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,…
In this episode of “Eating at a Meeting,” experts share insights on crafting inclusive event menus. Learn how to enhance dining experiences, manage dietary restrictions, and engage guests with unique dishes and interactive elements.
Kayla King, Founder & CEO of MyMeal, talks with Tracy about the challenges of eating out with food allergies and celiac disease and about the app she created to help people with food restrictions find safe restaurant meals.
Check out Tracy’s conversations with 20 Black Culinarians who are shaping the food and beverage industry, from BBQ to vegan cuisine and more.
Samantha Kenny is a Senior Program Officer with World Wildlife Fund’s global food waste team. She focuses on strategies for hospitality and food service businesses to address food waste.
Elise Buellesbach chats with Tracy about what she’s working on related to on-campus dining, when food is an inclusive issue, how she wants to encourage conversations about food allergies, and what it takes her to be safe.
Get Comfortable With Diverse Dietary Needs: An inclusive outlook on food and beverage diversity for the new year.
Tracy chats with Chef Todd Annis of Cru Catering about how the catering business is booming but staffing is scarce, tastings, dietary needs, and more.
Together (and separately) Caroline Benjamin and Jacqui McPeake share their passion for food allergens and intolerance awareness of across the food industry.
Debbie Bruce with the Canadian Canadian Anaphylaxis Initiative discusses with Tracy how safety + inclusion in food service can improve the bottom line.