There's even a recall on certain brands of salt and pepper because they may contain unexpected plastic pieces — definitely not the seasoning upgrade anyone wants.
Whether you're a fan of imported cheese, sweet treats or savoury snacks, it's worth taking a moment to see if anything in your kitchen is on the list. The product recalls involve several brands and products ranging from frozen foods to pantry staples.
Here's what you need to know about eight of the latest CFIA recalls, including which products are affected, why they're being pulled and what you should do if you have any of them at home.
Almond butter cups
Eatlove Organic Almond Butter Cup, 51 g.
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Recalled product: Eatlove Organic Almond Butter Cup, 51 g — best before "25MA29"
Recall reason: Eatlove is recalling a batch of its Organic Almond Butter Cups due to undeclared peanut, which could pose a serious or life-threatening risk to those with peanut allergies. The recall applies to products sold across the country, including online. This issue was flagged after a consumer complaint, and one allergic reaction has been reported so far. If you have this treat in your pantry and have a peanut allergy or sensitivity, do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store or throw it out.
Last updated: March 6, 2025
Chocolate bars
8 Cakes Dark Pistachio Knafeh.
8 Cakes
Recalled products:
- 8 Cakes Dark Pistachio Knafeh
- 8 Cakes Biscoff Latte
- 8 Cakes Golden Baklava
Recall reason: 8 Cakes Bake Shoppe Ltd. is recalling several of its chocolate bars due to "improperly declared" allergens, including wheat, walnut, sesame, soy and milk. The affected treats were sold across Canada and online. While no reactions have been reported, these allergens could cause serious issues for those with allergies or intolerances. If you have any of these products and need to avoid the listed allergens, don't eat them. The CFIA advises discarding the recalled items or returning them to the store where you got them.
Last updated: March 6, 2025
Porotta
Vaaniy Foods Frozen Porotta (6 pieces), 400 g.
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Recalled product: Vaaniy Foods Frozen Porotta (6 pieces), 400 g — best before "Aug. 2026"
Recall reason: Vaaniy Foods is recalling its frozen porotta due to undeclared milk, which could pose a serious risk to anyone with a milk allergy or lactose intolerance. This recall follows another recent Vaaniy Foods recall for a similar product for the same reason. The recall affects products sold in Ontario and was triggered by CFIA testing. So far, no allergic reactions have been reported. If you have this product and need to avoid dairy, don't eat it — return it to the store or throw it out.
Last updated: March 4, 2025
Fish cakes
Various Hansang-brand frozen fish cakes.
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Recalled products:
- Hansang Assorted Fish Cake with Katsuobushi Soup Stock, 960 g
- Hansang (Korean characters only) Frozen Fried Fish Cake, 328 g
- Hansang (Korean characters only) Frozen Fried Fish Cake & Rice Cake, 404 g
- Hansang (Korean characters only) Frozen Fried Fish Cake (Mala Flavour), 345 g
Recall reason: Seoul Trading Corp. and Lemond Food Corp. are recalling various Hansang-brand frozen fish cakes due to undeclared egg, which could pose a serious risk to those with egg allergies. The recall affects multiple varieties sold across Canada, and many of the packages don't display the brand name prominently in Roman characters. This issue was flagged through CFIA testing, and while no reactions have been reported, consuming these products could trigger severe allergic responses. If you have an egg allergy, check your freezer and avoid eating these fish cakes — instead, return them to the store or throw them out.
Last updated: March 1, 2025
Ulker snacks
Ulker Rulokat, 170 g.
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Recalled products:
- Ulker Kekstra Mini (strawberry), 150 g
- Ulker Biskrem cocoa, 300 g
- Ulker Rulokat, 170 g
Recall reason: Gulbay Foods Inc. and Quantimpex Inc. are recalling various Turkish imported Ulker-brand snack products due to undeclared egg, milk and wheat. These allergens could pose serious risks to those with allergies or gluten-related disorders. The recalled products were sold in Ontario and Quebec — specifically at Gulbay Turkish Bakery in Vaughan and Marché Istanbul in Montreal. This recall was triggered by one in another country, and while no reactions have been reported here in Canada, those with allergies or celiac disease should avoid these treats. If you have any, return them to the store or throw them out.
Last updated: February 27, 2025
Cheese
Jean Perrin Morbier de Scey cheese.
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Recalled products:
- Jean Perrin Morbier de Scey (cheese), variable size (~7 kg) — Lot # 3511206/03/2025
- Jean Perrin Raclette de Scey (cheese), variable size (~7 kg) — Lot # 3551110/03/2025
- Unbranded Morbier de Scey (cheese), variable size
- Unbranded Raclette de Scey (cheese), variable size
Recall reason: Certain lots of two Jean Perrin-brand cheeses are being recalled due to possible contamination with pathogenic E. coli. This is an expansion of an earlier cheese recall from the same brand. This time, these cheeses were sold in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba and Quebec, although they may have also been available in other provinces and territories. The affected products were often repackaged and sold without original labels displaying the brand name, lot code or expiry date, so if you recently bought Morbier or Raclette cheese, check with your retailer.
Consuming food contaminated with E. coli can lead to serious illness, with symptoms like severe stomach cramps, diarrhea and vomiting. If you have any of these cheeses at home, don't eat them — return them or throw them out.
Last updated: February 22, 2025
Beef jerky
Soo Curry Flavoured Beef Jerky, 85 g.
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Recalled products:
- Soo Curry Flavoured Beef Jerky, 85 g
- Soo Satay Beef Jerky, 85 g
- Soo Satay Beef Jerky, 170 g
- Soo Satay Beef Jerky, 454 g
Recall reason: Soo Jerky Ltd. is recalling several varieties of its beef jerky due to undeclared mustard, which could pose a serious risk to those with mustard allergies. The recall affects two flavours of beef jerky in various sizes sold in Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario and Quebec — though they may have also been available in other provinces and territories. No allergic reactions have been reported so far, but if you have a mustard allergy, check your snack stash and avoid eating these products. The CFIA advises returning the recalled jerky to the store or throwing it out.
Last updated: February 21, 2025
Salt & pepper
Cape Herb & Spice Extra Bold Black Pepper & Himalayan Pink Salt.
Cape Herb & Spice
Recalled products:
- Cape Herb & Spice Rainbow Peppercorns, 175 g
- Cape Herb & Spice Extra Bold Black Pepper, 180 g
- Cape Herb & Spice Atlantic Sea Salt, 360 g
- Cape Herb & Spice Himalayan Pink Salt, 390 g
Recall reason: Cape Herb & Spice is recalling several of its salt and pepper products sold in grinder containers due to the possible presence of plastic pieces. These products were sold nationwide, and while no injuries have been reported, consuming food contaminated with plastic could pose a choking hazard or cause injury (or just be plain gross). If you have any of these recalled seasonings in your kitchen, the CFIA recommends returning them to the store or throwing them out.
Last updated: February 21, 2025
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