Tag: food safety


  • Multani Sohan Halwa Exhibition Set to Kick Off in Multan on January 27

    Multani Sohan Halwa Exhibition Set to Kick Off in Multan on January 27

    Intro: A Celebrated Sweet, Now a Public Exhibition The city of Multan is preparing for a milestone event dedicated to Multani Sohan Halwa, one of the region’s most cherished desserts. On January 27, food lovers, producers, researchers, and tourists will gather to explore the confection’s rich history, modern production techniques, and the economic impact it…

  • Exhibition on Multani Sohan Halwa Set for January 27 in Multan

    Exhibition on Multani Sohan Halwa Set for January 27 in Multan

    Overview: A Cultural and Culinary Showcase in Multan The city of Multan is preparing to host a notable exhibition dedicated to Multani Sohan Halwa on January 27. This event brings together key figures from the local food sector, academia, and government bodies to celebrate a centuries-old confection that is closely tied to the region’s culinary…

  • Punjab’s PFA Cracking Down: Fines Imposed as Food Safety Drives Intensify in Chiniot

    Punjab’s PFA Cracking Down: Fines Imposed as Food Safety Drives Intensify in Chiniot

    Chiniot Leads Strong Food Safety Drive Under PFA Directives Food safety authorities in Chiniot have intensified their crackdown on violations, following special directives from the Director General of the Punjab Food Authority (PFA). The campaign aims to ensure that every bite consumed by residents meets stringent hygiene standards and that vendors adhere to the rules…

  • PFA Crackdown Intensifies: Fines for Food Safety Lapses in Punjab

    PFA Crackdown Intensifies: Fines for Food Safety Lapses in Punjab

    PFA Intensifies Food Safety Crackdown Across Chiniot In a bold move to safeguard public health, the Punjab Food Authority (PFA) has launched a comprehensive inspection campaign across the Chiniot district. Prompted by special directives from the Director General, the initiative aims to curb violations, raise hygiene standards, and ensure a reliable supply of safe and…

  • Bamboo Shoots and Metabolic Health: Promise and Evidence

    Bamboo Shoots and Metabolic Health: Promise and Evidence

    Overview: Bamboo Shoots as a Potential Metabolic Ally Bamboo-based foods, particularly bamboo shoots, have long been part of traditional cuisines around the world. Recent reviews synthesize available data to assess whether these foods could support metabolic health by offering dietary fiber, micronutrients, and unique phytochemicals. The central question is whether bamboo shoots can meaningfully influence…

  • Bamboo-Based Foods and Metabolic Health: Promise, Gaps, and Safer Preparation

    Bamboo-Based Foods and Metabolic Health: Promise, Gaps, and Safer Preparation

    Introduction: Bamboo in the modern diet Growing interest surrounds bamboo, particularly bamboo shoots, as a nutrient-dense, sustainable option for people seeking to improve metabolic health. A comprehensive review weighs the potential benefits against the current limits of human evidence and lingering safety questions. While laboratory studies hint at promising mechanisms, translation to everyday eating requires…

  • Inside the Central Kitchen: Schools Roll Out a New Canteen Model

    Inside the Central Kitchen: Schools Roll Out a New Canteen Model

    Reimagining School Canteens: What the Central Kitchen Model Means Across several districts, education authorities are piloting a central kitchen model to overhaul how school canteens feed students. Rather than each school preparing meals on-site, a centralized kitchen prepares and portioning meals that are distributed to individual schools. This approach promises consistency, improved nutrition, and greater…

  • Inside a Central Kitchen: Schools Roll Out a New Canteen Model

    Inside a Central Kitchen: Schools Roll Out a New Canteen Model

    Reimagining School Meals: Why a Central Kitchen Model As schools face pressures to provide healthier, more affordable meals, a growing number are turning to a centralized kitchen model. This approach consolidates meal preparation in a single, well-equipped facility and distributes ready-to-serve or pre-portioned meals to multiple school sites. The result is greater control over nutrition,…

  • Inside the Central Kitchen: How Schools Are Rolling Out a New Canteen Model

    Inside the Central Kitchen: How Schools Are Rolling Out a New Canteen Model

    Reimagining School Canteens: The Move Toward a Central Kitchen As districts seek healthier meals, streamlined operations, and consistent nutrition standards, a growing number of schools are embracing a central kitchen model for their canteens. This approach shifts meal preparation away from individual school kitchens to a shared facility that serves multiple campuses. The goal is…

  • KP Food Authority Cracks Down on Adulterated Spices

    KP Food Authority Cracks Down on Adulterated Spices

    KPFS&HFA Intensifies Enforcement Across Peshawar The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Food Safety and Halal Food Authority (KPFS&HFA) has stepped up its crackdown on adulterated foods, conducting widespread inspections across Peshawar. The initiative aims to protect consumers from unsafe products that compromise health, mislead shoppers, and undermine legitimate businesses. Officials reported that multiple markets and food processing units…