In honor of the Jewish new year, try one of these kosher catering ideas meant to please crowds of any creed, in the office or at an event.
1. Lowell Bernstein grew up in L.A. and always had a great appreciation for Latino culture, but the food didn't jive with his dietary restrictions. Now, he's joined forces with partners to enter the food-truck craze with the new Takosher truck, which bills itself as the nation's first certified glatt kosher taco truck. Glatt kosher certification means that contents and preparation of the tacos maintain the highest level of quality. Natural, preservative-free ingredients are cooked, assembled, and served in a highly sanitary, strictly supervised environment. Menu items include the "Original Brisketaco," braised and slow-cooked with chili sauce, sauerkraut, and raisins for a touch of sweetness and a little spiciness. Or for vegetarian guests, "El Fujitas" is baked tofu marinated in mesquite and garlic, then sautéed fajita-style with grilled peppers and onions and a squeeze of lime. The truck started roaming the streets on September 12, and is available for event booking.
2. To coincide with its Los Angeles release, Chozen kosher ice cream unrolled its fourth flavor, Apples & Honey, this month. Based on the tradition of dipping apples in honey to symbolize the hope for a sweet year ahead, the new flavor is made with vanilla ice cream with swirls of thick honey and a subtle apple flavor. Apples & Honey joins a lineup of flavors from the brand (which is 100 percent family owned and operated) including Ronne's Rugelach, Matzoh Crunch, and Coconut Macaroon. Prices range from $4.99 to $5.99. Try a few cartons for a meeting-break pick-me-up.
