Allergy card for Finland, in Finnish
In Finland, SafeMeal shows your card in Finnish, with English under each food. Here is what it tells the kitchen, and the 22 local dishes where your foods often hide.
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SuomiMMayaVAIKEA ALLERGIA
I am severely allergic to these foods.
Add a food to see your card.
Käytäthän puhdasta pannua, puhtaita välineitä ja uutta öljyä. Älä valmista ruokaani samassa öljyssä, samoilla pannuilla tai samoilla veitsillä kuin muiden annoksia.
What the card says, in Finnish and English
You pick your foods and say how serious it is. The card then tells the kitchen in Finland, in these words, with English under each line so you always know what you are showing.
| Used for | Finnish | English |
|---|---|---|
| Severe allergy | Olen erittäin allerginen näille ruoka-aineille. | I am severely allergic to these foods. |
| Intolerance, religion, strict diet | En syö näitä ruoka-aineita. | I do not eat these foods. |
| Preference | Valmistaisitteko ateriani ilman näitä ruoka-aineita. | Please prepare my meal without these foods. |
| Why it matters | Pienikin määrä voi olla hengenvaarallinen. | Even a tiny amount can be life-threatening. |
| Kitchen precautions | Käytäthän puhdasta pannua, puhtaita välineitä ja uutta öljyä. Älä valmista ruokaani samassa öljyssä, samoilla pannuilla tai samoilla veitsillä kuin muiden annoksia. | 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 | Tämä koskee myös näistä aineksista tehtyjä öljyjä, liemiä ja kastikkeita. | This includes oils, broths and sauces made from these ingredients. |
| When in doubt | Jos olet epävarma, kysy kokilta. | If you are not sure, please ask the chef. |
| Thanks | Kiitos avusta! | Thank you for your help! |
Where foods hide in Finland
The name of a dish rarely says what is in it. For Finland, SafeMeal lists 22 local dishes and products under the 19 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.
WheatVehnä- MeatballsLihapullat
- GravyPaistikastike
- LicoriceLakritsi
- Karelian pastyKarjalanpiirakka
MilkMaito- MeatballsLihapullat
- Karelian pastyKarjalanpiirakka
- Macaroni casseroleMakaronilaatikko
- Liver casseroleMaksalaatikko
- Salmon soupLohikeitto
EggKananmuna- MeatballsLihapullat
- Karelian pastyKarjalanpiirakka
- Macaroni casseroleMakaronilaatikko
- Liver casseroleMaksalaatikko
PorkSianliha- Cabbage rollsKaalikääryleet
- MeatballsLihapullat
- Split pea soupHernekeitto
- Karelian hotpotKarjalanpaisti
- Lihapiirakka
Make your card before you go to Finland.
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 Finland
How do I say “I have a severe food allergy” in Finnish?
On the SafeMeal card, a severe allergy reads: “Olen erittäin allerginen näille ruoka-aineille.” In English: “I am severely allergic to these foods.” The card then shows each food with its picture and its name in Finnish, and asks the kitchen for a clean pan, clean utensils and fresh oil.
Which dishes in Finland often contain wheat?
For Finland, SafeMeal lists wheat as often hidden in: Meatballs, Gravy, Licorice, Karelian pasty. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which dishes in Finland often contain milk?
For Finland, SafeMeal lists milk as often hidden in: Meatballs, Karelian pasty, Macaroni casserole, Liver casserole, Salmon soup. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which language is the allergy card in for Finland?
In Finland the card is shown in Finnish, with English under each food. 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.