Comments on: Gluten Free Dining Adventures- Spica Coffee http://www.bookofyum.com/blog/gluten-free-dining-adventures-spica-171.html Yummy Adventures in Gluten Free Cuisine Thu, 02 May 2013 19:09:55 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=abc hourly 1 By: Book of Yum - Blog http://www.bookofyum.com/blog/gluten-free-dining-adventures-spica-171.html/comment-page-1#comment-2441 Book of Yum - Blog Mon, 17 Sep 2007 23:44:11 +0000 http://www.bookofyum.com/blog/?p=171#comment-2441 [...] I think I mentioned the veggie sandwich already, right? I loved the fact that they even had a veggie sandwich, much less one with cheese, mustard, grated carrot, red pepper, tomato and greens on perfectly sliced bread and wrapped in tidy saran wrap for the Celiac on the go. I’ve had a few veggie sandwiches in my time- Spica has a processed cheese melt, and The Farmer’s Cafe has a portobello sandwich with pesto that is pretty tasty. But this sandwich blew them all away. First off, the bread looked so good I was honestly afraid there had been a mistake and it contained gluten. Eating bread that I didn’t make is always a bit intimidating, especially without a label of ingredients to read and read again. But, with the assurances of the cafe barista ringing in my ears, I braved it and took a bite. That was one DELICIOUS sandwich. I offered DH a bite, saying anxiously, “Gluten free, right?” He took a bite and paused. “Um, I don’t know,” he said. Yes, you heard it right. The glutenoid COULD NOT TELL it was a gluten free sandwich. And, if you’re worried- it WAS! I felt no ill effects after gobbling the whole thing down as my dinner later. The smokey cheese, mustard, plentiful veggies- awesome bread… It may be the best sandwich I ever had, even including my homemade creations. That puppy was made by someone who 1) understands gluten free baking 2) understands vegetarian flavors and 3) made my tummy happy! Sorry, couldn’t resist the last bit. Yum. I want another, please. I immediately wanted to know what flours they used. Bean flour? Sorghum?? I called the cafe later and asked about flours, and was told they use a combo of rice flour, tapioca, and potato starch. Awesome. I think the secret to their bread may be that they bake their products every day. Good gluten free bread is generally palatable un-toasted the first day it is baked- and this bread was Very, Very palatable. Mmm. 10/10 for the best gluten-free veggie sandwich EVER, thank you very much. [...] [...] I think I mentioned the veggie sandwich already, right? I loved the fact that they even had a veggie sandwich, much less one with cheese, mustard, grated carrot, red pepper, tomato and greens on perfectly sliced bread and wrapped in tidy saran wrap for the Celiac on the go. I’ve had a few veggie sandwiches in my time- Spica has a processed cheese melt, and The Farmer’s Cafe has a portobello sandwich with pesto that is pretty tasty. But this sandwich blew them all away. First off, the bread looked so good I was honestly afraid there had been a mistake and it contained gluten. Eating bread that I didn’t make is always a bit intimidating, especially without a label of ingredients to read and read again. But, with the assurances of the cafe barista ringing in my ears, I braved it and took a bite. That was one DELICIOUS sandwich. I offered DH a bite, saying anxiously, “Gluten free, right?” He took a bite and paused. “Um, I don’t know,” he said. Yes, you heard it right. The glutenoid COULD NOT TELL it was a gluten free sandwich. And, if you’re worried- it WAS! I felt no ill effects after gobbling the whole thing down as my dinner later. The smokey cheese, mustard, plentiful veggies- awesome bread… It may be the best sandwich I ever had, even including my homemade creations. That puppy was made by someone who 1) understands gluten free baking 2) understands vegetarian flavors and 3) made my tummy happy! Sorry, couldn’t resist the last bit. Yum. I want another, please. I immediately wanted to know what flours they used. Bean flour? Sorghum?? I called the cafe later and asked about flours, and was told they use a combo of rice flour, tapioca, and potato starch. Awesome. I think the secret to their bread may be that they bake their products every day. Good gluten free bread is generally palatable un-toasted the first day it is baked- and this bread was Very, Very palatable. Mmm. 10/10 for the best gluten-free veggie sandwich EVER, thank you very much. [...]

]]> By: Gluten-Free By The Bay http://www.bookofyum.com/blog/gluten-free-dining-adventures-spica-171.html/comment-page-1#comment-71 Gluten-Free By The Bay Mon, 19 Mar 2007 17:35:21 +0000 http://www.bookofyum.com/blog/?p=171#comment-71 What a nice thought, to be able to actually have a GF sandwich at a restaurant or coffee shop! I like I Can Eat That's breads okay - They're nothing special, compared to breads I can make from scratch - But they sure beat any pre-made bread from the store. I think their pizza crusts are awful, however. What a nice thought, to be able to actually have a GF sandwich at a restaurant or coffee shop!

I like I Can Eat That’s breads okay – They’re nothing special, compared to breads I can make from scratch – But they sure beat any pre-made bread from the store. I think their pizza crusts are awful, however.

]]> By: yum http://www.bookofyum.com/blog/gluten-free-dining-adventures-spica-171.html/comment-page-1#comment-66 yum Sun, 18 Mar 2007 17:58:41 +0000 http://www.bookofyum.com/blog/?p=171#comment-66 Hi all! Unfortunately Spica doesn't have dedicated ovens, or any ovens at all- they have vendors bring in baked goods. But, you're right, I'm really very lucky and should take more advantage of the GF bounty nearby! :D I hope you enjoy the tofu, Faye! :) -Sea Hi all! Unfortunately Spica doesn’t have dedicated ovens, or any ovens at all- they have vendors bring in baked goods. But, you’re right, I’m really very lucky and should take more advantage of the GF bounty nearby! :D

I hope you enjoy the tofu, Faye! :)

-Sea

]]> By: Faye http://www.bookofyum.com/blog/gluten-free-dining-adventures-spica-171.html/comment-page-1#comment-65 Faye Sun, 18 Mar 2007 16:18:17 +0000 http://www.bookofyum.com/blog/?p=171#comment-65 I envy you...the only place I can find gluten free baked goods is Whole Foods. They have GLUTEN FREE BAKEHOUSE products but they're just ok. To have a local bakery with dedicated ovens for us would be a dream come true! Meanwhile, my cooking expertise wins over....I am going to make the grilled tofu. The combination of maple syrup and rice wine vinegar intrigues me. I'll get back to you with the results. Meanwhile, congrats to DH for joining in your efforts to stay Gluten Free! Have a great day.... I envy you…the only place I can find gluten free baked goods is Whole Foods. They have GLUTEN FREE BAKEHOUSE products but they’re just ok. To have a local bakery with dedicated ovens for us would be a dream come true! Meanwhile, my cooking expertise wins over….I am going to make the grilled tofu. The combination of maple syrup and rice wine vinegar intrigues me. I’ll get back to you with the results. Meanwhile, congrats to DH for joining in your efforts to stay Gluten Free! Have a great day….

]]> By: Joe Lewis http://www.bookofyum.com/blog/gluten-free-dining-adventures-spica-171.html/comment-page-1#comment-64 Joe Lewis Sun, 18 Mar 2007 14:14:15 +0000 http://www.bookofyum.com/blog/?p=171#comment-64 Coffee, free wi-fi, and GF food - I'd probably go sit there all afternoon if I could. Coffee, free wi-fi, and GF food – I’d probably go sit there all afternoon if I could.

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