Here are some books that beginning kosher cooks may enjoy:

“How to Keep Kosher: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Jewish Dietary Laws,” by Lise Stern (William Morrow, $24.95)

“Cucina Ebraica: Flavors of the Italian Jewish Kitchen,” by Joyce Goldstein (Chronicle Books, $19.95)

“Jewish Cooking in America,” by Joan Nathan (Knopf, $35)

“1000 Jewish Recipes,” by Faye Levy (Wiley, $35)

“Kosher by Design: Picture Perfect Food for the Holidays & Everyday,” by Susie Fishbein (Mesorah Publications, $32.99)

More than 90,000 food products are now available in the marketplace, many of which carry a symbol of kosher certification.

For a look at more than 400 products from all over the world, including France, Italy, Japan, South Africa, Israel and the United States, go to koshergourmetmart.com. The site has special sections for gifts and kosher-for-Passover items.