This is just to be sure you’ve seen the news… A Facebook post about eating Avocado Pits got more than 25 million views this past week but, if you’re one of the folks who took the post at its word, listen up! The California Avocado Growers Association warns against taking them internally…Read More →
Now that I have your attention, I’d like to address a few topical issues… First: The weather forecast for the coming months. Second: The amazing influx of (playful?) requests for Groundhog recipes I’ve received from family and friends over the past few days. Third: My stand on Roadkill, in general…Read More →
The Great Canadian Fairs are preparing to open their gates for the annual end-of-summer celebration that all Canuck Kids treasure as part of their carefree youth… And one of the biggest things for kids at the Fairs is always the Food stalls! This year, CNE vendors are breaking new ground…Read More →
Almost everyone has a microwave oven in their kitchen these days. One of the most important things we know is what NOT to put in the Mic. But there is another list of microwave no-nos, less-known but at least as important, that we should all be aware of…Read More →
We previously brought you news of an ill-starred chef from London, UK, who made a supercharged hot sauce from the potentially deadly Ghost Pepper and nearly died tasting it. Now, a student at a U.S. high school has tried to do him one better – again, to the perpetrator’s own dismay…Read More →
Folks in the foodservice industry quickly learn how to judge the freshness of foods whether they are shopping in person or receiving shipments from suppliers. You can use the same freshness cues the pros do to ensure that you get the best food for your hard-earned bucks!Read More →
Believe it or not, there is a ‘proper’ way to arrange foods in your fridge and freezer. And following these simple guidelines will help you keep foods fresh longer and help minimize cross-contamination.Read More →
The storage and handling of food is a key safety and sanitation issue in any kitchen. As you might expect, the foodservice industry has developed a host of useful, common sense rules, many of which you can, and should, follow at home.Read More →