Non-Kosher Restaurant

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Answered by Aaron Abadi

Dear Aba, Certainly! We are in the process of redoing the website. There will be a new section specifically explaining in detail all the rules for eating at such non-Kosher restaurants and hotels. Until then, those who are unsure of the rules, should email or post specific items, or keep out of those places until you learn all the rules. The problem is that a large amount of our religious businessmen and travelers end up eating in these places, with or without this website. Being that they are not told anything, they eat fish and vegetables that are Bishul Akum (cooking of a non-Jew), and cheeses anywhere. Many will feel that they're not keeping Kosher that well, so why not eat something a bit worse already. They're eating french fries, which is cooked in the same oil as the chicken. To say not to eat at these places at all until we post all the rules in detail, might would be counterproductive. There are some basics that we addressed many times. These I think can be eaten without special knowledge. For example... ......only eat in a clean place, for many reasons..... > Tuna sandwich with tomato on a bagel, or on bread that you know has no lard or animal fat, is OK. > Smoked Salmon the same way, without any cream cheese, and/or with Capers are OK. > Cut up bug-free vegetables raw as a salad, is OK. But the dressing should either come in a little pack, or use olive oil. Or make your own dressing by mixing mayo & Ketchup. > Cut up bug-free fruits are OK. > Plain Sorbet is OK > Plain Pita is Ok > The following items are OK: Milk (Skim, regular, lowfat, half & half) Butter Drinks, other than those containing more than 1/6th wine. (includes....coffee, soda, gatorade, Cafe Latte, Juice, Beer, etc...) Cans of Vegetables, put directly into a plate and even warmed up in a clean microwave, or cover the plate. Tuna from the can Basic roasted nuts People! Stay tuned for the full list of items that you can eat. Always look out for "cheese," "Lard," "animal fat," animal shortening," "chicken fat," "beef," and any non-kosher fishes. I hope this resolves the issue. If not, please fax me ASAP. With love & respect, Aaron