In this write-up, I am not going to give statistical data of tons of food wastage observed every year. Because numbers seem not to affect us viscerally and we will not realize the amount of food wastage unless we weigh them and get a palpable feel of it. Here are…

What happens when we cook our food? — Many researchers believe that cooking was an age-old concept discovered over 2.5 million years ago. While some argue stating it is a more modern concept. Despite all this, we know that cooking is a fundamental aspect of our daily lives. Initially, cooking was for preservation; now, it’s a form of…

During food preparation, we tend to concentrate more on the flavor and taste of the food. While the factors mentioned above need attention, storing, and safe handling of food is of greater importance to prepare food that is wholesome, safe, and acceptable for human consumption. Thirteen most common mistakes responsible…

Any restaurant that follows food safety and hygiene measures rigorously can potentially use this as their “Unique Selling Proposition.” — Rapid modernization and the influence of an omnipresent media have brought about profound changes in social and cultural behavior in India. We are now facing a situation where people venture out of their homes more often than usual, to savor the delicacies and the unique experience provided by the restaurants.

Many times, you must have concluded unpleasant reactions to certain foods as a Food Allergy. But, this may not be true. Those reactions could have also been a case of Food Intolerance. The HACCP classifies allergens as the 4th hazard along with physical, chemical, and biological hazards. …

It is advisable not to consume leftover cooked food, especially in summer. But if there is any leftover, it must be stored and consumed within the same day or two. If there is more than the required quantity for a meal, the excess food can be refrigerated immediately after preparation…

Rice is a staple food in India. Easy to cook and filled with a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. There are higher possibilities of food poisoning during cooking, storing, and reheating. Taking proper care and measures is important. Uncooked rice contains spores of Bacillus cereus. Destroying these by…

Milk is every household’s staple. Whether it is fresh, it is sold in packets/pouches, or in a carton processed to extend its shelf life for months. Milk has many nutrients: protein and lactose. Yet, compared to other staples, milk does not have a long shelf life, lasting only for two…

F.A.T.T.O.M sounds like I’m calling someone “Tom as a fat person”. Which would be rude of me. But, F.A.T.T.O.M is a mnemonic device that identifies the basic 6 factors that contribute to food spoilage. Food Spoilage is any change to the food that causes it to become either unpalatable or…