When it comes to culinary experiences, Asia is a continent vibrant and diverse known for its traditions, rich flavours and unique cuisines. From the fiery curries of India, the savoury dishes of Sri Lanka and the bustling street food scenes of Thailand to delicate flavours of Japanese sushi to the spicy delights of Korean kimchi […]
Embracing Risk-Based Food Standards Controls: A Paradigm Shift in Ensuring Food Safety In today’s fast-paced world, ensuring food safety has become an ever-pressing concern. With the rise in environmental concerns and the increasing complexity of the food supply chain, the need for robust risk-based food standards controls has never been more important. The Food Standards […]
The COVID-19 pandemic had a major impact on industries across the world, and the UK food industry was no exception. The government has implemented several measures to contain the spread of the virus, including lockdowns, social distancing rules and restrictions on public gatherings. As a result, many restaurants had to temporarily close or change their […]
This week we move to America and discuss their food hygiene and safety law and regulation in the states. Food safety in America is a critical concern to protect public health and prevent foodborne illnesses. The United States has established several strict regulations, agencies, and practices to ensure the safety of the food supply. As […]
A Taste of Safety: How Food Hygiene Ratings Impact Australia’s Culinary Landscape In a world where food safety is paramount, maintaining high standards of hygiene is crucial. Consumers place their trust in food establishments to provide safe and healthy meals. Australia recognizes the importance of this trust and has implemented a comprehensive food hygiene rating […]
Boosting Food Safety with the Hygiene Rating System: A Comparative Analysis of Canada and the UK The Canadian Food Hygiene Rating System: Ensuring Consumer Confidence When it comes to food safety, Canadians place a high priority on knowing that the establishments they patronize adhere to strict hygiene standards. The Canadian food hygiene rating system has […]
Recently we explored food hygiene in the UK and the significance of having safe food. For our upcoming series we will talk about global food safety. Europe, although one of the smaller continents in the world, has a strict food hygiene and safety policy. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is the agency of the […]
What is the Food Hygiene Delivery Model? Earlier this month the FSA developed a new modernised Food Hygiene Delivery Model (FHDM) in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. With food hygiene and safety rapidly changing the new model will help to better protect consumers. By replacing the current system with a risk-based strategy approach, the suggested […]
Why Extra Environmental Health Resources are Vital for Food Safety: Unveiling the Hidden Dangers in Our Food System The safety of food served in restaurants, cafes, and other food establishments is essential to protecting public health. However, recent data shows that funding cuts to local authorities in the UK have resulted in a decline in […]
What is the Food & Hygiene Rating System (FHRS)? It is a scheme operated by local authorities in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland and is run in partnership with the Food Standards Agency. As stated by the FSA, the purpose of the FHRS is… “to allow consumers to make informed decisions about the places they […]