Moving to Israel with IntlMOVE and the Israeli Cuisine

When moving to Israel with IntlMOVE, you will find that the cuisine is very diverse.

Israel, much like the United States, is a melting pot of different cultures.

Most of the families who live in Israel have not been there for long.

Parents, grandparents and great-grandparents arrived in Israel from all over the world.

Residents from over 120 countries have brought their favorite dishes to Israel.

Israel has cultivated a food culture using recipes from the other countries, traditional Jewish recipes and locally grown food.

The wines, oils, fruits and dairy products from Israel are unlike any other in the world.

Yogurt, olives, olive oil, garbanzo beans (chickpeas) and wheat are staple ingredients. 

These dishes have been combined with traditional Jewish dishes and Jewish dietary laws to create foods that use the best recipes.

When you are moving to Israel, you will have to learn the importance of kosher food.

About 80 percent of the population in Israel is Jewish, but different people follow Jewish dietary laws to different degrees.

You will find non-kosher restaurants in Israel, but many Israelis observe the traditional Jewish dietary laws.

Shellfish, pork and rabbit are never eaten.

When animals are eaten, they must be slaughtered humanely and there are strict guidelines that must be followed.

Dairy and meat are cooked separately and eaten separately.

In fact, there are two different sets of dishes that are used in some homes for meat and dairy. 

Some of the typical foods you might recognize are falafels, Israeli salads and borsht.

Falafel is made with chickpeas that are deep-fried and made into balls in a pita.

Hummus, which is also made from chickpeas, is commonly eaten with pita bread.

Israeli salad combines cucumbers and tomatoes, while borsht is a cold soup made from beets. 

When moving to Israel, you will find that meals are quite different.

Bread is usually part of every meal and is served with different toppings.

Breakfast can be served with cheeses, olives, salads, Israeli bread, juice, smoked fish, pastries and coffee.

Breakfast is not a quick on-the-go meal as it is in the United States. 

Lunch is the biggest meal of the day in Israel, so you can eat to your heart’s content.

In fact, children usually come home from school to enjoy this meal with their families.

Most locals in Israel eat very light dinners.

You might eat eggs, salads, cheeses or other dairy products.

Israelis will not eat extravagant meals for dinner, but more of a snack. 

When you are out and about, you will find falafel everywhere.

It is the most popular fast food in Israel.

When you are moving to Israel, you will also find that juice stands are common.

You can get oranges, grapefruits, grapes, pomegranates and other fruits juiced right in front of you. 

Get ready for some delicious dishes when the holidays come around.

Sufganiot are a sweet treat similar to jelly doughnuts that are served on Hanukkah.

Potato latkes are another popular dish served on Hanukkah.

Haroset is a traditional Passover recipe. 

The restaurants in Israel serve many different ethnic foods from around the world.

You will find Italian, Thai, Indian, Chinese and many more different types of cuisines.

There will be many evenings when you want a home cooked meal, so make sure you are set with all of your kitchen needs.

IntlMOVE can ship all of your kitchenware, pots and pans and whatever else you will need with the rest of your household goods. 

When you are moving to Israel with IntlMOVE, get ready for an amazing gastronomical experience.

IntlMOVE will ship your household goods and personal effect to Israel when you are ready to move overseas.