Meet Katherine

I’m So Glad You’re Here!

Ten years of navigating gluten-free life in Dallas and I've learned exactly where to go, what to order, and what questions to ask. You don't have to figure it out alone.

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My Story

I Started This Because I Was Tired of Guessing

You know that feeling when you're scanning the menu for the 10th time while everyone else has already ordered? That's exactly where this started.

I'm not celiac, just gluten-sensitive, and for a long time eating out meant sticking to the same two safe spots or quietly stressing about cross-contamination while pretending everything was fine.

In February 2025, I started sharing my honest gluten-free finds on Instagram, mostly because I was already doing all the research and figured... I might as well bring y'all along.

Within weeks people were messaging me saying they had been looking for exactly this. Someone who actually gets it, who isn't going to sugarcoat a bad experience or hype up a spot that isn't safe.

Today GlutenFreeDallasGirl has grown into a community of over 15,000 who are done stressing and ready to actually enjoy eating out again.

“I started this page for the girl who just wants to eat out without the anxiety. Turns out there were a lot of us.”

What we're all About

The Values Behind Everything

These are the values that guide every recommendation, every event, and every post.

Joy Over Restriction

Gluten-free doesn't mean missing out. It means finding the spots that make you forget you ever had to worry in the first place.

Genuine Community

These aren't just followers. They show up to meetups, they DM me when they find a new spot, and they genuinely cheer each other on.

Supporting Local

Every single business I feature is local to DFW. The small bakers and restaurant owners who go the extra mile for us deserve every bit of attention we can give them.

Honest Reviews

If it's not good, I'm not going to tell you it is. Every recommendation comes from a real visit, real questions, and a real opinion.

Inclusivity First

Whether you're celiac, gluten sensitive, or just here to support someone you love, there is absolutely a seat at this table for you.

Human First

This is just me, going to restaurants, asking too many questions, and sharing everything I find with y'all.

The Mission

Making Gluten-Free Feel Like an Adventure

This isn't a wellness brand and it's definitely not a diet brand. It's a community built on the belief that you deserve incredible food and people to enjoy it with.

I scout the best gluten-free spots in DFW so you don't have to stress about it.
I build a space where everyone feels safe, seen, and fed.
I champion the local businesses that go out of their way for us.
I show up as the big sister your group chat keeps texting about.
And, I host events that feel like a really good time, because that's exactly what they are.

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GLUTEN-FREE FINDS

My Current Obsessions

Fresh finds, recent visits, and the spots I haven't stopped thinking about since I left.

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