I recently attended the Gluten Free Allergen Friendly Expo in Atlanta and had a wonderful time sampling a wide variety of gluten-free products. The expo showcased both new brands and familiar names, and I learned a lot from the people behind these companies. Many shared the stories of why they created products for the celiac and gluten-free community, which made the event feel personal and inspiring.
As Celiac Disease Awareness Month wraps up, I’m grateful for the growing number of safe, tasty options available to those who follow a gluten-free diet. The GFAF Expo does a great job connecting consumers directly with manufacturers. One practical feature I appreciated was that many vendors provided handouts listing retail locations or included grocery store request forms you can bring to local stores. With so many gluten-free items on the market, those tools make it much easier to find and request your favorite products at grocery stores.
Below is a curated list of some of the standout products I sampled at the expo, presented alphabetically. I encourage you to look for these items at your local stores and give them a try.
- Aleia’s — Aleia’s offers gluten-free cookies, breadcrumbs, croutons, and stuffing. Their products are certified gluten-free and non-GMO Project verified.
- B Free — B Free produces gluten-free wraps, pitas, rolls, bread, and bagels. Their lineup is certified gluten-free, vegan, and non-GMO.
- Enjoy Life Foods — Enjoy Life makes cookies, bars, baking mixes, ProBurst energy bites, baking chocolate, and plentils chips. All products are certified gluten-free, non-GMO, and free from the top eight allergens.
- Freedom Foods — Freedom Foods offers cereals, bars, and snack packs designed for kids. Their products are gluten-free and free from dairy, soy, egg, nuts, sesame, artificial ingredients, and GMOs.
- Grab the Gold — Grab the Gold produces a gluten-free energy snack bar that is vegan and free of dairy and preservatives.
- I Heart Keenwah — I Heart Keenwah makes quinoa puffs, clusters, hot cereal, chocolate puffs, and toasted quinoa. Their products are certified gluten-free and non-GMO Project verified.
- Massel — Massel offers gluten-free seasonings and bouillon in liquid and cube forms. Their products are gluten-free, vegan, and non-GMO.
- Milton’s Craft Bakers — Milton’s produces gluten-free crackers, baked chips, and cookies. Their gluten-free items are certified and non-GMO Project verified.
- NurturMe — NurturMe creates cookies, cereals, puffed snacks, power blends, and fruit-and-veggie snacks for babies, toddlers, and kids. Their products are gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free, non-GMO, certified organic, and kosher.
- Path of Life — Path of Life offers organic, all-natural frozen quinoa side dishes, vegetable sides, smoothies, and dark chocolate–covered fruit. Their products are naturally gluten-free and regularly tested; they are currently pursuing formal gluten-free certification.
- Perfectly Free — Perfectly Free makes allergy-friendly frozen treats. Their products are certified gluten-free, free of the top eight allergens, vegan-friendly, and non-GMO.
The expo highlighted how diverse and innovative the gluten-free market has become, from pantry staples and snacks to frozen meals and desserts. If you’re exploring new gluten-free options, this list is a helpful starting point. Keep an eye out for these brands in your local stores, and consider asking retailers to carry items you don’t yet see on the shelves—many companies provide request forms to make that process easier for shoppers.