by Flora
(Memphis, TN)
I agree with all of your concerns! The way that I found your website was by searching to see if there was any behind the scenes information on the web about the Food Network's food preparation practices. I have never seen anyone wash any of the meats or vegetables prior to cooking or preparing them! I don't use any food item without washing it first, even products that claim to be "pre-washed". So they are exposed to food-borne and animal related contaminants as well as pesticides. I'm not a trained chef, but I feel that when cooking for my family and friends, how I prepare my food is as important as what I serve them. One thing that I must give the chefs credit for is that I've never seen anyone "double-dip" when tasting food during preparation. They immediately throw each spoon in the sink after tasting an item.