Food Safety

Don’t you just hate it when you got all the barbecue things ready for the weekend, and all of a sudden a storm pulls in? It’s the worst! You are left with a bunch of charcoal, prepared food, marinated meat, and refreshing drinks – not to mention the disappointed guests that may still arrive. So,…

Coconuts are highly resilient fruit that can withstand harsh environments – but that doesn’t mean that they can’t go bad!  Coconut meat can go bad just like any other food, but if you use the right storage techniques, then you can prolong the shelf life of coconuts quite a bit. How to tell if a…

Slime often indicates the initial stages of spoilage – but this doesn’t mean that the carrots are safe to eat! Slime on carrots is a clear indication of a bacterial infestation. When bacteria compromise the outside of the vegetable, they produce compounds that accumulate and result in slime. Slimy carrots, are they safe to eat?…

Ever put eggs in a pot of boiling water only to find that they float? If you’re wondering why this happens then the answer may surprise you! Do hard-boiled eggs float? What does it mean? The ability of eggs to float happens to be a great indicator of their overall quality. If the eggs float,…

Hard-boiled eggs are a popular choice when it comes to healthy breakfasts and snacks. Not only are they packed with essential nutrients but are also incredibly versatile.  They are super easy to prepare and taste just as incredible. But what if you accidentally leave them out overnight? Are they still safe to eat? Let’s find…

Air fryers have seemingly taken over most kitchens and have completely changed the way people fry their food. Their popularity is due to them being a healthy alternative to deep frying, their added convenience, and also because you can fry almost anything in an air fryer! Although incredibly popular, air fryers are still a relatively…

PB2 is a powdered alternative to peanut butter. It is different from regular peanut butter in terms of the amount of fat and calories in it. But what about its shelf life? Does powdered peanut butter last longer than traditional peanut butter? Let’s find out! So, does PB2 go bad? Yes, PB2 comes with an…

Salad is a great side or main dish to enjoy, as it is easy to prepare, giving you the opportunity to use up extra ingredients in your fridge, or you can buy ready-made salad from the store and enjoy it as is. The one problem with salad is keeping leftovers fresh, and this means that…

Crockpots have become an essential cooking tool in the kitchen thanks to their convenience and their ability to extract nutrients from food effectively. But when it comes to raw chicken, can you use a crock pot to cook it? Can you put raw chicken in a crockpot? Yes, you can absolutely cook raw chicken in…

Figs are an incredibly sweet and healthy fruit that can be consumed whole when they are fully ripe, but when they aren’t ripe, they can cause digestive issues for some people. Can you eat fig skin? Should you? Ripe figs can be consumed whole, including the skin, without an issue. However unripe figs need to…