Columbus 2017 Lecture and Demo Schedule
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Lecture Schedule Saturday:
10:30-11:20 am – Colette Chandler – Navigating the Gluten-Free Waters
11:30-12:20 pm – Susan Hardesty Ritenour – Allergy-Friendly Ingredient Hacks
12:30-01:20 pm – Jen Cuevas – Bridging the Divide — Gluten-Free to Grain-Free Living
01:30-02:20 pm – Jenna Drew – How to Improve Digestion with Essential Oils
02:30-03:20 pm – Stacey Stratton – Living Clean in ’17
Demo Schedule Saturday:
10:30-11:20 am – Amanda Keenan – Tortillas and Beyond
11:30-12:20 pm – Tiffany Hinton – Amazing Gluten-Free Vegan Twinkies
12:30-01:20 pm – Coconut Bliss, Presented by Taylor Miller – Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Ice Cream Cake
01:30-02:20 pm – Sue Hardesty Ritenour – Apple Nachos
02:30-03:20 pm – Frank Friedman – Soft Pretzels
Lecture Schedule Sunday:
10:30-11:20 am – Colette Chandler – Navigating the Gluten-Free Waters
11:30-12:20 pm – Susan Hardesty Ritenour – Allergy-Friendly Ingredient Hacks
12:30-01:20 pm – Jen Cuevas – Bridging the Divide — Gluten-Free to Grain-Free Living
01:30-02:20 pm – Jenna Drew – How to Improve Digestion with Essential Oils
02:30-03:20 pm – Stacey Stratton – Living Clean in ’17
Demo Schedule Sunday:
10:30-11:20 am – Amanda Keenan – Tortillas and Beyond
11:30-12:20 pm – Tiffany Hinton – Amazing Gluten-Free Vegan Twinkies
12:30-01:20 pm – Coconut Bliss, Presented by Taylor Miller – Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Ice Cream Cake
01:30-02:20 pm – Sue Hardesty Ritenour – Apple Nachos
02:30-03:20 pm – Frank Friedman – Soft Pretzels
Lecture Descriptions
Colette Chandler
Topic: Navigating the Gluten-Free Waters
Location: Lecture Area
Whether you’re new to the gluten-free diet or you’ve been gluten-free for years, it can be tricky to navigate the gluten-free world. Colette will give information to help you better understand the gluten-free world, from explaining essential terminology to safely selecting products, dining out, traveling and more.
Susan Hardesty Ritenour
Topic: Allergy-Friendly Ingredient Hacks
Location: Lecture Area
Are you out of ideas for ingredient replacements in recipes? Whether you’re new to the food substitution scene or just looking for some fresh, new ideas, this presentation is for you. Health and wellness coach Susan Hardesty-Ritenour inspires you to think outside the box and get out of your culinary rut. Make your recipes allergy-friendly, healthy and delicious all at the same time.
Stacey Stratton
Topic: Living Clean in ’17
Location: Lecture Area
This is the year to create a healthier mind, body and home. Discover how making small changes can make a significant difference in your life. Find out how you can reduce your exposure to allergens & toxins and create a healthier environment. Learn how you can easily switch to non-toxic beauty & cleaning products. Gain tips for making quick, healthy, allergy-friendly meals.
Jenna Drew
Topic: How to Improve Digestion with Essential Oils
Location: Lecture Area
Discover the top essential oils to improve digestion and over 20 other ways to use essential oils daily.
Jen Cuevas
Topic: Bridging the Divide: Gluten-Free to Grain-Free Living
Location: Lecture Area
Have you considered trying a grain-free or Paleo dietary lifestyle to resolve your health issues? Jen Cuevas, founder of The Gluten & Grain Free Gourmet, helps you journey beyond gluten-free. A certified gluten-free coach with a surprising health story, Jen coaches and trains individuals and groups to experience this new approach to eating. She shares her personal journey, along with tips and ideas to help you experience amazing results. Special note: Attendees of this presentation will receive a ticket to redeem for a special treat (limit one per person).
Demo Descriptions
Amanda Keenan
Topic: Tortillas and Beyond
Location: Demo Stage
Learn how to make fresh gluten-free tortillas in the comfort of your own kitchen. From traditional corn tortillas to savory chipotle tortillas and delectable sweet tortillas, this ancient staple is given delicious modern twists. This demo is presented by the Keenan family, which includes a dietary technician, a herbalist and a researcher. With over 60 years of combined experience cooking for special dietary needs, each family member brings a unique perspective to allergy-friendly living.
Tiffany Hinton
Topic: Amazing Gluten-Free Vegan Twinkies
Location: Demo Stage
Special-diet blogger Tiffany Hinton shares her secret recipe for delicious gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free Twinkies that look and taste just like the real thing! You and your kids will love this classic treat.
Coconut Bliss, Presented by Taylor Miller
Topic: Gluten Free/Dairy Free Ice Cream Cake
Location: Demo Stage
Gluten-free blogger Taylor Miller shows you how to make a quick, luscious ice cream cake using Coconut Bliss Dairy-Free Frozen Desserts. So easy!
Sue Hardesty Ritenour
Topic: Apple Nachos
Location: Demo Stage
Looking for a tasty dessert that’s easy to make, healthy and looks fantastic? Health and wellness coach Susan Hardesty-Ritenour demonstrates easy apple nachos, a healthy snack your kids will love. This recipe will be a great hit at your next dinner party!
Frank Friedman
Topic: Soft Pretzels
Location: Demo Stage
Do you ever crave a soft pretzel? Frank Friedman, co-founder of Colette and Frank’s Gluten Free Goodness, shows you how to make delicious gluten-free soft pretzels using a basic bread dough. Hot and fresh from the oven, you’ll love this recipe!