Wildfire Restaurant in Chicago, located in River North, was the first Chicago restaurant I ever went to that had gluten-free options. (Insert, ooh, ahh, here). That was back in November 2011, shortly after my Celiac diagnosis and after Ken moved up to Chicago. When my family was in town visiting a couple weeks ago, I…
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Pearl #36: Gluten-free at Niche, St. Louis
After months and months of DYING to go to Niche, I made it there. It was basically everything I hoped it to be. A true foodie meal, and such a memorable experience. Incredibly unique and impeccable service. Gorgeous presentation and plating and excellent craft cocktails. But it was definitely bittersweet. Why? Well, originally, Ken and…
Pearl #35: Gluten-free at Bailey’s Chocolate Bar
Bailey’s Chocolate Bar has long been one of my faves for a date night or a girls’ night. I went there over the holidays with my good friend Molly who was visiting from NYC, her cousin Kelly and their two friends. It was a crowded night, but we apparently had that perfect party size, because…
Pearl #24: Gluten-free at Holland House in Nashville
By now it’s no secret that I love food. So, as I mentioned in my gluten-free Nashville post, I researched the heck out of gluten-free restaurants in Nashville before our trip. Yes, even mapping out a gluten-free itinerary for the trip. Sorry, Ken…Did I work in tourist attractions to that itinerary? Not really. But hey,…
Pearl #22: Gluten-free in Nashville
So. It’s been a while since my last post, my apologies. I have been traveling like a mad-woman, and eating my way through it all. Which means lots of delicious blog posts coming up! Anyways, I went to Nashville a few weeks back on vacation, and totally loved it. How great is it that you…
Pearl #19: Gluten-free at Home Wine Kitchen in Maplewood
Let’s just get it out there and say…Home Wine Kitchen in Maplewood is adorable. One of the neat little restaurants that is making Maplewood oh-so-chic, Home Wine Kitchen is simply a must try. Specifically, you must try their No Menu Monday. I saw an Instagram photo from Sauce Magazine of their veal meatballs over polenta with…
Pearl #16: Gluten-free at Wild Flower St. Louis
There’s a new sheriff [boss] in town at work, so we’ve been doing our fair share of dining out. For his first day, we headed down to Wild Flower in Central West End. It was a gorgeous day out, so we dined outside. They have a great patio – it would definitely be a nice…
Pearl #15: Gluten-free at Tani Sushi Bistro
Tani Sushi Bistro in Clayton has been on my restaurant bucket list for a long time. With the closing of Miso in Clayton, I’d been extra keen to check it out. (You bet I just used the word keen.) With Ken in town last weekend, I finally had an excuse to visit. The verdict? Delicious…
Pearl #14: Gluten-free at Herbie’s Vintage 72
I love the idea of brunch. I really do. But I have such a routine in the mornings that I get HANGRY if my feeding times get upset. (Generally, I’ve already eaten two meals by noon). And sometimes, brunch has the potential to make me hangry. You roll up to the restaurant. You put your…
Pearl #13: Gluten-free at P.F. Chang’s
P.F. Chang’s is a great, go-to option for the gluten-free diner in a bind. While a bit on the pricier side, the food is consistently delicious. If you’re craving Chinese food, this is your place. P.F. Chang’s is really the only place I trust in St. Louis to deliver on truly GF Chinese food (aside…
