Chicago Kosher Foodies

04/19/2026

04/16/2026

Trader Joe’s is one step closer to Lincolnwood.

Permits have been filed for 6191–93 N. Lincoln (store #860), and after months of rumors, it’s now moving forward — they went before the Village today for final approvals.

The space is expected to be about 12,500 square feet, right in line with a standard Trader Joe’s.

For many nearby, this is a big deal — Trader Joe’s carries a wide variety of unique kosher products you usually have to travel for.

04/14/2026

Special of the Month at Sandwich Club:

Crunch Mac Supreme.

Homemade burger with lettuce, pickles, grilled onions, and Thousand Island, wrapped in a tortilla and grilled.

Served with fries, coleslaw, and a pickle.

04/12/2026

Opening day today!

03/29/2026

The Wittenberg Matzoh Co. was a pioneering Jewish-owned bakery in Chicago, Illinois, active from the late 19th to early 20th century. Founded by Levy Wittenberg in 1885, it became one of the city's earliest producers of kosher matzoh, symbolizing the growth of Chicago's Jewish community and its food industry.

Levy Wittenberg, born in Russia in 1850, immigrated to the United States in 1880 and settled in Chicago by the mid-1880s. He established the Wittenberg Matzoh Company at 1326 South Jefferson Street, producing traditional unleavened bread central to Passover observance. The company was formally incorporated in 1901 as L. Wittenberg Company with a capital of $10,000, a substantial investment for its time. Dr. Loi's Joumal

Operating under the "Eatmore Matzoh" brand, the bakery produced thousands of pounds of matzoh annually. The facility's kosher-for-Passover baking was carried out on the upper floors of the building, with retail operations below. As demand increased, the company expanded its production to nearby Maxwell Street, a hub of Jewish commerce and culture in early 20th-century Chicago.

03/19/2026

Mazal tov to LECHEM by Laura on becoming officially certified kosher 👏
Wishing them much hatzlacha as they continue to grow.

Orders are now open online: https://tinyurl.com/Lechem-by-Laura

Pickup in Skokie, with delivery options available.

Always great to see more kosher options coming to our city!

03/18/2026

Mazal tov to the Lipson family on the official acquisition of Bsari Burger Bar!

This family duo, known and loved for their incredible service and food at Crunch and Smoke by Crunch, are now taking the next step as owners of Bsari.

Under the Lipsons, Bsari has built a strong name for its smash burgers, sandwiches, and crispy Cluck Bites, and we’re excited to see what the Lipsons bring to the table.

Wishing them much hatzlacha in this new chapter — and always great to see continued growth in our local kosher food scene!

03/12/2026

Just a few of B'Sari Burgers Bar's favorites!

03/05/2026

Purim in West Rogers Park had some great food this year.

Artisan Slice was out making fresh pizzas on the spot for the community, along with mozzarella sticks, fries, and dessert waffles. Everything was coming out hot and fresh and people were lining up throughout the day.

Owner Zalman Feldman mentioned that their Sicilian-style vodka pie, finished with fresh basil and garlic oil, was the one everyone kept asking for — most of them didn’t last long once they hit the table.

Nice to see the WRP community enjoying Purim together.

02/22/2026

Congratulation's to Zelda's Table on their Grand Opening today!!

GRAND OPENING – EVENT PROGRAM
Sunday, February 22
4018 Main St, Skokie, IL 60076

9:30 AM – Store opens
Featuring: Zelda’s Table & Papastrami

11:00 AM – All-day caricaturist + roaming selfie station

12:30 PM – Skokie Winter Market ends

12:30 PM – Gefilta Fish Eating Contest

Followed by:
• Schnitz Bitz Eating Contest
• Announcement of winners
• Ribbon cutting ceremony
• Gelati celebration

Ceremonial first scoop by Skokie Mayor Ann Tennes
3:00 PM – Festivities end
(Stores remain open until 5 PM)

02/06/2026

These new creations from Illinois Nut & Candy are truly stunning. Inspired by tree fruits and renewal, each piece is handcrafted in small batches and finished with delicate, hand-applied florals.

Beautiful to look at and just as impressive to taste