2 aspiring board members visited the Christmas market in Luxembourg City several times to investigate the gluten-free foods and drinks that are being sold. This is for the first time, and ALIG is very happy with this initiative which it plans to develop next year.

Most operators gave their responses in a sympathetic manner.
Caution Particular attention has been paid to eating grilled sausages (Grillwurscht), hamburgers or other sausages, as the buns are almost always cut in half above the grill.

Those interested in reading this short summary, which is nothing more than a well-founded personal impression, can request it by mail or by telephone to the secretariat.

The Association of European Companies (AOECS) has informed us that more and more new biodegradable packaging is in circulation. Some of these containers such as plates or straws can be produced from cereals. Some countries have launched studies into the possible transmission of gluten to foods served in such packaging.

In Luxembourg we were able to spot this packaging, particularly during major events. For the moment it is about stay attentive and be well informed on the exact composition of these products. For example, there are straws for which there is no risk of contamination.

Gluten-free products from the Nutrifree brand can be ordered on the Nutrifree website. Mondial Food  in Bettembourg. Delivery is free from 25€.

Some foods from the bakery Poensgen are on sale in Pallzenter and can also be delivered to Luxembourg, the delivery costs are €8. Their products are made from wheat starch. The bakery has specialized in making bread for various diets for 35 years. Their gluten-free assortment is checked regularly to guarantee a gluten level < 20 ppm.

After sending the new edition of our product guide, our website will be updated with the availability and/or choice of gluten-free products on sale in Luxembourg. We invite you to consult it regularly to stay informed about the latest news.

A recipe for small Christmas cookies, whose decoration will delight young and old alike. There recipe is made available by the Poensgen bakery.

For people short of ideas and/or time, bofrost has a delicious gluten-free Kaiserschmarrn in its new assortment. A specialty straight from Austria and enhanced with macerated raisins.