Safe food handling
Food handling practices
Food can become contaminated at any point of the food chain having serious or even fatal consequences for your health.
Proper food handling practices can significantly reduce the risk of foodborne illness. A basic knowledge of the keys to safer food will help you protect the health of your family, friends, customers and the reputation of your food business.
How to store potatoes correctly to minimise sprouting and extend their shelf life
22 June 2026Should you cut away sprouts and green patches from potatoes? Find out the answer along with other practical tips on how to store potatoes in this article.
How to best store strawberries and apples so they stay fresh longer
18 June 2026Are you storing apples and strawberries in the fridge? If not, this article explains why to do so, to keep them fresh for longer.
How to best store raw and boiled eggs to keep them fresh and prevent spoilage
18 June 2026There is often confusion about how to properly store eggs. While it may seem simple at first, a few important steps are needed to help prevent spoilage.
How to keep potted and fresh herbs fresh for longer at home
18 June 2026Leafy, woody, potted or fresh herbs all need slightly different storage conditions, which can sound confusing. Find out how to store them properly in the article.
How to store bananas properly so they ripen more slowly and last longer
18 June 2026Different storage methods can speed up or slow down banana ripening. This article explains how bananas ripen and how to store them properly.
How to store onions and garlic to keep them fresh longer and minimise sprouting
18 June 2026Which storage methods and conditions help onions and garlic stay fresh longer and slow down sprouting? Find out the answer in this article.
How to properly store food in the fridge, freezer and cupboard
19 November 2025Learn how to store food safely in the fridge, freezer, and cupboards to keep it fresh, nutritious, and reduce waste.
How to reduce acrylamide formation at home (Infographic)
13 May 2025This is an infographic outlining how to reduce acrylamide formation at home.
Cooking with a grill, over an open flame, frying or smoking your food
30 November 2011When grilling your food, using an open flame, frying or smoking your food it is important that you pay attention to a few simple food handling and cooking tips.
Why Do We Cook Our Food and What Happens When We Do?
08 November 2010Cooking plays a key role in daily life across the globe. Discover why we cook our food, what happens when we do and the main types of cooking methods and fats.