Gluten-Free Living Now Expo (Day One)
October 8, 2011
Greetings from Carmel, Indiana!
Amy C and Cassie L have made the trek to Indiana to attend the first ever Gluten Free Living Now Expo. This expo is the largest gluten-free vendor show in the Indiana region, and there is so much offered in one location. Apple’s Gluten Free Kitchen couldn’t be happier to be a part of this show!
Throughout the day there was a steady flow of people, mixed with guest speakers and live product demonstrations. There are a couple of nationally recognized individuals here at the conference, one of which includes Mrs. Alaska. Her speaking platform for her reign as Mrs. Alaska, is dealing directly with Celiac Disease awareness and research, and the lifestyle changes that go along with it.
I, for one, have really enjoyed the people that we’ve had the opportunity to meet at this show. We even had one of our Facebook fans stop by to see us today! It was awesome to meet the Briggs family, and we are so glad that they had the opportunity to stop by and try the world’s best cookies, muffins, and tea breads.
It is amazing to me that companies from all across the United States, and Canada can come together in one location to provide amazing foods for the gluten-free community. Being gluten-free myself, I have found this to be a gluten-free “heaven,” so to speak. It’s not very often that one with a gluten sensitivity, or allergy can go to a place and feel completely comfortable with what is being offered for them to eat. Obviously that’s not the case at this expo! There is more than enough food to go around for everyone during this three-day event.
It is also amazing to think how much gluten-free has changed in the past few years. There’s a heightened awareness, and a strong majority of people have a sensitivity/allergy, or they know someone who is affected by gluten. Gluten-Free diets aren’t just a fad. It is medically and nutritionally necessary for individuals with Celiac Disease/gluten allergies and sensitivities to cut all gluten from their diets, and to lead the gluten-free lifestyle in full accord.
Thanks for checking in with the Gluten Free Kitchen team. Cassie and I are very excited to see what Saturday holds in store for us.
Check back in tomorrow to see what other made-from-scratch memories Amy and Cassie are making in Indiana!
