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I know people were talking in one forum about a book that is small enough to fit in their purse...is updated for 2010...and could be found online. Anyone have any idea what the name of it was? A couple of my co-workers also just learned they are gluten-free so we are trying to compile all of the info we are learning! :rolleyes:

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I know people were talking in one forum about a book that is small enough to fit in their purse...is updated for 2010...and could be found online. Anyone have any idea what the name of it was? A couple of my co-workers also just learned they are gluten-free so we are trying to compile all of the info we are learning! :rolleyes:

I don't know about one small enough to fit in your purse (or actually I guess that depends on the size of the purse-lol) but try Triumph. I don't think it is legal to post the link but google "triumph Dining guide" and it should point you to the right place. They also have a grocery guide and handy cards to take to restaurants.

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Lisa
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I would recommend:

www.CeceliasMarketplace.com

www.triumphdinning.com

Both can be ordered on line or from the Gluten Free Mall on here.

They are great for the new learners and for family members who shop for us. But, not to depend on after a years time. Accuracy may be compromised, due to the rapid ingredient change among products.

cap6 Enthusiast
cap6
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Gluten Free grocery Shopping Guide by matison & Matison is a great purse sized book and I always have it with me. Like everything else though it was accurate at the time of publication so you still need to check ingredients but it is a great starting point.

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bincongo
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Gluten Free grocery Shopping Guide by matison & Matison is a great purse sized book and I always have it with me. Like everything else though it was accurate at the time of publication so you still need to check ingredients but it is a great starting point.

I agree, it was very helpful for me as a new Celiac. They do post updates with changes on their web site. So check that every once and awhile.

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