The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has released updated best practice guidance for providing allergen information to consumers with food hypersensitivities in the out-of-home sector. The new guidelines target restaurants, cafes, delis, market stalls, and takeaways throughout England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Written Information Now Expected The FSA now expects businesses to provide allergen information in writing rather than relying solely on verbal communication. “We are still encouraging consumers to tell food business staff about any food allergies or intolerances, but we are now setting an expectation that businesses should provide written allergen information and encourage a conversation with their customers,” … Continue reading FSA Requires Restaurants to List Allergens in Writing