From The Star-K: Newly Certified – JHC Canned Pineapple
JHC Canned Pineapple is now certified Kosher under Star-K supervision. This product is pareve.
From The O/K: The Ktchn – Restaurant in Los Angeles
Please be advised that The Ktchn, located on Pico Blvd. in Los Angeles is no longer certified by O/K Kosher certification.
From The O/U: Avo King Avocado Products
The O/U does NOT certify Avo King Avocado Products. Some of the labels bear an unauthorized O/U symbol. If you see this product with an O/U symbol, please provide details to kosher@ou.org.
From The O/U: Italpasta brand Macaroni & Cheese
The O/U does NOT certify Italpasta Macaroni and Cheese. Some shipping boxes for this product have a sticker with an unauthorized O/U symbol. The individual 7.5 ounce packages do NOT bear the O/U symbol.
From The O/U: Quaker brand 59 count Chewy Variety Package
The O/U does NOT certify Quaker’s 58 Count Variety Package. This item is only sold through e-commerce distribution channels. Some boxes, with the UPC Code 030000 56759 3 bear an unauthorized O/U symbol.
From The O/K:L NY Bagel Café & Deli
NY Bagel Café & Deli, located at 501 Kings Highway in Brooklyn, NY is displaying an unauthorized O/K kosher certificate. This establishment is NOT certified by the O/K kashrus organization.
From the COR: Sardo Antipasto Jalapenos Stuffed with Feta Cheese
Sardo brand Antipasto Jalapenos Stuffed with Feta Cheese bears an unauthorized COR. This product is NOT KOSHER even when bearing a COR 77 symbol.
From the O/K: Lira Balsamic Vinegar
Lira brand Balsamic Vinegar bears an unauthorized O/K kosher symbol on its label. This product is NOT certified by O/K kosher certification.
From The cRc: Dr. John’s Healthy Sweets Sugar Free Caramels
The cRc (Chicago Rabbinical Council) certifies Dr. John’s Healthy Sweets Sugar Free Caramels as cRc dairy (cholov stam). Some of the Vanilla Swirl and Chocolate Swirl packaging only has the regular cRc kosher logo where the word “dairy” next to the logo was inadvertently left off. This product IS dairy as listed in the ingredients […]
From The O/U: Fiber One
Due to reformulation, some Fiber One Bars no longer bear the O/U symbol. As always, consumers should check each product before purchasing and eating to verify the presence of a kosher symbol.
From the CRC: Certified Olive Oil Update
The Chicago Rabbinical Council no longer certifies any olive oil product under the brand name of Septa Sarl or Azayateen of Tunisia.
From the OU: Dole Kosher Advisory
Kosher Advisory Dole Products Brand Dole Company Dole Packaged Foods LLC, Westlake Village CA Issue The Orthodox Union certifies some Dole products when bearing the OU symbol. Due to a recent change of ingredients, several Dole products that were certified and had the OU symbol are no longer certified and no longer bear the OU […]
Unauthorized OU: Abu-Lafia Pita
Abu-Lafia Pita Brand Abu-Lafia Pita Product Pita bread Company Abu-Lafia Pita, Montreal CA Issue Unauthorized OU The Orthodox Union does not certify Abu-Lafia Pita. Some Abu-Lafia bags bear an unauthorized OU symbol. Corrective actions are being implemented.
From the OU: McConnell’s Ice Cream
McConnell’s Ice Cream Company in Santa Barbara is now certified by the OU. Rabbi Reuven Nathanson Director, West Coast Kashruth Division Orthodox Union
From the Star-K: Joy Cone – Now Star-D
STAR-K ALERT May 9, 2019 Joy Cone Alert Please be advised that with the introduction of dairy products on their pareve lines, some Joy Cone products are now certified STAR-D Dairy and will be labeled STAR-D. The STAR-D Dairy symbol appearing on the labels of: Sugar Cones, Waffle Cones, Waffle Bowls […]
From the CRC: Organic Broccoli Slaw Infestation
After months of research, the cRc continues to find a high amount of insect infestation in organic broccoli slaw. We therefore are no longer recommending using organic broccoli slaw without a reliable hashgacha but continue to recommend non-organic broccoli slaw (which we are continuing to monitor as well).
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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From The O/U for Pesach: Bianco Azzuor Moscato Wine
The O/U certifies Bianco Azzuro Moscato Wine. This product is labeled with a plain O/U and it is not certified for Passover. Even the bottles that have the letters “OUP” as part of the production code are NOT certified for Passover.
From The O/U for Pesach: Manischwitz Concord Wine at BC Liquor Stores
Please be aware that the Manischewitz Concord Wine available at local BC Liquor stores is not certified Kosher for Passover. Manischewitz makes wine special for Pesach with an O/U-P n the label and their year-round label states “not for Passover use” as it contains Kitniyot.
Rabbi Eidlitz’s Pesach Products Shiur 2019
From The O/U: O/U Passover Products
Some Year-round O/U certified products may have Passover certification from an agency other than the O/U. Please note that the O/U does not stand behind the Passover certification from other agencies as it may not meet the O/U’s standards. O/U Passover certification may have O/UP or Kosher for Passover ink-jetted on the Year-round version of […]