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AIP Paleo Fruit Cookies (Vegan, Dairy & Gluten Free)

Recipes May 8, 2019 1 Comments

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The recipe for these AIP Paleo fruit cookies was born to fight a craving. And a pretty hard one to resist. Every time I am back in Italy, I am tempted to head to this store where they carry all gluten free products and buy myself a big bag of their delicious fruit cookies! I mean, technically they are fine for…

5 Tricks to Cook AIP Italian Food in an Authentic Way

Guides May 1, 2019 2 Comments

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Cooking paleo AIP Italian food could be quite challenging given all the restrictions on gluten, grains, dairy or (especially for those on the Autoimmune Protocol), nightshades! And for somebody like yours truly, being born and raised in Italy in a family of extremely talented cooks, removing tomatoes and mozzarella from my diet was incredibly hard! I mean, I grew up…

AIP Paleo Coconut Shrimp (Gluten FREE & Whole 30)

Recipes April 26, 2019 8 Comments

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Ever since I visited Hawaii, I fell in love with the amazing dishes you can find there and it was about time that I came up with my own version for AIP Paleo coconut shrimp. In Hawaii, coconut shrimp can be found in many of the food trucks that gather in fun outdoor markets. But - as you can imagine…

Healthy Asparagus Omelette (Paleo, Dairy & Gluten Free)

Recipes April 18, 2019 0 Comments

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What better recipe could I come up with for April (asparagus month), if not a delicious and healthy asparagus omelette inspired by a classic yet simple Italian dish? Here in Italy, spring is not really spring if you don't consume a generous amount of eggs with asparagus while they are in season (or "Frittata con gli Asparagi" as we call…

Paleo Sweet Potato Egg Nests (GF, DF)

Recipes April 12, 2019 2 Comments

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If you are looking for fun (and Instagrammable) recipes to set up a photo-worthy healthy brunch, these paleo sweet potato egg nests are for you! Like all other recipes on this site, they are free from gluten and dairy, and suitable for those on grain free and Whole 30 diets as well! Sweet potatoes are a great source of fiber, vitamin A…

How To Avoid Food Poisoning While Traveling (with GF & AIP Tips)

Guides Travel April 2, 2019 0 Comments

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In the last few years, my husband and I gained quite some experience on food-borne illness related issues (no, it wasn’t fun) and my recent trips to India and and Cambodia inspired me to put together a guide on how to avoid food poisoning while traveling. Alec and I lived in Macau, China for about three years and traveled a…

Where To Eat Dairy & Gluten Free in London

Travel March 15, 2019 0 Comments

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Eating dairy and gluten free in London is quite easy, as the city really implemented a lot a of measures to make eating out on a gluten free diet as convenient as possible. I'll tell you all about them at the beginning of this post, but now, like I dis in my other gluten free city guides, I want to share…

Easy Paleo Chocolate Covered Strawberries (GF & DF)

Recipes March 4, 2019 2 Comments

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Sometimes you don't feel like baking (or you simply don't have time for it), and having easy recipes on hand - just like these paleo chocolate covered strawberries - is crucial to quickly throw together a healthy, sugar free dessert without snacking on processed sweets. What I love about this recipe is that is's ready in a few minutes, naturally…

Gluten & Dairy Free Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Recipes February 15, 2019 0 Comments

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What sounds more mouthwatering than a dairy free grilled cheese sandwich with a golden, crispy crust and melty, stretchy heart, especially when you know that this is one healthy treat free from gluten and suitable for those who are on a vegan diet or who have a dairy allergy? This easy recipe makes for a perfect lunch or snack for kids…

20 Paleo AIP Compliant Drinks To Spice Up Your Life!

Guides January 25, 2019 6 Comments

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While it’s pretty easy to get by eating out on the Autoimmune Protocol, most people struggle finding AIP approved drinks that can make them feel “normal” when it comes to hanging out at coffee shops or bars and chatting over a glass of “something”. Like Dr. Sarah Ballantyne explained, “alcohol can damage the lining of the gut” as it can…

Soy & Dairy Free Cream Cheese Frosting

Recipes December 15, 2018 2 Comments

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Can you think of anything better to top cakes, muffins and cupcakes than a chocolate-rich, soy and dairy free cream cheese frosting. Whether you need to stay away from dairy or you are simply looking for a twist on traditional buttercream frosting, this thick and delicious vegan cream cheese frosting is way healthier than the regular one and it's also free…

Egg Free Paleo Eggnog (AIP, Dairy Free)

Recipes December 7, 2018 0 Comments

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I know eggnog is a typical Christmas drink, but the story of this particular egg free paleo eggnog actually comes from a tropical island where Christmas is not even a thing! As a matter of fact, this deliciously creamy drink was born in Koh Samui, Thailand, while I was on the elimination phase of the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) and did…

Healthy Christmas Morning Breakfast (Gluten Free, *Paleo)

Recipes December 2, 2018 2 Comments

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Christmas morning is a special one. But when everybody is excited to see what Santa left in the stockings, it’s easy to get caught up in the frenzy of the moment and just nibble on candy canes all morning. Having a healthy Christmas Morning breakfast, that also looks appealing and extremely festive, is the key to avoid snacking on candies…

Where to Eat Dairy & Gluten Free in Miami

Travel November 29, 2018 0 Comments

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In the last few years I got spend a few months in Florida, and it's about time I put together a guide about my favorite place to eat dairy and gluten free in Miami! Just like I did for all of my other gluten free city guides, I pinned all of the place I recommend on the map below, so that you…

‘Casabe’ – Crispy Cassava Bread (GF, Paleo, AIP)

Recipes November 24, 2018 2 Comments

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When I lived in Florida, I used to go to this amazing Latin American supermarket where they sold the most amazing crispy cassava bread called ‘Casabe’, which was made with only one ingredient, cassava, making it perfect for those on gluten free, paleo and AIP (Autoimmune Protocol) diets. As you can imagine from its 1-ingredient ingredient list, Cassava bread is…

How To Build The Best Dairy Free Cheese Platter (Italian Style)

Recipes November 17, 2018 4 Comments

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You know we Italians LOOOOVE our cheese. We grow up on a mozzarella and Parmigiano diet, and a cocktail party without cheese seems inconceivable to us. By following these 6 steps, you can set up the best dairy free cheese platter ever, that’s healthy, absolutely delicious and, of course, Italian approved ;) This tutorial is especially fitting now that the Holidays…

Healthy Holiday Party Finger Food (Dairy & Gluten Free)

Recipes November 10, 2018 0 Comments

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With our busy lives, is crucial to have quick recipes at hand to prepare healthy holiday party finger food that’s easy to make, but stylish and classy at the same time. And now that Thanksgiving and Christmas are at the door, I want to share with you the most delicious easy recipe to add a touch of sophistication to a warm and…

Stuffed Grape Leaves (Dolmades) from the Chef at Perivolas, Santorini (Dairy & Gluten Free)

Recipes November 4, 2018 0 Comments

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As strange as it sounds, I have never really loved Dolmades, those cute looking stuffed grape leaves that you find in most Middle Eastern restaurants… I remember having them a couple times, once in Hong Kong and once in Laguna Beach, but they weren’t really my thing. They were served cold and tasted quite bland. Definitely not what I dreamed…

Paleo Halloween Pumpkin Cake (Gluten & Dairy Free)

Recipes October 29, 2018 5 Comments

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The way I like to prepare for Halloween does not involve choosing costumes and make up… but rather deciding what to bake!! And this Paleo Halloween Cake was definitely one of the best decisions I have ever made!! I have always loved anything with pumpkin and one of my favorite cakes growing up was “Torta di Zucca” a pumpkin cake…

Greek Fava Dip from the Chef at Athina Suites, Santorini (Gluten & Dairy Free)

Recipes Travel October 28, 2018 2 Comments

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“How about we prepare a traditional Greek Fava dip?”. I goggle and frown when I learn this is the plan Chef Eugenios Magoulas has in mind for my article on gluten free Greek food. “A dip?”, I think. “Did I really fly all the way to Santorini for a dip? And moreover, a dip I have never even heard of?”…

Healthy Paleo Mars Bars (Gluten & Dairy Free)

Recipes October 20, 2018 4 Comments

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As a kid, I used to be a sucker for candy bars, with Mars and Snickers being at the top of my junk food wish list. Hence, I thought to create a recipe for healthy paleo Mars bars to honor that old-time passion :) But how do you even start putting together a homemade healthy Mars bar without getting your…

Chickpea Avocado Toast with Turmeric (Dairy & Gluten Free)

Recipes October 8, 2018 0 Comments

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I posted this chickpea avocado toast on my Instagram a while ago and you guys went crazy! My inbox was literally flooded with messages asking for the recipe, and I am happy to share it with you because, while the procedure might seem pretty intuitive by looking at the photo, there’s a couple tricks you need to follow to make…

Carrot Cake Smoothie Bowl (Gluten Free, Paleo, *AIP)

Recipes October 1, 2018 0 Comments

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As you guys know, I love dessert and carrot cake is definitely one of my favorites (except for the frosting, which I hate). So… to make a healthy version of the original, I came up with this carrot cake smoothie bowl, a great way to add veggies into your breakfast (or even lunch if, like me, you like to prepare…

Zoodles with Mushrooms & Sweet Potato Flowers (GF, Paleo, AIP)

Recipes September 24, 2018 0 Comments

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I have always loved seasoning zucchini noodles aka zoodles with mushrooms, as they give this dish a meaty and delicious flavor while keeping it light... but, ever since I created this recipe for my friends at "Coconut Bowls", this new version quickly became my favorite! In fact, the first appearance of these noodles with mushrooms and sweet potato flowers was…

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