Menu Allergens 2026: What EU Law Really Requires (and the Myths)
Regulation 1169/2011 has applied unchanged since 2014 — there was no March 2026 amendment. Check the real requirements and 4 common menu allergen myths.
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Allergens & Menu Safety
Allergens, cross-contact, menu labeling, and staff training.
PPDS in Poland 2026: Does Natasha's Law Apply to Your Kitchen
What PPDS means for packed sandwiches, salads and desserts in small foodservice. Check the 2026 status in Poland and avoid the common labelling mistakes.
Allergic Reaction in a Restaurant: What to Do
An allergic reaction in your restaurant is a legal, financial, and human emergency. The first 10 minutes determine whether the outcome is a manageable incident or…
14 Major Allergens: Complete List with Examples for Restaurants
EU Regulation 1169/2011 requires that allergen information is provided for all food sold or served to consumers.
Allergens in Catering: From Kitchen to Label to Delivery
How to keep allergen information consistent from production through labeling to customer delivery. See where the chain usually breaks.
Allergen Training for Foodservice: A 45-Minute Scenario
A ready-made 45-minute allergen training for your team: full plan, a 12-question test and a printable certificate that meets the documentation requirement.
Allergen Cross-Contact: Where Kitchens Fail and How to Fix It
Typical cross-contamination spots in the kitchen and the procedures and habits that reduce them. Find out where your setup is most at risk.
Gluten-Free and Vegan Claims: How to Stay Out of Trouble
'Gluten-free' and 'vegan' aren't just marketing - they're a liability if your kitchen has no system. See how to phrase descriptions and protect against claims.
Allergens in the Menu 2026: How to Label Them in 30 Minutes
Step by step: label all 14 allergens in your menu in 30 minutes. Grab a free template, proven phrasing, and avoid 6 mistakes that lead to complaints.