From The O/U: Secrets of Tea
The Orthodox Union does NOT certify Secrets of Tea products. Their Babies’ Magic label bears an unauthorized O/U symbol.
From The O/U: Ciao Bella Gelato
The Orthodox Union does NOT certify Ciao Bella Blackberry Cabernet Sorbetto. This product bears an unauthorized O/U symbol..
From The O/U: U Gottabee Nutz
The O/U does NOT certify any U Gottabee Nutz products. U Gottabee Nutz Smoky Bacon & Blue Cheese Almonds bear an unauthorized O/U.
From The Klbd (London Beis Din): Kellogg’s Special K Hazelnut & Almond Bar
Kellogg’s Special K Hazelnut & Almond Bar, which was previously listed as certified Kosher and dairy by the Klbd, is now NOT KOSHER..
From The O/K: Giusto Sapore
Giusto Sapore Sweet Stuffed Cherry Peppers mistakenly bear an unauthorized O/K Kosher symbol. This product is NOT KOSHER.
From The O/K: Bagel Time in Miami
The O/K Kashrus organization is pleased to announce that due to the cooperation of Bagel Time, the O/K has reinstated certification on the restaurant. All dairy products are Cholov Yisroel and all baked products are Pas Yisroel. There is a Mashgiach Temidi on premises.
From the cRc: Cabo Crunch
The cRc certifies Cabo Crunch, produced by Handfulls, as Kosher Dairy (Cholov Stam), as clearly listed on the ingredient and allergen panel. However, the dairy designation next to the cRc logo was inadvertently omitted.
From The Kof K: Golden Star Coconut Milk
An unauthorized Kof K symbol appears on Golden Star Coconut Milk. This product is NOT certified Kosher by the Kof K.
From The O/K: Bagel Time Restaurant in Miami Beach
As of May 2,2017, O/K Kosher certification has revoked its Kosher certification for Bagel Time Restaurant in Miami Beach due to Kashrus violations.
From The KIB: Insect Infestation
Due to extreme weather conditions in California, there has been an increase of infestation in all types of infestation-prone produce, including Romaine Lettuce. Trained Mashgichim have found insects in these products even after repeated washings. Extra care should be taken when washing and checking these products, and it may be prudent to avoid purchasing them […]
From Seattle-area
Albertsons on Mercer Island and Pabla in Issaquah are both closed. Bagel Oasis lost its Hashgacha.
From Oregon Kosher: Safeway Deli
Due to several factors, the Kosher deli at Safeway, 8145 SW Barbur Blvd in Portland, Or, will be closing as of the end of the day on May 4th. The Kosher bakery and other aspects of the Kosher program will continue. Oregon Kosher is working closely with Safeway to look into the potential of leasing […]
From The O/U: Arnold’s Breads
According to their policy, the O/U does not certify dairy breads. Recently, many breads manufactured by Bimbo Bakeries USA, including some Arnold brand breads were reformulated and now contain dairy. As a result, breads that were previously certified by the O/U no longer carry the O/U symbol. Consumers should be careful to look for the O/U […]
Passover & Kashrus Alert – ALICHA TRUFFLES
April 4, 2017 Kosher Technical Consultants: ALICHA TRUFFLES, Product of Morocco, are NOT certified as Kosher / Kosher for Passover by Rav Shelomo Machpud or Orthodox Jewish Council /Kosher Technical Konsultants. This is a totally fake product. It is being sold by Rishon Foods aka Holon Foods, Brooklyn, NY. The previous item can be cited […]
Newly Certified – OU
Newly Certified Under The OU (Orthodox Union) April 4, 2017 Costco Wholesale Issaquah, WA Brand: Kirkland Product(s): Shell Eggs, OU Independent Marketing Alliance Houston, TX Brand: Bountiful Harvest Product(s): Mushrooms Pieces & Stems, OU The Pickle Juice Company Mesquite, TX Brand: The Pickle Juice Company Product(s): Pickle Juice Chaser, OU Extra Strength Pickle Juice Shot, […]
Kosher Advisory Idaho Mashed Potato Granules
Please note that the following products have been reformulated and are now dairy; Idaho Mashed Potato Granules 13.75 oz. box with UPC 1140-42310 and the 6.5 oz. box with UPC 1140-42300. The dairy products bear an OU D symbol.
OU Kosher Clarification El Sabroso Pork and Salsa
The Orthodox Union does not certify El Sabroso Pork Cracklings. This product is sometimes sold with an inserted packet of OU certified Salsa which bears an OU Symbol. Consumers should not assume that the OU on the salsa packet, which may be visible through the Pork Cracklings bag, applies to the entire product. Corrective actions […]
Kashrus Alert RCC – Zaitoon Bakery – Unauthorized RCC
Please be advised that attached product “ Gyughi Lavash” manufactured by Zaitoon Bakery 3243 San Fernando Rd. LA, CA 90065 bears an unauthorized RCC symbol. The RCC never certified this manufacturer . Action is being taken to stop this fraud ASAP.
From The cRc: Changes Made to cRc liquor list
The following changes were made to the cRc liquor list between January 2016 and February 2017 Baderbrau Assorted Varieties Beer (cRc logo Required) Coney Island Assorted Varieties Beer (Star-K logo Required) Gosling’s Assorted Varieties Beer (O/U Logo Required) Henry Weinhard’s Hard Soda Ginger Ale Beer (O/U Logo Required) Lakefront Assorted Varieties Beer (Star-K Required) Leikam Brewing […]
From The cRc: Sake
Unflavored sake is acceptable without Hashgacha. Flavored sake (e.g., Coconut Sake) and sake which states on the label that it was aged in wine casks require Hashgacha. Nevertheless, due to potential Kashrus concerns, it is preferable to only consume premium sake labeled as Honjozo, Ginjo or Daiginjo.
From The cRc: Canadian Whisky
After extensive research, it has been determined that Canadian Whisky often contains added wine. This wine, assumed to be non-Kosher, creates considerable Kashrus concerns. This applies even to products labeled as 100% Rye. Accordingly, the cRc recommends that consumers only consume Canadian Whisky products which are free of standard Kosher concerns and are a.) produced under reliable […]
From The O/K: New Products for Pesach – Agave Nectar Sweetener
Some new Agave Nectar products this year that are reliably Kosher for Pesach (with special Pesach certification only) are… Associated Wholesale Grocers (O/KP) Food Emporium (O/KP) Roundy’s Simply Roundy’s Organic Agave Nectar (O/KP) Sophia Foods (O/KP) Western Family Foods (O/KP)
From The Star-K: Updates for Pesach – Ancient Harvest Quinoa
The following products from Ancient Harvest Quinoa are approved for Pesach use this year when bearing the Star-K symbol and a “Best By” date of 2/01/19 through 2/28/19. A Kosher for Passover statement on the label is NOT necessary… Ancient Harvest White Grains Traditional Quinoa, Organic (12 oz. box and 27 oz. pouch) Ancient Harvest […]
New Products for Pesach – Zayit Olive Oil
Zayit Extra Virgin Olive Oil (17 and 34 oz.) are reliably certified Kosher for Pesach.
From The O/U: New Product for Pesach – Natra Taste
Natra Taste Gold Zero Calorie Sweetener is now certified Kosher for Pesach under O/U supervision.
From The O/K: Emma Potato Gnocchi
Emma Potato Gnocchi and Mini Potato Gnocchi bear an unauthorized O/K Kosher symbol on the packaging. These products are not certified Kosher by the O/K.
From Rabbi Chaim Leib Schneider: Chai House Dining Kitchen in San Jose, Ca.
As of March 1, 2017, Chai House Congregate Dining Kitchen in San Jose, Ca., is no longer certified by Rabbi Chaim Leib Schneider.
Alert: Mislabeled meat at Vons
Alert: In a recent Vons circular there was an advertisement for “kosher” brisket for $6.99 a pound. A kosher consumer in a Los Angeles area Vons noticed that the meat was in the regular Vons packaging and was labeled kosher with no hashgacha on the package. After investigating and meeting with the manager of […]
From The Star-K: New Products for Pesach – Ceres
Ceres Secrets of the Valley (Peach, Mango, Medley of Fruits) Juices are now certified Kosher for Pesach under Star-KP supervision.
New Products for Pesach – Benz’s Gourmet
The following Benz’s Gourmet products are now certified Kosher for Pesach 2017 … Horseradish (sweet & sharp) Kishka Bubby’s Rolls Mehudar Gefilte Fish Rolls (no oil, no pepper, no potato starch) Gourmet Nova (3 oz., 6 oz. and 3 lb. trays) Sliced Smoked Sable Herring (pickled, pickled cream, Dijon, salmon schmaltz, matjes oil)