Everyone enjoys a nice break eating out with friends or family. But, food can get contaminated anywhere – and restaurant food workers are a common source of foodborne illness – so it’s important to observe that food safety practices are being followed when eating out.
Fall weddings continue to grow in popularity, and the most popular wedding day of this year falls on October 19th.
Don’t overlook a very important part of the celebration – food safety. To help prevent food illness from happening at your wedding reception, it is important to put some research into food safety and which questions to ask the caterer for your big day.
National Farmer’s Day is observed annually on October 12th as a day to pay tribute to all farmers throughout American history who put food in the grocery stores and on our tables every day. Support your local farmer by shopping at a farmers market.
Food safety rules for farmers markets and vendors widely differ from state and local governments. To ensure food safety, there are basic guidelines that you should follow to ensure that – not only farm-fresh food – but all the food you buy is safe.
Bacteria is of special concern with ground beef – because when beef is ground – more of the meat surface is exposed to potential harmful bacteria.
For this reason, ground beef must be cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F, so as to kill all the bacteria and avoid foodborne illness.
Summer months brings out everyone’s barbecue grills. But, in warmer temperatures – additional food safety care must be taken because bacteria multiply faster. Following a few simple principles and guidelines can prevent a food illness.
A farmer’s market is a great way to get locally-grown food. Many markets have their own food safety rules that vendors must comply with, but unlike grocery stores, some items are exempt from food safety regulations. Follow basic guidelines to ensure that the farm-fresh food is safe.
Grill masters, make sure you brush up on proper food and fire safety practices before firing up the grill.
Cooking outdoors in warm weather presents a food safety challenge. Not not only does bacteria multiply faster in warmer temperatures, but preparing food outdoors makes safe food handling more challenging.
Picnics are a great way to promote healthy habits, enjoy the outdoors, and spend time with family. But, food being prepared outdoors, with the increased temperature, and without home safety controls can lead people to get sick.
So, be sure to follow food safety principles and procedures to ensure a food illness does not ruin your time.
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