The Old Cheese Room recalls Baronet, Baby Baronet and Mini Baronet Soft Cheese because of the presence of Listeria monocytogenes
- Affected
- Baronet Soft Cheese; Baby Baronet Soft Cheese; Mini Baronet Soft Cheese
- The problem
- The presence of Listeria monocytogenes in some batches of the products listed above.
- What to do
- If you have bought any of the above products do not eat them. Instead, contact The Old Cheese Room for a full refund. For further information contact The Old Cheese Room at theoldcheeseroom@talktalk.net
Products affected
Baronet Soft Cheese
- Pack size: 1kg
- Best before 21 March 2023, 11 April 2023, 18 April 2023
Baby Baronet Soft Cheese
- Pack size: 200g
- Best before 16 April 2023
Mini Baronet Soft Cheese
- Pack size: 270g
- Best before 18 April 2023
Risk
The presence of Listeria monocytogenes in some batches of the products listed above.
Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea. However, in rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications, such as meningitis.
Some people are more vulnerable to listeria infections, including those over 65 years of age, pregnant women and their unborn babies, babies less than one month old and people with weakened immune systems.
Action taken by the company
The Old Cheese Room is recalling the above products. Point of sale notices will be displayed where the products were sold. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the products. Please see the attached notice.
What you should do
If you have bought any of the above products do not eat them. Instead, contact The Old Cheese Room for a full refund. For further information contact The Old Cheese Room at theoldcheeseroom@talktalk.net
More information
The Old Cheese Room is recalling Baronet, Baby Baronet and Mini Baronet Soft Cheese because Listeria monocytogenes has been found in some batches of these products.
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 14 March 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.