Restaurant and Food Service Blog

Several grocery stores and fast food restaurants said Monday that they are temporarily pulling sliced tomatoes from their restaurants and shelves in the wake of a mysterious salmonella outbreak that has spread to at least 16 states.

Just about a year ago we were having salmonella issues with spinach, now we are seeing with tomatoes. Oddly enough, it is with particular varieties – plum and roma.

Many of the chains across the country have pulled tomatoes from their menu – McDonald’s, Taco Bell, Burger King, and Brinker International – all have made adjustments. In addition, it is uncertain when they will bring them back.

This recent outbreak brings larger concerns as to the fragility of our food supply and will certainly put a larger focus on the tomato industry.

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