Product recallFSA
Vittoria Friarielli alla Napoletana recalled over a botulism risk
La Sovrana is recalling Vittoria Friarielli alla Napoletana because Clostridium botulinum has been found in some of the products from this batch. The product may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum. Vittoria Friarielli alla Napoletana is bottled broccoli in oil.
Point-of-sale notice published with the recall
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
2 identifiers listed for this notice.
name: Vittoria Friarielli alla Napoletana 1000g
- Batch codePrinted on the pack, often next to the date mark. It may start with L or LOT.
- 280325
- Best beforeOn the lid, base or back of the pack.
- 23 March 2028
What to do now
The risk with Vittoria Friarielli alla Napoletana is Clostridium botulinum, the organism that causes botulism. Illness is rare but serious, and the toxin cannot be seen, smelt or tasted.
- Do not open, taste or eat it. A swollen, leaking or hissing container is a further warning sign.
- Bag it securely, keep it away from children and pets, and wash your hands after handling it.
- Return it to the shop where you bought it, where you should get your money back, or bin it.
- Check the freezer and cupboards for other packs with the same details, including anything you have decanted or portioned.
Why it matters. Botulism is caused by a toxin that some bacteria can make in sealed, low-oxygen foods such as jars, cans, vacuum packs and oils. It does not make food look or smell spoiled.
Symptoms and when to get help
Look out for
- drooping eyelids
- blurred or double vision
- difficulty swallowing or slurred speech
- muscle weakness
Get help urgently
- any of these signs after eating the product, or difficulty breathing — call 999 straight away
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Getting your money back
Recalled food can be returned to the shop it came from for a full refund. Supermarkets and most independent shops do this without a receipt, because the recall applies to the product, not to your purchase.
If you bought it online or on a delivery, contact the retailer through your account or customer services and tell them the product is under an FSA recall.
From the official notice
Published by the Food Standards Agency (FSA-PRIN-41-2025). Quoted as issued.
Summary
La Sovrana is recalling Vittoria Friarielli alla Napoletana because Clostridium botulinum has been found in some of the products from this batch. The product may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum.
Vittoria Friarielli alla Napoletana is bottled broccoli in oil.
The risk
The presence of botulism in the above product. Botulinum toxin may cause a serious form of food poisoning called botulism and can be fatal.
Symptoms caused by this organism include, feeling sick, being sick (vomiting), stomach cramps, diarrhoea or constipation, drooping eyelids, blurred or double vision, facial muscle weakness, difficulty swallowing, slurred speech and breathing difficulties.
Public Health Authorities advise if you have consumed this product and have any concerns, you should seek urgent healthcare advice from healthcare professionals, using the most appropriate route depending on where you live, (i.e., visit your GP, call NHS 111).
Action taken
La Sovrana is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed where products are sold. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the products. Please see the attached notice.
Advice to consumers
If you have bought the above product, do not eat it. Instead, return it to where it was bought for a full refund. Any customers with queries or concerns can contact La Sovrana on 02074987958.
Open the FSA notice
Questions
Why has Vittoria Friarielli alla Napoletana been recalled?
The risk with Vittoria Friarielli alla Napoletana is Clostridium botulinum, the organism that causes botulism. Illness is rare but serious, and the toxin cannot be seen, smelt or tasted. Botulism is caused by a toxin that some bacteria can make in sealed, low-oxygen foods such as jars, cans, vacuum packs and oils. It does not make food look or smell spoiled.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the batch code and best before on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Do not open, taste or eat it. A swollen, leaking or hissing container is a further warning sign. Bag it securely, keep it away from children and pets, and wash your hands after handling it.
Can I get a refund?
Recalled food can be returned to the shop it came from for a full refund. Supermarkets and most independent shops do this without a receipt, because the recall applies to the product, not to your purchase. If you bought it online or on a delivery, contact the retailer through your account or customer services and tell them the product is under an FSA recall.