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