Recall issued for pistachio chocolate bar sold across Canada due to 'possible salmonella'

Oasis Treasures brand Pistachio Dubai Chocolate is pictured (Handout/ CFIA).

Chocolate lovers are being advised to check their cupboards following a recall of a pistachio-flavoured chocolate bar that was sold in Ontario and across Canada due to a salmonella risk.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued a recall for Oasis Treasures brand Pistachio Dubai Chocolate. The recall affects 340-gram bars with the best-before date of July 25, 2025.

The chocolate was manufactured by Palm Bites Canada and is sold through Showcase stores.

“The affected product is being recalled from the marketplace due to possible Salmonella contamination,” the CFIA said in a statement on its website.

The agency said the recall was triggered by test results and there have been no reported illnesses associated with the chocolate so far.

Showcase has stores across Canada, including dozens in Ontario and around the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

In a joint statement, Showcase and Palm Bites Canadasaid the recall affects “a small batch” related to a single day’s production.

“While there have been no reports of any incidents, we have taken immediate action and followed the manufacturer's instructions to remove this lot code from store shelves,” Showcase said.

“All other sizes and flavours, as well as all other dates of production of the 340 gram bar, continue to be offered as normal, and have been thoroughly tested multiple times and have consistently shown no cause for concern.”

The CFIA says the chocolateshould be thrown out or returned to the location where it was purchased.

Showcase said anyone who has an effected bar with the lot code "BEST BEFORE 25JL25" can return it to the store for a full refund.

“At Showcase, the health and safety of our customers is a top priority, and we are working closely with authorities to monitor the situation closely,” the company said.

The CFIA said it is conducting an investigation and is also ensuring that all the products are removed from stores.