Okay don’t judge me, but… I found your site by using Mr. Google and entering “alcohol food allergies”. LOL!

I have soy, nut, fruit and shellfish allergies. I had my first allergic reaction when I was 17 to kiwi. I attributed it to some of the “fur” getting on the fruit when my mouth started to itch. Tried it the next day and got the same result. Okay, so we stay away from kiwi. A few weeks later, I ate a peach and my mouth and throat started to itch. I thought I didn’t wash it well enough. Tried it again, same result. Then a nectarine, cherries and plums were added to the list. Followed by pineapple, soy, etc. In other words, the list grew.

I am now in my thirties and had my first really scary anaphylactic reaction a few years ago, when my lips swelled. Now, I carry an Epi-pen, steroids and Benadryl with me at all times.

Anyway, I am happy that I stumbled upon your site, will be bookmarking it and trying out several recipes. Thank you for sharing you experience and recipes with us!

- Lori

They’re pretty flexible too – so if any of the ingredients don’t work for you, replace with your favorite related item. Palm oil -> Margarine; Egg substitute (the tapioca stuff) -> oil/water/baking soda mix … the texture might not be perfect, but as long as it is close, and the flavor is there I’m happy.

Every recipe I ever post here will always be egg and nut free, because I don’t see those allergies of ours changing anytime soon.

-Alice