When invited to attend an event that features gluten-free cake and gourmet cuisine from Christophe’s To Go, the answer is a resounding ‘yes.’ Members of the Atlanta Food Bloggers Society were invited to a night of gourmet food and beer parings put together by Social Joe and hosted by Piece of Cake. Guests were treated to a four-course tasting menu with baked goods from Piece of Cake for dessert.

People following a gluten-free diet might be apprehensive about attending an event like this one, but both Chef Christophe and Piece of Cake took excellent care to ensure my offerings were free of gluten and full of flavor. The menu was inspired by the beer parings, but since none of the beers were gluten free, I focused on the food.

The evening started with Twisted Cheese Dip made with saffron,chocolate, lime zest, chipotle and cilantro and was served with crudites. The melding of flavors and textures led me to lick the bowl clean and ask for more. It is a perfect dip to enjoy any night of the week, but would be especially fabulous when watching a game or hosting an event. Next up was  Clear Thai Chicken Soup topped with a Stuffed Chicken Wing. The soup was coconut water and chicken stock based with a kick from thai chillies and kefir lime leaves. The third course was slightly modified from other guests and featured tender and wonderfully seasoned Pork Cheek Meatballs with tender veggies.

Guests enjoyed a selection of baked goodies from Piece of Cake including their new line of ice cream. Everyone got to decorate and take home cupcakes, there was a cake decorating contest, and gluten-free cupcakes from Pure Knead for me. Piece of Cake carries gluten-free cupcakes, cookies, and cakes from Pure Knead in a dedicated freezer in each of their locations.

Christophe’s To Go offers a wide selection of  soups, salads, sides, and entrees for those living a paleo, vegan, vegetarian, and/or gluten-free lifestyle. These foods, which are sold as ‘to go’, are made fresh daily with nutrition, taste, and convenience forefront with options that range from comfort foods to osso bucco.

The event was a lovely pairing of food, fun, and friendship that I am glad to have attended.

As part of my membership with the Atlanta Food Blogger’s Society, I attended this event in exchange for media coverage and a review. Regardless, all opinions are my own.