Alcohol

Valentine’s Day 2026: The aphrodisiac myth that could spoil your romantic dinner

The term “aphrodisiac,” derived from the Greek goddess of love, refers to foods believed to increase desire and physical pleasure. Yet, experts stress that such claims lack scientific grounding.

Different foods considered to be aphrodisiacs (illustrative)
PHD STUDENT Yulia Melnik-Kesler.

Early warning system for undrinkable wine glows in the dark

The Pauker Red made in memory of winemaker Gideon Pauker, murdered on Oct. 7, 2023.

Wine Talk: Wine on the edge

The brewer of four Shomron beers says that brewing is what cured him from post-trauma after many years of active combat duty.

New Israeli craft beers tell stories of war, recovery, and creativity


Trump admin. advises Americans to consume alcohol in moderation in order to be healthier

The change is part of the new 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the US government's roadmap to healthy drinking and eating practices with has wide-reaching influence.

 A woman suffering from alcohol consumption; illustrative.

Wine Talk: Experiencing la dolce vita

All credit to Guy Haran and Vinspiration. Keep onwards and upwards. Wine tourism is crucial, and your success is our success!

Chateau Montalbert.

Speech therapist with bottle of vodka in glove compartment arrested for DUI

The doctor was pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving, when a breathalyzer test found an unusually high level of 1,066 micrograms of alcohol per liter of exhaled air in his body.

A BOTTLE of vodka, found in the glove compartment of a speech therapist by police in Tel Aviv, December 29, 2025.

Two Israelis rescued after entering Tulkarm under influence of alcohol

Following the report, officers from the Coordination and Liaison Administration provided immediate protection to the Israelis and coordinated their transfer to the IDF through established

An Israeli soldier and a Palestinian man speak in Beit Lid, near Tulkarm, in the West Bank, November 7, 2025

Israel Police admit concern over increasing number of officers driving under the influence - N12

All officers were sent a letter on the matter, which stated that anyone working for the police caught driving under the influence could likely be fired.

Israel Police vehicles; illustrative.

Party animal: Drunk raccoon behind viral liquor store break-in honored with cocktail namesake

The drunken shenanigans of the raccoon have also inspired a fundraising campaign for the Hanover County Animal Protection and Shelter.

A very drunk raccoon passed out on the bathroom floor of a liquor store after an early morning break in.

Suspected methanol contamination prompts Israel's travel advisory for Brazil

Israel urges citizens in Brazil to drink only sealed wine or beer after reports of toxic methanol in some alcohol under investigation.

A bottle of Methanol, a hazardous substance; illustrative.

Tel Aviv’s celebrated Irish hub Molly Bloom’s hits 25 years

Three days of supping, music, and fun and games await the Molly Bloom’s crowd.

MOLLY BLOOM’S – a Tel Aviv tradition

Wine Talk: Wine, culture, and Porto

Taylor’s Port has lasted for 333 years in Portugal, remained independent, and is still family owned. Now the owners have to decide how to navigate the future, and it is not simple.

ICONIC VIEWS from the World of Wine (WOW) cultural district, sitting among the ancient Port Lodges of Vila Nova de Gaia.

When tradition meets innovation: The forces driving the world’s most decorated cognac brand

A journey between ancient wooden cellars and elegantly designed bottles: Courvoisier is much more than a drink – it is a language of elegance, tradition, and 200 years of French precision.

Like good French cuisine, real cognac is not meant to dazzle in a moment – but to accompany a process