Allergens

QR codes

Why are they so useful? Once denigrated as ‘ugly, overused and doomed’, Quick Response (QR) codes became ubiquitous during the…

2 years ago

Working towards carbon net zero

As the climate crisis intensifies, we are seeing a growing emphasis on the importance of sustainability across the hospitality industry.…

3 years ago

Precautionary Allergen Labelling (PAL)

Best practice guidance on food allergen labelling On 5 September 2023, the Food Standards Agency published updates to their food…

3 years ago

Food and You – FSA Consumer Survey

Research published in August 2022 by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) provided updated statistics on food allergies, intolerances and other…

3 years ago

Speak Up For Allergies

In March 2022, the Food Standards Agency (FSA ) introduced the second phase of its 'Speak Up for Allergies' campaign.…

3 years ago

Natasha’s Law

How to comply with 'Natasha's Law' If you run a food business you must comply with all the relevant legislation,…

3 years ago

Ethics and allergens

Many of the food businesses that use Menu Guide for allergen management have ethical practices at the heart of their…

4 years ago

Allergen management for takeaway food

During the coronavirus pandemic, many food businesses started offering takeaway and delivery for the first time. While lockdown restrictions prevented…

4 years ago