Okay, so the other day, I was hit with this HUGE craving for pasta. But, as you guys know, I’m trying to stick to this gluten-free thing. It’s been… a journey, let me tell you. So, there I was, stomach rumbling, thinking, “There’s gotta be something good and gluten-free near me, right NOW!”
First, I grabbed my phone – my trusty food-finding companion. I started with a simple search.
I typed in “gluten free food near me now”. Pretty straightforward, huh? I figured that was the quickest way to get some options.
My Gluten-Free Adventure Begins
The search results popped up, and wow, it was a mixed bag. I scrolled through a bunch of places – some I recognized, some were totally new.
- There was this Italian place that I love, but I wasn’t sure if they had gluten-free pasta. I made a mental note to check their online menu later.
- Then, a couple of bakeries showed up. I got excited for a second, imagining a delicious gluten-free cupcake, but then I remembered most bakeries are danger zones for cross-contamination.
- A few healthy-looking cafes appeared. These seemed promising! I clicked on a few to see their menus. Salads, smoothies, some had gluten-free bread options for sandwiches. Not exactly what I was craving, but good to know!
I spent maybe 10 minutes just browsing, getting a feel for what was out there. I narrowed it down to two places that looked like they might have actual gluten-free meals, not just salads. One was a Thai restaurant that specifically mentioned gluten-free noodles, and the other was a dedicated gluten-free restaurant a bit further,I decided to give Thai a call to double-check.
Bingo! They confirmed they used rice noodles and could make most of their dishes gluten-free. I was so relieved! I placed my order for some Pad See Ew (my favorite!), and seriously, it was the best feeling.
In conclusion, Finding gluten-free food nearby isn’t hard with a bit of searching. So happy that I could share my finding today!