Allergy card for Cyprus, in Greek
In Cyprus, SafeMeal shows your card in Greek, with English under each food. Here is what it tells the kitchen, and the 30 local dishes where your foods often hide.
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ΕλληνικάMMayaΣΟΒΑΡΗ ΑΛΛΕΡΓΙΑ
I am severely allergic to these foods.
Add a food to see your card.
Παρακαλώ χρησιμοποιήστε καθαρό τηγάνι, καθαρά σκεύη και φρέσκο λάδι. Μην μαγειρεύετε το φαγητό μου με λάδι, τηγάνια ή μαχαίρια που χρησιμοποιούνται για άλλα φαγητά.
What the card says, in Greek and English
You pick your foods and say how serious it is. The card then tells the kitchen in Cyprus, in these words, with English under each line so you always know what you are showing.
GreekΕλληνικά
| Used for | Greek | English |
|---|---|---|
| Severe allergy | Έχω σοβαρή αλλεργία σε αυτά τα τρόφιμα. | I am severely allergic to these foods. |
| Intolerance, religion, strict diet | Δεν τρώω αυτά τα τρόφιμα. | I do not eat these foods. |
| Preference | Παρακαλώ ετοιμάστε το γεύμα μου χωρίς αυτά τα τρόφιμα. | Please prepare my meal without these foods. |
| Why it matters | Ακόμα και μια ελάχιστη ποσότητα μπορεί να είναι απειλητική για τη ζωή. | Even a tiny amount can be life-threatening. |
| Kitchen precautions | Παρακαλώ χρησιμοποιήστε καθαρό τηγάνι, καθαρά σκεύη και φρέσκο λάδι. Μην μαγειρεύετε το φαγητό μου με λάδι, τηγάνια ή μαχαίρια που χρησιμοποιούνται για άλλα φαγητά. | Please use a clean pan, clean utensils and fresh oil. Do not cook my food with shared oil, pans or knives. |
| Oils, broths and sauces | Αυτό περιλαμβάνει λάδια, ζωμούς και σάλτσες που φτιάχνονται από αυτά τα συστατικά. | This includes oils, broths and sauces made from these ingredients. |
| When in doubt | Αν δεν είστε σίγουροι, παρακαλώ ρωτήστε τον σεφ. | If you are not sure, please ask the chef. |
| Thanks | Σας ευχαριστώ για τη βοήθεια! | Thank you for your help! |
English
| Used for | English |
|---|---|
| Severe allergy | I am severely allergic to these foods. |
| Intolerance, religion, strict diet | I do not eat these foods. |
| Preference | Please prepare my meal without these foods. |
| Why it matters | Even a tiny amount can be life-threatening. |
| Kitchen precautions | Please use a clean pan, clean utensils and fresh oil. Do not cook my food with shared oil, pans or knives. |
| Oils, broths and sauces | This includes oils, broths and sauces made from these ingredients. |
| When in doubt | If you are not sure, please ask the chef. |
| Thanks | Thank you for your help! |
TurkishTürkçe
| Used for | Turkish | English |
|---|---|---|
| Severe allergy | Bu yiyeceklere karşı şiddetli alerjim var. | I am severely allergic to these foods. |
| Intolerance, religion, strict diet | Bu yiyecekleri yemiyorum. | I do not eat these foods. |
| Preference | Lütfen yemeğimi bu yiyecekler olmadan hazırlayın. | Please prepare my meal without these foods. |
| Why it matters | Çok küçük bir miktar bile hayati tehlike yaratabilir. | Even a tiny amount can be life-threatening. |
| Kitchen precautions | Lütfen temiz bir tava, temiz mutfak gereçleri ve taze yağ kullanın. Yemeğimi ortak kullanılan yağ, tava veya bıçaklarla pişirmeyin. | Please use a clean pan, clean utensils and fresh oil. Do not cook my food with shared oil, pans or knives. |
| Oils, broths and sauces | Buna, bu malzemelerden yapılan yağlar, et, balık veya sebze suları ve soslar da dahildir. | This includes oils, broths and sauces made from these ingredients. |
| When in doubt | Emin değilseniz, lütfen aşçıya sorun. | If you are not sure, please ask the chef. |
| Thanks | Yardımınız için teşekkürler! | Thank you for your help! |
Where foods hide in Cyprus
The name of a dish rarely says what is in it. For Cyprus, SafeMeal lists 30 local dishes and products under the 33 foods they often hide. Here are the ones for the most common allergies; in the app, tap any food on your card to see its list.
Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next. Always confirm with the restaurant.
WheatΣιτάρι- MeatballsΚεφτέδες / κεφτεδάκια
- TaramasalataΤαραμοσαλάτα
- KibbehΚούπες
- MoussakaΜουσακάς
- Tarhana soupΤραχανάς
MilkΓάλα- MoussakaΜουσακάς
- PastitsioΠαστίτσιο
- GalaktobourekoΓαλακτομπούρεκο
EggΑυγό- MoussakaΜουσακάς
- MeatballsΚεφτέδες / κεφτεδάκια
- PastitsioΠαστίτσιο
- AvgolemonoΑυγολέμονο
PorkΧοιρινό- SouvlakiΣουβλάκι / καλαμάκι
- MeatballsΚεφτέδες / κεφτεδάκια
- SheftaliaΣεφταλιά
- AfeliaΑφέλια
- Stuffed vine leavesΝτολμαδάκια
- PastitsioΠαστίτσιο
- LoukanikoΚυπριακά λουκάνικα
Make your card before you go to Cyprus.
Pick your foods and look at what the kitchen would read. Try the live demo or get the app: the card works offline once it is set up.
Questions about eating out in Cyprus
How do I say “I have a severe food allergy” in Greek?
On the SafeMeal card, a severe allergy reads: “Έχω σοβαρή αλλεργία σε αυτά τα τρόφιμα.” In English: “I am severely allergic to these foods.” The card then shows each food with its picture and its name in Greek, and asks the kitchen for a clean pan, clean utensils and fresh oil.
Which dishes in Cyprus often contain wheat?
For Cyprus, SafeMeal lists wheat as often hidden in: Meatballs, Taramasalata, Kibbeh, Moussaka, Tarhana soup. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which dishes in Cyprus often contain milk?
For Cyprus, SafeMeal lists milk as often hidden in: Moussaka, Pastitsio, Galaktoboureko. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which language is the allergy card in for Cyprus?
In Cyprus the card is shown in Greek, with English under each food. You can switch it to English and Turkish. The app picks the language from the country you are in, and you can change it at any time.
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SafeMeal is not a medical device. No card or app can guarantee a safe meal: always confirm with the restaurant staff, and keep your emergency medication with you.