Your Guide to Being an Allergy-Safe Wedding Guest

Attending a wedding should be joyful, not anxiety-inducing. For guests with food allergies or dietary restrictions, navigating the reception menu can feel like walking through a culinary minefield. From hidden ingredients in sauces to language barriers at international venues, the risks are real. With thoughtful preparation and smart tools like the mm food app, you can celebrate safely and focus on the happy couple.

1. Communicate Clearly & Early

Contact the couple or wedding planner at least 2-3 weeks before the event. Politely share your specific allergies or dietary needs (e.g., gluten, nuts, dairy, shellfish). Offer to send details via email for accuracy. This gives the catering team ample time to plan alternatives.

2. Request the Menu in Advance

Ask for the wedding menu ahead of time. With mm food, you can instantly translate foreign-language menus into your native tongue. Simply snap a photo or upload the menu – the app deciphers dishes and ingredients, eliminating guesswork across languages.

3. Analyze Dishes for Hidden Risks

Got the menu? Use mm food’s AI-powered dietary scanner: Input your allergies (choose from pre-set options like vegan, celiac, or add custom restrictions). The app cross-references every dish, highlighting safe options and flagging potential risks based on ingredient analysis. No more relying on vague descriptions!

4. Pack Backup Essentials

Even with precautions, bring emergency items:

• Epinephrine auto-injectors or medication
• Sealed allergy-safe snacks
• Small card detailing your restrictions in the local language (handy for staff)

5. Double-Check on the Big Day

At the reception, politely confirm your meal with catering staff. Use mm food to translate questions like "Does this contain eggs?" if language is a barrier. Avoid buffet cross-contamination and stick to pre-approved dish options flagged by the app.

Celebrate With Confidence

Brunch seating? Late-night tacos? Destination wedding in Kyoto? mm food helps you proactively manage risks anywhere. By communicating early, leveraging technology, and planning for contingencies, you’ll savor the celebration without compromising safety. Focus on dancing, not dietary disasters!

The mm food app: Translate menus, uncover hidden allergens, and dine out fearlessly.