Gluten-Free Events Calendar

If it’s gluten free and happening in Victoria, Vancouver Island or the Gulf Islands, you’ll find it listed here! From tastings to contests, farmer’s markets to food trucks – this is your calendar to Gluten-Free Paradise!  Join Victoria’s Gluten-Free Foodies and add a new restaurant – and possibly a new gluten-free friend – to your repertoire!

Jul
6
Sat
Rock Cod Cafe @ Cowichan Bay Annual Wooden Boat Festival
Jul 6 all-day

What do you get when a commercial fisherman owns a seafood restaurant? “Food that is fresh, makes you feel good and reminds you of home! The perfect place to warm your soul!”

Take advantage of Cowichan Bay’s 34th Annual Wooden Boat Festival – July 6th & 7th – to try Rock Cod Cafe – 1759 Cowichan Bay Rd (250) 746-1550

  • Free, family friendly festival attracts over 1,500 people to Cowichan Bay Village. Children’s boat building and fishing derby, a children’s RC boat pond, a People’s Choice Awards Salmon BBQ dinner on Saturday evening, a pancake breakfast on Sunday morning, marine demonstrations, a ‘Best of the Bay’ chowder contest, brown bag dinghy races, live entertainment and more. Check out the Silent Auction table! We are very happy to donate a Rock Cod gift card. Proceeds from the Silent Auction will go towards the programs and activities offered by the Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre

Rock Cod Cafe saluted by Shaw TV and You Gotta Eat Here!

Watch Tourism Victoria’s lovely two minute Rock Cod Cafe Video!

It’s not just the food that gives Rock Cod Cafe its great reputation. Owner Jacob Hökanson commits, “If the ocean is going to look after me, it’s my obligation to look after the ocean.” Rock Cod Cafe is a proud participant in both the Ocean Wise Vancouver Aquarium Conservation Program and the Marine Stewardship Council. Look for menu notations that indicate that the catch is local, from the Island area and sustainable.

Rock Cod Cafe also commits to taking care of gluten-free and celiac diners. “Our waitstaff are pleased to walk you through Rock Cod’s comprehensive celiac-friendly offerings to customize your order according to your sensitivities. When we prepare celiac-friendly meals, we use clean, separate pans, separate flippers, a separate cutting board and employ good hand-washing techniques to minimize the risk of cross contamination.  Your health and enjoyment are important to us so we caution our diners that our deep fryer is used to cook wheat item. Please choose accordingly.”

Rock Cod is determined to make all their offerings the best that they can be from fish, veggies, chicken and beef! Give them a try – you’ll be hooked for life! Now serving Wow Factor Gluten-Free Desserts!

View Celiac-Friendly Menu • RockCodCafe.com • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram
View Regular Menu.
www.oceanwise.ca
www.msc.org

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Jul
7
Sun
Rock Cod Cafe @ Cowichan Bay Annual Wooden Boat Festival
Jul 7 all-day

What do you get when a commercial fisherman owns a seafood restaurant? “Food that is fresh, makes you feel good and reminds you of home! The perfect place to warm your soul!”

Take advantage of Cowichan Bay’s 34th Annual Wooden Boat Festival – July 6th & 7th – to try Rock Cod Cafe – 1759 Cowichan Bay Rd (250) 746-1550

  • Free, family friendly festival attracts over 1,500 people to Cowichan Bay Village. Children’s boat building and fishing derby, a children’s RC boat pond, a People’s Choice Awards Salmon BBQ dinner on Saturday evening, a pancake breakfast on Sunday morning, marine demonstrations, a ‘Best of the Bay’ chowder contest, brown bag dinghy races, live entertainment and more. Check out the Silent Auction table! We are very happy to donate a Rock Cod gift card. Proceeds from the Silent Auction will go towards the programs and activities offered by the Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre

Rock Cod Cafe saluted by Shaw TV and You Gotta Eat Here!

Watch Tourism Victoria’s lovely two minute Rock Cod Cafe Video!

It’s not just the food that gives Rock Cod Cafe its great reputation. Owner Jacob Hökanson commits, “If the ocean is going to look after me, it’s my obligation to look after the ocean.” Rock Cod Cafe is a proud participant in both the Ocean Wise Vancouver Aquarium Conservation Program and the Marine Stewardship Council. Look for menu notations that indicate that the catch is local, from the Island area and sustainable.

Rock Cod Cafe also commits to taking care of gluten-free and celiac diners. “Our waitstaff are pleased to walk you through Rock Cod’s comprehensive celiac-friendly offerings to customize your order according to your sensitivities. When we prepare celiac-friendly meals, we use clean, separate pans, separate flippers, a separate cutting board and employ good hand-washing techniques to minimize the risk of cross contamination.  Your health and enjoyment are important to us so we caution our diners that our deep fryer is used to cook wheat item. Please choose accordingly.”

Rock Cod is determined to make all their offerings the best that they can be from fish, veggies, chicken and beef! Give them a try – you’ll be hooked for life! Now serving Wow Factor Gluten-Free Desserts!

View Celiac-Friendly Menu • RockCodCafe.com • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram
View Regular Menu.
www.oceanwise.ca
www.msc.org

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Nov
23
Sat
CANCELLED – Benjamin’s Bites @ Glenlyon Norfolk School Fair
Nov 23 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Benjamin's Bites Esquimalt Collage
APOLOGIES TO ALL! BENJAMIN”S BITES WILL NOT BE APPEARING. Special orders up to Christmas still welcome at info@benjaminsbites.com or 250-884-3093.

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Benjamin's Bites Cookies Esquimalt Farmer's Market copyAbout Benjamin’s Bites

Benjamin’s Bites Cookies and Brownies are made with documented to be 100% gluten-free, peanut/tree nut free, soy-free ingredients. These vegan treats are produced in a “home kitchen,” using a strict cross-contamination prevention protocol. For further information, please contact Benjamin’s Bites directly at info@benjaminsbites.com or 250-884-3093.

  • Gluten-Free, Egg-Free, Dairy-Free, Peanut-Free, Tree-Nut-Free, Sesame-Free, Soy-Free, Sulfite-Free
  • Vegetarian, Vegan, Kosher, GMO free
  • Camino chocolate is organic and fair trade from LaSiembra Cooperative
  • Complete Ingredient List: GF flours (rice, potato starch, tapioca starch, sorghum), vegan margarine or palm shortening, vegan sugar, flax, chia, water, cocoa, chocolate, organic apples, GF oats, cinnamon, chai spice, raisins, coconut milk, non-gmo canola oil, sea salt, baking soda, baking powder, xanthan gum, sunflower butter, skittles candy, molasses, custard powder, coconut, vegan icing sugar.

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Benjamin’s Bites’ Back Story

Benjamin’s Bites Cookies were borne out of necessity. At fourteen months, Tony and Debbie discovered that their son, Benjamin, had multiple food allergies. It was heartbreaking and frightening to see his body react with real physical symptoms.

After eliminating everything that Benjamin’s body was reacting to, the next step was to eat as many whole foods as possible. Debbie had always been a “label reader” but became increasingly concerned when she picked up product after product and realized, “No, he can’t have this.” It was challenging, but after searching they found a variety of foods which were safe for Benjamin. The one thing we were unable to find was a cookie which tasted both homemade and was also appealing to those without food intolerances. The family had some tough critics when it came to sweets. They were the perfect test subjects!

Benjamins Bites WPLike Debbie’s Grandma and Mom, I loved to bake. She challenged herself to create a cookie that contained no gluten, eggs, soy, dairy, peanuts, tree nuts, or sulphites. The flour blends found in the stores just didn’t seem to have the taste she was searching for. Why not mill her own, she thought? She  purchased a home grain mill and, after many combinations of grains, came up with ‘Benjamin’s Bites Flour Blend.’

Debbie began to bake cookies and bake cookies and bake cookies! After almost two years of test baking (and some real hockey pucks), she had a cookie that was free of gluten, eggs, soy, dairy, peanuts, tree nuts, and sulphites. The best thing? It tasted really good.

Our mission has never changed: to create a gluten free/allergy friendly cookie that tasted homemade and used familiar and pronounceable ingredients.

They were developed for people who can’t eat a regular cookie due to allergies or gluten sensitivities, but the upshot is that people without food intolerances are enjoying them, too! We encourage everyone to taste Benjamin’s Bites Cookies, always checking the ingredients before sharing.  We do have some tricks up our sleeves, so be on the lookout for more Benjamin’s Bites products soon.

 

May
19
Fri
Taste of Summer Event @ Belmont M & M Food Market
May 19 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Be Amazed! The Gluten Free are Included in Belmont M&M’s Taste of Summer Event!
3005 Merchant Way in Langford

Friday, May 19
Saturday, May 20
Sunday, May 21

Sales – May 18 to May 24th
Click here for printer-friendly version

Belmont MandM May 18

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Belmont MandM BBQ Flyer

May 8th to August 9th – click here for to view

Download M&M’s Certified Gluten-Free Product List

Click here to Sign Up for a Rewards Card to enjoy extra discounts on the kinds of meals you want and need!

Belmont MandM Gluten-Free List. 2

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Belmont M&M Food Market
3005 Merchant Way, Unit 107  •  Directions
250-708-1010
store343@mmfoodmarket.com

IN STORE SHOPPING M-F 9-8 • Sat 9-7 • Sun 9-6 • Stats 10-5

Tuesday is Seniors Day in-store & ordering! Enjoy 10% off regular priced items!

The friendly staff at Belmont M&M are pleased to direct you to their Certified Gluten-Free Freezer. Ask for a tour of the rest of their store for even more no-gluten items!

Understanding M&M 3-Tier Gluten-Free Labeling Policy
Facebook • Instagram • Twitter
Download their Mobile App Apple StoreGoogle Play


Belmont M&M Rewards Card

Rewards Account – SIGN UP NOW!


M&M has partnered with the Canadian Celiac Association (CCA) to provide gluten-free options with every meal. Look for the CCA logo on specially marked packaging and when browsing through their products online.

View M&M’s Complete Certified Gluten-Free Product List

Belmont MandM Gluten Free Desserts

Bars & Squares • Bite Sized • Breaded & Battered fish • Breaded Chicken • BreadBurgers  • Cakes • Cheese & vegetable • Classic Entrées • Fish Fillets • Ice cream & Novelties • International Entrées • Kabobs • Meat & Poultry • Meal Kits • Meat & Poultry • Meatballs • Mini SkewersPotatoSeasoned & Marinated Chicken


Belmont M&M In StoreMAIN INGREDIENT: Beef • Chicken • Fish • Noodles • Pork • Potato • Pasta • Rice • Shrimp • Turkey • Vegetable

ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS TO AVOID: No egg •  No fish • No milk • No mustard • No peanuts • No sesame seeds • No shellfish • No soy • No sulfites • No treenuts

ADDITIONAL DIETARY CHOICES: KosherVegetarian • Vegan

OCCASIONS: BBQ • Family Dinner • Game Day • Holiday • Kid Friendly • Party • Solo Meals • Weeknight Meals

COOKING METHODS: Air fryerBarbecue • Fry Pan • Oven • Microwave • Stove Top • Thaw and Serve

COOKING TIMES: 10 mins or less20 mins or less30 mins or less40 mins or less

IDEAS & INSPIRATION

Three Special (Easy!) Gluten-Free Menus
Luscious Dessert Boards for any Diet
Gluten-Free Grills and Desserts

M&M Real Food Promise – absolutely no artificial flavours, colours or sweeteners are used in M&M Foods.


Free Delivery on All OrdersShopping Options

In Store – 3005 Merchant Way, Unit 107 Get Directions
M-F 9-8 • Sat 9-7 • Sun 10-5 • Stat 10-5 – 250-708-1010

Seniors enjoy 10% off regular-priced in-store shopping on Tuesdays!
Every Day is Seniors Day Online! Enjoy 10% off regular priced items!

Online Shopping

In-Store PickupCreate your order online and pick it up at M&M Food Market.

Curbside PickupJust park near the front door, open your trunk and wait for a meal advisor to place your order directly into your vehicle.

LIMITED TIME OFFER! Free Delivery on all orders! 

Delivery – M&M has partnered with DoorDash to bring you fast, reliable same-day delivery service. Can b scheduled 7 days in advance. Choose delivery at checkout and enter your address to check availability. The normal delivery fee is $9.99, regardless of order amount. More about delivery

Celiac Scene Member Sticker

May
20
Sat
Taste of Summer Event @ Belmont M & M Food Market
May 20 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Be Amazed! The Gluten Free are Included in Belmont M&M’s Taste of Summer Event!
3005 Merchant Way in Langford

Friday, May 19
Saturday, May 20
Sunday, May 21

Sales – May 18 to May 24th
Click here for printer-friendly version

Belmont MandM May 18

Click on image to enlarge

Belmont MandM BBQ Flyer

May 8th to August 9th – click here for to view

Download M&M’s Certified Gluten-Free Product List

Click here to Sign Up for a Rewards Card to enjoy extra discounts on the kinds of meals you want and need!

Belmont MandM Gluten-Free List. 2

Click on image to enlarge

Belmont M&M Food Market
3005 Merchant Way, Unit 107  •  Directions
250-708-1010
store343@mmfoodmarket.com

IN STORE SHOPPING M-F 9-8 • Sat 9-7 • Sun 9-6 • Stats 10-5

Tuesday is Seniors Day in-store & ordering! Enjoy 10% off regular priced items!

The friendly staff at Belmont M&M are pleased to direct you to their Certified Gluten-Free Freezer. Ask for a tour of the rest of their store for even more no-gluten items!

Understanding M&M 3-Tier Gluten-Free Labeling Policy
Facebook • Instagram • Twitter
Download their Mobile App Apple StoreGoogle Play


Belmont M&M Rewards Card

Rewards Account – SIGN UP NOW!


M&M has partnered with the Canadian Celiac Association (CCA) to provide gluten-free options with every meal. Look for the CCA logo on specially marked packaging and when browsing through their products online.

View M&M’s Complete Certified Gluten-Free Product List

Belmont MandM Gluten Free Desserts

Bars & Squares • Bite Sized • Breaded & Battered fish • Breaded Chicken • BreadBurgers  • Cakes • Cheese & vegetable • Classic Entrées • Fish Fillets • Ice cream & Novelties • International Entrées • Kabobs • Meat & Poultry • Meal Kits • Meat & Poultry • Meatballs • Mini SkewersPotatoSeasoned & Marinated Chicken


Belmont M&M In StoreMAIN INGREDIENT: Beef • Chicken • Fish • Noodles • Pork • Potato • Pasta • Rice • Shrimp • Turkey • Vegetable

ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS TO AVOID: No egg •  No fish • No milk • No mustard • No peanuts • No sesame seeds • No shellfish • No soy • No sulfites • No treenuts

ADDITIONAL DIETARY CHOICES: KosherVegetarian • Vegan

OCCASIONS: BBQ • Family Dinner • Game Day • Holiday • Kid Friendly • Party • Solo Meals • Weeknight Meals

COOKING METHODS: Air fryerBarbecue • Fry Pan • Oven • Microwave • Stove Top • Thaw and Serve

COOKING TIMES: 10 mins or less20 mins or less30 mins or less40 mins or less

IDEAS & INSPIRATION

Three Special (Easy!) Gluten-Free Menus
Luscious Dessert Boards for any Diet
Gluten-Free Grills and Desserts

M&M Real Food Promise – absolutely no artificial flavours, colours or sweeteners are used in M&M Foods.


Free Delivery on All OrdersShopping Options

In Store – 3005 Merchant Way, Unit 107 Get Directions
M-F 9-8 • Sat 9-7 • Sun 10-5 • Stat 10-5 – 250-708-1010

Seniors enjoy 10% off regular-priced in-store shopping on Tuesdays!
Every Day is Seniors Day Online! Enjoy 10% off regular priced items!

Online Shopping

In-Store PickupCreate your order online and pick it up at M&M Food Market.

Curbside PickupJust park near the front door, open your trunk and wait for a meal advisor to place your order directly into your vehicle.

LIMITED TIME OFFER! Free Delivery on all orders! 

Delivery – M&M has partnered with DoorDash to bring you fast, reliable same-day delivery service. Can b scheduled 7 days in advance. Choose delivery at checkout and enter your address to check availability. The normal delivery fee is $9.99, regardless of order amount. More about delivery

Celiac Scene Member Sticker

May
21
Sun
Taste of Summer Event @ Belmont M & M Food Market
May 21 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Be Amazed! The Gluten Free are Included in Belmont M&M’s Taste of Summer Event!
3005 Merchant Way in Langford

Friday, May 19
Saturday, May 20
Sunday, May 21

Sales – May 18 to May 24th
Click here for printer-friendly version

Belmont MandM May 18

Click on image to enlarge

Belmont MandM BBQ Flyer

May 8th to August 9th – click here for to view

Download M&M’s Certified Gluten-Free Product List

Click here to Sign Up for a Rewards Card to enjoy extra discounts on the kinds of meals you want and need!

Belmont MandM Gluten-Free List. 2

Click on image to enlarge

Belmont M&M Food Market
3005 Merchant Way, Unit 107  •  Directions
250-708-1010
store343@mmfoodmarket.com

IN STORE SHOPPING M-F 9-8 • Sat 9-7 • Sun 9-6 • Stats 10-5

Tuesday is Seniors Day in-store & ordering! Enjoy 10% off regular priced items!

The friendly staff at Belmont M&M are pleased to direct you to their Certified Gluten-Free Freezer. Ask for a tour of the rest of their store for even more no-gluten items!

Understanding M&M 3-Tier Gluten-Free Labeling Policy
Facebook • Instagram • Twitter
Download their Mobile App Apple StoreGoogle Play


Belmont M&M Rewards Card

Rewards Account – SIGN UP NOW!


M&M has partnered with the Canadian Celiac Association (CCA) to provide gluten-free options with every meal. Look for the CCA logo on specially marked packaging and when browsing through their products online.

View M&M’s Complete Certified Gluten-Free Product List

Belmont MandM Gluten Free Desserts

Bars & Squares • Bite Sized • Breaded & Battered fish • Breaded Chicken • BreadBurgers  • Cakes • Cheese & vegetable • Classic Entrées • Fish Fillets • Ice cream & Novelties • International Entrées • Kabobs • Meat & Poultry • Meal Kits • Meat & Poultry • Meatballs • Mini SkewersPotatoSeasoned & Marinated Chicken


Belmont M&M In StoreMAIN INGREDIENT: Beef • Chicken • Fish • Noodles • Pork • Potato • Pasta • Rice • Shrimp • Turkey • Vegetable

ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS TO AVOID: No egg •  No fish • No milk • No mustard • No peanuts • No sesame seeds • No shellfish • No soy • No sulfites • No treenuts

ADDITIONAL DIETARY CHOICES: KosherVegetarian • Vegan

OCCASIONS: BBQ • Family Dinner • Game Day • Holiday • Kid Friendly • Party • Solo Meals • Weeknight Meals

COOKING METHODS: Air fryerBarbecue • Fry Pan • Oven • Microwave • Stove Top • Thaw and Serve

COOKING TIMES: 10 mins or less20 mins or less30 mins or less40 mins or less

IDEAS & INSPIRATION

Three Special (Easy!) Gluten-Free Menus
Luscious Dessert Boards for any Diet
Gluten-Free Grills and Desserts

M&M Real Food Promise – absolutely no artificial flavours, colours or sweeteners are used in M&M Foods.


Free Delivery on All OrdersShopping Options

In Store – 3005 Merchant Way, Unit 107 Get Directions
M-F 9-8 • Sat 9-7 • Sun 10-5 • Stat 10-5 – 250-708-1010

Seniors enjoy 10% off regular-priced in-store shopping on Tuesdays!
Every Day is Seniors Day Online! Enjoy 10% off regular priced items!

Online Shopping

In-Store PickupCreate your order online and pick it up at M&M Food Market.

Curbside PickupJust park near the front door, open your trunk and wait for a meal advisor to place your order directly into your vehicle.

LIMITED TIME OFFER! Free Delivery on all orders! 

Delivery – M&M has partnered with DoorDash to bring you fast, reliable same-day delivery service. Can b scheduled 7 days in advance. Choose delivery at checkout and enter your address to check availability. The normal delivery fee is $9.99, regardless of order amount. More about delivery

Celiac Scene Member Sticker