The Celiac in Italy- Catalin Varela, GF Travel Advisor

06/12/2024

L’alimentazione è parte fondamentale della nostra vita. Dover modificare improvvisamente le proprie abitudini alimentari può essere stressante.

12/05/2024

We’re joining forces! Read more about my collaboration with the Italian Celiac Association here:

The Tuscany chapter of the Italian Celiac Association (AIC Toscana) is thrilled to announce its collaboration with Catalin Varela of The Celiac in Italy, the leading online resource for gluten free travel in Italy. This partnership marks a significant step forward in enhancing the accessibility of c

12/05/2024

BIG NEWS! I am excited to announce my collaboration with the Italian Celiac Association of Tuscany!

This collaboration is multifaceted, with exciting plans to come (🤭) but our initial focus is on enhancing accessibility through language.

I'll be assisting AIC Toscana in translating their website into English, specifically curating a "tourism" section tailored to our international audience. Plus, we’ll be launching an English blog on the AIC Toscana site with insider tips, news updates, and much more🥳

Stay connected with us on social media for updates, behind-the-scenes glimpses, and content designed to enrich your celiac travel experience✈️

We're on a mission to make waves in the world of celiac tourism, and we need your help! Let your fellow celiac travelers know that Italy, especially Tuscany, is more welcoming and accessible than ever before💕

Together for a future where all celiacs are welcome in Tuscany, both residents and tourists!🇺🇸🤝🇮🇹
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GRANDI NOTIZIE! Sono emozionata di annunciare la mia collaborazione con Associazione Italiana Celiachia della Toscana!

Questa collaborazione vedrà, nei prossimi mesi, lo sviluppo di idee entusiasmanti (🤭) ma il nostro focus iniziale sarà sull'incremento dell'accessibilità attraverso la lingua.

Catalin assisterà AIC Toscana nella traduzione del sito in inglese, creando appositamente una sezione "turismo" su misura per il nostro pubblico internazionale. Lanceremo anche un blog in inglese, dove condivideremo suggerimenti, aggiornamenti, e molto altro ancora🥳

Rimanete connessi con noi sui social per seguire gli aggiornamenti, dietro le quinte, e contenuti progettati per arricchire la vostra esperienza di viaggio senza glutine✈️

Vogliamo fare la differenza nel mondo del turismo celiaco, e abbiamo bisogno del vostro aiuto! Fate sapere ai vostri amici celiaci che la Toscana è più accogliente e accessibile che mai💕

Insieme per un futuro in cui tutti i celiaci sono i benvenuti in Toscana, sia residenti che turisti!

09/03/2024

06/03/2024

Those of you with celiac disease or gluten intolerance will be happy to hear just how inclusive eateries and grocery stores are in this bel paese. 🇮🇹

Join us as we welcome special guest, Catalin Varela, a gluten-free travel consultant here in Italy, on our newest episode of A New Life in Italy Podcast! 🎙️

You can find us on your fave podcast platform or via https://bit.ly/3V6yqEr . 🎧



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27/02/2024

Grazie mille FirenzeToday per aver condiviso la mia storia❤️

Dopo anni difficili l'influencer ha preso in mano la sua vita e imparato a convivere con la malattia, trasformandola in un'opportunità

27/02/2024

BREAKING NEWS. You heard it here first…

The world famous All'Antico Vinaio just posted hinting to their newest project: a gluten free version of their sandwich shop on Via dei Neri in Florence.

As you can imagine, the Italian celiac community is torn by this announcement with some supporting the ever growing number of celiac-safe spots in Florence and some claiming they are stepping on Sgrano’s toes (who have been doing this for years and only a few doors down). The divisiveness of the conversation aside, we’ve been left with a lot of questions. What steps are they taking to ensure celiac safety? Are they planning for a certification from Associazione Italiana Celiachia? Will the sandwiches even be good?? This initial teaser has left much to the imagination.

In an effort to be as neutral as possible, lascio la parola to you all. What do you think? Are you siding with the loyal SGRANO supporters or are you venturing out to try All’Antico Vinaio’s GF schiacciata? Let’s talk about it⬇️

19/01/2024

I'm sure you’ve heard how green with envy the American celiacs are over Italian celiacs receiving a monthly stipend for gluten free food. Well, the rumors are true. Italy does offer financial support for those diagnosed with celiac disease to offset the elevated prices of gluten free food. But how exactly does it work? And how much money are Italian celiacs actually receiving from the government? Let's talk about it:

The rumors are true. Italy does offer financial support for those diagnosed with celiac disease to offset the elevated prices of gluten free food. But how exactly does it work? And how much money are Italian celiacs actually receiving from the government?