ALABAMA
Payton Robinson
I’m allergic to dairy, eggs, peanuts, fish, and shellfish and I live in Fairhope, Alabama. See the 71 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @allergystrategy. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is the connections with others who are having to navigate life in some of the same ways and getting to share awesome allergy resources with others!! Both are such a gift!
Favorite Spokin find: I was so excited to find the PERFECT gingerbread house through Spokin’s Holiday Gingerbread House Guide!! (Who says you’re ever too old for a gingerbread house?? Not me! Haha)
Favorite review shared on Spokin: I loved sharing a review on Erin McKenna’s Bakery because their New York location was the first allergy-friendly bakery I ever visited many years ago. Walking into a bakery with all sorts of goodies I could eat for the first time was an experience I’ll never forget. Erin McKenna’s Bakery holds a special place in my heart, and we love the Orlando location as well!!
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Silk’s almond milk creamer, Enjoy Life’s semisweet chocolate chips, and any type of non-dairy/peanut-free ice cream!!!
Dream find on the Spokin App: Dairy/egg/peanut-free Cotton Candy ice cream!!! Sounds crazy but I’ve been on the lookout for years!
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Champ’s Diner or Silk!
Always on the hunt for: Vegan bakeries and restaurants in different cities! We LOVE to travel, and although I am not completely vegan, it is always easiest for us to go with vegan restaurants or bakeries due to the severity of my dairy and egg allergies.
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @nicole_thenomad (love her fun content!), @foodallergy (always keeps me up to date!!), @vegoutmagazine (never fails to post something drool worthy!!) You can follow me on instagram @theallergystrategy
ARIZONA
Lindsey Roper
I’m allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, and certain medications, intolerant to mushrooms, and OAS to mangoes, bananas, and avocados. I live in Peoria, Arizona. See the 101 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @lindseymroper. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is being able to connect with a group of people who share common things (our allergies and experiences) and a common goal: wanting to advocate for our community, whether it be protection, guidance at restaurants, or making others aware of the severity of food allergies.
Favorite Spokin find: My favorite finds from the Spokin app are new restaurants that are safe and A La Mode ice cream!
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Vermont Nut Free—their chocolates will always have a special place in my heart since they were the first chocolate brand I’ve ever had.
Sweet or savory? Savory!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Sargento cheese (peanut and tree nut-free facility), raspberries, and chicken breast
Dream find on the Spokin App: A nut-free bakery in Paris! I’d love to try safe, French desserts.
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Intentional Foods or Noble Bird Rotisserie! I’d LOVE a Verified Brands Restaurant Edition.
Always on the hunt for: Nut-free bakeries and restaurants!
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @nutfreementality (an amazing blogger who shares her journey through the TIP through So Cal Food Allergy), @Intentionalfoods (Top 8 free restaurant in Mesa, AZ), and @thenutlessbaker (check out her recipes and blogs!) You can follow me on Instagram @livfree_withlindsey.
Lisa Horne
My teen son is allergic to peanut and shellfish and my husband has an autoimmune disease that has him intolerant to gluten, corn, dairy, and almonds. I live in Gilbert, Arizona. See the 214 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @foodallergypi. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is the community of peers and the fun new finds!
Favorite Spokin find: Recently my whole family be some obsessed with Trio Fudge!
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Culver’s Drive Thru while on a trip. I love finding new friendly places while traveling.
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: SunButter, Marshmallow Fluff, and bread
Dream find on the Spokin App: Peanut-free bakeries and ice cream shops. Those seem to be popular with my son’s teen friend groups.
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Entenmann’s or Krispy Kreme
Always on the hunt for: Allergy-friendly places to dine out while traveling.
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @yumearth, @sunbutter, and @foodallergy. You can follow me on Instagram @foodallergypi.
CALIFORNIA
Ankita
I’m allergic to peanuts and pine nuts and I live in San Francisco, California. See the 91 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @xkita. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is having a great community of women that are vocal about having food allergies and ways to find great allergy-friendly food.
Favorite Spokin find: Trio Fudge 🙂
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Also Trio Fudge
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Oat milk, egg whites, and chocolate
Dream find on the Spokin App: A nut-free bakery and a nut-free Chinese or Thai restaurant
Always on the hunt for: The perfect chocolate croissant
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @bobby, @madewell, and @thedogist. You can follow me on Instagram @axekita.
Katie Wright
I’m allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, and sesame seeds and I live in Los Angeles, California. See the 70 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @kqwright5. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is connecting with those in the allergy community and being up to date on all things allergy!
Favorite Spokin find: A La Mode and Kween Granola Butter
Favorite review shared on Spokin: My review series for fruit gummies! Specifically Welch’s.
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Eggs, spicy chips, and chocolate
Dream find on the Spokin App: Nut-free macarons!! And nut + sesame-free Chinese food
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Some major LA restaurants! Like Perch LA.
Always on the hunt for: Nut-free chocolate! (And nut-free bakeries!)
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: My fellow Spokin ambassadors, @buzzfeedtasty, and @delish. You can follow me on Instagram @katie_wrong.
Danya Sarsour
My children are allergic to tree nuts, sesame, mustard, flax and chia seeds and I live in Irvine, California. See the 322 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @dsarsour. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is all the great support!
Favorite Spokin find: Restaurant guides for various locations
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Monarch Beach Resort
Sweet or savory? Savory!
3 things always in my grocery cart: FancyPants Baking Co. cookies, fruit, and Abe’s muffins
Dream find on the Spokin App: An allergy-friendly bakery in Orange County
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Skincare products
Always on the hunt for: New restaurants
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @madonna and @omaldives. You can follow me on Instagram @dsarsour.
Emily McElroy
I’m allergic to peanuts and most tree nuts, gluten intolerant, and I live in Pleasanton, California. See the 720 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @emilymcelroy. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is hearing about new and safe products and being surrounded by a supportive community of people with food allergies!
Favorite Spokin find: Videri Chocolate Factory in Raleigh, NC
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Oceans & Earth Restaurant
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Hilary’s Eat Well Fiesta Black Bean Veggie Burgers, Canyon Bakehouse Ancient Grain Gluten-Free Bread, and Guittard dark chocolate chips
Dream find on the Spokin App: Nut-free açaí bowls in Los Angeles, CA
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Trader Joe’s
Always on the hunt for: Nut + gluten-free bakeries
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @88acres, @rachlmansfield, and @awesomebitesco. You can follow me on Instagram @ems_nutfree_eats.
Jeana Zirlin
My son is allergic to eggs, dairy, nuts, and sesame and I live in San Diego, California. See the 11 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @jeanaz. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is how becoming an allergy mom has connected me with my life purpose. I am extremely passionate about health, and feel an obligation to share what I’m learning. My hope is that we can create a safer world for our children & grandchildren. Being a Spokin Ambassador is such an honor!
Favorite Spokin find: Undercover Snacks – Chocolate Peppermint
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Kai Ola Sushi! After I shared my experience about a sesame scare, changed their process. This is why I speak up!
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Kale, avocados, and Persian cucumbers
Dream find on the Spokin App: A Top 8 Allergy-Friendly restaurant in North County San Diego would be AMAZING!
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Beautycounter
Always on the hunt for: Easy allergy-friendly baking mixes with clean ingredients
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @beautycounter, @petajean, and @lori_ladd. You can follow me on Instagram @the_beautywarrior.
Jessica
I’m allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, all seeds, wheat, soy, fish, shellfish, lentils, tomatoes, chickpea, pea, mango, pineapple, kiwi, and melon and I live in San Francisco, California. See the 36 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @nutfreejessica. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is the community! All the other ambassadors are really friendly and so relatable. It’s nice getting to know other people with allergies through Spokin. Plus the occasional snacks are cool too. ☺️
Favorite Spokin find: Cado ice cream!
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Probably my review for King Arthur gluten free pancake mix.
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Apples, mushrooms, and eggs
Dream find on the Spokin App: A bakery free of all my allergens in the SF Bay Area
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Kiss Freely
Always on the hunt for: Gluten-free/nut-free baking mixes!
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @sallysbakeblog, @everydayallergenfree, and @bri.luginbill. You can follow me on Instagram @nutfreementality.
Samantha Cristol
I’m allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, peas, and shellfish, lactose intolerant, and I live in San Francisco, California. See the 549 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @scristol. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is the community!! Having a food allergy can feel really isolating and it’s been so wonderful to find other people who have similar experiences.
Favorite Spokin find: Sweet Maple (brunch place in San Francisco)
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Undercover Chocolate!! I’m obsessed!
Sweet or savory? Savory!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Enjoy Life mini chocolate chips, Oatly, and prosciutto
Dream find on the Spokin App: Safe restaurants in Japan!
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Torani syrups, Starbucks, Hershey’s
Always on the hunt for: Nut allergy safe restaurants!
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @plantkween. You can follow me on Instagram @samanthaisokay.
Katie Greene
My son is allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, egg, dairy, and peas/pea protein and I live in Southern California. See the 117 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin app and follow me @lifewithitchy. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is discovering new foods and companies.
Favorite Spokin find: Every Body Eat crackers and Kween granola butter!
Favorite review shared on Spokin: My review of Noble Bird Rotisserie
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Rice milk, vegan cream cheese from Trader Joe’s, and Tito’s (lol)
Dream find on the Spokin App: A dairy & nut free ice cream shop or a safe dairy and nut free donut shop 🙂
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Annie’s
Always on the hunt for: Snacks & restaurants
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @allergyfriendlymama, @lovewhatmatters (for moving stories), and @vodkalana (for funny memes). You can follow me on Instagram @life_with_itchy_
Mary
My family has various allergies and a gluten intolerance and I live in California. See the 105 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin app and follow me @gfnutfreemama. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is the wonderful community.
Favorite Spokin find: Undercover Snacks, Sweet Loren’s, and Oatly
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Undercover Snacks
Sweet or savory? Sweet
3 things always in my grocery cart: Chocolate, flour, and cheese
Dream find on the Spokin App: A gluten-free croissant bakery in France
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Taste Republic, Bread Srsly
Always on the hunt for: Great companies, products and bakeries.
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @preppykitchen, @sallysbakeblog and @halfbakedharvest. You can follow me on Instagram @gfnutfreemama.
Maddie Waldie
I’m allergic to peanuts and tree nuts and have OAS and I live in Sunnyvale, California. See the 133 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @madeleinewaldie. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is being a part of a community, meeting other young adults with food allergies, learning from others’ experiences, and having the opportunity to try new products!
Favorite Spokin find: Pretty Tasty Cupcake Boutique
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Lauren’s Hope Medical ID
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Enjoy Life chocolate chips, King Arthur Flour GF mixes, and Straus Family Creamery Ice Cream
Dream find on the Spokin App: Allergy-friendly funnel cake
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Hershey’s
Always on the hunt for: Nut-free chocolates! 🙂
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @thechronicallyhonest, @foodallergy, and @nonuts4me. You can follow me on Instagram @madeleine.waldie.
Natalie Perez
My kids are allergic to eggs and peanuts and I live in Victorville, California. See the 5 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @nmarie. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is the wonderful community of food allergy moms, finding safe foods for Penelope, and sharing these finds with others!
Favorite Spokin find: Undercover Snacks
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Undercover Snacks
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Oat milk, almond milk, and Enjoy Life chocolate chips
Dream find on the Spokin App: An egg-free bakery and egg-free conchas
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Banza, Birch Benders, OWYN, Safe & Fair, and Follow Your Heart
Always on the hunt for: Egg-free baked goods
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @target, @thesisterstudioig, and @sixvegansisters. You can follow me on Instagram @_natalie__marie_.
CONNECTICUT
Sarah Ackerman
I’m allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, legumes, soy, shellfish, fish, sesame, mustard and stone fruits, and gluten intolerant and I live in Stamford, Connecticut. See the 246 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @girlbehindhive. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is connecting with other women my age who have food allergies. I didn’t know many people with severe food allergies growing up, so I am thrilled to be a part of this group of strong women conquering life with food allergies!
Favorite Spokin find: Canyon Bakehouse was an amazing find! I love their gluten free bread and the fact that it does not contain pea protein.
Favorite review shared on Spokin: I was thrilled to share a review for my favorite childhood bakery, Cerbone’s. It is located in Westchester, NY and completely peanut and tree nut free! While I love all of their cookies, cakes, and other treats, my favorite memory was when I tried my first ever macaron!
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Tostitos, bananas, and avocados
Dream find on the Spokin App: Allergy-friendly croissants!
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: It would be a dream to get The Kraft Heinz Company verified on Spokin!
Always on the hunt for: I am always looking for bakery goods free from my allergens! If you know of any amazing brands selling peanut, nut, soy, gluten, sesame, and legume-free treats, PLEASE let me know!
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @thedonutpub, @newyorkfoodies, and @bakedbyrachel. You can follow me on Instagram @girlbehindthehive.
FLORIDA
Lauren Beach
My daughter is allergic to peanuts and tree nuts excluding almond and coconut and I live in Clearwater, Florida. See the 1001 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @lattelauren. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is the community with other families living with allergies!
Favorite Spokin find: The Good Crisp Company Chips
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Ben & Jerry’s Factory Tour
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Cheddar cheese, Frank’s Hot Sauce, and chocolate
Dream find on the Spokin App: Nut-free bakeries!
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Annie’s
Always on the hunt for: Nut-free facility foods and restaurants/bakeries
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @kingarthurbaking, @atlasobscura, and @goodnews_movement. You can follow me on Instagram @theallergymoms.
Alyssa Quilang
I’m allergic to seafood, shellfish, peanuts, and tree nuts and I live in Jacksonville, Florida. See the 50 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @alyssaarria14. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is being able to discover new brands of food that are safe for me to eat and to get to share them with others. I also love being part of a community that understands what having allergies is like. I’ve definitely become more vocal and confident about my allergies and asking questions.
Favorite Spokin find: Trio Fudge, Don’t Go Nuts White Chocolate Granola Bars, FancyPants Baking Co., The Good Crisp Company, and new Instagram accounts to follow for recipes.
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Sharing restaurant reviews from Chicken Guy and Hawkers. And Brazi Bites!
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Ice cream, Brazi Bites Brazilian Cheese Bread, and chicken nuggets
Dream find on the Spokin App: Any bakery or ice cream shop that’s nut free
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Garden Lites, Starbucks
Always on the hunt for: Nut-free snacks and desserts!
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @grandbabycakes, @emilynels8, and @iamtabithabrown. You can follow me on Instagram @smalltouchofmagic.
Amanda Paolicelli
I’m allergic to peanuts and tree nuts excluding coconut and I live in Orlando, Florida. See the 118 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @amandapayo1219. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is the community I am a part of. Knowing I have a group of people who go through the same struggles and understands makes all the difference, especially in times like now.
Favorite Spokin find: Trio Fudge, Kween granola butter, A La Mode ice cream, Sweet Loren’s cookies, and Made Good granola
Favorite review shared on Spokin: The Trio Fudge sampler pack that I got for my family as well as Speed Bump A La Mode Ice Cream!
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Seedible sesame butter (creamy), Made Good granola balls (mixed berry and chocolate), and Sweet Loren’s sugar cookies.
Dream find on the Spokin App: A nut-free bakery in Italy
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Safe + Fair!
Always on the hunt for: Nut-free bakeries, especially ones with gourmet cupcakes and donuts!
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @kweenandco, @ems_nutfree_eats, and @hannahann. You can follow me on Instagram @amandapayo1219.
GEORGIA
Melissa Engel
I’m allergic to milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, and shellfish, have a gluten sensitivity, and I live in Atlanta, Georgia. See the 167 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @missmeliss1895. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is the Spokin community! Because of Spokin, I have friends with food allergies from all across the country!
Favorite Spokin find: Kip’s Granola Bark!!!
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Northside Shack!
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Ripe bananas, sweet potatoes, & veggies galore!
Dream find on the Spokin App: Paradise resort with special allergy-trained chefs and an on-site hospital!
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: True Food Kitchen! Erin McKenna’s Bakery! Kate’s Safe & Sweet! So Delicious! Cado Ice Cream!
Always on the hunt for: Allergy-friendly açaí bowl cafes!
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @onepeloton, @yogainspiration, and @emoryuniversity. You can follow me on Instagram @missmeliss1895.
ILLINOIS
Alexa Jordan
I’m allergic to tree nuts, cherries, pineapples, kiwi, and snap peas and I live in Aurora, Illinois. See the 107 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @alexajordan. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is staying up to date with all of the allergy-free snacks! Spokin is a great way to stay connected with your friends who understand the food allergy battle!
Favorite Spokin find: That’s It Dark Chocolate Fig Truffles
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Chocolate Brownie Nature’s Bakery Bars
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Bananas, all-natural peanut butter, and Made Good granola bars
Dream find on the Spokin App: Nut-free crepes in Paris!
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Nature’s Bakery
Always on the hunt for: A new go-to nut-free snack!
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @hungryharrysfoods, @girlbehindthehive, and @hillarytollecarter. You can follow me on Instagram @alexa.jordan.
Alyssa Bauder
I’m allergic to peanuts, tree nuts (excluding coconut), shellfish, and chickpeas and I live in Chicago, Illinois. See the 204 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @bauder19. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is connecting with peers in the food allergy community! I am beyond grateful to not feel so alone in managing my severe food allergies.
Favorite Spokin find: Summer House Santa Monica in Lincoln Park, Chicago using the location feature!
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Speed Bump A La Mode Ice Cream, because I had been wanting to try it for forever!
Sweet or savory? Savory!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Butter Skinny Pop, Oatly Oat Milk, and 88 Acres Seed Bars
Dream find on the Spokin App: A nut-free coffee shop/bakery in Chicago!
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Skinny Pop!
Always on the hunt for: Nut-free protein bars and bakeries!
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @cheesebynumbers, @counselor_tamara, and @ohiostatefb. You can follow me on Instagram @allthingsallergies.
Hannah Safron
I’m allergic to peanuts and tree nuts and OAS to soy protein, pea protein, and chickpeas. I live in Chicago, Illinois. See the 111 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @hsafron. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is being able to help other food-allergic folks in the never-ending search for safe brands while also being exposed to new snacks for myself, too!
Favorite Spokin find: Discovering the amazing mission of The Soulfull Project!
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Trio Fudge and their Fudge of the Month Club!
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Belvita breakfast sandwiches, Nature Valley granola, and frozen fruit (for smoothie bowls)
Dream find on the Spokin App: Peanut-free Thai food
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Jeni’s Ice Cream
Always on the hunt for: Allergy-friendly Chicago restaurants and bakeries
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @collegecleaneating, @nedratawwab, and @chnge. You can follow me on Instagram @hannahsafron.
Heather Payne
My daughter is allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, all seeds except poppy, and legumes and I live in Chicago, Illinois. See the 188 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @hpayne1. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is having the inside scoop on all the latest and greatest products!
Favorite Spokin find: There are so many brands to name…
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Popeyes because it’s national and so many people weren’t aware of how safe they can be and the menu is so easy to navigate.
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: King’s Hawaiian Bread, El Milagro tortilla chips, and Oreo cookies
Dream find on the Spokin App: Nut-free donuts all over the Midwest
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Superdawg
Always on the hunt for: Nut-free facility baked goods
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @shalomkosherbakerybg and @thechicagogoodlife. You can follow me on Instagram @312_slaphapy12.
Sarah Eberhard
My teenage son is allergic to all tree nuts, peanuts, sesame, poppy seed, chia seeds, and hemp and I live in Chicago, Illinois. See the 116 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @sheberhard. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is learning about Spokin’s amazing new verified brands (chocolate covered quinoa– what!?!) and sharing important information about the food allergy space with friends, both those living with food allergies and those who want to know more.
Favorite Spokin find: New allergy mom friends who “get it”!
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Sweet or savory? Savory!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Kettle Jalapeno potato chips, Rao’s, Ramen noodles, Cuties (tangerines), beef, and chicken
Dream find on the Spokin App: A Japanese restaurant that is nut and sesame-free in Chicago
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Chick Fil’A (yep, I have a teenage son)
Always on the hunt for: A safe Asian restaurant
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @nytcooking, @nocrumbsleft, and @humansofny. You can follow me on Instagram @sheberhard.
Allison Gaetano
My daughter is allergic to milk and I live in Northfield, Illinois. See the 893 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @amgaetano. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is connecting with other parents who get it and learning about new recipes and products.
Favorite Spokin find: New safe foods and safe restaurants when traveling
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Four Seasons Punta Mita
Sweet or savory? Savory!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Califia Farms Almondmilk, Daiya cheese, and Abe’s muffins
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Abe’s Muffins, Four Seasons, Chipotle, and Whole Foods 365 Brand
Always on the hunt for: New restaurants!
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @alisoneroman, @smittenkitchen, @humansofny, and @nytcooking. You can follow me on Instagram @amgaetano.
Emily Harris
I’m allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, milk, egg, soy, wheat, carrot, corn, potato, tomato, apple, and banana and I live in Schaumburg, Illinois. See the 31 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @freckledemily. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is being able to connect with others who have food allergies and am grateful to be able to share great brands & products with the food allergy community!
Favorite Spokin find: Wholesome Candy Canes
Favorite review shared on Spokin: RPM Italian
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Chocolate, Diet Coke, & watermelon Sour Patch
Dream find on the Spokin App: Top 8+ free ice cream made in a top 8+ free facility!
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Tito’s Vodka and Laura Mercier Makeup
Always on the hunt for: Top 8 free chocolate and cookies!
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @lindsayfairallphotography, @thehomeedit, and @corporatenatalie. You can follow me on Instagram @freckledwithfoodallergies.
IOWA
Victoria Kotz
My daughter is allergic to peanuts, tree nuts (except almonds and hazelnuts), and wheat and I live in Des Moines, Iowa. See the 740 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @vkotz. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is finding safe food products and spreading the word. When we were diagnosed it was scary adding new foods and were limited in what we could eat. The community is also so positive and uplifting. I’ve found so many amazing food allergy people in the space that are in our corner and just get it.
Favorite Spokin find: This is a hard one but YoYo Donuts or Undercover Snacks/FancyPants Baking Co. cookies.
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Nom Wah Tea Parlor in NYC. This was the first time my daughter got to eat dim sum safely, something that I never ever thought we would get to share with her when we first got her diagnosis.
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Vegan milk, like Oatly or Silk, some sort of bread, and fruit
Dream find on the Spokin App: Dedicated dairy, nut, and gluten-free gelatería in Italy. Good gluten-free and nut-free croissants you can buy in stores.
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: So Delicious, Trader Joe’s, Nestlé, General Mills, Katz Gluten Free, King Arthur Flour, Kellogg’s, and Schär.
Always on the hunt for: New dedicated nut-free/gluten-free sweets
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @andrewknapp, @jeanwang, @hellolisalin, and @mommasgonecity. You can follow me on Instagram @theallergymoms.
LOUISIANA
Izzy Trinin
I’m allergic to tree nuts, sesame, and fish and I live in New Orleans, Louisiana. See the 55 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @izzytri12. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is having a community of young adults who battle the same food allergies and having endless resources for safe options!
Favorite Spokin find: FancyPants Baking Co., Copenhagen restaurants using the location feature, and Undercover Snacks!
Favorite review shared on Spokin: PB2!
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Cheese, fruit, and ice cream
Dream find on the Spokin App: An all tree nut-free ice cream shop but with peanut flavors!
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Pillsbury, Ben and Jerry’s
Always on the hunt for: Nut-free desserts and bakeries
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @foodsofjane (we have the same allergies!) and @babe.neworleans. You can follow me on Instagram @izzytrinin.
MASSACHUSETTS
Brooke Elmore
I have Celiac Disease (gluten-free) and an intolerance to oats and I live in Downington, Massachusetts. See the 26 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @celiactivist. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is the community! It’s so nice to connect with people who deal with the same struggles or share the same triumphs are you! The people who use this app know what it is like to live with allergies/intolerances, and that is really comforting.
Favorite Spokin find: Undercover Snacks—now I’m obsessed with their products!
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Shared a review about Legal Sea Foods—they handle Celiac disease so well!
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Gluten-free bread, ice-cream, and brussels sprouts!
Dream find on the Spokin App: Gluten-free gingerbread houses! I had never made one before and I was so excited to discover that one existed!
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: NadaMoo! (my favorite ice cream)
Always on the hunt for: Good gluten-free baked goods!
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @erinliveswhole, @nogluten.noproblem, and @foodbynia. You can follow me on Instagram @celiactivist.
Kelsey Austin
I’m allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, gluten, soy, shellfish, kiwi, and banana, and OAS to raspberries, blackberries, stone fruits, melons, apples, and carrots. I live in Boston, Massachusetts. See the 211 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @allergytravelr. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is the community!
Favorite Spokin find: Every Body Eat
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Sababa Chiang Mai in Myanmar!
Sweet or savory? Savory!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Crackers, salsa, and carrots
Dream find on the Spokin App: Any allergy-friendly bakery
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Cado frozen dessert
Always on the hunt for: Crunchy snacks!
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @thatsit. You can follow me on Instagram @allergytraveler.
MINNESOTA
Mary Sabuda
I’m allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, peas, chickpeas, beans, and lentils and I live in Minneapolis, Minnesota. See the 128 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @sabudama. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is the community!
Favorite Spokin find: A La Mode ice cream
Favorite review shared on Spokin: A La Mode!! LOVE!
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Veggies, Impossible “meat”, and plain Greek yogurt
Dream find on the Spokin App: Nut and legume-free endurance products (like nuun, Hammer, etc.) and one that doesn’t make peanut flavored products or use pea protein!
Always on the hunt for: Legume and nut-free vegetarian options
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @going.zero.waste, @science.sam, and @jessicamalatyrivera. You can follow me on Instagram @mary_sabuda.
NEW YORK
Isabel Machado
I’m allergic to tree nut, sesame, mustard, raw cumin, apple skin, and hemp and I live in Brooklyn, New York. See the 76 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @isabelrmachado. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is the community and the support—to feel like you’re not alone when struggling with something so many people can’t understand!
Favorite Spokin find: Dark Chocolate + Sea Salt Crispy Quinoa from Undercover Snacks!
Favorite review shared on Spokin: YumEarth!
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Avocados, oat milk, and oats
Dream find on the Spokin App: A nut-free, sesame-free, cumin-free Indian or middle eastern restaurant, a cuisine I have never been able to experience!
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Doughnut Plant! They have always kept me so safe!
Always on the hunt for: Nut-free on the go snacks for work!
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @thesoulfullproject, @girlbehindthehive, @wakeupandsmelltherosay, and @enjoylifefoods. You can follow me on Instagram @isabelrmachado.
Rachel McCain
I’m allergic to peanuts, most tree nuts, and eggs, and EoE to dairy and I live in Brooklyn, New York. See the 90 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @rachelmccain. My favorite past of being a Spokin Ambassador is being able to connect with others who share my allergens and help them find places where they can enjoy safe and tasty experiences. Spokin’s world-wide platform has brought together so many food allergic people and I’m so grateful to be a part of this community.
Favorite Spokin find: Oatly Vanilla Frozen Dessert. To say I’m obsessed is an understatement!
Favorite review shared on Spokin: One review that I was proud of was the one I wrote for The Butcher’s Daughter, a restaurant in the East Village. I think it’s equally as important to share negative reviews as it is to share positive ones. This is how we keep each other safe. A more positive one I’ve written was for Carrabba’s Italian Grill in Allentown, PA. Delicious!
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: So Delicious Coconut Creamer, Oreos, and Smart Balance buttery spread
Dream find on the Spokin App: A nut, egg, and dairy-free Parisian bakery or Chinese restaurant
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Erin McKenna’s Bakery
Always on the hunt for: New dairy-free ice creams and good bread recipes
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @attndotcom, @zenerations, and @buzzfeednews. You can follow me on Instagram @rachelkmccain.
Brooke Blumberg
I’m allergic to peanuts and tree nuts and I live in Melville, New York. See the 67 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @brookeblumberg. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is the amazing community & getting to learn about new, delicious, safe foods!
Favorite Spokin find: Undercover Snacks dark chocolate + sea salt
Favorite review shared on Spokin: White Limozeen in Nashville
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Raspberries, yogurt, and chocolate chips
Dream find on the Spokin App: A nut-free chocolate-based restaurant
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Yasso
Always on the hunt for: Nut-free baked goods
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @onepeloton, @beyonce, and @betches. You can follow me on Instagram @brookeblumberg.
Stephanie Sorkin
My daughter is allergic to tree nuts, mustard, flax seed, and canola oil and I live in Roslyn, New York. See the 125 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @stephsorkin. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is getting to try products that I may not have heard of yet or had access to yet.
Favorite Spokin find(s): FancyPants Baking Co., That’s It, Undercover Snacks, the Los Angeles city guide, and recipes
Favorite review shared on Spokin: A La Mode
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Honeycrisp apples, bananas, and Undercover Snacks
Dream find on the Spokin App: Nut-free restaurants
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Moby’s in Amagansett
Always on the hunt for: Nut-free bakeries
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @khloekardashian, @glitterville, and @mallyroncal. You can follow me on Instagram @stephsorkin.
OHIO
Diya Chabria
I’m allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, soy, fish, shellfish, poppy seed, sesame, mushroom, apricot, peach, barley, beef, bison, lamb, venison, and legumes and I live in Powell, Ohio. See the 87 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @diyachab. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is meeting so many people working to find and create reviews for others. I am an ambassador because I’m able to share my voice and experiences with food allergies. I am always able to share projects that I am working on with a supportive team.
Favorite Spokin find: The travel content is so helpful and I love free2be snacks!
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Condado Tacos
Sweet or savory? Savory!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Anything Enjoy Life, Green Bell Peppers, and Lay’s Potato Chips
Dream find on the Spokin App: A restaurant that can accommodate my over 100+ allergies in my hometown that dedicates its services to mainly those with food allergies or a dedicated allergen-free section in local grocery stores.
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: MOD Pizza!
Always on the hunt for: New restaurants, snacks, and bakeries.
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @foodallergy, @enjoylifefoods, and @protectalife_dm (self-promo 🙂 ). You can follow me on Instagram @diyachab, @protectalife_dm, and @diyac.photography.
OREGON
Stacey Yarrish
My youngest son is allergic to peanuts and I live in Southern Oregon. See the 1162 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @skyarrish. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is learning about and sampling new safe products and sharing the results to help others.
Favorite Spokin find: Brands: 88 Acres, JUST, Partake, and Blake’s Seed Based; Places: Starry Lane in San Diego was my son’s first safe bakery experience and Fifty Licks Ice Cream in Portland, OR is completely nut free; Books: Nutley the Nut Free Squirrel and Land of Not; Content: Spokin’s guides have helped us navigate all seasons and holidays with greater ease.
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Plaza Inn character breakfast at Disneyland
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Sweet Loren’s chocolate chip cookie dough, JUST Egg, and Hilary’s World’s Best Veggie Burgers
Dream find on the Spokin App: Peanut-free cruise ship
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Hershey’s, Mondelēz, and Nestlé
Always on the hunt for: Peanut-free donut shops! Bonus points for vegan donut options.
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @life_with_itchy_, @weelicious, and @ems_nutfree_eats. You can follow me on Instagram @skyarrish.
PENNSYLVANIA
Meg Frantz
I’m allergic to peanuts and tree nuts and I live in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. See the 215 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @mfrantz. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is meeting new people who have similar experiences with food allergies! I also love finding new and safe brands or products to try to expand my options.
Favorite Spokin find: Undercover Snacks! I’m addicted to them.
Favorite review shared on Spokin: The Donut Pub in New York City. Completely peanut and tree nut-free shop!
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Coffee, fresh veggies, and ice cream
Dream find on the Spokin App: A 100% nut-free airline
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Divvies
Always on the hunt for: Peanut and tree nut-free bakeries and accommodating restaurants!
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @elenisny, @vermontnutfree, and @blakesseedbased. You can follow me on Instagram @nut.free.meg.
Jessica Paschke
My daughter is allergic to cashews and Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) to dairy and I live in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. See the 657 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @punkinmama. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is the community I am a part of.
Favorite Spokin find: Verified Brands!
Favorite review shared on Spokin: My review of Nourish at Carnegie Mellon University, where I work. So proud that they have a dining place that is top 8 free.
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Dave’s Killer Bagels, Violife, and pasta
Dream find on the Spokin App: Reviews in China! For when we take our punkin in a few years.
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: So Delicious, Violife, Silk
Always on the hunt for: Places where my punkin can have dessert out safely (whenever we can go out again)
TEXAS
Rachel McFall
My son, Gene, is allergic to peanuts, eggs, and wheat and I live in Tomball, Texas. See the 165 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @allergene. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is branching out and trying new foods.
Favorite Spokin find: Good Crisp Company chips & Sweet Loren’s cookies! We love products that replace “regular” food—in this case, it’s Pringles & Pillsbury or Tollhouse break & bake cookies.
Favorite review shared on Spokin: My favorite review I’ve shared is for a local pizza restaurant in Cypress, TX called Locatelli’s. Our family rarely eats out, but when we do, it’s typically at Locatelli’s because we feel safe there. When it comes to food allergies, they are knowledgeable, communicate well, and take the necessary precautions.
Sweet or savory? Savory!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Taco & salsa ingredients (Taco Tuesday isn’t just once a week), a gallon of milk, and Enjoy Life Cocoa Loco bars for the kids
Dream find on the Spokin App: Easily ENDless Bakery! We get cinnamon rolls there for every birthday and Christmas to continue family traditions that were started pre-food allergies.
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Banza! Since we can’t have wheat, their chickpea pastas have been our go-to for years. They cook so well and their new frozen pizzas are delicious!
Always on the hunt for: I am always on the lookout for quick to cook meals. Since fast food isn’t an option for us, I often get burnt out on cooking homemade meals 3+ times a day. If I can pop it in the microwave for a few minutes, I’m a happy momma!
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @pineapplehouserules, @cakeandconfetti, and @shereadstruth. You can follow me on Instagram @allergenefriendly.
Taylor Gordon
I’m allergic to peanuts and tree nuts, lactose intolerant, and I live in Austin, Texas. See the 136 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @tpgordon. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is getting to try new products and having an amazing allergy community to connect with!
Favorite Spokin find: Sweet Megan’s Bakery
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Piecasso in Stowe, Vermont. It’s a very allergy-friendly pizza place in the cutest little ski town!
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Trader Joe’s vegan garlic dip, Pascha chocolate, and free2b sun cups
Dream find on the Spokin App: A cheese alternative that is safe for my allergies!
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Pascha Chocolate
Always on the hunt for: Safe bakeries
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @the_newsette, @sbkliving, and @diningwithskyler. You can follow me on Instagram @dontpassthenutsmywhey.
Jenna Urben
I’m allergic to milk and egg and I live in Dallas, Texas. See the 20 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @theurbenlife. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is connecting with others in the allergy-friendly community and sharing awesome free-from products.
Favorite Spokin find: I love browsing the guides!
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Bob’s Red Mill Egg Replacer
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Tofu, chickpeas, sweet potatoes, avocados, and wine!
Dream find on the Spokin App: Plant-based and dairy-free dining at Walt Disney World
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Bob’s Red Mill and Zubi’s
Always on the hunt for: Vegan bakeries, dairy-free desserts, allergy-friendly snacks, and excellent egg alternatives
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @tasteofhome and @thekitchn. You can follow me on Instagram @theurbenlife.
Tori Appelt
I’m allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, and milk and I live in Lubbock, Texas. See the 110 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @toriwong. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is the community of support and the way I can help others navigate their food allergies!
Favorite Spokin find: Restaurants and guides!
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Swirlz Cupcakes!!!
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Veggies, hummus, and Oreos
Dream find on the Spokin App: I have always dreamt of eating Goldfish. I imagine a new brand emerging or maybe even a recipe to make them at home with no dairy!
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Always a Divvies stan, of course. I’d also love to see Trader Joe’s join the Spokin family and up their labeling game!
Always on the hunt for: Nut/dairy-free bakeries!
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @jennycookies, @food52, and @ashlynsailsbury. You can follow me on Instagram @iamtoriwong.
UTAH
Danielle
I’m allergic to milk and I live in Salt Lake City, Utah. See the 114 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @elledairyfree. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is trying a wide variety of dairy-free products.
Favorite Spokin find: Verified Brands
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Rule Breaker Snacks Birthday Cake cookie bites
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Things to make dinner, desserts, and dairy-free chocolate
Dream find on the Spokin App: A dairy-free chocolate factory tour
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Owyn
Always on the hunt for: Dairy-free chocolate
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @vegnews, @foodallergy, and @godairyfree. You can follow me on Instagram @danielledairyfree.
ONTARIO
Danielle Siobhan
I’m allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, soy, peas, chickpeas, lentils, lupin, and NSAIDs (such as Advil), have exercise-induced anaphylaxis, and I live in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. See the 110 reviews I’ve shared on the Spokin App and follow me @danielles. My favorite part of being a Spokin Ambassador is being able to connect with other people my age who also have allergies, and to contribute to a positive community.
Favorite Spokin find: 110 Grill!
Favorite review shared on Spokin: Carmelite Hotel in Aberdeen, Scotland. It’s a small hotel with a restaurant and everyone working there was absolutely lovely. I wasn’t expecting them to be so accommodating.
Sweet or savory? Sweet!
3 things always in my grocery cart: Pillsbury pizza crust, cucumbers, and ambrosia apples
Dream find on the Spokin App: A nut and legume-free bakery in the UK!
Dream brand or place to see verified on Spokin: Dare Foods or Righteous Gelato
Always on the hunt for: Safe pizza!
Favorite Instagram accounts to follow: @laurenscravings: not an allergy blogger, but she makes meals from scratch and they’re all amazing, @newenglandcharm_: an allergy mom who takes lovely photos and has a super cute Shiba, and @shaeallergy_07: an allergy teen who shares lots of new food finds! You can follow me on Instagram @allergictraveller.
