THIS SECTION IS FOR NEWS AND INTERESTING STORIES RELATED TO FOOD, NUTRITION AND FOOD PROCESSING. THEY ARE NOT NECESSARILY RELATED TO KOSHER BUT MAY BE OF INTEREST TO THE KOSHER CONSUMER, MANUFACTURER OR MASHGIACH.
October 22, 2026 from the CPSC :
bblüv Grow High Chairs have been recalled because the high chairs violate the mandatory safety standard for high chairs because the restraint systems were not preassembled to the products, posing deadly fall and entrapment hazards.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers to stop using bblüv Grow high chairs immediately. The high chairs violate the mandatory safety standard for high chairs because the restraint systems were not preassembled to the products, posing deadly fall and entrapment hazards.
CPSC urges consumers to stop using the high chairs immediately and dispose of them. Do not sell or give away these hazardous products.
CPSC issued a Notice of Violation concerning this product. bblüv Group has not agreed to an acceptable corrective action plan for these high chairs.
This recall involves bblüv Grow high chairs. The high chairs have a gray plastic molded bucket-style seat with a matching fabric seat cover, a gray plastic tray and four wooden legs. The high chair converts into a toddler chair. The bblüv logo is printed in white on the front edge of the tray.
Sold At: The high chairs were sold by third-party sellers and on other websites.
October 23, 2026 - from NY Post
"New York City likes to take pride in how “inclusive” it is, particularly for immigrants, but when it comes to identifiable Israelis, too many of its inhabitants are ready to make an exception.
"Every Israeli restaurant owner can tell you that much.
"Several times a week for the last few months, a guy has walked by Gazala Halabi’s eatery on the Upper West Side and spit on the window.
"One day, Gazala chased him down and asked him why.
"'You know why,' he replied. 'It’s because you’re Israeli.'
"No matter that Gazala is Druze, not Jewish, and makes dishes that have been in her family for generations.
"Almost every Israeli restaurant in the city has experienced harassment, and often they’re lucky if it’s just spitting.
"They’ve endured broken windows, graffiti and even (failed) employee-led boycotts.
"At the end of the day, says one business owner who took the hard decision to remove Israel from the menu entirely after his restaurant was repeatedly vandalized, “I need to support my family,” and threatening phone calls from strangers were not part of the business plan.
"The owner of Ella’s Café on the Upper East Side recalls organized campaigns to boycott his restaurant after Oct. 7.
"He never thought for a minute of removing the Israeli flags or items from the menu, and today he reports that for every person who leaves, two more show up.
"Alon Kazdan, the owner of Stripes Wine Bar near Union Square, told me he saw a 60% loss in sales in the days after Oct. 7, as well as people coming in and trying to rip down his Israeli flag.
"Catering to the community instead of the bullies paid off, and today his establishment is back to business as usual — flag, Israeli salad and all.
"He finds that especially ironic since, as a young restauranter in Israel, he worked with many Muslims and Palestinians and never experienced any problems.
"Immigrants building successful businesses from nothing is as American as apple pie. There should be no exceptions for Israelis.
"Hopefully New Yorkers will continue to reward those who remain proud and unafraid — and not forget to order a round of falafel for the table."
October 25, 2026 - from Matzav.com
"Israeli consumers will pay more for eggs beginning November 1, 2026, after the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security announced an approximately 2.1% increase in the government-controlled prices of eggs, adding between 27 and 33 agorot to the cost of a dozen, depending on size.
"The new prices, announced Thursday, October 22, represent the first adjustment to regulated egg prices since November 2025 and reflect rising production and distribution costs throughout Israel’s poultry industry.
"Under the revised pricing schedule, a carton of 12 medium-sized eggs will cost a maximum of 13.40 shekels, up from 13.13 shekels, an increase of 27 agorot.
"A dozen large eggs will rise from 14.24 shekels to 14.54 shekels, an increase of 30 agorot, while a carton of 12 extra-large eggs will increase from 15.48 shekels to 15.81 shekels, a rise of 33 agorot.
"All prices include Israel’s value-added tax.
"The Agriculture Ministry explained that the increase follows a periodic review of the expenses involved in producing and marketing eggs, from poultry farms through distributors and retailers to the final consumer."
October 22, 2026 from the CPSC :
Costway Convertible High Chairs have been recalled because the convertible high chairs violate the mandatory safety standard for high chairs because they do not contain a passive restraint system and a child can slip through the opening between the feeding tray and seat and become entrapped or fall, posing a risk of serious injury or death.
Consumer Contact: Costway toll-free at 844-242-1885 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at recall@costway.com, or online at or www.costway.com and click on “Recall” at the bottom of the page for more information.
This recall involves Costway high chairs designed to convert into a table and chair set. They were available in several color combinations, including purple and white, red and white, blue and white, and brown and white. There is no tracking information located on the products.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled high chairs and contact Costway for a free replacement high chair. Consumers will be asked to provide a receipt or a photo of the product and will receive a prepaid label to return the recalled product to Costway. Upon receipt of the recalled product, Costway will ship a replacement high chair free of charge.
Sold At: Walmart and Target stores nationwide and online at Costway.com from May 2023 through July 2026 for between $84 and $100.
October 15, 2026 from the CPSC :
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers to stop using the 6-quart Power Quick Pot pressure cookers, model Y6D-36, immediately because they pose a risk of serious injury from burn hazard. The pressure cooker’s lid can open while pressurized, causing hot contents to be expelled unexpectedly.
This warning involves 6-Quart Power Quick Pot electric pressure cookers, model Y6D-36. The stainless-steel pressure cookers have a black pressure lid, button controls and a digital temperature and function display. “Power Quick Pot” is printed on the front and the model number appears on a label on the back of the unit.
Incidents/Injuries: CPSC has obtained 24 reports of the pressure cookers expelling hot contents unexpectedly, resulting in serious burn injuries.
Sold At: Walmart.com, Amazon.com, Ebay.com and other retailers nationwide from about July 2018 to November 2023 for between $44 and $160.
October 15, 2026 from the CPSC :
Hazard: CPSC is warning consumers to stop using Kalorik MAXX Air Fryer Ovens with French Doors immediately, because they pose a risk of serious burns to consumers. Models affected include the MAXX and MAXX Advance. CPSC’s investigation revealed that the doors can suddenly close on consumers’ arms while the oven is on, causing burns.
The original importers, Team International Group of America, Inc. and Kalorik, LLC, went out of business and are unable to conduct a recall. The current owner of the Kalorik brand, The Legacy Companies, LLC, has declined to participate in a recall of the affected ovens.
The ovens were sold by Team International Group of America, Inc. and Kalorik, LLC from April 2020 to January 8, 2024. The Legacy Companies, LLC sold the products after June 23, 2025.
The Air Fryer Ovens with French Doors were marketed and sold under the Kalorik brand, as the MAXX and MAXX Advance models. The ovens have a metal frame and spring-loaded bilateral “French doors” made of glass with metal handles. The products with the door hazard may have been sold with various SKUs, Item Numbers or “Model” numbers that include the basic models, only differentiated by the number of accessories included, or the display panel used, offering options to consumers.
Sold At: Walmart, Home Depot and other specialty retailers nationwide and online atKalorik.com,Amazon.com and other online sites.The original importers, Team International Group of America, Inc. and Kalorik, LLC sold the products from April 2020 to January 8, 2024. The Legacy Companies, LLC imported and sold the products after June 23, 2025.
October 13, 2026: from the VinNews
"A longtime South Jersey deli is facing a $1,000 civil penalty from New Jersey regulators for using terms such as “Jewish” and “kosher-style” on its menu and website without a required disclaimer that its food is not kosher.
"The Kibitz Room, a New York-style deli on Springdale Road in the Shoppes at Holly Ravine that has operated since the mid-1990s, was issued a notice of violation after a Sept. 16 inspection by the state Division of Consumer Affairs. The Oct. 7 notice seeks the penalty under a consumer-protection rule that requires businesses not representing their food as kosher to prominently disclose that fact when advertising with words including 'Jewish,' 'Hebrew,' or 'kosher-style.'
"The state is not alleging the deli sold non-kosher food as kosher. Instead, the citation cites the restaurant’s website description of itself as a “New York-style Jewish deli serving overstuffed sandwiches, hand-cut pastrami, and traditional favorites since 1996,” along with a menu item called a 'Jewish cheesesteak.'
"Parish said he plans to post the required “not kosher” notices on the door and menu to comply but intends to challenge the citation at a hearing scheduled for Oct. 28. He argued that regulators should focus enforcement resources on protecting actual kosher consumers rather than non-kosher businesses.
"The Division of Consumer Affairs confirmed it issued the notice of violation but declined further comment, citing the ongoing enforcement matter.
"New Jersey’s rule, part of regulations implementing the state’s Kosher Food Consumer Protection Act, aims to prevent consumer confusion by requiring clear disclaimers in specific type sizes and placements on menus, signs, and advertisements. Some other New Jersey delis that use similar language include “Not Kosher” statements on their websites or materials, though enforcement appears uneven.
"The Kibitz Room is known for oversized sandwiches, hand-sliced smoked fish, and a pickle bar. It reopened in May under Parish and his father after earlier financial difficulties."
October 08, 2026 from the CPSC :
Snow Peak Takibi Fireplace Propane Inserts and Lava Rocks have been recalled because the fireplace’s lava rocks can ignite and explode when heated in the propane insert, posing a risk of serious injury or death from burn and fire hazards.
Consumer Contact: Snow Peak USAtoll-free at 888-424-4916 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at info@snowpeak.com or online at https://www.snowpeak.com/pages/takibi-propane-insert-recall and https://www.snowpeak.com/ and click “Recalls” in the footer at the bottom of the page for more information.
Description: This recall involves the Takibi propane inserts and lava rocks, fireplace accessories that allows Snow Peak’s Pack & Carry Fireplace L (ST-032) and XL (ST-034) to operate on propane fuel instead of wood or charcoal. The propane insert includes a detachable hose with a gas flow regulator that controls the intensity of the flame with the twist of a knob. The product also includes lava rocks. Model number ST-332-US can be found on the product packaging and in the user manual.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the propane insert and lava rocks fireplace accessories immediately and contact Snow Peak for a full refund. Consumers will be provided with a prepaid shipping label to return the propane insert and lava rocks. For replacement lava rocks only, the consumer can keep the propane inserts, and the firm will ship replacement lava rocks to the consumer. Do not use inserts until replacement lava rocks are received. Consumers should dispose of the recalled lava rocks in accordance with any local and state ordinances.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received one report of lava rocks exploding with one report of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Sold Online At: Snowpeak.com from July 2026 through July 2026 for about $350.
October 01, 2026 from the CPSC :
Metal Wire Bristle Grill Brushes have been recalled because small metal wire bristles can detach from the brushes and stick to the grill or food, posing an ingestion hazard and risk of serious internal injuries that could require surgery.
Consumer Contact: Walmart toll-free at 800-925-6278 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.walmart.com/help or https://corporate.walmart.com/recalls or www.walmart.com and click on “Product Recalls” at the bottom of the page for more informatio
Description: This recall involves certain Walmart Expert Grill metal wire bristle grill brushes. The brushes have black plastic or stainless-steel handles. Some brushes come with metal scraper attached. The model numbers are included in this recall and can be found on the product packaging or a sticker/tag attached to the brush are hereCPSC.
September 24, 2026 from Crownheights.info:
"Just days after Sunkist Fruit Gems were declared discontinued, fans of the iconic candy have received some very sweet news: Fruit Gems are coming back.
"Sunkist announced Saturday that it has found a new family-owned candy manufacturer and is working to bring the beloved treats back to store shelves. The company said the revived product will retain the familiar flavor and quality, as well as its kosher certification.
"The announcement comes just days after reports on the discontinuation of the candy, which for generations has been a staple at Jewish celebrations, including weddings, bar mitzvahs and aufrufs.
"The Fruit Gems, known for their colorful fruit flavors and individually wrapped pieces, have become particularly associated with the Jewish community because they are kosher, easy to distribute and soft enough to be tossed without posing the same concerns as harder candies.
"Following news of the discontinuation, consumers and Jewish communities across the country rushed to find remaining supplies, with reports indicating that the candy quickly sold out at major online retailers. The sudden demand helped fuel renewed attention surrounding the product.
"Sunkist’s latest announcement now promises a different ending.
"The company said it is “aiming to have them back on shelves very soon,” though no specific return date has yet been announced.
"For the many children who grew up scrambling under shul benches to collect Fruit Gems after a simcha, it appears that the familiar candy won’t be disappearing after all."
September 27, 2026 from eJP:
"The kosher confection appears to be the latest victim of private-equity firms acquiring classic candy brands and then shaping them for the mass market.
"After more than a half-century of sweetening Jewish events, the kosher staple Sunkist Fruit Gems has been discontinued as of May, eJewishPhilanthropy has learned.
"The neon-colored candy is ubiquitous with Jewish celebrations; nearly every bar and bat mitzvah and aufruf in America features the celebrants getting showered in the candy. The omnipresent gems line tables at nonprofit galas, propel candy drives and fill Purim-fundraiser mishloach manot.
"The discontinuation is part of a trend in the candy world, Prince said, where private-equity firms acquire classic brands and market them for the masses — in the process often rendering them non-kosher. This same trend has caused other historically kosher candies to lose their hechsher."
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