Ingredients
1 can sweetened coconut condensed milk
2 cups shredded coconut
1 tbsp flaxmeal
1 tbsp chia
Handful of chocolate chips
Method
Combine all ingredients in a single bowl.
Shape into cookies.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
Ingredients
1 cup almond flour
1/3 cup tapioca
1 scoop vanilla protein
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup olive oil
Handful of chocolate chips
Method
Combine the ingredients, shape into cookies and bake for 20 minutes.
Ingredients
1/4 cup tahini
1/4 cup coconut oil
1/3 cup cocoa
1 tsp baking powder
2 tbsp almond milk
Method
Mix all ingredients. Microwave in a ramekin for 1 minute.
One of my favorite cuisines with so many gluten-free options to enjoy!
What you can safely enjoy:
Corn-based tacos, tortillas, arepas – be sure to ask if you are eating out as wheat-based tortillas are commonly used in restaurants.
Yucas and tapioca – served as chips or as pancakes.
Citrusy ceviches.
What to avoid: Wheat-based tortillas or chips, soy-based ceviches.
Some of my favorite spots in Dubai: Hotel Cartagena, Tortuga, Mama Zonia.
Below is a list of some restaurants which have some pretty good gluten-free options.
Cuisine: International/ “Australian brunch” style
What I like about it: Healthy wholesome dishes, generous servings, “GF” clearly marked on the menu, well seasoned meals.
My favorites: Breakfast bowl, lentil tacos
Cuisine: International
What I like about it: Menu includes meals from different cuisines (Japanese, Mexican etc.), “GF”clearly marked on the menu
My favorites: Mushroom tacos, matcha cheesecake, chocolate avocado mousse
Cuisine: Pizza, virtual kitchen
What I like about it: Comfort food (classic pizzas for when you are craving comfort food), customizable, vegan options.
My favorite: Truffle pizza with vegan pepperoni, basil pizza (both customized)
Cuisine: Manakeesh
What I like about it: Gluten-free options, classical taste and texture
My favorites: Classic cheese manakeesh
Cuisine: Healthy light meals
What I like about it: Combo lunch deal including a bowl+GF bread+hot beverage
My favorites: Tofu lunch bowl with GF oat bread
Here’s another list of 100% gluten-free restaurants in Dubai where you don’t have to worry nor ask tons of questions if you suffer from celiace disease!
Cuisine: 100% plantbased
What I like about it: You can find classic comfort food with a healthy twist – made with wholesome ingredients.
My favorites: Cheese sandwich, pizza, white beans falafel salad
Cuisine: 100% plantbased
What I like about it: Broad variety of housemade nut milks (and milkshakes/ coffee-based beverages), light desserts
My favorites: Chocolate brownies (served with vanilla coconut ice cream)
Cuisine: International
What I like about it: Options for various dietary preferences (vegan, paleo…)
My favorites: Chocolate lava cake
Cuisine: 100% plantbased
What I like about it: Small dishes to takeaway
My favorites: Noodles salad
Cuisine: Japanese fusion
Review coming soon.
As a celiac, I feel quite lucky to be living in Dubai considering the high number of gluten-free dining options. Here’s part 1 of my list of 100% gluten-free restaurants; it feels so good not to have to ask 1,000 questions when ordering – as it is the case in restaurants which do not mark allergens on their menus!
Cuisine: International (extensive menu covering different cuisines – including a plantbased menu)
What I like about it: It opens at 8am and serves a broad range of breakfast options! Creative, wholesome dishes, options for all dietary/ culinary preferences. Alcohol is served too.
My favorites: Lentil tacos (Spec Taco Lar), plantbased pizza (Aegean pizza), tofu breakfast sandwich (Vurger), toffee pudding
Cuisine: 100% plantbased organic menu
What I like about it: Outdoor garden where you can sit on the grass, wholesome dishes with a creative Latin American touch, “superfoods” added to all dishes.
My favorites: Arepas and chickpea “omelette”, matcha cheesecake and snickers pie
Cuisine: Mixed/ International (many Lebanese options)
What I like about it: Broad variety of breads, wraps, sandwiches, croissants which is not easy to find elsewhere. Keto options of wraps. Healthy touch (no refined sugar)
My favorites: Manakeesh, plantbased burger, eclairs
Health & Yum by Tatiana 