Allergen Disclosure for Dining Experiences Act Knowledge Hub

Cross-Contamination & Food Safety Resources for Restaurant Operators

Protocols and preventative strategies to reduce allergen cross-contact risks while maintaining high food safety and hygiene standards throughout your operation.

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The Ultimate Restaurant Compliance Checklist (US)

Key Takeaways:  Restaurant compliance covers food safety, allergen management, menu labeling, staff training, permits, and inspection readiness. For multi-unit operators, the challenge is not knowing what to do. It is doing it consistently across every location....

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Preventing Allergen Cross-Contamination in Restaurants

If you run a restaurant, allergen risk is not always caused by one dramatic mistake. More often, it comes from small, ordinary breakdowns. A knife is reused during a rush. Gloves are changed, but the apron is not. A fryer that “should be fine” is shared between items....

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Thanksgiving Foodservice Success: Trends, Menus & Allergen Safety

Thanksgiving Foodservice Success: Trends, Menus & Allergen Safety

Thanksgiving is a prime opportunity for U.S. foodservice operators to boost revenue with festive menus, catering, and takeout. Traditional favourites like turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie dominate menus — but holiday specials can introduce new allergen risks. Planning ahead, training staff, offering allergen-friendly options, and using digital menu systems ensures guest safety, smooth service, and high sales during the busiest holiday of the year.

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