Whether you are interested in office catering for a special corporate event or your weekly team meeting, the gesture will not go unnoticed or unappreciated by your employees—especially when you show thoughtfulness in the selections. For example, make sure to note any members of staff with food allergies, religious beliefs that may impact what they eat, or who practice vegetarianism, veganism, or another form of health-conscious dieting. This way, you can ensure there are appropriate dishes for everyone, such as the suggestions provided below.

Office Catering for Special Diets

Vegan & Vegetarian

A leading food publication estimates that 7.3 million people are vegetarian, while a smaller amount is vegan—1.6 million. Vegans don’t eat any animal products, including honey, while vegetarians focus on not eating meat, but may still consume animal products such as cheese or butter. Both of these dietary choices focus on vegetables and fruits. Delicious options that will accommodate both include grilled Portobello mushrooms, veggie burgers, or veggie-based salad rolls or wraps. In addition, salad-based entrees may also be enjoyed by those who are diabetic, low-carb, or gluten-free.

Gluten-Free

More and more people are eliminating gluten from their diets, although only 1 in 100 Americans has been diagnosed with Celiac Disease, a condition where the body can’t digest gluten. Fortunately, many excellent substitutes for flour-based goods are tasty and easily sourced. Delicious gourmet salads with steak or shrimp, rice paper wraps, egg rolls, and pasta dishes made with gluten-free pasta are sure to satisfy those with gluten intolerance.

Low Carb & Low Sugar

The rise of diabetes and the popularity of low carb diets have made every office catering menu need to have options that are low in carbohydrates and low in sugar. Diabetes affects 30.3 million Americans, with an even greater amount presenting pre-diabetic conditions, so refined sugars and bread bombs are off limits. In addition, many people are opting for Paleo and Ketogenic diets, which restrict carbs, grains, and even dairy. To keep all these folks happy, choose veggie packed entrees with lean meats, such as grilled kabobs, Asian dishes, or grilled salmon with steamed vegetables and quinoa. For desserts, make sure there is plenty of fresh, unsweetened fruit.

Millions of Americans are choosing alternative dietary choices that are easy to accommodate with forethought. Corporate Caterers—South Houston offers businesses in Harris County, TX, an extensive, varied menu for all corporate events that require office catering. Read satisfied customer reviews on Facebook, view pictures of their delicious offerings online, and then call (713) 838-7999 to start planning today.