Kitchen Safety

Is It Safe To Eat?

Nonna Joann • April 13th, 2010 • Kitchen Safety

We sometimes take chances with the food in our kitchens. Seventy-five million Americans get food poisoning a year. Most cases are mild–a day or two of an upset stomach. It’s deadly at its worst. Experts say that poor food-handling practices at home cause most food poisoning. Is your kitchen safe? Do you know when it’s [...]



Outdoor Food Safety

Nonna Joann • June 29th, 2009 • Kitchen Safety

Summer Time To Be Outdoors Fresh air and exercise are good for overall health. Hiking, camping, and even picnicking involve preparing and storing at least one meal. Especially in the heat, food needs to be handled correctly, or you could come home with food poisoning. Keep Foods Cold or Hot Food safety principles are the same whether you’re [...]



10 Commandments for Kitchen Safety

Nonna Joann • February 6th, 2009 • Kitchen Safety

“Nonna, can I pleeeease wash the dishes?” pleaded Ally, my then eight-year-old granddaughter. Ally is like most kids, she loves to help in the kitchen. Although she’s eager to wash dishes , I’ll guarantee, that in four or five years the sight of dirty dishes won’t be so exciting. Today, helping to wash dishes is [...]