May 2017

Gluten Free in Rochester?

Small cities aren’t necessarily renowned for their awareness of and catering to dietary restrictions. Fortunately, though, Rochester has a more progressive food scene than can be assumed of a city its size. Thanks to a vibrant culinary culture and unconventional eateries like The Owl House, The Red Fern, and Good Luck, Rochester’s gluten-free dining options have multiplied in recent years. Napa Wood Fired offers tasty GF pizza crust, and grocers including and beyond Wegmans keep the shelves stocked with allergen-free staples. Whatever your reason for going gluten-free, you should be able to find sufficient local resources to maintain a lively menu for yourself and your family in the Rochester area.

A Wealth of Resources

Beyond places to acquire non-contaminated foods, the ever-growing population of individuals and families seeking to live gluten-free also requires reliable sources for high-quality information, support, and health care. That’s where The Rochester Gluten-Free Health & Wellness Expo comes in. This event, curated by Calvin Eaton, the Gluten Free Chef, brings together local, regional, and national celiac-safe wellness professionals, entrepreneurs, and brands specifically to benefit the gluten-free and celiac community. In this, the second year, the spotlight will be on nutrition, holistic health, and wellness experts.

Brought to you by The Gluten-Free Chef

The Gluten Free Chef Calvin Eaton is an educator, chef, and writer who launched the website, the Gluten Free Chef Blog, in 2012 after years of living with the effects of fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, and celiac disease – conditions exacerbated by the presence of wheat, gluten, and dairy products in foods. His goal has always been to make gluten-free living accessible to everyone. The blog features foolproof recipes and meal plans which ensure that anyone can eat wonderful gluten-free meals.

The 2017 Rochester Gluten-Free Health & Wellness Expo 
Saturday May 20, 2017 from 10 am to 3 pm
Pieter’s Family Life Center
1025 Commons Way, Rochester, NY 14623
Registration is required.