Hosting is stressful, especially around the holidays where you want everything to be perfect. It’s time to dump the stress and the hurried feelings! That’s why I made the Gather Safe: Holiday Hosting Kit, full of holiday hosting tips for you!
Because sometimes planning a holiday party looks like this…
There’s 1 hour till the guests arrive…. oh crap. My house is a mess, the food isn’t done, I forgot to make something dairy free for Tina, and… I too stressed to enjoy it.
Yep, been there, done that.
Let’s leave that stress behind this year!
This kit has everything you need, down to the nitty gritty grocery list and holiday games for guest of all ages.
The perfect relaxing holiday party of your dreams has arrived.
Table of Contents
Why Food Inclusion Matters During Holiday Hosting
There are a wide range of scenarios we face as families with allergies when it comes to holiday hosting. We have to ask something of guest, or of the hosts and the worry of IS IT ACTUALLY SAFE? never ends.
Kids can quickly feel left out and adults end up feeling like their allergies are a burden.
When it’s your turn to host the holidays that doesn’t happen. Everyone is safe and included.
Providing a safe space for everyone creates a feeling of calm and belonging that as someone with allergies I am forever grateful for. These holiday hosting tips and kit provide you with the tools to do just that.
The Power of Shared Food Moments
When food is the center of the event, as it is for most holiday parties, I can not describe the level
of lame it is to have to sit it out…
The Univerisy of Oxford did some research on the power of eating together. “The results suggest that communal eating increases social bonding and feelings of wellbeing, and enhances one’s sense of contentedness and embedding within the community.”
Yes, simply hosting a meal where EVERYONE get to feast has a huge impact on them.
This holiday hosting kit gives you a ton of gluten free holiday recipes (most are also free from all top 9 allergens) so that everyone gets that feeling of wellbeing and connectedness this holiday season.
Hosting Moments That Bring Families Together
Hosting the holidays is more than serving food, you’re an integral part of creating traditions and helping people connect. It goes from doing dishes with mom to simple holiday rituals that they look forward to. Chatting with family becomes life long memories and lessons learned from grandma.
Creating these memories and an environment for them to happen is simple. In this hosting guide you’ll find simple games for all ages to enjoy to kick off those memories and connections.
Related: Things to Be Grateful For: 100+ Powerful Ideas + Family Activities That Cultivate Gratitude
Simple Traditions You Can Repeat Every Year
In my family some simple things that we do that mean alot have been:
same person sets the table every year
making the special punch is an honor
we draw names for christmas at thanksgiving
we always play games (phase 10 is a favorite)
the flow always looks the same: eat, clean, nap, play
These traditions are SO simple but for me they are so much more than parts of holiday hosting. They are what I have come to love and expect when we spend family time together over the holidays. It’s tradition.
Your family can easily create simple traditions like this year after year for every age to enjoy. Family time and traditions are what holiday hosting is all about.
Hosting Tips for Keeping Your Event Safe (Without Overthinking It)
The hardest part of allergy-safe hosting is often the unknown:
What should I ask?
What should I avoid?
What does “safe” actually mean in a real kitchen?
Inside the Gather Safe Kit, you’ll find these holiday hosting tips:
- how to talk about food allergies with guests
- what questions actually matter
- how guests can communicate needs clearly
- easy ingredient swaps to make holiday dishes safer
- a sample menu to show you how simple safe hosting can be
You don’t have to guess.
The kit gives you clarity so hosting feels calmer.
Remove the Stress From Hosting
Most holiday hosting stress comes from decision overwhelm, not the hosting itself.
Your kit includes:
- a menu builder
- a sample menu
- grocery list pages
- blank planning templates
These simple holiday hosting tips get all the decisions out of your head and into a calm, organized plan you can follow without second-guessing yourself.
Hosting feels peaceful when the plan is simple.
Related: How to Plan a Healthy Allergy-Safe Thanksgiving Menu on Any Budget & 10 No-Bake Gluten Free Holiday Desserts for No Stress Holidays
Holiday Hosting Tips for Entertaining Kids & Adults (Without Extra Work)
A calm holiday evening often comes down to keeping kids engaged in simple, screen-free ways.
Your Gather Safe Kit includes:
- kid-friendly safe snack ideas
- easy group games
- simple kids’ games
These holiday hosting tips will help the night run smoothly so everyone — kids and adults — feels included and calm.
How to Cut Costs When Hosting Large Holiday Events
When you don’t have a plan, groceries get expensive fast.
But a simple, intentional menu saves money and stress.
Your holiday hosting kit includes:
- a grocery list
- blank grocery + menu planning pages
- a sample menu
- kid snack ideas that don’t require pricey specialty items
A little structure makes your whole gathering more affordable.
What’s Inside the Gather Safe Holiday Hosting Kit
Here’s exactly what you’ll receive:
Hosting Guidance
- Allergy-Safe Hosting Builds a Strong Home
- How to Tell a Host About Food Allergies
- How to Ask About Food Allergies
- Easy Ingredient Swaps
Menu Planning Tools
- Holiday Menu Builder
- Sample Menu
- Grocery List
- Blank Menu Page
- Blank Grocery List Page
Food Safety Tools
- Kid-Friendly Safe Snacks
- Allergen Dish Labels
- Place Cards
Games & Prints
- Group Games
- Kids Games
- Merry Christmas Print
- Happy Holidays Print
- Final Encouragement
Everything is calm, simple, printable, and designed to help you host with confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What do I actually need to ask guests about allergies?
Your kit includes a simple guide explaining exactly what to ask and why it matters.
Q: How do I tell guests about allergy-safe hosting without sounding demanding?
The kit walks you through friendly, non-awkward ways to communicate safety.
Q: What safe foods should I serve?
Your kit includes ingredient swaps, safe snack ideas, and a sample menu.
Q: How do I keep kids happy without adding more to my workload?
Games + snack ideas are included for easy hosting.
Q: What if I don’t know where to start?
The menu builder and planning pages give you a clear, calm starting point.
Host a Holiday That Feels Safe, Warm, and Connected
You don’t need more stress, more decisions, or more overwhelm — you just need a simple plan that actually works for real families.
The Gather Safe Kit gives you everything you need to host with confidence, clarity, and peace.
