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Jewish holiday traditions celebrate faith, family, long-standing traditions and kosher food. Important aspects of some Jewish holiday traditions include gift giving and following stricter than usual kosher dietary laws.
Why Give Kosher for the Holidays?
For busy families, eating kosher is not possible at every meal. During the holidays, some families make a concerted effort to follow Jewish holiday traditions and eat kosher meals and give kosher gifts. Kosher giving shows respect for Jewish spirituality and overall health, and it pays homage to Jewish holiday traditions. Consuming kosher also teaches us to respect other living animals. It also teaches us self-discipline.
Kosher 101
When looking for kosher holiday gifts, keep in mind the three kosher categories of dairy, meat and pareve. Dairy and meat may not be consumed together or prepared together. Keep this in mind when looking for kosher gifts, as any product containing both meat products and dairy products would not be kosher.
Pareve is neither meat or dairy and can be eaten with either dairy foods or meat products.
Identifying Kosher Food Gifts
Kosher food gifts bear a "hechsher," or a symbol that ensures the food item meets the kosher standards of a supervising rabbi. One common hechsner is the OU of the Orthodox Union. The Star-K is another kosher symbol found on foods that you can find on products when shopping for kosher holiday gifts.
Kosher Gift-Giving Holidays
Kosher Holiday Gifts for Hanukkah
While it's usually children who receive gifts for Hanukkah, you can still partake in kosher giving at your family's or friend's Hanukkah party. In addition to the ceremonial menorah lighting, serving a dairy-based not meat-based meal is also becoming a popular Jewish holiday tradition for Hanukah. Because meat and dairy cannot be served or eaten together and remain kosher, a holiday with a kosher dairy-based meal is the perfect holiday to give the kosher gift of Enstrom's almond toffee.
Because the sweet treat is dairy based, it can be enjoyed without having to wait six hours after you've eaten the main meal to dive into the sweet kosher gift, as would be true with a meat-based holiday meal.
Remember to burn the used menorah's wicks or wrap them properly before discarding them.
Shavuot Kosher Giving
On Shavuot, Jewish holiday traditions historically include dairy-based meals. A top kosher gift for Shauvot would be some OU-certified kosher cheese. Another nice touch would be to give aromatic flowers with lush greens, for decorating the home.
Kosher Ideas for Tu B'Shvat
Tu B'Shvat is "New Year for the trees." Jewish holiday traditions for Tu B'Shvat involve eating seven different fruits for which the Land of Israel is praised. A top kosher gift idea would be to assemble a simple basket containing honey, olives, figs, pomegranates, grapes, barley and wheat. Kosher foods with those ingredients would also make tasty kosher gifts.
Top Kosher Gifts for Purim
Purim brings some of the most festive Jewish holiday traditions into our homes. The Book of Esther is at the heart of the holiday.
Purim is also a holiday with fun costumes, revelry and wine, balance the day with healthy kosher gifts. A Jewish holiday tradition on Purism includes giving charity to at least two people. Also give two ready-to-eat kosher foods to friends, to symbolize kinship. Consider sending spicy salsa, guacamole, mixed nuts, gourmet dried fruits or a homemade bean salad, all kosher.
Written by Pam Gaulin
Dec
16
Wracking your brain for ideas on kosher gifts you can give in a corporate setting? If so, you are in luck. A variety of companies offer gift items created with the Jewish faith in mind. They are all food items, professional and perfect for workers at different levels of responsibility in the office. Here are three key suggestions.
Enstrom's Almond Toffee Squares. These sweets come in individual bronze packing and a tin. They are crunchy and decadent - just right for a man or woman in middle management who has a sweet tooth. Give them a tin and solidify your working relationship.
Kosherline's Tea and Dream Basket. Have a corporate buddy who can't wait for tea time? Then he or she will fall head over heals for this basket. It includes a variety of flavored teas ranging from apple delight to peppermint. Also, this Kosherline product includes little nibblers like buttermilk cookies, vegetable pate and cranny banany snack mix. Give this basket to the boss or head of your company and get one leg up the corporate ladder.
Challah's Connection's Tin. Get with a program that will both promote good will around the office and the corporate log. What is it? It's the Challah Connection Logo Tin Program. Here's how it works. You select a tin from a variety of colors and sizes, pick a treat to go in them like popcorn, nuts or chocolate and then e-mail a digital photo of your company logo to Challah Connection. Afterward, this gift maker will put it all together and ship it out to your company. Give these tins as gifts to the worker bees in your company at a corporate function or during the holidays. It will make them feel appreciated.
These three kosher gifts are just a few that are right for the corporate office. Visit the makers of each at their Web sites (Enstroms.com, ChallahConnection.com and Kosherline.com) for more ideas. They will help you meet the needs of everyone in your company.
Written by Stephanie Modkins
Dec
5
One of the most popular holiday gift ideas now is food. Food makes great gifts, whether as a corporate business gift or as a gift brought for the hostess of a holiday party or for friends and family. However, it is important in today's melting pot society that gifts be kosher -- especially if you know recipients are likely to follow Jewish dietary law.
Kosher Corporate Gifts
More and more, companies are offering gifts to clients and to employees. When looking for a corporate holiday gift idea, food is a great choice. There are wines, candies, dairy products, meat products and other gourmet food items that fall into the category of kosher. As long as you are on the lookout for kosher, it is possible to find a unique corporate gift -- or even custom corporate gifts -- of food that follows Jewish dietary laws.
When choosing food gifts, especially gourmet baskets for corporate gifts, it is a good idea to look for the OU symbol. This is a U encircled by an O. It represents the Orthodox Union and the most stringent definition of kosher. While there are other signs that indicate kosher, such as cRc, Kof-K, Triangle-K and Star-K, these designations may not suffice for all those following a stricter level of dietary law. Therefore, looking for the OU can help you when making decisions.
Another very important note about kosher corporate gifts is that you should not offer meat and dairy in a single gift. This is not kosher. Look for gift baskets that follow dietary laws, and, to be safe, avoid putting together gifts that present a conflict. Some ideas for individual kosher corporate food gifts include such things as toffees (like those offered by Enstrom's), wines (such as those offered by Lavina) and kosher cheese (like those offered through Kosheritalia). Indeed, you could put together a gourmet basket that included candy, wine and cheese.
Food gifts can be a great way to share the holiday spirit. And, if you know people following Jewish dietary law, kosher corporate gifts are the way to go.
Written by Jean Marquit
Dec
4
The holidays are fast approaching, so you are likely searching for delicious kosher recipes that can be served on the Sabbath or during holiday celebrations. Perhaps you want to experiment with new tastes, or maybe you are looking for new spins on your old favorites. Whatever the case, there are plenty of wonderful kosher recipes that will delight your palate.
Spinach Noodle Kugel
Giora Shimoni, About.com's kosher food guide, recommends Spinach Noodle Kugel, which combines familiar ingredients with the slightly briny taste of spinach. To make this dish, preheat your oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9-by-13-inch pan.
Combine 16 ounces of cooked fine noodles with 16 ounces of fresh, chopped spinach. Chop two onions, then sauté them in oil in a skillet and add them to the noodles and spinach in your pan. Mix everything with six beaten eggs, a half-cup of oil and 1.5 teaspoons of salt. Let it bake in the oven for about 45 minutes, then serve hot.
If you prefer, you can replace the spinach in this recipe with other favorite fresh vegetables, such as broccoli. Just make sure that you chop whatever vegetable you use and make sure it is as fine as possible.
Hummus
This is a family favorite for many Jews who keep kosher. It can make a lovely appetizer when entertaining guests or enjoying a pre-dinner snack with the family. Typically, hummus is served with pita wedges and is made with completely fresh ingredients.
The easiest way to make hummus is to combine about 20 ounces of chickpeas with two-thirds of a cup of tahini, two juiced lemons, four garlic cloves, 3 tablespoons of fresh chopped parsley and 1 teaspoon of salt in a food processor. Blend the concoction until it is smooth, then add a fine drizzle of olive oil and perhaps a sprinkling of paprika.
Some people add different ingredients to hummus, from pine nuts to black pepper to cumin. You can try different kosher recipes to see which ones you like the most, then make your own special version of hummus.
There are plenty of other kosher recipes that are perfect for the holidays. Kosher soup, brisket, stuffed turkey and mashed potatoes are all excellent choices, and you can use kosher wine to enliven many kosher recipes for a festive holiday touch. And for dessert, you might want to serve Enstrom's almond toffee squares.
Source: Giora Shimoni, Spinach Noodle Kugel, About.com
Written by Steve Thompson
Dec
2
Jewish holiday traditions celebrate faith, family, long-standing traditions and kosher food. Important aspects of some Jewish holiday traditions include gift giving and following stricter than usual kosher dietary laws.
Why Give Kosher for the Holidays?
For busy families, eating kosher is not possible at every meal. During the holidays, some families make a concerted effort to follow Jewish holiday traditions and eat kosher meals and give kosher gifts. Kosher giving shows respect for Jewish spirituality and overall health, and it pays homage to Jewish holiday traditions. Consuming kosher also teaches us to respect other living animals. It also teaches us self-discipline.
Kosher 101
When looking for kosher holiday gifts, keep in mind the three kosher categories of dairy, meat and pareve. Dairy and meat may not be consumed together or prepared together. Keep this in mind when looking for kosher gifts, as any product containing both meat products and dairy products would not be kosher.
Pareve is neither meat or dairy and can be eaten with either dairy foods or meat products.
Identifying Kosher Food Gifts
Kosher food gifts bear a "hechsher," or a symbol that ensures the food item meets the kosher standards of a supervising rabbi. One common hechsner is the OU of the Orthodox Union. The Star-K is another kosher symbol found on foods that you can find on products when shopping for kosher holiday gifts.
Kosher Gift-Giving Holidays
Kosher Holiday Gifts for Hanukkah
While it's usually children who receive gifts for Hanukkah, you can still partake in kosher giving at your family's or friend's Hanukkah party. In addition to the ceremonial menorah lighting, serving a dairy-based not meat-based meal is also becoming a popular Jewish holiday tradition for Hanukah. Because meat and dairy cannot be served or eaten together and remain kosher, a holiday with a kosher dairy-based meal is the perfect holiday to give the kosher gift of Enstrom's almond toffee.
Because the sweet treat is dairy based, it can be enjoyed without having to wait six hours after you've eaten the main meal to dive into the sweet kosher gift, as would be true with a meat-based holiday meal.
Remember to burn the used menorah's wicks or wrap them properly before discarding them.
Shavuot Kosher Giving
On Shavuot, Jewish holiday traditions historically include dairy-based meals. A top kosher gift for Shauvot would be some OU-certified kosher cheese. Another nice touch would be to give aromatic flowers with lush greens, for decorating the home.
Kosher Ideas for Tu B'Shvat
Tu B'Shvat is "New Year for the trees." Jewish holiday traditions for Tu B'Shvat involve eating seven different fruits for which the Land of Israel is praised. A top kosher gift idea would be to assemble a simple basket containing honey, olives, figs, pomegranates, grapes, barley and wheat. Kosher foods with those ingredients would also make tasty kosher gifts.
Top Kosher Gifts for Purim
Purim brings some of the most festive Jewish holiday traditions into our homes. The Book of Esther is at the heart of the holiday.
Purim is also a holiday with fun costumes, revelry and wine, balance the day with healthy kosher gifts. A Jewish holiday tradition on Purism includes giving charity to at least two people. Also give two ready-to-eat kosher foods to friends, to symbolize kinship. Consider sending spicy salsa, guacamole, mixed nuts, gourmet dried fruits or a homemade bean salad, all kosher.
Written by Pam Gaulin