by Jason | May 21, 2010 | Blog
Next time you eat out at a restaurant consider dessert. I know what you’re thinking, “Are you crazy? Everything either has nuts or is cross-contaminated with nuts.” For years we though the same thing, until we asked about it. Most restaurants now are used to customers asking allergy specific questions. Many of these have a book that lists every menu item and what common allergens the food contains or may contain.
Our kids are so used to not being able to eat some foods because they contain or may contain peanuts or tree nuts so when we find something that they can have a restaurant, it is an extra special treat for them. If the restaurant doesn’t, we shrug and say, “Oh well, we tried. We’ll just eat dessert at home.” Next time you go out to eat, ask the server or manager. You might find out you have more options than you realize. Some restaurants we’ve been to that have allergen books are: Chili’s, Red Robin and Panera Bread. Do you know of any other restaurants that have an allergen book or list? Share it with us in the comments!
by Jason | May 11, 2010 | Blog
Kids love waffle house. Heck, I love Waffle House. The first time we went there with our allergic child we assumed that the waffles would be safe for her. We asked the waitress about the batter ingredients and felt pretty good about things until we noticed the pecan waffle on the menu. Now we had to think about cross contamination issues. Unfortunately, Waffle House does not have a waffle iron dedicated solely for pecan waffles or for plain waffles. As a result, we did not feel safe ordering her a waffle. That is the way it goes sometimes but the issue of cross contamination is something we should all consider when eating out. At Waffle House the main concern is the waffle irons. At another restaurant, it could be the flat top grill or the counter top where they make sandwiches. If you have any concerns always ask your server or the restaurant manager, most restaurants are more than happy to answers your questions and many times they can suggest a solution that makes everyone happy. What are some things that you worry or concern you when you eat out?
by Jason | May 11, 2010 | Blog
Welcome to peanutfreelife.com! As the parent of a child with a life threatening peanut and tree nut allergy, we know how difficult it can be for someone with this allergy to feel normal as it relates to grocery shopping, eating out at restaurants and any other activities where food might be involved. We decided to create a blog that would be a resource for people with food allergies and the family to help them find foods that are safe for them to have. You might be surprised by the number of options available to you. In the next few days we will be posting a list of foods that we know are safe for our allergic child. In the meantime please feel free to send us any foods that you know of or have questions about.
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