I was diagnosed with coeliac disease when I was five years old, so being careful around food is all I’ve ever known. Reading ingredient lists, asking questions, and staying alert has always just been part of my normal. When it came time to leave home (Auckland) and move to Dunedin to study at the University […]

What a weekend it was! Coeliac New Zealand was thrilled to be part of another successful Gluten Free Food Festival in Christchurch this April. Our community gathered for two days of fantastic food, valuable learning, and connection, making it a vibrant event for anyone living gluten-free. The festival showcased approximately 50 vendors, offering an incredible […]

Easter is a time for celebration, family gatherings, and let’s be honest, plenty of chocolate. However, for those of us in the coeliac community, the "holiday of treats" can sometimes feel like a minefield of hidden gluten. Between the flour-dusted hot cross buns and the mystery fillings in chocolate eggs, staying safe requires a bit […]