Category Archives: Food Hygiene

USA – 11 Hepatitis A cases linked to Gino’s Ristorante & Pizzeria

Food Poison Journal

The Montgomery County Office of Public Health (OPH) announced today the temporary closure of Gino’s Ristorante & Pizzeria in West Norriton in relation to a Hepatitis A Virus (HAV) outbreak in the county. The restaurant will be closed until further notice while the investigation continues.

At this time, 11 total cases are under investigation, with 9 confirmed cases of Hepatitis A and 2 potential cases of Hepatitis A. Of the 9 confirmed cases, 7 people were hospitalized. To date, one death is confirmed and one additional death is under investigation.

Netherlands – Safety warning for various beef products Dirk van den Broek – Listeria monocytogenes

NVWA

Safety warning various beef products Dirk van den Broek

Dirk van den Broek is immediately removing several beef products from the shelves as a precaution. An inspection in our own central butcher’s shop revealed that listeria had been found on one of the raw materials received. This raw material has been further processed into several meat products.

See Dirk van den Broek’s website

Which products are involved?

  • the Best Beefsteak natural 2BLK 2 pieces
    Barcode (first 7 digits): 2373287 Best before
    date: 17-1-2022
  • the Best Peppersteak 2BLK 2 pieces
    Barcode (first 7 digits): 2337225 Best before
    date: 17-1-2022
  • the Best Quarter Pounder Royal 2 pieces 2BLK
    Barcode (first 7 digits): 2379411 Best before
    date: 19-1-2022
  • the Best Ground Beef 300GR
    Barcode (first 7 digits): 2336493 Best before
    : 15-01-2022 to 18-01-2022

France – Ravioli made in Drôme, with Emmental – Salmonella

Gov france

Identifying information for the recalled product

  • Product category Food
  • Product sub-category Cereals and baked goods
  • Product brand name REFLECTS OF FRANCE
  • Names of models or references240g Emmental ravioli, packed in a tray
  • Product identification
    GTIN Lot Dated
    3560071195700 2136201 Use-by date 01/17/2022
  • Packaging240g transparent container
  • Start date / End of marketing From 12/31/2021 to 01/11/2022
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Health mark FR 26 218 032 CE
  • Geographical sales area Whole France
  • Distributors CROSSROADS

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Suspicion of bacteriological contamination by Salmonella
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Salmonella spp (causative agent of salmonellosis)

Netherlands – Safety warning Quarter Pounder Royaal Skinny DekaMarkt – Listeria monocytogenes

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Safety warning Quarter Pounder Royal Skinny DekaMarkt

DekaMarkt immediately removes Quarter Ponder Royaal Skinny with best before date 19-01-2022 from the shelves. Checks have shown that this product may contain Listeria. Customers are urged not to consume the product.

Which product is it?

  • Quarter pounder generous lean 2x
  • Barcode: 2373410 (first 7 digits)
  • Can be used until 19-01-2022

Recall Notice

Argentina – Botulism behind at least two deaths; others sick in Argentina

Food Safety News

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Foodborne botulism has been linked to two deaths in an Argentinian province.

The Ministry of Public Health in Misiones reported the two fatalities and at least four other cases occurred this past week in the village of Andresito.

The four ill people, including three adults and one child, are being treated in the intensive care unit of a local hospital. According to media reports, a third person, a child, has since died and up to 10 people have been affected.

Agency officials said that products suspected to be linked to the food poisoning have been seized. Local media reported homemade sausages are believed to be the source of infection.

Botulism antitoxin has been brought from Buenos Aires and Corrientes to reinforce local stock.

Officials reminded people about how food that is not approved by the relevant authorities should not be consumed.

Ireland – BakeAway Recalls Various Raw Pastry and Dough Products due to Presence of Salmonella

FSAI

Galberts

Tesco pastry

Summary
Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2022.03
Product: Please see table below.
Batch Code: Please refer to use by dates in the table below.
Country Of Origin: United Kingdom

Message:

BakeAway is recalling specific batches of various raw pastry and dough products due to the presence of Salmonella. Point-of-sale recall notices will be displayed in stores supplied with the implicated batches.

Nature Of Danger:

People infected with Salmonella typically develop symptoms between 12 and 36 hours after infection, but this can range between 6 and 72 hours.  The most common symptom is diarrhoea, which can sometimes be bloody.  Other symptoms may include fever, headache and abdominal cramps.  The illness usually lasts 4 to 7 days. Diarrhoea can occasionally be severe enough to require hospital admission. The elderly, infants, and those with impaired immune systems are more likely to have a severe illness.

Action Required:

Inspectors:

Distribution information will be emailed to PEHOs. Please notify the FSAI of any concerns.

Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:

Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batches from sale and inform their customers by a prominent point-of-sale recall notice in stores where the affected batches were sold and by any other suitable communication routes.

Wholesalers/distributors are requested to contact their affected customers to recall the implicated batches and provide a point-of-sale recall notice to their retailer customers.

Consumers:

Consumers are advised not to use the implicated batches.

BakeAway Products

Luxembourg – UPDATE: RECALL: QUESO DE CABRA FROM THE DELHAIZE BRAND – Listeria monocytogenes

SAP

Last name Queso de cabra
Brand Delhaize
Bar code 2205473000000
Date of Minimum Durability (DDM) 01/03/2022
Sale period from 23/12/2021 to 24/12/2021 included
Lots * PBN-478565; PBN-478566; PBN-479108; PBN-479114

Danger  : Presence of Listeria monocytogenes

Listeria monocytogenes can cause fever, headache, and gastroenteritis. Vulnerable people such as the immunocompromised and the elderly and young children may experience neurological symptoms due to meningitis. Pregnant women should also pay special attention to these symptoms. Gastroenteritis can appear between a few hours and 3 days after consumption, while neurological symptoms may not appear until after 3 months. People who have consumed these products and who have these symptoms are advised to consult a doctor, notifying him of this consumption.

Click to access 2021-12-27-QUESO-DE-CABRA-Delhaize-Lux.pdf

France – Roast pork stuffed 800g – Salmonella

Gov france

Identifying information for the recalled product

  • Product categoryFood
  • Product sub-categoryMeats
  • Product brand nameunbranded
  • Names of models or referencesRoast pork stuffed 800g
  • Product identification
    GTIN Lot Dated
    3700502720006 22003-1938 Use-by date 01/11/2022
  • Packagingvacuum packaging
  • Start date / End of marketingFrom 01/04/2022 to 01/11/2022
  • Storage temperatureProduct to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Health markFR 13.097.003 CE
  • Geographical sales areaWhole France
  • DistributorsFRESH

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recallsalmonella detection
  • Risks incurred by the consumerSalmonella spp (causative agent of salmonellosis)

Canada – King Ranch Casserole recalled due to Salmonella

CFIA

Product
King Ranch Casserole
Issue
Food » Microbial Contamination » Salmonella
What to do

Do not consume the recalled products

Issue

Doughgirls Baking Inc. (dba, Doughgirls Comfort Kitchen & Bakeshop) is recalling King Ranch Casserole from the marketplace due to possible Salmonella contamination.

The recalled products have been sold at Doughgirls Comfort Kitchen & Bakeshop located at 3322 Shrum Lane, Vancouver, British Columbia.

What you should do

  • If you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, call your doctor
  • Check to see if you have the recalled products in your home
  • Do not consume the recalled products
  • Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the location where they were purchased

Food contaminated with Salmonella may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. Young children, pregnant women, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems may contract serious and sometimes deadly infections. Healthy people may experience short-term symptoms such as fever, headache, vomiting, nausea, abdominal cramps and diarrhea. Long-term complications may include severe arthritis.

UK – Update: BakeAway recalls raw pastry products because Salmonella has been found in the products

FSA

BakeAway is recalling several raw pastry products because Salmonella has been found in the products. This product recall information notice has been updated to include two additional products.

Product details

Aldi Ready Roll Pizza
Pack size 400g
Use by 13 January 2022
Asda Pizza Dough
Pack size 400g
Use by 15 January 2022
Morrisons Puff Pastry Block
Pack size 500g
Use by 25 January 2022
Morrisons Ready Roll Light Puff Pastry
Pack size 375g
Use by 17 January 2022
Pizza Express Ready to Roll Dough
Pack size 400g
Use by 20 January 2022
Pizza Express Pre Rolled Dough
Pack size 400g
Use by 17 January 2022
Tesco Finest Butter Enriched Ready Roll Puff Pastry
Pack size 320g
Use by 14 January 2022
Tesco Pizza Dough
Pack size 400g
Use by 17 January 2022
Tesco Ready Roll Puff Pastry
Pack size 375g
Use by 24 January 2022
Tesco Ready Roll Puff Pastry
Pack size 375g
Use by 25 January 2022
Asda Ready Roll Light Puff Pastry
Pack size 375g
Use by 16 January 2022
Asda Ready Roll Puff Pastry
Pack size 375g
Use by 24 January 2022
Galberts Ready Roll Puff Pastry
Pack size 375g
Use by 24 January 2022
Galberts Ready Roll Short Pastry
Pack size 375g
Use by 24 January 2022
by Sainsbury’s Ready Roll Puff Pastry
Pack size 375g
Use by 17 January 2022
by Sainsbury’s Ready Roll Puff Pastry
Pack size 375g
Use by 21 January 2022
Morrisons Pizza Dough
Pack size 400g
Use by 17 January 2022
Morrisons Puff Pastry Block
Pack size 500g
Use by 24 January 2022

Risk statement

The presence of salmonella in the products listed above.

Symptoms caused by salmonella typically include fever, diarrhoea, and abdominal cramps.

Action taken by the company

BakeAway is recalling the above products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling these products. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought any of the products.

Our advice to consumers

If you have bought any of the above products do not eat them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund.