Canada Recalls Ghirardelli Hot Cocoa and Café Drink Mixes Over Salmonella Risk
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Canadian authorities have recalled several Ghirardelli powdered hot cocoa and café drink mixes because of possible Salmonella contamination, in a health warning that affects consumers, cafés, restaurants, hotels and other food service settings that may use the products to prepare beverages.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency said the recall involves Ghirardelli powdered drink mixes, including hot cocoa mix and frappé mixes in vanilla, mocha and frozen hot cocoa flavours. The products were sold in Ontario, online and possibly in other provinces and territories.
The agency is warning people not to consume, use, sell, serve or distribute the recalled products. Retailers, restaurants, cafés and hotels are also being advised to check their inventory and remove any affected products from circulation.
Salmonella can be especially concerning because contaminated products may not look, smell or taste spoiled but can still cause illness. Possible symptoms include fever, headache, vomiting, nausea, abdominal cramps and diarrhea. Young children, pregnant women, older adults and people with weakened immune systems face a higher risk of serious illness.
The CFIA said the recall was triggered by a recall in another country. No illnesses linked to these products have been reported in Canada so far. The agency is continuing its food safety investigation, which could lead to the recall of additional products if new information emerges.
Consumers who recently purchased Ghirardelli powdered drink mixes are advised to check the packages against the official recall notice. If a product is included in the recall, it should be thrown out or returned to the place of purchase, and should not be used to prepare any drink.
The warning is a reminder that food safety concerns are not limited to fresh foods. Shelf-stable powdered products used at home or in cafés can also be affected by contamination risks, even when they appear normal.
For families in Canada, the practical step is clear: if you have Ghirardelli hot cocoa or frappé drink mixes at home, do not use them until you confirm they are not included in the official recall.
