Monday, November 30, 2009

Tips for Dining Out

My mom came to visit for Thanksgiving and we spent some time talking about dining out. We both have Celiac so eating gluten free isn't a choice, it's a requirement! We have both been at this for more than five years and it was really fun to hear her talk about how much more confidence she has in dining out since the early days. I agree, both wait staff and those in the kitchen are so much more knowledgeable!

Here are mom's latest tips:
1. Look at the menu and determine two dishes that might be or could easily be made gluten free. Order one and ask if it can be made gluten free. Most of the time the server will go speak with the chef and the chef will actually deliver the food to the table. They want you to enjoy your meal as much as you do!

2. Watch for soy sauce! I enjoy eating Carne Asada but some recipes include soy sauce. Remember to ask and you'll have a better experience.

3. GOOGLE! If I know ahead of time what restaurant I'm going to, I Google. For example, type Wendy's gluten free in the search engine and you'll quickly find their gluten free menu.

What are your best dining out tips?
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  1. AnonymousNovember 30, 2009 at 4:11 PM

    I would add #4. Call the restaurant ahead of time. This works for mom and pop or locally owned places better than for chain restaurants. Tell them that you're bringing a guest with an allergy to wheat, barley, gluten, etc. They will make a note on your reservation or let you know that you can speak to the chef immediately.

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