Öffentliche Warnung: Salmonellen in Eiern (BLV)

8 years ago

Correct storage of cooking oil in table menus – recommendation of the Canton of Zurich

The Zurich Cantonal Laboratory has published an important recommendation for storing cooking oil – especially olive oil – in table containers (17.05.2022). The aim is to preserve quality and taste…

1 day ago

Virgin olive oil – quality, labeling and what it really contains

Virgin olive oil – often referred to as the “liquid gold” of the Mediterranean – is one of the most popular edible oils today. But what does the name actually…

Frittieröl Acrylamid Dokumentation HACCP Pommes

3 months ago

Acrylamide when deep-frying – what you should look out for

Acrylamide is a chemical compound that is formed when starchy foods are fried, baked or roasted at high temperatures (over 120 °C). French fries, potato chips, pastries and bread are…

Frittieröl Qualität Dokumentation HACCP Acrylamid Pommes

3 months ago

Frying oil quality and documentation in the gastronomy sector: improvement through digital solutions

In summer 2023, the Association of Cantonal Chemists of Switzerland (VKCS) carried out a national inspection campaign to check the quality of frying oil in food businesses. The results show…

5 months ago

Cinnamon – a versatile spice for the Advent season

Dear Alcomo News readers,The Advent season has arrived, and with it the time for warm spices that give us a cozy feeling of comfort. One spice that should not be…