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Dairy-Free Strawberry Cheesecake Bites

I first made these dairy-free strawberry cheesecake bites on Valentine’s Day this year. I was one month away from our due date, so I was definitely not in the mood to make an elaborate dessert, or use my oven. While I didn’t have a chance to blog the recipe then, I am so happy to […]

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Pineapple Mango Crisp (Egg-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free)

It’s been quite a while since I’ve been here on the blog. Unfortunately, my husband and I are in the middle of a season of loss, and my health put me out of commission for a few months. While we are still moving through this season, I am happy to say that my health is […]

Allergy Friendly St. Patrick's Day Cupcakes

St. Patrick’s Day Cupcakes (Egg-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free)

A few weeks ago I got the cutest little cupcake stand at Target and wanted to work on a recipe to put it to use! With the cute green color, and knowing that St. Patrick’s Day was around the corner, I decided to work on a cute St. Patrick’s Day cupcake. When I think of St. […]

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Thank You Letter to my Food Allergy Parents

Dear Mom, I know I don’t say it enough, but thank you. Thank you for protecting me and caring for me before I even entered this world. I am sure you didn’t imagine how much you would have to care for me and protect me after I was born. We know that babies come with […]

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Six Tips To Enjoy Wine Tasting with Food Allergies

Being a part of the food allergy community, I have found that there are many resources for parents of young children with food allergies -which is wonderful! But what happens when these little ones grow up? I hope to be a voice that can lend some advice and help not only for young children and […]

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Sunflower Seed Butter Cookies (nut-free, dairy-free, egg-free)

I am so excited to be sharing my recipe for nut-free Sunflower Seed Butter Cookies. These cookies are also dairy-free and egg-free! Growing up with peanut allergies, I was always SO afraid of the cookies with fork impressions on the top. That fork impression was enough information to know that I was not able to […]

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Mexican Rice Bowl – Top 8 Free

This recipe for Allergy-Friendly Mexican Rice Bowl is simple, filling, and is Top 8 Free! Usually when I find Top 8 Free recipes, I worry that they will not be satisfying enough for my 6’7 husband – he needs as much protein and filling that he can get. However, I am happy to report that […]

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Vegan S’more Brownies (Egg-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free)

My favorite dessert of all time would have to be s’mores. I believe there are two reasons for this. The first reason would, of course, be the taste. Any good dessert has chocolate in it, so this obviously meets that criteria. I love the chocolate, the sweetness, and the texture of the marshmallow. And the […]

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Allergy-Friendly Peach Pastries (Dairy-Free, Egg-Free, Nut-Free)

A good amount of the recipes that I have shared are recipes made from scratch. And yes, while they are still simple recipes, it is nice to have a few dessert recipes on hand that can be whipped out in less than 30 minutes (and does not require a mixer). These Allergy-Friendly Peach Pastries are […]

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The Best Egg-Free, Dairy-Free Frosting

I recently posted a recipe for the Best Egg-Free and Dairy-Free Chocolate Cake, and was so excited by the responses and compliments. One of the questions that I received from multiple people was whether or not the frosting in the pictures was also allergy-friendly. My answer for you is, yes, this fluffy, delicious frosting is also dairy-free […]

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Allergy-Friendly White Bean Soup

This recipe for Allergy-Friendly Italian White Bean Soup is simple, filling, and is Top 8 Free! I have to say that I am not the biggest fan of soups – I always envied people that were fortunate to have those thick, creamy soups in bread bowls. The soup that I am used to eating (not […]

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The Best Egg-Free, Dairy-Free Chocolate Cake

My sweet mom has perfected the recipe of the best egg-free, dairy-free chocolate cake! Between my nut allergies and lactose intolerance, and my brother’s egg allergy, our family was never able to eat a store-bought cake. My wonderful mom never gave up on us, though, and continued to work through and find the perfect chocolate […]

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Top 8 Free Spinach Mushroom Quinoa

Having nuts and dairy completely eliminated from my diet, my protein options are limited. While I am a meat-eater, I can definitely get tired of turkey sandwiches for lunch, and chicken for dinner. I truly miss the days where I could have string cheese or yogurt for snacks. Nuts were never an option for me, […]

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Enjoying Fairs, Carnivals, and Festivals with Food Allergies

To a person with life threatening food allergies – places like fairs and carnivals can be pretty overwhelming. I just got back from the Orange County Fair, and I must have walked past hundreds of people with chocolate bananas covered in peanuts, Reese’s donuts, and bags of peanuts. Safety is extremely important, but I also […]

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How To Enjoy Weddings (and other special events) with Severe Food Allergies

It’s springtime – and love is in the air. There seems to be no better way to celebrate the season of love than with a wedding! While weddings are meant to be wonderful celebrations of love, these events can cause anxiety and pose a risk to people suffering from severe food allergies. I have been […]

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5 Tips to Fight Food Allergy Bullies

I so clearly remember standing on the playground with a little boy standing a foot away from me, waving his peanut snack in front of my face. “Caitlin, look! I can kill you with this!” As a small, shy elementary school girl, I would not stand up for myself when I was bullied for my […]

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Salt Creek Grille

Located right by the ocean in Dana Point, Salt Creek Grille is my new favorite, allergy-friendly date night spot. Now, let me paint a picture of a beautiful evening at the Salt Creek Grille: You may enjoy the complimentary valet parking, step out of the car, and breathe in that heavenly salt-water air. As you walk […]

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5 Food Allergy Resolutions to Ring in the New Year

Here we are on New Year’s Day again, feeling full, exhausted, and thinking about all of the changes we need to make with the start of the year. I have to say, however, that I am not the biggest fan of New Years’ resolutions. I feel that people tend to make outlandish resolutions, and set […]

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Have a Merry, Allergy-Safe Christmas

Christmas time is officially here! And even though it is the most wonderful time of year, my stress level during the holidays goes through the roof. Along with traffic, masses of people in the stores, and the rush to get everything done, I have to worry about making or finding allergy-safe food. This Christmas we […]

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Allergy-Friendly Bakery: Sensitive Sweets

Growing up as a child with severe food allergies and dietary restrictions, I envied the kids and parents that could pick up baked goods from any bakery or store. Staring at the bakery section in the grocery store, I wished I could pick something. Anything. But seeing the giant chocolate chip cookie sitting next to […]

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Bella Trattoria

When my husband and I go out for dinner, we tend to eat at the same chain restaurants over and over again. But when we find a special restaurant to eat at that has great customer service and works with us, it’s like finding a hidden gem! The restaurant, Bella Trattoria at the Mission Inn […]

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