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Cheeseburger In Paradise (C.I.P)

Gluten Free Drink Blog

Most of us on the gluten- free diet know that regular beer is not gluten free. More and more beer companies are coming up with gluten-free beer options. Angry Orchard makes a gluten-free ale that you can now get on tap at Cheeseburger In Paradise. If beer is your choice they also offer Redbridge gluten-free beer.

Science tells us that many grain alcohols are gluten free because most alcohols like Vodkas, gins and whiskeys that may be grain based are distilled. During the distillation process the gluten molecule is too large to pass through, which makes it safe for those of us that are gluten intolerant. To read more about gluten free alcohols, here’s a link to Triumph Dining: http://www.triumphdining.com/blog/gluten-free-alcohol/

We understand that there are those out there on the gluten-free diet that are sensitive to grain based alcohols. We sympathize with you and this blog is in no way intended to encourage you to indulge in something that makes you ill.

At C.I.P we sampled some drinks that were gluten free.  We sourced the manufacturer alcoholic beverage companies to make sure that the ingredients contained in each of the alcoholic drinks we tried were gluten free. Please understand that ingredients are subject to change at any time. All the info you see below was updated to May, 2013.  Our last  C.I.P food blog, the Sweet Fire Chicken Sandwich is not listed on the gluten free menu as the sauce is no longer gluten free.  Dining Blog: http://glutenfreelivingnow.blogspot.com/2013/02/gluten-free-dining-in-paradise.html

C.I.P is glad to be able to accommodate our gluten-free community….they will be having

Gluten Free Mondays at here in Indy, where the gluten-free menu items will be 10 % off for you and your non gluten-free guests at your table! 

Drink Specials Monday through Thursday!

 $3 Classic Rita Frozen and On Rocks       $3 Sangrias       $4 Tropical Island Teas

*All glassware is washed and sanitized. They do rinse out containers used to mix drinks with club soda. Mixed drinks that contain regular beer are used in separate mixing containers. Anything used in a shaker tin is generally gluten free. Make sure you check with management and the bartender to validate how drinks are prepared.

 
Here are the main ingredients used in the drinks we tried;

Bacardi Torched Cherry Rum: Taste of Barbados Cherries with a light infusion of torched plant Aloe.

Blue Curacao:   C.I.P uses Le Roux brand. Blue Curacao is a sweet blue gluten-free liqueur, distilled and flavored from the dried peel of bitter oranges. It can also contain distillates of lemons, curacao fruit, sugar and wine.

Coruba Rum:

 May, 2013 - We contacted Southern Wine and Spirits here in Indy, their rep told us that Coruba Rum is gluten free.

Cruzan Rum Products: Cruzan rum is gluten free, please click on the link to read more about their products. 

Margaritaville Tequila: is the brand of tequila used in their margaritas.  This tequila goes down smooth without any burn and a great taste. For more information, click on the link.

We contacted Margaritaville and received their response in April, 2013.  
They stated, "Dr Pepper Snapple Group products are free of gluten containing materials, with the exception of Mr. & Mrs. T's Horseradish Bloody Mary Mix.   For ingredient and other information about this product, please visit www.dpsgproductfacts.com. This website lets you search for information on all of our products, and even compare nutritional information of different brands and flavors."

Midori: is a bright, green colored melon liqueur and this product is gluten free.

Monin: Flavored syrup that  C.I.P currently uses and this product is gluten free.  You may also visit: http://www.moninstore.com/FAQ.html.

Pina Colada: Contains coconut cream, pineapple juice, Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum, plus fruit juices and nectars.  These ingredients are gluten free.

Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum: Their rum is gluten free. 

Sangria: Real Sangria is the brand used in drinks using frozen sangria. Simply Naked Chardonnay is used in the Blackberry sangria.

Skyy Vodka: This is gluten free. We did receive a message from their rep to indicate that this product is gluten free when we checked in May, 2013.  
Strawberry Daiquiri:  Sailor Jerry Rum, lime juice, flavored syrup, strawberries and water. 

Sweet and Sour: C.I.P uses Finest Call brand. Sweet and Sour is a mix made of lemon or lime and syrup. 

Triple Sec:  C.I.P uses Margaritaville Triple Sec or Cointreau. Triple sec is a strong, clear orange-flavored liqueur.  It is sweet, but not cloying. This product is gluten free.

X-rated Fusion Liqueur: Fusion of French Vodka and Sicilian blood orange, mingling with mango and passion fruit.  This product is gluten free and more information may be obtained by clicking on the link. 

First up on the gluten-free drink list is:

Angry Orchard Ale on tap:

Light, crisp and slightly sweet, we all enjoyed a sample of this fruity ale. 

Redbridge Gluten-Free Beer: This gluten-free beer is offered by the bottle at C.I.P.

Blackberry Sangria: This drink was one of our fave’s. It was light and fruity and did not have a strong alcoholic taste. Made with Simply Naked Chardonnay, fresh squeezed lemon juice and blackberry then topped with Fresca.

 

C.I.P Cocktail: Made with layers of Frozen Sangria, Margaritaville Tequila Margarita, Strawberry Daiquiri, Coruba Coconut Rum Pina Colada topped with a float of blue curacao.  This drink is refreshing, sweet and tart, and one of our faves! 

Classic Margarita: Made with Margaritaville Gold Tequila and triple sec with a blend of fresh citrus juices, can be made frozen or on the rocks.  If you are looking for a strong margarita without being overpowering, you will love this drink!

Electric Lizard: Coruba Coconut Rum and Midori Melon liqueur mixed with lime juice, sweet and sour and Sprite.  For those who like a stronger drink, this would be your choice. 

Euphoria:  Frozen sangria, Margarita and Strawberry Daiquiri layers garnished with Lizard lips.  We liked this Margarita.... very tropical!

Lady of the Sea: Layers of Frozen Sangria, Pina Colada and Strawberry Daiquiri garnished with Penelope Parrot. If you prefer the taste of a sweeter drink with a smoothie vibe this is your drink. 

Pictured together below:  Pomegranate Mojito: Not listed C.I.P’s drink menu. You can still request this drink.  It is a light, refreshing with a hint of fruit drink that tastes great.  

South Beach Mojito: Cruzan Mango Rum and X-rated Fusion Liqueur shaken with orange juice, limes and mint leaves topped with club soda.  We loved this drink for it's light and citrusy taste.

World Famous Pina Colada:  C.I.P’s signature Pina Colada recipe topped with Cruzan Aged Dark Rum. If you like Pina Colada's this is an excellent choice!

Strawberry Daiquiri: Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum blended with fresh strawberries and natural lime juice garnished with Berry Beth.  The rich strawberry taste made us fall in love with this fruity drink!

Torched Cherry Pina Colada: Layers of frozen strawberry and Pina Colada topped with a Bacardi Torched Cherry Rum float.  This is a drink we would order again.  It was tart and sweet with a tropical twist!

Special Thanks to the staff at Cheeseburger In Paradise (C.I.P).  They provided a lot of time, energy and information. 

        
Cheeseburger In Paradise (C.I.P)

4670 Southport Crossings Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46237

Phone: 317-883-4386
Fax: 317-883-4086

Hours of Operation

Monday: 11:00am - 12:00am
Tuesday: 11:00am - 12:00am
Wednesday: 11:00am - 12:00am
Thursday: 11:00am - 12:00am
Friday: 11:00am - 1:00am
Saturday: 11:00am - 1:00am
Sunday: 11:00am - 11:00pm

Gluten Free Product Review & other Gluten Free Happenings

 

Udi's Rolls out New Products

 

Udi’s has some new products!! From Udi’s Whole Grain Dinner Rolls, Classic French and Crispy and delicious French Baguettes, Everything Inside Bagels, Mighty Bagels, Double Vanilla Muffins to Harvest Crunch Muffins.

I have to admit they have truly outdone themselves with their dinner rolls and their new french baguettes. These truly mimic the “real deal” in both taste and texture and will leave you stating,"Wow….I can’t believe these are gluten free!”

 
Their rolls are soft in the middle with a hard outer crust. They are sold frozen and can be warmed up in the oven. Nature’s Pharm is now carrying ALL these new products and showcasing them through a sampling from Friday Dec. 14th through Sunday Dec. 16th. Don't miss the Udi's roll and baguettes sale until the end of December!

These rolls are an absolute must have for your Gluten Free Holiday Dinner!

Here’s a brief description of their latest bagel and muffin creations:

Double Vanilla Muffins: these are really good and they taste a little like angel food cake in the texture of a muffin.

Harvest Crunch Muffins: these are made with cranberries, sweet potato, quinoa flour and pepitas. Need I say more? Yum!

 Everything Inside Bagels: made with millet seeds, flax seeds, poppy seeds, onion, salt and garlic….these do remind me a little of the “Everything Bagels” that I tried in  New York years ago during my pre-gluten free era…except that these are a little milder but still packed full of flavor.

Mighty Bagels: made with cranberries, quinoa flour, sunflower seeds, pepitas, millet seeds and flax seeds…I really liked these, perfect to have around the Holidays with a little smear of cream cheese.

Chosen Foods   

 

 

Their Products are packed with antioxidants, omegas, protein and fiber. For the health conscious out there here are some products that are good and good for you.

AVOmega, 100%  Avocado Oil: this oil is considered to be one of the healthiest oils on the planet and is the highest source of heart healthy monounsaturated fat…plus it is packed full of antioxidants.

It has a high heating point, which means you can heat the oil to 520 degrees and it won’t breakdown. Use this oil for cooking, frying, baking and salad dressings. Surprisingly affordable at only 13.95/per bottle.

AztecChia, Chia Seeds: high in fiber, omega-3, antioxidants and protein….this company never uses pesticides, chemicals or growth accelerators on their crops and their product is tested for purity and omega values. Use this in cereals, yogurt, smoothies, baked goods or as an egg replacer and binder in gluten free baking.

AztecNopal, Nopal Cactus Powder: this product harnesses the natural power of the nopal cactus and it is said to lower blood glucose and increase insulin sensitivity, promoting weight loss. Mix this product in juice, yogurt, smoothies or use in cooking and baking to lower the glycemic index of food.  Their products can be found at:  http://www.chosen-foods.com. 

Give the Gift of Camp for Christmas! 

   

Camp Gluten Freedom Offers Carefree Camp Activities and Worry Free Food!

Reservations / Deposits are being accepted now for Camp Gluten Freedom July 25th - July 28th, 2013. This is an overnight camp that will be DEDICATED gluten-free.  While we are allowing campers to bring a buddy this year, ALL the food will be gluten free.  The camp is for children ages 8-14.  Don't have a child that is camp age?  That's okay, feel free to sponsor a child that may not have the opportunity to go to camp without your assistance.  You may see info listed at Gluten Free Living Now's website.  Please feel free to email tina@glutenfreelivingnow.org for additional information. 

 

Don't forget the Food for the Gluten Intolerant Program!

Learn more about our Food For Gluten Intolerant where you can donate to sponsor a financially challenged family. We are currently seeking donors to assist with the Food for the Gluten Intolerant Program. For those who struggle economically, meeting the additional financial challenges that the gluten free requirement creates, can become overwhelming. This program will allow you to to make financial donations to support a struggling family. Want to help with donations for the Food Program? Donations are being accepted HERE.

Dates for Expo 2013 are set for Saturday October 5, 2013

The Gluten Free Living Now Expo will be held for one day only, so get your booth space while you can.  This event will run from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm and will definitely sell out.   We are expecting over 3,000 visitors who will come to sample and purchase gluten free products and services.   Make sure you contact shelia@glutenfreelivingnow.org as soon as possible to ensure you are included in this great community event. 

Did you miss your chance to see GFLN on Indy Style?

 

Gluten Free Living Now's own, Shelia Cafferty, appeared on Indy Style on December 4th.  She shared her great gingerbread cookie recipe and how to have a gluten free Holiday.  If you missed it or would enjoy watching again just click on Shelia's name above or on GFLN. Make sure you click on the link to get the great recipe too!

Center for Celiac Research to Join Mass General in Boston

After nearly 20 years of providing clinical care for patients and conducting breakthrough research in celiac disease and other gluten-related disorders in Baltimore, Maryland, the Center for Celiac Research (CFCR) will become part of the Massachusetts General Hospital for Children (MGHfC) in Boston, Massachusetts, on January 7, 2013. The CFCR will also be working in partnership with the Celiac Center at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) at Harvard Medical School.  Read more HERE

Vendor Blog #3 in a series of 5

The ABC's of Gluten Free Foods all under One Roof

Gluten Free Living Now Expo coming October 13-14, 2012

 

For additional information regarding any of these great companies, please click on their logo. 

Their gluten free baking mixes are blended, packaged and warehoused in a gluten free, peanut free, kosher facility. Mixes range from all purpose baking mix, cake mix, cookie mix, cornbread and muffin mix, loaf bread mix, muffin mix, pancake and waffle mix, pizza mix, and a seasoned flour mix. We can personally vouch that their pancake and waffle mix makes awesome gluten free pancakes!!.

  

This magazine is a bi-monthly publication dedicated to people living with food allergies and sensitivities. Their magazine includes topics on gluten free recipes, travel tips, healthy living and living gluten free. Read about personal stories, international and national foods and the gluten free lifestyle. They have an app that includes digital issues. Podcasts and videos are included on their website. Don’t forget to sign up for their e-newsletter.

Glutino and Gluten Free Pantry is a manufacturer and distributor of gluten free food products. They offer more than 80 gluten free products that include baking mixes, breads, cereal, cookies, crackers, frozen baked goods, frozen entrees, frozen pizza, pretzels, and snack bars. They strive for the best quality and taste in gluten free products. I have been a fan of Gluten Free Pantry’s Chocolate Truffle Brownie mix for a long time!! Glutino’s new bread line is simply amazing!!

Simple Taste is a local based company. They specialize in gluten free, dairy free and yeast free products that range from brownies, blondies, muffins, cookies, carrot cake, chocolate cake, cake pops, pizza crust, and bread sticks. Jenny Cleave who is the owner of Simple Taste is always looking to accommodate those with additional food allergies and sensitivities. She will be demoing her gluten free, allergy free ravioli and calzones at the expo…..so don’t miss her presentation on our demo stage!!

Kefir is a cultured dairy milk that has been popular in Europe for centuries. Not only is Lifeway Kefir delicious but it provides healthful benefits because it’s packed full of probiotic cultures. They have a huge range of Kefir products that include original, non-fat, low-fat, organic, greek style, frozen products, pro-bugs for kids, Biokefir(super power kefir shots), green kefir, greek style fro-yo, low carb kefir, cheese, organic cheese, traditional kefir, sweet kiss-dessert cheese spread, and Lassi which is inspired by India’s Ayurvedic origins. With flavors that range from pomegranate, chocolate truffle and coconut chia in their low-fat line, how can you go wrong?

We have blogged about their products before. Their granola bars are made from natural ingredients and sweetened with honey and maple syrup……absolutely no high fructose corn syrup or artificial preservatives. Only certified gluten free oats are used in their products. Their granola bars come in Cranberry Maple Almond, Peanut Chocolate Chip, and Banana Chocolate Chip. The bars are made with ingredients like nuts, flax seeds, flax cereal, and puffed amaranth. They have extended their line to include cookies……Oatmeal Chocolate Chip, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip, and Oatmeal Raisin.

Glutenfreeda Foods Inc. is dedicated to producing gourmet gluten free food products. Their products are made in a dedicated gluten free facility. Products included in their line are, burritos, cheesecakes, Ice cream sandwiches, granola, oatmeal and pizza wraps. We will be sampling their burritos and pizza wraps at the expo. 

The Center is dedicated to providing the highest quality ABA and Verbal Behavior therapy and consulting services to children and their families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders. Their programs focus on increasing language skills, social skills, daily living skills and reducing problematic behavior. Programs are based on proven researched ABA methodologies. If you have a child with Autism please come out and talk to The Applied Behavior Center For Autism at the expo.

Gluten Free Pad Thai

 

Gluten Free Pad Thai    Want to make a gluten free pad thai that rivals that of your favorite Thai restaurant? Here's a recipe that I tried and it was fabulous!! Interesting fact about palm sugar, it is apparently lower on the glycemic index than regular sugar.  GF Pad Thai Recipe Ingredients:     1/2 cup of palm sugar 1/3 cup of Fish sauce (I used Thai Kitchen brand) 1/2 cup of Tamarind Soup Base Concentrate (I found this at the Asian Mart on 86th) Thai Bird Eye Chillies (found this at Whole Foods Market/Clay Terrace) or you can use red pepper chili flakes 3 cloves of garlic finely minced 1 whole chicken breast thinly sliced 1/2 lb of shrimp de-veined Approx 4-5 oz. of Rice Stick Noodles 2 eggs 1 cup of matchstick carrots (I bought mine already shredded....this will save you time) 1 1/2 cups of mung bean sprouts 1 cup of asian chives (I found these at the Asian Mart in the produce section) cut into 1 1/2 inch segments    1 cup of cilantro 1 cup of coarsely chopped salted, roasted peanuts 1 lime for lime wedges Tips:   If you don't like spicy, adding the chili is completely optional. The tamarind sauce will thicken up in the fridge, heating the sauce up in the microwave for a few seconds will thin it out again. Chopping the palm sugar cake rounds with a sharp knife works well.   Let's start by making our pad thai sauce. Combine fish sauce , chopped palm sugar, and tamarind concentrate in a small sauce pan. Cook sauce until the palm sugar completely dissolves, making sure you taste it. You may need to add another 1/2 cake of the palm sugar as the tamarind concentrate is really tart. To make the sauce a little spicy add some finely chopped Thai Bird Eye Chillies chopped finely...add these to taste. A little bit goes along way. After palm sugar is dissolved remove from heat and let sauce cool. Boil noodles for about 4-5 minutes, drain immediately and rinse with cold water. Noodles should be Al dente. Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a wok on high (or you can use a deep frying pan), cook raw thin sliced)chicken and the cleaned shrimp for about 4-5 minutes. Remove meat from the wok and set aside in a bowl.    Add the rest of the oil into the pan, add garlic stirring frequently so the garlic does not burn. Add noodles and stir for about 1 minute.....you can then add 3-4 tablespoons of your tamarind sauce. You may save left over tamarind sauce in a sealed glass jar, it will keep up to a month in the fridge. Continue to stir until noodles are well coated. Add cooked meat to the noodles and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes. Push the noodles and meat mixture and noodles to one side of the wok and crack your egg one at a time into this space. Scramble eggs with your wooden spoon letting them cook for about 30 sec. Add carrots, washed sprouts and the asian chives. Cook for one more minute, stir frying everything together, you may add an additional tablespoon of sauce if you feel like it needs it at this time. Garnish with cilantro, lime, some remaining chives and peanuts.....and enjoy!!