From the KCS: McConnell’s Ice Cream no longer certified
The McConnell’s Ice Cream Company in Santa Barbara is no longer under the supervision of Kosher Certification Services as of May 8, 2019. Rabbi Eli Frankel
Unauthorized OU: California Classic Italian Dressing
OU Kosher Alert Brand: California Classic Product: Family Style Italian Dressing & Marinade Issue: Unauthorized OU. The Orthodox Union does not certify California Classic Italian Style Dressing & Marinade. Some bottles were labeled with an unauthorized OU symbol. Corrective actions are being implemented. The product contains non-kosher cheese and is being recalled. Rabbi Reuven […]
From the RCC: The Grill Spot – No Longer Certified
Please be advised that effective Sunday May 5, 2019 ( א’ דר”ח אייר) The Grill Spot restaurant ( 3904, 17334 Ventura Blvd, Encino, CA 91316) will no longer be certified by the RCC. Rabbi Nissim Davidi
From the KSA: Hint Mint – No Longer Certified
Permitted Store List Omissions: Ralphs/Krogers
Ralphs and Krogers were inadvertently left off the list of stores where one is permitted to purchase Chometz after Pesach. One may purchase Chometz from Ralphs and Kroger stores. They have been added to the previous post.
List of stores where Chometz is allowed to be purchased after Pesach
A JEW MAY BUY FROM THE FOLLOWING STORES IMMEDIATELY AFTER PESACH: 7-Eleven 99 cent store Albertsons BevMo Big Lots Bristol Farms Coffee Bean Costco CVS Dollar Tree Erewhon Food4Less Fresh & Easy Gelson’s Jetro/Restaurant Depot Jon’s K-Mart Nuts & More Petco Petsmart Ralphs/Krogers Rite Aid Sadaf Safeway Sam’s Club Smart & Final Smith’s Target (in […]
From the OK: Sunshine Hummus (formerly Vish) – No Longer Certified
Please be advised that Sunshine Hummus (formerly Vish) located at 59 E. 8th St, NY 10003, is no longer certified by OK Kosher Certification.
Star-K: Israeli Product Update
April 17, 2019 Carrots and citrus fruits are arriving in the U.S. from Eretz Yisroel and are subject to the halachos applying to Israeli produce. As an example, Trader Joe’s is selling Israeli tangerines. Click here for instructions on the Star-K website. Biur Ma’aser is required this year for ma’aser in one’s possession. Click here […]
From the OK: Sami’s Makolet – No Longer Certified
12 Nissan 5779 – April 17, 2019 Please be advised that as of April 16, 2019, Sami’s Makolet, located at 511-515 N. Fairfax Avenue, Los Angeles CA, is no longer certified by OK Kosher Certification.
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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.