Food could have become contaminated during processing or transportation, and therefore has a higher risk of food poisoning.
You should have a separate chopping board for raw meat so food doesn’t cross-contaminate.
Wash your melons thoroughly and remove the flesh from the peel to be extra safe.
Delicate soft fruit like raspberries and strawberries might seem fiddly to wash, but they can also carry harmful bacteria and viruses.
We’ve all sniffed milk to check if it’s gone off, but not all bacteria produce bad smells.
Putting warm food in the fridge raises the internal temperature and could put all the food in there at risk of bacteria growth.
Don't re-freeze ice cream once it’s melted. When it's left out at room temperature for an extended period of time, harmful bacteria like listeria can develop.
Cool leftovers as quickly as possible, ideally within two hours.
Steer clear of those egg sandwiches that have been out on the buffet table all afternoon.