Canada Recalls Pistachios and Desserts Over Salmonella Risk
A major recall has been issued in Canada for pistachios and foods made with pistachios because of possible Salmonella contamination. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) says the recall is part of an ongoing investigation into a foodborne illness outbreak.
What’s happening
The recall, last updated on September 26, 2025, covers plain pistachios as well as cakes, cookies, gelato, and other foods that use pistachios. The CFIA has ordered these products off store shelves while investigators look for the source of contamination.
Which products are affected
So far, the recall includes:
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Baker Street: Chocolate Pistachio Cake (7-inch), sold at Loblaws and Zehrs from July 22 to September 25, 2025.
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La Brioche (Ottawa): Petit four cookies, cream baklava, and strawberry cheesecake sold between July 16 and August 4, 2025. These may not always have labels.
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East India Company Ltd. (Mississauga): Pistachio Green, a 5 lb package with lot code “620/06-250.”
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Amore Gelato (Ottawa): Pistachio gelato sold in half-litre containers between April 28 and August 31, 2025.
Officials say this is not a full list. Other pistachio-based products like snack bars and nut butters have also been recalled in earlier warnings.
Health risks
Salmonella is a type of bacteria that causes food poisoning. Contaminated food usually looks and smells normal, so it’s hard to detect.
Common symptoms include fever, headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, and diarrhea. Most people recover in a few days, but the illness can be more serious for young children, seniors, pregnant people, and those with weak immune systems. In rare cases, it can cause long-term health problems.
The outbreak so far
More than 100 people across Canada have gotten sick, and at least 16 have been hospitalized. Cases have been reported in Ontario, Quebec, and British Columbia. The investigation is still ongoing, and more products may be recalled.
What you should do
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Do not eat or sell the recalled products.
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Throw them out or return them to the store.
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If you feel sick after eating pistachio products, call your doctor and mention Salmonella.
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Be extra careful if you are in a higher-risk group.
What authorities are doing
The CFIA is working to trace the source of the contaminated pistachios and remove them from stores. The Public Health Agency of Canada is tracking illnesses and working with provinces to control the outbreak. Businesses have been told to stop selling the products immediately.
Bottom line
Canadians should check their homes for recalled pistachio products, throw them out, and watch for updates. Officials say more recalls may follow as the investigation continues.
