The path from Market to Table: The Ultimate Guide to Buying & Storing
Smart Shopping, Proper Handling, and Best Storage for Food Essentials "Isn't it time we stopped letting food waste and contamination steal our grocery savings and mealtime joy?" Eating fresh, nutritious foods doesn't start at your table but from selecting the best items at the farm or market and knowing how long food stays fresh can help reduce waste while ensuring every bite is safe and flavorful. After our recent training on food safety and quality, we thought it best to give you a practical guide to smart shopping, handling with care, and storing produce properly. Shopping Tips Let us jump straight to shopping tips. Given that many buy their food from the markets or supermarkets kindly keep this pointers in mind w hen buying fruits and vegetables: Look for freshness : Avoid items with blemishes, mold, or bruises. Pick in-season produce : Not only is it tastier, but it’s also more affordable. Don't pick a vegetable whose leaves are wilted. Buy in quantities ...