School Food Standards: Free Checklist

Allergens and Food Labelling Food Safety Nutrition Teachers and Parents

School meals are an important part of a child’s diet. Find guidance on how you can meet the school meal standards and download a free checklist here.

Nov 10, 2021
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How to Package Food for Shipping

Allergens and Food Labelling Food Safety Starting a Business

We offer advice on how to package food for shipping. The difference between a safe, high-quality product, to one that arrives unsafe and unappealing.

Oct 6, 2021
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What Does Natasha’s Law Mean for My Business?

Allergens and Food Labelling Food Safety

From October 2021, food businesses are required to provide greater transparency around allergens under Natasha’s Law. Learn about what’s required here.

Oct 1, 2021
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Safe Temperatures for Food Storage: A Free Guide to Cooling and Chilling Times

Food Safety HACCP

Understanding safe temperatures for food storage can prevent foodborne illnesses arising. Find guidance on cooling and chilling times here.

Sep 8, 2021
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Calorie Labelling on Restaurant Menus

Allergens and Food Labelling Food Safety

Calorie labelling is to become a legal requirement for many hospitality businesses. We discuss the benefits and dangers of calories on menus.

Aug 23, 2021
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How to Market Your Food Business Online

Food Safety Starting a Business

Social media is a dynamic and revolutionary marketing tool. We offer guidance on the benefits, and how to market your food business online.

Aug 13, 2021
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How to Promote Your Food Business on Instagram

Food Safety Starting a Business

Instagram is a great way to reach a wide audience and connect with your customers. We offer tips on how to promote your food on Instagram.

Aug 4, 2021
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How to Sell Food on Etsy

Allergens and Food Labelling Food Safety

Etsy can be an extremely valuable tool for marketing your food business. We outline the rules for selling food on Etsy and discuss how to get started here.

Jul 23, 2021
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What are the Different Types of Sustainable Food Packaging?

Allergens and Food Labelling Food Safety

Packaging should aim to represent the environmental values of a brand to a customer. We discuss the different types of sustainable food packaging here.

Jul 19, 2021
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How to Use Facebook for Marketing your Home Food Business Safely

Food Safety Starting a Business

Facebook is one of the most dynamic and effective marketing tools available. We offer tips and guidance for selling food on Facebook.

Jul 16, 2021
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How to Use TikTok for Marketing Your Food Business

Food Safety Starting a Business

TikTok is one of today’s most powerful marketing tools. We offer tips and guidance on how to use TikTok for marketing your food business.

Jul 14, 2021
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What Are Ultra-Processed Foods and How Do We Recognise Them?

Allergens and Food Labelling Food Safety Nutrition

There are many different types of food processing. We look at what ultra-processed foods are, outlining key ways in which to identify them.

Jun 30, 2021
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Vegan Food Production: Guidance on Manufacturing Practices

Hospitality

There is a growing concern from manufacturers to substantiate vegan claims. We suggest the good manufacturing practices for vegan manufacturers here.

Jun 28, 2021
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Sustainable Food Practices: Choices & Importance

Hospitality

Both consumers and those involved in food production have roles to play in sustainable food practices. Find out what food sustainability means here.

Jun 25, 2021
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How Many Times Can You Reheat Food Safely?

Food Safety

We look at guidelines around reheating food, including how many times is safe and if there are foods you should never reheat.

Jun 4, 2021
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How to Become a Food Blogger: Tips & Ideas

Career Development Hospitality Starting a Business

Our guide on how to become a food blogger covers everything you need to know, from the enticing benefits and where to start to content ideas and tips.

May 24, 2021
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How to Sell Food at a Market: Safety Guidance

Allergens and Food Labelling Food Safety

Market stalls are an excellent way to showcase your goods. Find out what you need to set up at a market and the requirements for selling food here.

May 19, 2021
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Core Temperature Log Sheets: Guidance for Home Cooks

Food Safety Hospitality

Recording the core temperatures of food is a crucial part of your food management system. Download your free core temperature log sheet here.

May 5, 2021
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What Does the BRCGS Grading System Mean?

HACCP

Many manufacturers work towards, or are following BRCGS standards. We outline what the BRCGS grading system is and how to achieve the grades here.

May 3, 2021
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Cake Decorations: Which Flowers are Edible?

Food Safety Hospitality

Our article provides guidance on cake decorating, with a list of edible flowers. We outline how to separate the safe from the toxic here.

Apr 28, 2021
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