I recently attended the Gluten Free Allergen Friendly Expo in Atlanta and had a wonderful time sampling a wide variety of gluten-free foods. Some items were brand new to the market while others were simply new to me. Beyond tasting great products, I enjoyed meeting the people behind these brands and hearing the stories of why they create offerings specifically for the celiac and gluten-free community.
With Celiac Disease Awareness Month wrapping up, I felt grateful for the growing range of gluten-free options and for events like the GFAF Expo that connect consumers with producers. A particularly helpful feature of the expo was that many brands provided handouts showing where to buy their products or provided grocery store request forms you can take to local stores. Even though shelf space for gluten-free items is expanding, finding specific products while shopping can still be a challenge, so these take-home resources were especially useful.
Below is a summary of some of the standout products I sampled at the show, listed alphabetically. I encourage you to look for these brands at your local stores and try what sounds appealing.
- Aleia’s makes certified gluten-free cookies, breadcrumbs, croutons, and stuffing. Their products are non-GMO project certified and designed for those who need reliable gluten-free pantry staples.
- B Free offers certified gluten-free wraps, pita, rolls, bread, and bagels. Their line is vegan and non-GMO, providing versatile bread alternatives for sandwiches and meals.
- Enjoy Life Foods produces a broad range of allergy-conscious snacks, including cookies, bars, baking mixes, ProBurst energy bites, baking chocolate, and chip-style lentil snacks called Plentils. Their products are certified gluten-free, non-GMO, and free from the top eight common allergens.
- Freedom Foods focuses on kid-friendly cereals, bars, and snack packs. Their offerings are gluten-free and made without dairy, soy, egg, nuts, sesame, artificial ingredients, or GMOs—appealing for families managing multiple dietary restrictions.
- Grab the Gold presented vegan, gluten-free energy snack bars free of dairy and preservatives—simple, portable options for active days.
- I Heart Keenwah showcased a variety of quinoa-based snacks such as quinoa puffs, clusters, hot cereal, chocolate puffs, and toasted quinoa. Their products are certified gluten-free and non-GMO project verified, highlighting quinoa’s versatility as a gluten-free grain alternative.
- Massel offers gluten-free seasonings and bouillon in both liquid and cube formats. Their selections are vegan and non-GMO, making it easier to add flavor to soups, stews, and everyday cooking without gluten concerns.
- Milton’s Craft Bakers makes gluten-free crackers, baked chips, and cookies. Their gluten-free range is certified and non-GMO project verified, providing crunchy snack and cracker choices for gluten-free diets.
- NurturMe develops snacks and pantry items for babies, toddlers, and kids, including cookies, cereals, puffed snacks, power blends, and fruit + veggie snacks. The brand’s products are gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, and soy-free, and they’re certified organic, non-GMO, and kosher—designed to meet strict childhood nutrition needs.
- Path of Life produces organic, all-natural frozen quinoa side dishes, vegetable sides, smoothies, and chocolate-covered fruit. Their items are naturally gluten-free and undergo regular testing; they are also working toward formal gluten-free certification.
- Perfectly Free makes allergy-friendly frozen treats that are certified gluten-free and free of the top eight common allergens. Their products are vegan-friendly and non-GMO—an inclusive dessert option for people with multiple food sensitivities.
If you missed the expo, this list is a helpful starting point for exploring new, trustworthy gluten-free brands. Many exhibitors emphasized accessibility—providing store locator information and grocery-request forms—so if a favorite product isn’t yet stocked locally, asking your store to carry it can make a difference. I left the show encouraged by the variety and quality of options now available to those following a gluten-free lifestyle.