Rio Vida Gluten Free Bakery and the Gluten Free Diet
Most of our customers arrive at our bakery seeking gluten free alternatives due to celiac disease, gluten sensitivity or a combination of allergies (gluten, eggs, milk, cheese, soy and many different food ingredients).
At Rio Vida Gluten Free Bakery, we take pride in creating custom made, delicious celiac-friendly food products, using no artificial flavours. We choose the food ingredients that Mother Nature has to offer, because we believe there is no need to modify natural goodness to achieve great taste and textures.
Rio vida Gluten Free Bakery offers gluten free baking for your specific allergies like:
- Vegan
- Dairy free
- Egg free
- Soy free
- Peanuts and nuts free
- Corn free
- No sugar added
What is Vegan food?
Vegan products have been made with no animal products like eggs, dairy ( milk , cheese
whey ) meat, fish, shell fish, honey, gelatine or casein.
What is Gluten?
Gluten is a type of protein found in grain. Its function in the plant is to nourish the plant embryo as the seed sprouts. Since the time people first started baking bread, they have used the gluten in flour to improve the elasticity of dough. Gluten helps bread rise during leavening, and gives the bread elasticity so it doesn’t crumble when sliced or pulled apart.
Which Foods Contain Gluten?
Gluten can be found in ingredients such as:
- wheat
- barley
- rye
- triticale
- hydrolyzed vegetable/plant protein
- malt
- spelt
- kamut
Gluten can also appear in ready-to-purchase items, such as:
- certain drug products
- sauces
- dressings
- cold cuts
- sausages
- hot dogs
- wieners
- chips
- baked goods
About Celiac Disease
Since there is no cure for celiac disease, people who live with the condition must learn about gluten and read food labels before eating any food. If they are not sure, they must contact the company to verify that the product doesn’t contain gluten or other allergies.
Gluten Sensitive Diet
Some people who don’t have celiac disease also may have symptoms when they eat gluten. Their condition is called No Celiac Gluten Sensitivity. If you suspect you may have gluten sensitivity, always consult a dietitian or a doctor who can answer your questions. A professional will advise you how to avoid gluten while eating a healthy, balanced diet.
Rio Vida Gluten Free Bakery Options
We specialize in baking for celiac sufferers, gluten sensitivity, and many other allergies and food sensitivity. All ingredients are clearly labeled, and many items can be requested as a special order.
We know that gluten allergy and gluten sensitivity are serious conditions. Our customers put a lot of effort into researching their diets and preventing the symptoms. At RioVida, we work hard to make life a little bit easier, less stressful, and more delicious by providing delicious gluten free baked goods in Edmonton.
Frozen Ready-to-Bake
- Pie crust dough ( vegan or dairy free or egg free ) 500 grams
- Pizza dough ( vegan or dairy free or egg free ) 500 grams
- Cinnamon buns ( vegan or dairy or egg free ) 2x per package
- Cookie dough ( vegan choose from
Coconut , chocolate chips and double fudge chocolate chips (500 grams ) - Pierogi dough ( vegan )
We don’t guarantee these products to be available all the time, so be sure to pre-order!
Special Orders
Email or phone to request any of the above gluten free products. Please allow 72 hours notice to order any of our products. All allergies must be disclosed when you place your order. Contact us by phone to confirm time and day of pick-up.
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Gluten information has been presented with reference to the Canadian Celiac Association’s article About Celiac Disease. Please review their website for more information about gluten and Celiac Disease.
If you are concerned about your own gluten intolerance, please contact your doctor to confirm your diagnosis and learn what steps you should take.
Resources:
www.Celiac.ca
www.CeliacEdmonton.ca
