Are These Three Persistent Myths Preventing You from Serving Gluten-Free Dishes?

Over the last decade, demand for gluten-free foods has grown by an eye-popping 200 percent with two out of 10 Americans seeking gluten-free options when dining out.While many restaurants once viewed gluten-free dining as a passing fad, there is growing awareness that demand for gluten-free options is more than a trend. Eager to tap into a growing market, more and more restaurants are adding gluten-free items to their menus.At the same time, restaurant owners may be concerned about the time, expense, and profitability of serving gluten-free dishes. In most cases, these fears are based on misconceptions about gluten-free ingredients and food preparation. With many restaurants evaluating their policies and procedures to meet social distancing requirements, now is the perfect time to dispel three of the most common myths and add gluten-free dishes to your menu.

Myth #1: Serving a Gluten-Free Menu Is Too ExpensiveOne of the most persistent myths about gluten-free dining is that you need a…