FHC Maldives

ALLERGEN KNOWLEDGE

The FSA has published new allergen guidance for food businesses, such as restaurants and cafes, that sell non-prepacked food. This new guidance and our free tools will help you provide allergen information in writing to keep your customers safe.

For more information visit: food.gov.uk/here-to-help

Take these simple measures to protect yourself and your family from mosquito-borne diseases including and .

Something to be aware of, especially as there is alot of water around.
Keep an eye on plant pots and ashtrays.

Living in a country affected by or other arboviral diseases?

Protect yourself and your family:
🔹Use mosquito repellents
🔹Wear long-sleeved clothes
🔹Sleep under mosquito nets
🔹Install window screens
🔹Drain, wash and scrub water storage containers often

Delighted to be asked to conduct a hygiene at the Cake& Delicacy Show.
The workshop focused on hygienic habits to prevent contamination. So important for everyone to understand especially home bakers and pastry arthritis as there is nothing worse than cutting into a cake and finding a hair! Especially if the cake is for a special occasion!
Lots of amazing cakes and sugar flowers in the competition.Very pleased I am not a judge!😅
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Rice!
Did you know that rice left at room temperature for extended periods can produce a food poisoning pathogen called bacillus cereus which can make you sick, especially if you have a low immune system.
Plus, even if you reheat it again the rice will not be safe to eat!
The best way of preventing issues is to cook and eat rice immediately. Or you must cool it quickly (but don't cool it by putting it in a fridge or a freezer), use an ice bath.
If you want more information on how to prevent food poisoning and foodborne illness email [email protected] - or keep an eye out for more posts.

Something to be aware of!

Serving smoked salmon this Christmas?

If you have guests that are pregnant, or have a weakened immune system, we recommend not serving ready-to-eat cold-smoked or cured fish.

This is because there’s been a small rise in cases of listeriosis linked to eating it. While this form of food poisoning is rare, it can be serious.

Most people won’t have any symptoms if they eat ready-to-eat smoked fish containing listeria bacteria. In rare cases, they may experience mild flu-like or gastrointestinal symptoms such as fever, abdominal pain or diarrhoea.

But some people are at higher risk of much more severe illness, especially if they are vulnerable to infection.

So, if your guests are at risk of serious illness or are pregnant consider leaving smoked fish off their menu this festive season.

Having an interesting day at Chefs Symposium

Getting ready for FHAMmv

The FHAM 2024 Culinary Competition begins tomorrow!
Remember:
Act professionally at all times. Remember you are showcasing both yourself and your skills so look and act the part... you never know who is watching.

Have enough uniform for the classes you are competing in (Chefs uniform should be white) Make sure your hotel / resort / restaurant name is covered / not visible

Double check the equipment provided. Don’t get caught out with appliances that need different plug sockets. Take an adaptor!

Watch listen and LEARN. Listen to the feedback from the judges, not just on your class but others as well, look at the other entries get inspiration.

Network. It is a great platform to meet people of all levels, both inside the Competition area and at the main exhibition.

All the best to all competitors

FHAM starts in 4 days so here are Four tips for those competing:

1. Read and re read the rules for the competition AND for your class (Consider these 4 points)
a. Time frame allowed / set up time for static
b. Size & Structure – double check your entry meets the criteria for the class. Check size, weight and height! What structural items / stands / moulds, are allowed / not allowed
c. Judging - Check tasting requirements on what should be edible. Do you need a extra plate for judges
d. Information – Signage, ensure you label your entry according to the stipulated criteria (Name / Theme / Ingredients). Recipe, ensure you provide a recipe where required
2. Check the date AND time for your class
3. Be on time – or early for registration. Leave time for unforeseen travel issues, roadblocks, ferry and pick up delays
4. Double check the equipment provided. Don’t get caught out with appliances that need different plug sockets. Take an adaptor!

DID YOU KNOW?

You need a detergent (Soap) to effectively move dirt, soil, food particles and grease from a surface. A detergent will emulsify (lift) the grease to remove the fats and odours that can attract pests.
A detergent should be suitable for use in a food environment, used in the right dilution and rinsed properly to provide chemical contamination.
Remember a detergent DOES NOT REMOVE OR KILL BACTERIA!