Three cultures mix it up at huge expo
One can understand Cool Passion ("The Drink of the Aztec Gods"), Kosher Cajun New York Deli, Hot & Joy steak sauce, Rip 'n Ready chili, and the World's First Latke Snack at a food show devoted to Kosher, Latino and Asian food.
But Jerky of the Jews?
"No one else makes kosher beef jerky," explained Jonathan Waldstreicher, co-owner of Kosher Heaven.
Waldstreicher and four fellow Brandeis University grads decided at a friend's wedding they needed to invent or produce something. And that something turned out to be jerky, which they nicknamed Jerky of the Jews. Why jerky?
"Because I like it and no one else was making kosher jerky," Waldstreicher replied.
Who's to argue? Jerky of the Jews was one of scores of products on display at a trio of food shows held last week at the Jacob K.
Sending love from home
The turkey has been eaten and Christmas will soon be here, and it is time to make those plans for sending packages to loved ones serving their country overseas.
Sending packages to the those serving overseas in the military can be an ordeal, but proper planning and organization can help aid in making sure the gifts arrive on time.
White County Post Office window clerk Terry Speck said because many parcels sent to the military are stacked and housed in an outward post until the load is large enough to fill a truck, it is wise not to send perishable or breakable items. Regulations prohibit sending pork and pork products. Do not send beef jerky, fruit, animals, living plants and alcoholic beverages.
According to Speck, 70 pounds is the maximum parcel allowed, and it cannot exceed 108 inches - length plus circumference.
