Tag: food safety

Composition with common food allergens in bowls and glasses; food allergies. Food allergies are a critical safety priority. Use this checklist to ensure allergen-friendly, inclusive meals and safe dining experiences at your events.

Food Allergies: A Critical Safety Priority for Meeting Professionals

Food Allergies: A Critical Safety Priority for Event Professionals The devastating news of Dominique Brown, who lost her life due to an apparent food allergic reaction at an event, is a sobering reminder that managing food allergies is a critical safety priority for event professionals. This tragedy highlights how easily a lack of preparation or communication can result in irreparable consequences, emphasizing the need for meticulous attention to food and beverage (F&B) planning. Food allergies are not a minor inconvenience; they are life-threatening conditions that demand consideration at every stage of the event planning process. Whether it’s a plated dinner,…

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Stew – How Dietary Needs Can Enflame Emotions

How Stew for a Cold Day Became a Lesson in Label Reading   Today the weather in New Bern, N.C., is a bit nasty — rainy and cold. To beat the dank and dreary day, my mom decided to make some stew, a comfort food she has made for as long as I can remember. It is a delicious dinner that would warm our bodies and our souls — as is only right for a home-cooked meal made by mom. When I went into the kitchen to make lunch, I noticed she had already cut up the potatoes and carrots…

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