There are many different refugee groups that make up the fabric of Israel today. Libyan Jews have a rich history that is in danger of being forgotten. The presence of Judaism in Libya goes back to 300 BCE, almost a millennium before Muhammad founded Islam. Until the 1940’s, Judaism was a strong force in society, but within as little […]
Israeli Bedouin are a proud Israeli Arab-Muslim group, residing mostly in the south of Israel, keeping their nomadic lifestyle as much as possible in this day and age. The Bedouin culture is known for giving back to Israeli society, particularly in the security realm.
Enjoy Shabbat with delicious, traditional Yemenite Jachnun, seen all over Israel in the “Shuk”,or open air market, and bakeries. Jachnun is a flaky, rolled pastry that is delicious served warm with condiments. Although it is fun to eat, we think that the real fun is in making it yourself! If you feel like getting your […]
by Howard Feldman As is the case with many emerging markets, South Africa has relied on its vast amount of natural resources to drive the economy. Gold, diamonds, platinum, copper, manganese and chrome are some of the commodities that have sustained and fed the development of the country. But commodity prices fluctuate, and costs rise […]
No visit to Tel Aviv would be complete without visiting at least one market, or “shuk” as it is known locally. This gives visitors a chance to experience a slice of Israeli culture and to enjoy a ‘taste’ of its lifestyle. As my literati friend, Henrietta David so eloquently put it: “Reminds me of Alice […]
Check out the Israeli breakfast spead- a healthy and hearty way to start the day! Filled with eggs fish and cheese it differs from it's counterparts.
A mouth-watering and fascinating look back at the early beginnings of one family bakery in Israel and the culture intertwined in it.
South Africa vs Israel South Africa evokes in many of us the visuals of sunshine, big five species animals, rugby and of course, braaivleis! South Africans love to braai. Give us a pair of tongs, some delicious boerewors, a chop or two and a Castle lager (or insert preferred brand of beer here) and we […]
What’s to eat in Israel? Just about everything. Israel today is a cosmopolitan country attracting tourists from all over the world. So, Indian, Chinese, Japanese, Thai cuisine is available as are European tastes – French, Italian, English – and eastern European such as Bulgarian and Russian – and off course – top steak and hamburger […]