Take Out with Bob Weeks

Star Trek, Stem Cells and Pork

Publisher — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:56:00 GMT

A recent news story reminded me of the original Star Trek TV series and the ability of their onboard computers to duplicate any and all food products.

Will They Ever Learn?

Publisher — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 21:58:00 GMT

You would think that after the melamine scandal of 2008, everyone in the Chinese dairy industry would be on notice and be doubly cautious … but no.

Last Line of Defense

Publisher — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 16:36:00 GMT

A high percentage of school cafeterias across our country reported less than two sanitary inspections per year. Is it any surprise that there are an increasing number of illness outbreaks?

Honest Errors or Bait and Switch?

Publisher — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 18:09:00 GMT

Have you ever wondered if the Chilean sea bass on your plate at your favorite restaurant is truly Chilean sea bass?

Positioning for 2010 and Beyond

Publisher — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:38:00 GMT

As we approach the end of the year, what plans should our companies be making for 2010?

No Time to Be an Ostrich

Publisher — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:08:00 GMT

As I write this, all the Wall Street barometers are pointing toward a coming recovery from our recent economic doldrums.

Acrylamide is in Season Again

Publisher — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 18:34:00 GMT

For the past six years or so, it seems as though acrylamide has emerged each year as a big story in the media.

Safety First

Publisher — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:17:00 GMT

Purac America has developed food preservatives that offer food safety and also allow a "natural" label.

Hibiscus in Your Future?

Publisher — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 15:25:00 GMT

Hibiscus is primed and ready for its time in the spotlight.

When Is Candy Not Candy?

Publisher — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 15:56:00 GMT

Starting today, September 1, 2009, any item in Illinois classified as candy will have a whopping increase in sales tax.

Free Online Marketing Webinar

Publisher — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:09:00 GMT

By the end of this webinar, you will have a much clearer understanding of how to maximize your return on your online marketing spend.

Viva Bayless!

Publisher — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 17:12:00 GMT

Chicago is celebrating our local amigo, Chef Rick Bayless, winner of Bravo TV's “Top Chef Masters.”

Is Your Company a Kellogg or a Post?

Publisher — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Within the food manufacturing industry, the question of continued employment often rests with the viability of the company by whom a person is employed.

Food Safety Enhancement Act Passes the House

Publisher — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT

The 159-page document has been altered significantly from its first draft, mostly for the better, but there are still some troublesome elements.

A Couple of News Items of Interest

Publisher — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Two headlines in today’s USA Today caught my attention. Both issues may impact your business and the cost of your products to the consumer public. 1) “Obesity is a Key Link to Soaring Health Tab”—The issue of obesity and its impact on th...

Dining in San Francisco, a Recommendation

Publisher — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT

This past weekend, we flew to San Francisco for the baptism of the newest member of the Weeks clan, our new grandson, Sullivan James Weeks. One of the weekend's highlights was a group dinner on Saturday night. There were sixteen of us who desc...

The Buck Stops...

Publisher — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT

It is our responsibility to develop new, better-testing products, and institute tougher, more efficient good manufacturing practices, and enforce them.

Big Brother Waxman

Publisher — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 16:01:00 GMT

It is possible that before the July 4th Congressional Recess the latest version of The Food Safety Enhancement Act could very well be in consideration before the full House of Representatives.

Sweet Innovations

Publisher — Tue, 26 May 2009 18:31:00 GMT

The ALL CANDY EXPO recently conducted its yearly event in Chicago to display the latest in sweet innovations. The show did not disappoint those looking for new wrinkles in confections, some pretty neat and some not so cool.

It's All About Commitment

Publisher — Mon, 18 May 2009 21:09:00 GMT

Food Product Design launched a new, user-friendly website.