Allergy friendly gift boxes, explained

Giving food to someone with allergies feels risky, and a lot of people just avoid it. That is a shame, because the safest gifts are often the most appreciated. The trick is doing the checking for them, so the gift feels thoughtful rather than stressful. Here is how.

Do the work so they do not have to

The nicest thing you can give someone with allergies is a gift they do not have to read. If they have to stand there squinting at labels, half the fun is gone. Do the checking first, and tell them it is safe when you hand it over.

That means knowing the exact allergen and reading every label, including the may contain warnings. If you are unsure, ask us before you order. We can check items for you rather than guessing.

The most common allergens to watch

The usual suspects are gluten, dairy, nuts, soy, eggs, and sesame. Many international snacks contain one or more of these, so a label you skip is a label that might bite. Sesame especially sneaks into a lot of Asian and savoury items.

Build the box around what they can eat

Start from what they can have, not what they cannot. If they are gluten free, build from rice crackers and sweets that fit. If they avoid nuts, there is still a world of sour candy and savoury snacks. A box built around their yes list feels like a gift, not a restriction.

Have a look at the gift boxes and the snacks page, and reach out if you need help matching an item to a diet. A small bit of care here turns a risky gift into the one they talk about.

Frequently asked questions

Can you tell me which items are safe for a specific allergy?

Yes, contact us with the allergen and we can check labels for you.

Are your boxes safe for severe allergies?

We can guide you, but for severe allergies you should treat cross contamination warnings as a risk.

Can I build a fully custom box?

Yes, pick individual items from the snacks page to match any diet.