Being diagnosed with celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder triggered by a reaction to gluten protein, which is found in wheat flour as well as many other common grains, has only had a minimal effect on how Monica Glass, Pastry Chef at 10 Arts by Eric Ripert, creates desserts, according to Gluten Free Philly. The site’s in-depth Q+A with Glass, who works alongside Top Chef alum Jennifer Carroll, reveals that the condition has not quelled her passion for designing pastries. Since learning that she had the condition, Glass takes precautionary steps to minimize exposure to flour, but still must taste everything that comes out the kitchen. Without sacrificing her tempting array of non-gluten-free desserts, Glass strives to create sweets that are safe for those with celiac disease and food allergies. [Gluten Free Philly]
