Dietaries

Vegetarian

Vegetarians do not consume products or by products of animals which includes all animal meats, poultry, fish and other seafoods but do typically consume eggs, dairy and honey.

Vegan

A vegan diet avoids all animal-derived products, including dairy, meat, seafood, eggs and honey, as well as ingredients like gelatine, rennet, animal stocks or fats. Vegan catering follows the same principles, focusing on plant-based food that is flavourful, satisfying and suitable for a wide range of events. Our vegan food options are designed for everything from casual office meetings to large celebrations. Whether you are planning a vegan wedding, organising a vegan buffet for a corporate function, or searching for vegan catering options near you, there are flexible menus to suit different needs and guest preferences. Popular choices include vegan sandwich platters, fresh salads, grazing tables and vegan breakfast catering with pastries, fruit, wraps and hot plant-based dishes. For us, vegan catering is important. We focus on providing affordable, customised and delicious options that are inclusive and work for everyone, making it easy to host an event with food that all guests can enjoy.

No Added Gluten

Items marked No Added Gluten are prepared without ingredients containing wheat, barley or rye. Some items may include oats that are not certified gluten free.

As our food is prepared in a shared production kitchen with common equipment and preparation areas, we cannot guarantee the absence of trace amounts of gluten.

This category may not be suitable for guests with coeliac disease. For coeliac or highly sensitive guests, please speak with our team so we can guide you to the most suitable options.

No Added Dairy

Items marked No added dairy are prepared without milk, butter, cream, yoghurt, cheese or other dairy ingredients, including whey and casein.

This category may be suitable for guests avoiding dairy for lifestyle reasons or mild intolerance. However, as our food is prepared in a shared production kitchen with common equipment and preparation areas, we cannot guarantee the absence of trace amounts of milk proteins.

For guests with a severe milk allergy, please speak with our team so we can guide you to the most suitable options.

Eggs are not a dairy product and may be included in some No Added Dairy items.

Halal Compliant

Sharia Law outlines certain guidelines to animal slaughtering for those following a Halal diet. Pigs and alcohol can not be consumed including alcohol used within cooking.

No Added Garlic

Garlic is very high in fructan, which is type of carbohydrate. Those on low-FODMAP diets try to avoid garlic as it is believed it can contribute to symptoms of irritable bowl syndrome.

No Added Onion

Very similar to garlic and is believed it can contribute to symptoms of irritable bowl syndrome. Others may find they have food intolerances to it. Onion may be critical to a delicious dish although we can usually find a good substitution.

No Added Soy

The soy-free diet is a modification to a normal diet that eliminates soybeans and ingredients containing by-products of soybeans. Soybeans are a legume that are often found in Asian cuisines. Common ingredients containing soybean are miso, soy sauce, tempeh, soy milk and textured vegetable protein (TVP).

No Added Tree Nut

This is the most common of allergies with reactions of consumption ranging from mild to life threatening symptoms. Tree nuts include walnuts, almonds, hazelnuts, pecans, cashews and pistachios. Note - Sunflower, sesame and poppy are seeds, not nuts.

No Added Peanut

A peanut is a member of the legume family. It has become a very serious and common allergy that can indeed be life threatening. Peanut free means it doesn’t contain peanuts, peanut butter, peanut oil or any derivative of peanuts at all.

No Added Sesame

Ingredients to avoid are sesame oil, Tahini (sesame paste), hummus and sesame seeds black or white just to name a few.

No Added Egg

Egg allergy is one of the most common food allergies in infants and young children affecting about 9% of preschool children. It is less common in older children and adults. It is usually due to allergy (IgE) antibodies against egg proteins. Symptoms can be mild or very severe.

No Added Shellfish

Shellfish include both crustaceans and molluscs. Examples of these are crab, clams, oysters, prawns, lobster, scallops, mussels and bugs. Your guests on this diet can eat white fish, sardines, anchovies, tuna and salmon. Some fish stocks and fish sauces also contain shellfish.

Nourish

“Catering with a Conscience” Nourish promotes wellness by offering nutritious, well-rounded snacks and meals as part of our menu collection, easily identified by a menu key. The concept of Nourish was born out of the changing requirements of our client base, who now look for more wholesome choices to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle. Our Nourish range includes items for breakfast, morning and afternoon tea, lunch, canapés and buffets.

Low FODMAP

FODMAPs are naturally occurring sugars found in a wide range of foods and food additives. For individuals with medically diagnosed IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), a low FODMAP diet can help manage and reduce symptoms by avoiding foods that trigger digestive discomfort. At Flavours Catering & Events, we understand that following a low FODMAP diet isn’t just about the type of ingredients, but also the quantity consumed. Some ingredients that are considered high FODMAP — such as garlic, onion, honey, or wheat — may still be tolerated in very small amounts, especially in items like canapés or dipping sauces where the portion is minimal. However, a larger serve of something like spaghetti bolognaise would not be suitable, as it delivers a much higher FODMAP load. To support our clients on low FODMAP diets, we have carefully categorised selected menu items as ‘low FODMAP’ based on the per-serving FODMAP load. This allows individuals to make informed choices that suit their personal tolerance levels and avoid excessive FODMAP stacking across multiple items. We’re committed to making dietary needs manageable without compromising on flavour or experience. If you have specific concerns or requests, our team is happy to work with you to provide customised solutions.