U.S. Suspends Meat Imports from France USAgNet – 02/25/2004 The United States has decided to suspend imports of meat products from France after experts found food safety measures in the country were not up to standard, the...

Thank you all for your helpful tips. I’m sure the US is not the only country with government standards for inspecting milk, but perhaps there’s no way to know if the Iceland government inspects milk sufficiently....

I’m looking for a good location to host a farewell lunch for a departing colleague; I estimate there will be 50 people in attendance, all frugal government types looking to spend not more than $15-$20. Ideally located near...

, any farm raised game or imported lamb will be grass fed, including the imported lamb from Trader joes. Any use of organic generally means the same. Niman Ranch beef meats my personal standards for taste and eco-health, although...

recommend custom beef and pork, as the standard boxed meat is typical farmers' cuts. All of the cured meat is good. Organic farm raised salmon is available in upscale fish markets from Ireland and at least one farm in B.C. Halibut...

There are several different, but interrelated issues: - Quality, for which there are generally accepted standards governing olive oil - Taste, which is an individual preference and not directly related to quality. There are high...

Talay Thai on 1st is decent for lunch. The service is quick and friendy, Try the Siam fried rice or Red curry duck. Whatever you do, do not go to the Library of Congress cafetaria, it is terrible even by government cafetaria...

. Panificio (Mass Ave or Charles Street) has ample seating and would be baby friendly as well for lunch. I would recommend Douzo (sushi- right near the Westin Copley), Eastern Standard (French Bistro type food in Kenmore), Grotto...

in a couple countries with great food and no such “County Departments”. Why do restaurants have to pay enormous insurance fees then have to deal with these government types looking down their nose at the ravioli. How...

Despite the unfortunate name which conjures up images of uni on corn chips, my 3 visits have been most enjoyable. Having long suffered sub-standard sushi joints in the 905, I was ready to resign myself to having to travel to...

First off let’s get something straight. Let’s take a quick glance at the definition of vodka, as defined by the U.S. Government: Sec. 5.22 – The standards of identity. Standards of identity for the several classes and types...

for had to reformulate many of it’s products to sell in Canada because they did not meet Canadian standards. I’m sure the Canadian government is keeping a close eye on this and it is unlikely to spread. I’d still...

used indiscriminately, with no regulatory bodies providing any sort of governance or certification standards. So, yes — organic is one answer, provided it is certified by a reliable and trustworthy certifying body. The most...

that the government does not allow the import of these types of ham....but I don’t know whether that’s the truth or not.

rabbis are unfortunately ignorant of various halachos & scenarios – don’t forget that there is no governing body that makes sure they’re up to snuff. There are even certain rabbis who will not allow something...