ROSEMONT, IL, September 17, 2025 – In recognition of Food Safety Education Month, the Food Safety Summit (FSS) is proud to announce the members of its 2026 Educational Advisory Board (EAB), who will lead the development of dynamic educational programming for the 2026 Food Safety Summit, taking place May 11–14 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL. … Read more

EAS Consulting Group, a trusted leader in regulatory compliance for FDA- and USDA-regulated industries, is proud to announce new reduced rate service offerings tailored to support human food, pet food, animal food, and feed manufacturers in meeting today’s demanding food safety standards and certification requirements. As regulatory scrutiny intensifies and certification becomes a market necessity, … Read more

Pinwheel sandwiches aka tortilla roll-ups are a delicious lunch recipe or easy game-day appetizer. They can be made in advance and customized to your liking with your preferred deli meat, veggies and cheese. Don’t forget the cream cheese to keep these roll-ups holding together! Read on for more. Maven’s Quick Tips Soften your bread. This … Read more

ROSEMONT, IL – May 21, 2025 – More than 4,700 food safety professionals, researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders from around the globe gathered for the 2025 Food Safety Summit, held May 11–15 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL. The event brought together 1,210 in-person attendees and 3,546 virtual participants to explore the … Read more

These breakfast sweet potatoes are such an easy and nutritious morning meal idea, with tons of customization options for toppings! Super healthy breakfast sweet potatoes If you want a wholesome and cozy alternative to cereal or oatmeal, try sweet potatoes for breakfast instead of dinner. Each serving is packed with fiber, calcium, iron, and protein … Read more

PeopleImages/Shutterstock Chain restaurants have been pushing up against brutal headwinds for a while now. Rising labor and commodity costs, tariffs, and just general inflationary pressure have landed many in the industry — even giants like Red Lobster, TGI Fridays, and Hooters — in the throes of bankruptcy. … Read more

Skip the pie (and the grains!) in this healthier almond flour berry galette. Made with an almond flour and tapioca flour crust and a juicy berry filling this gluten-free galette recipe will be a hit for your next party. This healthy gluten-free galette is low in sugar while also still looking fancy. Read on for … Read more

The Crossroads We’re Facing For decades, risk analysis in the food industry has been fragmented. Food safety, food fraud, and food defense have each been treated as separate silos, with their own risk models such as HACCP, Preventive Controls, TACCP, and VACCP. They have been running in parallel but rarely in harmony. In the end, … Read more

Sunflower seeds are small but mighty powerhouses of nutrition that offer a myriad of health benefits. Packed with essential nutrients, these seeds are a versatile addition to your diet. Whether eaten raw, roasted, or as part of your favorite recipes, sunflower seeds are a delicious way to boost your overall health. Let’s explore why sunflower … Read more