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Gluten Free Food Guide

Discover the best destinations and dishes for Gluten Free travelers.

About Gluten Free Cuisine

Gluten-free cuisine avoids wheat, barley, and rye. It often uses alternative grains and flours like rice, corn, quinoa, and tapioca.

Gluten-free food is easy to find in Australia, helped along by wide awareness of celiac disease and gluten intolerance. Many restaurants and cafes run gluten-free menus or flag the options on their standard menu, and supermarkets keep dedicated gluten-free sections stocked with bread, pasta, cereals and snacks. Even small towns usually have gluten-free bread and other staples. Tell staff about your requirements when you order, since plenty of venues make gluten-free versions of pizza, pasta and burgers. Read labels carefully when you shop.

Benefits of Gluten Free Eating

Essential for those with celiac disease

May reduce digestive symptoms for sensitive individuals

Can improve energy levels for those with gluten sensitivity

Encourages consumption of whole, unprocessed foods

May reduce inflammation in certain individuals

Travel Tips for Gluten Free Travelers

  1. 1

    Bring gluten-free translation cards for restaurants

  2. 2

    Research local dishes that are naturally gluten-free

  3. 3

    Pack emergency gluten-free snacks

  4. 4

    Consider accommodations with kitchen access

  5. 5

    Research gluten-free friendly restaurants in advance

Must-Try Gluten Free Foods

Ratatouille - Gluten Free dish from France
FR
France

Ratatouille

Vegetable stew consisting mainly of eggplant, zucchini, tomatoes, and bell peppers.

Gazpacho - Gluten Free dish from Spain
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Spain

Gazpacho

Cold soup made from raw, blended vegetables, including tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and garlic, served especially during hot summers.

Pimientos de Padrón - Gluten Free dish from Spain
SP
Spain

Pimientos de Padrón

Small green peppers from Galicia, fried in olive oil and dusted with coarse sea salt. There's a Spanish saying about them: 'Pimientos de Padrón, algunos pican, algunos no' (some bite, some don't), since roughly one in ten turns out hot. They're picked young to keep them sweet and mild. It's a simple tapa that relies on good ingredients, best with a cold beer or a crisp white wine.

Sauerkraut - Gluten Free dish from Germany
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Germany

Sauerkraut

Finely shredded cabbage fermented by lactic acid bacteria, usually served alongside meat.

Mint Tea - Gluten Free dish from Morocco
MO
Morocco

Mint Tea

Sweet green tea steeped with fresh mint, Morocco's national drink and the standard gesture of welcome.

Zaalouk - Gluten Free dish from Morocco
MO
Morocco

Zaalouk

A smoky eggplant and tomato dip seasoned with garlic, cumin, paprika, olive oil, and herbs. The eggplant is grilled or roasted until charred, then mashed together with the tomatoes. Eat it warm or cold, scooped up with khobz.

Bissara - Gluten Free dish from Morocco
MO
Morocco

Bissara

A fava bean soup blended smooth with garlic, cumin, paprika, and olive oil. It comes to the table hot at breakfast, finished with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a dusting of cumin, with warm khobz on the side for dipping. A working-class winter staple.

Turkish Tea (Çay) - Gluten Free dish from Turkey
TU
Turkey

Turkish Tea (Çay)

Strong black tea poured into small tulip-shaped glasses. It's woven into Turkish hospitality and the rhythm of the day.

Maple Syrup - Gluten Free dish from Canada
CA
Canada

Maple Syrup

Pure Canadian maple syrup harvested from maple trees, used on pancakes, waffles, or in various desserts and dishes.

Dulce de Leche - Gluten Free dish from Argentina
AR
Argentina

Dulce de Leche

A caramel spread made by slowly cooking sweetened milk until it turns thick and golden. Argentines fold it into desserts, spread it on toast, and eat it straight from the jar.

Allergens: Dairy

More Gluten Free Dishes to Try

Risotto

Italian Cuisine

Creamy rice dish with various flavors and ingredients

Thai Green Curry

Thai Cuisine

Coconut milk-based curry with vegetables and rice

Polenta

Italian Cuisine

Cornmeal dish that can be served creamy or firm

Quinoa Salad

International Cuisine

Protein-rich grain with vegetables and dressing

Dosas

South Indian Cuisine

Fermented rice and lentil crepes with fillings

All Countries with Gluten Free Options

AU

Australia

Oceania

Capital: Canberra

Must-Try Foods:

BarramundiChicken Parmigiana (Parma)Meat Pie

Dietary Options:

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JA

Japan

Asia

Capital: Tokyo

Must-Try Foods:

SushiRamenTempura

Dietary Options:

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IT

Italy

Europe

Capital: Rome

Must-Try Foods:

Pizza NapoletanaPasta CarbonaraRisotto alla Milanese

Dietary Options:

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FR

France

Europe

Capital: Paris

Must-Try Foods:

CroissantBoeuf BourguignonCoq au Vin

Dietary Options:

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EG

Egypt

Africa

Capital: Cairo

Must-Try Foods:

KoshariFul MedamesMolokhia

Dietary Options:

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GR

Greece

Europe

Capital: Athens

Must-Try Foods:

MoussakaSouvlakiGreek Salad (Horiatiki)

Dietary Options:

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SP

Spain

Europe

Capital: Madrid

Must-Try Foods:

Paella ValencianaJamón IbéricoTortilla Española

Dietary Options:

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GE

Germany

Europe

Capital: Berlin

Must-Try Foods:

BratwurstSauerkrautSchnitzel

Dietary Options:

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MO

Morocco

Africa

Capital: Rabat

Must-Try Foods:

TagineCouscousPastilla

Dietary Options:

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VI

Vietnam

Asia

Capital: Hanoi

Must-Try Foods:

PhởBánh MìGỏi Cuốn

Dietary Options:

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TU

Turkey

Asia

Capital: Ankara

Must-Try Foods:

KebabBaklavaManti

Dietary Options:

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CA

Canada

Americas

Capital: Ottawa

Must-Try Foods:

PoutineMaple SyrupButter Tarts

Dietary Options:

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AR

Argentina

Americas

Capital: Buenos Aires

Must-Try Foods:

Asado (Argentine Barbecue)EmpanadasLocro

Dietary Options:

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UN

United States

Americas

Capital: Washington D.C.

Must-Try Foods:

HamburgerBBQ RibsApple Pie

Dietary Options:

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BR

Brazil

Americas

Capital: Brasília

Must-Try Foods:

Feijoada (Feijoada)Moqueca (Moqueca)Churrasco (Churrasco)

Dietary Options:

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CH

China

Asia

Capital: Beijing

Must-Try Foods:

北京烤鸭 (Běijīng Kǎoyā) - Peking Duck麻辣火锅 (Málà Huǒguō) - Spicy Hot Pot小笼包 (Xiǎolóngbāo) - Soup Dumplings

Dietary Options:

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IN

India

Asia

Capital: New Delhi

Must-Try Foods:

Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)Masala DosaBiryani

Dietary Options:

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TH

Thailand

Asia

Capital: Bangkok

Must-Try Foods:

Pad ThaiTom Yum GoongGreen Curry (Gaeng Keow Wan)

Dietary Options:

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ME

Mexico

Americas

Capital: Mexico City

Must-Try Foods:

Tacos al PastorMole PoblanoChiles en Nogada

Dietary Options:

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SO

South Africa

Africa

Capital: Pretoria

Must-Try Foods:

BobotieBiltongBraai

Dietary Options:

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PO

Portugal

Europe

Capital: Lisbon

Must-Try Foods:

Pastéis de NataBacalhau à BrásFrancesinha

Dietary Options:

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SW

Sweden

Europe

Capital: Stockholm

Must-Try Foods:

KöttbullarKanelbullarSurströmming

Dietary Options:

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SI

Singapore

Asia

Capital: Singapore

Must-Try Foods:

Hainanese Chicken RiceChili CrabLaksa

Dietary Options:

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PE

Peru

Americas

Capital: Lima

Must-Try Foods:

CevicheLomo SaltadoAjí de Gallina

Dietary Options:

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SO

South Korea

Asia

Capital: Seoul

Must-Try Foods:

김치 (Kimchi)비빔밥 (Bibimbap)불고기 (Bulgogi)

Dietary Options:

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LE

Lebanon

Asia

Capital: Beirut

Must-Try Foods:

MezzeKibbehShawarma

Dietary Options:

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NE

New Zealand

Oceania

Capital: Wellington

Must-Try Foods:

HangiLambGreen-Lipped Mussels

Dietary Options:

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CO

Colombia

Americas

Capital: Bogotá

Must-Try Foods:

Bandeja PaisaArepasAjiaco

Dietary Options:

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KE

Kenya

Africa

Capital: Nairobi

Must-Try Foods:

Ugali (Cornmeal Porridge)Nyama Choma (Grilled Meat)Sukuma Wiki (Collard Greens)

Dietary Options:

vegetarianvegangluten-free
RU

Russia

Europe

Capital: Moscow

Must-Try Foods:

BorschtPelmeniBlini

Dietary Options:

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PH

Philippines

Asia

Capital: Manila

Must-Try Foods:

AdoboLechonSinigang

Dietary Options:

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IR

Ireland

Europe

Capital: Dublin

Must-Try Foods:

Irish StewColcannonIrish Soda Bread

Dietary Options:

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NE

Netherlands

Europe

Capital: Amsterdam

Must-Try Foods:

StroopwafelBitterballenRaw Herring (Hollandse Nieuwe)

Dietary Options:

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PO

Poland

Europe

Capital: Warsaw

Must-Try Foods:

PierogiBigosŻurek

Dietary Options:

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HU

Hungary

Europe

Capital: Budapest

Must-Try Foods:

GulyásLángosChicken Paprikash (Paprikás Csirke)

Dietary Options:

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AU

Austria

Europe

Capital: Vienna

Must-Try Foods:

Wiener SchnitzelSachertorteTafelspitz

Dietary Options:

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NO

Norway

Europe

Capital: Oslo

Must-Try Foods:

Brunost (Brown Cheese)GravlaksFårikål

Dietary Options:

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ET

Ethiopia

Africa

Capital: Addis Ababa

Must-Try Foods:

Injera with WotDoro Wot (Spicy Chicken Stew)Kitfo (Minced Raw Beef)

Dietary Options:

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SA

Saudi Arabia

Asia

Capital: Riyadh

Must-Try Foods:

Kabsa (كبسة)Jareesh (جريش)Saleeg (سليق)

Dietary Options:

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JO

Jordan

Asia

Capital: Amman

Must-Try Foods:

MansafFalafelKnafeh

Dietary Options:

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GH

Ghana

Africa

Capital: Accra

Must-Try Foods:

Jollof RiceFufu and Light SoupBanku and Tilapia

Dietary Options:

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IN

Indonesia

Asia

Capital: Jakarta

Must-Try Foods:

Nasi GorengRendangSatay (Sate)

Dietary Options:

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RW

Rwanda

Africa

Capital: Kigali

Must-Try Foods:

Ugali (Ubugali)BrochettesIsombe

Dietary Options:

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JA

Jamaica

Americas

Capital: Kingston

Must-Try Foods:

Jerk ChickenAckee and SaltfishRice and Peas

Dietary Options:

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