Food allergy alert! The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) issued an urgent update on December 19, 2025, regarding specific batches of Le Paysan 4 Pate Gift Packs. This is a critical alert because the products contain undeclared allergens, posing a serious health risk to consumers.
What's the issue? The recall, an update to the original alert (2025.A47), focuses on Le Paysan 4 Pate Gift Packs. These gift packs include Le Paysan Smoked Mackerel Pate and Le Paysan Smoked Salmon Pate. The problem? Certain batches contain sulphur dioxide, a common preservative, and milk, both of which are not properly declared on the ingredients list. This is a big deal because people with allergies or intolerances to these ingredients could experience serious reactions if they consume the affected products.
Here's what you need to know:
- Affected Products: Le Paysan 4 Pate Gift Pack
- Allergens of Concern: Sulphur dioxide/sulphites and milk
- Country of Origin: Ireland
Which batches are affected? Check your gift packs carefully! The FSAI has provided a detailed list of batch codes and use-by dates to help you identify potentially dangerous products:
| Product Name | Batch Code | Use-by Date |
| :------------------------- | :--------- | :----------- |
| Le Paysan 4 Pate Gift Pack | 25273-04 | 21/01/2026 |
| Le Paysan 4 Pate Gift Pack | 25266-04 | 29/01/2026 |
| Le Paysan 4 Pate Gift Pack | 25245-04 | 01/02/2026 |
| Le Paysan 4 Pate Gift Pack | 25245-05 | 01/02/2026 |
| Le Paysan 4 Pate Gift Pack | 25281-01 | 08/02/2026 |
| Le Paysan 4 Pate Gift Pack | 25283-01 | 09/02/2026 |
| Le Paysan 4 Pate Gift Pack | 25259-06 | 15/02/2026 |
| Le Paysan 4 Pate Gift Pack | 25295-03 | 20/02/2026 |
| Le Paysan 4 Pate Gift Pack | 25295-04 | 20/02/2026 |
| Le Paysan 4 Pate Gift Pack | 25300-03 | 27/02/2026 |
| Le Paysan 4 Pate Gift Pack | 25315-05 | 17/03/2026 |
| Le Paysan 4 Pate Gift Pack | 25322-01 | 11/03/2026 |
| Le Paysan 4 Pate Gift Pack | 25332-01 | 17/03/2026 |
| Le Paysan 4 Pate Gift Pack | 25332-02 | 17/03/2026 |
| Le Paysan 4 Pate Gift Pack | 25337-02 | 27/03/2026 |
| Le Paysan 4 Pate Gift Pack | 25340-02 | 04/04/2026 |
| Le Paysan 4 Pate Gift Pack | 25344-03 | 08/04/2026 |
What should you do? If you have any of the listed gift packs, and you or someone you know has a sulphur dioxide or milk allergy or intolerance, do not eat the product. The FSAI advises returning the product to the point of purchase for a refund.
But here's where it gets controversial... While food recalls are common, this one highlights the importance of accurate labeling and the potential consequences of errors in food production. What do you think? Are food manufacturers doing enough to ensure the safety of their products, or should regulations be stricter? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
