Update 1: Traditional Cheese Company recalls French Bries because of contamination with Listeria monocytogenes
- Affected
- Dunnes Stores Velvety & Mild French Brie; Traditional Cheese Company French Brie
- The problem
- The presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the products listed above. Symptoms caused by Listeria monocytogenes 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,…
- What to do
- If you have bought any of the above products, do not eat them. Instead, return them to where you bought them from for a full refund.
Products affected
Dunnes Stores Velvety & Mild French Brie
- Pack size: 170g
- Batch code 5099874213772 · Use by 10, 16 and 17 July 2026
Traditional Cheese Company French Brie
- Pack size: 160g
- Batch code 5099318001392 · Use by 10 July 2026
Risk
The presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the products listed above. Symptoms caused by Listeria monocytogenes 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
Traditional Cheese Company is recalling the above products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling the products. 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 notices. Point of Sale Recall Notice Date of Issue: 19/06/2026
What you should do
If you have bought any of the above products, do not eat them. Instead, return them to where you bought them from for a full refund.
More information
Traditional Cheese Company is recalling French Bries because they contain Listeria monocytogenes.
This PRIN has been updated to correct the use by date for the Traditional Cheese Company French Brie product to 10th July 2026 only.
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 24 June 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.