Bread SRSLY Gluten Free Sourdough Giveaway

Disclaimer: I am an affiliate of Bread SRSLY, and this post contains an affiliate link. This means I get a small commission that helps maintain the cost of this site (there is no added cost to you). I’ve received samples of this product, but I was not paid to write this post. All opinions are my own, and I only recommend products that I, myself, use and love.

If you’re looking for a gift to really impress your gluten free loved one, look no further than Bread SRSLY! It’s my favorite bread on the market (I’m literally eating a slice as I type), and Kris, a Bay Area-native, agrees that the tangy sourdough taste is top notch.

Whenever newly diagnosed celiacs express struggles with finding good gluten free bread I immediately recommend Bread SRSLY. They are the masters of shipping across the country. The bread arrives fresh and can be refrigerated for several days. The really special thing – I’ve found that I don’t need to toast the bread for the first few days! It’s incredibly soft. A few days in I’ll start lightly toasting until it’s soft and warm. There’s no need to toast to the point of crunchy (unless you want to, of course). If you are gluten free, you understand how unique soft bread is. Left over bread can be sliced, then frozen for future toasting. 

There are currently rumors circulating through the gluten free community about sourdough. To clarify – regular wheat-based sourdough is NOT safe for people with celiac disease. Click here to see test results from a wheat-based sourdough – it contained 104,000 ppm gluten! Yikes! That is not the case with Bread SRSLY, which is made with gluten free ingredients in a dedicated facility in San Francisco.

Extra facts:

• 100% gluten free facility
• Certified GF through the CSA (CSA certifications are only given to products that test below 5ppm)
• Nut free facility
• Allergen-friendly
• Vegan
• Made by hand
• Non GMO
• Gum-free options (the sandwich rolls contain psyllium husk instead of xanthan gum)

Click here to order your Bread SRSLY! (affiliate link) and get FREE SHIPPING using code “tastymeditation”!

The last day to order your Bread SRSLY for the holidays is December 17th! All orders after that will ship the week of January 8th, so get on it!

GIVEAWAY! One winner will receive the GF Holiday Pack and tote bag featured above! Enter via the rafflecopter link below. US residents only. Giveaway ends Thursday December 21st 11:59PM EST.
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Bread SRSLY Review + Giveaway

Looking for the best gluten free sourdough on the market? Does such a thing even exist? It does! Look no further than Bread SRSLY – 100% gluten free and made in a dedicated facility in San Francisco.

If you’re not familiar with sourdough, it’s tangy taste is unlike any other bread variation. While you can technically find sourdough across the country, there is something special about sourdough made in the Bay Area (I’ve been told that it has something to do with the yeast, water, and geographic location). Kristopher, a Bay Area native and self-proclaimed sourdough connoisseur, confirms this. Between their loaves, dinner rolls and sandwich rolls, Kristopher and I agree that Bread SRSLY is simply the best on the market.

Their products ship incredibly well and can be stored in the fridge for several days before you decide to freeze the rest (that is, if you have any leftovers at all). I recently sliced up a fresh loaf and was delighted by the incredibly soft interior. The taste and texture is incredible, even days after it arrived – it’s difficult to stop eating it. We’ll be ordering more this week. 

Fast facts about Bread SRSLY:

• 100% gluten free facility
• Certified GF through the CSA (CSA certifications are only given to products that test below 5ppm)
• Nut free facility
• Allergen-friendly
• Vegan
• Made by hand
• Non GMO
• Gum-free options (the sandwich rolls contain psyllium husk instead of xanthan gum)

Bread SRSLY is available at various Bay Area grocery stores and cafes. As for the rest of us, we can order them online! During the month of May Bread SRSLY will donate $1 to the Celiac Disease Foundation for every Loaves + Rolls Sampler purchased.

Special offer for my readers from now until May 10^th – get FREE SHIPPING on your order with code “tastymeditation”. Click here to order your Bread SRSLY! (affiliate link)

GIVEAWAY! One winner will receive a Bread SRSLY Loaves + Rolls Sampler. Enter via the rafflecopter link below. US residents only. Giveaway ends 11:59PM EST on Thursday May 18^th.
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Disclaimer: I received samples of these products, but I was not paid to write this review. All opinions are my own, and I only recommend products that I, myself, use and love. This post includes an affiliate link. As an affiliate I get a small kickback if you make a purchase. This comes at no extra cost to you, and it helps me fund this website.

Tasty Meditation Gluten Free Holiday Gift Guide 2016!

Tis the season for giving, but when you throw in Celiac Disease and other food intolerances you may feel a bit lost. Have no fear, I am here with this year’s Gluten Free Holiday Gift Guide!

Side note: Many of these companies have some amazing Cyber Monday deals – check out their facebook accounts and I’m sure you’ll find a bunch!

For the chocolate/sweets lover:

• See’s Candy – I highly recommend their gold box chocolate truffles. The perfect decadent treat.
• Pascha Chocolate – Very allergen-friendly dark chocolate.
• Cocomels – Delicious dairy-free caramels.
• Al Nassma – Elegant camel-milk chocolates from Dubai (please see my previous post for allergen information).
  
• Lovely Candy Company Licorice – Gluten Free licorice! Need I say more?
• Goodie Girl Cookies – The “Mint Slims” taste just like your old favorite girl scout cookie! Make your loved one’s gluten free dreams come true! 
• Organic Living Superfoods  – Health conscious friends will love this organic, dairy free, chocolate covered fruit. I recommend the dark chocolate covered pineapple and coconut.
  • Get 10% off with code “TastyMeditation10”

For the experienced cook – Often times experienced home cooks know exactly what ingredients they need and what new kitchen gadgets they are dying to try, which makes a gift card to the right store a perfect gift.

• Nuts.com gift certificate –Gluten free flours, nuts, and baking ingredients can get expensive, so I’m sure that any home cook would love the gift of a full pantry.
• Bed, Bath and Beyond gift card –Not sure what gadget your GF friend is missing? Let them pick!
• Blendtec blender with twister jar – The most useful gadget in my kitchen. I use this multiple times a day. What did my life look like before it?
• “1000 Gluten Free Recipes” by Carol Fenster – My first cookbook when I went gluten free, and boy was I glad I had it!
• Any books by Elana Amsterdam (aka Elana’s Pantry) – Through the years Elana has proven to be my favorite source for paleo recipes. Buy some almond and coconut flour and get cooking!
• “The Warm Kitchen” by Amy Fothergill – Beautiful cookbook from a dedicated mother. I’ve had the good fortune of meeting Amy, and her passion for food and family is evident in her beautifully illustrated book.
• A dinner at their favorite GF restaurant – Because every great cook deserves a relaxing culinary experience every so often.

For those who like easy baking projects:

• Luce’s Gluten Free Artisan Bread Mix – The most delicious bread mix on the market. Sourdough! Rye-flavored! Italian! Just add water, mix, bake, and you’ll end up with stunning, rustic bread.
• My Grandpa’s Farm Mixes– One of favorite cake mixes. My guests always think this cake came from a specialty bakery – they never suspect it was a mix. I recommend the pumpkin spice cake.
• 123 Gluten Free Mixes – A high quality set of mixes that are extremely allergen friendly. Great for loved ones with multiple food intolerances. Over a hundred recipes on their website – you will never get tired of their mixes.
• Better Batter Mixes – High quality mixes from a company with a beautiful mission. I urge you to visit their website and read about the family that was diagnosed with Celiac Disease, the business that sparked from it, and their dedication to various communities including individuals with autism. Very allergen friendly, and there are literally hundreds of recipes on the Better Batter website.

Subscription Boxes

• American Gluten Free– One of my favorite gluten free subscription boxes on the market. AGF supports small businesses across the country, so you will taste very unique products that you might not have found otherwise. All items are made in dedicated gluten free facilities and are also dairy free/allergen friendly. You’ll find subscription options for both on-the-go snackers and experienced cooks. AGF is offering a single holiday box as well as their regular month-to-month plan – it’s the gift that keeps on giving!
  • Cyber Monday alert! 
  • •Take 50% off all month to month subscriptions with code: CM50
    •Take 30% off all 3 month subscriptions with code: CM30
    •Take 15% off all 6 month subscriptions with code: CM15
    •Take 50% off all gift boxes and one time purchases with code: CMGIFT50
• Love with Food Gluten Free Box by G-Free Foodie – A monthly subscription box that allows you to sample new gluten free products every month – it’s like Christmas twelve times a year! Great for someone who doesn’t live near large grocery stores and has a hard time finding gluten free items.

For the beauty product lover:

• Red Apple Lipstick gift certificate – Amazing allergen-friendly makeup with stunning lipstick colors for all complexions. The Rallye Balm is a lifesaver for friends who complain of chapped/dry lips during the colder months.
  • Get 22% off orders of $50+ with the code “TastyMeditation”
    
• Éclair Naturals – A line of beautiful handcrafted lotions, shampoos, soaps, bath salts, and more that are certified gluten free, soy free, vegan, cruelty free, and non GMO. The body butter is perfect for friends who have sensitive skin during the winter time.

For the book/magazine lover:

• GFF Magazine subscription – Stunning magazine that strives to spread the joy of good food from one home to another. You’ll find excellent recipes, articles, and travel recommendations.
  • Use code “GFFTM” for 20% off subscriptions and single issues
• “Celiac and the Beast” by Erica Dermer – An informative and humorous book about what it’s like being diagnosed and living with Celiac Disease.
• “Jennifer’s Way: My Journey with Celiac Disease – What Doctors Don’t Tell You and How You Can Learn to Live Again” by Jennifer Esposito – A truly inspiring account of Jennifer Esposito’s journey. A must read for anyone – Celiac/GF folk, non-Celiac/GF loved ones, those struggling with diagnosis, people who have never even heard of Celiac Disease – everyone can learn something from this true story.
• “Gluten is my Bitch” by April Pevetaux – An entertaining and humerous book about living with Celiac Disease.

For the alcohol lover:

• Tito’s Vodka – Certified gluten free, corn-based vodka. You might want to get some for yourself too. I’ve found that you save more money in the long run if you buy the bigger bottle 😉
• Wine – When in doubt, always a good gift.

Fresh GF treats shipped to your door:

• Krumville Bake Shop – Perhaps my favorite bakery in NYC. Delicious cookies, cakes, muffins, and bread – everything that comes out of the Krumville kitchen is incredible.
• Meredith’s Bread – Wonderful breads and the best black and white cookies you will ever eat. They are in farmers markets all over NYC/NJ/CT (look for the GF label! – they have a separate bakery for their wheat-based products) and are also available for shipping.
• Izzi B’s Allergen Free Bakery – Delicious and incredibly allergen-friendly. Located in Connecticut. Fresh baked custom orders are available for pick-up, delivery, or shipping.
• Bread SRSLY Sourdough – “The best gluten free sourdough bread on the market,” says my San Francisco-native boyfriend. You’ll love the $5 flat rate shipping.
• Gluten Free Territory – Amazing raspberry cheesecake brownies. You won’t want to share.
• Posh Pop Shop Bakeshop – A New Jersey-based gluten free bakery that has the most stunning Instagram (I have been stalking them for years). Their cake pops are to die for.
• Everybody Eats– My mom and I are obsessed with their baguettes. Pickup locally in Brooklyn or get it shipped to your door.
• Mariposa Baking Co – Located in San Francisco, Mariposa is one of my favorite bakeries in the country. I highly recommend their cinnamon rolls – out of this world!

Handy Gifts:

• Nima Sensor – a portable sensor that detects gluten down to 20ppm. Excellent for GF friends who are nervous at restaurants, travel often, or simply want to take more control over their food.
• Gluten Free Labels – Fun labels, stickers, tags, and toothpick flags that will easily help distinguish the gluten-free products from the gluten-filled products in a shared kitchen.

Happy Holidays!

 

Disclaimer: Some of the above links are affiliate links in which I get a small commission that helps maintain the cost of this site (there is no added cost to you). I was not paid to write this post. All opinions are my own, and I only recommend products that I, myself, use and love.

Bread SRSLY Review & Giveaway

I am on a search for the best gluten free sourdough bread on the market. While I had not tried sourdough in my pre-Celiac days, my boyfriend, Kristopher, is from the San Francisco area and is a die-hard fan, a sourdough expert and connoisseur. This makes him a highly qualified judge, and we hit the jackpot when we discovered Bread SRSLY, a San Francisco-based company.

While you can find sourdough across the country, there is something special about sourdough made in the Bay Area (I’ve been told that it has something to do with the yeast, water, and geographic location). Kristopher and I have found this to be true. Between their loaves, dinner rolls and sandwich rolls, Bread SRSLY is the best gluten free sourdough bread that we have tried yet!

How it all started – Sadie, the founder of Bread SRSLY, began experimenting with gluten free flours in order to impress a gluten free guy who she was smitten with. Oddly enough, a few months later she learned that she was gluten intolerant herself. She perfected her gluten free loaves and launched Bread SRSLY in 2011. Her company has quickly captured the attention, hearts, and taste buds of the Celiac community.

Having sampled several products, I can safely say that the sandwich rolls are my favorite – tangy taste and super soft texture (seriously, we need kick the “gluten free tastes like cardboard” myth to the curb – this bread is better than most wheat-filled breads). Kristopher also very much enjoyed the dinner rolls, commenting that they were the tangiest of the bunch.

Fun facts about Bread SRSLY:

• 100% gluten free facility
• Certified GF through the CSA (CSA certifications are only given to products that test below 5ppm)
• Nut free facility
• Allergen-friendly
• Vegan
• Made by hand
• Non GMO
• Gum-free options (the sandwich rolls contain psyllium husk instead of xanthan gum)

If you are in the San Francisco area you can find Bread SRSLY at various grocery stores and cafes. As for the rest of us, we can order them online! They offer $5 flat rate shipping – super budget friendly!

For more info and to order visit www.breadsrsly.com (affiliate link)

GIVEAWAY! One winner will receive a sample pack of Bread SRSLY sourdough including one classic loaf, 4 sandwich rolls, and 12 dinner rolls. Enter via the rafflecopter link below. US residents only. Giveaway ends midnight EST on Thursday June 16^th.
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Disclaimer: I received samples of these products, but I was not paid to write this review. All opinions are my own, and I only recommend products that I, myself, use and love.