Dana Kessler has written for Maariv, Haaretz, Yediot Aharonot, and other Israeli publications. She is based in Tel Aviv.
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A Private Tour of Bnei Brak—With a Side of Cholent

For two years, Pini Gorelick has been leading private tours of Israel’s ultra-Orthodox neighborhood, including Thurday night’s ‘cholent scene’

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Israel To Create Radio Station Dedicated to Country’s Veteran Artists

Following the death of pop star Gabi Shoshan—who, like many of Israel’s veteran artists, struggled financially—Israel’s Culture and Sports Minister Miri Regev announced the creation of a new ‘nostalgic’ radio station

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Tel Aviv’s Hot Georgian Cuisine Scene

Three new restaurants bring a taste of the Caucasus region to Israel’s most cosmopolitan metropolis

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Matzo Balls on the Mediterranean

For 70 years, Tel Aviv restaurant Keton has attracted the country’s top artists and thinkers with its old-school Ashkenazi fare

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It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad Yontif

In Israel, the specter of the Tishrei Holidays—from taking care of my kids to planning an errand to, well, anywhere—looms large

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No, Iran Is Not Opening an Embassy in Tel Aviv

Contrary to the message of an unusual PR campaign for the new film ‘Atomic Falafel.’

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Tel Aviv’s Café Tamar Closing After 74 Years

Regulars of bohemian haven were left-wingers, artists, and bons vivants

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Bread Comes Alive in the Negev Desert

Hadas Meir found her spiritual calling as a baker. Now she hosts workshops about Judaism and bread.

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A Taste of Hungary. And Morocco. And Iraq. And Bulgaria. And Libya.

Israeli culinary expert Janna Gur gathers traditional recipes from across the Diaspora in her new cookbook, ‘Jewish Soul Food’

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The Humble Pita Bread Gets a Culinary Makeover

Across Israel, new gourmet-pita stands serve up high-end fast food for discriminating diners on a budget

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The Jewish Monkeys Aren’t Messing Around

Israeli band’s new album showcases distinctive mix of rock, klezmer, and funk

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A British Baker Puts a New Spin on Knafeh, a Classic Arabic Dessert

In his Jaffa café, London native Danny Phillips hopes that savory, sweet, and vegan pastries can bring Arabs and Jews together

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Anatomy of a Tel Aviv Neighborhood

How Florentin became bohemian, artsy, and affordable—and not at all hipster

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Iconic Israeli Director Menahem Golan Dies at 85

Film about his Hollywood movie empire debuted at 2014 Cannes Film Festival

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Anger After Director Distances Israeli-Funded Film From Israel

Ministry of Culture wants its $400,000 back on Venice Film Festival entry

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In Israel, Debating What to Tell Young Children

As sirens blare and security concerns mount, parents try to keep kids calm

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In Tel Aviv, Sirens, Soccer, and an Uneasy Night

A family takes cover in the stairwell as rockets from Gaza are intercepted

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From Prisoner to Master Chef: Israeli Restaurateur Avi Levy’s Unlikely Journey

After years behind bars, addicted to drugs, he’s now one of Jerusalem’s top chefs—with a new restaurant set to open

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That New Kebab Joint’s Secret Ingredient? A Beloved Cult Star

Israelis love Avi Bitter’s melodramatic music and underground films. Now they can meet him while they try his recipes.

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A New Chapter for the Family Whose Name Has Stood for Knives in Israel for Generations

After more than 75 years in business, the Lublinsky family opens a new flagship store to replace its iconic Tel Aviv knife shop

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From Souvlaki to Eggplant Salad, Greek Cuisine Is on the Rise in Israel

A new restaurant, a cookbook, and a revived market point to the growing popularity of Balkan food, which has a long history here

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Israeli Poet Chronicles Vietnamese Exodus

Vaan Nguyen, child of Vietnamese refugees, is one of Israel’s rising stars

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Brooklyn BBQ Finds Its Way to Jaffa

At Pundak De-Luxe, all the food is locally sourced—even the pork

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Transforming the Dead Sea’s Salt Into a Gourmet Seasoning

An Israeli company works with a Palestinian factory to create salt infused with flavors like rosemary, jalapeño, or red wine

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At The Israel Museum, the Menu Mirrors the Art

The museum restaurant serves dishes inspired by artists like Jackson Pollock

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A Literary-Culinary Connection: Dishes Inspired by Israeli Novelists

A lecture series in Jerusalem cooks up recipes based on the work of Meir Shalev, Chaim Nachman Bialik, and others

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Tel Aviv Fashion Week: High Fashion, High Drama

After a year-long hiatus, the Holy Land’s fashion festival begins this weekend

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Israeli Artist Under Fire at Moroccan Cultural Festival

Keren Cytter becomes lightning rod in country’s debate over Israel

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An Israeli Company Bets That Seaweed Isn’t Just for Sushi Anymore

It’s fresh, it’s nutritious, and it’s locally grown. But will anyone actually eat it instead of lettuce or spinach?

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The Hebrew Calendar Guides the Menu at This Israeli Restaurant

This month, Tel Aviv’s Meshek Barzilay offers seasonal options for Adar

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