NY Times: Should we all go gluten free?
I will admit, this is a long article which I only skimmed. However, it touches on many important gluten free topics such as: the recent expo in Salt Lake City, the need for support, the importance of mainstream gluten free options such as those offered by General Mills, and the idea that gluten free may just be a fad. It will become increasingly interesting to see how this Fad idea pans out for those of us who need to eat this way…

How to Teach Kids to Read Food Labels
This isn’t gluten free focused, but I feel every child (especially those with allergies) should know not only how to read labels but to understand their connection to what they are eating as well as the amount. Helpful hints include helping kids visualize sizes and teaching them how to compare options. For the gluten free folks, reading the fine print is also discussed

Winner of Coeliac UK’s Gluten-free Chef of the Year competition Crowned
What a fun idea, a gluten free Chef competition (including menu development)! As one of the judges states:
“It is wonderful to see chefs at all stages of their career with such a passion and enthusiasm to embrace the gluten-free diet and the needs of those diagnosed with coeliac disease and I hope that they will all continue developing further gluten-free dishes in their repertoire and spread the message to their colleagues and colleges.”


Gourmet Gifts for your Gluten Free Friends
This list was posted on MSNBC and has many fantastic ideas, but I agree that many of the items from the looks of it may not be best for people with health related gluten issues. In addition, many of the items are costly, although they offer some interesting ideas.Try looking at  my 2011 gluten free gift guide for more ideas that are in a better price range.