Listeria found in 13 foods at Stockholm luxury restaurant
Stockholm's luxury restaurant Coco & Carmen faces a major listeria outbreak with 13 contaminated foods. Health officials found bacteria in truffles, desserts and wild boar soup. At least 15 people are confirmed infected and over 150 sought hospital treatment.
Health inspectors discovered listeria bacteria in 13 different foods at the upscale Coco & Carmen restaurant in Stockholm. The contaminated items included truffle mix, an espresso dessert, and wild boar soup.
Three samples showed particularly high bacteria levels according to environmental officials. They said in a statement that none of the ingredients in the cold dishes typically carry listeria risks. The wild boar soup had been cooked, which should have killed any bacteria.
Officials confirmed they haven't determined why the restaurant had listeria growth in its facilities. Their investigation continues with more test results expected soon.
Listeria bacteria were also found on multiple surfaces throughout the restaurant kitchen. The exact concentration levels on these surfaces remain unclear.
So far, 15 people have confirmed listeria infections after visiting the restaurant in late September. Over 150 people sought hospital treatment in the Stockholm region following the outbreak.
Listeria infections can take up to three weeks to show serious symptoms. These include blood poisoning and meningitis.
The situation reveals how even high-end restaurants can face food safety challenges. Proper kitchen hygiene remains essential regardless of a restaurant's reputation or price point.