Serving up Food Safety

Location

Virtual Event

Date

July 13, 2026 at 12:00 PM - November 9, 2026 at 12:30 PM

About

Have lunch with our Food Safety Team as we dive into food safety topics each week. Join us as we explore best practices to keep food safe, whether at work, home, or on the go. This engaging and interactive workshop will provide valuable insights into food safety essentials, such as proper food handling, storage, and preparation techniques. Join us online via Zoom using your laptop, tablet, smartphone, or any device with internet access.

Choose to register for all the sessions by selecting the "register all" button or select the individual sessions you are interested in.  

Details:

  • Cost: Free
  • Instructors: MSU Extension Food Safety Educators and MSU Product Center Educators
  • Format: Online via Zoom (accessible on laptop, tablet, smartphone, or any internet-enabled device) 

MSU Contact: 

Kellie Jordan - jorda136@msu.edu

Sessions

July 13, 2026

  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM EDT If It's Too Hot in the Kitchen, Get Out and Grill!

    Summertime = Grilling! Join us for tips and tricks to safely grill and prepare favorites all summer long.

July 20, 2026

  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM EDT Brine Time: Veggie Pickling Basics

    Ready to turn fresh vegetables into crisp, tangy favorites? Join us to learn the simple art of pickling at home. We’ll explore flavor variations so you can customize your pickles with herbs and spices, creating everything from classic dill to bold, unique blends.

July 27, 2026

  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM EDT Using Fresh Produce to Make Homemade Baby Food

    Making your own baby food can be cost-effective and convenient! Learn about food safe methods to make and store your own baby food.

Aug. 3, 2026

  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM EDT Preserving Drink Mixers

    Create mixers for your favorite drinks by preserving mixers or using preserved items that you can add into a mixer or use as a garnish!

Aug. 10, 2026

  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM EDT Fermenting Kimchi Safely

    Kimchi has been prepared in Korea for over 1,500 years. Join us to learn what kimchi is, potential health benefits, and how to ferment it at home safely.

Aug. 17, 2026

  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM EDT Processed Foods and Preservatives

    Have you ever wondered what it means when a food is processed or Ultra processed? Join us to learn what these industry terms mean and how you can make better informed food choices!

Aug. 24, 2026

  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM EDT Room Temperature or Risky Business? Safe Food Storage Made Simple

    Knowing the best storage for food is important - but are the recommendations based on safety or quality, and what is the risk? Get answers to these questions to put your mind at ease.

Aug. 31, 2026

  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM EDT Too Much Squash? We’ve Got You Covered!

    You can do more with squash than just zucchini bread! Explore simple, delicious ways to use and preserve zucchini and other types of squash.

Sept. 14, 2026

  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM EDT As seen on tv- Is it Safe?

    You can do more with squash than just zucchini bread! Explore simple, delicious ways to use and preserve zucchini and other types of squash.

Sept. 21, 2026

  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM EDT From Orchard to Oven: Pie Fillings in a Jar

    Get ready to preserve pie fillings from the harvest season with research-based recipes and learn about the differences in clear gels.

Sept. 28, 2026

  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM EDT Preserving Homemade Jerky

    Learn safe ways to make great-tasting jerky from your own harvested wild-game or meat you get from the store.

Oct. 5, 2026

  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM EDT PFAS Series: #1 What are PFAS and how to reduce exposure

    Find out what PFAS are, the sources and personal steps we can take to reduce exposure.

Oct. 12, 2026

  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM EDT PFAS Series: #2: PFAS - Industry and personal practices

    Health implications of PFAS exposure, resources for testing, and regulations for limiting use and exposure.

Oct. 26, 2026

  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM EDT Butter Up! Creating Sweet Fruit Spreads

    Fruit butters add rich flavor and natural sweetness to a wide variety of dishes! Join us to learn how to make and safely preserve these delicious, smooth spreads at home.

Nov. 2, 2026

  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM EST Shipping food gifts

    Whether sending food around the state or around the world, following a few tips will make sure it arrives safely.

Nov. 9, 2026

  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM EST Cookie and Confectionery Ingredient Precautions

    Making sweet treats to celebrate events or observe traditions can be a fun activity. Handling ingredients safely can prevent foodborne illness from stirring up trouble.