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Composition with common food allergens in bowls and glasses; food allergies. Food allergies are a critical safety priority. Use this checklist to ensure allergen-friendly, inclusive meals and safe dining experiences at your events.
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Food Allergies: A Critical Safety Priority for Meeting Professionals

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Food Allergies: A Critical Safety Priority for Event Professionals The devastating news of Dominique Brown, who lost her life due to an apparent food allergic reaction at an event, is a sobering reminder that managing food allergies is a critical safety priority for event professionals. This tragedy highlights how easily a lack of preparation or communication can result in irreparable consequences, emphasizing the need for meticulous attention to food and beverage (F&B) planning. Food allergies are not a minor inconvenience; they are life-threatening conditions that demand consideration at every stage of the event planning process. Whether it’s a plated dinner,…

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Top F&B Compliance Policies Every Event Planner Needs for Safe, Sustainable Events

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Food and beverage compliance policies are essential for ensuring safety, satisfaction, and inclusivity at events. The first full week of November is Corporate Compliance & Ethics Week, sponsored by the Society of Corporate Compliance & Ethics. This week-long celebration highlights the importance of compliance and ethics across industries, emphasizing awareness, recognition, and reinforcement. This is the perfect moment to closely examine policies in event food and beverage management. Whether you’re an event planner or a caterer, having well-defined food and beverage compliance policies ensures that everyone’s needs are met safely and thoughtfully. What protocols do you have in place? Are…

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