California SB-68 (ADDE Act) requires restaurant chains with 20+ locations to disclose allergens by July 1, 2026. Learn practical steps for compliance.
Food Regulation Articles for Restaurant Operators
Stay informed with the latest insights, guidance, and expert analysis on food regulations, allergen compliance, and evolving legal requirements affecting the foodservice and hospitality industry.
From allergen disclosure requirements under the ADDE Act to wider food labelling and safety developments, our blogs break down key topics into clear, actionable guidance for operators, compliance teams, and industry professionals
What California’s New SB-68 Allergen Law Means for Restaurants
What California’s New SB-68 Allergen Law Means for Restaurants How restaurant operators can get ahead of the Allergen Disclosure for Dining Experiences (ADDE) Act before it takes effect in July 2026 If you operate a restaurant in California, a major allergen law is...
Maximizing ROI: Financial and Operational Benefits of ADDE Act Allergen Compliance for US Restaurants
Learn how US restaurant chains can turn SB-68 allergen compliance into measurable ROI, reducing admin, mislabeling, and operational risk while building trust.
The Allergen Audit Trail: How to Evidence Every Ingredient Change under SB-68
The Allergen Audit Trail: How to Evidence Every Ingredient Change under SB-68 How to track allergens across ingredient, recipe, and menu changes Creating a Digital Audit Trail for Allergen Disclosures Every ingredient change carries risk under SB-68 (Allergen...
Allergen Disclosures under the ADDE Act: Financial and Operational Benefits for U.S. Operators
Beyond compliance, operators who implement robust, real-time allergen disclosures can build guest trust, streamline operations, reduce errors, and gain a competitive edge. Clear allergen transparency enhances brand reputation, boosts staff confidence, and directly supports revenue growth.
Building a Central Allergen Database for Compliance with the ADDE Act
Centralize allergen data from vendors to menus, creating a single source of truth that keeps information accurate, consistent, and easy to track across all locations.
Protecting Your Menus: Automated Supplier Alerts for Allergen Changes
Protect menus from hidden allergen risks. Learn how automated vendor alerts keep ingredient data current, traceable, and compliant with SB-68.
Hidden Allergens and Derivatives Your Food Business Must Track on Menus
Identify hidden allergens in recipes and supplier ingredients under SB-68, reduce menu errors, and implement traceable allergen management across U.S. restaurants.
Preparing for the ADDE Act — practical guidance for food service operators
Step-by-step ADDE Act guidance for restaurants: verify allergens, create written alternatives, maintain traceable records, and ensure compliance under SB-68.







