Your Gluten Free Girlfriend

Your Gluten Free Girlfriend Just a gluten free girl eating her way through a gluten free life.

I wanted to provide an update on my last post about Carrington's. One of my friends went a few days after seeing my revi...
04/11/2026

I wanted to provide an update on my last post about Carrington's. One of my friends went a few days after seeing my review and did NOT have a good experience. Actually, it was shockingly opposite.

Many of the items I was told were gluten friendly, my friend was told were not. Everything they ordered came out wrong. They left hungry and frustrated. As they were leaving, my friend's husband overheard another patron complaining about their wings being raw, which he could easily confirm as he was walking by to leave.

I'm really disappointed this was their experience. Not only was I excited to have another safe go-to in my area for gluten free, I also try and provide honest reviews for my fellow gluten freebies. To have had a good experience myself, then to have someone so close to me have the experience they did, is upsetting to say the least.

If you're going to try them out, regardless of your dietary restrictions or these reviews, I would please ask you to exercise caution. I would hate for you to become ill.

It's been a while, but life has a funny way of taking you in new directions. Mr. NGFBF and I recently moved to a new com...
04/05/2026

It's been a while, but life has a funny way of taking you in new directions. Mr. NGFBF and I recently moved to a new community, and we’re still getting to know the local businesses, especially the restaurants. Sadly, there aren’t a ton of options nearby, so we usually still have to travel a bit.

Today though, we stopped in at Carrington Sports Bar And Grill after seeing a few posts on our community page saying the food and service were worth the trip. I checked out the menu online first to see if there were any gluten friendly options… and there definitely were! Not just salad either.

The online menu doesn’t even list everything they can make gluten-friendly. The owner, Kyle (who is lovely, by the way), gave us a quick rundown of all the options, including chicken wings! Not only are they super gluten freebie inclusive, but they also have a dedicated fryer 🙌

Today, the Mr. and I shared the Bacon Cheddar Smasher burger with Garlic Parm fries. After Pearl (also lovely!), took our order, the chef actually came out to personally confirm that the entire meal needed to be made GF. It was so reassuring to know they were taking that level of care with our food.

The fries were absolute magic in my mouth. Crispy, flavourful, and honestly worth going back for all on their own. The burger had great flavour too, and the bacon had a slight candied taste without being overly sweet.

Next time, I think I’d either add an extra patty (because the single patty got a little lost in the GF bun) or skip the bun altogether. We all know GF buns are usually dry and crumbly, and this one was no exception unfortunately. Definitely not the restaurant’s fault though… the GF bun people just need to do better 😂

They also offer weekend brunch and have different specials every day of the week. We’ll absolutely be back for Taco Tuesday and Wing Wednesday.

If you’re ever in north Calgary and looking for a delicious, gluten-friendly meal, definitely give Carrington’s Sports Bar & Grill a try!

01/13/2026

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❗GIVEAWAY TIME!❗My fellow gluten freebies! It's time for a fun kind of freebie! and have partnered up to give YOU two ...
11/23/2024

❗GIVEAWAY TIME!❗

My fellow gluten freebies! It's time for a fun kind of freebie!

and have partnered up to give YOU two tickets to The Gluten Free Expo in Calgary on April 13, 2025 at The BMO Centre! There will be lots of amazing GF vendors waiting to show off their delicious goods!

HOW TO ENTER:
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The winner will be randomly selected on December 15th, 2024 at 5:00pm and will be announced and tagged via our story and in the comments.

Good luck, everyone!

Disclaimer: This giveaway is not endorsed, sponsored, administrated or associated with Instagram or any other brand.

Feeling a little saucy? Perhaps even a little spicy? Then you need to check out Saucy Burger Canada! Located on the ever...
04/17/2024

Feeling a little saucy? Perhaps even a little spicy? Then you need to check out Saucy Burger Canada!

Located on the ever bumpin' 17th Avenue, this little burger joint offers lots of gluten free options and will leave you feeling satisfied.

The gluten free life is kind of a bummer sometimes but with Saucy Burger, you can enjoy some of the things with your mouth that we can usually only eat with our eyes. Take, for instance, this amazing GLUTEN FREE Spicy Crispy Chicken Burger. A gluten free crispy chicken burger! So good, it's worth saying twice! It was, in fact, crispy. The sauce had just enough heat to wake up your tastebuds. I don't normally like sweet pickles but they were a perfect accompaniment to the other flavours in this burger.

Since I needed a bit more sauciness in my life, the Mr. and I shared some Lattice Fries with Gluten Free Farmers Cheese Sauce on top. The sauce was SO GOOD. It was nice and thick and actually tasted like real cheese, not the fake cheese sauce offered at other restaurants. Not feeling cheesy? They have a few other delicious toppings to suit your fancy.

All in all, Saucy Burger exceeded my expectations and has now been added to my list of favourite burger joints in Calgary.

Years ago, I used to frequent a Vietnamese restaurant in Pacific Place Mall. They had an AMAZING peanut satay phở. It wa...
04/15/2024

Years ago, I used to frequent a Vietnamese restaurant in Pacific Place Mall. They had an AMAZING peanut satay phở. It was savoury, peanutty, garlicky and delicious. It was so good, I craved it at least a couple of times a week. But one day, they changed ownership and my beloved soup was no more. I tried the peanut satay at a number of other restaurants but nothing compared.

UNTIL NOW! Enter Pho City YYC located in China Town!

After seeing that they offer gluten free options, we decided to give it a try. They have a ton of options for us gluten freebies including bánh mì and spring rolls! So of course we had to start with both! We got the spring rolls and a satay beef bánh mì. They were fresh, tasted great and satisfied our hanger. Up next was the peanut satay phở. I was prepared for it to be "just meh" but lo and behold, this soup tasted like my same favourite from all those years ago! I'm pretty sure I squealed with delight in the middle of the restaurant. The broth was rich with all of the same flavours I had missed. I'm now back to craving it fairly often and thankfully, I don't have to drive as far to get it.

If you're looking for some great Vietnamese cuisine, make sure you check our Pho City soon. You won't be disappointed!.

We recently had a little date night dinner at Ryuko Japanese Kitchen + Bar after hearing recommendations about their gre...
03/27/2024

We recently had a little date night dinner at Ryuko Japanese Kitchen + Bar after hearing recommendations about their great sushi. Located in Canyon Meadows, it was a bit of a trek for us NW kids, but it was worth the drive. They bring in fresh fish from places like Japan and despite making a long trip across the ocean, the fish is some of the freshest I’ve ever tasted. But if you choose to dine here, I suggest making a reservation – this place gets busy! Thankfully, we were fortunate enough that a table happened to open up when we got there.

We started off with some fun beverages. The mister ordered an Irish Mule, and I decided on the Yuzu Chu-Bai – complete with a citrus smoke bubble! What?! This cute little drink is also available in a mocktail option. Our server noticed me taking photos and made sure to come by and give me extra bubbles “for the gram”.

The food menu is easy for us Gluten Freebies to navigate with their helpful little symbols. A solid GF for an already gluten free option and a lighter GF for items that can be modified. We ordered a couple of rolls to start, a Spicy Salmon and a Chopped Scallop. Both were amazing, the fish was soft and almost melted in your mouth.

For our main, we ordered the seasonal 15-piece Sashimi set to share. This is the chef’s special selection which is based on what is available at that time. We were able to try sashimi we had never had or even heard of before. There wasn’t a single one we didn’t like.

Overall, a great experience. The ambiance is great and laid back, the staff a friendly and the food is obviously the highlight. Definitely worth the experience but if you choose to venture over here, make sure you bring your dollars, it’s a bit on the pricier side but worth it for some of the best sushi you’ll ever eat.

There's a new cafe in town! Very recently, opened up in my sweet little community - North Haven! The building has been ...
03/01/2024

There's a new cafe in town! Very recently, opened up in my sweet little community - North Haven! The building has been under construction for a while now and we've been anxious to see what was going to be here. We were thrilled to see it had opened while we were away in the Philippines. I stopped in today to scope them out and came away with some gluten free treats!

I ordered one of each of their cookie offerings for the day - strawberry shortcake and raspberry lemon. Both were soft and delicious and went with my London Fog perfectly. They also offer GF sausages and at times, have a GF soup of the day.

Lan, the owner, had a vision to create an inclusive cafe that fostered that wonderful feeling of community. May I just say, she rocked it! Featured around the space is art for sale from local artists. The openness of the space ensures that anyone, with any ability, has easy access, and the seating allows for a home away from home - the perfect coffee date.

If you're ever in my neck of the woods, want to support local, and want something to safisfy your palate, please make sure to stop in!

We spent a month in the Philippines, frolicking on beaches, shopping our money away and eating, eating, eating. This bea...
02/24/2024

We spent a month in the Philippines, frolicking on beaches, shopping our money away and eating, eating, eating. This beautiful country loves their fried foods, they love their noodles, they love their sauces. Let me just say, finding GF food in the Philippines is challenging! But it's not impossible. This country also loves rice and it's one of the main components to almost every meal. That paired with meats, seafood, hot soups, and the freshest fruits and vegetables, I had options. We were also fortunate enough to be staying somewhere where we could cook our own meals also so I had the the ability to cook GF safe meals. Eating safely while traveling can be tough for us gluten freebies but there are still lots of options out there. Sticking with what you know, asking lots of questions about what you don't, and possibly cooking for yourself when able, can ensure you don't go hungry. It make take a little more effort on your part but worth it after finding something delicious!

Up until the last 5 or so years, there weren't really a ton of Korean restaurants in our city. We've since exploded with...
12/21/2023

Up until the last 5 or so years, there weren't really a ton of Korean restaurants in our city. We've since exploded with so many great ones. The unfortunate part about that for us gluten freebies is most Korean sauces have the big, bad gluten in them. BUT we have options at made with love by Calgary's very own Chef !

I've tried a few of their menu offerings and I've enjoyed all of them. The menu items lack in gluten but you'd never know because they are all packed full of flavour.

Over multiple visits, I tried the Bibimbap Rice Bowl, the Japchae Bap and a cute mini version of the KFC Chicken Sandwich but in a lettuce wrap instead of a bun (the mini version was only available during an appreciation event but you're going to want the full size anyway). All were a flavour punch in the mouth, and I mean that in a good way. In each of the bowls, you get a little bit of everything which makes it that much more satisfying. And a fried chicken sandwich?! Count me in twice! While not a dedicated facility, the staff will ensure your food comes out hot, fresh and sans gluten.

location is great for a quick bite but if you're looking to class it up a bit more, head over to Chef Roy's full size restaurant in Mission.

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