Silsden cafe given one-star hygiene rating after inspection

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 12 Oct, 11:30 · Archive

Christine's Kitchen in Silsden received a one-star food hygiene rating following an inspection in March.

Christine's Kitchen in Silsden received a one-star food hygiene rating after an inspection on 19 March. The officer found food past its use-by date, including beef spread dated 7 March and coleslaw dated 16 March. Open cans were stored in the refrigerator, which can lead to contamination, and the inspector advised that tinned foods should be transferred to plastic, lidded containers once opened. Some products like mayonnaise also require refrigeration once opened.

Structural issues were identified, including a glass jug being stored in the kitchen wash hand basin, which should be used exclusively for handwashing. The officer instructed the business to check stock daily and dispose of out-of-date food as part of its food safety management system. The Keighley News additionally reported that the inspection highlighted areas requiring cleaning, including the ventilation canopy above the deep fat fryers, the air fryer, the area behind the wash hand basin, shelving, plug sockets and flooring in the storeroom.

The café serves cooked breakfasts, paninis, burgers, pasta and specials including steak sandwiches. Online reviews are generally positive, praising quality and value for money. A business spokesperson felt the inspection was 'unfair' and provided photographs to local media.

How it is being reported

• Silsden cafe slapped with 1 star hygiene ratingA café has been given a food hygiene rating of one following an inspection.Keighley News · 12 Oct, 11:15
• Cafe where toilet opens into food prep area slapped with 1 star hygiene ratingThe low rating was put down to a series of food safety breaches, including out-of-date food, poor cleaning, and a lack of confidence in management.Telegraph & Argus · 12 Oct, 11:05

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