Gustorganics Round up

I'm always somewhat ferklempt after a WFD, as in a loss for words. There is so much sharing, togetherness, community, eating, laughing and more eating: all safe, all fun. What can I say; Sunday at GustOrganics was simply greatness.

Here are some pictures. Notice the huge app portions--we were all full after starters but we ate on.

Smoothies with alcohol and without:


Starter of Gusto soup:


Starter salad with pears and strawberries and rummy smoothie:


Mushroom Risotto:



Blurry chit chat with dinner salads:

Allergic Girl, Martha Stewart Living Radio

Tune in TODAY at 130pm as I will be on Martha Stewart Living Radio on Sirius Radio.

I'll be talking all things food allergies, Superbowl, Valentine’s Day and how to keep it all worry-free!

WFD Family Event, March 29, 2009

**SOLD OUT & NOTE DATE CHANGE**

We've been very busy behind the scenes here at WFD. Yesterday, we announced the March 2009 event and it sold out in 30 minutes.

I know, lightening fast.

Many of you were effectively shut out. So I've added a special second date just for you and your little ones. The invitation is below. Come join us!

Not a member yet? Becoming a Worry-Free Dinners™ member is super-easy and there's no obligation. Just send an email to worryfreedinners@gmail.com to request an application so you can join us for the next WFD Family event.


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WHERE: Blue Smoke
116 East 27th Street (between Park and Lexington Avenues)
New York, NY 10016
(212) 447-7733

The menu is FREE FROM: gluten/wheat, peanuts, tree-nuts, fish/shellfish, dairy and eggs. Other food allergies/sensitivities MAY be accommodated.

WHEN: Sunday, March 29, 2009, 1130am-130pm

WHAT YOU'LL GET:
• Coaching around issues of food allergies/food intolerances by Allergic Girl, Sloane Miller, MFA, MSW, LMSW
• Group discussion tailored to your concerns
• Networking with parents who understand your issues
• Chat time with a representative from Blue Smoke
• A delicious "Worry-Free Dinner" lunch at a great NYC kid-friendly restaurant
• A fantastic allergen-friendly goody bag

PARENTS FEE: $50, includes tax and tip but not beverages.

CHILDREN'S FEE: $30, includes tax and tip but not beverages.



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EARLY SUPPER will be FAMILY STYLE and ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT.
*Beverages will be on a pay per drink basis.*

STARTERS
Chipotle Chicken Wings
Chopped Vegetable & Lettuce Salad

MAIN COURSES
Mini-burgers in lettuce
Texas Salt & Pepper Beef Ribs

SIDES
Gluten-Free French Fries
Gluten-Free Macaroni & Cheese
Seasonal Veggies

DESSERT
Fruit plate and an allergen-friendly dessert

Email worryfreedinners@gmail.com with any questions/concerns--we look forward to dining with you Worry-Free soon!

WFD Family Lunch, March 8, 2009

**SOLD OUT**

Our next WFD Family event is March 8th for lunch.

Not a member yet? Becoming a Worry-Free Dinners™ member is super-easy and there's no obligation. Just send an email to worryfreedinners@gmail.com to request an application so you can join us for the next WFD Family event.


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WHERE: Blue Smoke
116 East 27th Street (between Park and Lexington Avenues)
New York, NY 10016
(212) 447-7733

The menu is FREE FROM: gluten/wheat, peanuts, tree-nuts, fish/shellfish, dairy and eggs. Other food allergies/sensitivities MAY be accommodated.

WHEN: LUNCH, Sunday, March 8, 2009 11:30am-1:30pm

WHAT YOU'LL GET:
• Coaching around issues of food allergies/food intolerances by Allergic Girl, Sloane Miller, MFA, MSW, LMSW
• Group discussion tailored to your concerns
• Networking with parents who understand your issues
• Chat time with a representative from Blue Smoke
• A delicious "Worry-Free Dinner" lunch at a great NYC kid-friendly restaurant
• A fantastic allergen-friendly goody bag

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LUNCH will be FAMILY STYLE and ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT.
*Beverages will be on a pay per drink basis.*

STARTERS
Chipotle Chicken Wings
Chopped Vegetable & Lettuce Salad

MAIN COURSES
Mini-burgers in lettuce
Texas Salt & Pepper Beef Ribs

SIDES
Gluten-Free French Fries
Gluten-Free Macaroni & Cheese
Seasonal Veggies

DESSERT
Fruit plate and an allergen-friendly dessert

NEXT Worry-Free Dinners™ Family Event - March 2009

Our next members-only Worry-Free Dinners™ Family event in February 2009 sold out in 1 day!

Don't fret--there are more coming up and if you're a member you'll hear about it first.

Becoming a Worry-Free Dinners™ member is super-easy and there's no obligation.

Just send an email to worryfreedinners@gmail.com to request an application so you can join us for the next WFD Family event.

SAVE THE DATE: March 8, 2009 and send in your applications!

WFD Family Event, Feb 2009

***SOLD OUT***

This is your invite for our next Worry-Free Dinners™ Family event at Lilli and Loo, February 1, 2009. Come hungry and sign up quickly, this event will sell out FAST. The menu is FREE FROM: Sesame seeds; Peanuts; Tree-nuts; Gluten; Egg and Dairy. Other food allergies/sensitivities MAY be accommodated.

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INVITATION

WHEN: SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1ST, 2009, 12-2PM

WHERE: LILLI and LOO
792 Lexington Avenue (Between 61st/62nd streets)
New York, NY 10021
Tel: 212-421-7800

WHO: Anyone whose diet is sesame seed-free, peanut-free, tree-nut free, gluten-free, egg free and dairy-free. Additional food allergies or other concerns may be accommodated with prior notice.

WHAT YOU'LL GET:
• Coaching by Allergic Girl, Sloane Miller, MFA, MSW, LMSW
• Group discussion tailored to your concerns
• Networking with food allergic families
• Chat time with Owner, Maggie
• A delicious worry-free dinner at a great NYC restaurant
• Allergen-free goodie bag


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MENU:
Choose 1 appetizer, 1 entrée, 1 side and 1 drink

Appetizer:
Pork Dumpling (steamed or pan fried)
Rock Shrimp Tempura
Avocado roll or California roll
Chicken skewers with pomegranate sauce

Entrée:
Borneo Orange Chicken
BBQ Boneless Ribs
Oriental Noodle Soup choice of tofu & vegetable or grilled chicken

Side:
Vegetarian Fried Rice
Steamed White Rice
Steamed Brown Rice

Dessert:
Gluten Free Brownies and Seasonal Fresh Fruits

Drinks:
Choice of Canned Soda or juice

Worry-Free Dinners™ Adult Event at GustOrganics

(photo credit © Elbert Chu)

Adult members are invited to join us for our next Worry-Free Dinners event at at GustOrganics, the only 100% organic restaurant in the US!

The menu will be: organic, gluten-free, fish/shellfish free, peanut and tree-nut free with vegan options and dairy-free options.

NOTA BENE: Worry-Free Dinners™ is a membership group and you MUST be a member to eat with us.

It's super easy to join. If you aren’t a member already, please join us. Just send an email to worryfreedinners@gmail.com to request an application.

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INVITATION.

WHEN: SUNDAY, JANUARY 25TH, 630-830PM

WHERE: GustOrganics Restaurant & Bar
519 Avenue of the Americas @ 14th street
New York
Tel: 212.242.5800

WHO: Anyone whose diet is organic, gluten-free, fish/shellfish free, peanut-free and tree-nut free. Vegan options and dairy free options available. Additional food allergies or other concerns *may* be accommodated with prior notice.

WHAT YOU'LL GET:
• Coaching around issues of food allergies/food intolerances by Allergic Girl, Sloane Miller, MFA, MSW, LMSW
• Group discussion tailored to your concerns
• Networking with people who understand your issues
• Chat time with Owner, Alberto; General Manager, Eyal; and chef, Gustavo
• A delicious Worry-Free Dinner at the country’s only 100% organic restaurant
• Allergen-free goody bag worth the price of dinner

FEE: $50 including tax, tip and either sangria or hot apple cider with rum. PAYABLE on website--right side of blog.

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MENU: gluten-free, fish/shellfish free, peanut and tree-nut free; vegan options; dairy-free optional--all organic!


*Apps: choice of one with choice of dressing
--Spinach salad with pears and strawberries
--Soup du jour
--Choice of Side:
-Grilled veggies: eggplant, zucchini, squash, tomato, onion, pepper
-Steamed or sautéed broccoli
-Steamed or sautéed kale

*Entrees: choice of one
--Gluten-free (tinkyada) pasta with choice of sauce: primavera with tomato sauce OR tomato and basil
--Lentil stew
--Salad with choice of chicken, steak or tofu
--Gluten-free risotto choice or either mushroom or risotto du jour

Drinks:
Sangria and hot apple cider with rum

Email worryfreedinners@gmail.com with any questions/concerns.