Yudel's "Rest-of-the-Story"
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Lotus cookies has kashrus issues and is not recommended, many bakeries are using them.
A very reliable European Rav knowledgeable in kashrus has verified that there are kashrus issues of concern.
Monday, January 13, 2025
Monday, January 06, 2025
Sunday, January 05, 2025
Alert: Prioritizing Safety in Lakewood's and Central Jersey's Changing Landscape
Numerous episodes have been happening at the local restaurants, inappropiate language, inappropiate touching, the rest one can figure out.
Alert: Prioritizing Safety in Lakewood's Changing Landscape
Over the past few years, Lakewood has undergone significant changes—shifts that may not align with the original vision of Reb Ahron and Reb Shnuer, Z"L.
Some concerning incidents have occurred in various establishments. While we won’t delve into specifics at this time, it’s clear that vigilance is essential.
Our Recommendation:
Always ensure accompaniment for safety and guidance—whether as an individual or part of a group. Having someone alongside you provides protection, support, and peace of mind as you navigate these changes.
Stay safe and make mindful choices to uphold the integrity and spirit of our cherished community.
The Hashgocha says as long there aren't constant violations of kashrus and their fees to the Hashgocha are timely, that is our only responsibility.
Important Kashrus Alert: Food Service Establishments in the Monsey Area
Important Kashrus Alert: Food Service Establishments in the Monsey Area
We have received numerous inquiries regarding kashrus standards in food service establishments throughout the Monsey area. This topic has been the subject of much discussion, and unfortunately, there has been significant activity from self-proclaimed "wannabes" in the kashrus field.
Currently, there are two overlapping organizations claiming to provide information and oversight, whose emblems are often displayed prominently. Additionally, CHAMA (Chevra Mivakshei HaKashrus) is another entity in the area, which also provides mashgichim for establishments.
Having been involved in the food service kashrus field for nearly 50 years, we have been fortunate to have Siyata Di’Shmaya in uncovering serious issues in numerous establishments. Based on our extensive experience, we must issue the following guidance:
Bottom Line:
As of Chanukah 5758, we cannot recommend relying on these organizations for kashrus certification. Instead, the reliability of a food service establishment often depends on the owner, manager, and mashgiach. If these individuals are known to be truly yir’ei shamayim (G-d-fearing), there may be more reason to trust the establishment. However, this requires careful discernment. Tjhese Organizations are actually a מכשיל את הרבים, ר"ל
To ensure your safety and adherence to proper kashrus:
- Bring your own food whenever possible.
- Avoid consuming vegetables from food service establishments that require bedikas toloyim (checking for insects), as this is often mishandled.
We urge the community to exercise caution and prioritize the highest standards of kashrus in all food-related decisions.
Friday, January 03, 2025
Update-2: Avoid the rush-Get your trees cut or branches trimmed. Glassman- Shomer Shabbos- insured
Avoid the mad-rush,
Thursday, January 02, 2025
Synopsis: Ninth Circuit Rules on Ministerial Exception in Kosher-Certification Dispute
The Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the ministerial exception applies to the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America (OU) in a lawsuit filed by Yaakov Markel, a mashgiach (kosher supervisor). Markel alleged unpaid overtime and unmet promises of promotion and wage increases, arguing that the claims involved secular matters.
Circuit Judge Ryan D. Nelson, writing for the majority, affirmed the lower court's decision that the OU is a religious institution, and the role of a mashgiach qualifies as ministerial. The court held that the ministerial exception, grounded in the First Amendment, bars Markel’s claims, as his work was essential to OU’s religious mission of kosher certification. The court emphasized that delineating religious and secular decisions within religious institutions could lead to unconstitutional entanglement between church and state.
The ruling also extended the ministerial exception to protect individual defendants, such as Rabbi Nachum Rabinowitz, from employment-related claims brought by ministerial employees. Circuit Judge Gabriel P. Sanchez concurred with the outcome but disagreed that the exception could apply to purely secular disputes.
The case underscores the constitutional principle that religious institutions’ decisions, even if appearing secular, are often intertwined with religious doctrine and are thus shielded from judicial interference under the ministerial exception. The decision is significant in defining the scope of the ministerial exception within religious organizations providing services for profit.
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
UPDATE: A little knowledge in kashrus can be very dangerous! Due to infeststion, one may NOT use J&R produce at all!כסלו 5758
Matzav.com has received an advisory from the Va’ad HaKashrus of the Five Towns and Far Rockaway, which is guided by Rav Yosef Eisen, claims to be an expert in insect infestation. (Factually, he isn't an expert in infestation)
The Vaad advises that there is a report of very high infestation in fresh red cabbage. Small white insects can only be detected if the cabbage is opened on top of a light box. This is extremely tedious and impractical.
The following sources are acceptable to be used: Pos'tiv Cabbage, Romaine, lettuce and all other of their items
Red cabbage from whole heads may not be used until the end of August. END of article
Note: The bugs don't know when August ends, nor can they read "insect-free"
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Sunday, December 15, 2024
DR. PEPPER SODA-Times have changed!- You heard right, we wouldn't drink it
DE JA VU- Another kosher certifier recently removed their Hashgocha as the Mashgiach was playing games
What I don’t understand is why Tornopol allows this company to still be used in his establishments. He dropped and then bad mouthed them but still allows them to be used. Sounds like more to the story than..
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Sunday, December 08, 2024
In Kashrus Hashgochas, What's worse- "Ignorance" or "apathy"?
They have the KCL = Stands for Kosher? Corrupt?? Lousy no hashgocho?
Friday, December 06, 2024
KCL-CATERING STANDARDS QUESTIONED?
More disappointing was it to learn that the “Rabbonim” who certified the [KCL] never visited any of their certified establishments. The affair under their certification which was being held in a non-kosher facility.
Dear Rabbi ........ BS”D
Tuesday, December 03, 2024
Coaching Vs Therapists
https://www.noomii.com/article/coaching-vs-therapy
Coaching vs. Therapy
Coaching and Therapy
Coaching | Therapy |
---|---|
Client is emotionally and psychologically healthy | Client is emotionally unwell and in needs healing |
Focuses on the present and future | Focuses on dealing with the past |
Driven by goals and taking action | Driven by unresolved issues and feelings |
Works toward a higher level of functioning | Works to achieve understanding and emotional healing |
Results-based and focuses on exploring solutions | Explores the root of problems and offers explanation |
Asks, “Where would you like to be and how can you get there?” | Asks, “How did that make you feel?” |
Acts on information | Absorbs information |
Done over the phone, internet or in person | Done in an office setting |
Coach and client collaborate on solutions | Therapist is the ‘expert’ |
Contact between sessions expected (accountability and wins) | Contact between sessions for crisis and difficulties only |
Update: Re: שלום בית issues: Lakewood "therapists & Mentors" are רודפים
Protect our children?
Don't push "Ritalin" on them like lollipops.
Ritalin? sure! so the School administrators can provide paying clients to their therapists.
Don't let Therapist [Terrorists](backed by Rabbonim) to break apart families. [Their success rate in at 99%]
She is throwing her children to the dogs. That's what revenge is.
Don't work in unison to support financially the therapists, by sending the parents, the children, etc. to therapy.
That's perhaps why children lost their respect for Rabbonim!
Don't allow the מקוה to break families. Terrorists & Rabbonim do it constantly R"L
מקוה schedules in WG are by pay-for-play?
Get rid of the ones in charge, from the Rabbonim down. Get rid of the corruption in WG.
Don't play dumb.
Lakewood שלום בית-Therapists (terrorists) are not the solution, they are the root of the problem!
The result has been a large increase in the issuance of RO’s to Yeshiva Leit. The proper response is to go to Bais Din and request that they commence proceedings to render the sender of the RO a מורדת. If the Bais Din sees that there is no justification for the RO and the issuer does not retract they will commence with the proceedings. The details of what Bais Din has to do are described in Even HaEzer Siman 77.
A second benefit is that after the proceedings are finalized there are financial advantages such as no KESUBAH (see Siman 77 for more details)
A third benefit is after 12 months you can give a GET on your terms, and remarry according to most Poskim without a HETER MEIOH RABBONUM if she refuses to accept the GET (see Siman 77 for more details).
A fourth benefit is public relations “He left her because she was a מורדת sounds better than “she threw him out”.
Lakewood - the-rishus-continues-when-will-it-end- The therapists, etc are the group responsible- Sidom at it's best
The Lakewood therapists, etc and their Rabonim etc ( a mafia style) are the group responsible for shalom Bayis issues, separations, divorces, breaking up families, etc.
We have been monitoring the methods and results of these so called therapists, etc for the past few years.
It's not as bad as you think, it's much worse!.
"Rishus" is too mild of a description.
Guest comment. [Hefker velt]
http://hefkervelt.blogspot.com/2015/12/hefker-velt.html#comment-form
Its a Hefker velt, thats exactly how to describe what goes on when dealing with the sensitive issue of shalom bayis and R'L divorce. There is no responsible system set up, no trusted agency al pi Torah and halacha.
No communal standard that everyone adheres to, or even a bes din to turn to. Its unfortunate that so many homes are shattered as a result of total incompetence, inexperience in dealing with the issues and problems of shalom bayis.
Its a Hefkervelt when any Askan, therapist, social worker or Rav, can do what they want with no accountability for their actions. They get away with it time and time again. There is no mirsas, no fear, no repercussions its do what ever you please. They dont have to answer up to anybody.
Take one side of a story, give bad advice, dont do basic homework or due diligence its only nefashos were dealing with. So what if you have no experience in shalom bayis issues, who says you cant take it on all by yourself? no one is stopping you. No guidelines set in place making sure all
Monday, December 02, 2024
Sunday, December 01, 2024
A number of Yungrleit got scammed by dishonest car sales
If you don't get the title in hand?-DON'T PAY.
They are known to give false temporary plates also.
proper verified ID is crucial.
Sunday, November 24, 2024
The biggest Holocaust ever, is taking place in Israel by the Israeli leftist, chilonim, etc. Their fake Concerns about the Hostages?, only to take down the BIBI Government!
PS -Stop the Abortions, you'll have 30,000 soldiers annually, without the Chareidim at all.
Note: In the army, it's 100% abortions!
Given Data:
- Jewish births (mostly by the frum) in Israel in 2021: Approximately 135,639
- Legal abortions in Israel (mostly by chilonim) in 2021: Approximately 16,508 (99.5% of 16,591)
- Estimated illegal abortions in Israel: Approximately 15,000
- Arabs don't allow abortions
Total Abortions (Legal + Illegal):
Ratio of Jewish Births to Total Abortions:
Ratio=Total abortions Jewish births=31,508 v.135,639≈4.3Percentage of Abortions Compared to Jewish Births:
To calculate the percentage of abortions relative to Jewish births:
Percentage=(Jewish births Total abortions)×100=(135,63931,508)×100≈23.2%Final Results:
- There are approximately 4.3 Jewish births from the Frum for every abortion (legal and illegal) mostly from the Chilonim.
- Abortions account for approximately 23.2% of Jewish births in Israel.
Thursday, November 21, 2024
DE JA VU- מדה כנגד מדה
IDF Issued 1,126 Arrest Warrants To Bnei Yeshivos
ICC issues arrest warrants for Israel's Netanyahu, Gallant and Hamas leader
מידה כנגד מידה DEJA VU
The Israeli High Court rules against the Chareidim,
The International High Court rules against Israel and the West Bank.
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Monday, November 18, 2024
Israel and Lakewood through the Eyes of the Moetzes.
Israel will never finish with the Arabs as long as they abuse the Bnei Yeshivas and the Charedim.
Israel will continue their Harassment of the Bnei Yeshiva, et al as long as Lakewood continues their abuse of the Bnei Yeshiva through their Vaad, KCL and Freezer.
מהרסיך ומחריביך ממך וכו'
Israeli Rabanut's letter re: concerns of cross contamination of their kosher meat with the non-Glatt SBD & MEALMART BEEF.
26 Iyar 5784, Monday, 03/06/24
To the Honorable Rabbinical Committee Members:
Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu Shlit"a Rabbi Yitzchak Ralbag
Shlit"a Rabbi Eliezer Simcha Weiss Shlit"a
CEO Rabbi Yehuda Cohen y”u Legal Advisor Mr. Harel Goldberg
y”u
Subject: Plan for the "Les Feyder" Plant in
Uruguay
Due to the unique high speed of slaughter and inspection at
the "Les Feyder" plant, which operates at approximately 120 to 140
animals per hour, a request has been made to establish a program that adheres
to the stringent standards of rabbinical kosher supervision while accommodating
this high speed.
At the committee’s request, I have formulated two possible
plans, with the second being preferred according to kosher standards:
- Approved
speed up to 120 animals per hour.
- Five
knife inspectors with the following roles:
- Two
slaughterers alternating, each slaughtering one animal per minute,
including washing and preparing knives for the next slaughter.
- Two
simultaneous slaughterers.
- One
additional knife inspector to support and handle knives that need
adjustments.
- The
inspectors must remain in the slaughter area throughout the entire
process, except during factory breaks.
- Two
internal inspectors checking alternately, each inspecting their designated
color-coded animals.
- Two
external inspectors working simultaneously, each focusing on their
color-coded animals.
- The
team leader will replace the external inspectors every 40 minutes.
Important Note: This plan can only be executed if all
team members adhere strictly to the outlined procedures. If not followed
precisely, significant kosher issues could arise. Based on past experience, it
has been proven that the speed of slaughter and inspection can reach up to 140
animals per hour in this plant.
To avoid problems and ensure proper adherence to kosher
standards, I suggest the plant operate with six slaughterers divided into two
teams of three each. Each team should consist of two slaughterers and one knife
inspector, with an additional inspector for marking and handling non-kosher or
kosher animals.
Additional Notes:
- There
must be a supervisor present in the room where heads, tongues, and cheeks
are processed, ensuring proper preparation and sealing of the boxes for
transfer.
- Past
infractions have shown that soaking and salting times were not adhered to
properly. It is essential to ensure these processes meet the required
durations.
- The
water temperature for soaking must not drop below 7°C.
- Due
to morning slaughter by American teams, the plant must prioritize the Rabanut’s
kosher certification process, ensuring thorough cleaning before Rabanut kosher beef use. In order to avoid cross-contamination of the American beef with the
Rabanut’s beef.
- The
plant is equipped with security cameras; it is advised that the rabbinical
team should have access to these cameras to monitor all workstations.
- The
plant must send an official letter, signed by a notary, committing to work
according to these guidelines in both slaughter and inspection processes.
In prayer that no mishap will occur through us,
Sincerely,
Rabbi Avraham Buchbut Director of Meat Processing Plants and
Butcheries
SBD and ALLE/MealMart et al staff signed a deceptive letter in order to protect their jobs R"L- The Israeli Rabanut in a letter declared it as NON-GLATT !
Question- Any one signed on this obviously inaccurate letter intended to mislead the Tzibur, Are they acceptable for any other shechita?
Ask your Rav.
UPDATE: Rabbi Hatchual's SBD "NON-GLATT"
According to the latest from Israeli Rabbanut sources.
The above-mentioned meat should not be considered as GLATT at this time, until the proper changes are made, including Cameras that are monitored online.
We will advise when the changes are in place.
Update-2: Cleveland's Mehadrin oilum consumed SBD & MealMart, till they discovered that it was all non-Glatt at best- "time to kosher utensils"
Why is Cleveland so behind in kashrus, they are always hiding, no transparency.
"Cleveland kosher" and above establishments kashrus, operates Right out of the Star-K's guidebook on deception
Is it kosher?
Is their kashrus something that I'm comfortable with?
When one operates with deception, one can never know.
Kosher Consumers take heed.
Cleveland Kosher is a Star-K puppet,
Cleveland kosher learned deception from the masters of deception.
SBD by Chacham Hatchual et al- current situation- Non-Glatt at best- TRUTH V. UN-TRUTHS-Their reputation, truths is not one of their strong points!
Some of the Questions to be
asked about the SBD Slaughtering at the Las Piedras Plant in Uruguay: Is it any
different in any of their other plants? Unlikely!
- Question-Can
a shochet (ritual slaughterer) over 80 years old who can barely walk be
trusted as a knife inspector that one can rely on?
- Answer- If the answer is yes, it is against
the Halacha (Jewish law), and if the answer is no, this is what is
happening there.
- Question-Is it permissible to slaughter at a
speed of 130 or more per hour when two slaughterers are present, one
slaughtering and the other inspecting?
- Answer- If so, it is contrary to the clear
Shulchan Aruch (Code of Jewish Law), which states that the knife
inspection requires a clear mind and time. If this is forbidden, then this
is what is happening there.
- Question-Is it possible to inspect the knife,
slaughter the animal, wash the knife twice, and also fix the knife all
within less than 25 seconds?
Answer-Certainly, it is not possible, and anyone who says
it is possible does not know factually what they are talking about.
- Question-According to their opinion, is it
permissible to check the knife after every two animals and not after each
one?
Answer-If so,
they should bring a Halachic proof, because according to most poskim (Jewish legal authorities), it is
forbidden, and if it is forbidden, then that is why are they are doing there.
- Question-Can it be that a slaughterer can
slaughter animals at a speed of 130 per hour, one after the other, without
needing to fix the knife for at least twenty minutes?
Answer- If they think it is possible, let them show the
world the trick to doing it, because every experienced honest slaughterer knows
that the answer is that it is impossible, and if not, then this is exactly what
they are doing.
- Question-Can an internal lung inspector
inspect 130 animals per hour, which means 20 seconds per animal, and also
be aware of the entire condition of the lung in those 20 seconds? Note: He
must check both sides of the lung.
Answer-If they think it is possible, they must be dealing
with angels. And if they think it is not possible, then why are they doing it
this way?
- Question-Can an external lung inspector
thoroughly check around 100 lungs per hour, one by one?
Answer-Every experienced truthful external lung inspector
knows that it is not simple and cannot reach the level of Glatt, definitely not "mehadrin"
(strict adherence) with such inspection. But they are doing this consistently.
- Question-Does the act of hiding the
slaughtering process by placing guards at the factory entrance to prevent
anyone from entering, and rejecting any attempt by professionals to visit
the slaughter, indicate that there is something to hide?
Answer-The answer is simple: whoever hides has good
reasons to hide their actions, which are done in darkness. In this case, the
actions were unexpectedly revealed as mentioned in the above questions.
- Question- Can a shochet who fears for his
livelihood and is forced to sign a letter full of lies still be trusted,
in general, and specifically in slaughter?
Answer-No one can be trusted, no matter who they are if
they have a direct connection to their financial interests or of the owner.
Certainly, if they fear & know that if they do not sign the false letter,
they will lose their job as a slaughterer.
Conclusion- The current system does not qualify even as
plain Glatt, R”L.
They must immediately Fix
their actions and organize the slaughter process. Instead of getting angry at anyone
who exposes the truth or writing letters that have nothing to do with the
truth, they should correct things truly. Then, bring in expert neutral
slaughterers to check and see if the things are being done as they should.
Anything else will fail. Unless they do not believe Torah MI ‘Sinai and don’t believe
in the after-world.