THE TFC BLOG

These caramel swirl gluten-free brownies are such an indulgent, delicious Valentine’s Day treat. And, a bonus they boast a surprisingly gooey center that will melt your heart! The secret to achieving a gooey center for any brownie recipe you follow is to watch your oven carefully and underbake your brownies slightly. There is really nothing […]

Nothing beats the combination of creamy cheesecake filling and delicious cinnamon spiced apples! These Dairy Free Apple Crumble Cheesecake Bars are a classic twist on an apple pie cheesecake with an allergy friendly spin using gluten-free flour for the crust and a dairy free filling! The center features a smooth cream cheese filling with a […]

Ever get hit with a craving for fried chicken and French fries? Next time, make this better-for-you and satisfying dish instead. With only five ingredients and about five minutes of prep time, this potato-chip crusted chicken will become your new favorite gluten-free splurge meal! The chips offer a nice savory crunch that replaces the fried […]

Back in my New York City college days my friends and I used to walk 20 blocks to line up for the most amazing giant carrot muffins. They were way too good and way too bad for you all at the same time. I’ve since given up anything with copious amounts of sugar and any […]

Can you keep a secret? One of my favorite ways to get my kids to eat vegetables is to be SNEAKY. Creativity is key when it comes to serving up the nutritious stuff. I’ve mastered the art of sneaky with zucchini noodles (AKA zoodles)— especially since you can just tell them it’s green noodles! Plus […]

Quinoa is a staple for eating flexibility! Its chameleon-like quality lends it to get along with so many different flavors. It is both rich in protein and fiber and one of the easiest sides to make. This salad keeps really well in the fridge for a few days and makes a great make-ahead side for […]

One look at this double chocolate cake and you just want to eat it, right? Well, you kinda can because this chocolate cake tastes as devilishly naughty as it looks, but has none of the bad stuff! Brought to you by Naturally Sassy‘s kitchen, this one’s a winner. It’s vegetarian, totally gluten-free, and only contains […]

Life’s little pleasures lie in the simplest of things, like chocolate. These raw chocolate macaroons are a great kids party food, after school snack, or a sneaky treat when you’re craving something sweet. I am even filing these goodies for my Passover menu plans! Karin, mom and nutritionist, uses coconut sugar which ranks lower on the […]

I’m not sure if my love of Chôm Chôm started with love at first sight or love at first bite. Perched atop a quaint SoHo street in Hong Kong, this little gem is always buzzing. The food (and drinks) are outstanding and there are several gluten and grain-free dishes on their menu. Chôm Chôm’s Cha Ca Hanoi is inspired […]