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Holy Corn Dogs! Food Safety & Fair Food
Our Blog | August 23, 2018
Fall is my favorite season of the year. The colors, the weather, even knowing the snow will descend soon; I love it. But there is a different “season” I love more than fall: Fair Season. Even writing about it brings… read more
Eating in my 30’s: An Algae Adventure of Nutrients
Food Insecurity,Food Safety | August 20, 2018
I’m taking a trip into adulthood eating, and it all begins with the superfood Algae. I’ve hit the big 3-0. That’s 30 years-old. Let me say it again, 30. I’m obviously taking it well. I’ve realized it’s time for me… read more
Food Safety | August 19, 2018
In 2016, six workers at a winery in the Rhineland of Germany fell mysteriously ill. They grew feverish and shivered with chills. Swallowing was difficult. They complained of indigestion and diarrhea. Their cervical lymph nodes grew swollen and tender. What… read more
Food Safety,Salmonella | August 17, 2018
When I first moved in with my now husband, he had a dirty little habit that we had to compromise on. I was raised on a dishcloth that was used for one day, then tossed in the laundry. He was… read more
The Dos and Don’ts of Royal Eating
Food Safety,Pathogens | August 17, 2018
As Americans, we are all pretty amazed by The Royal Family. Weddings, births of new royal babies, royal dogs, clothing and now even foods have become topics in our homes and in all sorts of media. Why are we royal… read more
Raise a German Beer to National Bratwurst Day
Our Blog | August 16, 2018
National Bratwurst Day! I live for food holidays! I’m not just talking about Thanksgiving. Not that you needed an excuse to celebrate doughnuts or tacos, but why shouldn’t we? As August 16th this year marks this year’s National Bratwurst Day,… read more
Food Safety,Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | August 15, 2018
Farmers’ market is a great way to buy fresh, local foods while supporting local farmers and artisans. They are growing in popularity these days. They provide a great way to ensure that the sales directly go back to the farm…. read more
Campylobacter,E. coli,Listeria,Norovirus,Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | August 15, 2018
Lists are great organizational tools that people use all the time in order to maintain the highest level of productivity and avoid duplicating mistakes. We make to-do lists, grocery lists, birthday lists, tasks lists, New Year’s Resolutions lists, and more…. read more
Cookbooks – Great on Recipes, Bad on Food Safety
Food Safety | August 15, 2018
Food safety has become a major concern these days as easily seen by the number of recalls and outbreaks we read about in the news on a regular basis. And this concern has spread to our kitchens as well. There… read more
Bacon, the Bad Guy or the Good: The Healthy vs. Unhealthy Debate
Food Safety | August 14, 2018
I love bacon. Let’s start right there. I’ve loved bacon since the first juicy bite. Applewood. Smoked. All of its fatty goodness. In fact, I’ve judged individuals based on their bacon-cooking style. I know, it’s petty, but we all have… read more