THE KOSHER NEXUSA Publication of the Union For Traditional JudaismCopyright 1996-1999 Union for Traditional Judaism Vol. 3, No. 6 Summer, 1996, Editor in Chief: Rabbi Jeffrey Rappoport, Editor: Andrea L. Herrera
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Unbelievable isn't it? Where does the time go? Has it really been three years of the KN
already? In truth, we can say time flies when you are having fun. Here at the offices of the KN, we do have fun. We have serious fun, because our subject is serious, and we want you to have fun reading the KN when it comes out. Once again, to my congregants: thanks for being the greatest congregants in the world. To our readers: thanks for staying with us. We had some ups and downs in terms of mechanics, but we managed to come
through for you. We have said it before and we say it again; we love the feedback we get from you. The cards, letters, emails, and calls are wonderful.
At Pesah time, we called someone in the vast American Mid West to answer a question she had called in to the UTJ about some aspect of Pesah. As we identified ourself to the person, there was a long pause on the phone. After the usual obligatory "hello, hello's" the lady asked if I said I was Rabbi Rappoport. "Guilty," I replied. She was taken aback, it seems, for she said, "I can't believe it. You're the Rabbi from the Kosher Nexus?" I
put on my most humble voice and said, "Yes, I am Rappoport." (Sorry, Judd Hirsch) She replied, "I can't believe it. I knew someone would call back, but I never thought that it would be you who would call! I love the Kosher Nexus! We love reading all about that new kosher stuff you write about. Too bad we can't ever find most of it, though."
So, to our good fan out there, and you know who are you are (and I thank you for letting us print a record of our call), let me say thank you for reminding us that there is more to our mission than just listing new products and even more than just reviewing the food shows for you. Henceforth we shall try to list phone numbers when we can. We
will try to find out from companies where they distribute if they are only regional, and we will try to help you find all of the good stuff about which we write.
(RJR)
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From Lukas Confections, comes one of the all time great product names. You may never actually eat this product yourself, but we guarantee that you will buy it- even if for no other reason than to give it to people! What is it? It is a candy called DORK Fruit chews. Each Dork bar contains two great flavors. There are the blue raspberry/marshmallow creme and the banana strawberry- two of our faves! Certification is by the O-U. The product is dairy. The company does business under the name Classic Caramel Company, and they are located at: 231 West College Ave., York, PA, 17405. Now, who'd ya call a DORK?
From faithful reader, Bob P. of Virginia, comes news of a new cheese and condiment company. Galilee Cheese makes cheeses, oils, condiments, and hot sauce. They feature different hashgachot on different products, so check each one carefully. Bob says that the company should be called Cheeses of Nazareth, and says the stuff is great! You can reach the company at 1-201-569-3175.
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We are most pleased to note the new 800 phone number for the KOJEL Company. When the bald headed, kosher detective isn't busy, he can take your calls at 1 800 83 KOJEL. Call and ask for their soup and dessert cook books.
Provision Foods Ltd., makers of our most favorite frozen pizza (heck, it's the only frozen pizza we'll eat!!), doesn't only make outrageous pizza. No sir! They also make stuffed potatoes. The tubers are delicious and nutritious. Call the company at 1- 210- 835- 1255. The potatoes are O-UD. Return to Table of Contents
The following should have appeared in the last issue of the Kosher Nexus. Here is the famous missing text as it should have appeared. Note to the gremlins in the editorial room- we are watching!!!
Remember that hysterical scene in MEN IN TIGHTS (the Mel Brooks version of Robin Hood) when Dom Deluise (the Godfather) commented to the Sheriff of Rottingham that he was disappointed that the Sheriff had never invited him over for a Cannoli? ? Well, you asked for it, we got it: kosher cannolis. Under the Kaf-K, the Cannoli Factory makes only kosher, handmade Cannolis and cannoli creme. The company markets all over the United States; if you can't find the product, call them at 1- 516- 957- 2700. If you hanker for a really good cannoli, hanker no more. By the way, the C is pronounced like a G! Mangia!
We used to love getting the chocolate gelt at Hanukah time. But did you ever notice that the coins had no money value on them? Well, worry not, because all of that has now changed! Elite Confections USA now markets Kennedy Half Dollar Chocolate Gelt. Gosh, don't you just love it? These babies are all O-U endorsed. Some are dairy, some are not. Check individual packages. You can reach the company at 1- 718- 402- 7800.
Although we have printed this info before, the amount of calls coming in for information suggests that we should run this again. If you are interested in free range, organic chickens, you can order from WISE 'N' NATURAL KOSHER PRODUCTS. They have two hashgachot: the O-U, and Crown Heights Kosher (CHK). You can call them at 1-718- 388-8356.
God bless Yogi Berra, that is all we can say. God bless Yogi. Why? How about Yoo-Hoo Fudge Bars??? And they are O-UD to boot.
We have mentioned POP AMERICA before. They make gourmet lollipops. The lollies come in sugared and sugar free. They also make chocolate cordials. And now they make (hold on for this one....), gourmet natural vegetable purees. Mmmmmm, boy. Not! Supervision is by the O-U.
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We found a most interesting catalogue. Called TO LIFE, the catalogue contains foods and herbs that are all kosher and healthy. The catalogue contains chips, dips, salsas, milks, tofu, beans, snack foods, cereals, pastas, oils, supplements, and health and beauty care products. Every product is under reliable hashgacha. They also will quote bulk prices in addition to the regular catalogue prices. Call 1-800-317-3449 and get your catalogue today.
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We went to a Kiddush recently where the appetizing was so fresh and so succulent, that we thought we had gone to Gan Eden. The olives were so good and so, so, olivey, we had to take notice. So we went into the kitchen and asked. Look for canned olives by BELL'S. They are certified by the O-U. The can says "firm, plump, and juicy," and there certainly were!
GOLDEN MALTED Pancake and Waffle flour claims to make the very best waffles and pancakes in the whole wide world. The flour is pareve and certified by the Triangle cRc. You can order over the phone: 1-800-686-6258. You can also order via cyberspace: http://www.sugarplums.com/pancake/order.htm
From Jasper Wyman & Son, come the following products: Crafted Fruit: a sweetended, dried puree. These little bits are perfect, says the company, for "snacking and backpacking." They are O-U Pareve. Flavors include Strawbery and Wild Blueberry. The company also markets Maine Wild Blueberries in light syrup- also O-U Pareve. Sounds delish! You can reach the company at 1-800-341-1758.
After you've had pita and pita chips, bagels and bagel chips, what's left? Hold on to your seats, boys and girls, for this is the ne plus ultra of high-brow snack foods. From Adrienne's Gourmet Foods Inc., comes this new entry in the "chips"bmarket. CRUNCHWELLS CRUMPET CHIPS are 97% fat free and 100% wonderful. Certification is by the U-O. Flavors include: Parmesan and Garlic (D), Spicy Barbeque, Very Raspberry, and Apple Cinnamon. What a kick- kosher crumpet chips!
For you big savers out there, here's an address you'll surely love. Send a note to Quaker
Bagged Cereals and ask them to send you their Saver's Guide. Send your note to Quaker at 625 North Michigan Ave., 24th Floor, Chicago, IL, 60611.
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