Introduction Norovirus is the most common cause of foodborne illness in the United States and can be present in any food or beverage that you eat. It’s important to know how to prevent, recognize and control the spread of norovirus. Food handlers can help prevent norovirus by washing their hands properly and avoiding sharing food, […]
Trichinosis is a form of foodborne illness caused by consumption of raw and undercooked meat. Symptoms can range from mild fever to more severe muscle aches and pain, abdominal discomfort, and diarrhea.
Another year has passed and we are now on the cusp of 2022. It has been a very tumultuous last two years in the advent of Covid-19 and the challenges it brought forth. Those challenges have not only impacted the food industry but the economy and health care systems worldwide. Covid-19 has forced many of […]
Background The labour shortage in the food service industry continues to be headline news not only in Canada but the U.S. as well. Restaurants Canada research has shown that 80% of respondents to their survey were having difficulty hiring back-of-house staff and 67% were experiencing difficulty hiring front of house staff (source: https://bit.ly/39YDF0b). This survey […]
As more stores and restaurants have reopened, some establishments have found themselves in a unique position that was not as prevalent pre-Pandemic. Restauranteurs and hiring managers are asking the question, “Where have all the hospitality workers gone?” Many businesses that have managed to survive and in some instances, thrive during the pandemic, are now […]
Covid-19 has been a challenge of enormous proportions not only worldwide but also federally, provincially and municipally. Economies have been impacted and no one knows that re than business owners. The inability to bring customers into your food premises 100% has greatly reduced revenues for many in the food business. In some states and provinces […]
The Ontario government is supporting home-based businesses and has brought out a new guide. Please note this guide only references the province of Ontario. During Covid-19 more individuals have explored their interests in food-based enterprises and some have started their own food-based businesses from their homes. A home-based food business must follow many guidelines and there […]
This year continues to be like no other that we have seen in our lifetimes and many sacrifices must continue to ensure we all have a safe holiday season. Whether you are celebrating Hanukah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, or just enjoying the holiday season, safety comes first this year. Let’s not forget to be food safe. Adhere […]
Thanksgiving looked very different this year in Canada and around the world. Regardless of the date of on which you celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday, adjustments had to be made to adhere to strict COVID guidelines. In this COVID world, the traditional Thanksgiving of the past where all of the family would gather around and have dinner […]
It is that time of year again when children are returning to school either virtually or in-class. School looks different this year with temperature checks at door, Covid-19 screening apps, face masks, sanitizing stations and health and safety signage everywhere. In this era of Covid-19, there is a real concern not only about health and […]
