You Had Me At Eat

<p>For just three letters, E-A-T is a loaded word for those with dietary restrictions. It's not as simple as just putting food on your plate when your fuel is plotting against you. Join former magazine editors Erica and Jules as they talk about everything gluten-free (and more) with food restrictions, and a life led well avoiding the food that hates you.</p>

Episode 71: Gluten-Free Thanksgiving 2025

Something on your mind? Erica & Jules would love to hear from you! It's turkey time! Or, in Jules' case - tofu time??? It's time to talk about Thanksgiving. One of the most beloved holidays, and one of the most feared by people who are gluten-free. But trust us, you can easily make your holiday favorites safe for yourself and others avoiding gluten this Thanksgiving. And don't forget to purchase Jules' Thanksgiving e-book so you can make all these great recipes! RESOURCES gfJules Crash C...

11-24
46:36

Episode 70: Minisode - Two Alpha Gals LIVE at FAACT Summit

Something on your mind? Erica & Jules would love to hear from you! In this episode, Erica interviews Debbie and Candice of Two Alpha Gals. These "gals" are about the sweetest nicest smartest kindest women around. And they both happen to have Alpha-Gal Syndrome. This means they both can't have mammalian meat - like beef or pork - or animal by-products like dairy or gelatin. Heck, they can't even have red algae (not because it's a meat, but you'll have to listen to the episode to find out ...

11-17
13:02

Episode 69: Gluten-Free Expo West 2025

Something on your mind? Erica & Jules would love to hear from you! In this episode, Erica and Jules recap their favorite products and trends from the gluten-free products spotted at Natural Products Expo West 2025. Some trends include: ADAPTOGENS REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE UPCYCLING / PRE-CYCLING HOT HOT HEAT PICKLES OLD GF BRANDS ARE NEW AGAIN You'll have to listen until the very end when Jules and Erica give their favorite products that they'll be purchasing after...

04-08
59:41

Episode 68: Federal Funding is Important For Gluten-Free (and all of us) and Chatting Expo West Swag and Parties

Something on your mind? Erica & Jules would love to hear from you! WARNING: This episode contains adult language and political conversations. There are talks about the current political climate. Since food and health are inherently political, we truly believe that this podcast is a good listen. But if you're currently avoiding political talk, skip to the around the 17 minute mark. In this episode, Jules and Erica explain the current struggles with federal funding cuts to important ...

03-16
54:15

Episode 67: 2025 Raynaud's, Winter Fancy Foods Show Recap and Gluten-Free Valentine's Day

Something on your mind? Erica & Jules would love to hear from you! In this episode, Jules and Erica are determined to battle through the existential dread and hellscape to bring you the latest in gluten-free news and hot products. Erica shares her favorite finds from the Winter Fancy Food Specialty Food Association Show and Tastemakers Conference, while Jules shares foot photos from her OnlyF*ns account (just kidding) and dealing with chillblane from Raynaud's. Jules also shares her favo...

02-09
52:40

Episode 66: Dry January, Gluten-Free New Year's, and Are Resolutions a Sham?

Something on your mind? Erica & Jules would love to hear from you! In this episode, Jules is back from the dead (again) and Erica is hemorrhaging money within her vintage house. They relive the chaos that is family and the holidays, including new girlfriends, migraines, and asking the question "how much freon is too much freon to eat?" Jules and Erica discuss the pitfalls of New Year Resolutions and Dry January, especially when it comes to gluten-free mocktails. Jules will also share w...

12-31
54:35

Episode 65: Death and Grief, Celiac is a Joke?!, and Gluten-Free Thanksgiving

Something on your mind? Erica & Jules would love to hear from you! In this episode, Jules and Erica explain their absence from the podcast. With unexpected deaths in both of their families, the hosts talk about grief and grieving, and the importance of mental health during a crisis. Jules and Erica also talk about celiac disease being the brunt of jokes, from gluten-free piercings to being called a pu**y - they're sick of gluten-free being a punchline. How do you move forward when peopl...

11-17
01:01:10

Episode 64: Guest Chef Patrick Auger and Jules talk Gluten-Free Baking Tips and Tricks

Something on your mind? Erica & Jules would love to hear from you! Chef Patrick Auger - Professional Allergy Baker - joins Jules to talk about gluten-free baking tips and tricks like: Why do I need to weigh my gluten-free flour?Why is my gluten-free pancake so gummy in the middle?Why is the middle of my gluten-free bread still wet when I take it out of the oven?Can I make gluten-free bread without a bread machine?What's the difference between gluten-free AP flour and 1-to-1 flour?How do ...

09-26
57:52

Episode 63: Gluten-Free in Copenhagen, Denmark, Amsterdam, and Cologne Germany

Something on your mind? Erica & Jules would love to hear from you! In this episode, Jules recaps her gluten-free travel to Copenhagen, Denmark, Amsterdam in the Netherlands, and Cologne, Germany. Was she able to find safe gluten-free (and pescatarian!) food for her, and manage to survive traveling with her kids for days? You'll have to listen to this episode to find out! RESOURCES Gluten-Free in Copenhagen by gfJules Gluten-Free Travel Tips by gfJules Contact/Follow Jules & Eri...

09-14
46:35

Episode 62: Jules talks Gluten-Free Travel Abroad, and Lots of Ranting

Something on your mind? Erica & Jules would love to hear from you! In this episode, Jules and Erica get messy talking about gluten-free drama, and spoiler alert -- there's a bit of a rant involved on gluten in sourdough and online influencers. Jules talks about gluten-free Copenhagen and Amsterdam, and how to travel abroad without a lot of pre-planning because ... who has time for that?!? Contact/Follow Jules & Erica Find us on IG @CeliacandTheBeast & @gfJules Follow us on FB ...

08-17
48:03

Episode 61: Gluten Found in Gluten-Free Products Accusations, Does a Bakery Really Need To Make Their Own Stuff, and a 2024 Inspired Home Show Recap

Something on your mind? Erica & Jules would love to hear from you! In this episode, Jules and Erica talk about recent reports of gluten found in gluten-free food from a Mom's Across America survey. We talk about the Gluten Free Certification Organization and Gluten-Free Watchdog with this ongoing investigation. We also discuss the trials and tribulations of being an Instagram influencer, and we pose the question - "should a gluten-free bakery and restaurant make their own food?" Jules f...

07-01
01:04:51

Episode 60: Gluten-Free Recalls, Can You Eat Gluten in Europe, and Eating at Meetings and Work Conferences

Something on your mind? Erica & Jules would love to hear from you! On this episode, Jules and Erica recap the worst from this year's Celiac Disease Awareness Month, including the recalls of two gluten-free brands for finding - wait for it - gluten in their gluten-free products. Erica recaps her time at Digestive Disease Week where she couldn't eat much, and then Salt Lake City, where she ate all the sushi. Jules dives into the certified gluten-free Aussie Bites recall and Feel Good Foods...

06-07
55:53

Episode 59: Celiac Disease Awareness Month Stories

Something on your mind? Erica & Jules would love to hear from you! Jules and Erica talk all about May - Celiac Disease Awareness Month and share their own celiac disease diagnosis stories and gluten-free journeys! RESOURCES Erica’s Canyon Bakehouse Instagram reel Bread SRSLY gum-free sourdough pullman loaves Cinco de Mayo recipe recap Vegan Tres Leches Cake Recipe Mother’s Day Recipe Round-Up Mother’s Day gift guide Celiac and the Beast book on Amazon The F...

05-04
31:22

Episode 58: Expo West 2024 - Gluten Free Oats in the Natural Product Industry

Something on your mind? Erica & Jules would love to hear from you! On this episode of the You Had Me At Eat podcast, Jules and Erica begin their annual recap of the Natural Products Expo West trade show. Since it's such a huge show to cover, they talk all about oats on this episode: how does someone with celiac disease navigate all of new products made with oats, oat milk, or oat flour? Stay tuned for upcoming episodes covering other new gluten free products launched at Expo West! RESO...

04-09
51:57

Episode 57: Jules Accidentally Eats Gluten and We Prep For Gluten-Free Easter

Something on your mind? Erica & Jules would love to hear from you! On this episode, Jules is actually recording AT the airport on her way back home after bouncing around several cities and accidentally eating gluten not once, but twice, during her travels. How did this happen to someone is the gluten-free person of the decade (or century? lifespan?) - easy. Being served gluten accidentally happens to even the most diligent of those with celiac disease. Jules and Erica also chat about e...

03-27
25:47

Episode 56: DIY Gluten-Free Wedding, Cindy's Snacks vs The Savory Fig, Gluten-Free St. Patrick's Day

Something on your mind? Erica & Jules would love to hear from you! On this episode, Erica and Jules discuss having a 100% gluten-free wedding or bridal shower - yes, it's possible! They're also recapping the latest gossip in the gluten-free world including the recent Dunkin' Donuts-passed-as-GF-vegan-Donuts drama with Cindy's Snacks and The Savory Fig. They'll also discuss the recall of gluten-free Stonewall Kitchen donut mix, and the inherent dangers of a company making a gluten-free an...

03-11
47:43

Episode 55: Barium Swallow Testing for EOE, Bon Appetit Goes Gluten Free? and Xolair

Something on your mind? Erica & Jules would love to hear from you! In this episode, Jules and Erica dream of a day when health professionals are more compassionate during difficult GI tests (like barium studies for EOE and GERD). The girls attempt to unpack BCI investments trying to find a celiac disease cure, and highlight the FDA's new Xolair drug approval for food allergies. Oh, and they're still looking for a way to contact Bon Appetit. Tsk tsk. RESOURCES Learn all about gluten-fr...

02-23
48:22

Episode 54: Gluten-Free Mardi Gras Recipes and 2024 Fancy Food Show Recap

Something on your mind? Erica & Jules would love to hear from you! In this episode of the best gluten-free podcast in the country (!), Erica recaps her favorite gluten-free products from Fancy Food Show 2024. Jules waxes poetic about Mardi Gras traditions including Shrove Tuesday / Fat Tuesday, and delves into International Pancake Day history. Jules also shares recipes for gluten-free King Cake, gluten-free beignets, and gluten-free etoufee! Happy Mardi Gras! RESOURCES Magic Mike LIVE ...

02-09
49:36

Episode 53: Gluten-Free Valentine's Day Recipes, Misbranded Spices, Celiac Research

Something on your mind? Erica & Jules would love to hear from you! In this episode, Jules and Erica talk about Valentine's Day, including gluten-free Valentine's Day finds at Target and gluten-free Valentine's Day recipes. They also talk about facial misbranding of spices and a new FDA recall, plus the most recent findings from the CDGEMM study on celiac disease from Mass General. RESOURCES Gluten-Free Valentine's Day Candy List Gluten-Free Valentine's Day Recipe Round-up Yum Earth Val...

01-26
53:41

Episode 52: Meet Josh of The Guided Buyer and 2024 Gluten-Free Buyers Guide

Something on your mind? Erica & Jules would love to hear from you! In this episode of You Had Me At Eat, Jules and Erica talk with Josh Schieffer of The Guided Buyer, and creator and producer of the annual Gluten-Free Buyer's Guide, along with the Dairy Free Buyer's Guide, Low Carb Buyer's Guide and Plant Based Buyer's Guide. Jules and Erica get to the bottom of what it takes to put together a series of publications like these guides, who they're for, and how a brand can get to the top o...

01-10
34:08

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