In modern times, it’s hard to get even a small group of people together without encountering allergies, sensitivities, and preferences in food. Everything from allergies that can send someone to the hospital to an ethical choice to avoid meat can cause the need for special options when it comes to cuisine. As someone planning a wedding, you may wonder how much or how little to accommodate these needs. Most people will quickly and happily remove peanuts from the menu to avoid anaphylactic shock, but what other ways can you choose your wedding reception menu to maximize the happiness of the guests and the comfort of those with sensitivities" Here are some rules of thumb to follow as you prepare your reception choices.
Ask for Food Sensitivities with RSVPs One of the easiest ways to know what food restrictions you are likely to run into with your guests is to ask as early as possible! If you happen to know your cousin has Celiac disease, or that you have a high percentage of vegetarians in the crowd, you will be able to respond to that. However, if you want to have as complete a picture as possible, it’s wise to ask on your RSVP cards. This way, you can make sure to pass more exact figures on to your caterers. Even if you’ve already discussed having a wheat-free or nut-free section of the meal, this can help them order correctly.
Create “Modular” Options for a Buffet

When dealing with a variety of food needs, one way to create the meal is t...