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Why Food Turns Brown: Understanding the Maillard Reaction

Have you ever wondered why a slice of bread turns golden brown in the toaster or why grilled chicken tastes so much better than boiled chicken? Why do roasted coffee beans smell so inviting, and why do baked cookies have such a rich flavour? The answer lies in a fascinating food science phenomenon called the

Kerala Puts 2,300+Toddy Shop Kitchens Under Food Safety Watch

Key Update The Kerala Excise Department and the Food Safety Department will jointly inspect kitchens in toddy shops across the state to improve hygiene and ensure compliance with food safety regulations. According to the Food Safety Authority, 2,310 of Kerala’s 3,913 licensed toddy shops serve food alongside toddy. Most of these establishments operate from rented

Food Safety First: Tamil Nadu Issues Advisory to Influencers
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- July 6, 2026
Key Update The Tamil Nadu Food Safety Department has advised food influencers and vloggers to recommend only food businesses with a valid FSSAI licence. The department has also urged creators to assess hygiene, food handling, and sanitary practices—not just taste and presentation—before promoting restaurants or street food vendors. Food Reviews Should Prioritise Food Safety With
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Mysuru Officials Seize 106 kg of Suspected Artificially Coloured Green Peas
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- July 6, 2026
Key Update Food safety officials in Mysuru seized 106 kg of suspected artificially coloured green peas during an inspection at the city’s wholesale vegetable market on MG Road. They suspect vendors used artificial colouring agents to make the peas appear fresher and more attractive to buyers. Officials Seize Samples During Early Morning Inspection A team
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