Huge pizza chain issues urgent warning to customers over popular dip feared to be contaminated
A MAJOR pizza chain has issued an urgent warning to customers after fears over contaminated popular dips.
The global restaurant company, with more than 450 branches across the UK, was forced to stop serving the much-loved condiments.
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Papa Johns issued the warning over two products amid health fears and allergy risks.
Their Garlic and Herb Dip, and their Vegan Ranch Dressing were pulled as they may contain traces of peanuts.
A Papa Johns spokesman said: “At Papa Johns, customer safety is our top priority.
“Certain batches of our Garlic and Herb Dip and our Vegan Ranch Dressing may contain traces of peanuts. Our 25g dips are included with pizzas, and we recently introduced a 100g version. If you have a peanut allergy, please do not consume these dips and dispose of them.
“Our Vegan Ranch Dressing, used on products, may also contain traces of peanuts. If you have a peanut allergy, please avoid these items.
“We are working quickly to resolve this issue. In the meantime, we will replace the Garlic and Herb Dip with our Special Garlic Dip, which is unaffected.
“For any questions or concerns, please contact us at [email protected].
“We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.”
Fellow industry titan, Domino’s, was forced to make the same announcement last month.
Two Domino’s dip flavours are among the recalled items: the Domino’s Garlic & Herb Dip and the Honey & Mustard one.
Domino’s previously urged those with a peanut allergy to dispose of the dips mentioned on the recall alert and avoid consuming them.
The fast-food chain apologised for any concern this may cause and recommended that customers with queries visit their contact form here.
A Domino’s spokesman said: “At Domino’s Pizza, the quality of our products and the safety of our customers is the highest priority, particularly when it comes to allergens.
“We have become aware that some of our Garlic & Herb and Honey & Mustard dip may contain traces of peanut.
“This issue may impact both our 100g ‘Big Dip’ pots and the smaller, 25g, pots we provide with our pizzas.
“If you DO HAVE A PEANUT ALLERGY, please dispose of the dips and do not consume them.
“If you DO NOT have a peanut allergy, no further action is required.”
The signs of an allergic reaction and anaphylaxis + what to do
SYMPTOMS of an allergy usually occur within minutes of contact with with the offending food or trigger, but they can also come on up to one hour later.
Most allergic reactions are mild but they can also be moderate or severe.
Anaphylaxis is the most severe form of allergic reaction which can be life threatening.
In some cases, anaphylaxis symptoms lead to collapse and unconsciousness and, on rare occasions, can be fatal so it’s important to know how to recognise them and act quickly.
Mild to moderate symptoms include:
Itchy mouth, tongue and throat
Swelling of lips, around the eyes or face
Red raised itchy rash (often called nettle rash, hives or urticaria)
Vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhoea
Runny nose and sneezing
Severe symptoms of anaphylaxis include:
Swelling of your throat and tongue
Difficulty breathing or breathing very fast
Difficulty swallowing, tightness in your throat or a hoarse voice
Wheezing, coughing or noisy breathing
Feeling tired or confused
Feeling faint, dizzy or fainting
Skin that feels cold to the touch
Blue, grey or pale skin, lips or tongue – if you have brown or black skin, this may be easier to see on the palms of your hands or soles of your feet
Anaphylaxis and its symptoms should be treated as a medical emergency.
Follow these steps if you think you or someone you’re with is having an anaphylactic reaction:
Use an adrenaline auto-injector (such as an EpiPen) if you have one – instructions are included on the side of the injector.
Call 999 for an ambulance and say that you think you’re having an anaphylactic reaction.
Lie down – you can raise your legs, and if you’re struggling to breathe, raise your shoulders or sit up slowly (if you’re pregnant, lie on your left side).
If you have been stung by an insect, try to remove the sting if it’s still in the skin.
If your symptoms have not improved after 5 minutes, use a second adrenaline auto-injector.
Do not stand or walk at any time, even if you feel better.
Sources: Allergy UK, NHS
It comes as the Food Standards Agency has issued a number of alerts for food products containing mustard powder, imported from India, which may have been contaminated with peanuts.
The food watchdog recalled dozens of foods and condiments they had reason to believe might be with peanuts not listed on the label.
Sold under various brand names and across a range of stores, recalled dips, sandwiches and salads contain mustard, which may have traces of peanuts.
“This means these products are a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts,” the Food Standard Agency (FSA) said.
“If you have bought any of the above products and have an allergy to peanuts, do not eat them.”
The alert was first issued when the food watchdog urged Brits with peanut allergies to avoid all mustard-containing products while they determined the source of the contamination.
Since then, they have published a full list of 64 products they believe have been contaminated, which was updated yesterday to include the Thiccc Sauce Meat Candy & Thiccc Sauce BBQ Sriracha.
Sold in convenience stores and off-licences, a number of SPAR sandwiches, wraps and pasta salads have been pulled from shelves too.
Other items included on the recent recall alert that may contain traces of peanuts include Fazilas wraps and Clayton Park sandwiches.
Peanut allergies are particularly common, affecting about one in 50 children in the UK, increasing in recent decades, according to Allergy UK.
Rebecca Sudworth, Director of Policy at the FSA, said: “This remains a complex investigation, and we are continuing to work with Food Standards Scotland, relevant businesses, local authorities, and agencies to ensure the necessary measures are in place to protect consumers.
“While our investigations continue our advice remains the same: people with a peanut allergy should continue to avoid consuming all foods that contain or may contain mustard, mustard seeds, mustard powder or mustard flour.
“Our current focus is to ensure all affected products have been withdrawn and recalled.
“Once this has taken place, we are confident we’ll be in a position to remove some of our additional advice for consumers, so they can continue to enjoy food that is safe and trust the product label and information accurately reflects the allergenic content.
“Until this happens it’s very important that people with a peanut allergy continue to avoid any product containing mustard or mustard ingredients.”
Full list of recalled products
Thiccc Sauce Meat Candy
Thiccc Sauce BBQ Sriracha
En Route Macaroni Cheese
Carlos Takeaway Garlic & Herb Dip
Pro-Cook Macaroni Cheese
Spa Macaroni Cheese
Jack’s Macaroni Cheese
Dominos The Big Dip – Garlic & Herb
Dominos Garlic & Herb Dip
Dominos Honey & Mustard Dip
Jack’s Egg Mayonnaise Deli Filler
Green Cuisine Mustard Powder
Jack’s Potato Salad
Jack’s Cheese & Onion Deli Filler
Jack’s Coronation Chicken Deli Filler
SPAR Coleslaw
SPAR Chicken and Bacon Sandwich Filler
SPAR Tuna and Sweetcorn Sandwich Filler
SPAR Cheese and Onion Sandwich Filler
SPAR Onion and Garlic Dip
SPAR Sour Cream and Chive Dip
Trailhead Fine Foods Get Jerky – BBQ Beef Jerky
Jack’s Potato SPAR Tuna and Corn Pasta Salad
SPAR Chicken and Bacon Pasta Salad
SPAR Chicken, Tomato and Basil Pasta Salad
SPAR Chicken, Honey and Mustard Pasta Salad
SPAR BLT Sandwich
SPAR Cheese Savoury Sandwich
SPAR Chicken Club Sandwich
SPAR Chicken Caesar Wrap
SPAR Chicken Mayonnaise Sandwich
SPAR Chicken Salad Sandwich
Tim Horton’s BBQ Sauce dip
SPAR Chicken and Bacon Sandwich
SPAR Prawn Mayonnaise Sandwich
SPAR Simply Tuna and Corn Sandwich
SPAR Tuna Crunch Roll
SPAR Tuna Mayonnaise Sandwich
SPAR Tuna Wrap
SPAR Cajun Chicken Wrap
SPAR Chicken Tikka Wrap
SPAR Hot and Spicy Cheese Wrap
SPAR Sweet Chilli Chicken Wrap
Fireaway BBQ Sauce Dip Pot
Fazilas Chicken Tender Wrap
Fazilas Chilli Cheese Wrap
Fazilas Tandoori Chicken Wrap
Clayton Park BLT
Clayton Park Cheese Savoury Sandwich
Clayton Park Chicken Club Sandwich
Clayton Park Chicken Caesar Wrap
Clayton Park Chicken Mayonnaise Sandwich
Clayton Park Chicken Salad Sandwich
Clayton Park Chicken and Bacon Sandwich
Wisely Well Macaroni Cheese
Clayton Park Prawn Mayonnaise Sandwich
Clayton Park Simply Tuna Sandwich
Clayton Park Tuna Crunch Roll
Clayton Park Tuna Mayonnaise Sandwich
Clayton Park Tuna Wrap
Clayton Park Chicken Club Sandwich
Parsley Box Macaroni Cheese
Diet Chef Macaroni Cheese
Jane Plan Macaroni Cheese
Papa Johns Pizza Garlic and Herb Dip
Papa Johns Pizza Vegan Ranch Dressing
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