Recall details
Class: 2
Reason for Recall: Microbiological - Staphylococcus aureus
Company / Firm: Portuguese Cheese Company Limited
Distribution: Ontario
Ottawa, October 16, 2015 - Portuguese Cheese Co. Ltd. is recalling St. Jorge and Queijo São Jorge raw milk cheese from the marketplace because they may contain the toxin produced by Staphylococcus bacteria. Consumers should not consume the recalled products described.
The following products, imported from Portugal, have been sold in Ontario.
The Queijo São Jorge raw milk cheese may have been sold in smaller packages, cut and wrapped by some retailers. Consumers who are unsure if they have purchased affected products should check with their retailer.
Link to full CFIA details here