Self-Kashering vs. Mashgiach-Supervised Kashering: What’s the Difference?
Many people ask whether kashering a kitchen on their own is sufficient, or whether kashering performed by a trained mashgiach under proper supervision is necessary. Understanding the difference is essential. Kashering Done Independently When a person kasheres their own kitchen, the process usually relies on general guidelines they have learned or heard. While this may […]
How Is a Kitchen Kashered?
Stage 1: Kitchen Assessment Before kashering begins, the kitchen is reviewed to determine: Which surfaces and appliances require kashering The material of each item How each item was used (hot, cold, direct heat, or with liquid) Whether the kashering is for year-round use or for Pesach Stage 2: Thorough Cleaning (Preparation) All items must be […]
