Is Olive Oil a Good Choice for Cooking?
For decades, olive oil has been celebrated as a cornerstone of Mediterranean cuisine and healthy eating. Yet there are some common misconceptions when it comes to using Olive Oil in...
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Wearing History: The Awesome Story Behind Temple Mount Soil Jewelry
When the Romans destroyed the Second Temple in 70 AD, they left behind more than ruins. Beneath the stones and ash lie countless artifacts from the Temple era. Coins minted...
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Why We Keep Our Kitchen Stocked With Har Bracha Tahini
For people looking for the flavor of Israel, you’ll want to make sure your Middle Eastern cupboard is stocked with this gem. Made by the small Samaritan community on Mount...
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Behind the Scenes: How We Bring the Products to You
One of our favorite parts of Blessed Buy Israel is meeting so many amazing people in Israel, and being able to share their stories with you. We work directly with...
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A Visit to one of Israel's Finest Cafes
Walking up to the Agro Café near Beit Shemesh, Israel, is nothing extraordinary from the outside. In typical Israeli fashion the café is a social collision spot. Old kibbutzniks drinking...
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Experiencing Israel's Delightful Open Air Markets
If you have ever been to Israel, most likely you have been to a “Shuk” or, “an outdoor Market.” It is definitely an experience unlike anything in offered in the...
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The beautiful work that goes into producing these teas
"People here find worth and meaning,” said Ron as he turned to me. I looked around me; people of all ages, capacities, and walks of life sat intently and diligently...
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Filling the world with sweet fragrance!
The 1970’s, portrayed by many historians as a period of pivotal change in the world, perfectly describe the lives of Shimon and Sarah Barda who made their way from France to...
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BDS
Understanding the BDS Movement Part 1—Its History and Goals
BDS: Boycott: To abstain from buying from Israeli companies, or companies that do business with Israel. Lobbying for artists and musicians not to perform in Israel. Divest: Remove investments from...
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Understanding the BDS Movement Part 2—Its Reasons and Methods
In part one, we examined the goals of the BDS movement. BDS is inextricably linked to terror organizations and antisemitic individuals who call for Israel’s destruction. Boycotts of Israel are...
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Understanding the BDS Movement Part 3—BDS activity and the need for us to engage.
So far, we’ve looked at who’s behind the BDS movement, and what goals they are pursuing. Now, we’ll examine what responses the BDS movement has met with in its different...
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