Allergy Friendly Super Bowl Sunday Party Foods

Who is getting ready for Super Bowl Sunday?  Allergy friendly party foods are a must to keep it safe!!  To help you thrive on this Super Bowl Sunday I have compiled a few tasty allergy friendly recipes from some of my favorite bloggers and food allergy publications to give you some inspiration for your game day spread!  


Banana Guacamole from Me- Thrive On Consulting  

Pizza Casserole from Vegetarian Mama

Cranberry Glazed Chicken and Quinoa Meatballs from Allergic Living

Baked Zucchini Fries from Gluten Free and More

Chocolate Raspberry Cookie Dough Truffles from Petite Allergy Treats

Have other favorite allergy friendly game day snacks and treats that you are planning to make? Share them in the comments below...and enjoy the game!

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Dining Out With Food Allergies- The One Thing You Need

Going out to eat and food allergies can be tricky combination.  For us, the decision to trust others with our food prep has been one we take very seriously.  There are so many questions that arise when we relinquish control of our food prep….

• Will the restaurant take our food allergies seriously?

• Will our allergies be communicated clearly to the kitchen staff? (think the game of telephone...we all know how that ends!!)

• Will the kitchen staff take the proper steps to ensure there is no cross-contact? (do they even understand the concept of cross-contact?!)

The key to all of these is clear communication with the restaurant.  We take lots of steps to ensure safety and communicate our allergens to a restaurant, but my number one tip for dining safely with food allergies is to have a chef card to communicate your allergies.

What is a Chef Card? Chef cards are small business card sized documents that list your allergens. You should present these to servers, managers or chefs.  This ensures that the entire restaurant team is on the same page (literally!) about your allergens.  

When we do dine out, restaurant staff are always so appreciative of the fact that we provide the card- and it gives us some piece of mind knowing there will be no question about the foods we need to avoid.  

Thrive On! And.....always be sure to take your epi with you....so technically you need 2 things :)

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If you want to get a custom designed chef cards reach out!  I design custom cards with allergens, contact information and stay safe directives for kitchen staff.  

Heading out now to a restaurant and need a card ASAP? You can use the generic template below.

No matter if you work with me to design your cards, or download the version below, be sure you never dine out without a chef card! 

Generic Chef Card Template from FARE

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Need help living your best life with food allergies?  
I can help you Thrive On! 

Learn more about me and my company, Thrive On Consulting, which provides food allergy coaching and training.  You can also follow me on Facebook for tips to Thrive On with food allergies.

Tips and Gift Ideas for a Safe and Fun Valentine's Day with Food Allergies

I feel like I am just catching my breath from the holidays….but it’s time to start thinking about Valentine’s Day!  One of the many things I have learned in my years as a food allergy coach and mom, planning ahead is key.  So, stuff those last holiday decorations away and join me as we prepare to Thrive On this Valentine’s Day! 

Party Prep

Most schools and day cares plan a Valentines party so get ahead of the curve and start conversations now about how to keep it safe.

• Discuss food allergies with teachers and room parents so everyone is aware.
• Offer to help in any way that you can- I always offered to bring snacks for parties when my girls were in preschool so that I could control the food.
• Make a list of safe candies for parents- or highlight those that should not be brought into the classroom- check out snacksafely.com for their annual list of allergy friendly treats!
• Offer fun non-food alternatives for the party and valentines – I love this bog post from My Gluten Free Kitchen with lots of fun and creative ideas.

Gifts that Cause the Right Kind of Reaction- Joy!

Often times allergy friendly treats require some time because they are being shipped from all over the country.  Here are few of my absolute favorite gifts to order now so they are here in time for your Valentine (plus some great deals!!):

• Chocolate? Did someone say nut-free chocolate? If you are looking for nut-free chocolates Vermont Nut Free is the best! They have great Valentine’s Day themed gifts…and their chocolate tastes amazing!  Our fave: Skippers!!  And, here is a cool deal.  Vermont Nut Free has partnered with FAACT.  If you place your order by 2/27 and enter the code FAACT at checkout you will receive 10% off your order and a part of the proceeds from the sale will go to support FAACT!  
• Kiss Freely has the cutest heart shaped lip glosses perfect for your Valentine.  We got these for my daughter a few years ago and she loves them!  
• If sweet treats are your thing check out Annie Mays Sweet Café for a full array of baked goods- including their box of 12 rose cupcakes….how romantic….and safe as they are free of the top 8 allergens!  They have a full Valentine's Day Menu and if you order before February 1st you will get 10% off your order! 

Share your other stay-safe tips and great gift ideas in the comments below so we can call Thrive On this Valentine's Day! ❤



Need help living your best life with food allergies?  I can help you Thrive On! 
Learn more about me and my company, Thrive On Consulting, which provides food allergy coaching and training.  You can also follow me on Facebook for tips to Thrive On with food allergies.


Product Disclaimer:
Thrive On Consulting was not paid to promote these products.  Products mentioned here are provided as ideas and suggestions to help you Thrive On with food allergies.