Cape Town, South Africa — Get ready to crank up the crunch! Grumpy Snacks, the beloved South African brand celebrated for its crunchy dry-roasted chickpea snacks, is now officially MK Kosher South Africa certified. This exciting development marks a new milestone in the local kosher market and brings a much-loved, wholesome snack to kosher consumers across the nation.
Born from the desire to provide healthier snack alternatives that don’t skimp on taste, Grumpy Snacks (Pty) Ltd crafts plant-based, gluten-free, high-fiber, protein-packed chickpea snacks that are both delicious and convenient. Flavors include sea salt dry-roasted chickpeas, chocolate-coated chickpeas, and unique creations like cinnamon & maple chickpeas Grumpy Snacks.
They’ve become widely available across South Africa—for purchase at Takealot, Clicks, Wellness Warehouse, Checkers (select stores), Spar (gauteng, Western Cape, KZN), Dis-Chem, Vida e Caffé, Bootlegger, Faithful to Nature, and many independent grocers Grumpy Snacks+1.
Achieving MK Kosher certification for South Africa isn’t just a label—it’s a promise. It guarantees that every bag of Grumpy Snacks meets the strictest kosher standards, offering peace of mind to consumers across the country.
Rabbi Yossi Baumgarten, Head of MK Kosher South Africa, shared:
“We are delighted to certify Grumpy Snacks. Their commitment to creating healthy, enjoyable snacks aligns perfectly with our mission of delivering trusted kosher products. Now, South African families can enjoy these wonderful treats with full confidence.”
Rabbi Saul Emanuel, CEO of MK Kosher International, added:
“Working with the Grumpy Snacks team has been a pleasure. Their passion for quality and innovation made the certification process smooth. We’re excited to see these snacks reach more kosher consumers in South Africa and beyond.”
Perhaps the most exciting development? Lift Airlines, South Africa’s dynamic airline known for offering a fresh and modern flying experience, now carries Grumpy Snacks onboard — with MK Kosher certification!
That means travelers can now enjoy kosher-certified, plant-based protein snacks at 35,000 feet. No more worrying about what you’ll eat in the air — with Grumpy Snacks, Lift Airlines passengers can crunch on MK-certified chickpeas with total confidence.
This partnership positions Lift Airlines as a true leader in the travel industry, ensuring that kosher travelers have safe, certified snack options while flying. It’s more than just a snack — it’s a statement that kosher-friendly travel is growing across South Africa.
With this MK Kosher South Africa certification, Grumpy Snacks brings not just a tasty treat, but a reliable, wholesome option to the kosher market. Whether you’re on a plane, shopping nearby, or browsing online, these crunchy chickpeas are now kosher-certified and ready to satisfy.
As Rabbi Baumgarten said:
“Grumpy Snacks offers an exciting blend of health, flavour, and integrity — and we couldn’t be prouder to welcome them into the MK Kosher South Africa family.”
