The Hidden Hazard in Your Kitchen (2026 Update) Coffee machines are a staple in almost every UK home and business, but in my 20+ years as a food safety auditor , I’ve seen them become one of the most overlooked "control points" in a kitchen. While staff focus on fridges and cookers, the coffee machine is often left to harbour invisible threats. If not cleaned and maintained with precision, these machines become a thriving habitat for harmful bacteria, mould, and yeast. Why C

Canned food is a convenient and affordable way to stock your pantry with healthy and delicious foods. However, canned food has also been...

Food fraud is the intentional adulteration or mislabelling of food. This can pose a serious health risk, as it can lead to people...

Ice machine contamination Ice machines can become contaminated with bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms. This can happen in three...

In recent years, a number of UK chefs have emerged as leaders in the fight for food safety. These chefs have used their platforms to...

Want to work on a luxury yacht, earn thousands in cash tips in addition to a pretty good salary and travel to some of the most...

Here I am in England where my company has sent me to give me the chance to improve my English for one month. From the first day, I met...

According to recent figures, approximately 15 million people live with food allergies. Restaurants, pubs and cafes are filled with more...

Think Twice Before Washing Your Chicken Washing raw chicken before cooking it can increase your risk of food poisoning from campylobacter...

In July 2016, 15-year-old Natasha ate a Pret a Manger artichoke, olive and tapenade baguette bought at Heathrow Airport. Unknown to her,...

Albert Roux OBE 8 October 1935 – 4 January 2021 In this month’s news item I would like to write a tribute to Albert Roux. The words that...

HABC - Level 2 Food Safety The MLC (Marine Labor Convention) confirmed legislation mandating the certification of all chefs, food...