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9 Tips to Cater to Every Need
FOOD ALLERGIES
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Even if you weren’t told about someone’s allergy in
advance, you’ll no doubt want to accommodate the
guest. A dish of rice tossed with steamed vegetables
and herbs is easy to put together and is usually
a safe bet.
DIETERS
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Serve salads and entrees plain, with sauces and
dressings on the side so guests can help themselves.
Have low-calorie salad dressings available.
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Arrange plenty of nicely decorated fruit and vegetable
platters on buffet tables.
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Offer a selection of berries and yogurt for
dessert parfaits.
OBSERVANT JEWS AND MUSLIMS
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No pork, bacon, ham or shellfish. For the strictly
observant, any meat that isn’t strictly kosher will
not be eaten. For those less observant, avoid
mixing dairy products with meat other than fish.
CURMUDGEONS
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They don’t like or eat anything, and there’s nothing
to be done with them. Fortunately, their ranks
are shrinking.
FOOD COPS
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Stay on top of food news. If blueberries are the
miracle food of the day, put out a lavish display of
fresh berries. If broccoli is hot, offer broccoli
in some form.
VEGETARIANS
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Feature foods with shape and definition, such as
stuffed vegetables, to replace meat on the plate.
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Look for ethnic inspiration. Greek, Middle Eastern
or Italian cuisines have a wealth of delicious
vegetable dishes.
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