Food Safety - True or FalseIf you’ve ever had the 24-hour bug, it could have been something you ate. Follow these tips to handle food safely.
Over the GrillTired of the same ol’ BBQ menu? Try some of these healthy, hot and delicious ideas!
King of the Grill The heat is on, and BBQ season has officially arrived! Follow our five tips, and you’re sure to be crowned King (or Queen) of the Grill…provided you don’t burn the chicken!
Turkey Food SafetyIf turkey is the star of your holiday meal make sure that it’s as safe as it is delicious. Here we give you food safety tips on how to buy, prepare and serve your turkey.
Holiday Food SafetyKeep family and friends safe over the holidays. Some of the most popular holiday foods and events (think eggnog, hot cider beverages and buffet dinners) can be food safety risks. You can help prevent foodborne illness (food poisoning) by following these food safety tips.
Test the temperature – Use a thermometer for food safetyA food thermometer is an essential tool to have in the kitchen. A thermometer can tell you when your food is at its juiciest and tastiest so that you don’t overcook it. But more importantly, a food thermometer will tell you when your dish is cooked to the right temperature so that it is safe to eat. Read on to learn more about food thermometers.
Food Safety - Canned FoodsCanning is an important and safe method for preserving food. Manufactured canned foods like sauces, beans, lentils, pastas, tuna, vegetables and fruits are pantry staples. Canned and jarred items have long shelf lives, but food safety rules still apply. Read on to learn more about keeping foods safe on your kitchen shelves.
Safe Food StorageThe Canadian Food Inspection Agency works with food manufacturers, farmers, and grocery stores to make sure that our food supply is safe. Once you purchase the food, it is up to you to make sure that you handle and store it properly to prevent spoilage or contamination from bacteria that cause foodborne illness. Read on to learn some food storage tips.
Slow Cooker SavvyOn a cold winter’s day, what could be better than coming home to a hot meal that’s been cooking all day in your slow cooker and is ready to eat? Read on for how a slow cooker can make your life in the kitchen just a little bit easier.
Vegetable and fruit food safety factsSummer is a great time for enjoying plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables, but it’s important to keep food safety in mind. Remember to buy quality produce, store it properly and wash it well.
Food Safety: Understanding foodborne illnessMost people have been affected by what’s commonly known as food poisoning at some point. Understanding the causes of foodborne illnesses is an important step to help prevent them.
Play it safe this summer Eating outdoors is one of the great pleasures of summer! Don’t let food poisoning spoil a good time. Learn how to play it “food safe” at barbeques, picnics, camp sites and cottages.