Even though awareness is growing each day and there are a growing number of restaurants offering a gluten free menu, eating out can still be frustrating due to cross-contamination and other similar concerns.
If you find yourself eating at gluten free restaurants regularly, the blog I Am Gluten Free has offered some great tips for safely eating gluten free at restaurants.
1. Stick up for yourself ALL THE TIME! When you explain your needs to the waitstaff and you can just tell by his/her body language that he/she wants to run as far away from your table as possible, hold on tight. Don’t give into the urge to take a chance on whatever they serve. You have to make sure that what you eat will be gluten free. Even if it is blatantly obvious that you are causing them a major headache, persevere. Trust me, you’ll be happier when you return home.
2. I’ve found that it helps to literally take the waitstaff and/or restaurant manager aside and help them understand the seriousness of your situation. This way you can ask the questions you need to ask and have their full attention.
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