Culture in Israel

Cinema of the South Festival in Sderot to celebrate 25 years

The festival's closing ceremony will launch Negba, a new incubator for young southern filmmakers.

|ByHANNAH BROWN
Guy Amir (left) and Hanan Savyon in season two of the Netflix series, Bros, which will premiere at the Cinema of the South Festival.
The taste of Israel foodtruck

Tourism Ministry launches free food truck tour in US

Starting October 25 in North Miami Beach, a specially designed food truck will embark on a multi-state journey, serving free, authentic kosher-style Israeli food curated by chef Yossi Shitrit.

|ByMERITAL SHARABI
‘SWEETIE’S PARTY’ is a series that tells the story of a naive influencer who becomes a Knesset member.

Israeli films, TV series that got our vote

Ahead of this week’s election, immerse yourself in these political dramas and comedies.

|ByHANNAH BROWN
ARIK WEISS with his Emmy: ‘I’m no longer looking in from the outside.’

Israeli designer Arik Weiss discusses contribution to Marvel’s ‘Spider-Noir’ series

The Emmy-winning designer further discussed how his nationality is a complete non-issue in his field.

|ByHILA ROSEN

Israeli artist Idan Raichel blends music, art and desert magic in 'Fata Morgana'

Idan Raichel’s desert festival “Fata Morgana” blends music, art and resilience amid a time of war and uncertainty.

MARCH 20, 2026ByDAVID BRINN
Idan Raichel: Taking it all in stride.

What history teaches about October 7, according to Rafael Medoff

A renowned historian’s scholarly work examines alarming trends to watch out for.

MARCH 8, 2026ByATARA BECK
Cars belonging to Kibbutz Nir Yitzhak members were also mutilated on Oct. 7, 2023.

Sushi Bayit Vegan, Har Homa: Mehadrin sushi spot with cooked fish options - review

Enjoy Mehadrin-certified sushi, including cooked fish rolls, at Sushi Bayit Vegan – Har Homa.

MARCH 7, 2026ByLINDA GRADSTEIN
Sushi at Sushi Bayit Vegan.

Grapevine: Shira Banki's Way

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

FEBRUARY 28, 2026ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
A person takes a photo of a memorial sign showing the image of Shira Banki, an Israeli teenager who was stabbed during the 2015 Jerusalem Pride Parade, during the 21st annual Jerusalem Pride Parade in Jerusalem on June 1, 2023.

Jerusalem highlights: February 20-26

What's new to do in Israel's capital?

FEBRUARY 20, 2026ByHAGAY HACOHEN
Red Tent’ exhibition of works by Michal Tamir (see Saturday).

Canvas for a cause: Art, music, and tzedakah in Jerusalem

Canvas for a Cause, an art auction benefiting the synagogue’s charitable fund, Keren Tzedakah, drew community members, art lovers, and supporters of social justice.

FEBRUARY 15, 2026ByPENINA HOROWITZ
Art auction at Kehilat Kol HaNeshama.

Colors of redemption: Healing at Jerusalem’s The Terminal - review

A new Jerusalem exhibition brings together paintings that grapple with redemption, healing, and the search for hope in the shadow of trauma.

FEBRUARY 15, 2026ByYAEL UNTERMAN
Rikki Rose Horowitz at the exhibition opening.

Palomino: Taste the latest Italian creations at a Jerusalem favorite - restaurant review

Chef’s Table at Palomino adds a twist to Jerusalem Italian dining, and desserts like cannoli steal the show.

FEBRUARY 14, 2026ByLINDA GRADSTEIN
Valentine's Day at Palomino Restaurant.

Rain or shine, Jerusalem’s new indoor tennis courts are a game changer

Jerusalem’s new indoor tennis courts are packed even on rainy days, offering a rare all-weather haven for young players and community programs.

FEBRUARY 13, 2026ByHOWARD BLAS
Walking through the light rail construction site on the way to the Stuart Weitzman Tennis Complex of the ITEC (Israel Tennis and Education Center).

Pnimeet: Community workshop putting Jerusalem back on bikes

Pnimeet teaches Jerusalemites how to fix their own bikes, cutting costs, reducing waste, and easing daily life in a car-clogged city.

FEBRUARY 8, 2026ByBARRY DAVIS
Pnimeet volunteers help Jerusalemite cyclists keep their own wheels turning.