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Rabbi Eidlitz’s Pesach Products Shiur 2019
Pesach Pages
Takaokaya Sushi Nori – Must have a Star-K
Some packages of Takaokaya Nori have a sticker over the Star-K symbol. They are not certified by the Star-K. Only packages with the Star-K symbol showing (without a sticker on it) are certified. Please check each package before purchasing.
From the OK: Vish – No Longer Certified
Please be notified that as of March 1st, 2019, Vish located at 103 N. 3rd St, Brooklyn 11249 is no longer under OK Kosher supervision.
Updates from the COR – Detroit
MANY PRODUCTS ARE MADE IN ASSORTED VARIETIES,and they may not all have the same Kosher status. Some may be Pareve, some Dairy, some Meat, and some non-Kosher. This can cause mistakes, and the consumer must be very vigilant in checking every label for its correct status. Following are some common examples: TABATCHNICK SOUPS and […]
From the BD: Sauce-A-Licious Burger & Chip Sauce
The manufacturer of Sauce-A-Licious Burger & Chip Sauce has incorrectly labelled the product with a BD sticker that says Pareve. It, in fact, contains dairy ingredients. The use of our logo on this product was unauthorised and the company has been cautioned regarding their error and have rectified it. However, if you have used this product […]
Unauthorized OU: Gursoy Cocoa Hazelnut Spread
The Orthodox Union does not certify Gursoy Cocoa Hazelnut Spread. This product is labeled with an unauthorized OU mark and contains dairy ingredients. Corrective actions are being implemented.
Unauthorized OU: Great Value Cranberry Light Juice
The Orthodox Union does not certify Great Value Cranberry Light Juice. A small quantity of containers were labeled with an unauthorized OU symbol. Corrective actions are being implemented.
Unauthorized OU: Fronte Balsamic Vinegar
The Orthodox Union does not certify Fronte Balsamic Vinegar. Some labels bear an unauthorized OU symbol. Corrective actions are being implemented.
Mocha Mix – Dairy Equipment – A Letter from the OU
Thank you for contacting the OU. The Mocha Mix Creamer is labeled OUD, but in fact, its true status, at the present time, is DE (Dairy Equipment). What does DE mean? Parve products made with heat on dairy equipment may be eaten after meat, but not with meat. Some kashrus agencies use a DE symbol, but […]
Mocha Mix – Now Dairy Equipment
Mocha Mix is now certified OU-D. It is produced on dairy equipment and does not contain dairy. It may not be cooked or eaten together with meat, but can be served immediately after a meat meal. Rich’s Coffee Whip remains 100% Pareve.
From the Star-K: Samuel Adams Chocolate Bock Beer
Please note that Samuel Adams Chocolate Bock Beer will now be certified STAR-D DAIRY and will bear the STAR-D symbol. Samuel Adams Chocolate Bock Beer bearing old labels do not bear any symbol and are dairy. The beer contains dairy ingredients and should not be consumed with meat or after eating meat. Chocolate Bock is […]
Unauthorized OK Symbol: Red Straw Tea Bar – Los Angeles
Red Straw Tea Bar locations (Westfield Century City, and Cypress Village Shopping Center) are displaying an unauthorized OK Kosher symbol on menus. These establishments are NOT certified by OK Kosher Certification.
From the Kof-K: Mislabeled LIDL Tortilla Chips
A limited number of 6oz White Bean Nacho Tortilla Chips, distributed by LIDL US, LLC, was mistakenly labeled as KOF-K PARVE. In fact, it contains DAIRY ingredients and is certified as KOF-K DAIRY and must be treated as DAIRY. Corrective actions are being taken.
Star-K Alert: French Kosher Bakery – Great Neck
February 13, 2019 French Kosher Bakery French Kosher Bakery located at 579D Middle Neck Rd., Great Neck, NY, is no longer STAR-K certified.
From The Keystone K: Philadelphia
Keystone-K Kashrus Alert – Natus Gourmet Caterer Natus Gourmet Caterer is not and never was under the supervision of Keystone-K / Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Any use of our symbol is unauthorized. **************** Rabbi Naftoli Eisemann Kashrus Administrator Keystone-K
From The OK: Goji Berry Infestation
1 Adar 5779 – February 6, 2019 As per recent investigation, the OK has been finding high levels of insect infestation in dried goji berries. Until further notice, dried goji berries are not recommended, even when bearing the OK kosher symbol, unless in powder form. If they are intended for consumption in another form, a […]
From The OU: Arnold’s and Sara Lee Kosher Product Lines
BIMBO BAKERY CONFIRMS IT WILL RE-CERTIFY IS KOSHER PRODUCT LINES Kosher consumers were concerned by the news last month that Bimbo Bakeries USA, the largest producer of bread in the United States, with product lines such as Arnold’s and Sara Lee, was going to lose their kosher certification. The company’s initial decision was based on […]
No Longer Certified by the RCC – Victory Bread
Please be advised that due to an expanded product line, Victory Bread, located at 14049 Victory Blvd Van Nuys, CA 91401 will no longer be certified by the RCC effective Sunday, January 20, 2019. Should you see this product bearing the RCC logo, please alert our office at kosher@rccvaad.org or (323) 538-5003
No Longer Certified by the OK – Hippocrates Health Institute
Please be notified that as of January 28th 2019, Hippocrates Health Institute in West Palm Beach, Florida, is no longer certified by OK Kosher Certification.
Wallet Card
Kosher Symbol Wallet Card Here is our new wallet sized Kosher Symbols Card.All symbols approved by Rabbi Eidlitz (March 2022)! Print it out so you can can reference commonKosher symbols while you are shopping. DOWNLOAD RECOMMENDED SYMBOLS WALLET CARD
Correction!
In the latest Kashrus Conscience, we inadvertently included Kosher LA in some issues of our printed list of recommended kosher symbols. In general the Kosher Information Bureau does not recommend KOLA certification. You will find enclosed the correct list of our recommended symbols. We apologize for any confusion this may have caused. Please note that […]
Updated Kosher Symbols
Below is the link to the updated list of recommended common kosher symbols. Please use this list rather than the list printed in our recently published Kashrus Conscience Magazine. The online version of the magazine will be updated shortly. Printable Kosher Symbols List
Kashrus Conscience – 2018 West Coast Shopping and Dining
Quick Kashrus Insights #4 – Pas Yisroel during the Aseres Yemei Teshuva
North American Kosher – Osher Bar and Grill
Osher Bar and Grill located at 8657 West Pico Blvd., Los Angeles CA 90035 is under our strict Orthodox Jewish Rabbinic supervision. All meat items are Glatt Kosher (chasidishe shechitas only) and all baked products are Pas Yisrael. There is always a mashgiach Temidi present whenever the establishment is open.
North American Kosher – Osher Bar and Grill
Osher Bar and Grill located at 8657 West Pico Blvd., Los Angeles CA 90035 is under our strict Orthodox Jewish Rabbinic supervision. All meat items are Glatt Kosher (chasidishe shechitas only) and all baked products are Pas Yisrael. There is always a mashgiach Temidi present whenever the establishment is open.
North American Kosher – Beaverton Foods
The following 5 products produced by Beaverton Foods, Inc., Hillsboro, OR: NAME BRAND Authentic Fresh Prepared Wasabi Paste PACIFIC FARMS Pacific Farms Creamy Wasabi Blend 4 OZ. PACIFIC FARMS Pacific Farms Wasabi Dressing PACIFIC FARMS Pacific Farms Wasabi Paste PACIFIC FARMS Pacific Farms Wasabi Slurry PACIFIC FARMS are under our Orthodox Jewish Rabbinic supervision […]
North American Kosher – AB Cafe Delish
March 5, 2018 Press release: בס”ד י׳׳ח אדר תשע״ח For immediate release: North American Kosher supervision continues to kosher certify AB Café Delish Located at: 12501 BURBANK BLVD UNIT 5, VALLEY VILLAGE, CA 91607 as a Kosher Dairy restaurant under our strict Orthodox Jewish Rabbinic supervision. All food and drink items available in the cafe […]