Today's Celiac Friendly country brings us to Argentina. Argentina is one of the most Celiac friendly countries in the world. With a law that passed toward the end of 2009, products must be labelled gluten free, so Celiacs know that it is safe for consumption.
If traveling to Buenos Aires, Argentina, you will find many stores with a wheat free symbol, which says 'Sin TACC," which translates to "without wheat, barley, rye, and oats." Also, during your travels to Buenos Aires, you will find a few cafes, which will have signs in the windows, saying 'Aptos para celiacos,' meaning, 'suitable for coeliacs.'
Fellow Celiacs that have traveled to Buenos Aires, have spoken a great deal about a bakery called, "Celigourmet," which is a 100% gluten free bakery. People have raved about their baked goods, and sandwiches. Restaurants are well aware of Celiac Disease, and the importance of being gluten free.
So, if you find yourself craving a South American getaway, choose beautiful Argentina. Not only will you be able to take in the wonders of this lovely country, you will be able to indulge in some succulent gluten free treats, native to the area.
Sources:
http://glutenfreetraveller.com/topics-2/travel-adventures/first-impressions-of-buenos-aires/
http://happyceliac.wordpress.com/2011/11/23/gluten-free-in-argentina-part-22/
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