Review

A Shabbat with a view: Falling for Hotel Beit Shmuel, one balcony at a time - review

Good food, better panoramas, and one contested piece of cake.

That balcony: We drink it in.
EVGENIA DODINA in ‘Mama.’ She exemplifies the kind of woman who has made the devastating choice to leave her family behind so that she can support them.

Israeli actress Evgenia Dodina triumphs in Or Sinai's ‘Mama’ - review

THE HISTORIC property in Jaffa embodies the story of the American-German Colony and the origins of tourism in the Land of Israel.

The Drisco at 160: Inside Tel Aviv’s restored hidden gem of old-world hospitality - review

Lasange

Biga: Something for everyone - restaurant review


'Köln 75': The unlikely story behind Keith Jarrett's iconic concert - review

Köln 75, directed by Israel-born, New York-based Ido Fluk, is a little like The Big Short at times, in that it features moments when various characters stop the action and break the fourth wall.

Scene from ‘Köln 75,' directed by Israeli Ido Fluk.

Inside Club Hotel Eilat: seven pools, large suites and a packed holiday week - review

A time-share deal made on a whim after a free dinner offer has evolved into a long-running family tradition at Club Hotel Eilat, complete with summer holidays and Shavuot stays.

The Club Hotel Eilat resemble a ship, and all of the rooms are suites.

BYD Atto 3 EV gets a price cut to NIS 155,000 and gains more range

Israel's former best-selling EV returns upgraded and cheaper: NIS 155,000 for 510 km range; 165,000 for AWD 3.9s 0–100 km/h performance upgrade EVs.

The rear spoiler has been split, and the trunk capacity has increased by 10% to 490 liters.

Back to the roots: Ferrari Launches the Amalfi V8 in Israel for NIS 2M

The new Amalfi replaces the Roma in the lineup as the Italian manufacturer’s entry-level model. The key figures: 3.3 seconds, 320 km/h, and even 4 seats.

The open Spider version requires an additional payment of NIS 250,000.

For the first time: Honda overtakes SYM as Israel’s best-selling two-wheeler brand

For over 30 years, Taiwan’s SYM dominated Israel’s two-wheeler market while Honda led globally. Now, Israel’s market is finally catching up with worldwide trends.

Honda ADV350. The launch of new maxi-scooters has made Honda more relevant to Israeli riders.

BMW iX3 electric: On range and the catch

The iX3 is BMW’s most important recent model, built on a new electric platform for future cars. We tested it on a long drive, including on Germany’s autobahns.

BMW has stopped enlarging its kidney grilles and returned to its roots, adding retro touches.

The cheapest pickup truck in Israel put to the test: The KGM Musso EV takes on the Negev

For the price of a Tesla Model Y, Korea’s KGM promises a 4x4 pickup truck with rare crossover-like comfort and genuine utility. Where does it excel, and where does it fall short?

Urban customers do not need the off-road capability and towing capacity of traditional diesel pickups. The electric Musso offers them a unique combination of a refined passenger vehicle and substantial hauling ability.

A soft landing in Eilat at the Adam Boutique Hotel - review

It’s nearly impossible not to enjoy a stay in Eilat, no matter where you reside. If you’re not caught up in requiring a 5-star stay, the Adam Boutique Hotel satisfies every need.

Eilat's Adam Boutique Hotel

'Returning': Exploring assimilation and the search for Jewish belonging - review

A multigenerational story of assimilation and the search for Jewish belonging.

Mississippi River steamboats at New Orleans, 1853.

Electric car like an F-16: Lexus RZ updated with longer range and steer-by-wire system

Electric Lexus RZ facelift adds extended range and aircraft-style steer-by-wire yoke steering. How does it drive, and why is Japan’s EV finally challenging Chinese rivals in markets today.

Many sporty cues, but not overly flashy.