Recalled product sold primarily at World Market locations



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*For Immediate Release*




*Media Contact: *Larry Schumacher,

MDA Communications

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July 16, 2025

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MDA Urges Minnesotans Not to Consume Emek Pistachio Cacao Cream with Kadayif Due to "Salmonella" Contamination

Recalled product sold primarily at World Market locations

*St. Paul, MN*: The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is urging consumers to not consume Emek brand Pistachio Cacao Cream with Kadayif.

The product comes in a 9.7 oz. glass jar labeled with Batch Number 250401 and a Best Before date of April 01, 2027. Samples of the product were collected in Minnesota as part of an investigation into Emek brand pistachio spread products. "Salmonella" was found in the product through laboratory testing.

The product was sold primarily at World Market locations nationally. World Market has issued a recall [ [link removed] ]. Consumers who have purchased this product are urged not to consume it and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund, or they may discard the product.

Symptoms of "Salmonella" infection include diarrhea, abdominal pain, and fever. Symptoms usually begin within 12 to 96 hours after exposure, but they can begin up to two weeks after exposure. Infections usually resolve in five to seven days, but about 28% of laboratory-confirmed cases require hospitalization.

If you have consumed this product and are concerned about symptoms of illness, please consult your health care provider for more information.

Image of a jar of Emek brand Pistachio Cacao Cream with Kadayif

Emek brand jar of Pistachoi Cacao Cream with Kadayif

Image of the top of the lid to a jar of Emek Pistachio Cacao Cream with Kadayif with a Best Before date of April 1, 2027 and a Batch Number of 250401

Emek brand Pistachio Cacao Cream with Kadayif lid with Best Before date of April 1, 2027 and Batch Number 250401

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