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ENTERTAINING

TIPS FOR WORKING WITH FOOD ALLERGIES & FOOD PREFERENCES

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Today we are chatting about allergies and food preferences coming into play when you are hosting an event! As an Event Coordinator I have definitely seen the increase of food preferences and allergies over the past few years. Overall people have shifted their outlook on eating and health which has become more prevalent when planning meals for groups at event.

After receiving everyone’s food requirements it can get overwhelming very fast. This can definitely make things a little more difficult when planning a meal for a group of people but I find it a fun challenge to try to incorporate everyone’s needs and still have an amazing spread for everyone! I’ve gathered some tips below that have helped me over the years to to help with the process and make things as easy as possible for you.

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SALADS

IKEA POTATO SALAD

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To tell you the truth, normally I am not a fan of potato salad! I just haven’t found one I loveeee……but that all recently changed!

Enter the IKEA POTATO SALAD! I know you are probably wondering – did IKEA start making potato salad? Is it served in the food court? Although I’m sure that would be Ah-Mazing….this is not the case. They do have the one product that will change your life forever tho – SÅS SENAP & DILL MUSTARD SAUCE. This is truly the most delicious mustard sauce ever! Seriously that good! Now this sauce is my secret perfect ingredient in making the best potato salad!


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APPETIZERS

TORTILLA PINWHEELS

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These tortilla pinwheels are such an easy thing to whip up if you need a quick appetizer. I’ve created two recipes below which you can follow or change up with your own ideas! I love this appetizer because you can essentially customize it in multiple ways. Also this can be more than just an appetizer – makes a great lunch or snack in general!

I have to be honest with you – these guys do not photograph well! I haven’t encountered this often but I promise they are more delicious than they seem – especially the spinach smoked salmon (my fav!). Don’t judge a book by its cover!

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APPETIZERS

ROASTED GARLIC GUACAMOLE DIP

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Our household obsession for avocados has officially reached new heights and I’m definitely not mad about it! My husband and I were grocery shopping the other day and I picked up an avocado to purchase, looked at it for 2 seconds and placed it in our cart. I wish I had a picture of this avocado but it was essentially the size of half my head. Not my hand…not my fist…my head! We are officially those people that buy the largest possible avocado know to man and thoroughly enjoy it!

Now what is the best thing to make with your lovely new avocado? Guacamole obviously! I’ve created a dip with my other obsession – roasted garlic. I promise the two play nicely together! This dip is extremely easy to make and extremely easy to finish in one sitting – I suggest doubling or tripling the recipe if you have a few people over!

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APPETIZERS

NACHO SALSA DIP

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The countdown to the Superbowl is officially on and I have the perfect salsa dip for you! This multi-layer dip makes an appearance at most of our special occasions and is always a crowd favourite. The recipe actually came from my best friend Tanja and it was too good not to share! We have both modified it many times to include various ingredients we love (see below for options) and it keeps getting better each time!

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