In early 2026, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) expanded its pistachio-related food recall to include chocolate and spread products from two companies due to potential Salmonella contamination.
The recalled products include various chocolate products from the Canadian brand Peace by Chocolate, in different packaging and sizes, including 15-piece, 24-piece, and 32-piece mixed chocolate boxes, as well as “Dubai-style” pistachio chocolate and Knafeh (Kunafa) chocolate bars. Additionally, NuttyHero’s 340g nut and seed spread, in flavours including maple cinnamon, coconut flakes, and chocolate, was also added to the recall list on January 2nd.
A complete list of recyclable products can be found on the government’s Recalls Canada website.
The products mentioned above are the latest in a nationwide food safety investigation conducted by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) targeting foods containing pistachios or pistachio ingredients. The agency noted that since the recall began several months ago, more than 100 people across the country have become ill.
The CFIA advises the public that if they possess any of the recalled products, they should immediately discard them or return them to the place of purchase and should not consume, sell, or use them for any purpose. The authorities also pointed out that food contaminated with Salmonella may not show any abnormalities in appearance or smell. However, for people with weakened immune systems, including young children and pregnant women, infections can have serious consequences and even be life-threatening.
Symptoms of Salmonella infection include chills, fever, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. If you experience any discomfort after consuming any of the recalled products, please contact a healthcare professional immediately.
To date, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency has recalled a total of 330 pistachio or pistachio-containing food products due to the risk of Salmonella, affecting dozens of companies, from Canadian chocolate brands to bakeries and food retailers across the country.