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    Product: Italian

    Updated: March 18, 2024 2:57 PM
    Suspected food poisoning. Symptoms: Diarrhea, Nausea, Stomach Pain, Cramps, Headache, other: Gas and sulfur belching
    Suspected source: I ate the Italian sub and tomato cucumber salad. I noticed a fruit fly in the salad
    Onset: 4 to 12 hours
    Duration: other: So far 27 hours
    Sick: Me | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Nausea, Stomach Pain, Cramps, Headache, Gas See Less
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    I ordered an Italian sausage pizza and a Caesar salad from this location around 9pm on 3/16/24. At around 3am I had severe stomach cramps, diarrhea and vomiting. I had a 6:17AM flight the next morning. Needless to say I missed my flight. As I was returning... See More my rental car I became sick and started to vomit at the rental return at the airport. My 2yr old granddaughter also became ill as well. I had to get an IV as I was dehydrated from all the vomiting and diarrhea. I put the remaining pizza in a ziplocked bag and froze it. It is now 4:00 on 3/17/24 and I am still feeling weak. | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Cramps, Dehydration See Less
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    Purchased a single serving (4 oz) pack of Columbus Italian dry salami and ate for lunch along with a drink and some chips. Late in the day I had severe intestinal cramps and sharp pains. Around sundown, I needed a restroom — and had severe diarrhea. Within... See More an hour I had gotten back home and spent more hours dealing with diarrhea and loose stools. There is a salmonella outbreak in Washington state so best to be safe and avoid these types of products for awhile. | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Cramps, Stomach Pain See Less
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    Report date: Mar 11, 2024
    2. City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
    - comments: observed no city of chicago certified foof manager on site with a valid original certificate while preparing and serving italian beef, ground chicken, pasta, and shrimp. Instructed to provide at least one... See More certified food manager on site at all times while open and operating. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-012. Citation issued.

    10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
    - comments: observed no hand cleanser available at rear prep handsink during time of inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain at all times for proper handwashing. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-030 (c). Citation issued.

    10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
    - comments: observed no hand drying provision available at rear prep handsink during time of inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain at all times for proper handwashing. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030 (c). See above violation for citation.

    22. Proper cold holding temperatures
    - comments: observed the following cold tcs foods at improper temperatures during the time of inspection. . . Approximately 120lbs of raw chicken parts (wings, thighs, drums,) ranging between 50f-59f, 5 lbs fish @ 56f, 5 lbs shrimp 54f, 10lbs cooked pasta @49. 8f, cooked italian beef @55f, 2 lbs polish sausages 56f, 1lb hotsdogs 58f, 15 lbs alfredo sauce @65f, 15 lbs ground chicken @58f. Instructed to hold all cold tcs at 41f and below as required. Priority violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued. Manager voluntarily discarded all said food items during this time.

    33. Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
    - comments: observed 2 cooling units on the premise at improper cold holding temperatures. Noted 2-door refrigeration unit with cold hold attached @56f and 2-door cooling unit @54. 8f during time of inspection. Both said units stored tcs foods (chicken, fish, beef, cooked pasta noodles, etc. ) at this time. Instructed to discontinue use of said equipment and repair units to 41f or below as required. Units tagged and held for inspection. During inspection, 2 door cooler was repaired, and it shows 36 f. Second unit remains tagged. Priority violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued.

    51. Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
    - comments: observed sprayer attached to handsink inside toilet room leaking, instructed to repair and maintain in good condition.

    55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
    - comments: observed outside receptacle/yard area not maintained. Instructed to remove all stacked items, grease buckets, trash, and old equipment, organize and maintain said area. Noted basement where dry storage and other facility equipment are stored with excessive clutter and items stored directly on floors. Instructed to clean, organize, and elevate all items at least 6 inches off the floor.

    57. All food employees have food handler training
    - comments: observed no food handler training certificates for all employees. Instructed to provide.

    58. Allergen training as required
    - comments: no allergen certificates on site for all certified food managers. Instructed to provide.

    60. Previous core violation corrected
    - comments: observed previous core violation not corrected from report #2582193 on september 22, 2023. . . They are as follows 37) observed bulk containers of spices not to be labeled with common name. Instructed the person in charge to label all bulk containers with common names for ease of identification. 47)observed the opening of the deep fryers with a build-up of grease and food debris. Instructed to clean and maintain as a means of preventing possible pest and insect harboring. 49)must clean grease and food debris build up on grill table, shelving units, rolling carts, wheel bases of equipment, fryer cabinets, pipes of cooking equipment. 49)observed the food debris build and grime on the interiors of all cold hold units in the facility. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain. 55) observed a build-up of grease, dirt, and debris on the floor of the food service area under and around all cooking and non-cooking equipment. Observed a build-up of dirt on the floor in the rear where the three-compartment sink is located, as well as in the toilet room. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas.

    Source: chicago.gov
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    Suspected food poisoning. Symptoms: Nausea, Vomiting, Fever, Stomach Pain, Cramps, Chills
    Suspected source: Italian ice
    Onset: Less than 4 hours
    Duration: other: Throwing up for 2 hours so far
    Sick: A loved one | Symptoms: Nausea, Vomiting, Fever, Stomach Pain, Cramps, Chills See Less
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    Report date: Mar 8, 2024
    22. Proper cold holding temperatures
    - comments: observed improper cold-holding temperatures of tcs foods inside the rear prep walk-in cooler and basement walk-in cooler. Observed beef at 50f, chicken at 52f, sour cream at 51f, italian sausage at 47f, salsa at 50f,... See More eggs at 51f, heavy cream at 52f, and milk at 49f. Management instructed to maintain all tcs foods cold below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

    33. Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
    - comments: observed the walk-in cooler at the rear food prep area and basement at improper temperatures. The walk-in cooler at the rear food prep area had an air temperature of 50f, and the basement walk-in cooler had an air temperature of 50f. Both coolers were used to store tcs foods, such as meat and cheeses. Management instructed to repair and maintain both coolers below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

    43. In-use utensils: properly stored
    - comments: observed plastic cups used as lids for salsas and stored inside the salsa container. Management instructed to use a utensil with a handle to scoop salsa from the containers.

    45. Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
    - comments: observed unwrapped plastic single-use utensils such as forks, knives, and spoons stored in a cardboard box in the rear food prep area. Management instructed to store utensils in a proper, clean container.

    Source: chicago.gov
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    Report date: Mar 6, 2024
    1. Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
    - comments: pic doesn't have a certified food managers certificate. Must provide and maintain. (priority foundation 7-38-012)

    2. City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
    - comments: observed no certified food manager... See More on duty while tcs ready to eat foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (italian beef,pre-cooked chicken,ground beef,sliced gyros)must be on site at all times. Food manager arrived on site after inspection was conducted at 11:23 a. M. (cos)(priority foundation 7-38-012)(citation issued)

    22. Proper cold holding temperatures
    - comments: observed improper temperature of 4 lbs. Pre-cooked chicken wings at 70. 9f in a buss pan inside of 2- door glass reach in cooler. Product was discarded by manager. Must have cold holding foods at 41. 0f or below. Appx. 4lbs. $15. (cos) (priority 7-38-005)(citation issued)

    37. Food properly labeled; original container
    - comments: must label food storage containers (squeeze bottles,shakers, bulk,food bins)when food is not in original package.

    39. Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
    - comments: observed plastic bins with food and buckets stored on floor in walk in cooler must store off of floor onto shelving units to prevent cross contamination.

    41. Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
    - comments: observed wiping cloth on topside of prep cooler must store in a sanitizing solution when not in use.

    45. Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
    - comments: must store plastic wear with handles in upright position.

    47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
    - comments: must eliminate crates used for food storage in walk in freezer and rear food storage area.

    49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
    - comments: must clean grease and food debris build up from interior and exterior of fryers,prep coolers, reach in coolers ,grill table, prep tables,rolling carts,chip display racks, service counter shelving units,meat slicer,window sills.

    55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
    - comments: must repair or replace damaged floor tiles,missing ceiling tiles,loose wall bases in rear storage area,rear prep/dish washing area-damaged floor tiles,walk in cooler- loose threshold. Must remove excessive caulking from along wall bases throughout to be smooth and easily cleanable. Must seal hole in wall at rear door.

    55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
    - comments: must clean grease and food debris build up and splatter from walls in prep/dish washing areas. Dust build up on upper wall in toilet room.

    55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
    - comments: must elevate,remove and organize articles off of floor and away from walls in rear storage area.

    56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
    - comments: must clean debris and grease build up from hood & filters at cooking equipment.

    57. All food employees have food handler training
    - comments: observed no food handlers training for cashier that fills up condiments squeeze bottles.

    Source: chicago.gov
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    Italian Beverage Company is recalling Simply Cookies and Cream Frappe Powder because the packaging shows a gluten-free symbol while the product contains wheat (gluten). This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with coeliac disease, and/or an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten.... See More The product is distributed in England and Northern Ireland specifically.

    Product details: Simply Cookies and Cream Frappe Powder, Pack size: 1.75kg, Batch 102025 with a best-before-end date of 31/10/2025, Batch 112025 with a best-before-end date of 30/11/2025.

    If you have bought the above product and have coeliac disease, and/or an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten, do not eat it. Instead, return it to the company you purchased from for a full refund, with or without a receipt.

    In case you experience harm from allergens or undeclared ingredients, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve issues and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.

    Company name: Italian Beverage Company
    Brand name: Simply
    Product recalled: Simply Cookies and Cream Frappe Powder
    FSA Recall date: 03/04/2024
    Recall details: the packaging shows a gluten-free symbol while the product contains wheat (gluten)

    Source: food.gov.uk
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    Saturday evening about 6pm I at a marinara bowl with chicken and Italian sausage. Not even 2 hrs later I had crippling stomach aches and gas that smelled like I had a skunk in my ass. Then it hit, I had explosive diarrhea to the point where... See More the inside of my toilet was completely covered. My stomach was cramping so hard that I thought it was going to push my intestines out of my asshole. This has continued through Monday now. I finally felt well enough to try to get a workout in but halfway through I had to leave because I thought I was going to shit my pants. 10/10 do not recommend. Oh and the little Beta bitches behind the counter were not friendly and had to ask 6 times what I wanted in the bowl. It was 5 ingredients and 3 of those are automatically in the bowl… | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Gas, Cramps, Stomach Pain See Less
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