The Best Wedding Caterers in Watchung, NJ

The Best Wedding Caterers in Watchung, NJ

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69 Wedding Caterers in Watchung, NJ

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La Mila Catering & Events 

5.0

  • Starts at $75
  • Serves Watchung, NJ

Starting their careers in the restaurant and food industry, Elie & Heidi Hanna decided to utilize their unique experiences and create their own vision of a full service event company. La Mila is named after their daughter, Milana, who provides them with limitless inspiration and motivation.

This review is a tad long so bear with me. I worked with La Mila Catering for my sister’s wedding which was held on 27 July 2024. While planning my wedding a few years ago I knew what to expect and what questions to ask. What I didn’t expect was working with such a lovely and genuine team. I worked with Sandy specifically for catering services only. She’s spunky, lively, knowledgeable, and accommodating. Working with her has been a pleasure and I felt as if I were talking to one of my best friends. Sandy is a great salesperson. She not only explains what La Mila offers but she does it in a way that is transparent and has no unexpected costs and “fine print”. She communicates well and is direct, which I appreciate. She’s a talker and I don’t mean that negatively. She makes you feel like family most sincerely. In terms of planning and coordination, Sandy was excellent and they’re lucky to have her. Menu: When creating the menu my sister wanted Mediterranean food. Now, I believe that their specialty is Mediterranean cuisine, but they do not shy away from other cuisines. Their menu is extensive and will cater to anyone’s taste. Skies the limit! We had quite a bit of offerings for Cocktail hour, Dinner, and Dessert. We were able to have a tasting which helped us narrow down if what was selected previously was what they wanted for the day of the wedding. There we met Elie (E-Lee NOT El-lee) and Heidi, the owners, and Sandy in person. Elie is the head chef and knows what he’s doing in the kitchen. Everything was cooked to perfection; delicious tasting and the portions were filling. Aside from the food it was obvious that Elie and Heidi work hard for their business and are truly dedicated. Day of the wedding: Elie, Heidi and their team worked based on the wedding timeline that I created. They were on time to serve all their food. I can’t tell you how many times I saw Elie walking back and forth to check on food and to bring food. That guy was moving! Heidi did all of the cocktail and dessert table placement and more. They are a hardworking team and I highly recommend them. From start to finish it was easy and perfectly executed. Point blank the food was delicious and I wish they had a restaurant so I could eat there all the time. LOL Thank you again for your friendship, delicious food and professionalism. *I wish I took pictures.
Kealoha, 3 months ago
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Renegade Outpost 

5.0

  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Watchung, NJ
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Renegade Outpost is a full service event planning and chef services company. We've been in business for 7 years and have been working with Thumbtack. We have been hired more than 290 times and have 160 5-star reviews. We offer logistical services as well as day/of coordination and securing rentals. Our "rolodex" includes many of the best vendors for all your event needs. Making your job easier is our highest priority. Wonderful food always begins with amazing ingredients, especially produce. We source directly from local farmers, we work with an organic butcher, a wild fish monger and importers of select cheese and specialty products.

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Professional and Elegant We hired Chef Ellen after we reached an impasse with another caterer. She helped us put together wedding in a month's time, and I felt confident the whole time that she would be up to the task. The presentation and the service were great, and word is that everyone loved the food!
Matt and T., 2 years ago
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Chef's Culinary Journey 

5.0

  • Starts at $25,000
  • Serves Watchung, NJ

Based in Montclair, NJ, Chef's Culinary Journey is a full service Weddings and Special Events caterer. We thrived on assisting couples complete their wedding day experience through high-quality catering services during their planning process to ensure a seamless, joyful dining experience. Couples truly appreciate our commitment to excellence and fine attention to details, recognizing that our performance is simply unsurpassed. Whether you're planning a small, intimate affair or a large, lavish reception, our team will be ready to deliver a flavorful experience to satisfy your guest’s appetite throughout the event.

Awarded Best of Zola
BEST WEDDING FOOD EVER, and flawless execution. Food was awe-inspiring. Staffed more than appropriately. They were very much on top of everything, efficient and timely. Thank you, Chef’s Culinary Journey
Gaesnly J., 2 years ago
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Industry Standard Events 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Watchung, NJ
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Industry Standard Events (ISE) is a premier event planning and catering service founded in 2000 by Executive Chef Jason Tell and recently partnered with Derek Nickerson, Tech Entrepreneur. With a deep-rooted friendship spanning over 12 years and a combined 30 years of experience in the industry, Derek and Jason are dedicated to creating unforgettable, bespoke events. Our mission is to bring people together through exceptional culinary experiences and meticulous event planning, ensuring every occasion is unique and memorable. At ISE, we believe in the power of personalized service and attention to detail, making each event a true masterpiece.

I was a guest at one of their weddings and was amazed by the attention to detail, their creativity, and the professionalism of their staff
Rich, 5 months ago
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Jillicious Foods & Events 

5.0

  • Starts at $20,000
  • Serves Watchung, NJ

Jillicious Foods is an all-in-one catering and event company dedicated to creating inspired, authentic wedding, social and corporate experiences. For us, every client represents a unique opportunity to tell a new and delicious story. Chef Jill has been telling these stories for nearly three decades. We work in a variety of cuisines, from New American to Cajun to Southeast Asian; accommodate all diets, including gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, and pescatarian; and are proud to partner with local farms and purveyors throughout the Hudson Valley and New York City.

We had an absolutely amazing experience working with Jillicious! My husband and I are major foodies so we knew we didn’t want to have standard wedding food at our reception. We started searching for wedding caterers that would work with us to customize the perfect menu for our wedding day. Jillicious did not disappoint! We worked with Chef Jill to put together the most delicious menu of both apps and main courses. Everyone we spoke to after the wedding couldn’t stop raving about how good the food was. It honestly rivaled many of our favorite restaurants in NYC. In addition to the food, Chef Jill and her staff were amazing. They were so responsive throughout the whole wedding process and offered so many great recommendations. On the wedding day, the staff were very helpful with getting the rentals in order, setting up the tables, etc. We also had some guests thank us for how allergy conscious the wedding and staff were. We're so grateful to Jillicious for bringing our vision to life and couldn’t recommend them more! They truly contributed to an absolutely perfect wedding day!
Lori S., a month ago
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The Culinary Curate 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Watchung, NJ

With over 10 years of experience catering to various events such as political fundraisers, corporate and media events, weddings, small in-home events, movies, and even the occasional backyard barbecue, we know that the discriminating consumer is looking for one thing; great, quality service at a great value. We at The Culinary Curate aim to deliver just that. Exceptional quality, attention to YOUR finest detail for your event, world-class service, and great value are what we deliver to every client. Contact us today for a quote on your next event.

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We booked the Culinary Curate for an intimate buffet style wedding celebration this summer. No rainy weather could have ruined the experience. Charmaine and her team made sure every guest had a wonderful time. From the early planning days of timely communication to clean up time following the event, Charmaine and her team’s execution was exemplary. Aside from delicious food, we were treated like family. Charmaine was assertive and professional when she needed to be as well as creative and accommodating at the time of the event. Thanks for such a memorable evening!
Mariya, 23 days ago
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Tavola Charcuterie 

4.7

  • Starts at $480
  • Serves Watchung, NJ

We love creating luxury charcuterie platters that allow you to gather your friends and families, enjoy the food and create unforgettable memories. We hand select every item that goes into your custom board and take so much pride in our curations. We believe in using only the freshest and finest, local ingredients. We specialize in customized charcuterie platters, corporate orders, grazing tables, and classes. Rest assured we are licensed and insured.

After loads of shopping around for the perfect charcuterie board for my mother’s celebration of life I ultimately went with Tavola. I knew my mother would want a beautiful, delicious and memorable centerpiece for those who came to celebrate and Tovola didn’t disappoint. I didn’t t even have to provide details. They just knew what I needed! Needless to say Tavolas board went faster than the food we ordered LOL. Thank you Tavola we love you and can’t wait to work with you again!
JASON G., 3 months ago
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MAHFY Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Watchung, NJ

We are MAHFY Catering and we're dedicated to delivering one-of-a-kind experiences for your special celebration. Our talented chefs are passionate about serving our delicious fusion of world-famous flavors that will have your guests asking for seconds. With a focus on using high quality ingredients, tried-and-proven recipes and elegant presentations, MAHFY Catering aims to exceed your expectations from start to finish.

Aiyana and Keith were amazing from being to end. I hired them as the caterers for my wedding (100ppl). Their communication was timely and professional. This is one of the reasons we chose MAHFY over other catering vendors. We were able to do a tasting, which we made it into a whole date night. It was really good. We love their food and they have such positive energy. They helped us customize our menu. All requirements on their end were met for our venue. Last minute (two weeks prior) I needed extra help with clean up and they agreed to get more staff. My event decorator raved about how helpful they were with setup. They were early and ready to go! The cocktail hour and reception food was good and we received a lot of compliments from our guest. We also hired them to bartend the wedding and drinks were great as well. Clean up was fast and to the point. All staff were helpful, kind and professional. I cannot thank MAHFY for catering my wedding and making it a memorable night for us and our guest.
Alyna, a month ago
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Constellation Culinary Group 

5.0

  • Starts at $15,000
  • Serves Watchung, NJ

Constellation is the caterer for numerous venues throughout the Philadelphia area, with unique locations from raw industrial spaces and lively concert halls to historic houses and iconic museums, and also offers in-home and office catering. Our dedicated team forms strong connections both inside our organization and with our clients, and these connections define us. Together, we bring restaurant-quality outside of restaurants, serving everything from intimate weddings to non-profit galas. We’ve built a culinary group that does what restaurants always have: get people talking—and daydreaming—about food, long after their last bite.

This was a second wedding, and we wanted it to be our way. Because we have NEVER had a bad meal at a Stephen Starr restaurant, we immediately decided to use Starr Catering. Best decision ever. We worked with Brittany Glover, who was professional, accommodating, and understood that we wanted an outstanding food experience, both for us and for our guests. We also wanted a pescatarian/vegetarian menu, which we thought would be a bit of a challenge; but Brittany gave us so many options that it never even registered that we didn't have meat. The planning was so much fun, the tasting dinner was spectacular, and we didn't have to think about a thing at the wedding itself. The catering was breathtakingly beautiful, and SO DELICIOUS. Our guests absolutely swooned over the food, and are still talking about how wonderful it was. The presentation was superb, the service outstanding, the open bar with a signature cocktail (Aperol spritz) was fantastic, the burrata bar at the cocktail hour killed, the hot stuff was hot and the cold stuff was cold, and the integration of other one-off requests of ours (one relative wanted light beer, we used a favorite baker for the wedding cake, Eric likes good rye, etc.) was seamless. Honestly, we wouldn't have changed a thing. We would use Starr Catering again in a heartbeat. It's our second anniversary today, and we're so grateful to Starr Catering for helping us have the wedding we wanted. T
Cynthia & E., 4 years ago
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Summit Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $1
  • Serves Watchung, NJ

Summit Catering officially opened in 1991. The owner built this small family business from the ground up. In 1998, they welcomed their first child with three more to follow. They work alongside Joe and Dory to help this family business thrive. In 2018, Summit welcomes Chef Kevin to their team to work alongside Joe. Our event planners, Alysa and Tori, will be with you from booking to executing your wedding day. They work 24/7 to ensure you a stress-free wedding planning experience. After 29 successful years of serving South Jersey, Joe, Dory, Kevin, Tori, and Alysa are ready and eager to make your next event a culinary experience!

Summit Catering has a friendly spirited staff that helps make each event as efficient and memorable as possible. They are a pleasure to work with and we make a great team.
Paula Lara, 2 years ago
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foodwerx featuring Nicholas Caterers 

5.0

  • Starts at $8,500
  • Serves Watchung, NJ

Established in 1998 by chef Nick Wall, foodwerx is the premier catering and event-production company in South Jersey and Philadelphia. Delicious food is Nick Wall’s passion; creativity, flawless execution and exceptional attention to detail are his hallmarks—and the foundation of foodwerx. We use only the finest and freshest ingredients to create delectable offerings served up with an added ‘wow’ factor. We are 100 percent committed to impeccable service. Whether you’re planning a wedding, bar mitzvah, sweet sixteen, graduation party, special birthday, anniversary, shower or a corporate event, foodwerx will meet your highest standards.

Roxanne, the Bridal Specialist, through foodwerx was absolutely amazing. Prior to the day-of she was organized, extremely communicative, and really helped guide us in the right direction in terms of food choices, decorations, and timeline. She gets started with documents and planning very early, which I absolutely loved. It really helped us shape what me and my fiance wanted the day to look like. Roxanne gave her own input, which I also love, because she's the professional and does this all year round! Each time I had a call with Roxanne, she would give little 'pearls of wedding wisdom' which were amazing tips/tricks that she's picked up through her experience. Day-of, everything was SO smooth because of Roxanne, she handled all the decorations and vendors and was there for my fiance and I with anything we could possibly need. Photos, food, drinks, you name it. She helped wrangle family for toasts, entrances, dances, etc. On top of all of that, the food was AMAZING! All our guests raved about the food at the cocktail hour and the pumpkin ravioli at dinner. After the wedding, Roxanne followed-up to ensure we were happy and had the best time, and she also sent photos that she took throughout the day to me (and my Dad). So incredibly grateful for Roxanne.
Jessica S., a year ago
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Hudson Table 

5.0

  • Serves Watchung, NJ

Hudson Table is an interactive culinary studio and event space specializing in customized seasonal catering, hands-on cooking events, chef's tables, virtual events, and more! We currently have locations in Hoboken, Philadelphia, and Brooklyn, and service the surrounding areas.

Koray and the entire team at Hudson Table Catering are incredible. Hudson Table was our caterer for our wedding ceremony is July 2023. As an out of state bride, Koray worked with me via phone calls and emails throughout the wedding process to create a unique and delicious wedding menu. Koray was able to connect my husband and I with a fantastic bartender, Daniel, who created stunning drinks all night! The entire Hudson Table team was professional, easy to work with, creative, and attentive to our every need. I look forward to visiting both Hudson Table restaurants and hope to work with their catering services again!
Nina S., a year ago
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Alexandra Dettori Catering & Events 

5.0

  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Watchung, NJ

Alexandra Dettori Catering & Events is a full service boutique caterer focused on sustainability, seasonality and using locally sourced ingredients across a variety of cuisines. We believe in getting the best ingredients available and making everything from scratch. We strive to delight with incredible food, crafted beverages and attentive service. Our team will ensure your wedding is truly exceptional! In addition to the food, we are happy to offer front of the house staffing, bar service, assist with rentals, set up and clean up. Our team will connect with you to tailor our offering and match your vision.

I have worked with Alex at AD Catering for multiple big events. Both as a photographer and florist myself, I am extremely visual and specific about how things are presented and AD blows it out of the water. While looks are important, for the actual product (food and delivery) to be such high quality is very rare and they always deliver. Alex has amazing taste and styling skills when it comes to design details. She is extremely professional to work with and her team is super friendly and reliable. AD Catering is truly unique from any catering and planning service I have ever worked with before and anyone would be so lucky to work with them!!
Leatal, 5 years ago
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Simply Delicious Dishes 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Watchung, NJ
  • Offer

We are a full service catering team that specializes in southern cuisine with a stylish flare! It is our passion and decorative attention to detail that has carried us for many years. We love what we do, and we will cater any event large or small with that same passion and service attention. We build strong lasting relationships with our clients, and take great pride in serving others. We also offer all inclusive services that cater to all your event preparations and needs. We take care of everything so that you don't have to!

Arlethea and her company was such a gift and blessing to our wedding day! She went above and beyond to make our day special. From all of the little details and extra support to the outstanding meal provided to our guests, we could not be more grateful to her and her team for everything they did for us. The food and service was incredible! She worked with us and supported us along every step of the journey, and was able to work within our tight budget. Thank you again for EVERYTHING! Don't look any where else for your food and catering needs. You will have everything you need in Simply Delicious Dishes :)
Katie C., 3 months ago
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Michael's Event Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Watchung, NJ

We are an off-premise, full service caterer, who specializes in custom weddings, with experienced and friendly service staff, along with food truck services. We strive to make your special day as stress free as possible by taking all the guess work out of rentals, set-up, food, staffing, etc. We will meet with you, help build a timeline for your event, take care of all your rental needs and execute with profession for a successful event! With our catering company, we bring the kitchen to you!

They were so easy to work with and provided us with everything we needed to make our day what we wanted. Our wedding was postponed twice due to COVID, we decided to pull out of our venue, and have our wedding. We needed a bartender, food and servers. There bbq food was delicious, especially the Short Rib! Drinks were perfect! Absolutely loved the mobile kitchen to have everything prepared on site! 10/10 would recommend!
Sara & M., 4 years ago
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Shore Catering 

5.0

  • Serves Watchung, NJ

5-Star Full-Service Catering from casual to elegant for all occasions since 1988. We offer packages for all occasions such as wedding receptions, lobster clambakes, bbq picnics, beach parties, showers, anniversaries, and so much more. Our team will assist you from start to finish, planning your menu, coordinating rentals, linen colors, floorplans, timelines, vendor referrals, private tastings and so much more. We bring our catering services to all corners of New Jersey and will also assist you in trying to find the perfect venue to suit your event's needs. Shore Catering can help make your event a memorable occasion.

When we tasted the food we knew that our guests would be happy with our selection of shore catering (and we were right! We recieved many compliments on the dinner and hors d'oeuvres). What we DIDN'T realize is that we were receiving more than just a catering service- we were receiving what felt like a warm welcome into a family business that took some of the stress out of the wedding planning process! Shore was the only caterer we encountered that was willing to work within our budget, and individually tailor a package to meet our needs, allowing us to feel comfortable financially without feeling like we were sacrificing ANY of the quality and elegance that we wanted for our wedding! Moreover, on the day of our wedding, summer took care of us as though we were her oldest friends, meeting us with so much genuine warmth and a contagious smile. She made sure we were able to actually eat and drink (which so many of our friends told us would be difficult to do at our wedding!) and kept the vibe HIGH even in spite of pouring rain and floods on the day of the event! We wish we could get married again and again and we would hire Shore Catering every single time!! I HIGHLY recommend Shore Catering to any bride and groom who want all of the quality with none of the stress!
Laura & M., 10 months ago
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Late to the Lake 

4.8

  • Starts at $450
  • Serves Watchung, NJ for additional fees

Great taste is the name of the game and we're committed to stepping up to the plate. Our goal is provide unforgettable, delicious, and eye catching options. That's why we prepare all of our boards and graze displays to your style, with the highest quality products. Whether it is an intimate dinner or an event for up to 800 guests, we do it all! If you are considering a Graze table for your wedding or next event, reach out and we'd be delighted to create something beautiful for you!

Awarded Best of Zola
My company hired Late To The Lake for a special corporate event. Not only did they work hard to do it on short notice, but the food was spectacular! I've never seen food presented so beautifully! Her staff was very professional and attentive to our needs. I would recommend LTTL to anyone who wanted to make an impression on their clients at any type of event. These days, it's hard to find a business that puts so much thought and care into their service. Late To The Lake exceeds that expectation and then some! Thanks for making our evening so special! Can't wait to use you for the next event! Cheers!
Derek T., 4 months ago
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Haute Feast 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Watchung, NJ for additional fees

As luxury wedding and events caterers based in New Jersey, we are committed to creating unparalleled experiences packed with mouth-watering flavors, a sense of magic, and meticulous attention to detail. Our food is approachable, yet elegant, and made with love, fresh, on-site with excellent technique. Since it’s our belief that great meals begin with exceptional ingredients, we take our cues from our trusted local farmers, fishermen & artisan purveyors. We source the freshest, seasonal, high-quality ingredients when preparing menus for your events, whether we’re cooking for 10 or for 100.

Awarded Best of Zola
From another vendors prospective Carey and the Haute Feast team are a dream to work with. The food from start to finish is always on point. Carey is incredibly friendly and 100% professional as is her entire team. The food is devine and their presentation is too! Their clients rave about the food, drinks and service. I am always excited when I know they are part of the team as they bring their game every time!
Flowers From the Farm NJ, 2 years ago
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The Backyard Bar Co 

5.0

  • Starts at $1
  • Serves Watchung, NJ for additional fees

We are a luxury mobile bartending service based out of a converted vintage horse trailer. We bring the party to you by providing everything for the bar but the alcohol. When you hire us, you get our beautiful trailer, a custom menu, certified bartenders, insurance, cups, napkins, straws, fresh squeezed juices, fancy garnishes, homemade syrups, mixers, some decor, all the fun, an alcohol shopping list & much more!

We found The Backyard Bar Co through a vendor recommendation and were so glad we did! Brittany and Candice were responsive to our inquiry and so easy to talk with. Brittany helped put us at ease and from our first phone consultation we knew we were in good hands but could not have imagined just how wonderful it was to work with them. Brittany and Candice are both wonderfully personable yet also highly knowledgeable and professional. They worked with us through phone calls, email and a tasting night to create a bar menu that let our tastes and interests shine through. The menu also brought their considerable experience and love every step of the way using top notch ingredients including homemade lavender simple syrup, in house dried citrus garnishes, luxardo cherries and environmentally considerate serving ware. We had a group chat going the week of the wedding that helped us feel excited and cared for on our day. There were a lot of last minute headaches that we had to sort through and these ladies were joy and sanity in a head spinning time. Weeks after, many guests are still raving about how sweet they both were and what awesome drinks they made. They truly helped make our wedding day the best it could be.
Ebee & D., 3 years ago

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About wedding caterers in Watchung, NJ

How much do catering services usually cost in Watchung, NJ?

Full service catering packages range from $150 to $17,000 and average around $750.

Which are the most popular caterers in Watchung, NJ?

Some of the most popular caterers in this area include Kate and Ally's, Michael's Event Catering and Shore Good Eats N Treats Food Truck.

Do catering packages include serving staff?

Yes! 43% of packages in Watchung, NJ include serving staff, such as servers and bussers. Many others also include rental coordination, just ask before you book!

Can caterers in Watchung, NJ accommodate specialized diets?

They can! 11 offer kosher services and 29 offer vegetarian packages. You can search on Zola for caterers who can accommodate nut-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, halal and vegan diets as well!

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