My top 10 places to eat Gluten Free in Barry

People ask all the time “Can I eat gluten free anywhere in Barry?” The simple answer is “yes”. In fact, there are so many I struggled to narrow it down to my top 10! I’ve tried to keep it pretty varied so hopefully there is something for everyone. I’ve got you covered for Italian, Mexican,

The Social Coeliac on BBC Wales

I had an unexpected invite from BBC Wales to discuss the UK shortage of test tubes which has lead to GP’s being advised to ration blood tests. It was really important for me to highlight the impact that this would have on diagnosing Coeliac disease as well as how essential routine tests are for those

Giveaway: Bake It Pretty Gluten Free Cupcakes

So I’m super excited to announce that I’ll be running a little giveaway on both my Instagram and Facebook page (@thesocialcoeliac) The winner will receive 6 cupcakes made by the ever so talented @bakeitprettygf – I mean just look how beautiful her cakes are! You guys may or may not remember when I first started

Guide: Gluten Free at Depot in The Castle 2021

I’ve reached out to all of the caterers at the event and we’ve discussed in detail, the gluten free options they have available and how safe they are for those following a gluten free diet. For most of us, this will be your first big event since Covid locked us down 18 months ago. I

Review: Meat and Greek

How did I find this little beauty? The Goodsheds officially opened back in August 2020 and whilst all of my friends and family were bursting with excitement to try out all of the different street foods on offer, I thought I’d be disappointed with the oh so common “Sorry there’s nothing suitable for you to

My 5 top tips for eating out with Coeliac Disease

Contact the restaurant in advancePhoning ahead can give you chance to speak to the restaurant in a calmer environment. For those that don’t feel confident enough to speak on the phone, most restaurants are on social media these days and will be more than happy to help provide allergen information. Avoid busy times Now this

The Birth of The Social Coeliac

So I suppose you’re wondering what all the fuss is about? Can you really make a blog dedicated to your dietary restrictions? Are you actually going to mention being gluten free again? I was diagnosed with Coeliac Disease back in September 2016. I remember how lost, confused and angry I felt with the world. Why