SMF Training & Consulting - Food Safety Consulting

03/19/2026

Tonight I’m spending my evening with current and aspiring cottage food entrepreneurs at the Essex Community Development Corporation, and I’m genuinely excited for it. Cottage food is such a great way to start small—whether it’s a side hustle or the first step toward something bigger—but it also comes with very specific rules about what can (and can’t) be made and sold.

After going through the process myself with Sassory, and with my background in food safety, I’ve seen firsthand how easy it is for new producers to get tripped up by the regulations.

Looking forward to a fun night helping others be food safe.

03/06/2026

Enroll today - Print your Certification Tuesday! www.marylandfoodhandler.com/pg

03/04/2026

From a young age I have spent countless hours on the Chesapeake Bay. Fishing, Crabbing, Swimming, and Boating. To see the sewage being dumped into Maryland's greatest asset, is heartbreaking. what is a happening is terrible. 2026 has not gotten off to a good start.

Sewage puts Maryland Waterways in DangerBy Sue Farace / March 4, 2026 Potomac Sewage Spill and Back River Plant Issues: Environmental Risks and Food Safety Concerns Recent wastewater incidents in Maryland and the surrounding region have raised new concerns about water quality and the potential impac...

03/04/2026

For my followers that are not quite licensed but out there selling. Check out this Free opportunity to learn about the cottage industry.
I will be addressing commonly asked questions and sharing how to do things the right way. You can view online or attend in person.

🥐We have made the Cottage Industry Session a ONE night event only! The Training Session will take place Thursday, March 19, 2026 from 5-6:30pm.

🧁Training Session will include:
Understanding Cottage Law, Labeling, Testing for products not listed in guidance, Understanding food safety risks, Good practices and Discussion on outgrowing your home business.

🍪Sue Farace, CP-FS has over 30 years in Restaurant Consulting and will lead the discussion. RSVP by March 9, 2026 by calling 443-579-7974.

02/27/2026

Taking temperatures is a critical role in serving safe food. Having a thermometer that is accurate is essential. But how do you make sure it is accurate? Read here
https://marylandfoodhandler.com/food-safety/calibrating-your-stem-thermometers/

Calibrating your Stem ThermometersBy Sue Farace / February 25, 2026 If you’re responsible for food safety in a restaurant, food truck, or catering operation, a properly calibrated thermometer is one of your most important tools. In this video, I walk through how to check and calibrate three common...

02/24/2026

Looking for training & ServSafe Exam in Prince Georges County? Look no further! Join our session on March 10th at Prince Georges Stadium (Home of the Baysox). Learn more here: https://marylandfoodhandler.com/pg

Join our 1-Day In-Person Food Safety Manager Training with Computer ServSafe Exam on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 in Bowie, MD.

02/20/2026

Enroll today in our 1 day food protection training with ServSafe exam. Free Parking. Computer Exam. $145 per student. Enroll Now https://marylandfoodhandler.com/pg

02/15/2026

Novice Gnocchi maker gives it a try.
PS they were tender and delicious.

02/11/2026

Hello,

I’m working on improving training options that are available to you, and I’d really value your input.

I’m not sending a survey — I just want to hear directly from you.

👉 What type of training would help you or your staff the most right now?

Some examples (but feel free to share anything):

• More online / self-paced training

• More live instructor-led classes, possibly virtual?

• Short refresher or continuing education sessions

• Better scheduling options

• Better Group Pricing

• Something else you wish existed

If you’re an owner or manager, I’d also love to know:

What would make training easier or more valuable for your business?

You can simply hit reply and type a quick answer — even one sentence helps.

I promise to not spam you with tons of questions.

Thank you for helping me make the training I offer more useful for you. I truly appreciate it.

Sue

01/26/2026

If you’re reading this, chances are today isn’t business as usual. ❄️❄️❄️

  Maybe you’re closed.
  Maybe you’re the only one there.
  Maybe you’re stuck at home.

Restaurants don’t really get days off — but storms like this can create a rare pause.

That pause is a good time to check a few food safety items that are easy to push aside when things are busy:

Are your Certified Food Protection Manager credentials current?

Do you know when they expire? Remember your County Manager card expiration is probably different from your ServSafe Certification expiration.

Is your HACCP plan up to date — and does it reflect how you actually operate today?

Like a lot of things right now, my schedule has create some free time. If you find yourself with a moment and want to talk through your needs — certifications, HACCP, or just questions — feel free to give me a call. No obligation, no sales pitch.

Sometimes a quick conversation is all it takes to figure out next steps.

Stay safe and warm out there.

— Sue

Call now to connect with business.

01/22/2026

From our sister company! Go check it out!

Have you heard - we have some snow coming our way! ❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️
BUT do you know what goes good on a snow day? Hot Cocoa and the smell of fresh bread!

Sassory has you covered. Order by 1 PM tomorrow for pickup in 21221 and your order will be ready no later than Saturday 5pm.

You can order online at https://sassoryco.com/shop/ and select the pickup option.

Have a question? Message me!

01/20/2026

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