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Dubai Eye
4 days ago
- Health
- Dubai Eye
'Dubai chocolate' product linked to US salmonella outbreak not sold in UAE
The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has clarified that a "Dubai chocolate" product linked to salmonella outbreak in the US is not sold in the UAE market. In a statement released on social media platform X, the ministry confirmed that 'Dubai Chocolate' products available in UAE markets are free from Salmonella. The clarification comes after the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning over concerns of potential salmonella contamination from Emek 'Pistachio Cacao Cream with Kadayif Spread'. The UAE authority explained that the product - inspired by the "Dubai chocolate" flavours - is manufactured outside the UAE and is sold "exclusively... in the US markets". MOCCAE, in collaboration with local regulatory authorities, reaffirms that the Emek 'Pistachio Cacao Cream with Kadayif Spread'—linked to Salmonella contamination—is not present in UAE markets. The product is manufactured outside the UAE. This clarification follows a statement… — وزارة التغير المناخي والبيئة (@MoCCaEUAE) July 25, 2025 The ministry added that FIX Dessert Chocolatier, the Dubai-brand known for its premium Middle Eastern-inspired chocolates, adheres to the highest safety and quality standards. It also confirmed that all locally manufactured food items, including those inspired by or marketed as "Dubai Chocolate", undergo strict safety and quality checks.
TAG 91.1
4 days ago
- Health
- TAG 91.1
'Dubai chocolate' product linked to US salmonella outbreak not sold in UAE
The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has clarified that a "Dubai chocolate" product linked to salmonella outbreak in the US is not sold in the UAE market. In a statement released on social media platform X, the ministry confirmed that 'Dubai Chocolate' products available in UAE markets are free from Salmonella. The clarification comes after the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning over concerns of potential salmonella contamination from Emek 'Pistachio Cacao Cream with Kadayif Spread'. The UAE authority explained that the product - inspired by the "Dubai chocolate" flavours - is manufactured outside the UAE and is sold "exclusively... in the US markets". MOCCAE, in collaboration with local regulatory authorities, reaffirms that the Emek 'Pistachio Cacao Cream with Kadayif Spread'—linked to Salmonella contamination—is not present in UAE markets. The product is manufactured outside the UAE. This clarification follows a statement… — وزارة التغير المناخي والبيئة (@MoCCaEUAE) July 25, 2025 The ministry added that FIX Dessert Chocolatier, the Dubai-brand known for its premium Middle Eastern-inspired chocolates, adheres to the highest safety and quality standards. It also confirmed that all locally manufactured food items, including those inspired by or marketed as "Dubai Chocolate", undergo strict safety and quality checks.
Gulf Insider
4 days ago
- Health
- Gulf Insider
UAE Markets Free Of Salmonella-Contaminated Pistachio Spread
The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE), in coordination with local regulatory authorities, has confirmed that the product 'Spread Pistachio Cacao Cream With Kadayef' under the Emek brand, which is manufactured outside the UAE, is not available in local markets. The product has been marketed as a chocolate inspired by the flavors of Dubai Chocolate. The ministry clarified that the widely known and available Dubai Chocolate products sold in the UAE are free from any Salmonella contamination. This clarification follows a statement issued by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which confirmed that the affected product is limited to US markets. The ministry emphasized that the warning refers to a product being marketed under the Dubai Chocolate label, stressing that this product — manufactured abroad — is merely inspired by the distinctive flavours associated with the original Dubai Chocolate, a name commonly referring to the products of FIX Dessert Chocolatier, a Dubai-based brand known for its luxurious chocolates infused with flavors inspired by Middle Eastern cuisine. These products are subject to the highest safety and quality standards. The ministry reiterated its ongoing commitment to monitoring food safety and protecting public health, in coordination with all relevant authorities. An American retail company had recently recalled a batch of Dubai Chocolate due to concerns over possible Salmonella contamination. The FDA published the recall notice and upgraded its risk level to Class I — the most serious classification. According to the FDA notice, the company World Market recalled the 'Emek Spread Pistachio CaCao Cream With Kadayef' product due to possible Salmonella contamination. The affected items were distributed between June 11 and July 9, 2025. The recall was initiated after product samples tested positive for Salmonella during routine FDA inspections. The recall was first issued on July 14 and was escalated to a Class I recall three days later, as reported by Newsweek magazine. Salmonella is a pathogen that can cause serious, and sometimes fatal, infections — particularly in young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. According to the American company's statement, healthy individuals infected with Salmonella may experience symptoms such as fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. The statement added: 'In rare cases, the infection may spread to the bloodstream and lead to more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (e.g., infected aneurysms), endocarditis, or arthritis.' Although the recall was prompted by positive test results for Salmonella, no illnesses have been reported to date. Dubai Chocolate, a pistachio and kadayef-filled chocolate bar, gained viral popularity on TikTok in 2024. The original chocolate bar was created by FIX Dessert Chocolatier in Dubai but has since been replicated and modified by various brands, including Emek Gıda, whose product was affected by the current recall. FIX Dessert Chocolatier, a dessert brand founded in Dubai by Sara Hammouda, originated the pistachio-kadayef chocolate bar concept. Renowned Filipino pastry chef Noel Katis was brought on board by FIX to help develop the bar, which has since seen widespread popularity. Last month, the UK's Food Standards Agency reported that certain Dubai-style chocolates sold in UK retail markets may not comply with national standards and could contain banned additives or colorants.
Khaleej Times
4 days ago
- Health
- Khaleej Times
Dubai chocolate products in UAE free from salmonella contamination: Ministry
UAE authorities have affirmed that the hugely popular Dubai chocolate products available in the country are free from salmonella contamination. The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has issued a clarification after the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning regarding a chocolate spread over concerns of potential salmonella contamination. The ministry said that the product, Spread Pistachio CaCao Cream With Kadayef by the brand Emek, "which is produced outside the country and is not available in local markets, is being promoted as a chocolate inspired by the flavours of Dubai chocolate." "The well-known Dubai chocolate, available in its various forms in the country's markets, is free from salmonella contamination. This clarification comes in light of a statement issued by the US Food and Drug Administration, which clarified that the product is limited to the American markets," the statement read. "The Ministry notes that the warning indicates that the product is being marketed as one of the 'Dubai chocolate' products, emphasizing that this product, manufactured outside the country, is inspired by the same well-known flavors of 'Dubai chocolate', which is the commonly recognized name for products from FIX Dessert Chocolatier (a brand that originated in Dubai and is renowned for offering premium chocolate with distinctive flavours inspired by Middle Eastern cuisine) and adheres to the highest safety and quality standards," it added. "The Ministry reaffirms its ongoing commitment to monitoring food safety and ensuring the protection of consumer health through continuous coordination with all relevant entities," it concluded. Last week, US-based specialty retailer World Market recalled a batch of the product Emek Spread Pistachio Cacao Cream with Kadayef over concerns of salmonella contamination. The FDA published the announcement, updating the risk level to Class I, their highest level. The products were distributed between June 11 to July 9, 2025.
Khaleej Times
19-07-2025
- Health
- Khaleej Times
Dubai chocolate spread recalled in US; FDA issues highest risk warning
A US-based specialty retailer has recalled a batch of Dubai chocolate spread over concerns of salmonella contamination. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published the announcement, updating the risk level Class I, their highest level. World Market has recalled the product named Emek Spread Pistachio Cacao Cream with Kadayif due to a potential contamination of salmonella, the announcement on the FDA's site read. The products were distributed between June 11 to July 9, 2025. The recall of the Emek products was first initiated on July 14. Three days later, the FDA updated it to a Class I classification, Newsweek reported. "Salmonella is an organism which 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," the statement said. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. "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," it added. The firm initiated the recall after samples of the product were tested by the FDA and the products tested positive for Salmonella. However, no illnesses have been reported to date. The 'Dubai chocolate', a chocolate bar containing a pistachio and kunafa filling, became popular after going viral on TikTok in 2024. The original chocolate bar was created by Fix Dessert Chocolatier in Dubai, but variations have been made by several brands, including Emek Gıda, whose product is the one affected by the current recall. FIX Dessert Chocolatier, a Dubai-based dessert brand founded by Sarah Hamouda, came up with the idea of the pistachio kunafa bar. Chef Nouel Catis, a Filipino dessert specialist, was hired by FIX to help develop the now-viral pistachio kunafa chocolate. Last month, British regulator Food Standards Agency (FSA) said that some Dubai style chocolate being sold in the UK retail market may not meet the country's criteria and may contain banned additives or colouring agents.
