FDA announces three food recalls 4-5-08

Harry and David Issues Nationwide Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Harry and David Chocolate Covered Select Blend Espresso Beans

Contact:
Mr. Bill Ihle
541 864-2145 (Media Calls Only)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- April 4, 2008 -- Harry and David, of Medford, Oregon, is voluntarily recalling approximately 66,500 8 oz. bags of Harry and David Chocolate Covered Select Blend Espresso Beans because they may contain milk not declared on the ingredient statement. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

The product was made by Sanders Candy Factory, Inc., Baldwin Park, CA. It was distributed throughout the United States under the Harry and David brand only in Harry and David stores.

Harry and David is recalling 8 oz. bags of Chocolate Covered Select Blend Espresso Beans with "Best if used by" dates after 8/28/05, sold prior to April 5th, 2008. The "Best if used by" date is located in the lower right hand corner of the nutrition label on the back of the bag. Bags subject to this recall do NOT have a "Contains milk, soy" statement on the nutrition label. These products are packaged in 8 oz. clear plastic bags, tied at the top with a tan ribbon.

There have been no illnesses or injuries reported to date. Anyone concerned about an illness/injury should contact a physician immediately.

This problem, which was discovered on April 3, 2008, occurred because the ingredient statement of the bulk product delivered to Harry and David by the manufacturer did not list milk as an ingredient.

Consumers with product may return it to any Harry and David retail store for a full refund. Consumers with questions about the recalled product may phone the Harry and David Customer Service division at 800-233-1101, 24 hours a day.

Taylor Fresh Foods Issues Voluntary Recall on Cut Fruit Product with Honduran Cantaloupes Due to Potential Health Risk

Contact:
Taylor Fresh Foods
(831)754-0471

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Salinas, California – April 3, 2008 --- Taylor Fresh Foods, of Salinas, California is voluntarily recalling selected fresh cut fruit products which may contain cantaloupe from the Honduran grower Agropecuaria Montelibano identified by FDA to have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, Taylor Fresh Foods had previously begun to recover this product on March 22, based on a notice published by the U.S. FDA.

The products being recalled include cut cantaloupe and mix cut fruit in bowls and trays of all sizes distributed by Taylor Fresh Foods. Retail and convenience store products involved were removed from sale prior to Monday, March 24. Foodservice distributors, who sell their own brand, have been notified.

Labels include the following: Taylor Farms Gourmet Fruit Tray featuring Creamy Yogurt Dip, Taylor Fresh Melon Mix, Taylor Fresh Fruit Mix, Fresh Fruit Tray with Creamy Strawberry Dip, with Best if Used By Dates before March 30, 2008. Any dates after this are not affected.

Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

We are unaware to date of any illnesses that may be associated with any products containing cantaloupe, sold by Taylor Fresh Foods, or its distributors.

Consumers and customers who have this product should not consume this product and dispose of this product. Consumers with questions may contact Taylor Fresh Foods at (831) 754-0471.

Grand Supercenter, Inc. Recalls Frozen Salted Croaker Because of Possible Health Risk

Contact:
Vinny Kim
201-507-9900

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- April 1, 2008 -- Grand Supercenter, Inc. of Lyndhurst, NJ is recalling the following product because they have the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium, which can cause life-threatening illness or death.

HC Fresh, Frozen Salted Croaker,
Net. Wt.: 16.9 oz (480 gram),
Item # HC 0500402,
Expiration Date: Aug 02. 2009

Consumers are warned not to use these products even if they do not look or smell spoiled.

Botulism, a potentially fatal form of food poisoning, can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double-vision, and trouble with speaking or swallowing. Difficulty in breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distension and constipation may also be common symptoms. People experiencing these problems should seek immediate medical attention.

HC Fresh Frozen Salted Croaker was distributed through H Mart stores including H Mart and Super H Mart in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Illinois and Texas area.

The potential for contamination was noted after routine inspection. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

Consumers who have purchased these HC Fresh Frozen Salted Croaker products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Grand Supercenter, Inc. at 201-507-9900.