Unbranded baklava sold at Toronto shop recalled over Salmonella risk

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency issued a food recall warning on Oct. 24 for unbranded baklava sold at Agora Greek Market, 921 Queen St. W. in Toronto, due to possible Salmonella contamination. The product was distributed in Ontario and sold between Sept. 19 and Oct. 3, 2025, in variable sizes with no UPC.

The recall is linked to an ongoing investigation into a foodborne illness outbreak. Food contaminated with Salmonella may not look or smell spoiled and can cause serious illness, particularly in older adults.

The affected item is listed as “Baklava,” with no brand, variable sizes, and no UPC. The recalling firm is Agora Greek Market.

CFIA classified the action as a Class 2 food recall warning, identification number RA-78387. The notice, published Oct. 24, 2025, lists Ontario as the distribution area and categorizes the product under “Food - Candy, confectionary, snacks and sweeteners.”

CFIA advises consumers to check whether they have the product and not consume, sell, serve, use, or distribute it. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the place of purchase. Anyone who thinks they became sick after consuming the product should contact a healthcare provider.

According to CFIA, Salmonella infection can cause short‑term symptoms such as fever, headache, vomiting, nausea, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea. Young children, pregnant women, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of severe illness. Long‑term complications may include severe arthritis.

The recall was triggered by CFIA findings during its outbreak investigation. The Public Health Agency of Canada is investigating a related outbreak of human illness. CFIA is continuing its food safety investigation, which may lead to additional recalls, and is verifying that industry is removing recalled products from the marketplace.