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Tiberium Water Show

Every night the city of Tiberias puts on a spectacular show for free. Lights dance across screens of shooting...

On 21 Apr 2014 By touchpoint-israel / 0 Comment
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People in History: Chaim Weizmann

This incredible man was instrumental in laying the groundwork for bringing the modern State of Israel...

On 16 Apr 2014 By admin / 0 Comment
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PASSOVER: Over 3,300 Years of Celebration!

Passover is the Jewish holiday also known as Pesach, which falls on Nissan 15-21 according to the Jewish...

On 14 Apr 2014 By admin / 0 Comment
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Shakshuka

YUM! You have to try this easy recipe for Shakshuka, a quintessentially Israeli dish that combines eggs,...

On 01 Apr 2014 By admin / 0 Comment
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Tu B’Shvat

Tu B’Shvat is known as the New Year of the Trees. It is customary to celebrate with a special meal...

On 21 Mar 2014 By touchpoint-israel / 0 Comment
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How to Make Lamb-stuffed Eggplant

Lamb has been a staple of Middle Eastern cuisine since biblical times. This mouth-watering dish combines...

On 21 Mar 2014 By touchpoint-israel / 0 Comment
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People in History: Theodor Herzl

Theodor Herzl is the man who first envisioned the modern state of Israel. After witnessing anti-Semitism...

On 19 Mar 2014 By touchpoint-israel / 0 Comment
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Scarlet South Festival

The Scarlet South Festival takes place every weekend in February, giving Israelis a chance to enjoy the fields...

On 18 Mar 2014 By touchpoint-israel / 0 Comment
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Toda Raba

For those times when a simple thank you is not enough to express your appreciation, this phrase means...

On 06 Mar 2014 By touchpoint-israel / 0 Comment
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Kol Ha-Kavod

Literally this translates as "all the respect", but this common Hebrew phrase usually means "good job"...

On 05 Mar 2014 By touchpoint-israel / 0 Comment
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How to Make Challah Bread

Challah bread is traditionally served on the Sabbath and during Jewish holidays. All challah is braided,...

On 05 Mar 2014 By touchpoint-israel / 0 Comment
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People in History: Golda Meir

One of Israel’s most famous prime ministers, Golda Meir, was the first woman to lead the modern State...

On 05 Mar 2014 By touchpoint-israel / 0 Comment
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Amen

The practice of saying "Amen" at the end of a prayer originated in ancient Jewish custom when most formal...

On 05 Mar 2014 By touchpoint-israel / 0 Comment
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How to Make Falafel

Falafel is a staple of Israeli cuisine, borrowed from their Middle Eastern neighbors. Similar to American...

On 04 Mar 2014 By touchpoint-israel / 0 Comment
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Ben Yehuda Street

Ben Yehuda Street is a popular location for shopping and entertainment in Jerusalem. Barter with shop...

On 04 Mar 2014 By touchpoint-israel / 0 Comment
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Notes at the Western Wall

Every year thousands of people come to the Western Wall and leave little notes, with prayers and special...

On 04 Mar 2014 By touchpoint-israel / 0 Comment