Fish allergy travel guide

Words that may help with a label check

This is a memory aid, not an exhaustive synonym list. Ingredient names and regulations vary by country, manufacturer and product.

Common contexts to investigate

• Soup bases, stocks and noodle broths
• Fermented sauces and seasoning pastes
• Shared grills, fryers and utensils
• Caesar-style dressings and savory sauces

Questions to ask restaurant staff

• Is fish, fish stock, fish sauce, anchovy or dried fish used in the broth or seasoning?
• Is the grill or fryer shared with fish?
• Can staff check every prepared sauce and garnish?