Gluten Free Catering Manchester

Catering for coeliacs and other guests who need to avoid gluten shouldn’t mean a smaller, less interesting plate of food. At Manchester Catering Company, gluten-free catering is built into every menu we offer, not treated as an afterthought — so whether it’s a wedding, a corporate event or a private party, gluten-free guests get the same quality and variety as everyone else.

With over 35 years of experience catering for events across Manchester and the wider North West, we’ve learned that the best gluten-free catering isn’t about substitution — it’s about designing dishes properly from the start, so nothing feels like a compromise.

What Gluten Free Catering Means

Gluten-free catering means preparing food without wheat, barley, rye or any other gluten-containing ingredients — essential for coeliacs, and increasingly requested by guests managing gluten intolerance more generally. Done properly, it also means being careful about cross-contamination during preparation, so dishes are genuinely safe to eat, not just gluten-free on paper.

If you have guests with coeliac disease or a severe gluten intolerance, let us know at the enquiry stage so we can talk through exactly how your food will be prepared and served, and make sure nothing is left to chance on the day.

Gluten Free Options Across All Our Menus

Rather than offering a single separate gluten-free menu, we build gluten-free options into the full range of catering we provide, so your event doesn’t need to compromise on choice. This includes our business lunch menus for corporate clients, our cold buffet and hot food menus for larger gatherings, and our canapés and drinks reception food for weddings and formal events.

For couples planning their big day, our wedding and fine dining menus can be adapted so coeliac and gluten-intolerant guests enjoy a full, beautifully presented meal alongside everyone else, rather than a plain alternative plate.

Weddings, Corporate Events and Private Parties

Gluten-free requirements come up across almost every type of event we cater, from wedding breakfasts and evening buffets to office lunches and training days. We’re used to managing mixed guest lists where gluten-free sits alongside vegan, vegetarian and Halal requirements on the same order, and we build the whole menu around getting that right.

Whatever the event, our full event planning service can support you beyond the food too — from venue dressing and crockery hire to entertainment and licensed bars — so the whole event comes together smoothly, not just the catering.

Why Choose Us for Gluten Free Catering

Every menu we prepare is made fresh on the day, and we’re happy to talk through ingredients, preparation and any specific dietary requirements you have before confirming your order. We hold a 5-star food hygiene rating and have been recognised as National and Regional Caterer of the Year, and we bring the same standard of care to every dietary requirement we cater for, gluten-free included.

We provide gluten-free catering across Manchester and the wider Greater Manchester area, including Manchester city centre, Salford, Bolton, Bury and beyond.

To discuss your gluten-free catering requirements, call us on 0161 723 1990, email enquiry@manchestercateringcompany.com or visit our contact page. We’d love to hear about your event.

Frequently Asked Questions – Gluten Free Catering in Manchester

Can you cater a fully gluten-free menu for my event?

Yes — we can build a menu that is entirely gluten-free, or one that combines gluten-free options alongside vegan, vegetarian and Halal dishes for a mixed guest list. Just let us know your requirements when you enquire.

Do you cater gluten-free weddings?

Yes — gluten-free wedding catering is something we handle regularly. We can tailor our wedding and fine dining menus so coeliac and gluten-intolerant guests get a full, beautifully presented meal rather than a plain substitute.

Can you cater gluten-free food for corporate events and office lunches?

Absolutely. Many of our corporate clients ask for gluten-free options within their business lunch and buffet orders, and we build this in as standard rather than treating it as a special request.

How do you manage cross-contamination for coeliac guests?

Let us know if any of your guests have coeliac disease or a severe gluten intolerance and we’ll talk you through exactly how the relevant dishes are prepared and served, so you know what to expect before you book.

What areas do you provide gluten-free catering in?

We deliver gluten-free catering across Manchester and the surrounding areas, including Salford, Bolton, Bury, Trafford and Cheshire. Get in touch with your location and we’ll confirm delivery.

What is the minimum order for gluten-free catering?

We cater for events of all sizes, from a small office lunch to a wedding for several hundred guests. Call us on 0161 723 1990 and we’ll talk through what you need.

Our Office

52B Waterside House
Water Street
Manchester
M26 4DF

Phone: 0161 723 1990
Email: enquiry@manchestercateringcompany.com

Opening Hours:
Mon – Fri: 9:00am – 10:00pm
Saturday – Sunday: Closed
Closed on Bank holidays

Servicing customers within: Bury | Bolton | Salford | Trafford Park | Altrincham | Manchester City Centre | Cheshire