Companies spend a lot of time and money to develop new ingredients and new food products but unless they are protected, if successful, they are sure to be copied and to be on the market in record time. So what can be done about this? Well, with modern analytical techniques and technology virtually anything can…
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It is the longest shutdown in U.S. history and it hasn’t ended yet. For 34 days all non-essential government tasks have been stopped. More than 420,000 employees of the state are working without being paid, and another 380,000 employees have been sent home. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is one of the authorities that…
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Having recently spent a lot of time in a whole range of catering kitchens, it seems like a good time to have a refresher on health and safety practices in the kitchen. Remember that you are responsible for your own safety and the safety of others. Accidents occur in many ways but most often can…
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Chocolate often conjures up images of happy children and sweet treats. While there are many things to love about chocolate, unfortunately the cocoa industry is also linked to forced labor and sustainability issues. Today, more people are concerned about where their food comes from and want to ensure their purchases—such as chocolate—are responsibly sourced. To…
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Food, usually of plant or animal origin and containing important nutrients, is usually modified and made fit for consumption. Thermal analysis allows the of study physical and chemical effects related to temperature changes that occur during the normal food processing cycle, such as boiling, freezing, and drying. A better understanding of these processes is vital…
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