Metal Fragments Found in Organic Ice Cream Sold in Connecticut, FDA Warns Straus Family Creamery has issued a voluntary recall for certain flavors of organic ice cream distributed in Connecticut and 16 other states due to the potential presence of metal foreign material. The company announced the recall on Thursday, stating it is removing a limited number of production runs of select flavors and sizes from store shelves. The affected lots were shipped to 17 states, including Connecticut, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has been notified of the recall, and the company is working with retailers to remove the potentially impacted products. Straus Family Creamery emphasized that food safety and product quality remain its top priorities, noting the action was taken out of an abundance of caution. The company has implemented corrective measures to address the issue. No injuries related to the potential contamination have been reported. The recall does not apply to all Straus ice cream products. The following flavors and sizes are included in the recall: Vanilla Bean, pint – best-by dates of December 23, 2026, and December 28, 2026 Strawberry, quart – best-by date of December 24, 2026 Strawberry, pint – best-by date of December 25, 2026 Cookie Dough, pint – best-by date of December 26, 2026 Dutch Chocolate, quart – best-by date of December 27, 2026 Mint Chip, pint – best-by date of December 30, 2026 The best-by dates are printed on the bottom of the containers. Consumers are urged not to consume the recalled products and instead discard them. Returning the items to stores is discouraged. Customers who purchased the affected products can obtain a replacement voucher by completing a form on the company’s website at www.strausfamilycreamery.com/recall/#form.#fda #connecticut #shoprite #straus_family_creamery #whole_foods_markets
Busch Light Apple Returns in 2026: Limited Release Details and Where to Find It Busch Light Apple, the apple-flavored beer known as "Bapple," is returning to stores nationwide by the end of April 2026. Anheuser-Busch has not provided a single nationwide release date, meaning availability may vary by retailer. The beer will be sold in six-packs and 12-packs, with limited quantities available. Fans of the seasonal offering, which debuted in 2020, have historically faced quick sell-outs during prior limited releases, prompting the need for prompt action to secure the product. The 2026 release follows a 2025 launch that saw the beer sell 1.2 million cases in its first month. According to Anheuser-Busch, this marked a record for the brand, with first-month sales exceeding those of any other beer at the time. The company emphasized that the 2026 edition will again be limited, requiring consumers to check multiple locations or wait for restocks as the product becomes available. For those in New Jersey, the Busch Light Apple beer can be located using the official Busch locator tool. By selecting "BUSCH LT APPLE" in the dropdown menu and entering a ZIP code, users can find nearby stores that carry the product. Large grocery chains like ShopRite, Wegmans, Stop & Shop, Acme, and Foodtown are likely to stock the beer. Independent liquor stores and beer distributors in the state are often the most reliable sources for seasonal and limited releases, as they frequently receive shipments before larger chains. Fans describe "Bapple" as a standout option in the apple-flavored beer category. The beer combines a sweet, fruit-forward taste with a traditional light beer finish, appealing to those who enjoy apple flavor without transitioning into cider territory.#new_jersey #wegmans #anheuserbusch #busch_light_apple #shoprite
