What is a chef hierarchy?
Every professional kitchen works under a chain of command and distinct set of rules. This hierarchy system is present in
Food Hygiene
Cooking in a microwave
Microwaves have been around since the 1940s and are present in the majority of kitchens today. They are a handy
Physical food contamination
Food preparation often happens in busy, hot and high-pressured environments. It is important that any food that is served is
Edible flowers for cakes
If you have ever watched television programmes such as the Great British Bake Off or Bake Off: The Professionals or
How long can you keep food in the freezer?
If food is not stored correctly, it can result in food poisoning. According to the Food Standards Agency (FSA), approximately
What foods can be reheated?
What foods can be reheated? Including meat, bread, pasta & more, we look at various foods and if they can be reheated from a fridge.
What can you cook from frozen?
What foods can you cook from frozen? Including meat, bread, pasta & more, we look at various foods and if they can be cooked from frozen.
Difference between best before and use-by dates
You may have noticed that some of the products you buy have a ‘use by’ date printed on them, while
What is Campylobacter?
Campylobacter is a germ that causes a disease called Campylobacteriosis; which is a diarrhoeal disease that is the most common
All you need to know on food poisoning in care
Many harmful pathogens can contaminate food and cause a range of food. Did you know? – The Food Standards Agency
Food hygiene requirements for BBQs
Everyone loves a barbecue (BBQ). Even in early spring, as soon as the temperature starts to rise above the high
All about Coeliac Disease
If you have coeliac disease symptoms but are undiagnosed you might be experiencing stomach pains, diarrhoea and bloating that you
What is gluten?
It is estimated that 8.5 million people in the UK have now gone "gluten free". In the supermarket there is
Food hygiene practices for buffets and events
Buffets are a popular choice at events such as weddings, christenings, birthday parties and wakes. They are a convenient alternative
Quiz: Test your knowledge on COVID-19 In Hospitality
Test your knowledge on our COVID-19 in hospitality quiz. See if your knowledge is up to date or if it’s time to refresh your memory.
How to reduce and manage food waste in your restaurant
Did you know that a third of all food produced worldwide is wasted? This food ends up in our landfills
The importance of stocktaking in hospitality
All businesses that deal with physical products have to keep tabs on their stock levels. The hospitality industry makes up
Quiz: Test your knowledge on HACCP
Test your knowledge on our eating disorders quiz. See if your knowledge is up to date or if it’s time to refresh your memory.
Defrosting food safely
Freezing is an effective preservation method that we have used to preserve our food for centuries. It does this by
How to appeal your food hygiene rating
Do you run a food business in the UK? Are you based in England, Wales or Northern Ireland? If so,
Personal hygiene requirements for food service staff
Personal hygiene is how a person cares for and maintains their body’s cleanliness. In general, people ensure that they are
What is anaphylaxis?
Many people in the UK have allergies. In fact, the UK has some of the highest prevalence rates of allergic
What are the hazards in the food industry?
Food safety hazards can adversely affect the food we eat; they can cause harm such as foodborne illnesses, injuries and
All about the food hygiene rating scheme
When we purchase food, for example from a cafe, supermarket or takeaway, we expect it to be safe for us
