Festive food lovers are being alerted that Tesco and Aldi, among other leading supermarkets, have urgently recalled a selection of Christmas-themed products over fears they could be “unsafe” due to issues like mislabelling or the potential inclusion of foreign objects. Alerts issued by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) govern these recalls for reasons such as undeclared allergens or the discovery of extraneous materials in foods.
Guided by the FSA, retailers provide advice on the necessary steps disappointed customers should take and the rationale behind the product withdrawals from shelves.
Normally, securing a refund is straightforward, and you might not even need to produce a receipt. Here’s a breakdown of some seasonal items you may have to return: Cheese connoisseurs planning a festive spread need to pay close attention as Dunnes Stores has issued a recall notification for several of its cheese types and cheese-based indulgences.
The recall emerges amid concerns that there’s a possibility of Listeria monocytogenes in these dairy offerings, as reported by Lancs Live.
The FSA details that the cheeses in question are either produced by or incorporate ingredients provided by Wicklow Farmhouse Cheese located in Ireland, with the distribution carried out through Dunnes Stores branches in Northern Ireland, reports the Mirror.
Details of the products affected are as follows:
- Dunnes Stores Wicklow Smoked Cheddar, 150g pack size, with all best before dates.
- Dunnes Stores Wicklow Tomato and Herb Cheddar, 150g pack size, also with all best before dates.
- And Dunnes Stores Wicklow Nettle and Chive Cheddar, available in 150g packets, encompassing all best before dates.
Dunnes Stores urgently recalls several cheese products due to Listeria fears. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued an alert about potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination in multiple cheese products sold at Dunnes Stores, prompting a comprehensive recall.
Affected items include the 150g packs of Wicklow Blue Brie, which have been pulled from shelves regardless of best before dates. Likewise, a range of ‘Simply Better’ cheese products, including the Irish Brie Cheese and Cranberry Quiche (800g), Wicklow Ban in Ceramic Dish (150g), Double Cream Wicklow Ban (150g), Farmhouse Irish Cheese Selection (735g), and the Neven Maguire Cheese Selection (705g), are subject to the same precautionary measure with all dates likewise affected.
The FSA warned consumers that “The possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the products listed above. Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea.”
They noted that listeriosis could lead to severe infections like meningitis and highlighted individuals over 65, pregnant women, new-borns, and those with weakened immune systems as particularly risk-prone. “If you have bought the above products do not eat them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund.”
In a separate advisory, Tesco is recalling its ‘Tesco 10 Cooked Beef Slices’ due to erroneous use-by date labelling that may pose a health risk. Products to watch for are the 125g packet sizes marked with the use-by date of 24 January 2025.
Customers who have purchased this product are instructed not to consume it and should return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
In a recent turn of events, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) issued a warning to Tesco customers: “If you have bought the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to the Tesco store for a full refund. For further information, please contact customer service team on 0800 505 555.”
This alert concerns issues with Tesco’s Red Cabbage and Apple 300G packet, which is being recalled due to incorrect labelling. The products in question have been found to carry a use-by date of December 29 when they should have been marked with a December 11 expiration, thus misleading consumers into potentially using the item past its safe consumption period.
The FSA provided additional clarity on the matter, stating, “An extension of the Use by Date could pose a risk to health, if the product is kept past the correct shelf life of the product.”
Customers who have purchased the affected batch are strongly advised against consuming the product. Instead, they should return it to any Tesco store for a complete refund or contact Tesco Customer Support at 0800 505 555 for assistance.
Also Morrisons customers should be aware that there has been a recall on the supermarket’s Morrisons Crushed Garlic 75g pots, specifically those with a best before date of 19.10.25.
The product lacks an essential ingredient necessary for preventing microbiological growth, which could result in a potential safety risk. As part of their commitment to high standards of product quality and safety, Morrisons has issued an apology for any inconvenience caused and is urging customers to return the item for a refund.
If you have purchased this product, do not eat it; instead, return it to your nearest Morrisons store for a full refund without any questions asked. Any queries can be directed to Morrisons Customer Service at 0345 611 6111.
In another recall, Aldi’s Let’s Party Vegetable Bao Buns, which you may have bought and stored in the freezer for festive gatherings, are being urgently recalled by the supermarket chain due to an undeclared allergen (sesame), as well as unlisted duck meat. This could pose a health risk to anyone with a sesame allergy.
Aldi has contacted relevant allergy support organisations who will inform their members about the recall. The supermarket has also removed these products from all stores and is asking customers to return the items for a full refund.
Aldi’s customer care line is 0800 042 0800.
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