In a neighborhood that has been a kosher food desert, Pita Bar has emerged as an unexpected oasis for kosher diners seeking authentic Israeli flavors without venturing to traditional kosher hubs in the city, such as Midtown. Located at 11 Delancey Street on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, this compact eatery is quietly making waves with …

When you think of New York kosher dining, your mind likely wanders to the steakhouses of Manhattan or the pizza shops of Brooklyn. But venture to Rego Park, Queens, and you’ll discover something entirely different: Marani, reportedly the only glatt kosher Georgian restaurant in the entire United States. This unassuming gem offers an authentic taste …

Crown Heights has evolved into one of New York’s most exciting kosher dining destinations. What was once primarily known as the headquarters of the Chabad-Lubavitch movement has become a culinary epicenter, drawing food enthusiasts from across the tri-state area and beyond. The neighborhood’s transformation mirrors Brooklyn’s broader kosher renaissance, with Crown Heights leading the charge …

In what’s being called the largest real estate transaction of its kind in Israeli history, approximately 200 Syrian Jewish families from the United States have purchased two residential towers in central Jerusalem in a deal exceeding 1 billion shekels (approximately $270-300 million USD). The unprecedented purchase, first reported by Israel’s Channel 12 News and subsequently …

Last Updated: November 30, 2025 ⚠️ IMPORTANT UPDATE – Current Flight Status Due to ongoing regional tensions, most international carriers, including United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines, have suspended direct flights to Israel through at least part of 2025. El Al is currently the primary carrier operating direct US-Israel routes, with others, such as Arkia, …