Where To Find Gluten-Free Groceries Online

Finding gluten free variety in a traditional grocery store can be challenging at the best of times. Below I have compiled a list of online grocers which ship within or to Canada.

Amazon Canada

•  A simple search brings up lots of gluten free items. Some, still not widely available in Canada. 
• Keep an eye out for bulk purchase which can be costly up front, but save you money in the long run. 
• Many items qualify for free shipping, and those which don't are shipped at a fair rate.

Astoria Mills

• Many different types of Gluten Free flour are available to order. You can even purchase the mixes as a set. I would love to try these mixes in the future! Shipping varies depending on weight. 

El Peto

• Located in Cambridge, Ontario
• Pies, muffins, cookies and cereal to baking mixes and even gingerbread kits 

Kinnikinnick

• This is one of my favourite Canadian companies. 
• Product offerings range from soft bread and buns to baking mixes and pizza crust. 

Marcelle's Kitchen

• Located in Port Perry 
• sells their own brand of Gluten Free products

Meyers Whole Foods

• Based out of Winnipeg, Manitoba and they ship Canada wide!!! 
• The variety of Gluten Free choices is very impressive. They also sell miscellaneous items such as Gluten-Free Pocket Dictionaries and Toaster Bags. Unfortunately, they cannot provide a shipping estimate online. 
• They will call you for payment information and to let you know the approximate shipping cost.

Patsy Pie

• Biscotti, old fashioned crumbled pie crust and a variety of other baked products are available for order.

Specialty Food Shop

• Proceeds from purchases go to support research and patient care at Sick Kids Hospital! 
• Unique products
• Frozen items can be shipped seasonally

Walmart Canada

• Wide selection of Gluten Free food and books. 
• Many items qualify for free shipping 
• Pick up from store option

Well.ca

• FREE (restrictions apply) shipping in Canada. 
• Variety of Gluten-Free products and offer some really fantastic sales. 
• You can purchase everything from baby products to general wellness, cleaning products and toys.

My Dream "Mini" Kitchen

Here you have it folks. My dream kitchen! It's actually designed as a kosher kitchen but would work perfect as a Celiac friendly one. These  Armoire Kitchen's have mini versions of everything one would need to cook.

• Two burner cook top
• Exhaust hood
• Dishwasher 
• Fridge 
• Sink
• Microwave

As you can see, there is lots and lots of storage for all of your Gluten Free food and dedicated cookware / utensils.

I love that when you are done in the kitchen, you can just close up shop so to speak. Fear not as there is a built in safety feature that prevents the cook top from working while the panel doors are closed.

Yesterday Was Not So Good

Got Glutened yesterday. 

We went to Lonestar for lunch with the little one. It's usually a great dining experience for us there. The waitress brought Lincoln out a dough ball to play with. A nice gesture that keeps the little ones occupied until food has arrived. Being only 3, my little guy get's a bit antsy sometimes. He fooled around with the ball for a few minutes and had enough. Hubby took the ball away and I could see a gooey mess on his hands. I suggested he take our little guy to the men's room so that they could both clean up. Unfortunately, hubby thought a napkin was sufficient. Not wanting to create an issue, I didn't push.

Our waitress brought us out another nacho/salsa as our meal was not yet ready. This is where the problem arose, I believe. Hubby grabbed some nacho chips to eat instead of asking me to put some on a spare plate for him. I suspect that some left over dough crumbs from his hand got into the nacho platter.

I realized my error in not reminding hubby about the little things that can make me ill. About 30 minutes after leaving the restaurant we hit the mall and I hit rock bottom. It went like this.....

• A thousand knives piercing my lower stomach
• Hot flashes
• Exhaustion
• Nausea
• Multiple washroom visits

The reaction that goes along with it is never something I can get used to or prepare for.

Pretty sure the woman cleaning the washroom thought I had an eating disorder due to 4 visits in less than an hour. Uggh!

I was so tired after this. Hungry too as my stomach was now clearly empty. Relieved though,to finally not be in serious pain. Today the sleepiness and tender tummy linger. But at least I am able to function.

I know my husband was not entirely to blame. I should have stood my ground. Really wish this learning experience did not come with health consequences.

Latest lesson learned : Say no thank you to the dough balls and make sure EVERYONE washes their hands well when we are sharing something. Better safe than sorry.