I'm planning my DS's birthday party and wondering what I should do about food. My DS has severe allergies(nuts, onion, garlic) and sometimes feels left out at parties. One of his friends in his class also has severe and limiting allergies (dairy, soy, bovine). Because I know what it's like for my son to feel left out I'd like this child to feel included. We live in a small town and there is only one indoor venue available to us. I'm not comfortable with the outdoor options because of their lack of weather policy.
The only times they have available are meal times so etiquette says I need to serve a meal. With the exception of cake, favors, and a meal for the allergic child only, this place doesn't allow any outside food or drinks. I can make a cake that is safe and I'm doing non food favors but nothing on their menu is safe for this little boy. It seems like my options are: a) don't have a party/ don't invite classmates, b) have the party at a meal time but don't serve a meal, or c) serve the meal and explain to they child's mother what is/isn't safe for him and that he can bring his own meal. I don't really like any of these options and the last two both feel wrong to me. What would you do in this situation? TIA!
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