Hong Kong Authorities Urged to Disclose Origins of Risky Oysters After Food Poisoning Cases

Following a series of food poisoning incidents, Hong Kong restaurant operators are calling on authorities to clearly inform the public about the sources of problematic raw oysters.

14 Feb, 02:50 — 14 Feb, 02:50

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Share where risky oysters are from, authorities urged after food poisoning cases

Some Hong Kong restaurant operators have urged authorities to clearly tell the public about the origins of problematic raw oysters following a spate of food poisoning cases, so that diners can make informed decisions in the lead-up to Lunar New Year, their peak business season. Consumers are becoming increasingly wary about oysters, with some restaurants saying demand has plunged amid calls from health officials for diners to avoid consuming them raw as the number of norovirus-related food...

By Ng Kang-chung,Theodora Yu

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