Allergy card for Hong Kong, in Chinese
In Hong Kong, SafeMeal shows your card in Chinese, with English under each food. Here is what it tells the kitchen, and the 54 local dishes where your foods often hide.
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中文（香港）MMaya嚴重過敏
I am severely allergic to these foods.
Add a food to see your card.
請使用乾淨的鍋具、烹調用具與新油。請勿使用與其他食物共用的油、鍋具或刀具烹調我的食物。
What the card says, in Chinese (Hong Kong) and English
You pick your foods and say how serious it is. The card then tells the kitchen in Hong Kong, in these words, with English under each line so you always know what you are showing.
Chinese (Hong Kong)中文（香港）
| Used for | Chinese (Hong Kong) | English |
|---|---|---|
| Severe allergy | 我對以下食物有嚴重的過敏反應。 | I am severely allergic to these foods. |
| Intolerance, religion, strict diet | 我不吃以下食物。 | I do not eat these foods. |
| Preference | 請不要在我的餐點中加入以下食物。 | Please prepare my meal without these foods. |
| Why it matters | 即使食物中只有極少量的過敏原，也可能危及生命。 | Even a tiny amount can be life-threatening. |
| Kitchen precautions | 請使用乾淨的鍋具、烹調用具與新油。請勿使用與其他食物共用的油、鍋具或刀具烹調我的食物。 | 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 | 這包括用這些食材製成的油、湯底和醬料。 | This includes oils, broths and sauces made from these ingredients. |
| When in doubt | 如果您不確定，請詢問廚師。 | If you are not sure, please ask the chef. |
| Thanks | 感謝您的協助！ | 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! |
Mandarin Chinese中文
| Used for | Mandarin Chinese | English |
|---|---|---|
| Severe allergy | 我对以下食物严重过敏。 | I am severely allergic to these foods. |
| Intolerance, religion, strict diet | 我不吃以下食物。 | I do not eat these foods. |
| Preference | 请在准备我的餐点时不要加入以下食物。 | Please prepare my meal without these foods. |
| Why it matters | 即使是微量也可能危及生命。 | Even a tiny amount can be life-threatening. |
| Kitchen precautions | 请使用干净的锅具、烹饪用具和新油。烹调我的食物时，请勿使用与他人食物共用的油、锅具或刀具。 | 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 | 这包括用这些原料制成的油、高汤和酱汁。 | This includes oils, broths and sauces made from these ingredients. |
| When in doubt | 如果您不确定，请询问厨师。 | If you are not sure, please ask the chef. |
| Thanks | 感谢您的帮助！ | Thank you for your help! |
Where foods hide in Hong Kong
The name of a dish rarely says what is in it. For Hong Kong, SafeMeal lists 54 local dishes and products under the 48 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.
Peanut花生- Hong Kong French toast西多士
- Satay sauce沙嗲醬
- Rice noodle rolls腸粉
Wheat小麥- Har gow蝦餃
- Blanched greens油菜
- Curry fish balls咖喱魚蛋
Milk牛奶- Egg tarts蛋撻
- Pineapple bun菠蘿包
- Mango pomelo sago楊枝甘露
Egg蛋 / 雞蛋- Siu mai燒賣
- Pineapple bun菠蘿包
- Wonton noodles雲吞麵
Make your card before you go to Hong Kong.
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 Hong Kong
How do I say “I have a severe food allergy” in Chinese?
On the SafeMeal card, a severe allergy reads: “我對以下食物有嚴重的過敏反應。” In English: “I am severely allergic to these foods.” The card then shows each food with its picture and its name in Chinese, and asks the kitchen for a clean pan, clean utensils and fresh oil.
Which dishes in Hong Kong often contain peanut?
For Hong Kong, SafeMeal lists peanut as often hidden in: Hong Kong French toast, Satay sauce, Rice noodle rolls. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which dishes in Hong Kong often contain wheat?
For Hong Kong, SafeMeal lists wheat as often hidden in: Har gow, Blanched greens, Curry fish balls. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which language is the allergy card in for Hong Kong?
In Hong Kong the card is shown in Chinese, with English under each food. You can switch it to English and Mandarin Chinese. 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.