by Dr. Kenneth Friedman | Dec 28, 2020 | Blogs, Blogs & Opinion, The Kosher Decanter
A strange New Year’s Eve is upon us, one unlike any other in our lifetimes. But one constant remains: The Bubbles Need to Flow! As many of us will celebrate with just our inner circle of loved ones this year, popping the perfect bottle of champagne or sparkling wine... read more
by Dr. Kenneth Friedman | Nov 24, 2020 | Blogs, Blogs & Opinion, The Kosher Decanter
Like many Americans in the midst of this (seemingly never-ending) pandemic, you might find yourself sitting alone this Thanksgiving. Perhaps you are planning to be with your closest loved ones. Thanksgiving is the perfect time to reflect upon this difficult year and... read more
by Dr. Kenneth Friedman | Nov 12, 2020 | Blogs, Blogs & Opinion, The Kosher Decanter
We live in an age where the word “organic” is viewed with a mixture of interest and suspicion, since many of us know the term is often bandied about with little regulation. As it applies to wine, you’ll see varying terms such as “organic,” “biodynamic,” and “natural.”... read more
by Dr. Kenneth Friedman | Oct 29, 2020 | Blogs, Blogs & Opinion, The Kosher Decanter
Ever heard of icewine? It may not be what you think, but this wine is a worthwhile exploratory journey for the curious wine lover, and one that many non-wine lovers will find enjoyable. Icewine gets its name literally. The beauty and character of what makes icewine... read more
by Dr. Kenneth Friedman | Sep 16, 2020 | Blogs, Blogs & Opinion, The Kosher Decanter
Rosh Hashanah brings with it the hope for a sweet new year. Here at The Kosher Decanter, the Jewish New Year brings the chance to pair up all of the special Rosh Hashanah dishes with top-notch wines. Rosh Hashanah is also a holiday full of symbolic foods and blessings... read more
by Dr. Kenneth Friedman | May 28, 2020 | Blogs, Blogs & Opinion, The Kosher Decanter
Recently, Jews around the world celebrated the two-day festival of Shavuot, which commemorates the revelation on Mount Sinai. For some of us, the renewed acceptance of our sacred Torah is paired with all things cheese, since the minhag, or custom, is to consume dairy... read more
by Dr. Kenneth Friedman | May 4, 2020 | Blogs, Blogs & Opinion, The Kosher Decanter
Here at the Kosher Decanter, we celebrate life, happiness and joy. Tomorrow is May 5th, and for many of us, this means we transform into El Decantador Kosher for Cinco de Mayo. (Disclaimer: Cinco de Mayo has been circled with a bright red Sharpie on our calendar... read more
by Dr. Kenneth Friedman | Apr 21, 2020 | Blogs, Blogs & Opinion, The Kosher Decanter
As kosher wine fans, we are fortunate to be living in — as I like to call it — the “Goldeneh Age of Kosher Wine.” Perhaps not since Temple times (and likely ever) has the world seen so many new and exciting ventures in kosher winemaking, particularly with... read more
by Dr. Kenneth Friedman | Mar 26, 2020 | Blogs, Blogs & Opinion, Passover During The Pandemic, The Kosher Decanter
The coronavirus pandemic has upended all of our lives in different ways. Alas, Passover is just around the corner, and although many of us will make our seder alone or with only our immediate family, wine still plays a central role as part of The Four Cups. Kosher... read more
by Dr. Kenneth Friedman | Mar 9, 2020 | Blogs, Blogs & Opinion, The Kosher Decanter
With the holiday of Purim upon us, many people think wine. Yes, I think wine daily, but for 24 hours I am joined by Am Yisrael, my Hebraic sisters and brothers. Purim begins tonight, Mar. 9, and runs throughout the day tomorrow, Mar. 10. I become more religious during... read more