Something to Nosh On: Gluten-free dining and shopping report

Something to Nosh On: Gluten-free dining and shopping report – 8/12/16

by Jennifer Harris on August 11, 2016

Another week has come to its close, which means it is time to talk about what’s new in Atlanta for gluten-free shopping and dining. Before we get into this week’s highlights, let me say a heartfelt congratulations to Bread & Butterfly and Staplehouse for making Bon Appetit magazines’ list of the Best 50 New Restaurants. Way to represent Atlanta!

Amorino Gelato just opened inside Lenox Square Mall, on the mall’s lower level just outside of Victoria’s Secret. Amorino differentiates itself from others with its iconic and original presentation of the gelato as a flower. The flower is carefully constructed petal-by-petal with as many flavors as requested. In Italy, gelato is called ice cream and it is anything but the one-note textured ice cream produced in the states. Made with eggs and milk, gelato manages to explore a whole new range of creamy with flavors ranging from dulche de leche to exotic lemongrass. Choose between a variety of sorbets, gelatos, granitas, cappuccinos, macaroons, and more.

Enjoy Life Foods’ new Amazon dash button links Amazon Prime members to one-stop-shopping. Order allergen-friendly goodies with the push of a button that will arrive in two days. Get linked up!

First Fresh chicken sausage is no longer available at Publix. Stay tuned as the company works to make their products available in new local stores.

Pumpkin Spice Cheerios from General Mills will soon be on store shelves nationwide. Look for the orange boxes later this month, but please remember that Cheerios is not made with purity protocol oats. They are made with sorted oats that test at below 20 parts per million of gluten. I truly miss Cheerios, but this cereal is not for me or my digestive track.

Love With Food expanded its reach by shipping their line of curated, better-for-you gluten-free snacks to the United Kingdom on August 2nd. According to the company, UK consumers will now have the opportunity to try mostly North American snacks and brands previously unavailable in local markets in the comfort of their homes. This expansion will also allow North American food companies to reach new consumers in the UK effortlessly.

Noble Fin in Peachtree Corners will begin serving lunch Monday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Choose from fresh seafood and salads topped with shrimp, chicken, or steak.

Purely Elizabeth’s new probiotic granola in Chocolate Sea Salt and Maple Walnut is now available at Publix. Stop by and pick up a bag or two of this unique granola that tastes great and is good for your gut.

Smokey Bones is opening its third Atlanta location at Mall of Georgia on Monday, August 15. The restaurant, specializing in house-smoked and fire-grilled food selections and featuring an expansive beverage menu, offers a variety of house-smoked food options, but it is the bbq ribs and pulled pork winning customers over daily. Their allergen-menu covers the top eight allergens.

Table & Main is turning 5 on August 14 and is celebrating with a Backyard Party. From 4 – 10 p.m., guests will enjoy live music from Roswell’s The Seven Sons and all-you-can-eat Low Country Boil prepared by Chef Woolery Back and Meating Street BBQ’s Brian Keenan. The party is free, but if you want to eat, food tickets are $25 per person and can be purchased at the gate or online.

Tupelo Honey Cafe is now serving both lunch and brunch Saturdays and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Mondays through Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The restaurant is known for its biscuits and sweet potato pancakes, but offers some Southern inspired gluten-free options noted with a GF in a circle. New to the menu, the Super Southern breakfast bowl is filled with salsa verde black-eyed peas and South Carolina stone-ground goat cheese grits layers with two all-natural, farm fresh over-medium eggs, apple cider bacon, cheddar and salsa. Sign me up for a big ‘ole bowl of goat cheese grits.

Each Thursday in August, Venkman’s will show a movie released in 1986, including: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Three Amigos, Pretty in Pink and Top Gun. Venkman’s has plenty more in store, so check the schedule, make a reservation and chow down on a freshly prepared and locally sourced gluten-free meal while reminiscing with quality 80s movies.

The Yacht Rock Revival is taking over The Meadow At Piedmont Park on August 20th. Hosted by Park Tavern, this annual event invites guests to rock out to music from the late 70’s and early 80’s featuring performances by: Juice Newton (“Queen of Hearts” and “Angel of The Morning”), Ambrosia (“Biggest Part of Me”), Stephen Bishop (“Save It for a Rainy Day” and “On and On”), Peter Beckett and Ronn Moss of Player (“Baby Come Back”), Robbie Dupree (“Steal Away”), Matthew Wilder (“Break My Stride”), and featuring a farewell performance by Starbuck (“Moonlight Feels Right”). VIP Lounge Tickets include access to the air-conditioned tent at Park Tavern, access to indoor restrooms, a bourbon bar, exclusive food offerings and a captain’s hat. Seating will be limited and a view of the stage is not guaranteed from the VIP area. For ages 21 and up, general admission start at $35 with a limited number of VIP Lounge Access tickets at $60. Tickets can be purchased online. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with the show starts at 7 p.m.

Do you have gluten-free news to share? Please comment below, or send me an email at jennifer@gfgotoguide.com

Have a tasty and safe weekend

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