CaterKing Kitchen Shutdown: Food Poisoning Probe Underway

Health Inspectors Seal Off Popular Caterer’s Kitchen in Birkirkara

Early this morning, health inspectors descended on the bustling industrial estate in Birkirkara, home to several popular catering businesses. Their target? The sprawling kitchen of CaterKing, a name synonymous with weddings, corporate events, and even the occasional political rally. The reason? A suspected outbreak of food poisoning that has left at least a dozen people hospitalized.

Traces Lead Back to CaterKing

The Malta Health Authority (MHA) confirmed that traces of a harmful bacterium were found in samples taken from patients. Further investigation led them to CaterKing, where a routine inspection was swiftly arranged. What they found was enough to warrant an immediate shutdown. “We’re talking about a serious breach of food safety regulations,” a source close to the investigation told Hot Malta.

Customers and Staff in Limbo

CaterKing’s sudden closure has left customers and staff in limbo. The company is known for its large-scale events, with several weddings and corporate functions scheduled for the coming weeks. “We’re trying to contact all our clients to reschedule or find alternative caterers,” said a spokesperson for CaterKing, who wished to remain anonymous. Meanwhile, staff members are left wondering about their jobs. “We’re just hoping this gets sorted out quickly,” said one employee, who asked not to be named.

Hot Malta reached out to the MHA for comment, but they declined, stating that the investigation is ongoing. However, they did confirm that any findings will be made public once the probe is complete.

In the meantime, health officials are urging anyone who has consumed food from CaterKing in the past week and is experiencing symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain to seek medical attention immediately.