About Us
The Inspiring Story Behind Gluten Libre
Gluten Libre started as a deeply personal project by Chloé Legrand after her celiac disease diagnosis in 2018. Like many newly diagnosed celiacs, Chloé found herself frustrated by the lack of reliable, trustworthy information about gluten-free dining options in France. Restaurant websites rarely mentioned gluten-free options, online reviews were inconsistent, and finding a truly safe meal outside the home felt like a constant gamble. Instead of accepting this frustrating reality, Chloé decided to create the comprehensive resource she desperately wished had existed - and Gluten Libre was born from this personal need.
Our Dedicated Team of Passionate Contributors
Today, Gluten Libre has grown into a thriving platform supported by a passionate team of dedicated contributors who share a common mission. Our team includes registered nutritionists and dietitians specialized in celiac disease management, professional food photographers who capture mouthwatering recipe images, creative recipe developers who test every dish multiple times, skilled community managers who keep our members engaged, and web developers who continuously improve our platform. Every single team member shares a personal connection to the gluten-free lifestyle, whether through their own diagnosis, a family member, or years of professional experience with the celiac community.
Our Extensive Ambassador Network Across France
Our remarkable network of over 50 dedicated ambassadors spread across France is the beating heart of Gluten Libre. These passionate volunteers help us verify restaurants in their local areas, ensuring our directory remains accurate and trustworthy. They organize community events and meetups to bring local celiacs together, and they actively spread awareness about celiac disease in their communities. Our ambassadors come from all walks of life but share one thing in common: a genuine desire to make life easier for fellow celiacs. Their on-the-ground presence is what makes Gluten Libre truly comprehensive and reliable.
Our Core Values: Trust, Community, and Quality
Three fundamental values guide everything we do at Gluten Libre. Trust: we never compromise on the accuracy of our restaurant verifications because we understand that a mistake could mean serious health consequences for our members. Community: we believe in building an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone feels welcome, understood, and valued regardless of how long they have been living gluten-free. Quality: we maintain high standards in every aspect of our platform, from the recipes we publish to the restaurants we verify to the content we create.
Looking Forward: Our Vision for the Future
Our ambitious goal is to expand our coverage to every region in France, including rural areas currently underserved by gluten-free options, and eventually extend across Europe to help celiacs traveling internationally. We are actively developing new innovative tools including a comprehensive mobile application with offline capabilities, strategic partnerships with restaurant chains to improve their gluten-free protocols, and educational programs for culinary schools. For similar resources in other countries, we recommend checking Gluten-Free Living magazine.