Gluten-Free at Pike Place Market

Growing up, I wanted to run away to Seattle. I wanted to be anywhere but where I was and move to the Emerald City. I had a plan to work at Starbucks, be in a grunge band and date a dude in flannel. One of […]

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Enjoying Spring at True Food Kitchen

Living in Los Angeles, restaurants that are health conscious are the norm. Since that does not always guarantee greatness, it can be a journey to find the best of the best. Luckily for me, one of my go-to’s for awhile now is True Food Kitchen. […]

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A Beautiful Breakfast at Big Sky Cafe

(Editor’s note: It’s always sad to have to report when a beloved place has retired. As of October 2023, Big Sky Cafe is no longer in business. Please check out my numerous articles like this one featuring other gluten-free oriented places in and around San […]

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5 Favorite Bars and Treats from Expo West 2018

I’ll always remember when Along Comes Mary was approaching its first birthday. I attended Expo West, which is now one of my now-favorite yearly events. In 2013, every other item still didn’t quite have an allergen friendly icon on its package. So I felt in […]

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A Return Visit to Thomas Hill Organics

I’m walking down the tree lined Park Street in Downtown Paso Robles. it’s a brisk Central California evening. While it’s not too joviality on the streets, take a look inside to one of the several bars and restaurants, and you will see small, lively groups […]

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Locali Healthy Convenience Comes to West Hollywood

There’s no denying that Los Angeles is the place to be if you need a specialty diet. Gluten free, non GMO, Vegan, Vegetarian–LA has you covered. While it’s great to have these options, it doesn’t always mean they are the best. I have had my […]

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A Fall Brunch at True Food Kitchen

When in Pasadena, there’s no denying the vast selection of restaurants at your fingertips. Their main hub of activity on Colorado Boulevard alone has enough to keep you busy for days. Whenever Mike and I find ourselves there, it’s always a bit overwhelming to pick […]

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Weekend Getaway to Santa Maria, California

Life is funny sometimes. Growing up, I lived on California’s Central Coast for quite a few years (Solvang, in particular). While I felt like there was not much to do living there, I especially did not think much of nearby Santa Maria. About an hour […]

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Make it an Easy Morning with Overnight Chia Seed Pudding! #NOSHWithGroceryOutlet

Remember awhile back when I introduced you to Grocery Outlet? Well, folks, since then, I have been an avid shopper. Even with our closest one about 20 minutes away, you will commonly see me braving The 5 freeway to head on over. While they have […]

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Southern Hospitality and Plenty of Gluten Free in The South!

I have been so fortunate to take some pretty awesome trips recently, and, you know what has been the icing on the cake (sometimes, literally)? The abundance of GLUTEN FREE options I have come across at most of my stops! We just got back from […]

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Saturday at LA Food Fest

  Last weekend marked one of the most anticipated weekends of the year if you are a hardcore foodie and Angelino: The LA Food Fest. Formerly known as the LA Street Food Fest, this food faire with the possibility of “all you can eat” was […]

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Enter to Win a Pair of Tickets to The LA Food Fest!

(Editor’s Note: Due to time restrictions from LA Food Fest, I had to close this giveaway a day early. I apologize for any inconvenience. See you at the fest! xo, Mary) Remember a few years back when Michael and I covered The LA Food Fest? […]

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