What are the 4 Types of Food Contamination?

All food businesses and providers should know about these four types of food contamination. Contaminated food causes misery to whoever consumes it and can lead to hefty fines and irreparable…

If you run a food business or are thinking of starting one, you will know how important it is to ensure the food items you produce and sell are safe.…

How much time would you spend making a sandwich from scratch? One man apparently spent six months (around £1,200) doing just that. The reason it took so long? He really…

We have been preserving our food for centuries. Salting, for example, is one of the earliest recognised forms of food preservation. We preserve food to extend its shelf-life. This is…

It’s hard to maintain a healthy diet. Guidance seems to change every month – manufacturers sometimes also make misleading claims. For every piece of expert advice, you can usually find…

Is there a difference between a chef and a cook? Yes. And you probably have an idea of what that difference is. Picture a chef. You’re probably thinking of someone…

Cooking is complicated. Decisions need to be made quickly. Whether preparing food for paying customers or family and friends, you’re always up against a ticking clock. But no matter the…

Allergies are growing more common everywhere. But no one can explain precisely why. Cleaner homes, changing diets, exposure to processed foods or increased awareness are all possible explanations. But whatever…

Many of us have stood in a supermarket aisle needing clarification about use-by and best-before dates. What’s the difference? When is it unsafe to eat food? Will I be ill…

Most UK people trust food manufacturers and restaurants to meet food safety standards. Faith in takeaways is also generally high, although not quite to the level of sit-in establishments. But…