Jamon It Up, Legitimately

WHEN SPAIN’S MYTHICAL Iberian ham was first imported to the U.S., in 2007, it was heralded as the best in the world. Turns out, in spite of the fanfare and sky-high prices, much of what was then labeled ibérico wasn’t…entirely. Now, more and better hams are coming to the U.S. market, prices have dropped and companies are specifying pedigree in preparation for upcoming legislation in Spain that will require them to do so. The world’s best pork is finally getting a stateside debut we can applaud unreservedly.

Wegmans Recalls Roasted Red Pepper Dip Due To Undeclared Milk & Eggs

April 17, 2013 FDA

Wegmans Food Markets is recalling approximately 1,100 affected units of Wegmans Food You Feel Good About Roasted Red Pepper Dip, 8 oz. tub, with a best-by date of 5/17/13, because some of the tubs may have an incorrect ingredient label that does not list milk and eggs. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk or eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Placon Tamper-Evident, Recyclable Containers Put Consumer Food Packaging Safety Top Of Mind

April 17, 2013 Placon

Especially designed to incorporate safety and sustainability in one package, Placon’s new Crystal Seal® Tamper-Evident plastic thermoformed food containers are 100% recyclable with a patent-pending feature that helps minimize the potential of food tampering. The Tamper-Evident containers by Placon, a leading North American designer and thermoformer of custom and stock packaging, are available now in 7 grab-and-go sizes from 8 to 64 ounces.

Murray's Cheese Shop Heading To L.A.

Murray's Cheese Shop, Greenwich Village's 73-year-old temple of coagulated dairy, is expanding to Los Angeles. Eater spied the news this morning over Twitter, and now a Murray's representative confirms the westward expansion to Grub Street.

Wisconsin Specialty Cheese Institute Announces 13th Annual Golf Outing On June 13

The Wisconsin Specialty Cheese Institute invites cheese makers, cheese buyers and cheese eaters to hit the green on Thursday, June 13, 2013 for its lucky 13th’ Annual Golf Outing at University Ridge Golf Course in Madison.