Question 1

What is KashrusTV?

Accepted Answer

KashrusTV is the world's premier Orthodox Jewish streaming platform offering kosher Torah content, kashrut education, a kosher business directory, Jewish community events, and a marketplace for Judaica and kosher products.

Question 2

What is kosher (kashrut)?

Accepted Answer

Kosher (kashrut) refers to the set of Jewish dietary laws derived from the Torah (Leviticus 11, Deuteronomy 14) and codified in the Shulchan Aruch. These laws govern permitted and forbidden animals, ritual slaughter (shechita), separation of meat and dairy, wine supervision, and much more. KashrusTV provides comprehensive educational resources on all aspects of kashrut.

Question 3

How do I find kosher-certified restaurants and businesses?

Accepted Answer

KashrusTV's Business Directory lists verified kosher-certified restaurants, caterers, bakeries, grocery stores, and other businesses. Each listing includes kashrus certification details and contact information.

Question 4

What is the difference between Ashkenazi and Sephardic kosher customs?

Accepted Answer

Ashkenazi Jews (from Europe) follow the Rema's rulings and do not eat kitniyot on Passover, while Sephardic Jews (from Spain, North Africa) follow the Shulchan Aruch and permit kitniyot. Other differences include glatt meat standards and cholov yisroel requirements. KashrusTV's Learn section covers all community differences in detail.

Question 5

What kosher certification symbols are most trusted?

Accepted Answer

The most trusted kosher certification symbols include: OU (Orthodox Union — world's largest), OK Kosher, Star-K, Kof-K, CRC (Chicago Rabbinical Council), and Badatz Eidah Charedis (the strictest standard accepted globally). KashrusTV's Learn section covers each agency in detail.

Question 6

Is KashrusTV available for streaming on all devices?

Accepted Answer

Yes, KashrusTV is available on web browsers, smart TVs, Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, iOS, and Android devices — bringing kosher Orthodox Jewish content to every screen in your home.