Amazing Vegan and Gluten-Friendly Options in Wood-Fired Pizza

Catering to a variety of dietary preferences ensures that each one of your guests feels welcome and included. Gluten sensitivities and vegan lifestyles are now more common than ever, and providing options for these guests shows that you value them. In fact, many of these guests are used to not having any options—imagine the way their faces will light up when they realize that they, too, have a seat at the table.

When hosting a wedding, rehearsal dinner, potluck or corporate event, it’s crucial to think beyond traditional ingredients so that your vegan and gluten-free community can partake. 

Evolution of Vegan Options

Not long ago, there was a very limited view of what a vegan diet looked like in popular culture. Today’s options have come a long way from the bland tofu and cold veggies of days past.

In the last few years alone, we’ve seen a rise in tasty and quality plant-based meat and cheese options. Markets like The Herbivorous Butcher have driven culinary innovation in ways that will have non-vegans saying, “This is plant-based?” 

From savory meat alternatives and rich vegan cheeses to organically plant-based toppings, vegan pizza is just as much a culinary celebration as its counterpart. 

Gluten-Friendly Without Compromise 

As more people have become aware of gluten allergies, sensitivities and intolerances, there’s been a rising demand for gluten-friendly pizza options as well. Ingredients like almond flour, rice flour, cauliflower and gluten-free grains have made it possible for more people to enjoy a tasty crust. 

When baked in a wood-fired oven, a good gluten-friendly pizza crust achieves the desired crispness and smoky flavor to satisfy even the most discerning palate.

Keeping it Natural

Many of the ingredients that bring artisan pizza to life and elevate the dining experience are already gluten-friendly and vegan. Natural flavor enhancers include fresh herbs and spices, savory mushrooms, roasted red peppers and peppery arugula.

When exploring the possibilities for an inclusive menu, start with your garden, visit a specialty grocer or talk to a farmer at a local farmer’s market. 

Explore Flavorful Alternatives

As you plan your next wood-fired pizza gathering, remember the best events are those where everyone can savor the joy of good food together. Providing gluten-friendly and vegan options is more than just a kind gesture; it’s an act of care.

A Wandering Fire has experience creating gluten-friendly and vegan pizza catering events. We serve pizzas on gluten-free sandwich wraps and can substitute many of our items with vegan meats and cheese-free alternatives. 

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