Bridget Sarks and her partner live around the corner from where the Hanukkah By The Sea religious celebration was taking place and told Today she actually saw the gunmen get out of their car and start shooting.
"My partner Tommy and I saw the perpetrator get out of the back left hand side of a car and for a split second, I felt sorry for him because I thought it was this man getting out of an Uber and I thought he was tripping over and going to pick up crutches," she said.
"I just kind of thought, 'oh, poor guy' and then I looked closer and he just picks up this huge gun."
Bridget said there were hundreds of families in the area and she and Tommy jumped back on the Vespa and rode down the street screaming for people to take cover.
"I've lost my voice but we've driven down the screaming for people to run, to get away and I thought if I was wrong, would I get in trouble for causing a scene, but if I was right, I had to tell people to run."
Bridget and Tommy were on their way to her brother's house nearby to where the attack took place and witnessed one of the shooters start firing on the hundreds of families and members of Sydney's Jewish community, who were celebrating the first day of Hanukkah and the iconic Australian beach.
"There were kids screaming and blood everywhere, it was really horrible," Bridget told Today, wiping tears from her eyes.
Bridget and Tommy had pulled up behind the gunman's car, on their Vespa and were just metres from one of the gunmen when he opened fire.
"He was in the white pants and I've never seen a gun like that in my life," she said.
Like so many locals who took cover in their homes and resorted to TV and radio and social media to find out exactly what was happening, as it all unfolded, Bridget and Tommy got to her brother's place and couldn't believe what they were watching.
"I was just in tears and we were googling Bondi and nothing was coming up, but finally it rolled on the news and I just, it was just unbelievable," she said.
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<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/cheese-section-in-a-metro-grocery-store-illustrative.jpg?id=57145414&width=1200&height=400&coordinates=0%2C538%2C0%2C538"/><br/><br/><p>Quebecers, you might want to take a closer look at what's in your fridge and pantry this week — several everyday food items have <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/health-canada-product-recall-amika-shampoo" target="_blank">recently been recalled</a>, including cheese, frozen meals and even basic kitchen staples like salt and pepper. </p><p>The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has flagged multiple products due to serious concerns, ranging from undeclared allergens and foreign contaminants to potential exposure to pathogens like E. coli.</p><p>This latest batch of <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/food-recalls-quebec-ritz-crackers-chicken-nuggets" target="_blank">food recalls in Quebec</a> includes a mix of frozen meals, sweet treats and pantry staples, including items from the Provigo and Maxi house label PC Blue Menu.</p><p>Some <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/product-recall" target="_blank">products were recalled</a> because they contain undeclared ingredients like peanuts, almonds and eggs — bad news for anyone with allergies — while others, like certain cheeses, have been recalled due to possible bacterial contamination. And if you're seasoning your meals with salt or pepper, you may want to check the label, as your grinder bottles might even contain bits of plastic.</p><p>From frozen foods to pantry staples, these recalls could impact households across the province. Here's everything you need to know about eight of the latest <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/food-recalls-quebec-tuna-baby-food-chocolate" target="_blank">food recalls</a> in Quebec, why they're being pulled from store shelves and what you should do if you have any of them at home.<span></span></p><h3>Chicken tikka masala</h3><br/><img alt="PC Blue Menu Chicken Tikka Masala, 350 g." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="0f7a424d20224a66de3784facae4243c" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="1e79e" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/pc-blue-menu-chicken-tikka-masala-350-g.png?id=57140056&width=980"/><p><strong>Recalled product</strong>: PC Blue Menu Chicken Tikka Masala, 350 g — best before November 12, 2025</p><p><strong>Recall reason</strong>: Loblaw Companies Limited is recalling its house label PC Blue Menu Chicken Tikka Masala because it contains undeclared almond, which could be dangerous for anyone with a tree nut allergy. The affected 350-gram frozen meals were sold nationwide, including at Loblaw-banner stores in Quebec like Provigo and Maxi. So far, there have been no reported reactions, but if you have a nut allergy, it's best to check your freezer and avoid eating it. The CFIA advises consumers to return the product to the store for a refund or throw it out.</p><p><strong><strong>Published/updated</strong></strong>: March 11, 2025</p><p><a href="https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/pc-blue-menu-brand-chicken-tikka-masala-recalled-due-undeclared-almond" target="_blank">PC Blue Menu recall notice</a></p><h3>Chocolate bars</h3><br/><img alt="\u200b8 Cakes Biscoff Latte chocolate bar." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="895e10e335228fb06be7ff610785f5ab" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="1e4aa" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/u200b8-cakes-biscoff-latte-chocolate-bar.jpg?id=57141817&width=980"/><p><strong>Recalled products</strong>:</p><ul><li>8 Cakes Dark Pistachio Knafeh</li><li>8 Cakes Biscoff Latte</li><li>8 Cakes Golden Baklava</li></ul><p><strong>Recall reason</strong>: 8 Cakes Bake Shoppe Ltd. is recalling several of its chocolate bars because they contain allergens that weren't properly listed on the label, including wheat, walnut, sesame, soy and milk. These treats were sold across Canada and online, and while no allergic reactions have been reported, they could pose a serious risk to anyone with allergies or intolerances. If you need to avoid these ingredients, do not eat them. The CFIA recommends throwing them out or returning them to the store where they were purchased.</p><p><strong><strong>Published/</strong>updated</strong>: March 6, 2025</p><p><a href="https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/8-cakes-brand-chocolate-products-recalled-due-improperly-declared-wheat-walnut-sesame" target="_blank">8 Cakes recall notice</a></p><h3>Almond butter cups</h3><br/><img alt="Eatlove Organic Almond Butter Cup, 51 g." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="71ecb09c3d5a05867196bd97abb34789" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="81149" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/eatlove-organic-almond-butter-cup-51-g.png?id=56707601&width=980"/><p><strong>Recalled product</strong>: Eatlove Organic Almond Butter Cup, 51 g — best before "25MA29"</p><p><strong>Recall reason</strong>: Eatlove is pulling a batch of its Organic Almond Butter Cups off shelves because they contain undeclared peanut — which could be dangerous or even life-threatening for those with allergies. These sweet treats were sold across Canada, including online, and the issue came to light after a customer complaint. So far, there has been one reported allergic reaction. If you have a peanut allergy, don't take any chances — check your cupboards and get rid of any recalled packages or return them to the store for a refund.</p><p><strong>Published/updated</strong>: March 6, 2025</p><p><a href="https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/eatlove-brand-organic-almond-butter-cup-recalled-due-undeclared-peanut" target="_blank">Eatlove recall notice</a></p><h3>Fish cakes</h3><br/><img alt="\u200bPackaging of the recalled Hansang-brand frozen fish cakes." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="f65b2a59f0dec6250833660c1d7622cc" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="c786e" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/u200bpackaging-of-the-recalled-hansang-brand-frozen-fish-cakes.jpg?id=56707664&width=980"/><p><strong>Recalled products</strong>:</p><ul><li>Hansang Assorted Fish Cake with Katsuobushi Soup Stock, 960 g</li><li>Hansang (Korean characters only) Frozen Fried Fish Cake, 328 g</li><li>Hansang (Korean characters only) Frozen Fried Fish Cake & Rice Cake, 404 g</li><li>Hansang (Korean characters only) Frozen Fried Fish Cake (Mala Flavour), 345 g</li></ul><p><strong>Recall reason</strong>: Seoul Trading Corp. and Lemond Food Corp. are recalling various Hansang-brand frozen fish cakes because they contain egg that isn't listed on the label. This could be dangerous for anyone with an egg allergy, and to make things trickier, some packages don't clearly show the brand name in English. The issue was discovered through CFIA testing, and while no allergic reactions have been reported so far, eating these fish cakes could lead to serious health risks. If you have an egg allergy, check your freezer and don't eat them — the CFIA advises returning them to the store or tossing them out. </p><p><strong><strong>Published/</strong>updated</strong>: March 1, 2025</p><p><a href="https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/hansang-brand-frozen-fish-cakes-recalled-due-undeclared-egg" target="_blank">Hansang recall notice</a></p><h3>Ulker snacks</h3><br/><img alt="\u200bUlker Rulokat, 170 g." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="326a78483d2107c3da50a3d30b132901" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="7f4c0" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/u200bulker-rulokat-170-g.png?id=56707824&width=980"/><p><strong>Recalled products</strong>:</p><ul><li>Ulker Kekstra Mini (strawberry), 150 g</li><li>Ulker Biskrem cocoa, 300 g</li><li>Ulker Rulokat, 170 g</li></ul><p><strong>Recall reason</strong>: Gulbay Foods Inc. and Quantimpex Inc. are recalling various Ulker-brand snack products imported from Turkey because they contain undeclared egg, milk and wheat. These allergens could be dangerous for anyone with allergies or gluten-related disorders. The affected snacks were sold in Ontario and Quebec, including at Gulbay Turkish Bakery in Vaughan and Marché Istanbul in Montreal. This recall was sparked by one in another country, and while no allergic reactions have been reported in Canada, those with allergies or celiac disease should avoid these products. If you have any at home, return them to the store or throw them out.</p><p><strong><strong>Published/</strong>updated</strong>: February 27, 2025</p><p><a href="https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/certain-ulker-brand-products-recalled-due-undeclared-egg-milk-and-wheat" target="_blank">Ulker recall notice</a></p><h3>Cheese</h3><br/><img alt="\u200bJean Perrin Morbier de Scey cheese." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="c3e2e48ca83a5453a786a8bf9f39e9a0" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="3f4b9" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/u200bjean-perrin-morbier-de-scey-cheese.png?id=56707835&width=980"/><p><strong>Recalled products</strong>:</p><ul><li>Jean Perrin Morbier de Scey (cheese), variable size (~7 kg) — Lot # 3511206/03/2025</li><li>Jean Perrin Raclette de Scey (cheese), variable size (~7 kg) — Lot # 3551110/03/2025</li><li>Unbranded Morbier de Scey (cheese), variable size</li><li>Unbranded Raclette de Scey (cheese), variable size</li></ul><p><strong>Recall reason</strong>: Certain lots of Jean Perrin-brand Morbier and Raclette cheeses are being recalled due to possible contamination with pathogenic E. coli. This recall expands on <a href="https://www.narcity.com/food-recalls-canada-ritz-crackers-cheese-baby-snacks#rebelltitem15" target="_blank">an earlier cheese recall</a> from the same brand and affects cheeses sold in Alberta, B.C., Manitoba and Quebec — though the CFIA notes they may have also made their way to other provinces. These cheeses were often repackaged and sold without their original labels, meaning they might not display the brand name, lot code or expiry date — if you aren't sure if the cheese in your fridge is affected, you can call the store where you bought it.</p><p>The CFIA warns that eating food contaminated with E. coli can cause serious illness, with symptoms like severe stomach cramps, diarrhea and vomiting. If you have any of these cheeses at home, don't eat them — return them to the store or throw them out.</p><p><strong><strong>Published/</strong>updated</strong>: February 22, 2025</p><p><a href="https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/jean-perrin-brand-morbier-scey-and-raclette-scey-cheeses-recalled-due-possible" target="_blank">Jean Perrin recall notice</a></p><h3>Salt & pepper</h3><br/><img alt="\u200bCape Herb & Spice Extra Bold Black Pepper & Himalayan Pink Salt." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="b5e808420ce5642a334e00a02205ce7b" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="5af76" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/u200bcape-herb-spice-extra-bold-black-pepper-himalayan-pink-salt.jpg?id=56707875&width=980"/><p><strong>Recalled products</strong>:</p><ul><li>Cape Herb & Spice Rainbow Peppercorns, 175 g</li><li>Cape Herb & Spice Extra Bold Black Pepper, 180 g</li><li>Cape Herb & Spice Atlantic Sea Salt, 360 g</li><li>Cape Herb & Spice Himalayan Pink Salt, 390 g</li></ul><p><strong>Recall reason</strong>: Cape Herb & Spice is recalling several of its salt and pepper grinders because they may contain pieces of plastic. These products were sold nationwide, and while no injuries have been reported, accidentally consuming plastic could pose a choking hazard or cause internal injury — not to mention it's definitely not what you want in your seasoning. If you have any of these recalled spices in your kitchen, check the labels and follow the CFIA's advice to return them to the store or throw them out.</p><p><strong><strong>Published/</strong>updated</strong>: February 21, 2025</p><p><a href="https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/cape-herb-spice-brand-rainbow-peppercorns-extra-bold-black-pepper-atlantic-sea-salt-0" target="_blank">Salt & pepper recall notice</a></p><h3>Beef jerky</h3><br/><img alt="\u200bSoo Curry Flavoured Beef Jerky, 85 g." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="9eb3d74045ac93409051ab2db53ed174" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="449c3" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/u200bsoo-curry-flavoured-beef-jerky-85-g.jpg?id=56707842&width=980"/><p><strong>Recalled products</strong>:</p><ul><li>Soo Curry Flavoured Beef Jerky, 85 g</li><li>Soo Satay Beef Jerky, 85 g</li><li>Soo Satay Beef Jerky, 170 g</li><li>Soo Satay Beef Jerky, 454 g</li></ul><p><strong>Recall reason</strong>: Soo Jerky Ltd. is recalling several types of its beef jerky because they contain mustard that isn't listed on the label. This could be dangerous for anyone with a mustard allergy. The affected products were sold in Alberta, B.C., Ontario and Quebec, though they may have also been available in other provinces. So far, no allergic reactions have been reported, but if you have a mustard allergy, check your snacks and don't eat these. The CFIA recommends returning them to the store or throwing them out.</p><p><strong><strong>Published/</strong>updated</strong>: February 21, 2025</p><p><a href="https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/soo-brand-beef-jerky-recalled-due-undeclared-mustard" target="_blank">Jerky recall notice</a></p><p>Stay safe out there, Montreal!</p><p><em>This article's cover image was used for illustrative purposes only.</em></p><p><p><em>AI tools may have been used to support the creation or distribution of this content; however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of MTL Blog's Editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/editorial-standards" target="_blank">Editorial Standards page</a>.</em></p></p>
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