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The last place you would expect to see the winner of one of the world’s most prestigious culinary awards just shortly after receiving the news would be cooking at the…

The Biblical Museum of Natural History hosted its first Biblical feast, offering a unique opportunity to eat a banquet fit for biblical appetites. When the museum’s director, Rabbi Natan Slifkin, decided to…

“All my life I dreamed of living in Israel but only made it today. It has taken me a long time to to fulfill this dream, but it”s never too…

It was a battle of nations that would have made the legendary King Arthur proud. Seventeen warriors – fans of the Middle Ages – swung axes, swords and other old-school…

What would you say to the people of Israel to show them your support? The last few months have been rough for the people of Israel. Another wave of terrorism…

Israel celebrates the American Independence Day every 4th of July as a symbol of the deep bond between the two countries. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spent many years in the…

No food is more quintessentially Israeli than hummus (pronounced khoo-moose), the creamy chickpea spread served with nearly every meal. Endless varieties exist, but the basic ingredients are ground chickpeas, olive…

Every night the city of Tiberias puts on a spectacular show for free. Lights dance across screens of shooting water set to music for twelve minutes of breathtaking entertainment. The…

The Scarlet South Festival takes place every weekend in February, giving Israelis a chance to enjoy the fields of red anemones in bloom. Free tours through the Reim Recreation Area…

Ben Yehuda Street is a popular location for shopping and entertainment in Jerusalem. Barter with shop owners for a deal on artwork and trinkets. Stop to listen to street musicians…