A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of working in the Westin Hotel kitchen in Lombard for the Gluten Free / Allergen Free Expo. It is an incredible event, host to hundreds of vendors and talented chefs across the country and is the premier source for someone new or continuing to “find their way” so to speak in the gluten free world. There are many talented people changing the world one bite at a time.
This was the third year participating in this event as a behind the scenes kitchen coordinator, however, this year I happen to have all the recipes for the cooking classes ahead of time. When we had the wonderful 80+ degree weather in March, I was busy in my kitchen with the oven on, testing, testing, testing recipes. The five pounds I gained was worth every indulgent morsel!
Triple Coconut Cream Pie by Kyra Bussanich of Crave Bake Shop
Truffle Fudge Brownies by Kyra Bussanich of Crave Bake Shop
Top of the Morning Muffins by Robert Landolphi, author of Gluten Free Every Day Cookbook
Chewy Oat and Fruit Bars by Robert Landolphi
Very Berry Smoothie by Robert Landolphi
Orange – Infused Angel Food Cake by Karen Morgan of Blackbird Bakery
Pistachio Mango Gelato with Coconut by Karen Morgan
Gluten Free Pizzelles Waffle Cones by Karen Morgan
Gluten Free Pizzelle Ice Cream Sandwiches by Karen Morgan
Sunflower Flax Bread by Beth Hillson
Rosemary Breadsticks by Beth Hillson
Soft Pretzels by Beth Hillson
Baguettes by Pete and Kelli Bronski
Rosemary Facaccia by Pete and Kelli Bronski (pictured with toasted baguette)
Bagels!! by Pete and Kelli Bronski
All of the above are gluten free and dairy free and tasted so incredibly delicious!!! Kudos to the recipe creators who I think fall into “genius” category in the kitchen. What a fun weekend for me meeting and working with these lovely and talented people!
It was SO great to meet you in Chicago, Carol! And thank you so much for helping my demo run so smoothly. Your a gem!
Thank you Karen! The pleasure was mine! I loved making your recipes and working with you in the kitchen!