The number of restaurants offering gluten-free dining is increasing.
Gluten-free eating is quickly becoming more accessible to people around the world due to increased publicity and cookbooks on the topic, as well as heightened labeling on packaging and more websites featuring gluten-free recipes and dining guides. A Mayo Clinic study states that people born after the 1950s are almost five times as likely to have a gluten intolerance than those born before. As such, the commercial production of gluten-free products and restaurants serving gluten-free dishes has surged.
Instructions
1. Access an online gluten-free restaurant database. The Internet is the best way to find local restaurants complete with directions and contact information. Websites such as Glutenfreeregistry.com, Glutenfreerestaurants.org and Allergyeats.com are great online databases that search either by name, zip code, city or state for all of the registered restaurants and bakeries that serve gluten-free products. Many of the sites also offer customer reviews along with ranking systems.
2. Call the restaurants you wish to eat at. If there are particular restaurants in your area that you are unsure about, call them ahead of time to see if they offer gluten-free food to avoid disappointment. Many restaurants that serve wheat products will also have a separate gluten-free menu or at least offer one or two options on the menu. As most places offer a vegetarian option, many restaurants are starting to offer a gluten-free option as well.
3. Network. Social networking and interacting with other gluten-free eaters on social network sites such as Twitter or Facebook can help you discover the best restaurants and cafes in your area. Ask and get involved. Browse through gluten-free dining and cooking blogs to see recommendations for dining out in various cities.
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