2024-2025 Multi-province Outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis Infections Associated with Mini-Pastries, Canada

In 2024, public health officials in Canada investigated a multi-province outbreak of salmonellosis associated with Sweet Cream brand Mini Patisserie pastries. As of January 29, 2025, sixty-nine outbreak associated cases had been detected. There were 22 hospitalizations. No one died. Cases lived in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Quebec, and New Brunswick. People became sick between late September 2024 and early January 2025.

On January 18, 2025, Sweet Cream issued a recall of mini pastries. Products were distributed to locations such as bakeries, hotels, restaurants, cafeterias, hospitals, and retirement residences. The recalled products were also served at catered events.

Overview

Outbreak began:September 2024
Affected country:Canada
States/territories:NA
Pathogen:Salmonella Enteritidis
Vehicle(s):Pastries
Location(s):Catered Event
Brand name(s):Sweet Cream Mini Patisserie, D. Effe T. Lemon Delight and Tartlet
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:69
Number hospitalized:22

Sources & documents

Recall notices
Report / reference links
Outbreak documents