In this enlightening episode, we dive into the world of kosher fast-casual dining with Benjamin Haimoff, the innovative entrepreneur behind Smash House Burger. From his beginnings in dairy restaurants to pioneering a new concept in kosher fast food, Benjamin shares his fascinating journey and insights into the evolving kosher restaurant industry.

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### The Smash Burger Revolution
Benjamin e...

In this episode of Kosher Today, Menachem sits down with the inspiring Tanya Rosen, the powerhouse behind Nutrition By Tanya. Tanya shares her incredible journey—from aspiring lawyer to becoming a leading expert in nutrition, with centers helping thousands achieve their health and weight loss goals.

Together, they dive into:

• Tanya's personal story and what drove her to pivot from law to nutrition.
• The rise of health and welln...

Rabbi Sholem Fishbane is a prominent figure in the kosher certification world, serving as the Director of Kashrus for the Chicago Rabbinical Council (cRc) and the Executive Director of the Associated Kashrus Organizations (AKO). With an impressive educational background from Telshe Yeshiva in Chicago and Yeshivas Mir in Jerusalem, Rabbi Fishbane brings extensive knowledge and experience to the discussion.


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In today's episode, Menachem sits down with Kevin O'Brien, a pioneering figure in the kosher food industry. While not Jewish himself, O'Brien is widely recognized for establishing Glatt Kosher operations in Monsey, New York, and has become a respected authority on kosher food in the supermarket business.

Key Discussion Points:

• O'Brien's journey into the food and supermarket industry
• His fascinating entry i...

Join Menachem Lubinsky as he sits down with Raphi Bloom, the visionary behind TotallyJewishTravel.com, the internet's largest kosher travel website. This insightful discussion explores the evolving landscape of kosher travel in today's complex world.

- **TotallyJewishTravel.com Spotlight**
  - Unique features and offerings of the platform
  - What sets the website apart in the kosher travel space
  - ...

In this episode, we sit down with Rabbi Avrohom Marmorstein, whose diverse experience includes serving as the head of Kosher certification for the Fairway supermarket chain, leading a synagogue congregation, and conducting extensive research into Kosher history.

Topics discussed:

• How Kosher supervision (hashgacha) serves as a bridge for Jewish outreach (kiruv)
• The fascinating tale of a Kosher-certified Rastafarian restaurant
• An ins...

In this week's episode, Menachem Lubinsky sits down with Chaim Oberlander, the founder of KJ Poultry, to explore the fascinating world of kosher poultry production. 

**Topics Covered:**

1. The history and development of KJ Poultry's unique kosher chicken and turkey plant
2. How KJ Poultry became the world's largest kosher chicken processing facility
3. The distinctive aspects of KJ Glatt&apo...

Interview with Fleishig Magazine Founder

In this episode of Kosher Today, host Menachem sits down with the founder of Fleishig Magazine, the leading kosher lifestyle publication, to discuss the magazine's journey and various aspects of the kosher food scene.

Episode Highlights:

1. The Birth of Fleishig Magazine
   • Explore the origins and initial concept behind Fleishig Magazine
   • Insights into the magazine's early day...

In this episode, Menachem sits down with Susie Fishbein, the renowned kosher cookbook author. They discuss:

1. Susie's journey: From her first book to becoming a bestselling cookbook author, including her career change.
2. The evolution of kosher cookbooks in the culinary world.
3. Balancing dining out and home cooking in Jewish culture.
4. How the Jewish calendar transforms mothers into professional chefs out of necessity.
5. Susie's ap...

Join Menachem as he sits down with restaurant expert Elan Kornblum to discuss a variety of topics, including:

• The history and development of his food magazine
• Current restaurant market trends
• The impact of COVID-19 on kosher restaurants compared to non-kosher establishments
• The expanding kosher restaurant business across the country

In this enlightening episode of Kosher Today, listeners will gain valuable insights into the dyn...

The Surging Kosher Wine Industry

Guests:
- Nathan Herzog
- Jay Buchsbaum

Key Discussion Points:

1. The Development of Israel as a Major Wine Producer
   - Israel's rise as a prominent player in the global wine industry
   - Factors contributing to the growth and success of the Israeli wine sector

2. The Uniqueness and Popularity of Herzog Grape Juice
   - The story behind the Herzo...

In this episode, we explore the evolution of kosher stores into modern supermarkets with our guest Mayer Gold. Mayer shares his journey in the kosher food industry and provides insights into the development of large-scale kosher supermarkets.

Key Topics:
1. The history and evolution of kosher stores
2. The transition from small shops to large kosher supermarkets
3. Mayer Gold's career path in the kosher fo...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Kosher Today podcast! Host Menchem kicks off the series with a special guest, Rabbi Moshe Elefant, the Chief Operating Officer and Executive Rabbinic Coordinator of OU Kosher.

In this enlightening conversation, Menchem and Rabbi Elefant delve into:

• The intricacies of OU's kosher certification process
• Fascinating insights into the world of mashgichim (kosher supervisors)
• Behind-the-scenes...

The Kosher Today Podcast is hosted by Menachem Lubinsky, a pioneer who has shaped the kosher landscape for over three decades, this bi-weekly show launches on July 14th. Each episode will deliver breaking news, explore global kosher trends, and feature interviews with industry leaders. Lubinsky, known for founding Kosherfest and editing the Kosher Today newsletter, brings his unparalleled expertise to the airwaves. Whether you&apos...