Stay Tuned for Summer 2020!

Join this fun gluten-free gang for their Annual Celiac BBQ on Sunday, August 25th in Nanoose.  Everyone and their significant others are welcome! Arrive at 4:00 pm for appetizers, great conversation with dinner and yummy desserts to follow.

The menu is still under development but it is guaranteed to be gluten free and delicious. You won’t be disappointed!

Details and RSVP: annezahara@shaw.ca or call / text 250-240-0708. $16.00/person

BBQ Update! August 27, 2019

A big gluten-free thank you to the contributors who helped to make this event so special and to Anne and her Helpers for staging this very popular event!

• Bake My Day
• Eat Fresh Urban Market
• Epicure Selections by Laara Clarkson
• Lakeview Gluten-Free Bakery
• Nellie’s European Deli
• Rusted Rake Farm

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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About 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!

Like 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.

 

Mid-Island Celiac Support Group Christmas Celebration!

• Sunday, November 24, 5-9pm
• Longwood Brew Pub at 5775 Turner Rd, Nanaimo

Join this happy gang for a 100% gluten-free buffet!

• 2 Salads
• 3 Hot Entrees
• Roast Potatoes
• Rice Pilaf
• Seasonal Vegetables
• Dessert Squares & Cakes, Tea & Coffee.
• $31.95/person – children charged by age i.e. $12 for 12 year-olds.
• Spirits extra.

Re-Gift Exchange!

Men’s to be wrapped in red. Women’s in white. If you bring a gift, you take one home with you. Always fun!

RSVP Annie 250-240-0708 or at annezahara@shaw.ca by November 18th.
Only 30 seats available in Longwood’s exclusive private dining room.

Known as the Jewel in the Crown of Longwood Station, the brewpub starts with stunning views of the Vancouver Island mountain range and spectacular sunsets nestled beside a cozy rock fireplace. It’s all set up to offer  an environment to enjoy the brewing and culinary excellence they’ve become famous for, one of Nanaimo’s premier destinations.

Meet MAiiZ Nixtamal and sample their fabulous gluten-free tortillas at Island Good Days!

• Country Grocer –  Esquimalt on Friday,  June 24 from 11am to 3pm
• Country Grocer –  Royal Oak on Sunday,  June 26 from 11am to 3pm

MAiiZ Nixtamal Tortillas are made from certified organic corn grown in Armstrong, BC and lab-tested to be gluten free.

Chef Israel Alvarez Molina’s technique, inspired in the traditional Mesoamerican Nixtamalization process is more than just authentic, providing taste and structure. MAiiZ Nixtamal Tortillas have flavour, aroma, texture and elasticity.

When eating a Nixtamal Taco you don’t just taste the corn, you taste the process.

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“I want to feel proud about the food I produce, and I want people to feel good about what they are eating!” Chef Israel Alvarez Molina

Testimonials

• “Se siente el sabor de Mexico! I can taste the flavour of Mexico” @gtcanni
• “I love how the tortillas held together perfectly without breaking or getting soggy.” @propitiouspig

Country Grocer is a family-owned and operated grocery chain with 7 stores in Victoria, Cobble Hill, Salt Spring Island, Lake Cowichan and Nanaimo. Look for gluten-free shelf labels throughout their stores to guide you to exceptional products, amazing pricing and in-store manager specials!

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• Get the Scoop on Gluten-Free Sales
• This Week’s Specials
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• Country Grocer’s Got an App
• Chef Michael’s Gluten-Free Recipes
• Six other locations to serve you

Country Grocer Royal Oak wins the 2020 Canadian Federation of Independent Grocer Award for Medium Surface Category (size)

Certificate of Appreciation from The Celiac Scene

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Port Coquitlam’s Delish Gluten Free Bakery is excited to be heading to NANAIMO for its FIRST ‘pop up shop’ of their best selling gluten-free items.

All items will need to be pre-ordered in advance via THIS FORM as we will not be selling extra items on site. When ordering, please take note of the pack size as individual items are not available.

All Items are 100% Gluten, Wheat & Nut Free but do contain Dairy & Eggs.

Past deliveries have included Chocolate Dip Donuts, Vanilla Dip Donuts, Maple Dip Donuts, Honey Crullers, Mini Donuts, Butter Croissants, Cinnamon Buns, Pizza Buns, Lemon Poppy Muffins, Vegan Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins, Blackberry Crumble Muffins, Cheddar & Bacon Scones, Caramelized Onion & Feta Scones, Salted Caramel Brownies & 1kg Flour Blend.

Vegan items include Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins, Large Raspberry Oreos, Quinoa Fudge Bars, and the Flour Blend.

All items must be pre-ordered in advance, in pack-sized portions.  Extra items will not be sold on site. Packs come as they are – no custom orders.

Delish Baking freezes well – so feel free to buy in bulk!

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Below are samples of previous baking delivered to Victoria by Delish!

Chocolate Dip Brioche Donuts – 4 PACK

Maple Dip Brioche Donuts – 4 PACK

Honey Crullers – 4 PACK

Mini Cinnamon Sugar Donuts – 6 PACK

Cinnamon Buns with Cream Cheese Icing

Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes – 6 PACK

Confetti Cupcakes – 6 PACK

Lemon Poppy Muffins – 4 PACK

Butter Croissants – 4 PACK

Chocolate Croissants – 4 PACK

Vegan Banana Chocolate Chips, Vegan Pumpkin, Lemon Poppyseed Muffins – 4 PACK

Bacon & Cheddar & Caramelized Onion & Feta Scones – 4 PACK

Salted Caramel Brownie – 4 PACK

Vegan Quinoa Fudge Bar – 4 PACK

Blueberry Crumble Muffins

Flour Blend – 1kg – Blend of Potato Starch, Tapioca Starch, Rice Flour & Xanthan Gum

Owner Jenna Lynn Perry began her career as a baker, one who was always being asked whether she could bake gluten free. With her grandmother and father diagnosed with celiac disease, she had every reason to apply her skills to perfecting gluten-free baking.

In 2011, she established Delish Gluten Free Bakery in Port Coquitlam and has been busy ever since proving that gluten-free baking can indeed be ‘Delish!’

Delish has recently opened ‘Caffe Delish,’ a coffee shop that features Delish baking, open 7 days a week. Enjoy fine baking, yeast-risen, deep-fried donuts, jumbo cinnamon buns, scones, muffins, breads & more.

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Baking Delicious, Wholesome, Gluten Free, Wheat Free and Nut Free since 2011!

• “Providing gluten sensitive consumers artisan breads, muffins, cakes, pastries, cookies, pizza shells, perogies and more and without compromising taste or quality! Consumers now have the ability to enjoy their favourite foods and feel good about what they are eating! Delish Gluten Free Bakery is committed to offering innovative products in a facility that is wheat free, gluten free and nut free. All our products contain all natural ingredients without preservatives and with locally sourced ingredients.”

Delish Gluten Free Bakery
#203 – 1730 Coast Meridian Rd Port Coquitlam SEE MAP
TUES – FRI 10am – 5pm. SAT 9am – 4pm Closed SUN-MON
604-945-9994
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ORDERING – View all links HERE!

Cakes & Cupcakes: Order Here
Saturday Only Items (Donuts/Croissants): Order Here
All Other Menu Items: Order Here
Victoria Delivery (March 30th Pickup): Order Here
Emailed orders are no longer accepted, please visit the links above to place your order.
For all other inquires: orders@delishglutenfree.com.

Caffé Delish Port Coquitlam (Coffee Shop)
Unit 4110 – 2180 Kelly Avenue, Port Coquitlam SEE MAP
Monday – Sunday 8am to 5pm
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Caffé Delish Pitt Meadows (Coffee Shop)
12528 Harris Rd, Pitt Meadows SEE MAP
Sunday – Wednesday 8am-5pm
Thursday – Saturday 8am-7pm
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