Whatever the celebration, food is always a big part of the festivities. The Christmas holidays in particular are an indulgent season chock-full of parties and feasts; loved ones often held back by busy schedules or faraway locations at last reunite at the Christmas table to eat, give gifts, drink, and be merry together. It’s a truly magical time, indeed.
This makes it important to not just have a delicious feast—but a thoughtful one. Dietary requirements and limitations can make it difficult for some to fully partake in celebrations as they constantly watch their health. Put them at ease and make them feel fondly included with these food suggestions for preparing a magnificent and thoughtful inclusive feast.
Hearty and healthy mains
Main courses are the stars of the show and are what many will remember. Keep them hearty and healthy without compromising on deliciousness by incorporating these alternatives.
- Veggiecraft Pasta Noodles: Veggiecraft lets you enjoy your favorite pasta dishes and makes them even better. Their pasta noodles are completely plant-based and gluten-free, featuring three vegetable blends primarily made from cauliflower, zucchini, or sweet potato.
- Prime Organics Adlai: Adlai is a delicious wholegrain and healthy alternative to regular rice and pasta. You won’t miss out on your favorite rice-and-ulam meals as this heirloom grain feels just like eating rice, only high in fiber, gluten-free, and with a lower glycemic index.
- Belladotti Couscous: Another rice alternative, Belladotti’s gourmet couscous is handmade in small batches from Italian couscous, natural vegetable stock, and dried vegetables and herbs. It’s a healthy, vegan option that’s also dairy, egg, and nut-free.
Guilt-free desserts
After a satisfying, savory meal, it’s often followed by a craving for something decadently sweet—and now there’s no need to hold back. Indulge guilt-free in these sweet and safe dessert ideas.
- Califia Farms Plant-Based Milk: Almond milk, soy milk, cashew milk, and oat milk are just some of the delicious plant-based milks that Califia Farms has to offer. Use it to stir up delicious dessert drinks like smoothies, milkshakes, lattes, and all your creamy cafe favorites. They also have barista blends that are excellent for making milky mugs of coffee and hot chocolate.
- Catalina Crunch Sandwich Cookies: Milk and cookies are a classic match, not to mention Santa’s favorite. Pair your plant-based milk with Catalina Crunch’s keto-friendly sandwich cookies for an easy, guilt-free dessert snack that both kids and adults can enjoy.
- Casalare “Not So” Plain Flour: Bake your own Christmas goodies for a heartwarming and personalized treat for your party guests. Casalare’s special “Not So” Plain Flour works exactly like regular flour for all your baking and cooking needs—except it’s gluten-free, wheat-free, dairy-free, yeast-free, egg-free, and a slew of other good things.
Toast without worry
Is a celebration really complete without free-flowing drinks? Quench your thirst with beverages that are just as delicious and guilt-free as every decadent bite you’ve had in your indulgent, inclusive Christmas feast.
- Free AF Beverages: Drink freely with Free AF’s non-alcoholic drinks that taste just like your favorite bar blends. It’s all the ritual and rewards of alcohol without the hangover or harmful contents.
- Polara 53 Beverages: Another non-alcoholic alcohol to give your drinking party even more options to try, ready-made drinks and mixers included. Their bold flavors are just as vivid and tasteful as the vintage glam designs on their colorful bottles.
Christmas preparations are made easier with Joel's Place. Order your favorites by placing a Special Order or checking out our Christmas Hampers and Festive Fillers. For last minute gift ideas, we also offer Gift Cards.
