Allergy card for the Philippines, in Filipino
In the Philippines, SafeMeal shows your card in Filipino, with English under each food. Here is what it tells the kitchen, and the 59 local dishes where your foods often hide.
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FilipinoMMayaMALALANG ALLERGY
I am severely allergic to these foods.
Add a food to see your card.
Mangyaring gumamit ng malinis na kawali, malinis na kagamitan at bagong mantika. Huwag lutuin ang aking pagkain gamit ang mantika, kawali o kutsilyo na ginamit na sa ibang pagkain.
What the card says, in Filipino and English
You pick your foods and say how serious it is. The card then tells the kitchen in the Philippines, in these words, with English under each line so you always know what you are showing.
FilipinoFilipino
| Used for | Filipino | English |
|---|---|---|
| Severe allergy | May malala akong allergy sa mga pagkaing ito. | I am severely allergic to these foods. |
| Intolerance, religion, strict diet | Hindi ako kumakain ng mga pagkaing ito. | I do not eat these foods. |
| Preference | Pakihanda ang pagkain ko nang wala ang mga ito. | Please prepare my meal without these foods. |
| Why it matters | Kahit napakakaunti ay maaaring makamatay. | Even a tiny amount can be life-threatening. |
| Kitchen precautions | Mangyaring gumamit ng malinis na kawali, malinis na kagamitan at bagong mantika. Huwag lutuin ang aking pagkain gamit ang mantika, kawali o kutsilyo na ginamit na sa ibang pagkain. | 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 | Kasama rito ang mga mantika, sabaw, at sarsa na gawa sa mga ito. | This includes oils, broths and sauces made from these ingredients. |
| When in doubt | Kung hindi sigurado, pakitanong sa chef. | If you are not sure, please ask the chef. |
| Thanks | Salamat po sa tulong! | 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! |
CebuanoCebuano
| Used for | Cebuano | English |
|---|---|---|
| Severe allergy | Grabe ang akong allergy aning mga pagkaona. | I am severely allergic to these foods. |
| Intolerance, religion, strict diet | Dili ko mokaon aning mga pagkaona. | I do not eat these foods. |
| Preference | Palihug andama ang akong pagkaon nga walay bisan usa niining mga pagkaona. | Please prepare my meal without these foods. |
| Why it matters | Bisan og gamay kaayo, delikado sa kinabuhi. | Even a tiny amount can be life-threatening. |
| Kitchen precautions | Palihog gamit og limpyo nga kaha, limpyo nga mga galamiton ug bag-ong mantika. Ayaw lutoa ang akong pagkaon gamit ang mantika, kaha o kutsilyo nga gigamit usab sa pag-andam sa pagkaon sa uban. | 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 | Apil na niini ang mga mantika, sabaw, ug sarsa nga ginama aning mga sagola. | This includes oils, broths and sauces made from these ingredients. |
| When in doubt | Kung dili ka sigurado, palihug pangutana sa kusinero. | If you are not sure, please ask the chef. |
| Thanks | Salamat sa imong tabang! | Thank you for your help! |
Where foods hide in the Philippines
The name of a dish rarely says what is in it. For the Philippines, SafeMeal lists 59 local dishes and products under the 49 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.
PeanutMani- Kare-kare
- Lumpiang sariwa
WheatTrigo- PancitPancit (canton, bihon)
- PolvoronesPolvoron
- Lechon sauceSarsa ng lechon (Mang Tomas)
- Fish ballsFishball
MilkGatas- Halo-halo
- Sopas
- Buko dessertsBuko salad / Buko pandan
- Ube halaya
- PolvoronesPolvoron
EggItlog- Spring rollsLumpiang Shanghai
- FlanLeche flan
- Halo-halo
- Bibingka
- Embutido
Make your card before you go to the Philippines.
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 the Philippines
How do I say “I have a severe food allergy” in Filipino?
On the SafeMeal card, a severe allergy reads: “May malala akong allergy sa mga pagkaing ito.” In English: “I am severely allergic to these foods.” The card then shows each food with its picture and its name in Filipino, and asks the kitchen for a clean pan, clean utensils and fresh oil.
Which dishes in the Philippines often contain peanut?
For the Philippines, SafeMeal lists peanut as often hidden in: Kare-kare, Lumpiang sariwa. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which dishes in the Philippines often contain wheat?
For the Philippines, SafeMeal lists wheat as often hidden in: Pancit, Polvorones, Lechon sauce, Fish balls. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which language is the allergy card in for the Philippines?
In the Philippines the card is shown in Filipino, with English under each food. You can switch it to English and Cebuano. 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.