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You could even look up VE Day recipes \u2013 because of rationing, there were many makeshift versions of familiar dishes, such as cakes that didn\u2019t use eggs or sugar.\u003C/em\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAs always, be mindful of dietary requirements and allergies \u2013\u0026nbsp;you may need to avoid some allergens altogether, and everything should be clearly labelled.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEveryone should work together to set out tables and chairs in long rows. They should decorate them with red, white, and blue decorations. They could even use flowers!\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEveryone should lay out the food and make sure everything\u2019s clearly labelled.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFood and other everyday items were rationed during the war. For VE Day, certain items like ice cream were available as a special treat.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Col start=\u00223\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEveryone should enjoy their VE Day dining. 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