blends as many can contain gluten). Lime Tree Cafe offer some wheat free sweet options.

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Latest post on 15 May 2011 - 10:02

I feel for you. I have a gluten intolerance (not allergy) so it can be a pain but I find that the 'gluten free' products such as pasta etc are, quite simply, disgusting and I'd rather not eat them at all. So I don't. Really wanted pizza a few weeks' ago so bought some gluten free flour and followed the recipe on the pack. It would have made wonderful wallpaper paste but there was no way it was ever going to make a pizza base so into the bin it went. My DD is on a gluten-free diet but by default I find myself eating lots of GF food too so I don't have to cook separate meals. Therefore I am quite picky about the GF products I am serving as I don't want to have to compromise too much on taste/texture. I have found the "DS" brand of pasta at Lulu has quite a good texture and holds shape, especially the spaghetti. It even copes ok with re-heating. I have found a lot of the GF pastas with mixed grains (particulary mostly rice flour based) are ok one minute and then quickly gets overcooked and falls apart - haven't found it with the DS Brand. Also, the Organic Supermarket has a box pizza dough (comes as a flour, have to make it into a dough) that is I think - testing my meory here as haven't got one at home at the moment - Orgran brand and comes out ok. It will never be the same as ordinary pizza dough but this one is quite acceptable and certainly not needing the bin. Hope this helps you.

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Latest post on 15 May 2011 - 09:10

I can second the Organic Shop in Dubai Mall for gluten free products.

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Latest post on 15 May 2011 - 01:53

I feel for you. I have a gluten intolerance (not allergy) so it can be a pain but I find that the 'gluten free' products such as pasta etc are, quite simply, disgusting and I'd rather not eat them at all. So I don't. Really wanted pizza a few weeks' ago so bought some gluten free flour and followed the recipe on the pack. It would have made wonderful wallpaper paste but there was no way it was ever going to make a pizza base so into the bin it went.

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Latest post on 15 May 2011 - 00:41

Thanks so much for all the info! Will try and get her some stiff before she gets here!.Have to make sure fructose free too....I read labels..but this is REALLY reading labels! I want her to have a good time and not get sick Will fond some nice restaurants an cafe's too Thanks

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Latest post on 14 May 2011 - 15:29

I met a lady at the ARTE soukh yesterday who was selling home made gluten free breads. She's got a facebook page called "gluten free baking in Dubai". You can check that out for more information. There's a restaurant in Oasis called Balance cafe where they have some gluten free options. There are a few other places as well.... make sure you call the chef couple of hours before going to find out more. Naked Pizza may have some gluten free pizzas http://www.nakedpizza.biz/locations/dubai-marina1 Again, call them for more information. And of course, the organic supermarket at Dubai mall has loads of gluten free flours, pasta, pizza (frozen) and also ice cream! Just make sure you go there on the 3rd Saturday of the month (this month it's May 21st) when they have 20% off - it's a huge saving!

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Latest post on 14 May 2011 - 12:18

As per below, the organic supermarket have a selection of foods, plus they also bake bread on Tuesdays. You can also get GF pastas, flours, cereals etc as Lulus, Carrefour, Spinneys - it is relatively easy to get these products nowadays in UAE. If you are on FB, there are also groups "Gluten Free UAE" and also "I don't do wheat UAE" that have lists of cafes and restaurants that users have made up that have GF items on their menus. Hope this helps.

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Latest post on 14 May 2011 - 12:08

organic supermarket have loads of it!

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Latest post on 14 May 2011 - 12:04

So my sister is coming to visit, which is exciting. However she is Gluten and Fructose intolerant..........Fructose we can sort of manage. Gluten free products may be more of a challenge! Can you recommend the best places to buy products from? Thanks in advance!

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