Today is November 23, 2024 / /
Today is November 23, 2024 / /
Tonight begins Shavuot. At our shul here in Jerusalem, we have a tikkun that actually does run all night long. We are very excited because Rabbi Dr. Avraham Steinberg, winner of the Pras Yisrael, a major and well known figure in the international community for his work with children and his many publications on Medical Continue Reading »
Sabra Seeks Standardized Hummus Definition Sabra Dipping Company filed a petition with U.S. Food and Drug Administration for a national standard of identity for hummus. The petition calls for hummus to be comprised mainly of chickpeas with no less than 5 percent tahini, and defines hummus as “the semisolid food prepared from mixing cooked, dehydrated, Continue Reading »
SHAVUOT IS COMING. START PRACTICING!! (FROM ALL RECIPES) Ingredients Original recipe makes 1 – 9 inch cheesecake Change Servings 1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs 3 tablespoons white sugar 1/4 cup butter, melted 1 (10 ounce) package frozen raspberries 2 tablespoons white sugar 2 teaspoons cornstarch 1/2 cup water 2 cups white chocolate chips 1/2 cup Continue Reading »
FROM PRAGMATIC ATTIC Blintzes are not really all that hard to make. A blintz is just a thin pancake (crepe or bletlach) wrapped around a filling and then sauteed in butter until golden brown on the outside. There are two aspects that intimidate people: (1) making the crepe and (2) wrapping the crepe around the Continue Reading »
By Stephanie Cain Shopping for maple syrup may get a bit easier—and clearer—for consumers and buyers alike. The International Maple Syrup Institute recently submitted a proposal to the U.S. Department of Agriculture to standardize maple syrup grading. Currently, grading is determined at the state level, and varies in terms of coloring and percent of light Continue Reading »
Imagine two of the most popular vegetables — kale and Brussels sprouts. Now imagine Frankenstein-ing them together to create one super vegetable. Turns out, Tozer Seeds, a British vegetable breeding company, is one step ahead of you. They’ve developed a Brussels-kale hybrid that they’re calling Kalettes™, which shoppers will be able to find in supermarkets Continue Reading »
REVIEW BY PHIL LEMPERT, SUPERMARKET GURU No Artificial Colors No Artificial Flavors No Artificial Preservatives Peanut Free Milk Free Tree Nut Free Kosher Vegetarian Vegan You’re going to love these – just the right mix of sugar, cinnamon and salt, in perfect balance with each other. These are light and crispy and fun to eat. Continue Reading »
There is a new cola in Israel called Eco Cola. Also known as the “green” cola, the drink is very expensive. An American sized can goes for $1.75 in the supermarket. (Almost vending machine price!). A six pack of small, half size cans goes for about $6.00. The cola claims that it only contains “natural Continue Reading »
FROM KOSHER TODAY How Forgiving Were Consumers on Taste on Passover? By KT Staff Reporters 05.13.14 -NEW YORK — The flavors were definitely off. Sweeteners had an after-taste and even Greek Yogurt did not taste the same. Despite the plethora of new items this past Passover, manufacturers and retailers received many complaints, so much so Continue Reading »
FROM JERUSALEM KOSHER The Jerusalem Rabbinate reports that the Olam HaMamtakim candy store in the Jerusalem Central Bus Station is no longer under its supervision. The store refuses to return the teudat hechsher. To read the original Hebrew update you may find the document on Google Drive
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