Hi there! We’re Maria and Tim, the passionate gluten free foodies behind Way to Be Gluten Free. We started this site to share our love of delicious, wholesome gluten free cooking and baking.
Maria struggled with gluten intolerance for years before finally getting diagnosed. She knows first hand how hard it can be to give up gluten when it’s in so many foods you love. The social stigma and inconvenience of special diets makes it even tougher.
But going gluten free doesn’t have to mean giving up taste or variety! Once we learned to adjust our cooking, we realized you can make virtually anything gluten free. Now we want to show you how simple, tasty and fulfilling this lifestyle can be.
Our Mission
The mission of Way to Be Gluten Free is:
- To prove that eating gluten free doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor or quality
- To empower people with gluten intolerance to take charge of their health through food
- To build a supportive community that makes living gluten free enjoyable
We aim to show that special diets are an opportunity, not a limitation. There’s a whole world of nutritious, innovative gluten free cuisine out there!
Our Story
Years ago as a busy couple, Maria and Tim didn’t give much thought to their health. They ate whatever was quick and convenient.
Over time, Maria began suffering from persistent digestive issues and fatigue. She chalked it up to stress and tried to push through.
It took years before Maria connected the dots. After many doctor visits, she was diagnosed with gluten intolerance.
Eliminating gluten made a huge difference in her health. But it presented a new challenge: how to eat happily without gluten?
Most packaged foods had wheat. Dining out was a minefield of cross-contamination. Recipes required major adjustments or substitute ingredients.
Through much trial and error, Maria and Tim found a new love of cooking from scratch and experimenting with alternative grains like quinoa, millet and teff. They realized gluten free food could be just as satisfying with a little creativity!
Now, Maria and Tim want to empower others to take the same control over their health and enjoy food again. Way to Be Gluten Free is the resource they wished they had back when they first went gluten free.
Meet The Team
Maria
As the recipe developer and food photographer behind Way to Be Gluten Free, Maria draws on her background in marketing and her never-ending appetite for tasty food!
Maria also manages marketing and social media for the site. She loves interacting with readers online and bringing more awareness to gluten free living.
Tim
In addition to handling all things technical for the site, Tim is the resident taste tester and honest critic for every recipe.
John keeps Way to Be Gluten Free running smoothly behind the scenes. He’s proud to create resources that can help others eat better every day.
Our Values
At Way to Be Gluten Free, our core values shape everything we do:
Passion
We only share recipes and recommendations we absolutely love and believe in. This is a true labor of love for us, not just a job. We want our enthusiasm to be contagious!
Positivity
We know going gluten free can be tough at times. But we believe focusing on what you can eat versus what you can’t leads to better health and happiness. We choose joy whenever possible.
Community
No one should have to feel alone in navigating dietary restrictions. That’s why cultivating a supportive, welcoming community is central to our mission. We’re in this together!
Creativity
restrictions can help unlock creativity. We play with innovative ingredients and push boundaries in the kitchen. Some experiments might fail, but that’s okay. Imagination fuels progress.
Balance
No one eats perfectly all the time, no matter what your diet. We believe in enjoying all foods in moderation through intuitive eating principles. Overall balance matters more than perfection.
What We Offer
At Way to Be Gluten Free, gluten free newbies and veterans alike will find all kinds of helpful resources. Here’s a taste of what we provide:
- Recipes: From quick weeknight meals to showstopping desserts, we’ve got you covered with hundreds of original recipes made and approved by home cooks.
- Meal plans: Take the guesswork out of breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks with our customizable weekly meal plans tailored to special diets.
- Substitution tips: Our guides show you how to swap ingredients in any recipe to make it gluten free and delicious.
- Grocery lists: Based on your meal plan, we’ll generate convenient grocery lists you can print out or download to your phone.
- Restaurant guides: Eating out gluten free couldn’t be easier with our guides to local eateries with gluten free menus and proper safety protocols.
- Lifestyle articles: Living well gluten free goes beyond food. Our blog covers everything from self-care tips to navigating travel.
- Support community: Join our online community forums to share your experiences, find answers from others like you, and offer encouragement.
Our goal is to be your go-to resource for all things gluten free life. We believe eating well and living well can go hand-in-hand.
Get In Touch
We love hearing from our audience! Here are all the ways you can connect with us and stay tuned to new recipes, articles and inspiration:
- Email: info@waytobeglutenfree.com
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/waytobeglutenfree
- Instagram: @waytobeglutenfree
- Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/waytobeGF
- Twitter: @waytobeGF
We can’t wait to see you in the Way to Be Gluten Free community! Let us know how we can best help you on your gluten free journey.
Warmly,
Maria and Tim
Founders, Way to Be Gluten Free
