Allergy card for France, in French
In France, SafeMeal shows your card in French, with English under each food. Here is what it tells the kitchen, and the 79 local dishes where your foods often hide.
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I am severely allergic to these foods.
Add a food to see your card.
Veuillez utiliser une poêle propre, des ustensiles propres et de l'huile neuve. Ne préparez pas mon plat avec de l'huile, des poêles ou des couteaux ayant servi pour d'autres plats.
What the card says, in French and English
You pick your foods and say how serious it is. The card then tells the kitchen in France, in these words, with English under each line so you always know what you are showing.
| Used for | French | English |
|---|---|---|
| Severe allergy | Je suis gravement allergique à ces aliments. | I am severely allergic to these foods. |
| Intolerance, religion, strict diet | Je ne mange pas ces aliments. | I do not eat these foods. |
| Preference | Veuillez préparer mon repas sans ces aliments. | Please prepare my meal without these foods. |
| Why it matters | Même une infime quantité peut être mortelle. | Even a tiny amount can be life-threatening. |
| Kitchen precautions | Veuillez utiliser une poêle propre, des ustensiles propres et de l'huile neuve. Ne préparez pas mon plat avec de l'huile, des poêles ou des couteaux ayant servi pour d'autres plats. | 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 | Cela inclut les huiles, bouillons et sauces à base de ces ingrédients. | This includes oils, broths and sauces made from these ingredients. |
| When in doubt | En cas de doute, veuillez demander au chef. | If you are not sure, please ask the chef. |
| Thanks | Merci pour votre aide ! | Thank you for your help! |
Where foods hide in France
The name of a dish rarely says what is in it. For France, SafeMeal lists 79 local dishes and products under the 68 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.
WheatBlé- Béchamel sauceSauce béchamel
- TabboulehTaboulé
- GravySauce au jus de viande
- Quenelles
MilkLait- Viennoiseries
- Béchamel sauceSauce béchamel
- Mashed potatoesPurée de pommes de terre
- Quiche
- Gratin dauphinois
EggŒuf- Viennoiseries
- Quiche
- Nougat
- AioliAïoli
- Béarnaise sauceSauce béarnaise
- Chocolate mousseMousse au chocolat
PorkPorc- Croque-monsieur
- Quiche LorraineQuiche lorraine
- Beef bourguignonBœuf bourguignon
- PâtéPâté / terrine
- Tartiflette
- Cassoulet
Make your card before you go to France.
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 France
How do I say “I have a severe food allergy” in French?
On the SafeMeal card, a severe allergy reads: “Je suis gravement allergique à ces aliments.” In English: “I am severely allergic to these foods.” The card then shows each food with its picture and its name in French, and asks the kitchen for a clean pan, clean utensils and fresh oil.
Which dishes in France often contain wheat?
For France, SafeMeal lists wheat as often hidden in: Béchamel sauce, Tabbouleh, Gravy, Quenelles. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which dishes in France often contain milk?
For France, SafeMeal lists milk as often hidden in: Viennoiseries, Béchamel sauce, Mashed potatoes, Quiche, Gratin dauphinois. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which language is the allergy card in for France?
In France the card is shown in French, 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.