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An Expansion On a Previously Announced Raw Oysters Alert
A public health alert and product recall that was announced October 15 has been expanded. The alert and recall now includes shucked oysters and raw oysters (in shell) that have been distributed to several processors of shellfish in the area of British Columbia. Canada’s Food Inspection Agency is warning the public not to consume the…
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Fortinos
Fortinos is a Canadian chain of supermarkets operating primarily in Ontario. The supermarket chain is a subsidiary of the Loblaw Companies Ltd. and is headquartered in Brampton, Ontario. History The story of Fortinos started with its founder John Fortino. Fortino was an immigrant steelworker who, along with his siblings, wanted to work on realising his…
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A Health Alert For Certain Ready-to-Eat Seafood Products
In Ottawa, Canada, the CFIA has issued a health alert for certain ready-to-eat refrigerated fish products. The alert was issued in cooperation with the products’ manufacturer, Mannarich Food Incorporated. The affected products have been processed, are vacuum-packed and refrigerated. However, the CFIA has reason to believe that these seafood products are contaminated with the bacteria…
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Charlie’s Chocolate Factory
Charlie’s Chocolate Factory is a Canadian confectionery company engaged in the production of different kinds of chocolate products. The company has its main offices in British Columbia, Canada. History Charlie’s Chocolate Factory is a family-owned company that was founded in the 1970s. Its first store was located in the area of Burnaby, British Columbia. This…
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A New Kind of Donuts From Hostess
Texas-based food company Hostess Brands Inc. recently came up with a new variety of donuts created to appeal to every consumer kids and adults alike. The new donettes, as these little donuts are called, are now available in the “Frosted Devil’s Food Cake” variety. Although the powdery sugar might be kind of a mess for…
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New All-Natural Jerky Snacks From Oberto
Kent, Washington-based food company Oberto Brands is currently introducing the public to a new kind of all-natural snack. The new product, known as the “Oh Boy! Oberto All-Natural Jerky Snacks,” comes in several varieties for consumers to choose from. With this new product, Oberto is considered the first company to offer an all-natural alternative to…
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A New Kind of Creamer from Coffee-Mate
California-based Nestlé USA has introduced a new kind of creamer to consumers in the country. The company is currently promoting the new “Coffee-Mate Natural Bliss.” Coffee-Mate’s Natural Bliss is Nestlé’s answer to the increasing consumer trend of focusing on food and beverages that are simple, fresh and all-natural. More and more consumers are now changing…
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Centennial Foodservice
Centennial Foodservice is a food processing company based in Calgary, Alberta. The company is considered one of the biggest independent distributors of protein foods in the whole of Western Canada. History Centennial Foodservice was founded in 1967 and has been operating in the foodservice industry for over 40 years. The company specializes in what is…
