Gluten-free Warrior

Welcome to Gluten-free Warrior

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Gluten-free Warrior is a consulting company based in Philadelphia. The company originated as the whole foods cookbook, Gluten-free Warrior, and now provides services such as culinary education, nutritional counseling, catering, personal cheffing and consulting to the food service industry. Genevieve Sherrow, Founder of Gluten-free Warrior, holds a Master's Degree in Integrative Nutrition from Bastyr University, one of the world's leading centers in the natural health sciences. She has been living gluten-free for 4 years and uses a whole foods approach to gluten-free cooking and focuses on foods that are naturally gluten-free, nutritionally strong and delicious! Genevieve has taught cooking classes at Whole Foods Market, La Cucina at the Reading Terminal Market, COOK and Essene Natural Foods Market. Stay tuned for forthcoming classes at Sur La Table and the Mount Airy Learning Tree in Winter 2012. Contact Gluten-free Warrior at glutenfreewarrior@gmail.com.

Culinary Education Program

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Welcome to GF Warrior's Culinary Education Program! Our classes are informative, inspiring and fun! We teach you how to prepare tasty, delicious and nutritious GF meals the whole foods way. Our food and teaching style has been described as accessible, substantial, wholesome and dynamic. We use high quality, certified organic, local whole food ingredients. Classes are suitable for individuals with celiac disease, non-celiac gluten intolerance, those adopting gluten-free diets for any health concern or those with a general interest in whole foods cooking.

All classes are approximately 2 hours in length, but can be modified based on your venue and participants' needs. We teach in a variety of venues including grocery stores, health care institutions, schools, restaurants, private homes, parties and conferences. Provide us with open minds and a kitchen space and we will provide you with superb gluten-free culinary education! Scheduling inquiries, contact glutenfreewarrior@gmail.com or 215-694-7931.

We have taught classes at the following institutions:
Whole Foods Market Stores throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region
Audrey Claire COOK
Sur La Table
Mount Airy Learning Tree
La Cucina at the Reading Terminal Market
Essene Natural Foods Market
The Friends of Dickinson Square Park
Grindcore Coffee House
South Philadelphia Food Co-op
Weaver's Way Co-op

Getting Started Series
Quick and Easy: This is a basic GF cooking class that discusses GF staple dishes that you can prepare in less than 30 minutes. Class also emphasizes planning for leftovers. We’ll prepare Habana Rice and Beans, Thai Chili Lime Chicken and Leek and Shittake Mushroom Frittata.

On a Dime: GF diets can be costly. Relying on whole foods such as bulk grains and legumes, fruits and vegetables can be your best bet when designing budget conscious, nutritious meals. We’ll make satisfying whole foods meals for under $20 including: Eat the Rainbow Veggie Chili, Chickpea Vegetable Curry and Stir-fry of Carrot, Celery, Zucchini and Mushroom with Toasted Millet Salad. Vegetarian, no eggs or dairy.

Whole Grains: GF whole grains can pack significant nutrition into your diet. Learn how to cook with nutritionally strong gluten-free whole grains such as quinoa, millet and buckwheat for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Cheesy Polenta Triangles, Confetti Quinoa with Nori, Sesame and Raw Cashews, Toasted Buckwheat with Rainbow Root Vegetables.

Brunch: Brunch is an ideal time to nourish, relax and cook! In this class we’ll make nourishing whole grain breakfast dishes that are sure to jump start your day. Nutty Millet Porridge with Seasonal Peaches, The Blue-est Corn Cakes, Hearty Buckwheat Waffles, Scallion, Walnut and Nori Scramble.

On the Go: Finding healthy gluten-free food on the go can be challenging, especially when traveling. In this fun and informative class, you’ll learn how to create tasty, nutritious and portable breakfasts and snacks: Pumpkin Spice Bars, Carrot Raisin Breakfast Muffins, Triple Nut Granola Bars and Quinoa Breakfast Cookies.

Family Breakfast
For Children Ages 7-9. We know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day and it can be the most challenging for those on a gluten-free diet. In this class you and your child will learn how to prepare tasty and delicious morning dishes such as: Banana Berry Muffins, Individual Veggie Frittatas (which children can customize to their own tastes) and Pineapple Orange Smoothies. Class is vegetarian and dairy-free. Cost of the class includes 1 child and 1 parent.

Global Cuisine Series
Indian: Go global with your GF cooking! We’ll journey to India and prepare traditional dishes such as Chana Masala, Saag Paneer, Red Lentil Dal and Aloo Gobhi. This class is vegetarian, dairy-free and egg-free.

Mexican Fusion: This class explores Mexican cooking techniques with added East Asian flair. Join the GF Warrior as she makes flavor-bursting recipes such as The Warrior’s Guacamole, Pineapple Cilantro Salsa, Enchiladas Mole, Aduki Bean and Basmati Rice Tacos or Sesame Lime Halibut Tacos, Coconut Flan.

Vegetarian Thai: Diversify your GF cooking and learn how to make easy dishes with authentic Thai techniques and flavors. We’ll make Spring Rolls, Green Curry and Traditional Pad Thai.

Baking Series
Introduction to GF Baking: GF baking is dynamic, flavorful and fun! With grain, nut and legume-based flours at your disposal, GF baked goods can be more multidimensional than wheat flour products. In this class you’ll learn how to experiment with these ingredients and substitute effectively for wheat flour in cake, sweet bread, cookie and flatbread recipes. We’ll bake delicious recipes such as Blueberry Lemon Cornbread, Jewish Apple Cake and Quick and Fabulous Flatbread.

Vegan GF Baking: Dairy and egg allergies are quite common with gluten allergies. Egg-free and dairy-free baking adds another layer of difficulty to GF baking but deliciousness can be achieved by making appropriate substitutions. In this class you will learn what foods can be substituted for eggs and dairy in scrumptious recipes like Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies, Blueberry Banana Flax Muffins and Zucchini Raisin Walnut Bread.

Holiday Cooking
Holiday Baking: There’s no need to opt out of holiday baking simply because your GF. Gluten-free holiday desserts might sound tricky to pull off, but the right substitutions and recipes make it easy. In this class you’ll make tasty and scrumptious holiday treats like Pumpkin Oatmeal Spice Cookies, Old Fashioned Gingerbread with Homemade Whipped Cream and the Warrior's Jewish Apple Cake.

Thanksgiving:In this class you’ll learn how to prepare dishes that the whole family will enjoy. Dishes in this class showcase inventive twists on Thanksgiving favorites including: Quinoa and Cranberry Stuffing, Apple, Cheddar and Cashew Stuffed Delicata Squashes with Homemade Gravy, Rainbow Roasted Root Vegetables and Pumpkin Cornbread or Pumpkin Cheesecake.

Jewish Cooking: Learn how to prepare traditional dishes you see on the table during the Jewish Holidays. Rice Noodle Kugel, Sweet Potato Latkes, and Almond Anise Cookies.

Note: Class structure, content and recipes are subject to change.

Copyright 2010-2011. Gluten-free Warrior. All Rights Reserved.

Where is GF Warrior?

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We are currently booking classes for Winter and Spring 2012. Please contact glutenfreewarrior@gmail.com or 215-694-7931 for booking inquiries.

Saturday Jan 14th, 1-3 PM. Gluten-free Baking at Audrey Claire COOK. Whether you have a gluten allergy, know someone who does, or are just plain curious, join Genevieve Sherrow (AKA the Gluten-Free Warrior) for an afternoon of delicious gluten-free desserts. With grain, nut and legume-based flours at your disposal, gluten-free baked goods can be more delicious and nutritious than wheat flour products. In this class, Genevieve will teach you how to prepare tasty and scrumptious treats like Old Fashioned Gingerbread with Homemade Whipped Cream, Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies and The Warrior's Jewish Apple Cake. This class is SOLD OUT!

Saturday Jan 28th, 12-4 PM. Gluten-free Day at Weaver's Way Co-op Chestnut Hill. Vendors and the NFCA will be tabling. GF Warrior Cooking Demo and books will be available for sale. Please attend this FREE event!

Wed Feb 1st. 7-9 PM. Gluten-free 101. Gluten-free diets are on the rise. With increasing rates of celiac disease, gluten intolerances and wheat allergies, gluten-free diets have become more the norm than the exception. In this intro class, we will discuss the nutritional and health benefits of gluten-free diets, foods to eat and avoid, dining out, traveling, budgeting, and reading food labels. The class approaches gluten-free living from a natural foods perspective and takes into consideration the healing properties of foods. This is a LECTURE class not a cooking class. $34. Class is offered through the Mount Airy Learning Tree (MALT). Sign up through MALT by clicking on the class link above.

Sat Feb 11th, 12-2 PM. Sur La Table Marlton NJ. Gluten-free On the Go: Finding healthy gluten-free food on the go can be challenging, especially when traveling. In this fun and informative class, the GF Warrior will teach you how to create tasty, nutritious and portable breakfasts and snacks including: Pumpkin Spice Bars, Carrot Raisin Breakfast Muffins, Triple Nut Granola Bars and Quinoa Breakfast Cookies. Register by clicking here.

Wed Feb 15th, 7-9 PM. Intro to GF Cooking. Whether you’re a newly diagnosed celiac, cooking for GF family members or going gluten-free for other reasons, this class will give you all of the right tools to make GF cooking delicious, dynamic and fun. Recipes will include: Thai Chili Lime Chicken Thighs; Rainbow Roasted Root Vegetables; and Nutty Quinoa Salad. Many of these recipes are also dairy and egg free. Food donated by Weavers Way Co-op. $39. Class is offered through the Mount Airy Learning Tree (MALT). Sign up through MALT by clicking on the class link above.

Mon Feb 20th, 6-7 PM. Whole Foods Market Alexandria, VA. Class topic TBD. Stay tuned!

Wed Feb 22nd, 7-830 PM. Whole Foods Market P Street, Washington DC. Class topic to be determined. Stay tuned!

Wed Feb 29th, 7-9 PM. Introduction to Baking. Gluten-free diets are on the rise. With increasing rates of celiac disease, gluten intolerances and wheat allergies, gluten-free diets have become more the norm than the exception. In this class, learn the basics of gluten-free baking. Gluten-free Warrior will introduce you to essential products and ingredients that you need to be a successful GF baker. Dairy and egg substitutions will also be discussed. Recipes will include: Blueberry Lemon Cornbread, Warrior's Jewish Apple Cake and Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies. Many of these recipes are also dairy and egg free. Food donated by Weavers Way Co-op. $39. Class offered through MALT. Sign up through MALT by clicking on the class link above.

All events are open to the public unless otherwise noted

Book Details

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Retail price: $15.00

Paperback: 80 pages

Binding: Saddle stitch

Publisher: Warrior Press

ISBN: 978-0-9826341-9-6

Dimensions: 5.5 x 4.25 inches

Wholesale orders: Wholesale discounts are offered to qualified vendors

Pricing structure:
1 book: no discount
2-5 books: 5% discount
6-9 books: 10% discount
10-14 books: 15% discount
15+ books: 25% discount

Promotional materials: We can provide digital files of the front and back covers for your website or catalog work

Ordering: We accept orders via PayPal link above or by phone 215-694-7931 or email. Please leave a message if we are away from our desk or email glutenfreewarrior@gmail.com

Gluten-free Warrior Bakehouse

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Gluten-free Warrior wholesales gluten-free, vegan fresh baked goods to cafes, restaurants and food service companies in the Philadelphia region. Our products are free of all animal products including eggs and dairy. We use high quality, certified organic, whole food ingredients. We do not use preservatives, additives, fillers or artificial ingredients, nor do we use pre-packaged baking mixes. When we use flour, it is always hand blended. You can find our treats at Grindcore House in South Philly, Cafe Ole in Olde City, and through Miss Rachel's Pantry Vegan Lunch Club. To place an order contact glutenfreewarrior@gmail.com or 215-694-7931.

WHOLESALE PRICING
MUFFINS AND SWEET BREADS
Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
$30/dozen ($2.50/piece)
Blueberry Banana Flax Muffins
$30/dozen ($2.50/piece)
Banana Chocolate Chip Bread
$30 (approx. 10 slices)
Zucchini Raisin Walnut Bread
$30 (approx. 10 slices)
Blueberry Lemon Cornbread
$25 (approx. 10 slices)
Gingery Gingerbread
$28 (approx. 10 slices)

COOKIES
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip
$12/dozen
Almond Sunflower Chocolate Chip
$16/dozen
Oatmeal Raisin Walnut
$16/dozen
Soft Molasses
$12/dozen
Ginger
$12/dozen

In the Marketplace

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Gluten-free Warrior: Gluten-free & wheat-free whole foods recipes can be purchased from the following vendors:

Garland of Letters Bookstore, South Street
The Cookbook Stall, Reading Terminal Market
Wooden Shoe Books, 7th and South
Giovanni's Room, 12th and Pine
Headhouse Books, 2nd Street off South
Bastyr University Bookstore, Kenmore, Washington
Essene Natural Foods Market
Big Green Earth Store, 10th and South
The Herbiary, Chestnut Hill
Fante's Kitchen Wares in the Italian Market, 9th and Carpenter
Audrey Claire COOK 20th and Locust Streets

Booksellers, if interested in carrying GF Warrior, please contact glutenfreewarrior@gmail.com or 215-694-7931.

GF Warrior Book Cover

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About Gluten-free Warrior, the book

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Gluten-free Warrior is a therapeutic whole foods cookbook designed for individuals with gluten and wheat allergies. Inspired by Indian, East Asian and Contemporary North American cuisines, the book includes 60 hand-crafted, field-tested and carefully researched recipes featuring warming breakfast porridges, egg scrambles, soulful soups, uniquely inspired vegetable sides, and satisfying main dishes. The book is overwhelmingly vegetarian. Among the delicious dishes you’ll find are:

Nutty Millet Porridge, Scallion, Walnut and Nori Scramble, Asian Breakfast Rice, The Blue-est Muffins, Shredded Daikon and Scallion Pancakes, Cider Glazed Roasted Roots, Cheesy Polenta Triangles, Thai Style Bouillabaisse, Millet Lentil Croquettes with Watercress Pesto, Coconut Curry Chicken with Plum Wine, Cinnamon Peach Crisp, Baked Bosc Pears a la Glace, the Warrior's Jewish Apple Cake and many more.

Also found in the book are invaluable educational resources for gluten-free living including a guide to GF grains and tips on budgeting for GF diets. Gluten-free Warrior transforms the word nourishment, and will undoubtedly unearth the warrior inside you.

Book Launch Party Photos

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About the author

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Genevieve Sherrow is a Nutritionist, Food Writer and Natural Foods Chef based in Philadelphia. In 2009, she earned a Master’s of Science in Nutrition at Bastyr University. Bastyr is a private, accredited institution in Seattle, Washington known as one of the world’s leading centers in the natural health sciences. As she was entering her graduate program, Genevieve discovered that she was gluten intolerant. Her nutrition and culinary training gave her the resources she needed to begin using a whole foods approach to gluten-free cooking. Inspiration from her nutrition studies motivated Genevieve to write Gluten-free Warrior, a therapeutic whole foods cookbook for individuals living gluten-free and wheat-free. Genevieve has written extensively about gluten-free living for the Seattle Post Intelligencer, Bastyr University, and for her own blog, Nourishing Foods.

Genevieve is originally from the Northeastern suburbs of Philadelphia. Before venturing out to the Pacific Northwest, she spent the earlier part of her career working in non-profit reproductive health and HIV service organizations in Philadelphia. When she’s not cooking or writing, you can find Genevieve in Latin dance clubs, salsa dancing.

For more information about gluten-free whole foods nutrition and cooking visit Nourishing Foods.

Photo credit Lucien Knuteson

Cooking and Nutrition Classes

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Forthcoming
Whole Foods Market P Street, Washington DC, Gluten-free Global Cuisines, Feb, 2012
Whole Foods Market Alexandria, VA, Gluten-free Day GF Whole Grains Class, Feb, 2012
Whole Foods Market Foggy Bottom, Washington DC, Gluten-free Diets and Heart Health Demonstration, Feb, 2012
Sur La Table, Marlton, NJ, Gluten-free On the Go, Feb, 2012
Mount Airy Learning Tree, Philadelphia, Gluten-free Class Series: GF 101: Intro to GF Living, Introduction to Cooking, Introduction to Baking, Feb, 2012

Completed
JNA Institute for Culinary Arts, Philadelphia, Introduction to Gluten-free Cooking, Guest Lecturer, Jan 2012
Weaver’s Way Co-op, Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, Gluten-free Day Cooking Demonstration, Jan, 2012
Audrey Claire COOK, Philadelphia, PA, Gluten-free Baking, Jan, 2012
Whole Foods Market Silver Spring, MD, Gluten-free Holiday Baking, Dec 2011
Whole Foods Market Bethesda, MD, Gluten-free Quick, Easy and Budget-friendly,
Dec 2011
Audrey Claire COOK, Gluten-free Brunch Class, Oct 2011
Weaver’s Way Co-op Chestnut Hill, Gluten-free Salads and Starters, Oct 2011
Friends of Dickinson Square Park, Fall Harvest Cooking Demo, Oct 2011
Whole Foods Market Plymouth Meeting, Introduction to Gluten-free Baking, Sept 2011
La Cucina at the Reading Terminal Market, Gluten-free Brunch Cooking Class, June 2011
La Cucina at the Reading Terminal Market, Gluten-free Budget-friendly, Quick and Easy, June 2011
Essene Natural Foods Market, Cooking with Whole Grains, Philadelphia, June 2011
Whole Foods Market Marlton, Gluten-free Whole Grain Breakfasts and Side Dishes, May 2011
Whole Foods Market Callowhill, Spring Into Gluten-free Baking, Apr 2011
Grindcore Vegan Coffee House, Philadelphia, Gluten-free Main Dishes, Feb 2011
South Philly Co-op Speakers Series, Philadelphia, Gluten-free Baking, Jan 2011
Big Blue Marble Bookstore, Mt. Airy, Gluten-free Warrior Book Launch Event, Dec 2010

Book Launch Party

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On December 12, at Big Blue Marble Books in Mt. Airy, Genevieve Sherrow will discuss her new self-published book, Gluten-free Warrior, a therapeutic whole foods cookbook for individuals with gluten, wheat and soy allergies. The book includes a beautiful collection of recipes inspired by Indian, East Asian and Contemporary American cuisines. Food from the book will be available for sampling.

Purchasing Gluten-free Warrior

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The retail price of the book is $15. Please direct all individual purchasing requests to glutenfreewarrior@gmail.com or contact GF Warrior at 215-694-7931.