Dating in Israel

OKCupid launches Hebrew version, with special personalization for traditional, orthodox Jews

This new feature will include a variety of personalization questions to help find a match for users' diverse lifestyles, the company said.

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The Great Mifgash. Pictured: Tracy Frydberg, director, Tisch Center for Jewish Dialogue at ANU – Museum of the Jewish People; Yoni Alon, Israeli Jewish Peoplehood Coalition and found er of David Cards.

The Great Mifgash: Building global Jewish connections amid crisis

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This Valentine’s Day, maybe it’s time to look up

 A couple on a date

More expensive than Berlin and even Paris: Tel Aviv breaks a new cost of living record


Hasidic sect offers major cash boost to solve matchmaking crisis

Facing a matchmaker shortage, the Hasisdic Gur sect is boosting pay to revive its matchmaking system.

 Followers of Rabbi Shaul Alter of the Ger (Hasidic dynasty) carry Torah scrolls as they dance during Simchat Torah celebrations in Jerusalem, on October 21, 2019.

Ahead of Valentines Day: 76% of Israeli singles say pizza is their favorite meal

A new OkCupid and Papa John's survey reveals pizza's pivotal role in Israel's dating scene, with most singles naming it their favorite food – though eating it with utensils could be a deal-breaker.

 A Valentine's Day campaign from Papa John's and OkCupid.

War reshapes Israeli dating scene as 72% seek serious relationships

Many Israeli singles reported returning to dating during the war, which is indicative of how people need to continue to develop personal connections during difficult times.

 Couple in love in Lisbon Portugal, 2007.

DateNight AI hosts pre-Simchat Torah speed dating event

6,000 participants, 2,500+ initial matches resulted from DateNight AI’s previous speed-dating event. A pre-Simchat Torah event offers another opportunity to pair up.

 A young couple on a date at the restaurant.

Is anyone talking about dating during wartime?

Making romantic connections with the backdrop of sirens and pandemonium has made the dating realm a minefield of its own.

 An AI-generated illustrative photo of a woman in wartime Tel Aviv.

Israelis embrace home-based celebrations on Tu B’Av, with online dating for singles

Due to the ongoing conflict, Israeli Tu B'Av celebrations are shifting to home-based, intimate gatherings, reflecting a global trend.

Celebrate at home with summer fruits from Moshavnik: Hosting trays for Tu B'Av.

Dating divides: The language of love doesn't always translate - opinion

Cultural differences can create unexpected challenges in cross-cultural dating.

A couple kisses and holds each other in a cafe.

DateNight AI: Huge Jewish virtual speed-dating event to celebrate Tu B’Av

Virtual speed-dating will take place August 20 at 9 p.m. Jerusalem time; and 8 p.m. New York time. The event will be run online via DateNight AI’s virtual platform. 

 Eitan and Keren with their baby Rotem.

Summer heat: Majority of Israeli singles are looking for a committed relationship

Israeli singles seek committed relationships amid war, reflected in OkCupid data. Actions over words emphasized for building stability and navigating challenges.

 A young couple on a date at the restaurant.

Catfishing and consent: The problems with dating online in 2024

The numbers relating to this phenomenon are far, far too high. This is beyond an issue of concern; it is outright fear.

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