There’s nothing better than spending an entire day shredding perfect powder. So when lunchtime rolls around and stomachs starts grumbling, the last thing gluten-free skiers or snowboarders want to stress about is what they’re going to find to eat on the mountain. While some resorts like Breckenridge sell labeled, gluten-free snacks, most lodges don’t offer gluten-free alternatives. And even if you aren’t leading a gluten-free lifestyle, the food sold at ski lodges is often very expensive, so the best option is to pack your own snacks.

Stumped on which gluten-free snacks to pack? Check out our list:

• Nuts and seeds—they’re naturally gluten-free!
• Home-made trail mix
• Dried fruit
• Gluten-free pretzels or crackers with gluten-free peanut butter. We love Glutino’s Pretzel Snack Packs with Justin’s Honey Peanut Butter.
• Energy bars are easy to stash in your pocket for a quick snack. Larabars are gluten, dairy, and soy-free. LUNA produces a line of gluten-free protein bars. Other gluten-free options include BumbleBar’s Organic Energy Bars and KIND Fruit & Nut Bars.
• New Planet Beer, of course! Find out whether the ski resort your visiting serves NPB in its lodges using our Beer Locator.

What’s your favorite gluten-free snack?

Super Bowl Sunday is just a week away! Whether you’ll be rooting for the Ravens or the 49ers, you’ll need a little something tasty to keep your energy up as you and your friends shout at the screen. Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered with a few gluten-free Super Bowl snacks and recipes.

Gluten-Free Nachos

Ingredients:

• Gluten-free tortilla chips (Frito Lay’s list of gluten-free products, which was updated on January 13, 2013, will give you a few options, or make your own!)
• 4 cups gluten-free cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 can gluten-free black beans, rinsed
• 1/2 cup green onion, sliced
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, minced
• 1 cup gluten-free sour cream
• 1 cup gluten-free guacamole
• 1 small can of black olives, sliced
• 1-2 cups of chicken, pre-cooked and shredded
• 1/2 cup jalapeno pepper, sliced (optional)

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350° F. Spread the chips out in a pan, then cover them with shredded chicken, black beans, black olives, green onion, jalapeno pepper, and cheese. Bake until the cheese has melted. Remove from oven and top with sour cream and guacamole. Sprinkle cilantro on top.

Here are some more suggestions for great gluten-free Super Bowl snacks:

• Gluten-free chicken wings are a staple at Super Bowl Sunday parties.
• Fresh fruit or vegetable trays add something healthy to the spread.
• Who doesn’t love gluten-free pizza? If you’re feeling creative, work the dough into a football shape or using topping to write out the name of the team your supporting in the big game.
• Pair some hummus, guacamole, or spinach and artichoke dip with some crunchy gluten-free chips for an appetizer that’s easy to throw together.

Don’t forget to pick up a few packs of your favorite flavor of New Planet Beer, and have a fun Super Bowl Sunday!