December 26, 2018 from the Star-K: Effective immediately, NY Brat Factory, at 933 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY is under new management and is no longer certified by STAR-K.
December 27 6, 2018 From Mehadrin Kashrus of New York: As of midday today NY Brat Factory is under Kashrus supervision of Mehadrin Kashrus of NY, Rabbi Avrohom Marmorstein.
December 24, 2018 from the London Beth Din:
Reminder! Fruit, vegetables and herbs grown in Israel require Terumah and Ma'aser to be taken. Click here for guidance in the UK.
Avocados and Sweet Peppers from Israel are currently on sale in the UK.
December 24, 2018 from the London Beth Din:
Due to kashrut issues discovered recently with Seaweed and Nori these are now only permitted when bearing a reliable hechsher, so products previously listed as approved are no longer permitted.
The following KLBD licensees specialise in Sushi:
Sushi by Ezri
Located within Moshe's, www.cateringbyezri.co.uk
Sushi Haven In partnership with Kosher Kingdom and Sushi Haven Restaurant
www.sushihaven.co.uk
December 24, 2018 from the London Beth Din:
Canderel Red Tablets listed as kosher certified KLBD D on page p.105 of The Really Jewish Food Guide 2018 has been mis labelled KLBD but contain lactose and are therefore KLBD Dairy.
December 20, 2018 from FDA:
Funky Chunky, LLC of Eden Prairie, MN is recalling 10 oz Nutty Choco Pop Gift Box, 50 oz. Holiday Crowd Pleaser and 50 oz. Crowd Pleaser, because it may contain undeclared Almond and Cashew Tree Nut.
Product was distributed to AZ, AL, CA, CO CT, DC, DE, FL GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI and WY through mail order or direct delivery.
The product impacted with an undeclared allergen on the label can be found in a 10 oz. clear bag labeled Funky Chunky Nutty Choco Pop found in the 10 oz Nutty Choco Pop Gift Box (lot code 8K30), 50 oz. Holiday Crowd Pleaser (lot code 8K29) and 50 oz. Crowd Pleaser (lot code 8K13, 8k27, 8L04, 8L04, 8L07 and 8L11).
The recall was initiated after it was discovered by a consumer that product containing Almond and Cashew tree-nut was distributed in packaging that was mislabeled and did not reveal the presence of Almond and Cashew tree-nut.
We are notifying all customers that purchased products with the above lot codes, so they can discard the product that they have on-hand. Funky Chunky, LLC will replace the 10 oz. Nutty Choco Pop with properly labeled product when we receive a completed recall response form. For more information, consumers may contact Funky Chunky customer service at (952) 938 6663.
December 20, 2018 from FDA:
Inspired Organics, LLC has issued a voluntary recall of Organic Almond, Peanut, and Tahini Butters due to potential contamination of Listeria monocytogenes.
The product was distributed exclusively by Lipari Foods. LLC in Warren, Michigan to food service and retail stores throughout Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Ontario, Canada.
The affected product can be identified by:
| Brand | Product | Lipari Item # | Size | Best By Date | Lot # | UPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inspired Organics | Organic Almond Butter | 967067 | 16oz | All Dates | All Lots | 863669742540 |
| Inspired Organics | Organic Peanut Butter | 967073 | 16oz | All Dates | All Lots | 863669742588 |
| Inspired Organics | Organic Tahini Butter | 967070 | 16oz | All Dates | All Lots | 863669742564 |
December 11, 2018 from FDA:
Inspired Organics, LLC has issued a voluntary recall of Organic Sunflower Butter due to potential contamination of Listeria monocytogenes.
The product was distributed exclusively by Lipari Foods. LLC in Warren, Michigan to food service and retail stores throughout Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Ontario, Canada.
The affected product can be identified by:
| Brand | Product | Lipari Item # | Size | Best By Date | Lot # | UPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inspired Organics | Organic Sunflower Butter | 967064 | 16oz | 10/2019 | 099 | 863669742526 |
This was brought to our attention by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) after product testing returned positive test results for potential for Listeria monocytogenes. We are working closely with the manufacturer, MDARD, and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to understand the cause of the situation and ensure that all affected product has been pulled from commerce. No illnesses have been reported to date.
Lipari Foods began shipping the product on April 17, 2018.
Consumers who have purchased both of these recalled products should not consume them. Consumers should discard the products or return them to the point of purchase. Consumers with questions should call Customer Service at 800-729-3354, 8:15 am – 4:30 pm, EST, Monday through Friday.
December 20, 2018 from the OU:
Skippy Peanut Butter, Arvis Nordquist HAB, Sweden has an unauthorized OU:
The Orthodox Union does not certify Skippy Peanut Butter made in The Netherlands and sold only in Europe. Some jars were labeled with an unauthorized OU symbol. This does not have any impact on the OU certified Skippy Peanut Butter sold elsewhere. Corrective actions are being implemented.
December 20, 2018 - from the OK:
Terrafina Cajun Hot Mix, Terrafina LLC, Bronx, NY 10457 - Certification Terminated
Please be advised that OK Kosher Certification has terminated kosher certification of Terrafina LLC due to kashrus violations.
The following brands are affected: