Hi Everyone,
Highly recommend Blue Gill restaurant by Shands on the ground floor under the parking garage on 13th. Everyone seemed to enjoy the dinner our group shared last week, and there's a pretty big variety of beef, fish, pork, duck, chicken options. Plenty of veggies, and they were quite patient and accommodating with regard to our questions, as there were quite a few of them. :-)
Our next meeting will be Thurs. April 18 in the Medical Arts Building behind the pond at North Florida Regional. We do have a limited amount of space where we meet, so if you would like to come, I really need to know by about April 10 or so, b/c if we need to book an alternate location, I'll need some time! Our topic, by popular vote, will be gluten free shopping-- local vs internet, favorite products, etc. We're now seeking each other's input about the specifics of what this meeting should entail... taste tests? Samples to take home? etc....
More to follow! Please rsvp at GIGgainesville@gmail.com so I can keep at least an approximate head count.
Thanks all!
Janet
Sunday, March 17, 2013
Thursday, February 21, 2013
Next meeting April 18 at 6:30
Hi Folks,
Had a lovely meeting tonite where we shared some bunless burgers from Blue Gill, some home meade brownies, and homemade soup. We talked a bit about Dr. William Davis and how he's an outspoken figure in the world of those who are wheat-free, and we swapped ideas about our own ongoing health issues related to gluten. We are all working on surveys to tally up the most popular ideas for future meetings, and next meeting is scheduled for April 18 at 6:30, again in the Medical Arts Building. Agenda to be determined. We'll plan for a social dinner somewhere in between, probably at Blue Gill, which is getting high marks for taste and awareness of our issues! Stay tuned. If you've got a particular topic you'd like to see covered at a meeting, please let me know at GIGgainesville@gmail.com.
Many thanks again to Linda for staying late and hosting us, setting up video which turns out we didn't use, and for all of our attendees who lugged stuff in for all to share.
More soon!
Janet
Had a lovely meeting tonite where we shared some bunless burgers from Blue Gill, some home meade brownies, and homemade soup. We talked a bit about Dr. William Davis and how he's an outspoken figure in the world of those who are wheat-free, and we swapped ideas about our own ongoing health issues related to gluten. We are all working on surveys to tally up the most popular ideas for future meetings, and next meeting is scheduled for April 18 at 6:30, again in the Medical Arts Building. Agenda to be determined. We'll plan for a social dinner somewhere in between, probably at Blue Gill, which is getting high marks for taste and awareness of our issues! Stay tuned. If you've got a particular topic you'd like to see covered at a meeting, please let me know at GIGgainesville@gmail.com.
Many thanks again to Linda for staying late and hosting us, setting up video which turns out we didn't use, and for all of our attendees who lugged stuff in for all to share.
More soon!
Janet
Monday, February 4, 2013
Meeting reminder/New Favorite Websites
So, please remember our Feb. 21 meeting. We'll be watching an interview of Dr. William Davis, but even if you've seen it, please come, as we can also chat about his Wheat Belly book. Also, I've got some other items on the agenda, having found some new energy for 2013 to help get the word out for our group! But I need your help and attendance.
My new favorite websites: Mark's Daily Apple and NomNom Paleo. These are not entirely for you if you're a vegetarian, but there are recipe banks GALORE and you'll not find a single one with gluten. For about the last month or so, I've been eating paleo-- no grains, no sugar, no beans, and no dairy. I must say, with a little bit of research and exploration, this is NOT limiting, and I've been eating like a queen-- some really flavorful foods!
Someone suggested that we have a group (or two) to talk about our favorite healthy living book or gluten free book, and why we like it. I'll talk paleo! I'm not sure I'm ever going back. I just feel great, and did I mention I gave away half my pants b/c I've lost 7-8 lbs? :-) And I am NEVER hungry.
But, since this is a blog for the Gluten Intolerance Group, I'll encourage everyone to check out the websites b/c the recipes are all gluten free and there's a huge section on each for vegetarian recipes as well.
Hope to see you soon!
Janet
My new favorite websites: Mark's Daily Apple and NomNom Paleo. These are not entirely for you if you're a vegetarian, but there are recipe banks GALORE and you'll not find a single one with gluten. For about the last month or so, I've been eating paleo-- no grains, no sugar, no beans, and no dairy. I must say, with a little bit of research and exploration, this is NOT limiting, and I've been eating like a queen-- some really flavorful foods!
Someone suggested that we have a group (or two) to talk about our favorite healthy living book or gluten free book, and why we like it. I'll talk paleo! I'm not sure I'm ever going back. I just feel great, and did I mention I gave away half my pants b/c I've lost 7-8 lbs? :-) And I am NEVER hungry.
But, since this is a blog for the Gluten Intolerance Group, I'll encourage everyone to check out the websites b/c the recipes are all gluten free and there's a huge section on each for vegetarian recipes as well.
Hope to see you soon!
Janet
Sunday, January 20, 2013
Feb. 21 meeting at 6:30
Happy New Year Everyone! Am pasting below the email I just sent to our group (with a few edits), so you're up to date.
Hi All,
Happy New Year! I am about to chat with Cynthia Kupper to get a few questions answered to be sure we are in compliance with what GIG National needs to maintain its 501(c)(3) status. I've been assured that as a smaller group, we should be OK!
Very excited to announce our Feb. 21 meeting, Thurs., at 6:30 PM. We will again be meeting at Linda Armada's office in the Medical Arts Building behind the pond at N Florida Regional. Park in the garage behind the building, and we're on the first floor. Plenty of signs to guide you. We will be watching (listening) to a youtube interview of Dr. William Davis, who wrote Wheat Belly, which I finally got around to finishing. Wow. Good stuff! PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU ARE COMING by Feb. 14. Our space is limited so need to be sure we can accommodate. Many thanks to Linda, who is not only extending her work day to accommodate us, but also doing a lot of work behind the scenes to ensure we've got the technology we need.
We agreed a while ago that making our meetings a potluck was a lot of work, unless we've specifically planned it to be an eat-fest. If you can, please bring a small something to share. I'll be bringing something a little more healthy (not sure what yet), so we don't have all cookies, but bring what inspires you. Or just bring yourself. No worries. If it's something you've prepared yourself, please bring a list of ingredients, or if it's pre-packaged food, please bring the label. We've been kind of lax about this, but it's good policy!
Have some interesting topics we're kicking around, and are probably looking at another meeting in April, then we'll skip the summer, and shoot for Sept. and early Nov. again. But we'll try to have some dinners in between, like we have been. I am also thinking of some ways you can all help promote our group. We don't want to become too huge, but on the other hand, we need to get the word out that we're here as a resource. The GIG has sent out some notes on how best to promote the group. This may be something I can delegate to you all who are able to help. I am working very hard to reclaim some of my life so that I can do a better job as our leader... so far with a decent amount of success (though it's been 3 weeks, ha!) but I remain passionate about support for those who need or want it, and maintaining a sense of community among those who have to eat gluten free.
So, hope to see you all on Feb. 21. PLEASE let me know if you're coming.
Lastly, hope this link works. I saw Sara Vollmer present informally at the GIG National Conference year before last. She's hilarious, but these slides were OUTSTANDING:
Hi All,
Happy New Year! I am about to chat with Cynthia Kupper to get a few questions answered to be sure we are in compliance with what GIG National needs to maintain its 501(c)(3) status. I've been assured that as a smaller group, we should be OK!
Very excited to announce our Feb. 21 meeting, Thurs., at 6:30 PM. We will again be meeting at Linda Armada's office in the Medical Arts Building behind the pond at N Florida Regional. Park in the garage behind the building, and we're on the first floor. Plenty of signs to guide you. We will be watching (listening) to a youtube interview of Dr. William Davis, who wrote Wheat Belly, which I finally got around to finishing. Wow. Good stuff! PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU ARE COMING by Feb. 14. Our space is limited so need to be sure we can accommodate. Many thanks to Linda, who is not only extending her work day to accommodate us, but also doing a lot of work behind the scenes to ensure we've got the technology we need.
We agreed a while ago that making our meetings a potluck was a lot of work, unless we've specifically planned it to be an eat-fest. If you can, please bring a small something to share. I'll be bringing something a little more healthy (not sure what yet), so we don't have all cookies, but bring what inspires you. Or just bring yourself. No worries. If it's something you've prepared yourself, please bring a list of ingredients, or if it's pre-packaged food, please bring the label. We've been kind of lax about this, but it's good policy!
Have some interesting topics we're kicking around, and are probably looking at another meeting in April, then we'll skip the summer, and shoot for Sept. and early Nov. again. But we'll try to have some dinners in between, like we have been. I am also thinking of some ways you can all help promote our group. We don't want to become too huge, but on the other hand, we need to get the word out that we're here as a resource. The GIG has sent out some notes on how best to promote the group. This may be something I can delegate to you all who are able to help. I am working very hard to reclaim some of my life so that I can do a better job as our leader... so far with a decent amount of success (though it's been 3 weeks, ha!) but I remain passionate about support for those who need or want it, and maintaining a sense of community among those who have to eat gluten free.
So, hope to see you all on Feb. 21. PLEASE let me know if you're coming.
Lastly, hope this link works. I saw Sara Vollmer present informally at the GIG National Conference year before last. She's hilarious, but these slides were OUTSTANDING:
Sunday, December 16, 2012
Hi All,
Just had a lovely meal at Yume Ume in Gainesville! Consensus among the gluten free community is that it's safe for celiacs, and more knowledgeable than many about gluten as well as other sensitivities. Please feel free to contact me at any time with questions or interest in joining our group. Best way to reach me is at GIGgainesville@gmail.com, but please check out www.gluten.net. I'm busier than I prefer to be with less time available for this than I'd like, but our group is a wonderful, supportive bunch, and we are here for you should you need support in your gluten-free journey! Happy Holidays to all, and we'll probably be getting together in Feb. to watch a you tube video by Dr. Davis, the author of Wheat Belly. Stay tuned!
Janet
Just had a lovely meal at Yume Ume in Gainesville! Consensus among the gluten free community is that it's safe for celiacs, and more knowledgeable than many about gluten as well as other sensitivities. Please feel free to contact me at any time with questions or interest in joining our group. Best way to reach me is at GIGgainesville@gmail.com, but please check out www.gluten.net. I'm busier than I prefer to be with less time available for this than I'd like, but our group is a wonderful, supportive bunch, and we are here for you should you need support in your gluten-free journey! Happy Holidays to all, and we'll probably be getting together in Feb. to watch a you tube video by Dr. Davis, the author of Wheat Belly. Stay tuned!
Janet
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
July 26 talk rescheduled to Aug. 30
Linda Armada's talk (see details in last post) now rescheduled to Aug. 30 at 6:30. Please email me at GIGgainesville@gmail.com if you're interested in attending, by AUG 23 please!
Sunday, July 1, 2012
Next meeting July 26
Hello All,
Our group just recently had a lovely dinner at Sisters restaurant in Haile. VERY accommodating. The staff went over every item on the menu to tell us what was safe and what wasn't, and what could be modified. The food was terrific; I think everyone enjoyed what they had, and the portions were generous. Would certainly recommend!
Next meeting July 26, our very own Linda Armada, MS, RD, LD/N, CDE will be talking about nutritional deficiencies in celiac disease. Please email me at GIGgainesville@gmail.com if you'd like to attend, as we'll need a head count since the room we're using has limited space.
Stay tuned... I'm busy, but I will always update eventually!
Janet
Our group just recently had a lovely dinner at Sisters restaurant in Haile. VERY accommodating. The staff went over every item on the menu to tell us what was safe and what wasn't, and what could be modified. The food was terrific; I think everyone enjoyed what they had, and the portions were generous. Would certainly recommend!
Next meeting July 26, our very own Linda Armada, MS, RD, LD/N, CDE will be talking about nutritional deficiencies in celiac disease. Please email me at GIGgainesville@gmail.com if you'd like to attend, as we'll need a head count since the room we're using has limited space.
Stay tuned... I'm busy, but I will always update eventually!
Janet
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