# Real Talk # 66 – How to tell your server you have food allergies

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Podcast: [Culips Everyday English Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/culips-everyday-english-podcast-407440)
Published: 2026-03-26T15:09:14+00:00
Episode link: https://esl.culips.com/2026/03/real-talk-66-how-to-tell-your-server-you-have-food-allergies/
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## Resource

What would you say if you sat down at a restaurant and needed to tell your server about a food allergy? In this episode of Real Talk, Andrew and Indiana teach you practical phrases and expressions for talking about food allergies, food safety, and common menu abbreviations you’ll see in English-speaking countries. Listen to this episode and practice the expressions in the study guide to feel more confident the next time you eat out. Expressions included in the study guide A severe allergy To make a note of (something) To steer clear of (something) Cross contamination To go the extra mile Lactose intolerant The Best Way to Learn with This Episode: Culips members get an interactive transcript, helpful study guide, and ad-free audio for this episode. Take your English to the next level by becoming a Culips member. Become a Culips member now: Click here: Members can access the ad-free version here: Click here. Join our Discord community to connect with other learners and get more English practice. Click here to join:

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