Introducing... ME!

Well hello there!  And welcome to my blog.  This is a place where you can expect to read about my gluten-free culinary exploits as well my adventures in general.  I may even post a photo once and awhile.  If you aren't familiar with the gluten-free liftstyle, you should know that it can be somewhat of a challenge.  Gluten is a protein found in the grains wheat, barley and rye, as well as some other more obscure grains that we are far less likely to encounter.  Some people go gluten-free for the heck of it, while others forgo gluten due to Celiac Disease, an auto-immune disease that affects the lining of the small intestine.  If you want more information on this disease, there is a lot available online.  I am by no means an expert!  I was diagnosed with Celiac in November of 2009, and have been doing my best to live gluten-free ever since.  While this lifestyle can sometimes be stressful (ie. eating out), I've learned to embrace it, and tap into my love of food/ cooking to create healthy, delicious dishes that I and anyone else can enjoy.  I hope this might be of interest to others who are avoiding gluten, and also anyone else who likes to cook!  I will post my own recipes, as well as ones I find elsewhere and enjoy.  You will also hear my opinions on any gluten-free products I test out.  If you have any questions, feel free to contact me!