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You say you want a resolution…

January 7, 2011

Here’s to gluten-free optimism 2011 is here. Which means a fresh start. New optimism. And of course, millions of New Year’s resolutions, many of which involve a promise to eat better. That got me thinking about the gluten-free diet. I wondered how do the gluten-free among us view these resolutions? Is it with hope…or frustration? [...]

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Holiday Tips

November 18, 2010
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The holidays are upon us. That means good times, good company and good cheer. But for the gluten-free among us, it also means the careful — and often costly — dance around everyone else. But it doesn’t have to be that way. So in this holiday post, we’ll share some tips to help you keep [...]

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Fresh produce on a Shoestring?

May 14, 2010

There’s no doubt that a gluten-free diet can be good for your health — but bad for  your wallet. Gluten-free frozen meals, baked goods and bread can be double or even triple the cost of their gluten-containing counterparts. But so many people feel that having to live gluten-free leaves them with no other choice. You [...]

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Some final words for 2009…

December 28, 2009

This has been quite a year. Filled with downs and then ups. As many of you know, I was laid off from my job back in March. That lead to the start of Gluten Free on a Shoestring. Since then, the blog has grown by leaps and bounds. It’s been mentioned in the New York [...]

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No tricks, just money-saving treats

October 9, 2009

Hello everyone. Nicole’s husband, Brian, here. Nicole is tied up with a bunch of things — one of which she’ll be telling you about soon (and it’s pretty exciting). So I’ll be your guest blogger today. Just think of me like a substitute teacher. Hey you in the back, I see you passing notes. Alright, [...]

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Shopping on a GF Shoestring

September 25, 2009

    When you’re on a shoestring budget, living gluten-free can sometimes be challenging. Your choices are limited. Health food stores are expensive. And ordering online is no good when shipping charges start to add up. But there are ways to be smart about it.  One of those ways is with Amazon.com.  I’ve written about Amazon.com before [...]

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The ‘Okay’ Chef

April 29, 2009

This isn’t a moneysaving tip.  It’s just a tip Tip.  A number of years ago, I found this little ceramic guy in a kitchen supply store in Manhattan called Sur la table, and I love him.  You stick him in a pot of boiling liquid of any sort, and he dutifully keeps it from boiling [...]

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