Understanding Kosher Certification Symbols: OU, OK, and Beyond

Kosher certification symbols, also known as hechshers, are a vital part of ensuring that food products and establishments adhere to Jewish dietary laws (kashrut). With kosher foods being a growing market worth tens of billions of dollars, these symbols, found on packaging or restaurant certificates, signify that the product or facility has been inspected and approved …

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Is Nespresso Coffee Kosher? A Year-Round and Passover Guide

Nespresso coffee capsules are generally kosher certified, with specific guidelines for Passover use. According to Nespresso’s FAQ, their coffees are certified as Parve and Kosher, with unflavored varieties being Kosher for Passover. However, this statement can be clarified further for better understanding. The Beth Din of Basel, Switzerland, as per the certificates below, provides kosher …

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