Ants on the Menu? Korean Restaurant Under Food Safety Fire
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- July 12, 2025
The increasing shift toward plant-based and alternative meat products has led to the rise of innovative ingredients, one of which is mycoprotein. Found in popular meat substitutes such as chicken nuggets, cutlets, and burgers, mycoprotein is marketed as a healthier and more sustainable option for individuals looking to reduce meat consumption. However, despite its growing
READ MOREOverview The Baba Balak Nath temple in Deotsidh, Himachal Pradesh, closed its prasad shop after food safety tests deemed the samples unfit for consumption. The temple management decided to outsource the shop’s operations to address safety concerns. Temple staff prepare the main offering, “rote,” using wheat, sugar, and ghee or vegetable oil, for devotees visiting
READ MORESubstandard Food Items Found in Una District, Himachal Pradesh Concerns over food safety have intensified in Una district, Himachal Pradesh after substandard items were uncovered during routine inspections. Samples of ‘golgappa’ water, mustard oil, and ready-to-serve coffee, collected from local vendors, failed to meet safety standards. Laboratory tests conducted in Kandaghat, Solan, confirmed the presence
READ MOREPlastic packaging is the backbone of modern convenience, preserving food and beverages while keeping costs low and shelf lives long. From takeout boxes to soda bottles, it dominates supermarket aisles worldwide. But behind its practical perks lies a darker side—chemical contamination, mounting pollution, and the enduring menace of plastic waste. While it protects our food,
READ MOREOverview Health experts and consumers have raised alarms over the widespread use of substandard silver foils for food packaging at roadside eateries in Chennai. These foils, intended to preserve food and enhance presentation, often pose serious health risks due to their poor quality. An Alarming Practice Roadside vendors commonly use thin, low-cost silver foils that
READ MOREReport In Kochi, Kerala, Ernakulam district’s food safety department launched a special initiative last week, inspecting 125 roadside eateries. Inspectors found 45 restaurants violating the rules outlined in Schedule 4 of the Food Safety and Standards Regulations 2011. These rules require eateries and their staff to maintain hygiene within the establishment and adhere to personal
READ MOREOverview In Kerala, Thrissur district Corporation’s health department during Wednesday’s inspections, confiscated expired food items from five hotels. Mayor M.K. Varghese said the increase in food safety enforcement stems from intensified efforts, including bi-weekly inspections. Hotels Fined for Violating Food Safety Regulations Health officials confiscated meat and vegetarian dishes from Bay Leaf in Ramavarmapuram, Navya
READ MOREAs food security becomes an increasingly urgent global issue, understanding and applying food preservation techniques is essential. According to the World Food Programme, food waste is a staggering problem, with approximately $400 billion worth of food lost annually from harvest to retail. Additionally, about 17% of food is wasted at the consumer level. These figures
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