Articles About Kashrut

Practical guides on Jewish law, koshering, festivals and everyday kosher life.

Kosher wine: why it needs special supervision

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Kosher wine: why it needs special supervision

Wine has a particular status in halacha: to be kosher, it must be made and handled exclusively by observant Jews.

Kosher gelatin: the halachic debate

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Kosher gelatin: the halachic debate

Gelatin is one of the most debated ingredients in the kosher world, because its animal origin can compromise its status.

Alcohol and spirits: what it takes for them to be kosher

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Alcohol and spirits: what it takes for them to be kosher

Whiskey, vodka, rum and other spirits are often kosher by nature, but there are important exceptions to keep in mind.

The most common kosher certification symbols

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The most common kosher certification symbols

OU, OK, Star-K, KSA... there are dozens of kosher certification symbols around the world. We help you recognize the most common ones.

How to read a kosher product label

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How to read a kosher product label

Beyond the certification symbol, kosher labels contain key information about whether a product is suitable for your table.

Mevushal: kosher wine that can be served without restrictions

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Mevushal: kosher wine that can be served without restrictions

Mevushal wine is a special category that allows it to be served at events without requiring that only Jews handle it.

Differences between kosher certifications around the world

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Differences between kosher certifications around the world

Not all kosher certifiers follow exactly the same criteria. Knowing these differences helps you choose products with confidence.

Kosher cheese: why it needs special rennet

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Kosher cheese: why it needs special rennet

Cheese is one of the dairy products with the most kosher restrictions, mainly because of the origin of the rennet used to make it.

Nuts and kashrut: cross-contamination risks

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Nuts and kashrut: cross-contamination risks

Nuts are naturally pareve, but industrial processing can introduce kashrut risks that are not obvious.