Special doesn't mean tasteless

I have to have special meals on flights due to food intolerances, but they are really disappointing. It like they can't be tasty, if they are special. The gluten free sandwich I received on Qantas was so dry that it was difficult to eat. The meals I got on BA were so dull and they have combined their gluten free with their diary free, which meant I had to suffer soya milk!

I wonder if the chefs that plan these meals ever eat any of them?