A Canadian Celiac Podcast
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Sue Jennett: gluten free baker and podcaster
A Canadian Celiac Podcast will explore information, research, lifestyle issues and personal stories of individuals who have celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity. The host, Sue Jennett has access to some of the prominent minds and personalities in the celiac/gluten free community in Canada. You will learn about new initiatives of the Canadian Celiac Association and how they can benefit you. Sue counts more than 20 years since both she and her daughter have been diagnosed with celiac disease. During that time, she has operated a gluten free bakery, run a celiac kids camp, and is currently producing and hosting a gluten free baking show on cable TV in Ontario. Join Sue’s weekly conversations, as she delves into all things celiac and gluten free.
Episode 13 Margie Wirth
On this episode I speak with Margie Wirth who, with her sister wrote, illustrated and series of cookbook/colouring books to help kids eat more vegetables. You can follow Margie on her Facebook at The Carrot Monster’s Gluten-Free Recipes. The books are available on Amazon.
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Episode 12 Cathline James of Wise Bites
Join my conversation with Cathline James owner/operator of Wise Bites, a producer of gluten free foods that are also free from most other allergens. You can find Wise Bites online at www.wise-bites.com. Sign up for their newsletter to find out more about their shipping offers and upcoming products.
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Episode 11 Mark Johnson and the CCA Conference
The CCA National Conference is in Ottawa on June 9th this year. Join my conversation with Mark Johnson to get the latest information on what’s going on at the conference and how to register. I also announce how the podcast is going to make an appearance. Registration information at www.ccaconference.ca
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Episode 10 Restaurant Show
I was invited to attend the Restaurant Show in Toronto in February, where I met with many gluten free producers pitching their foods to restaurants and food service companies. For reference some of the companies I spoke to were: Made Good at www.madegoodfoods.com Kinnikinnick at www.kinnikinnick.com Mrs. Crimbles www.mrscrimbles.com Toufayan Bakeries www.toufayan.com Marc Angelo Foods www.marcangelofoods.com Wow Factor Desserts www.wowfactordesserts.com Whisked Bakery www.GlutenFreeBakeryToronto.com St. Anne’s Spa Bakery www.steannesbakery.com Ma’s Best Quality Soup www.masbest.ca NuPasta www.NuPasta.com Gluten Free Food Program www.gf-verified.com Gluten Free Certification Program www.glutenfreecert.com
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Episode 9 Shelley Case
Shelley Case is a well-known Dietitian and international expert on all aspects of the gluten-free diet. Shelley and I discuss labelling laws in Canada and the US to help you determine the safety of packaged foods. We also talk about the safety of gluten-free oats. You can reach Shelley through her website at www.shelleycase.com. We also referenced Tricia Thompson of www.glutenfreewatchdog.com.
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Episode 8 Donna Washburn & Heather Butt
I have known these two cookbook authors for many years. We have a special connection since their very first gluten-free cookbook. Join my conversation with two old friends about their recent and final gluten-free cookbook – 100 Classic Gluten-Free Comfort Food Recipes. We talk about their recipes choices and how they go about testing the recipes. The “cookbook ladies” do enjoy hearing from their readers and bakers at [email protected].
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Episode 7 Sherry Scheideman
Celiac Disease has many sides, and on this Episode, I speak with Sherry Scheideman, a Registered Clinical Counsellor about how to deal with many of the mental and social aspects that go along with a diagnosis. Sherry gives us some great coping strategies. You can reach her at her website www.SherryScheideman.com for further information. Please give the podcast a like or review on iTunes, or Google Play Music and don’t forget to subscribe so I can let you know when the next episode comes out.
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Episode 6 Jerry Bigam of Kinnikinnick Foods
Join me for a great discussion with Jerry Bigam, owner of Kinnikinnick Foods in Edmonton, Alberta. We are all familiar with their every-increasing line of quality baked goods available throughout North America and beyond. He takes us behind the process into how they come up with new products and what they’re working on next. There is a big shift in the direction of gluten free/allergen free and Jerry tells us how they are working to serve both markets. You can access their website at www.kinnikinnick.com. Please give the podcast a like or review on iTunes, or Google Play Music and don’t forget to subscribe so I can let you know when the next episode comes out.
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Episode 5 Melanie Laroque of Whisked Bakery in Toronto
On this episode, I talk to Melanie Laroque, one of the owners of Whisked Bakery in Toronto. Melanie talks about the recent award they have won, and takes us behind the bakery case as we discuss some of the issues unique to a dedicated gluten free bakery. The bakery website for more information is: www.glutenfreebakerytoronto.com Please give the podcast a like or review on iTunes, or Google Play Music and don’t forget to subscribe so I can let you know when the next episode comes out.
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Episode 4 Jackie Peppler of The Gluten-Free Food Program
On this episode, I talk to Jacquie Peppler from the Gluten-Free Food Program, a new program endorsed by the Canadian Celiac Association to certify walk-in food establishments such as restaurants and bakeries as gluten free. We talk about the process, the costs and the benefits. The website for more information is: www.gf-verified.com Please give the podcast a like or review on iTunes, or Google Play Music and don’t forget to subscribe so I can let you know when the next episode comes out.
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Episode 3 Christina Varro
On this episode, I talk to Christina Varro who is celiac and an avid traveller. She has travelled and navigated eating gluten free in more than 25 countries worldwide. She is a photographer and a wealth of knowledge about many different aspects of travel. Her websites and blogs can be found at www.ChristinaVarro.com www.Cantstopdreaming.com www.Foodventure.ca Please give the podcast a like or review on iTunes, or Google Play Music and don’t forget to subscribe so I can let you know when the next episode comes out.
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Episode 2 Ellen Bayens of The Celiac Scene
Join my discussion with Ellen Bayens of The Celiac Scene. Ellen has worked tirelessly to provide quality information on places to eat and buy great gluten free food on Vancouver Island. In addition, her website features carefully researched information on chain restaurants both in Canada and the United States. She presents comprehensive information on places to eat, trends and current news about celiac disease and the gluten free diet. Ellen is someone with her finger on the pulse of the celiac/gluten free community. She can be found online at www.theceliacscene.com and from there you can link to her other social media pages. Please give the podcast a like or review on iTunes, or Google Play Music and don’t forget to subscribe so I can let you know when the next episode comes out.
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Episode 1 Melissa Secord of the Canadian Celiac Association
On my first episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Melissa Secord, the Executive Director of the Canadian Celiac Association. We talk about the new logo, what’s on the horizon, the ongoing benefits for members, and the depth of information on the CCA website. The CCA is also on other media, and we talk about how they are getting their message out to all those concerned with celiac disease and the gluten free diet. Join us for this discussion, like us, subscribe, and if you’re so inclined, leave a review. The CCA website is: www.celiac.ca
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