Pepper Infestation – Star-K Alert
STAR-K ALERT June 23, 2023 Infestation in Peppers Recent findings are showing high levels of infestation on the exterior of bell peppers – of all colors and sizes (i.e., both regular and mini). The main area of infestation is around the stem. While research into this issue is ongoing, we recommend that consumers wash and […]
From The O/U: Frangelico Hazelnut Liqueur
Frangelico Hazelnut Liqueur, as approved Pareve, is not longer certified by the O/U and is NOT approved.
From The O/U: McCormick Butter Extract with Other Natural Flavors
The O/U certifies Butter Extract with Other Natural Flavors 1 oz. as an O/UD (dairy) product. This product contains a dairy ingredient as indicated in the ingredients panel. Some packaging was printed with a plain O/U (missing the “D” designation)
From The Star-K: Kuli Kuli Moringa
Please be advised that Kuli Kuli Foods of Oakland, Ca, has circulated an unauthorized Star-K letter of Certification on Moringa products to its wholesale customers. Kuli Kuli has never been certified by Star-K.
From The KIB: Kombucha Berry Mint by Living Foods
Please note that the Kombucha Berry Mint flavor produced by Living Foods is NOT certified by Kosher Certified Service (Rabbi Frankel) even though the product carries the Kosher Certification symbol. Living Foods has been notified and has taken corrective action.
From The AKC: Pererg Basmati Brown Rice recall
All lot codes of Pereg Basmati Brown Rice have been recalled due to insect infestation inside the rice shell. This rice cannot be easily checked or cleaned and is not recommended.
From The AKC: Better Made Corn Pops
Better Made Corn Pops are no longer O/U certified.
From The AKC: Red Gold Ketchup Dunk Cups
Red Gold Tomato Ketchup in 1 oz. “Dunk” Cups are not O/U certified and do NOT bear an O/U. Only Red Gold products with an O/U symbol are Kosher certified.
From The COR: Greek Style Pita Bread from Kordas Baking Co.
Greek Style Pita Bread from Kordas/Metropolitan Baking Co. that does not bear the K-COR symbol, or that has the symbol covered by a sticker, is NOT certified by the Council of Orthodox Rabbis/Vaad Harabbonim. Packages that DO bear the K-COR are certified Kosher, but not Pas Yisroel.
From The COR: Grapefruits at Costco
AM Fresh North America Grapefruit, currently being sold at many Costco stores in the U.S., are produce of Israel, as stated on the stickers, the plastic bag closure and the case. These are Shemitah produce and should not be purchased. If already purchased, consult you Rav for guidance.
From The COR: Salento Organics Chocolate Products
Salento Organics Chocolate Products bear an unauthorized Kosher Check symbol.
From The COR: Glutino Gluten Free Oven Baked Bars
Glutino Gluten Free Oven Baked Bars in Apple Cinnamon, Blueberry Acai and Strawberry flavors bearing a Scroll K symbol mistakenly contain a non-Kosher filling in some packages.
From The COR: Forrelli Grape Jelly
Forrelli Grape Jelly bears an unauthorized KVH symbol. This product is NOT Kosher.
From The COR: Nature Blessed frozen Sliced Strawberries
Nature Blessed FrozenSliced Strawberries, distributed by Coloma Frozen Foods in Coloma, Mi, bear an unauthorized cRc symbol.
From The COR: Snapple Elements “Fire” Dragon Fruit Juice Drink
Snapple Elemints “Fire” Dragon Fruit Juice Drink contains grape juice. It is NOT Kosher certified and does NOT bear an O/K. Only those Snapple drinks that bear the O/K symbol are Kosher (be sure to check for their pareve/dairy statues. A plain O/K symbol indicates pareve, O/Kd is dairy and O/K de is dairy equipment.
From The COR: Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey “Mixed with Coca-Cola”
Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey “Mixed with Coca-Cola” RTD (pre-mixed ready to drink in cans), regular and Zero Sugar, is certified O/U pareve (even without O/U symbol). However, Jack Daniels Whiskey products with “Cola”, without the “Coca-Cola” brand name (such as Whiskey & Cola or Black Jack Cola) are NOT certified Kosher.
From The aKc (Atlanta Kosher Commission): Lidl Caramel Cappuccino Coffee Pods
Caramel Cappuccino Coffee Pods by Lidl are certified as cRc Dairy. The dairy designation was mistakenly left off the packaging.
From The aKc (Atlanta Kosher Commission): Bomb Pops
All flavors of the Original Bomb Pop that are marked as O/UD are currently Dairy Equipment and can be consumed after meat. This was confirmed by the O/U on 5/24/23
From The aKc (Atlanta Kosher Commission): Colgate Disposable Toothbrushes
All Colgate Wisp Mini Toothbrushes are made using pork gelatin and are not recommended.
From NW Kosher: La Bri Osh French Chocolate Croissants
Although La Bri Osh French Chocolate Croissants are labeled “Pareve”, in fact they are DE (dairy equipment).
From The cRc: Pereg Basmati Brown Rice Bug Infestation
A bug infestation has been found in Pereg brand Basmati Brown Rice in bags designated Best by Dec. 23, 2023 and Best by Sep 28 2024.
From The Star-K: Shahia Stuffed Vine Leaves
Please be advised that cans of Shahia Stuffed Vine Leaves, produced in turkey and distributed by Lipari Foods with a production code after 4/30/2020, bear an unauthorized Star-K symbol.
From The cRc: Caramel Cappuccino Coffee Pods by Lidi
Please be advised that Caramel Cappuccino Coffee Pods by Lidi is certified as cRc Dairy but the dairy designation was inadvertently omitted on the packaging.
From The cRc: Food Establishments in Minneapolis that are no longer certified by the cRc
Effective as of May 1, 2023, the cRc no longer certifies the following Minneapolis food establishments: Basil Breadsmith – Edina, Minnetonka and St. Paul Cinnabon in Mall of America Prime Kosher Catering Sato Fusion Certification for the above establishments has been taken over by Minnesota Kosher, now under the leadership of Rabbi Yechezkel Greenbers. Consumers […]
From The cRc: Rita’s of West Ridge in Chicago
The cRc welcomes Rita’s of West Ridge (location: 5940 North Lincoln Ave. in Chicago) as certified Kosher. All products are certified dairy, Cholov Stam.
From The cRc: Nature Blessed Sliced Strawberries
Please be advised that Nature Blessed Sliced Strawberries (distributed by Coloma Frozen Foods) bear an unauthorized cRc logo.
From The O/U: Bothwell Gift Boxes
Bothwell Gift Box with 3 types of Cheese contain both Kosher and non-Kosher in the same package. Two of the varieties of cheese are Kosher and bear the O/U. One variety is NOT Kosher and does NOT bear the O/U. The outer box does NOT bear an O/U. Consumers should not assume Kosher certification of […]
From the O/U: Luxury Meat of Florida
Luxury Meat of Florida is NOT O/U certified (and has never been). They have been falsely representing their meat as O/U Kosher certified on Facebook. Consumers who may have purchased this meat should contact their personal Rav regarding the Kosher status of their utensils and appliances.
From The O/U: Baybury Brother Sauces
The O/U does NOT certify Baybury Brothers products. Some of their products bear an unauthorized O/U mark.
From The BC Kosher (British Columbia, Canada): Planted Love Food Truck
The BC Kosher advises that as of April 1, 2023, Planted Love Food Truck in British Columbia, Canada, will no longer be certified Kosher by the BC supervision.