What: Great American Beer Festival

When: Thursday October 11 through Saturday October 13, 2012 5:30pm-10:00pm

Where:  Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th Street, Denver, CO 80202

Website: http://www.greatamericanbeerfestival.com/

We are heading back to one of our favorite events, the Great American Beer Festival in our backyard, Denver, Colorado! We are vying to win a medal in the gluten-free category!

What: Pre-Game Party: Gluten Free and Celiac Awareness Night with the Chicago White Sox

When: Saturday, September 29th 5pm-8pm

Where:  Bacardi at the Park – 320 W. 35th Street Chicago, IL 60616 – Baseball Game: 3:10 pm

Cost: FREE

Website: http://www.glutenfreecalendar.com/?ai1ec_event=free-pre-game-party-chicago-white-sox-gluten-free-and-celiac-awareness-night-2&instance_id=10296

We’re loving the MLB Celiac Awareness Nights that we’re going to keep it going, this time with the Chicago White Sox. This is a super unique and very fun gluten-free event which will include FREE gluten-free treats from local and national gluten-free vendors.  Not only will these vendors be providing product samples and offering their products for sale, but there will be music, and the chance to meet Dr. Stephen Guandalini! Oh, and best of all, your friends at New Planet will be there with samples of all three of our tasty beers!

What: Appetite for Awareness-A Gluten-Free Cooking Spree

When: Sunday, September 23, 2012 1-5pm

Where:  The Historic Strawbridge Building- 8th and Market Streets-Philadelphia, PA

Cost: See NFCA website for pricing.

Website: http://www.celiaccentral.org/a4a/

We are proud to support the NFCA (National Foundation for Celiac Awareness) and their annual Appetite for Awareness Event this weekend in Philadelphia! There will be numerous gluten-free restaurants from the Philadelphia area. Come out and sample our beer and grab some tasty snacks from 20+ gluten-free friendly restaurants.

What: Heartland of America’s Gluten/Allergen Free Expo

When: Saturday, September 23rd 11am-4pm

Where:  DC Center – 11830 Stonegate Dr. Omaha, NE 68164

Cost: $10 for Adults, Kids under 12 are free!

Website: http://omahaglutenfreeexpo.blogspot.com/

Come socialize, discover, enjoy and experience a gluten/allergen free event you don’t want to miss!

What: Gluten Free Foodie Tour with Rock a Healthy Lifestyle

When: Saturday, September 15th 11am-12:30pm

Where:  Bombay Spice Paradise Valley, AZ

Cost: FREE

Website: http://rockahealthylifestyle.com/gluten-free/its-time-to-head-back-to-bombayspice-gffoodietour/

Do you have concerns about eating out with your food allergies? Are you interested in learning tips on how ask the right questions to prevent cross-contamination and make your dining experience safe? If so, then the next gluten-free foodie tour at Bombay Spice Paradise Valley is for you. The all you can eat and drink brunch is on Saturday, September 15th from 11:00 a.m. till 12:30 p.m. If you’re interested in attending please register HERE

It’s official: The New York Giants vs. Dallas Cowboys game marked the beginning of the 2012 NFL season. And nothing goes better with Sunday football than an ice cold New Planet Beer and some yummy gluten-free snacks! Put an easy gluten-free spin on classic game day snacks by following the recipes below.

Gluten-Free Spinach & Artichoke Dip

Ingredients:

  • 5 oz frozen spinach, thawed, drained & chopped
  • One 14-oz can gluten-free artichoke hearts (in water), drained & chopped
  • 2 cups shredded gluten-free mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 3 roasted garlic cloves
  • 1/2 cup gluten-free sour cream
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated & divided
  • 16 ounces gluten-free cream cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Gluten-free tortilla chips

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. In a large bowl, combine artichoke hearts, spinach, 1-1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, sour cream, cream cheese, garlic and pepper. Stir until thoroughly blended, then spoon mixture into a 1 1/2 quart baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese, then bake for 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top.

Gluten-Free Chicken Wings

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs. chicken wings, cut at the joint, tips discarded
  • ¼ cup brown sugar, packed
  • ¼ cup cider vinegar
  • 1½ tablespoons gluten-free Worcestershire sauce
  • ⅔ cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon hot chili sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Directions:

Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Wash wing pieces, pat dry, and arrange in a single layer on baking sheet.

Combine remaining ingredients in a bowl. Remove ½ cup sauce and refrigerate to serve with wings. Brush wing pieces with some of remaining sauce before putting them in the oven to bake for 20 to 30 minutes. Baste them several times with remaining sauce.

Set wings under broiler for 3 to 4 minutes until crisp and brown. Serve warm with reserved sauce.

Recipes adapted from Glutenfreeda and Living Without.