Allergy card for Switzerland, in Swiss German
In Switzerland, SafeMeal shows your card in Swiss German, with English under each food. Here is what it tells the kitchen, and the 40 local dishes where your foods often hide.
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SchwiizerdütschMMayaSCHWERI ALLERGIE
I am severely allergic to these foods.
Add a food to see your card.
Bitte bruuched Si e suuberi Pfanne, suuberi Chuchiutensilie und früsches Ööl. Choched Si mis Ässe nöd mit Ööl, Pfanne oder Mässer, wo au für anderi Gricht bruucht wärded.
What the card says, in Swiss German and English
You pick your foods and say how serious it is. The card then tells the kitchen in Switzerland, in these words, with English under each line so you always know what you are showing.
Swiss GermanSchwiizerdütsch
| Used for | Swiss German | English |
|---|---|---|
| Severe allergy | Ich bi sehr schwer allergisch uf die Läbesmittel. | I am severely allergic to these foods. |
| Intolerance, religion, strict diet | Ich iss die Läbesmittel nöd. | I do not eat these foods. |
| Preference | Bitte mached Sie mis Ässe ohni die Läbesmittel. | Please prepare my meal without these foods. |
| Why it matters | Scho chlinsti Mängene chönd läbesgföhrlich sii. | Even a tiny amount can be life-threatening. |
| Kitchen precautions | Bitte bruuched Si e suuberi Pfanne, suuberi Chuchiutensilie und früsches Ööl. Choched Si mis Ässe nöd mit Ööl, Pfanne oder Mässer, wo au für anderi Gricht bruucht wärded. | 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 | Das schlüüsst au Ööl, Bouillon und Sauce us dene Zuetate ii. | This includes oils, broths and sauces made from these ingredients. |
| When in doubt | Wänn Sie sich nöd sicher sind, frööged Sie bitte de Choch. | If you are not sure, please ask the chef. |
| Thanks | Merci villmal für Ihri Hilf! | Thank you for your help! |
FrenchFrançais
| 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 Switzerland
The name of a dish rarely says what is in it. For Switzerland, SafeMeal lists 40 local dishes and products under the 41 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.
WheatWeize- SpätzleSpätzli / Knöpfli
- GravyBrotesoosse
MilkMilch- Rösti
- Zopf
- Mashed potatoesHärdöpfelstock
- Rivella
EggEi- SpätzleSpätzli / Knöpfli
- SchnitzelPanierts Schnitzel
- Zopf
- Nougat
PorkSchwiinefleisch- Cervelat
- Veal bratwurstChalbsbratwurscht
- Cordon bleu
- Älplermagronen
Make your card before you go to Switzerland.
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 Switzerland
How do I say “I have a severe food allergy” in Swiss German?
On the SafeMeal card, a severe allergy reads: “Ich bi sehr schwer allergisch uf die Läbesmittel.” In English: “I am severely allergic to these foods.” The card then shows each food with its picture and its name in Swiss German, and asks the kitchen for a clean pan, clean utensils and fresh oil.
Which dishes in Switzerland often contain wheat?
For Switzerland, SafeMeal lists wheat as often hidden in: Spätzle, Gravy. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which dishes in Switzerland often contain milk?
For Switzerland, SafeMeal lists milk as often hidden in: Rösti, Zopf, Mashed potatoes, Rivella. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which language is the allergy card in for Switzerland?
In Switzerland the card is shown in Swiss German, with English under each food. You can switch it to French. 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.