This is Passover and Easter do not fall within days of each other. It is not that unusual, like Chanukah on Thanksgiving, (once in how many centuries?), but it still a bit disconcerting for me.

For years, our family got together for Pesach and looked forward to family time. One of the most enjoyable things we did was to leave the kids with the husbands and go shopping, just the girls and my mother. How we agonized about missing a day when all the stores were closed for Easter!

This year with Easter almost a month earlier than Pesach, it is not an issue. Besides the fact that Sunday is still Yontif, it is also not Easter. I am taking over my mother’s role; taking my daughter and daughter in law shopping on Chol Hamoed. I look forward to bonding with them both at Nordstroms!

The reason that Easter and Passover do not fall within days of each other has to do with the lunar calendar which is short by 11 days to the calendar with are all familiar with. that means that each year the Jewish holidays fall out at slightly different times. In order to make sure that we do not celebrate Succot in the spring and Pesach in the fall, we add a leap year month every 4 years. This year is that fourth year. Thanks goodness for google search; you check out the dates for all the Jewish holidays years in advance.

That being said, there are no differences in the amount of work, cooking, cleaning, shopping, etc! I am sure that you are looking forward to relaxing as soon as the Dedarim are over just as much as I am!

Have a wonderful and peaceful Pesach from all of us at Kosherbyte.com!

If you are like me, your inbox is rapidly filling up with emails reminding you about Passover, offering you great deals on holiday gifts, foods and religious items, asking you for charity, etc. We at Kosherbyte.com, also send emails with discount codes, new product notifications and articles of interest about the holiday. Most of these emails get deleted; I am not so naive to think people open the massive amounts of mail that is often mostly spam.

But all kidding aside, Passover has become a Holiday not just about Freedom but about family. The seder has turned into a meal that not only commemorates the Exodus from Egypt, but reminds us of the value of family and unity. Parents travel to spend the holiday with their kids, Young adults, married or not, bounce between family to spend quality time with loved ones. Children practice their ma Nishtana to impress with grandparents and everyone talks about their Pesach plans weeks in advance. This year my sisters, their children and grandchild, along with my own will gather together to sped the first days of Pesach with my elderly father. What fantastic memories we will have to hold on to in years to come!

However, some of these emails are actually worthwhile! Who doesn’t want to save money on products you were going to buy anyway? I enjoy the cute jokes or comics that appear constantly on Facebook.

These memories are the reason why I will spend hours grocery shopping, cooking, and cleaning. Did I say hours? I should have said days or weeks!! We all know how time consuming it is to prepare for Passover. But it will all be worth it in the end when we sit around the table and see the extended family together!

For those of you who are looking forward to the same valued time with loved ones, you can always log on to Kosherbyte.com and bring some delicious treats to the table. I can assure you noone will complain!

Chanukah traditions

Lots of people equate the Jewish holiday of Chanukah with Christmas. Gifts are exchanged between family and friends for both holidays. It is not just a one day holiday, but a holiday season. For Christians, Christmas day may be considered the religious day to celebrate, but for several weeks leading up to the holiday and beyond, people enjoy the festive nature of the season. The holiday of Chanukah lasts for 8 days, with candle lighting, holiday foods, and joyful emotions.

To me, the traditions of family dinners and reconnecting with friends are what makes the two holidays so similar. Spending time with the important people in our lives is what brings meaning to our existence. Whether you sit at a table with 10 people or 40, it is the ability to have quality time with those people who you love that is so valued at this time of the year.

When you can not be there to celebrate the holiday with family and friends, Kosherbyte.com is available to make your presence known. We have a huge selection of Chanukah gift baskets that remind people how much you care for them. No matter what price range you are looking for, Kosherbyte has a basket that will please your recipients. Because we create each basket from scratch, we can customize your gift to express your feelings at this time of year. Our Chanukah gift baskets all include Chanukah gelt, Chanukah cookies and other holiday themed items.

 We also specialize in corporate gifts that make a statement to your business associates and clients. Since all of our baskets are made with 100 % kosher products, you can rest assured that a gift from Kosherbyte.com will be perfect for your Jewish customers. There is no need to worry that your recipients will not be able to enjoy everything in the gift you send.

Let us make your holiday gift giving easier. View our gift baskets online; you will find exactly what you are looking for!

We all want to wake up the morning of our birthday to a breakfast in bed, a huge gift wrapped in a bow and an extravagant evening out on the town. When you can not provide the ultimate in birthday experiences, Kosherbyte.com has the perfect gift you can have delivered right to their door. Receiving a gift for your birthday truly makes the day special. Bring a smile to someone’s face and send them a birthday gift basket from Kosherbyte.com.

The older we get, the harder it is to find the perfect gift for our friends, family and business associates. Not only do we want the gift to be perfect, but we also understand that there is a hidden meaning in every option we choose. We do not want the gift to look cheap, yet we also do not want to make the recipient uncomfortable with an expensive choice. Bottom line, our goal is to cross things off our list, not add extra chores to it. One of those chores is making sure that we acknowledge the special days of our families and friends. Whether it is an anniversary gift, thank you or graduation present, we want to give the best, yet we also want an easy and quick purchase experience.

Birthday gift baskets are one of our specialties. We create each basket individually, and include delicious and mouthwatering treats. But, we do not stop there. We recognize the big day with birthday chocolates, hard candies, birthday decorations and ribbons. As you open the box you can see the thought and care that we put into our birthday gift baskets. Your recipient will immediately appreciate your thoughtful present and know that they are a valued part of your life. We create baskets that make a statement. Beautifully wrapped, our baskets are the perfect expression of your thoughts and affection.

What convinced us to jump in and open a business that is entirely online? We recognized the reality of the new business environment. The internet was the future of retail and we were fortunate enough to realize that if we wanted to succeed in this new endeavor, we needed to be visible to our customers. We needed an online presence.

What convinced us to jump in and open a business that is entirely online? We recognized the reality of the new business environment. The internet was the future of retail and we were fortunate enough to realize that if we wanted to succeed in this new endeavor, we needed to be visible to our customers. We needed an online presence.

We acknowledged our lack of familiarity with etail and called upon our expert on all things computers, our son!! At 14, he was fearless. We took him to interview web designers, had him listen to all the instructions. If he did not think his parents were idiots before, he certainly did after this experience.

Learning the computer aspect of the business took a lot of trial and error, but in the end, we think that Kosherbyte.com has mastered the art of internet selling. We have a long list of repeat customers who value our customer service and enjoy our delicious kosher treats.

We offer a personal touch. Kosherbyte.com is a big company with an intimate feel and individualized attention to our customer’s requests. Our baskets are all hand made and can be created to our buyer’s specifications.

Kosherbyte has worked hard to master the computer aspects of internet sales. We have come a long way from the days when we needed a 14 year old to translate computer jargon for us. One thing that has not changed is our commitment to provide the best kosher food on the web!

Nothing gives me more pleasure than to surprise my family and friends with unexpected gifts. If I come across a whimsical kitchen gadget, I am always tempted to pick it up for my daughter. I recently traipsed through three different bakeries to find the perfect babka for a friend. When browsing the children’s section at the book store, I must look for a new book about spiders.  I know my grandson will adore it and I love to see his face light up when I read it to him. Whatever the occasion, I agonize over my choice of gift. I want it to totally complement the recipient’s personality. I love to make people happy. If you are like me, then you also want to send the perfect gift. You want to know that your thoughtfulness is appreciated and your gift will be enjoyed. It is a time consuming proposition to search for that ideal present, whether you are shopping online or a bricks and mortar store. Shopping online can add extra stress to the process. Will the company deliver on their promises? Will the package arrive on time? Will the company stand behind its products?

These are issues you will never have to worry about when purchasing from Kosherbyte.com. Our goal is provide exceptional service, prompt delivery and a kosher gift basket that is guaranteed to please. Whether you are looking for a shiva or condolence basket, a gift for the new mother, holiday treats, or beauty products made with minerals from the Dead Sea, we carry a kosher gift basket in your price range. Kosherbyte.com wants to make sure your gift giving experience is the best it can be.

And why stop there? Why not reward yourself with something delicious? Our black and white cookies are reminiscent of summer beach vacations. Flaky rugalach, made the old fashioned way, tastes just like Grandma used to make. We carry so many flavors of fruit preserves, it is impossible to choose only one.

 Our customers keep coming back, not only because they know they can trust us to deliver a quality product, but also because they have confidence that our products are all 100% kosher. All our products are certified kosher by the most stringent kosher authorities.

As the Jewish New Year quickly approaches, our thoughts turn to what is important in our lives. Our family, friends, and faith are at the forefront of our minds. We reevaluate our behavior throughout the past year and commit to improving in the next. We resolve to take steps to repair our relationship with G-D and those who we value the most. Rosh Hashana offers us the unique opportunity to reflect on where we have been and where we want to go in the future.

We look for ways to acknowledge how much we value the people in our lives. We want to show our appreciation to those who have supported us through thick and thin. We want to convey our love to family and close friends who have added meaning and joy to our lives. We want to share our hopes for a sweet New Year with those who are an integral part of making us happy. Jewish tradition offers the perfect way to express these feelings, with food.

Kosherbyte.com offers you the perfect way to let your loved ones know you are thinking of them. Our Rosh Hashana baskets are filled with gourmet treats and pastries that are a superb complement to your holiday fare. We create beautiful baskets that are guaranteed to please. With jars of sweet honey, crunchy apple cookies, honey crunch snacks and other sweet Rosh Hashana goodies, our Rosh Hashana baskets will enhance anyone’s holiday table.

As one of the leading kosher gift basket companies on the Web, Kosherbyte.com strives to provide exceptional value and worry free purchasing experience. We have gift baskets in every price point and for every occasion. Does the recipient have an allergy or special restrictions? Just let us know and we will be happy to build a personalized creation.

Do you want to send a gift to family or friends in Israel? We have an office in Jerusalem just for that purpose. With no international postage or customs charges, our delivery in Israel is very affordable and fast. Not only do we carry baskets for Rosh Hashana, Chanukah, Purim and Passover, we deliver lots of treats for students studying in Yeshiva or seminaries. Our shiva baskets are also very appropriate for those suffering a loss. Check out our site for delivery in Israel options.

We wish all our friends and customers a happy, healthy, and sweet New Year.

It seems like we were just cleaning off the BBQ and getting in the summer spirit; now it’s almost time to start cooking for Rosh Hashana. The summer has flown by without us realizing. If you are like me, the last thing you want to think about during these long hot days is cleaning, shoppping and cooking for Rosh Hashana or shlepping out the Succah.

Whether we want it or not, Rosh Hashana is right around the corner. Here at Kosherbyte.com, we have placed our orders for new baskets, holiday cookies and candies, and sweet honey. The warehouse is getting full of boxes; I hope I will be able to find room to put everything away. I know its a short term problem, once the orders start rolling in, the merchandise will fly out the door.

This year Rosh Hashana begins on Sunday night, September 13, 2015. Every yontif day is a weekday, making it hard for working families to take care of the their jobs and careers along with the usual household chores that never seem to get off the list. While I look forward to having some relaxing time with the family, I know that so much must be compressed into a shortened work week. With out of town family joining us at the table, The shopping, preparing and cooking can seem overwhelming.

That’s where Kosherbyte.com is such a great source to help with holiday gifts and family treats. From the comfort of your own home and any time day or night, we are available online to create and package exceptional gift baskets. Why not let us save you time and effort; let us send your holiday gifts for you while you take care of the other hundred items on your to do list!

It is definitely not too early to order your Rosh Hashana gift baskets! The earlier the better! You can be assured that we will not run out of the items you love and your packages will arrive right on time. No need to obsess over the timeline. We watch the calendar and make sure the gift basket arrives at the most appropriate time.

We offer so  many baskets in every price range it would be hard not to find the perfect item for you family, friends or business associates. Not finding what you like? Give us a call and we will fashion the gift basket of your dreams.

Perhaps you are not looking for a gift but instead, something just for yourself or your Yontif table? Our babka, ruggleach and cookies are so yummy it’s hard to keep my husband away from them. Dried fruit, nuts and smoked salmon are a healthy alternative for those watching sugar or calories. Just log on and I am sure that you will find something that brings a smile to your face and everyone else at the table.

Every year these 9 days between Rosh Chodesh and Tisha B'Av pose an interesting dilemma. What to cook for dinner that is Milchig, Dairy, yet nutritious and filling? Once I have made a pasta dish, fish and eggs, I am left trying to come up with an idea that is not monotonous and doesn't leave me checking the fridge for something more.

So I made pasta last night, tonight is tilapia and perhaps tomorrow will be stuffed potatoes. Then what? Check out our delicious shelf stable smoked salmon. A half pound box of salmon is a rare treat. No matter how hot is gets outside, you do not need to heat up the house with the oven on in order to prepare this tasty fish. Pair it with crackers, bagels or salad, and you can feed the family with ease.

Its also perfect for after the fast. You can start eating the minute the fast is over!

Not a fish kind of person? then try one of our 4 dairy or vegetarian meals, pasta with garden vegetables, cheese tortellini, vegetarian stew and florentine lasagna. Each shelf stable meal comes ready to microwave. Just 2 minutes and you have a hot meal in a cool house! 

Not quite what you are looking for? We have a huge selection of cookies, flavored pretzels, candies and nuts that will not melt in the heat, and add some fun to your day. While not all of our cookies and pretzels are listed on the site, just give us a call and we will tell you whats new and whats fresh!.

I can not believe it is already a year since the last Sweets and Snacks Show. I always look forward to the show. Not only is it full of delicious chocolates and candies that I love to snack on, but there are always new and interesting items on display. Each year I am amazed at the breadth of new items that are available, and the unusual flavors that are being offered for sale.

Athough i plan to return to the show tomorrow, I would like to tell you about some of the new trends in the industry. Bold and spicy flavors are hot, pun intended! Actually, hot, hotter and hottest! Apple, maple syrup, champagne, flavors have been introduced in all kinds of candy. Jelly Belly has Bubbly jelly beans; champagne flavored, and they are kosher!A

Trademarked characters from Frozen, Star Wars and other hit movies are being advertised all over the show. I do not even recognize all of them. There are pretzels now covered with yogurt and all kinds of fruit flavors, blueberry, cranberry, strawberry, mango to name just a few.  Combinations of flavors are also getting more creative;I found a blueberry and pomegranate nut crunch that was delicious.

Holiday items were also available. I was especially interested in chocolate dreidels for Hanukkah with no artificial ingredients! And heart shaped chocolates galore. I guess its never too early to start thinking of Valentines day!

Lots of new things for the health conscious too! 100 calorie packs of almonds and pistachios, lots of non GMO products and gluten free items are still very popular.

Some of the old favorites have gotten a new look. Liberty Orchards has new packaging and new dessert flavors in their candies. I did not recognize the Harry and David priducts; their boxes have gotten an overhaul and now have a premium look.Torie and Howard hard candies has come out with a new flavor of raspberry and lemon, yummy and low calorie!

After a day to rest my feet and my stomach, I plan to return to the show tomorrow to finalize my new orders and enjoy the fun. With Shavuot just days away, I know I will have some scrumptious samples to keep me happy while I enjoy the holiday!

Finally! The weather has inched back to higher temperatures and the sun has come out. With all the work for Passover done, it is time to clean out the yard and the grill. To entice my husband to clean the grill, I bought rib eye steaks, for outdoor consumption only! I did not think a hot dog would do the trick. Once my kids heard that there were steaks in the house, it seems they like us again!

Of course we do not sell steak! However, our super green pickle relish and sport peppers are the perfect accompaniment to whatever you have on the grill! Top your hot dogs with relish or add it to your potato salad!. I add super green pickle relish to my tuna salad yearlong. Chop the sport peppers and layer them on to your hamburgers. There are hundreds of ways to use them. Don’t let the bright green color fool you….it is a true Chicago taste.

Summertime is also travel time! Are you planning a trip to a location that does not have much kosher food? Hiking in the national parks? Check out our shelf stable kosher meals. We have 10 choices of My Own Meals in meat, chicken, dairy and vegetarian flavors. They can be zapped in the microwave for 2 minutes or boiled on the stove; either way, you have a hearty meal that fits in your suitcase.

The Purim and Pesach rush took a toll on me. We were so busy with orders and preparations for the holidays, that getting to the Blog was difficult.

So we are back from visiting the kids on the East Coast, finally finished all the laundry, and unpacked the suitcases. On to the next job!

Despite it being cold here in Chicago, we have a new order for pickle relish and sport peppers coming in soon. When BBQ season starts, we want to be ready! It is time to clean off the grill, uncover the patio furniture and invite the family over for hot dogs and ribs. Make sure you have plenty of our Super Green Pickle Relish…it really is bright green. It is a Chicago tradition and favorite.

It is also almost Mothers Day. For those of you who are lucky enough to still have your mother’s in your lives, make her feel like a Queen. She deserves it. Send her a token of your appreciation with a gift from Kosherbyte.com. My favorite is the coffee break basket. Chocolates and  coffee together, my favorite things.

Whatever you decide to do, know that your Mom will be happy to hear from you. You know you can never do wrong in your Mother’s eyes.

Looking to the future, I look forward to the Sweets and Candy Expo coming up in May. Its exciting to see all the treats before anyone else.

Its hard to believe that Purim has come and gone. It seems like I was just arranging the Mishloach Manot baskets and now I have to switch gears and start thinking Pesach.

Walking through the grocery store on Friday, after finally getting all the Purim baskets out the door, I found that the Passover shelves are now full of products. I needed something chometz and couldn’t find it until an employee directed me to the temporary area for non Passover food.

What is even more crazy is the fact that some of the shelves of Passover food has already sold out! Who needs these products a month in advance? I hope that when I finally recover from all the Purim work, there will still be Passover items to buy!

That being said, I am excited to see what new products are being offered this year. In a few days, I will give you a list of the yummy chocolates and cookies that we are going to be offering. I just need a vacation first!

We are snowed in here in Chicago. Despite being a lifelong Midwesterner, I dont like driving in the snow, especially trying to parallel park! Despite the cold and snow, I am dutifully going to work. Purim is only a few weeks away and someone has to create the baskets. I wonder who?

Our new baskets arrived yesterday and I am very excited about our spring planters. Pictures will be uploaded to our site within the next few days. It lifts my spirits to look at the flowered pots and think spring, when there are 2 feet of snow outside.

Our Hammentashen are on order, the Purim chocolates are on their way, and the warehouse gets deliveries every day. The new baskets will be uploaded to the site in the next few days.

For those of you who are following Michael’s youtube posts, I have uploaded our most recent video about Purim. Feel free to tell him to get a haircut!

I am not a big fan of football. My husband is. This time of year, its a struggle to see who gets control of the remote! I am so looking forward to Superbowl Sunday for this madness to end! And yes, I know; there will just be a different sport that must be watched. Kosherbyte.com has some great products for superbowl parties like our Super green Pickle Relish and Black and White Cookies to name just a few!

Valentines day is also coming up and we have some romantic gifts for that special someone. Whether you are looking for just a small token or a large basket, we have all the goodies that say I love you. Valentine's Day gifts are just some of the beautiful baskets we carry. Check them out!

Another year come and almost gone. It seems like I have just finally gotten used to writing 2014 on my checks; Yes I still do write a few checks despite all the online banking one can do! As we look forward to the coming year, we pray for peace in Israel and an end to all the antisemitism that is rampant all over the world. It is hard to believe people have become so intolerant despite all the advances that have been made since the early sixties. This is not the world that we want to leave for our children.

Let us hope for a better New Year, with a safe and secure Israel, a world where anyone can walk the streets in safety and sanity is returned to our world and community.

With just a week left til Chanukah, we are very busy making baskets and shipping them out. Some of our new products this year are Marich chocolate covered blueberries and roasted edamame! Our Happy Chanukah chocolates are Pareve too. We have a new supplier for Chanukah cookies and boy are they delicious!

We have some new baskets too. Lots of our baskets are now metal and do not have handles, they make it easier to ship and fill. By the time we have finished putting all our goodies in them they look gorgeous!

If you have not had a chance to check out our new selection, you still have time. We are known for getting your purchases packaged and in the mail quickly; any orders you place now will still get to your friends and family in plenty of time for the holiday. With Chanukah coming out 10 days before Christmas, you have all those extra days to order gifts for business associates.

With Thanksgiving just a few leftovers away, its time to start working on Chanukah. The warehouse is filling up with all the new merchandise, seasoned smoked salmon, flavored popcorn, caramels, Menorah cookies, to name just a few. We are excited about our new finds at both Kosherfest and the PLMA show.

Our Chanukah chocolates are Pareve this year and we also ordered alot of other new pareve chocolates. We are trying to be more inclusive, with some new Gluten Free products, like our Lovely caramels too. We have a whole new collection of Lindt chocolates that are Kof-K Dairy. Marich chocolate covered blueberries are on the way too! The hardest thing about this job is making sure I dont eat all the product!

Kosherbyte.com is working hard to get organized too. We just replaced our computer system and updated our programming. So give us a break as we learn to use Windows 8! .

Sorry for the long delay. Boy have I been busy. We were wildly inundated with order for Rosh Hashana and once we finally got all the paperwork squared away, it was time to get ready for Kosherfest.

Had a blast. I loved the chocolates in the shape of Hammentashen. How hilarious is that!! The Chanukah coins, touted as adult gelt, was also a hit. New for Passover, carrot cake flavored macaroons. I had hoped to find some new cookie manufacturers, but did not. Reismans came out with a new kind of chocolate chip cookie, with a thin layer of filling! My only regret, not enough coffee to go with all the cakes and pastries!

There are many reasons why I like working at a Kosher gift basket company. I get to try all the new samples, I enjoy using my creative spark to arrange beautiful baskets and I know that my baskets are going to make someone very happy. One thing I do not like about working here is that while everyone else can be busy getting ready for the holidays, I am pulled in two directions. I need to make the holiday baskets and also get my home and kitchen ready for the holiday as well!

Pesach is the most challenging of them all. Besides the fact that are are so many days of eating, and therefore, cooking, the whole house needs to undergo a complete cleaning. Once the rest of the house is done, the kitchen calls out to me…start scrubbing now!!! I love the fact that my children come home to spend yontif with us; I do not love the fact that they each have different favorites that must be cooked, baked or bought. My husband says it is not Passover without 7 layer cake!

How do I get it all done? When I figure it out I will let you know!!

It may be freezing here in Chicago right now, but Purim is just two weeks away so we have to stop shivering and get to work.We have yummy fruit flavored hammentashen in a two pack, perfect for your shlach manot gifts. Our new shipment of flavored caramel popcorn has arrived as well as the Happy Purim chocolate mints.

Brand new this year, a three tiered gift with delicious pastries. Hammentashen, of course, black and white coolies and cinnamon danishes each in its own box, stacked a wrapped with a bow!

Let Kosherbyte.com help you make your family and friends happy!

Hi Guys! Sorry for the long delay in updating the blog. With the Chanukah holidays and my son’s wedding just a few weeks ago, I was swamped.

But now we are gearing up for Purim and working on creating some great new baskets that will be both delicious and economical. Our newest item is the Purim Smile Basket.

We are also proud to showcase baskets for Bnei Akiva of North America. A percentage of each basket will benefit the programs of Bnei Akiva. Check our home page for the link to those baskets. 

Keep warm everyone!

Can’t really spend too much time on the blog today. We are working on Chanukah baskets, trying to get as much done now in preparation for the onslaught this week. I just love the adorable dreidel cookies we are including this year! 

 We have lots of new baskets this year to reflect the new Chanukah products. Our Amazon store has many of these individual items like our  Chanukah Spatula! Check it out!

It has been all over the news that this year Chanukah is the earliest it has been since the government has been keeping records! It will not be this early again in our lifetimes. Knowing this information and acting on it are two different things! I have been aware of the date and even began creating new baskets since the end of October, but now that Chanukah is just weeks away, I am feeling the pressure to put all our holiday items in the baskets and have them ready to go.

I am sure it is the same for you. One day you wake up and find that you have run out of time to accomplish what you thought you had plenty of time for! That is the beauty of a company like ours. You can wait till the last minute and still know that a beautiful basket and lots of treats are just moments away from being delivered to your family and friends. We take the stress and effort out of your gift giving chores; you get the thanks and appreciation for a gift that everyone loves.

The holidays are over, the kitchen is finally clean, the linens have been changed and the summer clothes are in the process of being stored for the winter. I look outside and see that the sky is overcast; the temperature is down to 50. I guess Fall is really here. Do not get me wrong; I like the changes of the seasons. It just takes a little getting used to. I still have my short sleeved shirts in the closet. I need to find the time to switch them out for the sweaters.

While Orthodox Jews do not celebrate Halloween, I do love candy corn. For the longest time, it was almost impossible to find a kosher variety. Thank Goodness Jelly Belly makes one that is delicious. Since we do not make a big deal out of Halloween, we call our seasonal baskets, Fall Baskets. Our fall basket has all the colors of the season and the flavors that go with it, apple, maple, etc.,