How catering businesses can manage food allergens
Around 10% of the population on the island of Ireland suffer from a food hypersensitivity – a food allergy, food intolerance or coeliac condition.
These can vary from mild to life-threatening, and adversely affect the quality-of-life of those who suffer from them. Eating out can be a health risk for people with a food hypersensitivity if they are unaware that food contains certain allergenic ingredients.
Caterers are legally obliged to protect their food hypersensitive customers by managing food allergens. They must provide accurate information on the allergen content of their food for their customers.
The video below gives a guide of what event or catering businesses should do to manage food allergens.
The booklet below explains what catering businesses need to know about allergens and how to serve customers who must avoid certain foods.
Downloads
Food-Allergy-Intolerance-Guide.pdf
