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Phoenix Gluten Free, Allergy Friendly Expo

In late June, the Renaissance Glendale Hotel and Spa will host the specialty food product convention.

PHOENIX, AZ - From the AZ Gluten Free and Allergen Friendly Expo: The Phoenix Gluten Free and Allergen Friendly Expo is returning to the Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa June 23-24 and will feature specialty food products that cater to those who are seeking better-for-you options or are mindful of dietary restrictions. At this one of a kind event, attendees will be able to:

  • Have one-on-one moments with 100+ local brands showcasing the the latest and greatest GFAF products
  • Sample, purchase product, meet founders and receive coupons
  • Attend free educational presentations hosted by industry-respected speakers.

Exhibitors Include:

Sprouts Farmers Market (Booth #109) will be on site to discuss the gluten-free products and resources available to customers. Sprouts offers more than 2,500 gluten-free items throughout stores.

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Picazzo's Healthy Italian Kitchen (Booth #102) is a locally owned, Arizona-based restaurant. Their gluten-free menu offers a healthy twist to traditional Italian dishes such as house-made pizza, fresh pasta, organic salads, quinoa bowls, desserts and more. Picazzo's is also allergy conscious and has recently introduced an exclusive vegan menu!

Spinato's Fine Foods (Booth #1200) will be on site sampling their gluten-free and free-from pizzas and premium pasta sauce. Spinato's is family owned and operated and has five Phoenix valley restaurants. Their gluten-free products are now available at 750 grocers across the country!

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Managed by the Gluten Free Media Group, the Gluten Free & Allergen Friendly Expos are the largest and fastest growing special diet consumer events in the United States. Started in 2007, the events have expanded from one to nine cities throughout the country. In addition to meeting the needs of the celiac community, the Expos welcome those with gluten sensitivities autoimmune/inflammatory diseases and autism. Athletes and the health-conscious community also benefit from the events.

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