10 Short Stories That Perfectly Portray Israeli Culture
Since living here since 2013, I’ve found Israel’s culture to have it all.
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Israel is a tiny country — with a smaller population than Tajikistan, Haiti, and Madagascar — but Israeli culture is as rich and eclectic as they come!
Since living here since 2013, I’ve found Israel’s culture to have it all: on one hand, warmth, camaraderie, celebration, and tradition. On the other: chutzpah, blurred lines, and rules that are more suggestions than matters of fact.
To illustrate the depth and breadth of Israeli culture, enjoy these 10 short stories, including:
The Stunt That Propelled Keshet to Israel’s Top TV Channel
Advice for Becoming a Millionaire in Israel
Arriving in Israel on Christmas
The Key Difference Between Baklava and Baklawa
Golda Meir’s Chutzpah Response to the U.S. Secretary of State