Behind the Line

On October 22, 2012,  Higa Meat & Pork Market, a Honolulu, HI establishment, is recalling approximately 4,100 pounds of ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7. The following products are subject to recall: 10-lb. bags of “HIGA MARKET-GROUND BEEF BULK” – 1 to 6 bags per carton/case. Each case bears the establishment number […]

NOVEMBER 9TH, 2012 – Spence & Co Ltd, Brockton MA, a smoked salmon company is voluntarily recalling New York-Style Nova Lox, 4oz, Code/Lot: 9720704 due to an abundance of caution because of possible contamination by Listeria monocytogenes. The recall affects a total of 1,563 packs of Spence & co Ltd New York Style Nova Lox Lot

Many of you know I have a daughter that plays soccer.  This Sunday was our last week of fall season play and we had two games.  Between the games we treated the girls to an impromptu pizza party at a pizza shop near one of our games.  I had eaten there before and recommended Fortunato

 November 1, 2012 — Charlee Bear Products announced today that it is voluntarily recalling certain lots of its Protein Crunch Bar products because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.  We have posted before about the risk to humans when pet food contains a bacteria.   Always wash hands after handling pet food or treats.  Don’t

During a discussion with staff at my favorite seafood shop about fried fish the topic of “Fried Whiting” vs “Lake Trout” was brought up.  I took the position that Lake Trout is Lake Trout and Whiting is Whiting.  Well depending where you are located matters.  I am from Baltimore, born and raised.  When visiting Baltimore

I am on a secret project for a client and it involves me doing some food experimentation.  I can’t say much since it is hush hush, however, it is fun to play around again with spices, seasoning and different flavor combinations. I could use your help though.  What have been your favorite foods when grabbing

There is a lot of information out there on how to avoid foodborne illness during a power outage. Many people and businesses up and down the east coast are without power today thanks to Sandy. I have read quite a few blogs, twitter and Facebook posts that suggest things like, your food is okay for

Food Safety Tip: Keep nails trimmed short, do not wear nail polish and NEVER wear fake nails. All employees that handle food need to have good personal hygiene and it all starts with good nail care. A food handler can not properly clean under the nails if they can not see what is there. In addition

Kroger Co announced in a press release dated October 19th that they will stop selling raw sprouts on October 22, 2012.  I have talked about the risk of sprouts when teaching  ServSafe® Food Manager courses.  Sprouts have a long history of recalls and illness.  In a USA today  article by Elizabeth Weise the following list of

On October 17, 2012, Dole Fresh Vegetables voluntarily recalled a limited number of cases of Dole American Blend salad in 12 oz. bags, coded A275208A or B, with Use-by date of October 17 and UPC 7143000933, due to a possible health risk from Listeria monocytogenes. Dole Fresh Vegetables is coordinating closely with regulatory officials. No illnesses