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The 39th World Zionist Congress Elections Brings A New Era of Engagement and Influence
As the Jewish community prepares for the 39th World Zionist Congress elections, a significant shift is underway. This year’s elections, running from March 10 to May 4, 2025, mark a new era of professional campaigning, increased participation, and heightened engagement. The stakes are high, with over $1 billion in funding for Israel and world Jewry …
Top 10 Best Brooklyn Kosher Restaurants (Updated 2025)
Brooklyn is arguably the most “hip” borough of New York City and also one of the most diverse from a Jewish perspective. By extension, Brooklyn has a plethora of eclectic, great kosher restaurants to offer. As part of our ongoing “Best of Kosher” series, our ranking of the top 10 best Brooklyn kosher restaurants illustrates …
Exploring Top Jewish Loan Options: From Interest-Free to Personal Loans
Needing a loan is often a stressful and uncomfortable position. If the personal challenges weren’t enough, even just finding the right loan from a sea of options can be a daunting task, especially when navigating the complexities of interest rates and repayment terms. For those seeking financial assistance with a focus on Jewish communal support …
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 terms of Jewish immigrants settling in Manhattan at the beginning of the 20th century and …
Castell’s Brings Kosher Italian Grandeur to Brooklyn
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, you might miss Castell’s entirely. …
The Only Path to Kosher Michelin-Starred Dining: Xerta in Barcelona by Request
For kosher fine dining enthusiasts and travelers, the world of haute cuisine has long been a tantalizing yet often inaccessible realm. Michelin-starred restaurants, the “holy grail” of fine dining, have been a particular pain point in the kosher landscape as there are no kosher-certified Michelin restaurants. However, for those willing to take a circuitous path, …
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 …
Pescada Moves, Mr. Broadway Expands Amidst Brooklyn’s Shifting Kosher Landscape
Two prominent kosher restaurants are making strategic moves that highlight the evolving dining scene in Brooklyn, with Pescada relocating and Mr. Broadway expanding into a new market. Restaurant Moves and Strategic Partnership Mr. Broadway, the Manhattan kosher dining staple, is entering Brooklyn through a joint venture with Issac Simon’s restaurant group. This partnership brings together …
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Tragedy at Aman New York: Boro Park Real Estate Figure Dies in Luxury Hotel
A tragic incident unfolded at the luxurious Aman New York hotel on West 57th Street and Fifth Avenue, as a member of the Boro Park Jewish community was found deceased in a guest room. Out of respect for the family, the individual’s name will not be disclosed. Police discovered the hotel guest around 1:45 p.m., …
Best Kosher Restaurants In Paris (Updated 2025)
Paris is an obvious choice if you’re looking for a city that combines a wealth of cultural history and incredible architecture with exquisitely delicious food and wine. While it is true that places like Jerusalem, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Miami, and Lakewood have great kosher “food scenes,” Paris, with its close proximity to some of the world’s …