The NSW Food Authority recommends the following tips for outdoor cooking and dining this Father’s Day
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cook foods to at least 60 degrees Celsius;
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don’t eat cooked foods that have been left out for more than two hours;
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if you’re travelling, store uncooked and ready-to-eat foods in separate sealed containers and keep them cold during transport using a chiller bag or esky;
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don’t eat foods that should be refrigerated if they have been left out for more than two hours;
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wash and dry hands thoroughly before starting to prepare or eat any food;
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keep benches, equipment and tableware clean and dry; and
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use separate plates and utensils for cooking and serving
For the NSW Food Authority’s full list of food safety tips during the warmer months, visit www.foodauthority.nsw.gov.au/summer