My 2024 Gluten-Free Travel Year in Review
A look at where I went and what I ate this year
Although traveling with celiac disease can be tricky, it’s doable with some planning—and one of the things I love most in life is exploring the gluten-free food scene in different cities and countries.
In 2024, I visited a few cities across the US as well as a couple of other countries and was impressed by the gluten-free options. Ahead, I’m recapping what I ate in these places in case you’re looking for gluten-free-friendly destinations to travel to next year.
Note: Not every restaurant I went to was a dedicated gluten-free establishment. If you have celiac disease, I encourage you to do your research and ask questions before dining. Check out my guide to dining out for advice on how to order.
London, England
I visited London for the first time over the summer to watch the Mets vs. Phillies (alongside thousands of other fans who crossed the pond for the baseball series). London was one of the best cities I’ve been to for gluten-free dining, and I had no trouble finding delicious, celiac-safe food.
My favorite meal, hands down, was at Los Mochis, a gluten-free Japanese/Mexican fusion restaurant in charming Notting Hill. My group of three shared a variety of small plates, and I still think about the crispy rice with duck.
I also had a quick bite to eat at some more casual spots, including Honest Burger, Hobson’s Fish & Chips, and Wicked Fish. LEON was a great grab-and-go option (they have gluten-free chicken nuggets), while Libby’s had excellent gluten-free pastries.
I spent a couple of hours walking through Borough Market and sampling all of the gluten-free food, including the mango sticky rice from Khanom Krok and tacos from Tacos Padre. I also enjoyed a gluten-free afternoon tea at Sanderson London with my friend Sarah from Endless Distances.
Dublin, Ireland
After a week in London, I flew to Dublin for a few days to celebrate Bloomsday, the annual fete honoring Irish author James Joyce and his classic novel, Ulysses.
I had dinner at Millstone Restaurant, Gallagher’s Boxty House, and The Church Cafe and Bar. I also got fish and chips from Beshoff, sipped mocktails at Café en Seine, and grabbed a healthy, colorful lunch at Nutbutter.
Jackson Hole, Wyoming
I was invited on a press trip hosted by GoingDry.co (a nonalcoholic event and non-alcoholic menu curation company) and the Four Seasons Jackson Hole back in June. I went on a sunrise wildlife safari through Grand Teton National Park, spent an afternoon at the spa, and savored a mocktail-tasting happy hour. The trip coincided with my birthday weekend, and I wrote about how to have the best sober vacation ever.
While staying at the Four Seasons, I ate at Westbank Grill and Ascent Lounge. The staff at both on-property restaurants were very knowledgeable about allergens and able to accommodate me. The gluten-free cowboy cookie I had for dessert at Westbank Grill to celebrate my birthday was a standout. Plus, they even serve Giesen, my favorite non-alcoholic wine.
I also had dinner at the French-inspired The Bistro in downtown Jackson Hole, and the waiter was able to help me navigate the menu. I particularly liked the refreshing cucumber mint mocktail made with Mahala, an alcohol-free, gluten-free spirit made from botanicals in South Africa.
Salt Lake City, Utah
In September, I went to the My Gluten-Free World Expo and had so much fun! I ate so much food at the expo that I honestly didn’t have to think much about dining out. I really enjoyed the gluten-free, Detroit-style pizza from Via 313 and the gluten-free fried chicken from Chicken Boy, a local food truck. After the expo was over, I took myself to dinner at Contento Cafe, a dedicated gluten-free Mexican restaurant serving up healthy, flavorful bites.
And, I couldn’t leave Salt Lake City without trying a flavored soda. I went to Pop Drinks, which uses Torani syrups (many of which are gluten-free). I steered clear of “dirty soda” (flavored soda with cream mixed in) and opted for the Italian Job: Coke flavored with vanilla, raspberry, and fresh lime.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
I visited Philly three times this past year. It’s a short trip from New York City and there are a ton of delicious gluten-free options. During my trips, I had loaded gluten-free brunch bowl at SouthHouse, birria quesadillas at Mission Taqueria, a gluten-free corn dog and fries at Fox & Sons, and a nourishing bowl from Real Food Eatery, a gluten-free fast-casual chain.
I also made quite a few trips to Okie Dokie Donuts and visited High Fidelity Bakery for the first time to check out the tasty vegan gluten-free treats. Both bakeries are within a short walk from each other and worth the trip.
Riverhead, Long Island
Over the summer, I spent a weekend in Riverhead, Long Island. In addition to shopping and soaking in the sun by the pool, I was also eager to check out the gluten-free eats.
I had a nice dinner at Dark Horse Restaurant, noshing on Long Island duck, followed by soft serve on a gluten-free ice cream cone at Snowflake Ice Cream Shoppe for dessert. Before heading home, I stopped at Pride Enjoy in Wading River, Long Island, for gluten-free, vegan treats, including donuts and Italian rainbow cookies.
Charlotte, North Carolina
I flew to Charlotte in September for Gluten Intolerance Group’s 50th anniversary event. I learned so many new things about celiac disease and gluten-free living—and made new celiac friends that I’ve since been lucky enough to hang out with again this year!
On the second day of the event, I ordered food from a couple of local food trucks: Muchachos Tacos and Donut I Love U. (I’m still thinking about the gluten-free donuts topped with gluten-free Oreos!)
Burlington, Massachusetts
Finally, I made a quick trip to Massachusetts for the Wicked Gluten-Free Expo in October. I stayed in Burlington, Massachusetts, right near Twist Bakery Cafe, which was so good. I loved the apple cider donut muffins, lemon blueberry burst muffins, and banana bread I tried.
I met with some family for dinner ahead of the expo, and we went to Seasons 52 in Burlington. I’m always a bit wary of chain restaurants, but the waiter was knowledgeable about what I could order.
After the expo, I had dinner with my friend Alexa from Gluten-Freedom Nutrition, who was also at the event. We went to Amuleto Mexican Restaurant in Waltham, Massachusetts, which is dedicated gluten-free. I found it while searching on Find Me Gluten-Free (use my code to get a discount on your subscription), and it didn’t disappoint.
Where did you travel this year—and what gluten-free food did you get to enjoy at your destination? Drop a comment and let me know!
What a delicious year!!
It is definitely getting much easier to travel and be gluten free. We just got back from a quick trip to Puerto Morelos and did an all inclusive for the first time as was pleasantly surprised on their gluten free options.