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Inquest reports fatal allergic reaction to takeaway pizza

According to reports, an inquest has heard that British man…

17 January 2024 | By

According to reports, an inquest has heard that British man James Atkinson passed away following an allergic reaction to nuts “one hour after eating a slice of takeaway pizza”.

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New Food crowns its Apples Awards winners!

After day one of Food Integrity Global, New Food crowned…

20 October 2023 | By

After day one of Food Integrity Global, New Food crowned its Apples Awards winners, commending them for the inspiring work they have been doing in the food sector.

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The Apples Awards: And the nominees are…

In this exciting update, New Food presents the nominees for…

1 September 2023 | By

In this exciting update, New Food presents the nominees for our inaugural Apples – our industry awards that seek to recognise some of the greatest achievers in our sector.

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Episode 43: Living with food allergies – Part Two

In part two of our allergens podcast series, Josh and…

18 August 2023 | By

In part two of our allergens podcast series, Josh and Grace talk to Liljia Polo-Richards about how her business Allergy Companions Ltd supports those living with food hypersensitivity, as well as why she thinks "may contain" warnings are a "cop-out" when it comes to allergen signposting.

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Episode 43: Living with food allergies – Part One

In part one of New Food's allergen podcast special, Josh…

11 August 2023 | By

In part one of New Food's allergen podcast special, Josh and Grace discuss key takeaways from the "Catering for Allergens" event and talk to Iain Ferris, Liljia Polo-Richards and Lisa Winnall about removing the "fear factor" from the hospitality sector when it comes to allergen safety.

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Are restaurants taking allergies seriously?

In an engaging panel held at Twickenham Stadium as part…

20 October 2022 | By

In an engaging panel held at Twickenham Stadium as part of New Food’s Food Safety Conference 2022, experts came together to debate whether food allergy regulations in restaurants are sufficient. Here’s the highlights.