* CGA Proprietary data, 2,003 UK consumers
** Parkin, B. and Attwood, S., 2022. Menu design approaches to pro mote sustainable vegetarian food choices when dining out. Journal of Environmental Psychology, 79, p.101721.
Vegan and gluten-free
Ensuring your menu caterers for everyone is especially important during the Christmas period. Whether it is gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, or other dietary needs, we are here to support you to deliver a fantastic array of dishes. This year, we have an exceptional selection of options to help suit every need as well as support your kitchen during this busy period.
Explore some of our favourite products below, as well as our hub of tools and resources to further support you with allergen and special diet management this Christmas.
The rise of the plant-based Christmas
An increasing number of consumers are exploring plant-based diets, reducing their meat consumption, or adopting a flexitarian approach to eating. 61% of UK adults can identify at least one meat alternative that they’d like to try that they don’t already eat* however, 59% of people feel vegetarian options in restaurants are limited**. Therefore, it is essential not only to have vegetarian and vegan options available to your customers, but ensuring they are innovative, full of flavour and there is an exciting range for them to choose from.
Top picks: vegan and vegetarian
Here are our festive favourites for vegan and vegetarian options this Christmas. For guests following a vegetarian or flexitarian diet, be sure to offer dishes that are both flavourful and enticing options that truly feel special for the festive season.
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Vegan
Moroccan style vegan tart (vg) 19529
A vibrant blend of sweet potato, apricots, chickpeas, and quinoa, spiced with harissa and Moroccan flavours. Finished with red onion marmalade and a crunchy seed topping. Serve warm with cranberry sauce, roasted roots, and crispy potatoes for the perfect vegan main.-
Butternut, kale & apricot vegan roast (vg) 19528
A hearty blend of butternut squash, chestnuts, kale, apricots, and brown rice, topped with sweet onion marmalade and a crunchy mix of seeds and red pepper. Serve with spiced red cabbage, roast potatoes, and a drizzle of vegan gravy for a festive plant-based dish. -
Chickpea, sweet potato & pepper tagine (vg) 29110
A warming Moroccan style tagine with tender chickpeas, sweet potato, and vibrant peppers. Serve with fluffy couscous, toasted almonds, and a sprinkle of pomegranate seeds. -
Tomato & cannellini bean stew (vg) 29108
A vegan tomato stew with sweet potato, peppers, and cannellini beans. Serve with crusty bread or herbed mash and a side of greens for a cosy festive meal. -
Sweet potato, chestnut & cranberry loaf (vg) 29111
A festive vegan loaf with sweet potato, chestnuts, and tangy cranberries. Slice and serve with vegan gravy, roasted sprouts, and cranberry sauce for the perfect plant-based Christmas plate. -
Cheese & jalapeño empanada (v) 25934
A golden empanada filled with rich cheese and a kick of jalapeño. The perfect festive snack for a sharing board served with a tangy tomato relish or cooling sour cream dip for a showstopper starter. -
Aulds clementine & prosecco torte (gf) (vg) 29512
Vegan and gluten-free ginger biscuit crumb layered with zesty clementine and creamy prosecco filling and finished with a glossy marble glaze. Perfect served with a twist of orange zest or a few fresh berries for an elegant festive dessert. -
Northern Bloc prosecco sorbet (vg) 27177
A crisp and refreshing prosecco sorbet. Light and effortlessly indulgent. Serve between courses as a palate cleanser or alongside festive desserts for a sparkling finish.
Top picks: gluten-free
Cater to those with gluten intolerance by having showstopper options on menus, ensuring your customers have a great dining experience.
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Gluten free
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Aulds clementine & prosecco torte (gf) (vg) 29512
Vegan and gluten-free ginger biscuit crumb layered with zesty clementine and creamy prosecco filling and finished with a glossy marble glaze. Perfect served with a twist of orange zest or a few fresh berries for an elegant festive dessert. -
Cauliflower cheese tart (gf) (v) 19530
This creamy and rich cauliflower cheese tart, with vintage Cheddar cheese in a tart casing makes for a warm and conforting dish. Serve alongside seasonal veg for a main menu option. -
Cobbs gluten free Black Forest brownie (gf) (v) 22102
Classic brownie meets Black Forest flavours! A gluten free brownie filled with succulent black cherries, topped with a soft icing, dark chocholate shavings, and festive sprinkles.
Supporting you with allergens this Christmas
We’re here to support you in catering safely and confidently for customers with allergies and intolerances this Christmas. To explore our support, including how to guides, blogs, podcasts, tools and more simply click below:
Allergens
Wondering how we support our customers with allergens? On our allergens page, you can read about how Bidfood Direct, our Advice Centre reports and our varied range of products can support you in managing allergens.
Nutrition
Wondering how Bidfood helps customers navigate the nutrition landscape? On our nutrition page, you can read about our expert team, how we champion healthier choices and the vast range of support tools available.
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