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Growing taste for kosher boils in U.S. melting pot

Kosher has come a long way from designating merely a set of obscure dietary restrictions that are strictly observed by only a minuscule fraction of the world\’s population. According to a 2005 Mintel Organization International report, Kosher is a $14.6 billion industry and ranks among the fastest-growing segments in the retail food business.

The Ultimate Taste Test

While this was the third year for Kosher World, it was the first time the show joined with the ethnic and halal markets, under the umbrella of the World Ethnic Market.

Valentine’s Day.com

\”J-ated,\” as in \”jaded,\” might be the best way to describe the ennui that has set in among many JDaters these days, singles tired of the merry-go-round of endless possibility and disappointment.

In spite of that, or because of it, new dating Web sites seem to pop up every day.

Israel Real Estate Sales to Foreign Buyers on the Rise

Americans seeking to buy in Jerusalem prefer the neighborhoods of Talbiyeh, Rehavia, Katamon, Baka and Sha\’arei Hessed, and are willing to pay up to $1million for apartments of less than 100 square meters, Hershkowitz said. Recently they have discovered Nahlaot, he added, and many people are now buying their holiday homes in this more colorful part of Jerusalem.

Zagat for Dating

Here in Los Angeles, our services are more important than our dates. (I learned this the hard way by dating my mechanic\’s assistant — a budding screenwriter — and soon had to find a new mechanic. Not worth it.)

Watch Out Ladies, Dad’s Dating Again

Sure, I\’ve dated a fair amount, but the over-70 age range is one even I haven\’t yet ventured into. Don\’t have a clue as to what those gals have on their mind. But judging from the women I do know, I\’m guessing cats and jewelry wouldn\’t be too far off.

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