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A Culinary Journey Through The Best Kosher Restaurants In The World
Kosher dining has become a global culinary adventure, offering a spectrum of flavors that adhere to Jewish dietary laws while satisfying diverse palates. From the sun-soaked streets of Miami to the historic avenues of Paris, kosher restaurants are thriving, providing unique dining experiences. As part of our ongoing “Best of Kosher” series, we have journeyed …
Top 10 Best Brooklyn Kosher Restaurants
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 …
Top 10 Best Manhattan Kosher RestaurantsÂ
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 …
Eyal Shani Expands His Culinary Empire: Malka Heads to Florida and Miznon Lands in New Jersey
Israeli Michelin-starred chef Eyal Shani is expanding his culinary footprint in the United States with new locations for his renowned restaurants, Malka and Miznon. Shani, celebrated for his innovative approach to Israeli cuisine, has already made a significant impact in New York City with his kosher restaurant Malka and the Broadway location of Miznon, both …
From Boom to Bust: The Rise and Fall of Patis Bakery as It Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
A once seemingly thriving kosher French-themed boulangerie, Patis, is now crumbling under the weight of its own rapid expansion, illustrated by its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. With multiple locations sprouting across New York and New Jersey, Patis initially captured hearts with its promise of artisanal flair. However, the swift scaling up, combined with a controversial …
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Airlines Cancel Flights to Israel Amid Escalating Tensions with Iran, Hezbollah, and Hamas
In the wake of rising tensions in the Middle East, particularly following the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, airlines have begun to cancel flights to Israel as a precautionary measure. The assassination has led to expectations of retaliation from Iran and its regional proxies, including Hezbollah and Hamas. As a result, several major airlines in the …
Tsion Cafe and UN Plaza Grill Feature in NYC Restaurant Week 2024
NYC Restaurant Week, running from July 22 to August 18 for many restaurants and some until September 1, 2024, showcases the city’s culinary diversity, offering food enthusiasts the chance to savor exquisite meals at some of the best dining spots. While there are numerous world-class kosher restaurants in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and beyond, only two kosher …
Is Starbucks Kosher? Navigating Kosher Options and Certification Complexities
Determining whether Starbucks is kosher involves navigating a complex landscape of ingredients, equipment, and preparation practices, similar to another popular coffee chain we have discussed in the kosher context, Dunkin’. Star-K, a leading kosher certification agency known for its stringent standards, advises caution. According to Star-K, syrups, sauces, toppings, powders, soy or almond milk, and …
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The 3 Most Popular Jewish Kosher Cookbooks
From traditional recipes to inventive spins of all-time favorite foods to great pictures and an inspiring narrative, there are many different aspects to a great kosher cookbook. At the same time, each cookbook brings something different to the table, and everyone has their preferences relating to what they value in a cookbook. We, therefore, thought …
Best Kosher Hotels In Dubai, UAE
After signing the Abraham Accords, which commenced a new era of peace between Israel and the UAE, travel by kosher-minded consumers to Dubai has eclipsed even the most optimistic prognosticators. While it is true there have been strains in relations since the attacks of October 7th and Israel’s ensuing response, to date, the relationship has endured. A …