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June 20, 2017 from the OU:

GoBitos Roasted Chickpeas (5 flavors) Tangy Ranch; Sweet & Hot Thai Chili; Garlic Parm; Aged White Cheddar; Hot Hot Ghost Pepper, GLK Foods, Appleton WI missing D - Dairy Designation
The Orthodox Union certifies GoBitos Roasted Chickpeas as OU D - Dairy products. There are five varieties – Tangy Ranch; Sweet & Hot Thai Chili; Garlic Parm; Aged White Cheddar; Hot Hot Ghost Pepper. These products contain dairy ingredients as indicated in the ingredient and allergen statements. The products are labeled with a plain OU symbol, without the D - Dairy designation. Corrective actions are being implemented.

Swirls & Twirls in Oceanside, NY has lost its hashgacha due to allowing non-kosher food into its premises. This establishment Was under the Vaad of Oceanside

June 20, 2017 - from KosherCheck.org (BCK):
Please be advised that various Western Family brand cookies bear an unauthorized Kosher check logo and are not certified kosher by The Orthodox Rabbinical Council of BC. Corrective measures are being implemented.

June 20, 2017: From the Dallas K:
As you can see the from the attached pictures the packages contains shrimp sold at Tom Thumb stores in Dallas. An alert customer picked up the bag and noticed a Hechsher printed on the bottom! It is from a very reliable and reputable certifying agency in London. A critical reading of the text under the logo should let you know that it is only the packaging that is kosher but not its contents! Obviously that is very misleading and the company was unauthorized to placed the symbol on the empty bags. The packaging made its way over to the United States where it was sold to a number of supermarkets. Please be aware that the shrimp in that package is not kosher! Nor is the salmon or tilapia!

From the Dallas-K:
The Tom Thumb on Preston & Forest is selling chips (see left) that are temporarily non kosher.

June 16, 2017: The FDA:

United Natural Trading LLC, Edison, NJ, is voluntarily recalling a limited number of products containing Organic and Natural dates (see below) and sold under the Nature’s Promise, Woodstock, Market Basket, and Wholesome Pantry brands due to a possible health risk from Listeria monocytogenes.

Description	Lot Number	Best By Date	UPC#
Nature’s Promise Organic Campfire Trail Mix 12oz.	17100	11/23/2017	688267066092
Nature’s Promise Organic Campfire Trail Mix 12oz.	17115	12/23/2017	688267066092
Nature’s Promise Cranberry Trail Mix 12oz.	17138	11/18/2017	688267066122
Nature’s Promise Cascade Trail Mix 12oz.	17158	12/30/2017	688267066160
Woodstock Organic Kumbaya Mix 10oz.	17096	11/23/2017	042563009366
Woodstock Organic Kumbaya Mix 10oz.	17124	11/23/2017	042563009366
Woodstock Organic Kumbaya Mix 10oz.	17100	11/23/2017	042563009366
Market Basket Cape Cod Cranberry Mix 10oz.	17132	12/30/2017	049705408322
Market Basket Cascade Trail Mix 11oz.	17156	12/30/2017	049705408377
Market Basket Fiber Frenzy 10oz.	17150	12/30/2017	049705409107
Wholesome Pantry Cape Cod Cranberry Mix 8oz.	17142	12/30/2017	041190054855
Wholesome Pantry Organic Trail Mix 8oz.	17142	12/14/2017	041190054992
Wholesome Pantry Organic Trail Mix 8oz.	17160	12/15/2017	041190054992

The lot numbers are printed on the back of each retail bag. The date containing products were shipped to retailers and distributors in limited quantities throughout the United States. 

This recall was issued as a precaution because our firm received a recall notice from Hudson Valley Farms/ Bedemco recalling their natural and organic dates for potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.

Consumers who have any remaining product with these lot numbers should not consume it, but rather should discard it. Consumers should retain their store receipts, packaging reflecting lot numbers or any other proof of purchase they may have or return to the store for a refund. Retailers and consumers with questions may call Millie Carra at United Natural Trading, LLC customer service at 732-650-9905, which is open 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (EST) Monday - Friday.

June 16, 2017 from the FDA:

Hampton Farms is expanding its voluntary recall to include Ava’s Brand Organic Roasted Unsalted Cashews and Ava’s Brand Organic Roasted Unsalted Almonds distributed only in New Jersey. This is the result of a recall expansion from Hampton Farms’ supplier, Hudson Valley Foods, Inc. of Highland, NY advising Hampton Farms that ingredients sold to the company have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
All affected distributors and retail customers have been notified and the affected products are being removed from store shelves. Combined, fewer than 650 units of Ava’s Brand Organic Roasted Unsalted Cashews and Ava’s Brand Organic Roasted Unsalted Almonds products were offered for retail sale in New Jersey.
This announcement applies only to the Ava’s Brand Organic Roasted Unsalted Cashews and Organic Roasted Unsalted Almonds product listed below and does not include any other items or the same item outside of this lot code:

• Ava’s 8 oz. Organic Roasted Unsalted Cashews
  UPC 8-10111-01036-8
  Lot# 11817 Exp 4/28/18
  Lot# 12617 Exp 5/1/18
  Lot#15917 Exp 6/5/18
• Ava’s 8 oz. Organic Roasted Unsalted Almonds
  UPC 8-10111-01032-0
  Lot#10217 Exp 4/10/18

No other Ava’s branded products or any other products produced by Hampton Farms are included within this recall.
Consumers should not consume these products. Affected product may be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Hampton Farms Monday through Friday from 8am to 4pm (EST) at 413-732-4193, press 0.

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Recall on Fewer Than 225 Ava's Brand Organic Cashews Roasted & Salted 8 oz. Tubs in NJ, NY, PA and CT

May 22, 2017 from the FDA:

Hampton Farms is voluntarily recalling Ava's brand Organic Cashews Roasted & Salted 8 oz. tubs distributed in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Connecticut. We have been notified by our cashew supplier that the cashews used have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
All affected distributors and retail stores have been notified and the affected products are being removed from store shelves. Fewer than 225 units of this product were offered for retail sale.
This announcement applies only to the Ava's brand Organic Cashews Roasted & Salted product listed below and does not include any other items or the same item outside of this lot code:
Ava's Brand 8 oz. Organic Roasted Salted Cashews UPC 8-10111-01035-1 Best By 4/28/18, Lot 11817-L2
No other Ava's branded products or any other products produced by Hampton Farms are included within this recall.
Consumers should not consume these products. Affected product may be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Hampton Farms at 413-732-4193, press 0.

House of Thaller Recalls Selected Pine Nut Hummus Products Because of Possible Health Risk

June 19, 2017: The FDA: :

House of Thaller, a Knoxville Tennessee company, is voluntarily recalling selected 10 ounce packages of Hummus with Pine Nut Topping, because an ingredient supplier notified us that their ingredient has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
These products were distributed nationwide through various grocery retailers from April 18, 2017 to June 13, 2017, and in Canada on April 20, 2017.
To check your product for this recall, refer to the lot code printed on the top of the cup. The lot code will begin with a “USE BY” date followed by the letter “W” and a 7 digit code. This is the information to reference when checking your product against the recall list.

Brand	Product Name	Container UPC	Expiration & Lot Code
Fresh Foods Market	Artisan Hummus - Pine Nuts	72036027054	USE BY 23 JUN 2017A W1704176 USE BY 07 JUL 2017A W1704383 USE BY 15 JUL 2017A W1705037 USE BY 20 JUL 2017A W1705122 USE BY 02 AUG 2017A W1705296 USE BY 17 AUG 2017A W1706102
Lantana	White Bean Hummus with Pine Nut & Herb Topping	896863001434	USE BY 19 JUN 2017A W1704129 USE BY 20 JUN 2017A W1704138 USE BY 22 JUN 2017A W1704161 USE BY 22 JUN 2017A W1704164 USE BY 22 JUN 2017A W1704165 USE BY 29 JUN 2017A W1704253 USE BY 29 JUN 2017A W1704254 USE BY 29 JUN 2017A W1704257 USE BY 30 JUN 2017A W1704274 USE BY 30 JUN 2017A W1704275 USE BY 04 JUL 2017A W1704346 USE BY 06 JUL 2017A W1704365 USE BY 06 JUL 2017A W1704366 USE BY 12 JUL 2017A W1704403 USE BY 12 JUL 2017A W1705004 USE BY 15 JUL 2017A W1705041 USE BY 15 JUL 2017A W1705044 USE BY 15 JUL 2017A W1705045 USE BY 18 JUL 2017A W1705088 USE BY 24 JUL 2017A W1705175 USE BY 24 JUL 2017A W1705176 USE BY 24 JUL 2017A W1705177 USE BY 26 JUL 2017A W1705199 USE BY 26 JUL 2017A W1705200 USE BY 27 JUL 2017A W1705201 USE BY 27 JUL 2017A W1705203 USE BY 27 JUL 2017A W1705207 USE BY 02 AUG 2017A W1705306 USE BY 02 AUG 2017A W1705307 USE BY 03 AUG 2017A W1705315 USE BY 03 AUG 2017A W1705316 USE BY 05 AUG 2017A W1705335 USE BY 05 AUG 2017A W1705336 USE BY 09 AUG 2017A W1705390 USE BY 10 AUG 2017A W1705401 USE BY 10 AUG 2017A W1705402 USE BY 15 AUG 2017A W1706065
Marketside	Classic Hummus with Pine Nuts	681131138475	USE BY 28 JUN 2017A W1704145 USE BY 19 JUN 2017A W1704066 USE BY 19 JUN 2017A W1704065

Kabir’s Bakery issues allergy alert on undeclared milk in “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Twist” and “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Raisin Danish” in four ounce plastic packages, all container codes

June 19, 2017: The FDA: :

Kabir’s Bakery issues allergy alert on undeclared milk in “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Twist” and “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Raisin Danish” in four ounce plastic packages, all container codes. Kabir’s Bakery of Brooklyn, NY is recalling “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Twist“ and “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Raisin Danish” in four ounce plastic packages, all container codes, due to the presence of undeclared milk. Consumers who are allergic to milk run the risk of serious life threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product. The recalled “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Twist” and “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Raisin Danish” were distributed in retail stores throughout New York City. The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Market food inspectors and subsequent analysis by food laboratory personnel. Lab tests revealed the presence of milk in the “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Twist.” Per President Kabir the “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Raisin Danish” also contains milk. Milk is not declared on both product’s labels. Consumers who have purchased “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Twist” and “Kabir’s Bakery Cinnamon Raisin Danish” in four ounce plastic packages are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Kabir’s Bakery owner Humayun Kabir at 718-852-1768.

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June 16, 2017 - from the cRc:

The cRc (Chicago Rabbinical Council) has been finding a high occurrence of insects in strawberries so that the previous method of rinsing and rubbing under a strong stream of water is not being efficient in removing the bugs (especially those that are hiding under the seeds). Therefore, until further notice, we recommend the following method to clean the strawberries from insects:

1. cut off tops (try to avoid making a hole);
2. soak and agitate strawberries in soapy water (do not substitute with vegetable wash) using a concentrated solution of approximately one tablespoon of dishwashing liquid mixed together with no more than 8 cups of water for 2 minutes. (We have found Seventh Generation Non-Fragrance Natural Dish Liquid Soap to be the ideal soap for those who are concerned about a “soapy aftertaste”);
3. rub each strawberry thoroughly under a stream of cold water with hand (or preferably with a bristled brush like a toothbrush);
4. soak and agitate strawberries a second time for 2 minutes in new soapy water with the same ratio as above;
5. rinse strawberries.

Once all five steps are done you may enjoy the strawberries without further inspection. Please note that this does not apply to organic strawberries that are very difficult to get cleaned and therefore should be avoided at this time. Of course, if one wants to avoid the above steps, one can eat the strawberries (even organic) by simply cutting off the tops and peeling off the entire outside of the strawberries, followed by a rinse.

All frozen strawberries without added flavors or colors are acceptable. All frozen strawberries packed only with sugar are acceptable. Canned strawberries require a reliable hashgacha.