Photograph: AlamyIt is believed the sesame was baked into the baguette rather than contained in seeds on its crust. Sesame is one of 14 allergens that EU regulations stipulate must be listed in pre-packaged food products made off the premises. In September 2015 David Matt went into anaphylactic shock after eating a sandwich at a Pret store in New York city. “We were deeply saddened to hear about Natasha’s tragic death, and our heartfelt thoughts are with her family and friends,” a Pret spokesman said. There were heartbreaking stories from her friends, all of them recognising what a great friend she had been to them.

Source: The Guardian September 23, 2018 07:00 UTC