If you ask others to bring something you KNOW there will be CC at best or downright gluten ingredients at worst. To save money you could even make the chili a vegetarian type. But even if you decide to put meat in it you won't need that much. I love the idea of chili.

We have carnivores and herbivores in our family so I like the idea of having two types. That sounds pretty easy. I will definitely save that idea! hard to justify a wedding with costs but we both are family oriented and want our families with us to celebrate. But again, nothing set in stone just yet.

I second Bartfull's vote to elope. I loved wearing a wedding dress but the wedding was a big expense that could have been spent on other things, and it was such a busy day that I barely remember any of it as it is.

But, if you do have a wedding, a pig roast is a fun thing to do and not likely to get contaminated. Roast some potatoes and some corn with it, have a couple of types of salads, and you have a great meal that suits the mountain setting.

Or, you could not focus on a meal. Just do appetizers for a morning or afternoon thing. You could also do an evening weenie roast if you want to keep it causual. Have fun planning! I say elope and go for the house! That is what we are telling our daughter.

Besides, I am the fourth generation only daughter to be married by the Justice of the Peace! My daughter would be the fifth! Just our parents and siblings attended the wedding.

We had lunch afterwards. After our Honeymoon to the East Coast for Fall Foliage funded by frequent flier miles, hotel and rental points those were there days! Then we moved into our bungalow.

A year later, we went to Europe by then we were sick of each other -- NOT! I wore my simple wedding dress to three other occasions. When my husband's sister got married, he stood up and wore a Tux. I was guest book attendant and wore my wedding dress. We got some lovely professional photographs six months later and no one was the wiser!

Congrats on the engagement! I definitely recommend not going beyond your means for a big wedding. You can do something nice for a reasonable amount. Definitely the easiest ways to cut costs are skipping a meal-have the wedding mid afternoon and just do snacks, and since gluten-free food can be expensive, focus on things that are naturally gluten-free.

Wedding cakes are expensive to begin with, so if you have a family member or even yourself if you want to do that who can do cupcakes, you can get away with buying a couple boxes of gluten-free cake mix, make frosting, and then whatever small decorations for the tops, like some of those fancy sugars, etc.

If you are blessed to know someone who can do a cake and make it look really nice, same thing with that just have them make it in your kitchen on your gluten-free cookware.

Even if you have to buy extra pans and such for this, it will be much lower than the cost of getting something from a bakery plus the added cost of a dedicated gluten-free bakery. For food, definitely meat and veggies, fruit, things that are naturally gluten-free and not as costly are a good way to go.

If you have veggie people, you can do something like Kabobs and make various kinds. I am assuming you will be doing this in warmer weather, lol They can all be put together the night before, cooked in an oven or on a grill the day of and kept warm.

Can do some with chicken, beef, tofu, then various veggies so everyone gets what they like. In general, avoiding gluten-free substitute foods will help keep the food costs down, especially if you want to do a meal.

Salad is something that is cheap and filling and easy to make, and you can have a few bowls of naturally gluten-free salad dressing out for people to dress their own. Fruit salad as well, just get whatever is in season and good and throw it together. Brisket you can feed a huge crown with, at a decent price.

Could do BBQ type sides or something like mashed potatoes and corn, etc. A taco bar would be an easy thing to keep everyone happy and gluten-free. Just do the meats, keep hot in crock pots, and all the sides.

White corn tortillas and hard taco shells, etc. Lately I have heard a lot of people doing things other than cake for weddings. Like root beer floats, chocolate fondue with fruit, sundae bars, etc. If you aren't a cake person this may be a fun thing to do, especially for something like an afternoon wedding where you don't do a meal.

Appetizers that would be easy to do They sell crunchmaster crackers in bulk at Sams club if you don't want to go without. Lastly, not serving alcohol will save on the budget, and also ensure no bad drunk guests, lol.

Open Original Shared Link. Open Original Shared Link I make this with a pork roast and bbq sauce, put it in and forget about it, few hours later perfect pork.

A wedding definitely doesn't have to be a budget breaker. We had a lot of friends and family helping out. our little moosie is growing up too fast. you can tell how the marriage went because there was a divorce and a second wedding to a different guy!

we got a keg. the kids all went swimming and the guests threw us both into the pond. our wedding song dance was: ok, whatever the next song is sam cook, 'you send me' - turned out to be a good one! lolz, we used a ring he had already given me for the previous Christmas wearing it right now my girlfriend video-taped it see how long we've been married!?

at the end of the ceremony everyone had balloons and they released them as we were 'announced' for the first time. first dance? see where i'm going, here. if you want to celebrate your day with your people, it doesn't matter what the wedding is like it's really about the marriage eloping would be probably less stressful with less to plan, but if you have a cheap wedding, you will get more presents what does the mister want to do?

our son just got married impromptu in october, with just a few family members present. they are going to have a celebration in may. i think we had and nobody starved, lolz. very happy for you, kiddo.

edited to clarify i didn't marry the same guy again. If you do want to do the wedding at the cabin--sounds lovely by the waythere may be a caterer that is well versed in gluten-free cooking. Buying all the food and the time to prep and clean it up just might be worth the cost of the caterer, especially since the rest of your costs will be minimal.

The last wedding I was at guest the caterer was very well versed in gluten-free food and those of us that were gluten-free had a lovely meal. We eloped at first but going on our 7th yr married, our renewal will be big, with the wedding dress and all the other things.

Just saying in short if you do elope you can always have a sweet renewal. By knitty kitty · Posted 1 hour ago. By Scott Adams · Posted 1 hour ago. By Scott Adams · Posted 2 hours ago. This site uses cookies. Continued use is acceptance of our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

More Info Welcome to Celiac. Sign In Sign Up. com Sponsor A1 :. com Sponsor A1-M :. Improved Digestive Health: As mentioned earlier, gluten can cause digestive issues for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

By eliminating it from the menu, you create a safer and more comfortable dining experience for these individuals. A Healthier Alternative: Many gluten-free options are made from whole grains, which means they are rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber. By incorporating them into your menu, you can offer attendees a healthier alternative to traditional event food.

Increased Awareness and Inclusivity: By offering gluten-free options, you show that you care about the needs of your attendees and are willing to accommodate them.

This not only creates a positive experience for those with dietary restrictions but also promotes inclusivity and understanding among all attendees.

If you are an event planner looking to include gluten-free catering in your events, here are some tips to keep in mind:. Communicate with your attendees beforehand about dietary restrictions and allergies through registration forms or surveys.

Work closely with the caterer to design a menu that caters to all dietary needs, including gluten-free options. Ensure proper labeling and separation of gluten-free dishes to avoid cross-contamination. Educate the event staff on the importance of handling and serving gluten-free dishes correctly.

By incorporating this option in your event menus, you not only cater to those with specific dietary restrictions but also promote inclusivity and create a healthier dining experience for all attendees. So, the next time you plan an event, consider including gluten-free catering to make it a more wholesome and inclusive experience for everyone.

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Your first step to ask whether your caterer can provide gluten-free options for guests who prefer it. If your venue Navigating special events when you eat gluten free can be tricky. Do you request a gluten-free meal or let it go? Any event that involves food may require gluten free catering options. Events that are more likely to require gluten-

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Affordable celiac-friendly event planning - These rules of thumb can help make planning your next event an easy and DELICIOUS gluten-free experience! Your first step to ask whether your caterer can provide gluten-free options for guests who prefer it. If your venue Navigating special events when you eat gluten free can be tricky. Do you request a gluten-free meal or let it go? Any event that involves food may require gluten free catering options. Events that are more likely to require gluten-

As a gluten-free guest, I always try to be considerate of the challenges faced by a party host. I host a lot of barbecues, impromptu feeds, and parties. One thing I do at my parties is create a diverse menu to accommodate the various diets of my friends.

I doubt most people realize that everything they eat at my house is completely gluten-free. In addition to gluten-free friends, we know vegetarians, vegans, people with lactose intolerance, people who only eat meat, diabetics, and chocoholics man, talk about a tough group to please!

I like to make sure there is something for everybody on the table. Especially since I often accommodate several dietary restrictions in a single dish. For those who are hosting gluten-free guests, there are many easy ways to feed your gluten-free without investing a lot of time and money into special foods.

Yes, being gluten-free on a full-time basis requires a lot of effort, but trust me when I say your efforts, big or small, will be greatly appreciated. Again, as a gluten-free guest, I sincerely appreciate hosts who make an effort on my behalf.

I realize the challenges presented by the gluten-free lifestyle, and I also hope these tips make it easier for you to accommodate your friends. But this hybrid of wheat and rye exists and must be considered. Your email address will not be published.

Skip to content. Run ideas by your GF guest if possible. Most of the stuff we eat on a regular basis is inherently gluten-free. Unprocessed Foods Are Safest — Meats, vegetables, fruits, cheeses are naturally gluten-free, so serving them is generally safe.

You will need to read labels for foods that are prepackaged or prepared in advance as gluten-containing ingredients may be used.

Seasonings, Sauces, and Marinades — Use salt and pepper on meats and vegetables. Spice and seasoning blends sometimes contain wheat. Soy sauce generally contains gluten, so avoid using it in sauces.

Note that there are many GF barbecue sauces available commercially. Serve Gluten-Free Drinks — Wine, most hard liquors, soft drinks, fruit drinks, water are all gluten-free. Beer, unless it is specifically GF, is not. Serve Gluten-Free Snacks — Fruit, nuts without any coatings or seasonings, since that requires you to be a label detective!

Reduce Chances of Cross-Contamination Separate Spaces — Create separate areas for gluten-filled items such as cookies and cakes and gluten-free foods to reduce the chances of cross-contamination.

If you are serving dips or spreads including condiments that may come into contact with crackers, toasts, or other gluten-containing foods, they will be contaminated with gluten. Your GF guest will be educated enough to avoid these items. Secret Sources of Gluten — Cross-contamination can happen even earlier, of course.

If you think this has happened, please let your guest know to avoid the condiments or other foods. We probably will, out of habit, but a gentle reminder never goes amiss!

Gluten-Free First — Whenever possible, prepare gluten-free foods first. And let your GF guest move to the front of the line when serving foods buffet-style. Finally, for my further piece of mind I recommend venues which do one wedding at a time as this limits the risk of cross contamination.

Have the wedding at a park, or alternative setting: This option offers more control over food, but leaves most of the planning and preparing up to you. Retrieved from ManoloBrides. com Who: If someone is more stressed about control, this offers a large amount of control over everything and is ideal for such a person.

This is not for someone who will stress out and not have a fun wedding because they need to plan. How: Think of parks you like, or quirky locations near you. Also consider a backyard! For caterers, be sure to make sure they have separate gluten free equipment or wash it extensively.

Make sure to ask them what their prices include and what you would need to provide for them. My suggestions thus far: Remember that this will add up and is not necessarily cheaper than a venue reception! When you are doing it on your own you need to think everything from chairs, tables, and tents to silverware, plates, kitchen availability, bathroom availability, and much much more.

In regards to caterers, try going with someplace you know you like unless you can sample food prior to the event. I am sure there are other options out there, but these are the two that seemed most fitting in our situation.

What ever way you go, your decision is up to you. Be sure to see where your stress rests with the questions above and make a decision from there.

Also consider looking at this article on gluten free wedding tips by I Live In My Lab AKA Sara. She has a great way of making what you need to ask simplistic! We had looked at catering and having it out east but the stress was overwhelming and planning this seemed to make us less budget restricted.

So, that being said, we are moving forward with looking at venues on Long Island. Now, maybe I am a bit more vocal, up front, and blunt yet kind when it comes to communication but I have no difficulty telling people what I would want, doing what I want, and asking the right questions. com if you have any thing you would like seen addressed in this series!

Hmmm, maybe you could pen a book to share more of your experiences! Thanks Paula, it is fun but exhausting! Lots to consider, I feel like I am breaking new ground although I KNOW other brides have been in the same situation.

Primary Menu Skip to content. Search for:. My ring, distracting me from driving As I posted in this post back in October, my lovely Panera Bread manager proposed to me on October 13th.

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