Cheese Recall Affects Locatelli, Boar’s Head and Member’s Mark
The Ambriola Company issued a recall on December 4 for several cheese products after possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, including items sold under the Locatelli, Boar’s Head and Member’s Mark brands. Kauai residents who bought these products at retailers including Foodland and Sam’s Club should check packages, discard or return affected items, and follow sanitation guidance to reduce risk.
The Ambriola Company issued a recall on December 4 for multiple cheese products because of potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recalled cheeses were distributed nationwide and were sold through outlets including Sam’s Club and Foodland in Hawaiʻi. State health officials are coordinating with retailers to remove affected items from store shelves. No illnesses had been reported at the time of the notice.
Kauai residents who purchased cheese under the Locatelli, Boar’s Head or Member’s Mark labels should immediately check brand names and expiration dates on their packages. Consumers are advised to discard recalled products or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. If a recalled package has already been opened, officials recommend sealing it in a plastic bag before disposal, washing hands thoroughly, and sanitizing surfaces that may have come into contact with the product.
Listeriosis primarily threatens pregnant women, newborns, older adults and people with weakened immune systems. Anyone who believes they may have been exposed and who develops symptoms such as fever, muscle aches, or gastrointestinal distress should contact their health care provider promptly. Local clinics and hospitals are prepared to advise patients on testing and treatment options if needed.
The recall underscores the importance of vigilance around refrigerated dairy products during the holiday shopping period. Retailers in Kauai County are working with state inspectors to identify and remove affected inventory, and customers who are uncertain whether an item is part of the recall should bring the product to their local Foodland or Sam’s Club for confirmation and refund.
Maintaining good kitchen hygiene reduces the chance of cross contamination in the home. After disposing of a recalled product, wash cutting boards, utensils and countertops with hot soapy water and sanitize surfaces where the product was stored. Residents with questions about exposure or who need assistance identifying recalled items should contact their health care provider for guidance.
