Born from a New Jersey sister’s search for a gluten-free version of the pastina she grew up eating, Eat Senza makes allergen-free pantry foods, beginning with Lil Pastina. Co-founders Krista and Jake bring backgrounds in content strategy and CPG creative production to their miniature, star-shaped Stelline, which is free of gluten and the top nine common food allergens. The couple launched the brand after Krista’s sister was diagnosed with Celiac disease, with a focus on making familiar comfort food easier for more people to enjoy.
The Greater KneadAfter her sister and grandfather were diagnosed with Celiac disease in 2012, founder and CEO Michelle Carfagno set out to bring Sunday bagel day back to the family table; The Greater Knead now makes chewy, gluten-free bagels and soft pretzels in a dedicated facility free from the top nine allergens. Its products are certified gluten-free by GFCO and designed to offer familiar baked-good texture to people with allergies, sensitivities and intolerances. A portion of every purchase supports organizations working on food insecurity and access to allergen-free food.BENSALEM, PA
Everybody Eats, IncEverybody Eats began in Brooklyn in 2004 when lifelong celiac Pedro Arroba started baking with $600 after failing to find bread he wanted to eat. Two decades later, his personal approach still defines the bakery, which makes handmade gluten-free food for people managing celiac disease and other allergies. Its dedicated facility supports that mission while Arroba continues developing breads and treats with familiar flavor and texture.BROOKLYN, NY
Katz Gluten FreeFounded in 2006 after Mrs. Katz began baking for her two celiac children, Katz Gluten Free has grown from a home-kitchen experiment into a Mountainville, New York bakery making indulgent gluten-free baked goods. Its dedicated facility produces treats designed for people managing multiple food intolerances, with products certified gluten-, dairy-, sesame- and nut-free. Katz also provides certified gluten-free contract manufacturing and private-label support for other allergen-friendly baked-goods brands.MOUNTAINVILLE, NY
Bella LuciaFounded in 2009 as an Altoona cottage industry, Bella Lucia makes Italian-style gluten-free pizzelle cookies by hand, still baking just two at a time on a pizzelle iron. Named for the founders’ late mother, the company became incorporated in 2011 and says it is North America’s only gluten-free pizzelle manufacturer. Its cookies are made in a 100% gluten-free facility and are non-GMO, all-natural, preservative-free, and additive-free.ALTOONA, PA