FAQs

No, you should not assume a rental is kosher unless it is professionally verified. Most standard rentals in Jerusalem are used by a variety of guests; KasherMyBnB provides professional kashering and dedicated kosher equipment to ensure your kitchen meets your specific halachic standards.

Yes. Many Airbnb apartments in Jerusalem are not equipped with basic Shabbat essentials. We provide complete Shabbat Kits in Jerusalem, so you don’t need to worry about what may or may not be available in the apartment. Everything is prepared and delivered in advance, allowing you to arrive calmly and focus on Shabbat—especially important since many shops close early on Friday.

Instead of shopping item by item, KasherMyBnB delivers pre-assembled Shabbat Kits directly to your apartment before Shabbat. Each kit includes Shabbat candles and matches, Birkat Hamazon booklets (Birkonim), a Kiddush cup, a Havdalah candle, Besamim (spices), and a wine opener. The kit is delivered ahead of time so guests arrive to a fully prepared Shabbat environment, without the stress of arranging essentials shortly before Shabbat.

We provide rentals of heavy-duty Shabbat hot plates (platta) and large-capacity hot water urns (kumkum) suitable for apartment use. Equipment is delivered directly to your rental before Shabbat and collected after your stay, so you don’t need to purchase or store bulky appliances.

Yes. For guests who only need specific items, we offer Havdalah-only kits, which may include a Havdalah candle, Besamim (spices), and Birkonim. This is ideal for short stays or guests who already have most Shabbat essentials.

Yes. For families traveling with children, we provide Shabbat-appropriate board games and Jewish-themed games (such as Kosherland, Mitzvah Match, or Alef-Bet Bingo) suitable for long Shabbat afternoons. These items are curated to respect Shabbat observance (no electronics or writing) and are appropriate for use in a vacation rental environment.

Yes. We coordinate Mehadrin-level catering from trusted companies that meet strict kosher standards. Catering can be arranged for Shabbat dinners, Shabbat lunches, or Yom Tov meals, subject to availability and advance notice. Our focus is on quality, reliability, and correct delivery timing before Shabbat or the holiday begins.

Pesach preparation requires a separate and more detailed process than year-round kosher use. We provide professional Pesach kashering, including appliance preparation, countertop covering, and clear guidance. This allows guests to arrive to a properly prepared Pesach-ready kitchen without managing complex logistics themselves.

Yes. During Sukkot, we coordinate professional Sukkah construction for vacation rental apartments, subject to location and feasibility. We work with reliable, experienced Sukkah builders who understand both halachic requirements and the practical considerations of building a Sukkah in residential settings. Our goal is to ensure you have a properly built, comfortable Sukkah so you can enjoy an unforgettable Sukkot experience in Jerusalem without managing logistics yourself.

For high-demand periods such as Pesach, Sukkot, and Rosh Hashanah, advance coordination is strongly recommended. Early booking allows us to ensure availability and properly tailor services such as kashering, Shabbat kits, catering, and holiday logistics.

Yes. We will be happy to provide a personalized list of nearby synagogues based on your apartment’s exact location. This may include Ashkenaz, Chabad, and Sephardi options, along with updated Minyan times, so you can easily plan your prayers during your stay.

Yes. We will be happy to share a local mikveh list tailored to your area, including approximate walking distance and opening hours when available. This helps guests plan comfortably and confidently while staying in Jerusalem.

Yes. Many guests choose to combine kitchen kashering, Shabbat kits, equipment rentals, catering coordination, and concierge support into a single service, ensuring the apartment is fully kosher and Shabbat-ready upon arrival.