Retail Food Safety Articles

Food Safety Considerations for Summer Outdoor Patios and Dining

Summer brings warm weather and the joy of dining on outdoor patios, whether at restaurants or at home gatherings. However, the heat, humidity, and outdoor environment pose unique food safety challenges. Improper handling, storage, or preparation of food can lead to...

The Toxic Tea Incident at Dickey’s Barbecue Pit: A Cautionary Tale for Restaurants

In 2014, a shocking incident at Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in South Jordan, Utah, made national headlines when a woman, Jan Harding, unknowingly consumed iced tea contaminated with a highly toxic industrial cleaning chemical. This tragic accident highlighted the critical...

Case Study: The 1993 Jack in the Box E. coli Crisis and Its Food Safety Legacy

In early 1993, a catastrophic E. coli outbreak tied to Jack in the Box fast-food restaurants rocked the United States, marking a turning point in food safety history. This public health disaster affected over 700 individuals, led to 171 hospitalizations, and...

How to Calibrate Thermometers in a Restaurant

Accurate temperature readings are critical in a restaurant setting to ensure food safety and compliance with health regulations. Whether you're cooking, storing, or serving food, a properly calibrated thermometer can make all the difference. In this article, we’ll...