Entries Written By David Jeskiel
Blue Hill at Stone Barns Is Going Kosher for a Few Days and It May Be the Most Significant Kosher Dining Event in Years
For most kosher diners, the world of Michelin-starred haute cuisine has remained tantalizingly out of reach. That is about to change, at least for three nights. Blue Hill at Stone Barns, the legendary two-Michelin-star farm-to-table destination in Tarrytown, New York, will open its doors as a fully kosher restaurant on Tuesday through Thursday, March 17–19, …
Castell’s Brings Kosher Italian Grandeur to Brooklyn: A Review
In the heart of Gravesend, Brooklyn, a culinary gem has emerged that’s redefining the kosher dining experience. Castell’s, the latest venture from Legend Food Group, has quickly become the talk of the town, drawing kosher food enthusiasts from across New York City and beyond. A Hidden Treasure At first glance, and as was true for …
Interest Rate Caps Could Ground the Miles and Points Game: What Trump’s Credit Card Proposal Means for Jewish Travelers
The miles and points ecosystem that enables countless Jewish families to affordably visit destinations across the globe, including Israel, could face an existential threat from an unlikely source: interest rate caps being proposed by President Trump and members of Congress. For years, some in the Jewish community have been at the forefront of credit card …
Top 10 Best Miami Kosher Restaurants (Updated 2025)
While there are several exciting “foodie” destinations in the vibrant and ever-dynamic world of kosher restaurants, such as the ever-expanding landscape of trendy kosher restaurants in Lakewood, NJ, and the classic restaurants of Manhattan and Brooklyn in New York, more recently, Miami has seen a flurry of world-class kosher restaurants come on the scene. Some of …
Pita Bar NYC: A Lower East Side Kosher Gem Filling the Void
In a neighborhood that has been a kosher food desert, Pita Bar has emerged as an unexpected oasis for kosher diners seeking authentic Israeli flavors without venturing to traditional kosher hubs in the city, such as Midtown. Located at 11 Delancey Street on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, this compact eatery is quietly making waves with …
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Mansoura: Brooklyn’s Time-Honored Middle Eastern Bakery with 200+ Years of Heritage
When you step into Mansoura on Kings Highway in Brooklyn’s Gravesend neighborhood, you’re not just entering a bakery; you’re walking into a living piece of culinary history that stretches back more than two centuries. This kosher gem represents one of the most remarkable stories of tradition, migration, and unwavering commitment to quality in New York’s …
Biarritz Kosher Pizza and Wine Bar Review: A Taste of Coastal Luxury in Crown Heights
Nestled in the bustling heart of Crown Heights, Biarritz Kosher Pizza and Wine Bar has taken over the beloved spot formerly held by Basil Pizza and Wine Bar, a popular neighborhood fixture. While the reasons behind Basil’s closure remain unclear, the transition feels seamless thanks to the presence of Clara Perez, Basil’s former manager, who …
Top 10 Best Jerusalem Hotels
Historically, Israel, in general, and Jerusalem in particular, were not known for offering the pinnacle of luxury in hospitality, or for that matter, solid options overall. Over the last decade or so, that has become steadily less true. Now, as illustrated below in our overview of the top 10 Jerusalem hotels, there are a multitude …
Your Guide to the Top Jewish Podcasts
The world of Jewish podcasts is thriving, offering a diverse range of content that spans history, politics, culture, and spirituality. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, humor, or intellectual stimulation, there’s something for everyone. Here’s a curated guide to some of the top Jewish podcasts you should tune into: 1. Living Lchaim Living Lchaim is a …
Top 10 Best Manhattan Kosher Restaurants (Updated 2025)
While several cities around the globe, such as Lakewood, Miami, Paris, and Jerusalem, offer an exciting and dynamic kosher restaurant landscape, Manhattan is still the mecca of kosher food. After all, “the city that never sleeps” has deep roots in Jewish immigrants settling in Manhattan at the beginning of the 20th century and also being at the …