Whether you run a cafe, own a restaurant, or have your own burger van – cleanliness and food hygiene should be high on your priority list. It is essential for all food businesses to maintain hygienic conditions throughout their premises. The risk of contamination from bacteria and food-borne viruses is
From classic English sweet shops to trendy American candy stores – these shops are popping up left, right, and center here in the UK. People from all generations, and backgrounds enjoy the sweeter things in life and as you can imagine these types of shops are big business. Perhaps you
Many people in the UK have recently started their own food business at home or are currently thinking about it. Being your own boss, setting your own work hours and prices, and being creative in the kitchen – it is certainly an appealing prospect. Perhaps you are one of those
Scombrotoxic/Scombroid food poisoning is a type of foodborne allergy caused by the consumption of a certain type of fish that has begun to spoil. It is a type of food poisoning that should be taken very seriously as it can have dire consequences. Below we explain all you need to
The humble sandwich is beloved nationwide. Whether it’s cheese and pickle, tuna salad, or even a BLT – there really is a sandwich for everyone! Perhaps you are in the UK and planning on thinking about to opening up your own sandwich shop to feed the masses. Before you do,
Müller Recalls Cadbury Dessert Pots Due to Possible Listeria Recall date: 1st May 2023 In the midst of what seems to be a growing listeria outbreak, and given the death of one consumer already, Müller, has recalled Cadbury dessert pots from as a precautionary measure, due to possible listeria contamination.
Everyone should take food hygiene and safety seriously – whether it be in their own kitchen at home, or within the commercial food industry. It is important to understand both best before and use-by dates and to be able to tell the difference between them. Best before and use-by dates
Recalled on: 28 April 2023 Lactalis McLelland Ltd has taken the precautionary step of recalling various goat cheeses because the products might contain Listeria monocytogenes. The warning comes after one person died from Listeriosis after consuming the cheese in March 2023. Product details Cricket St. Thomas Capricorn Goat Cheese Pack
The Food Hygiene Rating Scheme is led by the government in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. It is put in place to make sure that cafes, food stalls, restaurants, and most other food premises, are preparing food in sanitary, and safe conditions. Scotland follows a different scheme which you can read
Lidl GB has recalled Deluxe Ecuadorian Single Origin Easter Egg because it may contain milk which is not mentioned on the label. As a milk chocolate, the milk component is required to be stated separately. In this instance, the labelling reads that it is 70% cocoa, but the milk component
As a nation of tea and coffee connoisseurs – there’s always room for one more coffee shop. It is hard to resist the scent of freshly brewed coffee, especially when it is coming from an independent, small business. Perhaps you are contemplating opening your own? If so, this article will
Tesco has recalled its ‘Free From Bran Flakes’ because some packs may contain a small amount of another cereal variant (Chocolate Pillows) which is not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk to anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or its constituents
Veggie, beef, cheese, or chicken – who doesn’t enjoy a burger? Especially at this time of year. That said, there are certain steps you must go through before launching your own burger van business. These steps include registering your business, learning the food hygiene laws, achieving food hygiene certificates, and
Recalled on: 3 April 2023 The Somerset Cheese Company has recalled its Pennard Ridge Goats Cheese because of the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in a batch of the product. This recall is England specific Pack Size: 2kg wheel and any cut pieces Batch Created: 03/10/2022 Best Before: 28 April 2023
Ice cream is a big business, especially in Summer – ice cream vans and gelato parlours scoop up a small fortune in the warmer months. Perhaps, you are in the UK, and thinking about to opening your ice cream business? There are certain steps you must go through before opening
Recall date: 23 March 2023 Waitrose has recalled GoVeggie Tomato & Mozzarella Arancini because it contains wheat (gluten) which is not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with coeliac disease, and/or an allergy or intolerance to wheat . Product details GoVeggie
If you are in the UK, and thinking about to opening your own cafe there are certain steps you must go through before opening your doors to the public. These steps include registering your business, learning the food hygiene laws, applying for food hygiene ratings, and achieving food hygiene certificates.
Recalled on: 23 March 2023 The Cambridge Food Company Limited has recalled The Old Cheese Room Baronet and Baby Baronet Soft Cheeses because high levels of Listeria monocytogenes have been found in some batches of the products. The affected products are in a 1 kg pack and 200g pack, with
Recalled on: 21 March 2003 Card Factory Recalls Happy Easter Egg Hunt bag due to allergens milk, peanuts, and soya, gluten, egg and nuts which are not listed in English on the label. This means the product is a possible wide-ranging health risk for anyone with an allergy to nuts,
What certificates do I need to sell food in the UK? This is a common question among new and upcoming food premises all over the country – whether they are restaurants, cafes, bakeries, takeaways, sandwich shops, and everything in between. Below we discuss the topic thoroughly and hope the article
