Hayley Simpson is a Bachelor of Journalism graduate and writer for Gluten-Free Palate who’s been working in the hospitality industry for nearly 20 years. She also writes for other award-winning food sites, such as Smoked BBQ Source and Mediterranean Living.
When she’s not writing about food, you’ll find her writing travel content for her own blog, Hayley on Holiday. Her work has been featured on Matador Network, Culture Trip, and Lonely Planet.
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By Hayley Simpson / Last Modified On January 14, 2025If you live in – or are from the Southern United States – you’ve probably enjoyed a hearty bowl of grits
By Hayley Simpson / Last Modified On November 10, 2025When Happy Hour calls your name, it should be a time to destress – not worry about ingredient lists. With this
Most Cheetos varieties are gluten-free and confirmed by Frito-Lay through analytical testing. Here's the complete breakdown by flavor plus our top picks for certified gluten-free alternatives if you want a labeled option.
By Hayley Simpson / Last Modified On November 10, 2025Think your days of hot chocolate with marshmallows and or Rice Krispies treats are over? Think again! Today we’re answering a
By Hayley Simpson / Last Modified On November 10, 2025Looking for something to pair with your gluten-free spaghetti and unsure whether your pasta sauce fits the bill? Is tomato sauce
By Hayley Simpson / Last Modified On November 10, 2025Visiting the city that never sleeps? You’ll definitely work up an appetite pounding the pavement. New York is home to nearly
By Hayley Simpson / Last Modified On August 27, 2023If you follow a gluten-free diet, you may think you need to give up your beloved bowl of cereal for breakfast
By Hayley Simpson / Last Modified On November 10, 2025Finding a cereal that’s suitable for a gluten-free diet isn’t always a walk in the park. Unfortunately, if you’re new to
By Hayley Simpson / Last Modified On November 10, 2025If you’re new to a gluten-free lifestyle, we know how overwhelming it can be to determine which spices, herbs, and seasonings
By Hayley Simpson / Last Modified On May 12, 2025Boxed cake mixes are a fantastic kitchen shortcut. They’re easy to make, available in plenty of varieties, and can be used
By Hayley Simpson / Last Modified On November 10, 2025Since it hit the plant-based milk market, oat milk has taken the world by storm. With its neutral taste, lower carbon
By Hayley Simpson / Last Modified On May 12, 2025With a gluten-free lifestyle, you might think you have to give up all the good stuff. But we’re here to reassure
By Hayley Simpson / Last Modified On May 12, 2025Just like this handy blog, gluten-free cookbooks are a must for people following a gluten-free lifestyle. But with so many available,
By Hayley Simpson / Last Modified On May 12, 2025If you’re a regular reader of Gluten-Free Palate, we’re sure you’ve seen a paleo recipe here and there. While all our
By Hayley Simpson / Last Modified On May 12, 2025Hershey Kisses are a sweet staple in households, especially when they appear in stockings and on top of cookies during the