It turns out I’m going to miss the first annual gingerbread house decorating party at my office. That still means I have to attend a bunch of other parties, large and small, at my workplace. These parties will range from a company-wide event where my inability to eat just about everything will go unnoticed to potlucks where it won’t.
Let’s face it: this time of year abounds with holidays centered around foods. Thanksgiving. Christmas. Hanukkah. So many of the foods traditional to these holidays contain gluten. If you’re one who has trouble resisting temptation, it can be a challenge.
Still, as you might guess, I love parties, and I food. I’m also gluten-free. This means I’ve learned to cope with situations where I may not have as much control over my diet as I’d like. Events at the office fall squarely into that category, so here are some suggestions for navigating the season while still enjoying work events. Continue reading “Surviving Work Parties”