Food Safety
National Food Safety Month: Keep Time & Temperature on Your Side
Latest News National Food Safety Month: Keep Time & Temperature on Your Side Sep 28, 2026 A few degrees—or a few extra minutes—can make all the difference in food safety. For Week 5 of National Food Safety Month, we’re serving up the final ingredient in our Recipe for Food Safety Success: time and temperature control.…
Read MoreNational Food Safety Month: Food Safety Is in Your Team’s Hands
Latest News National Food Safety Month: Food Safety Is in Your Team’s Hands Sep 23, 2026 For Week 4 of National Food Safety Month, the Recipe for Food Safety Success focuses on personal hygiene, one of the most important ingredients in protecting guests and maintaining trust. Every day, your team’s habits can either strengthen food…
Read MoreNational Food Safety Month: Keep Cross-Contamination Off the Menu
Latest News National Food Safety Month: Keep Cross-Contamination Off the Menu Sep 15, 2026 The food safety risks you can’t see can be some of the most important to prevent. For Week 3 of National Food Safety Month, the focus is on preventing cross-contamination—an essential ingredient in the Recipe for Food Safety Success. From raw…
Read MoreYour Recipe for Success Starts with a Clean Kitchen
Latest News Your Recipe for Success Starts with a Clean Kitchen Sep 8, 2026 A clean kitchen is more than a matter of appearance—it’s a critical ingredient in food safety. Improper cleaning and sanitizing can leave behind pathogens, create cross-contamination risks and contribute to pest activity and other food safety concerns. For Week 2 of…
Read MoreLouisiana Oyster Harvesting Update: Area 3 Closure
Latest News Louisiana Oyster Harvesting Update: Area 3 Closure Feb 5, 2025 The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) and the Department of Wildlife & Fisheries (WLF) have informed us of a temporary closure of oyster harvesting in Area 3. This precautionary measure comes after Alabama health officials raised concerns about a potential foodborne illness. Out…
Read MoreNRA Fights for Restaurant-Friendly Policies
Latest News NRA Fights for Restaurant-Friendly Policies Jan 22, 2025 The NRA’s policy team has been hard at work protecting restaurant operators from regulatory and legislative changes that could negatively impact their businesses. By collaborating with industry allies and leveraging the strength of its members, the Association is addressing key challenges in areas such as…
Read MorePrioritizing Food Safety: Essential Tips for a Healthy Thanksgiving and Holiday Season
Latest News Prioritizing Food Safety: Essential Tips for a Healthy Thanksgiving and Holiday Season Nov 22, 2024 The holiday season is upon us, and Thanksgiving kicks off the festivities with family, friends, and incredible meals. Whether you’re preparing a home-cooked feast, ordering from a favorite restaurant, or combining both, food safety should always be a…
Read MoreNSFM Week 4: Inside the Health Dept.’s Response to Foodborne Outbreaks: What Should You Expect?
Latest News NFSM Week 4: Inside the Health Dept.’s Response to Foodborne Outbreaks: What Should You Expect? Sep 23, 2024 Even in the most well-run restaurants, a foodborne outbreak may occur. An outbreak is when multiple people get sick from eating the same food. Many foodborne outbreaks in restaurants are identified from customer complaints of…
Read MoreNFSM Week 3: How to Prevent Foodborne Illnesses in Your Restaurant: Essential Tips
Latest News NFSM Week 3: How to Prevent Foodborne Illnesses in Your Restaurant: Essential Tips Sep 16, 2024 During week three of National Food Safety Month 2024, we’re focusing on ways to prevent the spread of foodborne illnesses in restaurants. Proper prevention practices can significantly reduce the risk of contamination and foodborne illnesses. Follow these…
Read MoreNFSM Week 2: Stories from the Frontlines
Latest News NFSM Week 2: Stories from the Frontlines Sep 9, 2024 Behind the Kitchen Door: Stories from the Frontlines Welcome back to National Food Safety Month 2024! Last week, we explored the pathogens that most commonly cause foodborne disease in the United States. This week, we’re taking a closer look at what goes on behind…
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