Spaccanapoli 

Gluten-free Italian fare? This restaurant is known for its twist on traditional Italian food. And when you combine the warm ambiance with gluten-free options, you’re on to a winner. Just say you’re coeliac and you’ll have your pasta or pizza pronto. Try the spaghetti al pomodoro e basilico, penne alla norma con bufala campana or lasagna tradizionale Spaccanapoli. Pizza options include margherita, gorgonzola and Napoletana. Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi, Hamdan Street. Contact: 02 616 6261.

JONES THE GROCER 

Coeliacs have tasty options at this Aussie deli including wheat-free and vegetarian fusilli salad with buratta, grilled zucchini, chili, basil and homemade rocket pesto. Paleo fans will love the lemongrass, pumpkin and ginger soup. Sample the homemade granola and puffed rice with berry compote and low-fat yoghurt in a jar or the tomato and cheese gluten-free baked pasta. Various locations including Pearl Plaza Tower, next to Oryx Hotel, Al Khalidiya. Contact: 02 639 5883 www.jonesthegrocer.com 

FIRIN

Gluten-free options are the norm at this homey bakery. Munch on savoury breads, fatayer or saaj – or try the homemade gluten-free and vegan pizzas. But we especially love the sweet stuff: cookies, cupcakes, muffins and cakes. Try the chai halleb, one of the signature cakes that’s perfect with a cup of tea. Ground level, Building A, RDK Rawdhat, opposite Hilton Capital Grand. Contact: 02 447 1711 www.facebook.com/firinbakeryuae