Of the additional 20% of customers choosing menus “specifically designed around dietary requirements,” vegans accounted for 3/4 of requests (15%) while other demands, such as gluten-free and Ovo-vegetarian, made up the other 5%.
The news follows Seasoned’s announcement last year that it saw “an increase of 75% in bespoke corporate menus, with dietary requirements being a catalyst for the niche menus” and “vegan diets remaining one of the main reasons for changes in menus.”
Claiming it “prompted (the company) to work closely with its audience to create new, cutting edge creations,” Seasoned has created an “allergen-free dish that caters for all known dietary requirements, to ensure consistency between all diners at events.” The ‘Wonky Veg Terrine,’ as it’s named, consists solely of vegetables without any animal products, and also meets the caterer’s environmental commitment to using produce rejected by high-street sellers due to “aesthetic purposes.”
Managing partner Colin Sayers said: “(Seasoned) is extremely honoured that our clients have identified us as a caterer who can accommodate not only for vegans, but for all dietary requirements. It is a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of our chefs who are able to stay ahead of the curve and also craft exciting dishes that resonate with our clients.
“With veganism becoming such a norm within society, (Seasoned) must do everything it can to accommodate for those who don’t eat meat or animal products.
“We believe incorporating vegan dishes shouldn’t be an after-thought, so have pushed our very own creation, the ‘Wonky Veg Terrine’ to the forefront of our offering, as it showcases Seasoned’s approach to accommodating for all diners while exhibiting our ethos of sustainability.”