Posts Tagged ‘ ethical kashrut ’

Jewniverse

Jewniverse
Jewish culture and history are full of fascinating, obscure, and amazing treasures. Some of them have been buried for thousands of years. Others are popping up in Broadway musicals, musty bookstores, and around the Internet as YouTube sensations. Jewniverse discovers them and sends you the scoop.

Jews and Foie Gras

September 28, 2012
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Foie gras is like fashion: one day it’s in, the next day it’s out. The state of California recently joined the list of places that have banned the production and sale of the gourmet favorite—which is made from the liver of a goose or duck that has been fattened up…

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Holy Pigging Out

January 13, 2011
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Can the physical act of eating be a spiritual experience? Judaism offers different blessings as a way…

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