About this blog
There’s no denying that food allergies are a growing concern in the US. With about 3 million children affected -- 1 in 17 under age 3 -- it’s likely you know someone dealing with food issues.
My 2-year-old daughter, Ava, is part of that 3 million. But while her food allergies seem to bring never-ending challenges, I always remind myself that “having less may bring you more.”
Join me, a wannabe foodie, in my quest to make my daughter’s food experiences positive ones while trying to save time, money and my sanity.
Monthly Archives: December 2010
Happy holidays and best wishes for stress-free eating!
One more day, and the fat man brings joy to all. I’m hoping that we can build on our Thanksgiving success and have a uneventful Christmas Day dinner at our house. There won’t be too many adjustments to the menu, … Continue reading
Posted in Allergies and the holidays
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Wheat allergy recall: Raw pork paste
Tweet From our friends at FAAN: L&R Fine Fashions, Inc. is recalling more than 2,000 pounds of raw pork paste and ready-to-eat fried pork loaf products due to undeclared wheat. The recall affects 11-oz. packages of “Kim Loan Giò Sông … Continue reading
Posted in Recalls
Tagged food allergies, food allergy, Pa., Pennsylvania, recalls, York, York County
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Grand opening at Kima’s Konfections
Kima’s Konfections owner Hakima Lamour sent me a list of items she will have available at her store Saturday. Here’s the list: Gluten free vanilla cupcakes Gluten free brownies Mini dessert buffet Mini cupcakes There will also be Christmas cupcakes … Continue reading
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It pays to plan out a week’s meal
In an effort to be organized, efficient and frugal, I forced myself to sit down Sunday and plan out a week’s worth of meals. The goals: to think of meals that are allergen-free (all liked by all!) and to make … Continue reading
Posted in Dinner time
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Milk and soy allergy recalls: Popcorn
Tweet From our friends at FAAN: Lobby Shoppes, Inc. is recalling select packages of “Gourmet Cheese Popcorn,” “Chicago Triple Mix Popcorn,” and “(Delicious) Caramel Corn” due to undeclared milk and soy. The products were sold in Ohio grocery stores and … Continue reading
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Egg allergy recall: Golden Dipt Fry Easy All-Purpose Batter
Tweet From our friends at FAAN: McCormick & Company, Inc. is recalling select packages of “Golden Dipt® Fry Easy All-Purpose Batter” due to undeclared egg. The product was distributed to grocery stores in the southeastern U.S. beginning on Jan. 22, … Continue reading
Posted in Daily dose
Tagged food allergies, food allergy, Pa., Pennsylvania, recalls, York, York County
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Vegan and allergen-free goodies in York at Kima’s Konfections
I made my way through my Clipper Magazine the other day, which isn’t something I do often. I’m glad I did because I stumbled across some coupons for Kima’s Konfections. What caught my eye was the listing for vegan and … Continue reading
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