When I think about food safety, it’s not just improper preparation that I worry about.  Improper handling can be just as dangerous.  Don’t get me wrong, microorganisms are serious creatures, but a bone fragment, drop of blood, or even a stray hair can be just as dangerous.  In fact, we introduce more hazards into food [...]

May 10th, 2010 | Food Safety | No Comments »

If you have been around long enough, you no doubt realize that we live in a much more safety conscious world today than a decade ago: not necessarily safer, but definitely more safety conscious. Everything today is dripping with warnings, safety features, and safety precautions. For the most part, this is a good thing. Mowing [...]

April 5th, 2010 | Food Safety | No Comments »