Purim

Indulgences and temptations for Purim: The tasty news of Israel

The surprise box of Cremugit and Petit Beurre is aimed at Purim, and long after.

Purim editions, Cremugit and Petit Beurre
 Ukrainian Jewish children holding packages they received JNRU for Purim.

Hamantaschen from Israel, graggers, and fuel: Purim aid drive spans Ukraine

Mozart Chocolate-Coconut Liqueur

A perfect ball has landed in Israel, just in time for Purim mischief

DIZENGOFF SQUARE, named for the Tel Aviv founding father.

This month in Jewish history: The first permanent government of Israel


Jewish people must unmask themselves and combat distorting narratives - opinion

Jews and their state are portrayed in the most vicious light, ignoring both the ongoing existential threats that Israel faces and its readiness to live in peace and prosperity with its Arab citizens.

Israeli President Isaac Herzog speaks during a ceremony marking the International Holocaust Remembrance Day, at the United Nations headquartes in New York City, January 27,

Role reversal, effigy burning, and cultural syncretism: Purim in Cochin

The unique Purim traditions of Cochini Jews have slowly faded from memory following their arrival in Israel and integration with the wider Jewish community.

 Cochin Jews at the 450th year celebration of the Paradesi synagogue, December 2017.

The happiness formula: How Esther transformed celebration forever

Purim’s costumes hold a deeper lesson—seeing beyond disguises to the true essence of people, just as in the Megillah.

 Israelis take part in the Jewish holiday of Purim parade (Adloyada), in Jerusalem, March 25, 2024

Purim parades: Israeli cities gear up to celebrate holiday tradition

The tradition shows no signs of letting up as municipalities up and down the country gear up for some outdoor urban frolics. 

 Israelis take part in the Jewish holiday of Purim parade (Adloyada), in Jerusalem, March 25, 2024

Wine Talk: Be happy, drink hearty

Purim is a wine-drinking festival; it is the one day of the year when we are encouraged to get drunk.

 Purim celebrates the grape in a nod to the Persian wine parties.

Honoring Ariel Bibas, Jerusalem's children dress up as orange Batman for Purim

"The case of Ariel, Kfir, Shiri, and Yarden [Bibas] touched us all," the nursery school teacher, Sima Aaharon, said.

 Children dress up for Purim as orange Batman for Ariel Bibas.

Beers with a Purim premise

Beer was never far behind at a Purim spiel or carnival. It’s popular, plentiful, and has been bringing people together for some 5,000 years.

KFAR DANIEL’S BeerBazaar  Brewery has issued three new  Purim-inspired beers: Persian  Haze, Esther, and Mordechai.

Brand news: New discoveries in skin aging and the brand entering the children's market

Colorful hair dyes, an invitation to a chef’s life journey, tea not just for the sick, and many more new products that we gathered here for you.

 SACARA

In the Kitchen with Henny: Purim party favorites

Some fun, delicious party foods you can make for Purim – or all month long if you’d like.

 Piña colada

Purim with meaning: Unique holiday packages to support cancer patients

Ahead of Purim, the Israeli Cancer Association is offering a variety of unique gift packages for purchase, inviting the public to participate in the mitzvah and support the fight against cancer.

 Medium Purim package, the Israeli Cancer Association