How long does a level 3 Food Hygiene certificate last?
Whether you own a large food business company, a self-employed home business, or anything in between it’s detrimental that you take food hygiene and safety…
What level Food Hygiene certificate do I need?
Whether you own a large food business company, a self-employed home business, or anything in between it’s very important that you take food hygiene and…
How long do onions last after the best-before date?
Onions are a staple in many recipes – no matter the season. It’s always a good idea to have a few to hand for this…
What is the danger zone in food hygiene?
When it comes to food safety and hygiene you have to be very careful – especially in the food business industry. There are certain aspects…
How long do you have to appeal a bad food hygiene rating?
The Food Hygiene Rating Scheme is a scheme led by local governments in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Scotland follows a different scheme which you…
How do I make a complaint about food hygiene or safety?
The Food Hygiene Rating Scheme is a government-led scheme in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Scotland follows a different, yet similar scheme which you can read…
What happens to bacteria when food is frozen?
A freezer is a must-have in all kitchen settings, whether domestic or professional. When food is frozen it won’t deteriorate, and most importantly, bacteria won’t…
How long do potatoes last after the best-before date?
Ahh, potatoes – boil them, mash them, stick them in a stew. They can be prepared in a variety of different ways, and are an…
Kitchen Hygiene: Essential Cleaning Equipment and Products
In our previous post, we discussed how often food businesses should clean their appliances, food equipment, and work surfaces. It would be very counterproductive to…
How often should you clean appliances, food equipment, and work surfaces?
It’s essential for all food businesses to maintain hygienic conditions throughout their premises – it should always be a main priority. The risk of contamination…
What does a 1 star food hygiene rating mean?
The Food Hygiene Rating Scheme is put in place by the government in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Scotland follows a different, yet similar scheme…
Why cooking is the best way to kill bacteria in food
The best way to prevent food-borne illness is to cook food correctly. That means cooking at the correct temperature for long enough to kill any…