Christmas Gift Guide 2017
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MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Another year has flown by and 2018 is fast approaching. yum. Gluten Free has been packing the website with everything you need in your gluten free life… product releases, health updates, recipes, café reviews and so much more! It has been a year of adventure as we launched our yum. Gluten Free 2017 Mini Cookbook! We had a fantastic time selling the cookbooks to each of you at the Brisbane Gluten Free Expo and online. We also had an incredible October Meet Up in Melbourne. Chatting with you was inspiring and led to the creation of our yum. Gluten Free Meet Up Australia Facebook Group! In this community, members are connecting with other coeliacs all over Australia and finding safe places across your local cities to enjoy a #nocrumbsplease meal. More to come in 2018! To top off a stand-out year, we are thrilled to bring you our 2017 yum. Gluten Free Christmas Gift Guide! Inside you will find must-have products for your Christmas Dinner and Stocking Stuffers. For those with coeliac disease, or other dietary restrictions, we also discuss how to have a safe 100% gluten free Christmas Day and navigate the many friends and family members who may be involved. Sending our best wishes for joyful holiday season. Stay in touch!
MANAGING DIREC TOR/PUBLISHER Olivia Jackson CREATIVE DIREC TOR Vanessa Russell, www.raspberrycreative.com.au WEBSITE www.yumglutenfree.com.au FACEBOOK yumglutenfree INSTRAGRAM yumglutenfree TWITTER yum_gluten_free ENQUIRES info@yumglutenfree.com.au PUBLISHER Living Creations Pty Ltd, 18/43 Ashgrove Avenue, Ashgrove, QLD 4060 COVER: Silly Yaks Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability yum. Gluten Free will take no responsibility for any written material published in the cookbook, all responsibility of recipes remains with the respective author. The information and advice provided on yumglutenfree.com.au and on Linked Sites is so provided solely on the basis that users will be responsible for making their own assessment of the matters discussed herein and are advised to verify all relevant representations, statements and information. All rights reserved. Copyright Notice The written and visual contents of this cookbook are protected by copyright by yum. Gluten Free. No part of this publication including, but not limited to, the content, the unique combination of images, colours, sizes, typography, and positioning – “the design” of this cookbook may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recoding, print or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
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GINGERBREAD FOLK
Gingerbread house season is here! Made famous by German fairy tale Hansel and Gretel, decorating gingerbread houses has become a tradition around the world. Here in Australia, cold winter nights and gluvine are replaced by long summer evenings and a chilled glass of chardonnay. From the coast to the bush, individuals, families and communities build gingerbread houses to reflect upon and share the spirit of Christmas. Young and old alike have fun making their unique creations with Gingerbread Folk’s premium quality gluten free gingerbread house kits. Made from a delicate balance of sweet spices, gingerbread house kits make wonderful gifts, joyous Christmas day activities and are loads of family fun! Gluten free | dairy free | egg free | nut free | palm oil free vegan | no preservatives www.gingerbreadfolk.com.au
MANBULLOO
Kensington Pride mangoes, also known as Bowen mangoes, are a gorgeous variety that can be found Australia-wide. They are available each year from late September through to late January and can be eaten either firm for a slightly tangy and sweet flavour, or soft to the touch for a very sweet, luscious eating experience. They are the perfect addition to any summer smoothie, salad or dessert. Manbulloo is the country's largest grower of Kensington Pride mangoes. They are proud to have grown this gorgeous variety for 12 years! Manbulloo now owns six farms in the Queensland and Northern Territory regions of Northern Australia. Be sure to add Kensington Pride mangoes to your salads, pavlovas and frozen drinks this holiday season! You can find Manbulloo’s world-class mangoes in selected Coles stores every Aussie mango season or visit their website for simple and healthy mango recipe ideas. www.manbulloo.com
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A GLUTEN FREE CHRISTMAS { CHRISTMAS… THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE SHOULD BE BUT FOR SOME OF US, THIS TIME OF YEAR STRESS AND FEAR OF GETTING SICK. HERE ARE MY TOP S A F E A N D C O N T A M I N A N T F R E E T H I S H O L I D AY
The holiday season is such a magical time of year. After the end-of-year rush, we get to sit back, relax, enjoy cruisy days with family and friends and, in Australia, soak up the summer sun! In a perfect world, the most stressful part of the holidays would be deciding what presents to get each family member. However, for those of us with severe dietary restrictions, having family and friends together to share meals means an exhausting process of either cooking everything yourself or spending hours briefing each of the family members. Then comes the food spread and the anxiety of… was anything cross contaminated?? Here are the yum. Gluten Free top tips for a safe, enjoyable and relaxing holiday season!
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SIMPLY ASK WHO IS COMFORTABLE CATERING FOR YOU You would not believe how grateful people are to be equipped with information to enable them to make an informed decision. As a rule of thumb, people who are not comfortable cooking for those with dietary requirements will happily let you know if you give them the opportunity. Invite them to bring their favourite drink to share. From here, you will know what gaps you need to fill to make sure you’re getting a balanced meal on the big day. Feel free to invite family and friends to send you pictures of packaging ingredient lists if they are unsure. Remind them to check for “may contain” and “processed in the same facility” statements, as these are not coeliac-safe!
BRIEF FAMILY AND FRIENDS ON COELIAC DISEASE ARRANGE THE GLUTEN FREE FOOD FIRST Send a mass email or Facebook message to everyone who will be gathering for Christmas. Briefly explain coeliac disease and emphasise the detriment of cross contamination. This is a helpful link to send along from Coeliac Australia PROPOSE A CHRISTMAS DAY MENU Put together a list of favourites (or family traditions) and grab some simple, gluten free recipes online. Show people just how easy it is to transition to a fully gluten free Christmas! Find brands that offer gluten free products as well for tricky items like gravy, sauces or anything that comes packaged. Ask people to sign up with what they’d like to prepare!
The day is here! There are a few tips here that I always do. When setting out the food, always be sure to have any foods with gluten in them last in the food line and grouped together (bread rolls etc) to reduce the risk of cross contamination. If possible, place the gluten free food on a separate counter or table to minimise the chance of cross contamination. This can easily happen by someone accidently using a serving utensil for a gluten containing food and then replacing it in a gluten free dish. So be sure that each dish has its own serving utensil. Lastly, ask to serve yourself first and load up your plate! People are always hesitant to get the food train going, so take this as your opportunity to make sure you’re safely fed. Additionally, this way everyone
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knows that their hard efforts won’t go to waste by someone accidentally dropping bread roll crumbs in each dish on the way past. Now you can feel relaxed when you sit down knowing that every precaution possible has been taken for a safe and cross contamination-free meal. TAKE A DIGESTIVE ENZYME Even after every single possible precaution, I always take a digestive enzyme before eating food not prepared in my own house. You want to take this enzyme prior to eating so it can be released in your small intestine. This will help assist your body in the breakdown of accidental gluten ingestion in an effort to minimize how long it’s in your body. Digestive enzymes are never a replacement for skipping any of the above steps but just one more opportunity to keep yourself safe and well! Please do all research necessary before incorporating any supplements into your diet. Personally, I take GluteGuard, available online world-wide. LAUGH, CHAT AND ENJOY THE DAY! Believe it or not, how we set ourselves up mentally and emotionally directly affects our body’s ability to prepare itself for food and be able to digest it as intended. I spent years struggling with food anxiety, to the point that I would be sick before I’d even had a bite!
I have lots of information on yum. on my battle with food anxiety and how I overcame it. Once the above precautions have been taken, sit back and soak up the day. Most importantly, this is an opportunity to enjoy a special time with loved ones. These are my top tips for a fantastic gluten free Christmas Day! I hope this step-by-step list makes it simple and manageable to know that you can enjoy Christmas too. If you find yourself struggling with food anxiety, take proactive steps to address and resolve it. There are many ways to do this, so find what’s right for you. Talking about your experiences with supportive family and friends or simply dedicating time for a bit of meditation and deep breathing before events may be all you need to bring the fun back to the holidays and other social gatherings. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from yum. Gluten Free!
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FOOD FOR HEALTH
Food for Health was created by naturopath Narelle Plapp to assist with the wellbeing of her patients. As a Naturopath, her mueslis were originally created for her patients to use! Now, her products are available Australia-wide. They are proud to offer a variety of options such as gluten free, refined sugar free, dairy free, sulphur fruit free, fructose free and soy free! Food for Health is passionate about creating foods that are healthy, allergen friendly and transparent. Their new Nutty Almond Fruit Free Clusters are gluten free, fructose free, FODMAP friendly and lactose free.... a bowl of crunchy deliciousness that anyone can enjoy! Find them now in the health food aisle at Woolworths or on their website. store.foodforhealth.com.au
For more delicious mueslis and snacks, visit us at www.foodforhealth.com.au
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STOCKISTS 1. Pudding Lady, Christmas Pudding www.puddinglady.com.au 2. Live Love Nourish, A Healthy and Happy Christmas E-book www.livelovenourish.com.au 3. Meadow & Marrow, Bone Broth Saver Pack www.meadowandmarrow.com.au 4. Silly Yaks, Fruit Mince Tarts www.sillyyaks.com.au 5. Gingerbread Folk, Gingerbread House Kit www.gingerbreadfolk.com.au 6. Manbulloo, Kensington Pride Mangoes www.manbulloo.com 7. Well and Good, Choc Banana Bread Mix www.wellandgood.com.au 8. Pudding Lady, Custard Sauce www.puddinglady.com.au 9. Cocofrio, All natural, dairy free and gluten free ice cream www.cocofrio.com.au.
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MEADOW & MARROW
Meadow & Marrow was born of necessity when founders Mark and Atlanta were negotiating Atlanta's severe food allergies and digestive issues. After implementing a leaky gut healing protocol that included traditional broth, simmering grass-fed bones and vegetables for 48 hours, they were disappointed when her symptoms continued to worsen. After months of obsessive research and trial and error, they realised she wasn’t absorbing enough of the right nutrients. This led to the development of a thick glue-like concentrate made purely from grass-fed beef bones and salt. It contains none of the usual traces of meat and vegetables that prevents absorption and yields 10X more amino acids than traditional bone broth. With her health quickly restoring they made a pact to make the Bone Broth Concentrate (aka Atlanta’s “body glue”) available to everyone that needed it. Use Meadow & Marrow in your cooking, or simply with hot water for a soothing cup of savoury tea. www.meadowandmarrow.com.au
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STOCKISTS 1. Mini Hippos, Non-toxic Ice Packs www.minihippo.com.au 2. Food for Health, Nutty Almond Fruit Clusters www.foodforhealth.com.au 3. Matcha Maiden, Organic Matcha Powder, www.matchamaiden.com 4. Mini Hippo, Wean Meister Premium Grade Silicone Spatulas www.minihippo.com.au 5. Pana Chocolate www.panachocolate.com 6. Biome, JOCO Reusable Coffee Cup www.biome.com.au 7. Oscar, Mylk Caramel Chocolate Bar 15g www.biome.com.au 8. Biome, Loving Earth Choc Coated Cranberries www.biome.com.au 9. UrbanGreens, Groovy Greens row Kit www.biome.com.au 10. Biome, Christmas Ornaments www.biome.com.au
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SILLY YAK
Baking great gluten free food since 2001, Silly Yaks is now Australia’s oldest gluten free bakery. We manufacture almost sixty different products in a 100% wheat free, 100% gluten free and 100% nut free environment without the use of added artificial colours, flavours or preservatives. Our products are predominantly handmade and of very high quality. They are sold in selected specialty stores and independent retailers throughout Australia as well as in Singapore and (in 2018) Dubai. For Christmas we are once again making our famous Christmas Fruit Mince Tarts. www.sillyyaks.com.au
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PUDDING LADY
Newcastle’s Pudding Lady is Australia’s leading premium maker of Christmas Puddings including a fantastic range of Gluten Free products. With over 30 years experience and over 50 awards, we are Australia’s best! We use over 90% local ingredients and make all our Puddings at Cardiff in NSW. We offer 2 ranges of gluten free Christmas Puddings – a straight Gluten Free and another range which has No Added Sugar (called Perfect Plus). Both are full flavoured, and an absolute treat on Christmas Day. Our range of Brandy Custard sauces are also Gluten Free so you can treat yourself to something special on the big day. 02 4956 6400 / www.puddinglady.com.au
A family business since 1995 1800 357 077 www.diegos.com.au
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