Dietary Needs Episodes
320: Getting Gluten-Free Right: Why It’s a Responsibility for Events,…
Tracy welcomes UK-based event professional Clare Beach, Managing Director of Azura Events and passionate advocate for inclusive event planning. Drawing from her lived experience as a gluten-free, neurodivergent attendee, Clare shares eye-opening stories—from disheartening event meals to forming a U…
Recipe First, People Always: Rethinking Food Safety from the Inside O…
At the end of Food Allergy and Celiac Disease Awareness Month in May, Tracy was thrilled to chat with Benji Koltai, co-founder and CEO of Galley. On this episode, Benji brings his personal journey with Crohn’s disease and gluten intolerance, pairing it with his tech expertise to revolutionize f…
318: How do you Build Community through Food
How do we truly build community through food? In this episode of Eating at a Meeting, I'm joined by two inspiring professionals—Jenny Ng, Event Planning Senior Manager at National Co-op Kosher, and Rachel, General Manager & F...
314: Celebrating Celiac Awareness Month: Real Talk on Safe & Inclusiv…
What does it really take to feel safe, heard, and included when you’re dining with celiac disease? In honor of Celiac Awareness Month, this episode of Eating at a Meeting brings real talk—and real solutions—to the table with two powerhouse advocates: Kayla King (@celiacwithkayla) and Gabby Hemond (…
284: EventProfs at IMEX Share Essential Tips on Managing Event F&B
At IMEX America 2024, Tracy hit the show floor and stopped random event pros—some she knew, some she didn’t—to ask: What’s your best tip for managing food and beverage at events? Their answers? Pure gold! From the importance of low-sodium options to creative uses of lighting and signage, the ins…
269: Crowd-Pleasing Event Menus a Northstar Meetings Group Webinar
With the growing prevalence of diverse dietary needs and preferences, designing event menus that satisfy everyone can be challenging. Join our seasoned experts as they share strategies to craft inclusive, flavorful meals that accommodate a wide range...
200: Celebrating 200 Episodes: Tracy & Previous EAAM Guests Talk Food…
Join me as I celebrate the 200th episode of my Eating at a Meeting podcast with a special gathering of previous guests. In this milestone event — Holy Moly! 200 episodes — we will engage in a dynamic discussion on the current state of food and...
188: Using her Diagnosis to Help Others Eat Out Safely
What if finding a safe place to eat with celiac disease was as easy as a few taps on your phone? Kayla King was just nine when she was diagnosed, growing up constantly on guard around food—and sometimes even binging whenever she actually found safe treats. Instead of letting her diagnosis limit her…
76: A GF Girl Trying to Survive in a World Full of Wheat
Erica Dermer - Celiac Beast
3: What Equal Access for Food Allergic & Celiac Guests Means
Attorney Mary Vargas talks about civil rights for employees and guests with dietary needs.