von Alexandra Purim is one of the most joyful festivals in the Jewish calendar, known for its exuberant celebrations, costumes, reading of the Esther Scroll (Megillat Esther), and tradition of gift-giving and charity. This festival takes place on the 14th of the Jewish month of Adar, which usually falls in March or late February of…
Almost like Christmas … the first rain By Alexandra Funk You don’t notice autumn in Israel as usual by the leaves falling from the trees or the lower temperatures or the frequent rain. No! Autumn comes here almost creeping and silently. It remains a constant warm 30-35 degrees, it doesn’t rain either, the trees keep…
Upside-down fig cake I’m a big fan of cakes and pastries. I love to “eat” them. And it looks like I have passed on this preference to my kids. We are all sweet-toothed. Therefore, to whet everyone’s appetite, a cake should be baked at least once a week. The nice thing is that none of…
The Sea of Galilee, also known as Lake Tiberias or Kinneret, is surrounded by stunning scenery perfect for camping. The verdant mountains and hills provide a scenic backdrop for campers, and the lake itself is a stunning body of water. Culturally, the Sea of Galilee is an important site in biblical history and has significant…
