Host a Shabbos Dinner for Israel
We are excited to announce a collaboration with the Jewish National Fund to do a Shabbos Project. We are not asking for money, we only ask you to open your home to those who need a place to stay. And if you sign up before March 21st you will receive a special Shabbos box, filled with Shabbos candle holders and other special items. This is for the week of May 2nd, so plenty of time to prepare. You can sign up here. Please see our Facebook post here.
For the first time, The Jewish Press is hosting an International Costume Contest! The deadline is in just a few hours (11:59 PM New York time March 19), so if you haven’t already, be sure to email your photos to enter. You can send the photos to [email protected], and they will feature as many photos as they can in their March 28 issue where you can vote for the best costumes. First prize is $180 Amazon gift card. Please see our Facebook post here.
Nuts Factory Hechsher Stopped by National Kosher Supervision
News for New York in all of the 5 boroughs. The National Kosher Supervision just announced that effective from March 3, they pulled the Hashgacha on all Nuts Factory locations in the 5 boroughs. They said that you should disregard all signs or posts that show Hashgacha and they will announce when and if Kosher supervision will resume. The reason is listed to be that the store had non kosher candies and such delivered to the store. Important to note from Rabbi Mehlman that this only applies to the standalone stores, but getting Nuts Factory products from supermarkets like Aron’s Kissena Farms or Bingo should be fine, as they have their own supervision. Please see our Facebook post here.
Timmy The Tuna Carving from AKIMORI at Kosher.com
Hosted by Fleishigs Magazine, I got the opportunity to join many influencers to watch an Akimori Tuna Carving. We watched a 158 pound Blue Fin Tuna from Mexico being sliced before our eyes and then had a Tuna feast. It was quite the night. Please see our Facebook post here and Instagram video here.
MANHATTAN
Les Lis Opens in Old Patis Location
The old location for Patis in the Arthouse Hotel in NYC has been taken over by a new bakery called Les Lis. One of our Facebook followers recently went and enjoyed her coffee and pastry there. Most of their pastries are Pareve, and there is Cholov Yisroel options for your coffee. Les Lis is under the Hashgacha of the OU. Please see our Facebook followers post here.
Bonito Dinner Experience Featuring Zusha this Saturday Night
Happening March 22th, Bonito 47 is having an unforgettable Dinner Experience featuring music from Zusha. Doors open at 9:30, cost $125, doors $150. There are VIP options available, and entrance will include the show and dinner with a sushi station, appetizers, and mains. Located at 114 W 47th St, New York, NY 10036. You can get your tickets here. Please see our Facebook post here.
Bonito Dinner Experience Featuring Aryeh Kunstler on March 29th
Happening March 29th, Bonito 47 is hosting an unforgettable Dinner Experience featuring music from Aryeh Kunstler. If you get tickets before March 22, they will only cost $125 and $150 at the door. The price includes entrance and craft buffet. There will also be bottle service, VIP tables, and Private rooms available. Bonito is located at 114 W 47th St, New York, NY, 10036. You can get your tickets by contacting them at [email protected] or call at (212) 209-8820. Please see our Facebook post here.
Nova Survivor Restaurant in NYC Pursuing Hechsher
Nova survivor Raif Rashed has announced that his restaurant Taboonia, which serves vegetarian Druze food, is in the process of getting a Hechsher from Rabbi Zev Shwarcz from IKC. The article gives a lot of information about Raif and his journey that brought him to the Nova Festival and what brought him to pursue a Kosher certification. Taboonia is located at 832 6th Ave, New York, NY 10001. Please see the article here.
BROOKLYN
Biazzara Opens in Crown Heights
One of our Facebook followers tried out the newly opened Biazzara restaurant on Kingston Avenue. They ordered the Pizza Margarita and said that it was great, especially if you like a saucy pizza. They also said that it was a little pricey, but since it is meant to be a bit more upscale, it was reasonable. Located at: 270 Kingston Ave, Brooklyn NY 11213. Please see our Facebook followers post here.
Glatt Mart’s Ira Sina Moving to Florida, managing KC Market
Glatt Mart’s long time Manager Ira Sina is moving down to sunny Florida, but Glatt Mart will be remaining open with new manager Avi Taibi. And with his departure comes a gain for KC Markets locations in Florida. Ira will not be retiring but will instead be taking over the management of all of KC’s locations. Ira is a dear friend of mine, and while I am sad to see him go, I will be back to visit him and his wife in Florida. Glatt Mart is located at 1205 Avenue M Brooklyn, NY, 11230. You can contact the store at (718) 338-4040 or on their website here. Please see our Facebook post here.
Glatt Mart Welcomes New Manager to The Team
As Glatt Mart’s Ira Sina leaves for Florida (see above), let’s meet the new meat manager of Glatt Mart. Avi Taibi had previously owned/operated Glatt Shop in Riverdale for 17 years and Glatt King in Brooklyn on avenue M for 10 years. With 27 years of experience Avi has become known for all things meat and anything related to the butcher department. And most of all, Avi is known for his great customer service and for always having a smile on his face. Ira has been getting Avi situated in the last few weeks, please be sure to stop by and wish Avi Hatzlacha on this new position. Located at 1205 Avenue M Brooklyn, NY, 11230. Please see our Facebook post here.
Abu Laffa OpensThose familiar with Sababa Bakery know that this has been coming. Abu Laffa has just opened inside, very exciting. They offer Pizzas, Paninis, Bourekas, a full Salad bar, and even Jachnoon on Friday’s. I grabbed a falafel when I was nearby for lunch, and it was fantastic. Located at: 540 Kings Highway, Brooklyn, NY, 11223. Please see our Facebook post here.
Amsterdam Burger in Brooklyn Introduces Steak Menu, Gets Rave Reviews
In case you missed it, Amsterdam Burger on Avenue J just released a steak menu recently, and it has already gotten some good reviews. One of our foodies went and spoke about how Amsterdam isn’t a place where you are going to sit down and be served by a waiter, you are just going to go and get a very decent meal for a reasonable price. Located at: 1316 Avenue J, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 Please see our Facebook followers post here.
Joseph’s Dream Burger Announces New Family Dinner Special
All of the locations of Joseph’s Dream Burger in Brooklyn are going to have a family dinner for 5 at a cost of $66.99. It is important to note that this deal is meant for a family of 2 adults and 3 children, as they have received a lot of requests for family friendly options that won’t break the bank and has suitable options for kids that won’t necessarily eat an entire burger. Click here for their website. Please see our Facebook post here.
LONG ISLAND
One of our Facebook followers recently announced in our group that Chiyoda will be celebrating its soft opening next week in Great Neck. They will be a Kosher Sushi and Chinese restaurant under the supervision of the VHQ. Located at: 20 South Station Plaza, Great Neck NY 11021. Please see our Facebook posts here.
Noir in Great Neck Has New Hours
Noir has announced that they are changing their hours, and they will now be closed on the two nototrius slow days of the year, Monday and Tuesday. Since those days are slow but you still have to pay for product and staff in case you do have service, it can cause many restaurants to fall short of success. They are now open 5-11 PM on Sundays and 6-10 PM Wednesday/Thursday. They are located at: 25 Cutter Mill Rd, Great Neck, New York, 11021. You can call them at (516) 880-2405. Please see our Facebook post here.
Bistro Burger Features New Lunch Special Menu
Bistro Burger recently announced a Lunch Special menu that is available Monday-Friday from 11 AM-3 PM. All choices come with an appetizer and a side of either French fries or mixed greens for $18. If you order it for takeout, it is an extra dollar. Bistro Burger is located at: 605 Middle Neck Rd., Great Neck, NY, 11023. Please see our Facebook post here.
Riesterer’s Was Prepared for St. Patrick’s Day (and all kosher)
Was driving past Riesterer’s in West Hempstead and saw that they are prepared for St. Patrick’s Day with some KOSHER Irish Soda Bread, Shamrock Cookies, Irish Creme Cakes and St. Joseph Pastry Kosher under the Vaad of Queens. Amazing. Riesterer’s is located at 282 Hempstead Ave, West Hempstead, NY 11552. Please see our Facebook post here.
Young Israel of West Hempstead Men’s Club Bingo and Wine Night
The Young Israel of West Hempstead’s Men’s Club presents their Bring Home the Brisket Bingo and Wine night where there will be exciting games of bingo with fun prizes, Kosher for Pesach Wine tasting, charcuterie boards from I&D Glatt, and some alcohol free mocktails from Jazz Age Cocktails Mixology. Tickets are $45 per board and $60 for 2 boards, and $20 per person for wine tasting. Make sure to reserve your spot now here. Please see our Facebook post here.
Egg prices just keep going down, and it’s about time. Bingo in Inwood is now selling a dozen X-Large eggs for just $2.99. It is important to note that all egg prices are going down with flu season coming to a close. Bingo in Inwood is located at 603 Burnside Ave, Inwood, NY 11096. Please see our Facebook post here.
QUEENS
Assemblyman Berger Honors Chosen Gardens
For more than 30 years, Chosen Garden in Forest Hills has served it’s community. Assemblyman Sam Berger recently decided to acknowledge this amazing feat and celebrated with them the 35th anniversary of the restaurant. Chosen Garden is located at 64-43 108th St, Forest Hills, NY 11375. Please see the article about it here.
MONSEY
Churrasko has started serving during lunch Sunday-Thursday from 11:30 AM-4 PM. There will be a small break before dinner service continues at 5 PM until closing at 11 PM. Churrasko is located at 368 NY-306, Monsey, NY, 10952. Please see our Facebook post here.
HUDSON VALLEY
New Ice Cream and Pizza Cafe Near Woodbury Commons
Woodbury Commons got a new kosher place nearby titled Hudson Ice Cream Cafe, but they also sell pizza as well as Ice Cream. They have a parking lot and seating available. It is located at 250 rt 32, Central Valley NY 10917. Please see our Facebook followers post here.
STATEN ISLAND
Spotted on Jewett Avenue and Victory Boulevard, the sign for Kaifeng is up. Kaifeng is Glatt Kosher Chinese Food, with one of our Foodies noting in the comments that there is one in London. This is in the location formerly of Island Wok. Please see our Facebook followers post here.
NEW JERSEY
Giddy’s in Toms River Closing Day To Day Operations
Anyone who is a fan of Giddy’s Pizzeria in Tom’s River, the restaurant announced that they will be closing their doors for day to day operations, but they will be keeping the space for special events and Sheva Brachot. Giddy’s used to be known as Sudo when they first opened in May of 2022 and changed to Giddy’s in September of 2024. Giddy’s also has a location in Highland Park that will remain open for normal operations. Giddy’s is located at 2360 Lakewood Road, Toms River, NJ in Toms River and 17 N 4th
Chop Chop Closing in Washington Heights, To Open in Englewood
News out of Washington Heights in New York. After celebrating their 15 year anniversary on March 15, Chop Chop will be closing it’s doors from that location in June or July of this year, but not to worry. They will be opening a location in Englewood soon as well. There will be more info to come, we will keep you updated as the news continues. Chop Chop in the Heights is located at 501 West 184 Street, New York, NY, 10033. The Englewood location will be 18 Engle Street, Englewood, NJ, 07631. Please see our Facebook post here.
RHODE ISLAND
Bubbie’s Market and Deli Closing
Bubbie’s Market announced that effective March 31 they will be closing and focusing all of their attention onto a full service catering company in Ahava Catering, which moving forward will be owned solely by Chef Freda Ronkin. Until closing, all non perishable grocery items will be 30% off and perishable refrigerator and freezer products will be priced as listed. There will not be any Kosher for Pesach products (outside what is generally sold year-round). Please see our Facebook here.
CONNECTICUT
Gveenah No Longer Under Hechsher
After much discussion, it was announced that Gveenah in West Hartford, Connecticut is no longer under the Hashgacha of the Hartford Kashrut Commission. It is recommended that for all questions regarding this you reach out to the HKC. The comments of the post note that Gveenah is now under the supervision of Rabbi Andre Malik, however some do not hold of that Hechsher. Please see our Facebook followers post here.
PHILADELPHIA
New Restaurant Stephen’s Cafe Opening Soon
It was recently announced that a new cafe called Stephen’s Cafe will be celebrating their Soft Opening on March 23, with a Grand Opening hoping for April 27. The soft opening will have a limited menu featuring coffee and pastries as well as Shevy’s Babka specialty items. The grand opening will feature their full menu. It will be located at the Chabad of Fairmount at 741 N 23rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19130. Please see our Facebook followers post here.
Public Calls For Hechsher Removal From NY Kosher Bagels
Recently the public has been calling for NY Kosher Bagels in Philadelphia to have their hechsher removed by Keystone-K. The owners’ non-English Facebook page was recently found and it was filled with antisemitic sentiments and connections, even referring to the October 7th tragedy on this Arabic page with celebration, and mocking his landlord for suggesting he put an Israeli flag in the stores’ window to stand in solidarity with Israel. A petition has been made to collect signatures to send to the Hechsher, please click here to sign. Please see our Facebook post here.
FLORIDA
W Steakhouse is The W Grand Venue
Those familiar with W Steakhouse in Boynton Beach will be happy to hear that the gorgeous venue is available for your parties. Whether a wedding, Bar or Bat Mitzvah, or the like, the venue on the golf course and country club is a great opportunity. All food is ORB Certified Kosher. Contact them at (561) 374-0370 to learn more. Please see our Facebook post here.
W Steakhouse is The W Grand Venue
Those familiar with W Steakhouse in Boynton Beach will be happy to hear that the gorgeous venue is available for your parties. Whether a wedding, Bar or Bat Mitzvah, or the like, the venue on the golf course and country club is a great opportunity. All food is ORB Certified Kosher. Contact them at (561) 374-0370 to learn more. Please see our Facebook post here.
Cast Your Vote For Ostrow Brasserie
Chef Olivia and Ostrow Brasserie are finalists in Avenutra Magazine’s Best of 2025 Awards! Olivia is on the ballot for best chef, and her restaurant is on the ballot for best brunch. Let’s help the bring in the victories as they are the only candidates that are Jewish/Jewish owned. Voting closes April 10, and the winners will be announced in August. You can cast your vote here. Ostrow Brasserie is located at 4850 NW 2ND AVE, Miami, FL, 33127. Please see our Facebook post here.
For all of those in the Tampa area, Crembo Cafe is currently certified Kosher under the Hashgacha of Rabbi Mendy Dubrowski. All items sold are Cholov Israel and Pas Yisroel. All fruits and vegetables that require checking and washing are done so according to Halacha, and all Pareve items are prepared in separate Keilim. Any questions about the supervision of Crembo should be directed to Rabbi Dubrowski. Crembo is located at 522 N Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606. Please see our Facebook followers post here.
Street Hibachi Momentarily Closed
In case you missed it, Street Hibachi is momentarily closed. Unfortunately, one of our foodies found that out the hard way after making a reservation there and going to the restaurant to find out that it was closed. Once they reopen, you can find them at 3599 NE 207th Street, Aventura, FL, 33180. Please see our Facebook followers post here.
Avraham Fried Spotted at Cafe Noir
Life is full of pleasant surprises. Just ask Boris, the Mashgiach at Cafe Noir. He had the honor and pleasure of meeting Jewish celebrity Avraham Fried as he stopped in for a bite to eat. Just goes to show you, you never know who you are going to run into on any particular day. Head to Cafe Noir at 3000 Stirling Road suite 112, Hollywood, FL, 33312. Please see our Facebook post here.
Barrel Wine & Cheese Offers Pesach Wine Deal
Restaurant and Wine store Barrel Wine & Cheese is offering a deal on online orders for wine. If you order a mixed case of wine from them you will get a $50 gift card to the restaurant. And as a tip if you don’t know what wine to get, you can order one of the mixed case subscriptions. Those cases feature wines hand picked by owner Allison Sarbin herself. Barrel Wine & Cheese is located at 419 N Federal Highway, Hallandale Beach, 33009. Please see our Facebook post here.
Alma Steakhouse Features Live Music This Saturday Night
Alma Steakhouse will be open Motzei Shabbos and are featuring live music performance from Asaf Levi. You can reserve now by calling them at (305) 433-1016. Alma Steakhouse is located at 501 Silks Run, Hallandale Beach, FL, 33009. Please see their Facebook post here.
For the first time in Miami Open history, there will be Kosher food. Rabbi Yaakov Menaker from Chabad at the stadium along with Raul Iojes have been preparing for the event. It is a food truck that will be running until March 30th, of course closed on Shabbos. Please see our Facebook followers post here.
CHICAGO
Owner of Taboun Grill Passes Away
Very sad news out of Chicago. Shamir Otani, longtime owner of Taboun Grill, passed away. He was a very kind and gentle man and he will be missed deeply. He is being flown to Israel for burial and a page has been set up for people to donate to help with the expenses. Whether you have been to Taboun or not, please consider donating here. Please see our Facebook post here.
LAS VEGAS
Krispy Kreme in Las Vegas Not Kosher
It was announced recently that all Krispy Kreme locations in Las Vegas are no longer Kosher. One of our Vegas Foodies shared the news, getting their info from kids school and Aish. Please keep this in mind. Please see our Facebook followers post here.
Vaskers Bakery Call be temporarily closed for renovations. The space is going to get a nice upgrade, more info to come on how the space looks and when to expect re-opening. Vaskers is located at 4235 S Fort Apache Rd #250, Las Vegas, NV 89147. Please see our Facebook post here.
PANAMA
New Restaurant Miznon Arrives in Panama City
Panama City has a new restaurant in the form of Miznon. The restaurant is one of multiple locations that specializes in Mediterranean flavors. This is a new location for the franchise, with locations in New York and New Jersey, and elsewhere worldwide. This Miznon is located at Centro Comercial Pacific Center Local 307. Please see our Facebook post here.
Yoss Burger Introduces New Burger
The burger joint of Panama brings something new to BurgerWeek 2025 with their Staff Burger. It is available only until April 6, so get it while you can. It comes with a side of seasoned natural potatoes and and ice cold Coca-Cola for $14.99 when you pay with Visa. Yoss Burger is located at Paitilla Mall, local 9 and 10. Panama City. Please see our Facebook post here.
POLAND
Cafe Hafuch is a new Kosher certified coffee shop/cafe in Krakow. Our Facebook follower visited and said that they have great coffee, pastries, and even lokshen Kugel. They are under the Kosher certification of Rabbi Shuldrich, a local Rabbi. If you are in Poland, you can find them at Józefa 25, 31-056 Kraków, Polan and their phone number is +48 881 054 488. Click here for their Instagram page. Please see our Facebook followers post here.
