Food Hygiene
Do I need a food hygiene certificate to sell homemade cakes?
If you are making money from cakes that you make at home as a business venture and you are selling them not just on an ad-hoc basis but for a profit, then you will need to set up as a business. This is because your customers need to know that they will be kept safe.…
Read MoreHow long does a food hygiene course take?
You need to set aside time for food hygiene training to fulfil the legal requirements if you work around food. But exactly how long does a food hygiene training course take? Level 1 Time taken to complete: Typically, around 1 hour for an online course such as Level 1 Food Hygiene Training. Food hygiene training…
Read MoreCleaning Kitchen Surfaces – 6 Steps for Proper Hygiene
There is a difference between ‘clean‘ and ‘looking clean‘. ‘Shiny syndrome‘ often affects our judgement when cleaning kitchen surfaces. As a result, appearing spotless does not mean that a work surface is safe for food. In reality, the microscopic nature of bacteria means you cannot often see the danger. 6 Steps to Cleanliness Where to…
Read MoreClean Label Trend
Introduction In recent years, the clean label trend has become increasingly popular within the food sector. Driven by consumer demand, clean labelling encourages increasingly transparent and natural foodstuffs. Clean labels typically have a minimal amount of easy-to-understand ingredients. Riboflavin, for example, might be presented under its popular name, Vitamin B2. The Innocent brand has had…
Read MoreSustainable Food Production: A Guide
Sustainability in Food Sustainability can be a bit of a buzzword these days, often floating around in the same conversations as ‘veganism’ and ‘climate change’. With these words often politicised, the subject of sustainability can be a little intimidating. However, sustainable food production is a relatively straightforward practice to follow. Moreover, it can be key…
Read MoreWhat are High Risk Foods?
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) reported that in 2009 there were approximately 1 million reported cases of foodborne illness in the UK a year but in 2022 the number of cases had gone up to 2.4 million a year. Despite the alarming jump, most food poisoning incidents are not serious and you often get better…
Read MoreFood Allergen Poster
Food Allergen Poster – Why You Need One The responsibility for alerting customers to the presence of an allergen or potential cross-contamination is firmly with the food supplier. To make this process easier, we’ve created a free food allergen poster for you to pin up in the kitchen. It details the 14 major allergens, as…
Read MoreChoosing a Restaurant Location
Introduction While some people would believe that restaurant success is related solely to food quality, there are plenty of other contributing factors. Picking a suitable building and location can be crucial. In this article, we’re going to explore what you should consider when picking your restaurant location. Accessibility Accessibility for all potential customers is key…
Read MoreChopping Board Colour Coding
Chopping Board Colour Coding Have you often wondered why kitchens use chopping boards that are colour coded? And which colour chopping board should you choose for which food groups? In this article we have put together a guide on chopping board colour coding to answer all your questions, so keep reading to find out more.…
Read MoreWhat does HACCP stand for? Our FAQs
Introduction – What does HACCP stand for? If you run or work in a food business, it’s likely that you’ve heard the term ‘HACCP’. HACCP is a vital part of food safety management, particularly in the organisation, consistency and legality of your approach. That said, information on HACCP can be varied. As food hygiene experts,…
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