kosher

How can lactose-intolerant individuals get high amounts of calcium from a plant source? Recent research has shown this seaweed to be the optimal choice.

Soldiers are provided with tuna, peas, beans, and the somewhat divisive kabanos sausage. Why does the IDF choose it, what are its nutritional benefits, and should non-combatants consider eating it?

In the back room of "Pulahouse" hummus shop in Ra'anana, scholars sit learning Torah, with the restaurant sharing the rent costs of the yeshiva and assisting it. On the unique partnership between the community yeshiva and the restaurant: "A fusion of material and spirit, bringing peace between them."

Avner Netanyahu, son of the Prime Minister, who maintains a traditional lifestyle, did not hesitate to express his distaste for a non-kosher food publicly during a quiz show he participated in.

Surprisingly, the bulgur production process raises significant halachic questions about its kosher status. Rabbi Yosef Karo addressed this question, and his surprising answer introduces new concepts

Is it permissible to eat pasta without kosher certification? The pasta production process raises many questions on this topic. Let's get to know pasta and its production process

What is a tortilla made of, what blessing should we say over it, and how has it complicated kosher certification?

Curious about the blessing for falafel balls - both the initial and concluding blessings? Here's all the information you need, including details on the quantity required.

How does the anatomy of animals align with the Jewish laws of shechita?

Ever looked closely at an apple? Considered the structure of the outer ear? Why isn't a newborn's skin wrinkled, and why does the Torah forbid certain foods?

How did the Jewish people know, thousands of years ago, that honey contains nothing forbidden to eat? Did Moses have a sophisticated biochemical lab?

There's no such thing as a secular Jew, simply none. This story, which happened two summers ago at Elbaz's minimarket in Ein Yaakov, proves it.

While we could enjoy apples without shmita concerns until now, we must be extra cautious going forward. Also: What is the substance added to apples to make them look beautiful and shiny? And is it kosher?

Cinnamon sticks are a favorite in winter gourmet meals. They decorate desserts and even meat dishes, and especially peek out from steaming cups of tea. However, if we knew what lurks inside these beloved sticks, we would instantly give up this pleasure.

A helpful guide to navigating post-Shmita produce at the market

A chilling video sent by one of our readers puts an end to the false security some of us have in prepared food (even with the most respected and certified kosher certification). This time: a worm in a 'hermetically sealed' couscous package

The Shemitah year of 5775 has ended, but many fruits and vegetables in the market still have Shemitah sanctity. Here's the complete list with dates

Examine how to identify counterfeit tefillin straps that have been sold widely in recent years

A practical guide to navigating the Shemitah year for produce shopping

A closer look at the halakhic requirements for separating meat and dairy consumption, with special consideration for new mothers, young children, and those with medical needs