AB World Foods has recalled a popular condiment after announcing there could be a possibility it contains glass.
The supplier recalled Patak’s Aubergine Pickle, which is sold at Waitrose and Sainsbury’s.
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) cautioned: “The possible presence of glass makes this product unsafe to eat. The affected product has only been sold in Waitrose and Sainsbury’s.”
AB World Foods said: “The decision has been taken out of an abundance of caution and is linked to the very low risk of a possible presence of glass. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.”
People who have the condiment at home are encouraged to return the following batch to their nearest Sainsbury’s or Waitrose.
Patak’s Aubergine Pickle
- Pack size: 312g
- Batch code: 3172
- Best before: June 2026
For more information contact AB World Foods customer care team on 0800 0195 617 or [email protected].
Lidl also issued a customer safety warning as numerous cookies sold in store could contain pieces of metal.
The FSA said: “Lidl is extending their recall of various cookies because they may contain pieces of metal. The possible presence of metal makes these products unsafe to eat.”
Cookies affected:
Tower Gate Half-Coated Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Pack size: 200g
Best before: 06 December 2024
Tower Gate Half-Coated Fruit & Nut Cookies
Pack size: 200g
Best before: 06 December 2024
McEnnedy American Way Nougatelli
Pack size: 175g
Best before: 10 December 2024
Tower Gate Soft Baked Cookies Triple Chocolate
Pack size: 210g
Best before: 12 December 2024
Tower Gate Soft Baked Cookies Lemon
Pack size: 210g
Best before: 13 December 2024
Tower Gate Chocolate Chip Cookies
Pack size: 150g
Best before: 14 December 2024
Lidl advised customers “not to eat them” as they could contain metal and cause injury.
The supermarket asked customers to return the cookies to the store for a full refund, adding: “We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your coordination.”
