Recall - Pesach Brownies (Israel)

Strauss Group recently announced the following recall, relevant to those who may have stocked up for Pesach as soon as products hit the shelves!

Product Name: "Tortit" Flavored Brownies - Kosher for Passover
Brand: Elite
Package Size: 300g
Barcode: 7290107955638




Consumers have complained of an unusually strong taste of the almond and rum flavorings in this product. Strauss group has agreed to recall the product, but they say it is safe to eat if you already have it.

Consumers who have purchased this product and want to return it are invited to contact Strauss via their website at: https://www.strauss-group.co.il/ or by phone: 1-800-777-777

Feel free to share this info with anyone who may need it!

Happy Pesach prep, everyone!

Restaurant and other Food deals!

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Kosherfrugal.com and Janglo have teamed up to bring you some great Groupon deals and Eluna deals (and other deals) you don't want to miss! Also, Janglo Beteavone has a great selection of restaurant coupons, so you can check http://shop.beteavone.com for more deals. Be sure to check them out before you go out! But supplies are extremely limited, so hurry before they're gone.

This post focuses exclusively on kosher restaurants and take-out food, so if you're going to splurge, you can now afford to splurge a little more, with discount vouchers and savings. I keep checking for new deals, as I know you've been waiting for some, and this week there are some changes, so check carefully! Be sure to check the Facebook group so you don't miss out!

Click here for discounts on Shows, Attractions, Workshops, and much more!

Pre-purchasing your vouchers and saving up to 50% is a GREAT way to save when you want to indulge! Don't miss out on the savings - check below for savings in your area!


Jerusalem and nearby:

Niflaot HaTzuna Pesach Catering, with delivery. Option for delivery to other cities, as well. After you purchase the Groupon, you must call the caterer to finalize your orders. All orders must be placed by March 26. Minimum order is for 10 people.

Cheese Platters from Macabi Cheeses in Givat Shaul (Mehadrin) - must order in advance. Pickup only on Mondays and Thursdays, with advance notice. Groupon valid thru April 9, 2018. Bring your PRINTED voucher. No Chol Hamoed Pickups!

Big Pizza (mehadrin), in Pisgat Zeev - get an XL pizza and garlic bread for just 30 shekels, or an XL pizza, garlic bread, and a pasta dish for just 49 shekels. Valid for 60 days from date of purchase, but not from March 27 - Apr 11. Not valid on delivery orders.

Aluma Chef's Restaurant (mehadrin) - fish dinner for 2 starting at 169nis, or meat dinner for 2 starting at 199nis. Voucher valid thru April 30. Reservations required. Not valid during Pesach

Touro Chef's Restaurant - half price vouchers for different meals for 2. Choose from 3 types, starting at 199nis for 2 (HALF OFF!)! Reservations required. Voucher valid thru April 18. Max 2 Groupons per table. Not valid during Pesach

Eucalyptus Chef's Restaurant in Jerusalem - save 30% on the 12 course tasting menu! valid Feb 11 - April 30, but not on Erev Pesach or Pesach. Reservations required. 

Shabbat (Friday night) dinner buffet at the Hotel Shani Restaurant - 79 nis for 1, or 149nis for 2. Reservations required. Valid for 60 days from date of purchase.

Begian Waffles from Beit HaCrepe in Bet Shemesh (Mehadrin) for half off! Voucher valid thru May 15, 2018, but not on Pesach. Sun-Thurs 11am - 10pm, and Fridays 9:30am - 2:30pm. Reservations required

Breakfast Buffet at the Leonardo Jerusalem, for 69nis per person or 129nis for a couple. Max 6 people at a table. Valid Sun-Fri, 6:30-10:00am. Reservations required. Valid thru June 30. Not valid during Pesach

Teresa in Cinema City Jerusalem - breakfast for 2 for 69nis! Can be redeemed Sun-Thurs, 10am - 2pm, and Fridays 9am - 1pm. Valid thru April 30, 2018, but blackout dates apply.  Reservations required. Max 2 couples with Groupons at a table. Not valid during Pesach

Montefiore - dinner for 2 starting at 229nis. Valid Sun - Thurs, 11am - 9pm, and Friday 11am - 2pm. Groupon valid thru April 4, 2018. Up to six people per table with Groupon deals. Reservations required. Cannot be redeemed March 30 - Apr 8

Eluna offers discount vouchers (most are 20 - 25% off retail price) for the following Jerusalem area restaurants: Cafe Landwer, Cafe Michael, Fresh Kitchen, HaSalatiya, Tommy's (Subject to change)

Shakshuk in Machane Yehuda - 58nis for 2! Groupon valid for 60 days from date of purchase. Can be redeemed Mon - Thurs, 8am - 4:30pm, and Fridays 8am - 1pm

Workshops (meat cooking/butchery) at Ktzizot - including a "Carnivore's meal" and a glass of wine, for 139nis! Groupon valid for 60 days from date of purchase. Reservations required. Workshops take place on Mon, Tues, and Thurs, at 6pm and last for 2 hrs. Not valid during Pesach

Pescados - (Jerusalem) Lunch for two for just 139nis! Or the Dinner deal for 44% off regular price (your choice of party of 2, or party of 4). Vouchers valid for 60 days from date of purchase. Not valid during Pesach

Buffet Dinner at the Crowne Plaza Hotel (Jerusalem). 1 for 99nis / 2 for 195nis. Groupon valid Sun - Thurs 6:30pm - 9pm. Not valid on Fridays, Shabbat, Holiday eves, or Holidays. Valid for 60 days from date of purchase.

Breakfast Buffet at the Shani Hotel (center of town) - for 49nis (1 person) or 97nis (2 people). Groupon valid for 60 days from date of purchase.

Get half off at Ta'im BaKerem. Sun - Wed, 4pm - 9pm or Thursday 4pm -8pm. Reservations required. Valid for 60 days from date of purchase.

Tel Aviv and Nearby:

Pesach Catering from Bishulim in Petach Tikvah. Orders must be placed by March 28, 2018. Choose the package for 5 people or 10 people. You can add additional people to the order, as long as you choose at least one of those packages.

Catering for Pesach from TOSO in Petach Tikvah - packages available for 5+ people

Pesach Catering from Hilulim Grill Bar in Holon - get a 100nis voucher for 50nis. Limit one voucher per person. Advance orders required. Pick up your order on March 29 or March 30.

Shabbat Takeout from Minei Gan Catering in Netanya - Buy a 100nis voucher for just 50nis! Groupon valid for 90 days from date of purchase. Can be redeemed ONLY on Fridays. Limit 1 per household. Not valid during Pesach, or Erev Pesach

Shabbat Takeout from Viki in Netanya - half price vouchers! Limit one per person. Valid for 90 days from date of purchase, on Fridays only

Shabbat Takeout from Tzanani in Bnei Brak - pay just 50nis for a voucher worth 100nis! Limit one per person. Valid thru April 30, 2018. Redeem on Fridays, between 7am and 2:30pm

Breakfast at Alfredo (Rishon), starting at 45 nis for 1 or 79nis for 2. Voucher valid thru May 31, 2018. Can be redeemed Sun - Thurs, 9am - 12:30pm, or Fridays 9am - noon (reservations required for Friday). Max 3 vouchers per table. Not valid during Pesach

Breakfast at Cafe Roslyn, Herzliya - 65nis for 2. Sun-Thurs, 8am - noon. Fridays with reservations only. Valid thru March 31, 2018. Max 2 couples with Groupons per table.

Breakfast at the David Tower in Netanya, and then use the spa facilities for the rest of the day! Reservations required. Voucher valid for 60 days from date of purchase. Must be 16+ to use the spa facilities.

Fish Market Chef's Restaurant by Meatos, dinner for 2 for 389nis. Valid thru April 30, 2018. Redeem on Sun-Fri, and Sat. nights, with advance reservations

The Faculty at TAU - pasta for two 65nis! There's also an upgraded option that includes wine and dessert. Voucher can be redeemed Sun - Thursday between 2pm and 10pm, until March 25. Reservations required after 7pm

Chuma in Gan Ha'Ir, lunch or dinner for 2 for 139nis. Redeem your voucher Sun-Thurs 11am - 10:30pm. Reservations required. Groupon valid thru April 1, 2018.

Breakfast Buffet at the Leonardo Art Hotel in TA - 59nis for one, 115nis for two. Voucher valid thru March 24, 2018. Can be redeemed Sun - Fri. Reservations Required. If you go, you can bring babies under age 2 along for free. Not valid during Pesach

Shabbat Meals at the Hilton Tel Aviv (CAFE MED) for 33% off the rack rate. Voucher valid thru March 24, 2018 -- For Shabbat lunch only on March 24. Reservations required. Max 12 people with Groupons at a table.

Breakfast Buffet at the Ramada in Netanya - 69nis for one, or 135nis for 2! Sun - Friday, 6:30-10am. Reservations required. Voucher can be used thru June 30, 2018. Not valid during Pesach, or Erev Pesach.

Fruit Platters from Ba-Li Pri in Ramat Gan, starting at 99nis. Limit 3 deals per person. Valid for 60 days from date of purchase. Order your platter in advance! Not valid before or during Pesach

Papa Pinno in Ramat Hasharon - half off your pizza! The Groupon deal doesn't specify they are kosher, but I checked it out and they are. Good thru March 15, 2018 -- This deal is still up so I'm not sure what the new expiration date is!

Eluna offers discount vouchers (most are 20 - 25% off retail price) for the following Tel Aviv area restaurants: Alfredo (Petach Tikva), Alternative, Baker's Pattisserie, Cafe Neto (Petach Tikvah), Currylinas, El Gaucho (Netanya), La Lasagna, Marrakesh, Matsuya, Nagisa (Ra'anana), Salta (Raanana), Taipei (Netanya), Taj Indian Restaurant, Vici (Raanana), and more! (Subject to change)

La Place in Netanya - Breakfast for 2, for just 59nis. Limit 2 Groupons per table. Show your Groupon before ordering. Valid thru April 30, 2018. Not valid during Pesach

Wok and Walk in Kiryat HaSharon - Get a 200nis voucher for just 100nis (use it for a meal for 2)! If you use it for takeaway, there is a 9nis additional fee. Groupon valid for 60 days from date of purchase. Limit one Groupon per couple per day. (Over 1000 customers have bought this deal - don't miss out!!) Not valid during Pesach

Breakfast Buffet at the Rimonim Tower in Ramat Gan - 59nis for 1, or 115nis for 2. Valid for 30 days from date of purchase. Reservations required. Breakfast buffet is open from 7am - 10am, Sun- Fri (not valid Erev Chag, and most likely Not valid during Pesach, but you can check)

Dinner for 2 at Hilulim (mehadrin) restaurant in Tel Aviv at the border of Holon, for 169nis. Reservations required. Max 5 Groupons per table. Voucher can be used Sun - Thurs, noon - 11pm. Voucher valid for 90 days from date of purchase, but not on Rosh Chodesh. Not valid during Pesach

Haifa and North:


Takeout food for Shabbat from Pataio Catering in Tirat HaCarmel - get a 100nis voucher for just 50nis! Groupon valid for 60 days from date of purchase. Not valid during Pesach, or erev Pesach

Shabbat Takeout from Arucha al Hamidracha in Nesher - Buy a voucher valued at 100nis for just 50nis. Limit one per person. Only valid on Fridays, thru May 31. (call to check if this is valid for Pesach food)

Breakfast Buffet at the Bay View Hotel in Haifa - Sun-Thurs: 55nis for 1 or 99nis for 2, Fridays: 59nis for 1 or 115nis for 2. Voucher valid thru May 31, 2018. Max 6 per table with Groupons. Reservations required. Not valid during Pesach

Meatballim Chef's Restaurant in Rosh Pinah - 279nis for 2. Voucher valid thru May 15, but not on Pesach. Sun-Thurs, 11am - midnight. Reservations required.

Iskander (Mehadrin) at Nahar Hayarden (upper Galilee) - dinner for 2 for 219nis. Valid for 60 days from date of purchase. Max. 3 Groupons for table (3 couples). Reservations required. Redeem Sun - Wed, noon - 8pm, Thurs. noon - 9:30pm, or Friday noon - half an hour before Shabbat. Valid during Pesach

Pizza Puzzle in Akko - get an XL pizza for 30nis. For 49nis, you'll also get a salad and garlic bread with your pizza. Voucher good for 2 months from date of purchase. Not valid for Delivery. Cannot be redeemed from March 23 - April 14, 2018.

Shytel in Nahariya (Badatz/Machpud meats) - Dinner for 2 for 135nis. Max. 3 vouchers per table (3 couples). Good for 60 days from date of purchase. Reservations required. Not valid during Pesach

Breakfast Buffet at the Crown Plaza in Haifa - 59nis for 1/109nis for 2 (69/129 on Fridays). You must buy the deal that is valid on the day you want to go (Sun-Thurs OR Friday). Reservations required. Breakfast is served 6:30-10:30am. Voucher valid thru May 31, 2018. Not valid during Pesach

Japan! Japan in Kiryat Ata - choose a buy one get one free voucher for Sushi or for Stir Fry. Up to 3 Groupons can be used at one table. Not valid for delivery orders. Good thru July 31, 2018. Not valid during Pesach

Eluna offers discount vouchers (most are 20 - 25% off retail price) for the following Northern area restaurants: Baba (Karmiel), Casa Barone (Zichron), Taj Indian Restaurant in Or Akiva, Nili in Zichron Yaakov (Subject to change)

Sinta Bar (Kiryat Ata) at Kenyon Shaar Hatzafon, Burger meal for 2, for 76nis. Includes 2 burgers, one order of fries, and 2 drinks. Voucher valid for 60 days from date of purchase, and call in advance. Cannot be redeemed on Fridays. Not valid during Pesach

Shela Restaurant (Kiryat Motzkin), for 79nis per couple. Limit 2 vouchers per table. Voucher valid for 90 days from date of purchase, with advance reservations. Not valid during Pesach

Two Felafels with French Fries at Olam HaOchel, (or two omelet pitot with french fries) for just 19nis! Valid for 60 days from date of purchase. Can be redeemed Sun-Thurs till 9am - 5pm, Fridays 8am - 3pm

Olam Ha'Ochel in Haifa (meat restaurant, with tons of salads for the table) for just 35nis per person (69nis for 2!). Groupon valid for 90 days from date of purchase, and only from 8am - 5:30pm (Sun-Thurs) or 8am - 4pm Fridays. limit 8 people with Groupons per table. 

50% off at Ta'im L'Chulam in Haifa! (The meal includes soup, a meat main dish, 2 sides, a drink, and more!) Voucher valid for 60 days from date of purchase. Can be redeemed Sun-Thurs till 9am - 5pm.


South:


TakeOut from Boda Blanca in Ashdod (Mehadrin) for half price! Pay 40nis for an 80nis voucher! Fridays only. Groupon valid thru May 30, 2018, not valid on Pesach

Takeout Food for Shabbat from Ofra Gourmet in Ashdod - Get an 80nis voucher for just 40nis! Limit one voucher per person. Can only be redeemed on Fridays. Valid thru May 30, 2018. Blackout dates: March 23, March 30, April 6

Criollo Pasta Bar in Be'er Sheva - 89 nis for dinner for 2! Reservations required. Groupon valid thru April 20, 2018 (with some blackout dates). Not valid during Pesach

Greg Kitchen (mehadrin, meat) in Yavneh - here's a deal for a meal for 2, starting at 99nis! Groupon valid thru March 30, 2018. Max 6 people per table with this deal.

Eluna offers discount vouchers (most are 20 - 25% off retail price) for the following Southern area restaurants: Namaste (Ashdod) (Subject to change)

Marshmallow in Be'er Sheva - Choose breakfast for 2 for 69nis OR a 40 shekel voucher (for one person) for 20 shekels! Valid thru June 30, 2018. Limit 3 couples with a Groupon at a table. Redeem Sun - Thurs 9:30am - 6pm. Not valid during Pesach

Marshmallow in Be'er Sheva - Pasta dinner for 2 for 79nis, including a dessert (fondue and other "specials" not included) Valid thru June 30, 2018. Not valid during Pesach

Ribs in Ashdod - 99nis for a 2 person meal! (upgrade that includes wine, dessert, and coffee is available) Voucher valid thru May 30, 2018. Limit 6 people per table if using a Groupon voucher. Can be redeemed Sun-Thurs, noon - 7pm. Reservations required. Not valid during Pesach

Lunch at "Space" in Moshav Amonim - 139nis for 1 person, 279nis for 2, or 549nis for 4. Voucher valid thru June 30, 2018. Check for blackout dates, and reservations required. Generally valid Sun-Thurs noon - 5:30pm or Fridays noon - 2pm. Anyone in your party without a Groupon voucher will be required to order 100nis minimum from the menu, and children under 10 will be required to order a 40nis children's meal. According to the info posted, you can use their gardens (and pool, maybe) before and after your meal. Not valid during Pesach

Pizza HaGesher in Be'er Sheva (Mehadrin) - Get an XL pie for just 29nis! Sun - Thurs, 11am - 8pm, and Fridays 11am - 4pm. Groupon valid for 60 days from date of purchase. Not valid during Pesach. You can redeem multiple vouchers at one time.


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Pesach Fun!

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I love being able to bring you the best of Groupon's deals - this post is all about Entertainment and Attractions, specifically over Pesach!

**CLICK HERE for the updated post!!**

Planning your Pesach activities? Check out these deals for discount admission to various attractions all around the country -- they should all be valid for Pesach fun (though terms and conditions can change at any time)! Vouchers vary from slight discounts to 50% off or more:

The Monkey Shelter

Agri-Circus

Ice Skating in Eilat 

Park Eretz Hatzvi

Graffiti Workshops in Florentin, Tel Aviv

Pesach "Happening" at the Kiryat Ono Pool - 25 shekels for an adult, 40 shekels for a kid, for all day pool and fun!

Discount games at Laser Tag Planet, Haifa!

MadaTech in Haifa

Derech Ha'Etz Park

Beit Oren "Fun Day" (Horseback Riding, "Tomcar" ride) (there is an additional fee at the gate for Pesach and other special days)

Extreme Park at Montfort Lake (Maalot)

Jimbolee in Hadera

Reptile Center, Katzrin

Flyboard Experience on the Kinneret

Kinneret Water Sports

Speedboating on the Kinneret

Maimonides Puzzle Room (book with code Kosherfrugal for 10% off)

Havat Gan Eden, Be'er Yaakov

Funky Monkey (playplace) in Ashdod

JumpPark in Netanya

JumpPark in Rishon

Shachmatipus -- Climbing Wall in Kiryat Malachi

Strawberry Picking in Ramot Hashavim

Strawberry Picking in Hod Hasharon

Technoda - if you want Pesach tickets, make sure you buy the one that is valid during Pesach, not the one for the week before!

Bowling in Eilat

Ein Gedi Botanical Gardens

Agam Nitzanim (Ashdod)

Urban Climbing in Rechovot (does not include rental fee for climbing shoes)

Igudan Water Treatment Facility, Rishon (includes the "green circus" show) for 10 shekels

If you're planning a vacation, check out these tips before you get started!

Be sure to check eLuna for discount restaurant vouchers or click here for Groupon restaurant deals!

If you're looking for free activities for Pesach, be sure to follow my blog on Facebook to get all the updates. You can check out what's already been published in these posts:

Free Attractions for Pesach 5778 (2018) Part 1

Free Attractions for Pesach 5778 (2018) Part 2
Free Attractions for Pesach 5778 (2018) Part 3

Enjoy!

Warning: Raspberry Jelly

The public should be aware that recent tests showed a significant presence insects in the following product:

Brand: Shkediya

Product: Red Raspberry Jelly, 70% fruit

Barcode: 729001447219

Production date: 22.11.2107

What can I say? I don't want to eat bugs any more than the next person! So watch out if you have this product.

The product is not currently being recalled, but if you find bugs in yours, I highly recommend you call the company at the phone number listed on the label.

Food Recall! (Smoked Salmon)

There's been another smoked salmon recall you should know about!

Here are the details of the recall:

Brand: Delidag
Product: Smoked Salmon, refrigerated
Barcode: 7290008340618
Size: 100g packages
Production Date: 13.2.2018
Expiration Date: 14.3.2018

This product is being recalled because tests show that samples were contaminated with listeria.

Consumers who have purchased this product are instructed NOT to eat it. To arrange for a refund, please call Delidag customer service at 1-800-504-050

Please help get the word out! Share this post with anyone who might have bought these products.

Follow me on Facebook to stay up to date with recalls and other information!

Free Activities for Pesach 5778 (2018)! (Part 1) (Mapa U'Matzah)

   Everyone has been waiting for this! I am so happy to be able to start bringing you this year's list of FREE THINGS TO DO ON PESACH!

For Pesach 2018 / 5778 there are a few different initiatives to bring free culture and entertainment to the public. This is really great news! We all know how much the regular expenses of the holiday can stress us out, without even beginning to think about entertainment! I highly recommend you take advantage of the free offerings!

Here's the first set:

Mapa U'Matza Program -- These free sites are sponsored by the Council for the Conservation of Heritage Sites

On Chol Hamoed, April 3 and 4, 2018 (18-19 Nissan), twelve heritage sites will be open to the public, for free, and will offer various activities and presentations. More details below!

I have done my best to translate the information that appears online in Hebrew, and find websites in English for the museums whenever possible. I put significant energy and time into doing this, and I ask that when sharing the information I have written here, please do so by linking back to this page. Thank you in advance.

Participating FREE sites:

Chaim Shturman House, Kibbutz Ein Harud, 10 am - 2pm

Founders' Settlement in Rosh Pinah, 9 am - 4 pm

Kinneret Courtyard, Moshava Kinneret, 10 am - 4 pm

Maimonides Heritage Center, Tiberias, 9 am - 2 pm

Beit She'an Museum, Beit She'an, 9:30 am - 2 pm (warning: link opens a word document! It's legit. Just very odd. Sorry) (for the Hebrew website, click here)

Jezreel Valley Museum, Kibbutz Yifat, 4pm - 7pm

Herzl Museum, Jerusalem, 9 am - 5 pm

Begin Center, Jerusalem, 9 am - 7 pm (Wed. at 11:00 - in English!)

Yad L'Banim Ramle Museum, Ramle, 9 am - 4 pm

Ben Gurion House, Tel Aviv, 9 am - 4 pm

Bialik Center, Tel Aviv, 9 am - 2 pm

Hadassah House, Hebron, 9 am - 5 pm


I'll be posting more information about free and discount entertainment on Pesach in the coming days, so be sure to follow me on facebook or sign up to get email updates (link on the right hand side of this page) from this website.  

Check out Part 2 of this series HERE
Check out Part 3 of this series HERE

Click here for discount admission at many attractions around the country - not everything can be free!

iHerb extra savings!

This post contains my iHerb referral link. You'll save money using it (even existing customers), and I may be compensated by iHerb. It won't cost you extra - but it WILL save you money!

 I've promised to share iHerb deals whenever I hear about them, so none of you will miss out on the extra savings! So here's the current deal:

Save an extra 10% off all Women's Health products, with promo code WDAY2018 (promo code should automatically be added to your cart when you click this link)!

This coupon code is good thru March 12th at 10:00 A.M. Pacific Standard Time (PST)

You can also get the additional discount off your order when you use my referral code (QEJ101) or by clicking any of the following links:

Sports

Superfoods

Joint, Bone, Hair and Skin Formulas

And if you use Shipping Savers, you can get really affordable shipping, even if you choose DHL Express shipping (I highly recommend this shipping method)! You can sort for Shipping Savers on iHerb by clicking the Shipping Saver checkbox on the lefthand side of the page. Check out my Shipping Saver suggestions, too!

Not sure if shopping at iHerb makes sense?
I shop there pretty often, as you may already know. I find it makes life easier for me - not only do they make it easy to find some "hard to find" products my family needs (like fragrance free shower products), but I save a significant amount of money on things like vitamins and probiotics. So many products are definitely less expensive at iHerb than at my local stores, and shipping is VERY affordable as I mentioned above.

Here are some of the things I like to buy at iHerb:

Palm Oil (this eco-friendly version is not available in Israel at all, and is perfect for making frosting or fudge)

Magnesium Tablets (these and many other supplements are quite pricey in Israel and iHerb is a great way to save!)

Stash Teas (I buy these when they are on sale, as the sale price comes out to less than the lowest price I can find herbal teas for locally, and these are just SO MUCH HIGHER quality than teas I can find for an affordable price!)

Vitamin D (so many people are deficient, it turns out! And my doctor prescribed a rather high dose, and what's sold here is very low dose and more expensive)

Probiotics are far less expensive from iHerb than any I've found in Israel, and they don't weigh much! Many of these are "shipping savers" - so they'll lower your shipping costs for the whole order if you add them in!

EO shower gel (we like this kid friendly all-in-one shower product that doesn't irritate our skin!)

Ricola throat drops (these work out to be only slightly less expensive than the local price, so I use them as a "filler" product, never as my "reason for buying")

Witch Hazel (it's really not easy to find witch hazel products locally, and if you love witch hazel, you'll be thrilled with iherb's price. This one is a toner with alcohol in it - some people like the alcohol in it, but if you don't, they also have plenty of no-alcohol witch hazel products)

Coffee Filters (unbleached) - I can find the #4 size locally, but I use the #2 size, and can't always find unbleached, and it's so easy to order it, rather than running around town!

Brown Rice Pasta (only when they're on sale, great for people who don't eat wheat! The local equivalent is more expensive unless there's an amazing sale)

Grapefruit Seed Extract (similar product, 1/4 of the size, cost more than twice as much at my health food store, and many people are convinced this keeps colds away,!)

Essential Oils (I use them in homemade cleaners) - for a fraction of the price here in Israel! Yes, they are real and natural (and very importantly, not an MLM)!

Soy-free Teriyaki Sauce (for my soy allergic child)

Calendula Cream (so soothing and wonderful for eczema!)

Aquaphor Ointment - impossible to buy locally! (lately this has been out of stock at iherb, but you can ask to be notified when it's available). When it's not available, you might find CeraVe to be a good alternative.

I also regularly check the Specials Page to see if products I use are on sale and work out to a better deal thru iHerb during a sale, and I also occasionally will order a hard-to-find spice.

If you haven't ordered from iHerb, now is the perfect time to check it out!
And please let me know what your favorite deals are!

Don't get surprised by import taxes! If you are ordering items from overseas, be sure to familiarize yourself with the most recent personal import regulations!

Restaurant and other food deals!

(This post contains affiliate links, and I may be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking a link. Thanks in advance for your support!)  

Kosherfrugal.com and Janglo have teamed up to bring you some great Groupon deals and Eluna deals (and other deals) you don't want to miss! Also, Janglo Beteavone has a great selection of restaurant coupons, so you can check http://shop.beteavone.com for more deals. Be sure to check them out before you go out! But supplies are extremely limited, so hurry before they're gone.

This post focuses exclusively on kosher restaurants and take-out food, so if you're going to splurge, you can now afford to splurge a little more, with discount vouchers and savings. I keep checking for new deals, as I know you've been waiting for some, and this week there are some changes, so check carefully! Be sure to check the Facebook group so you don't miss out!

Click here for discounts on Shows, Attractions, Workshops, and much more!

Pre-purchasing your vouchers and saving up to 50% is a GREAT way to save when you want to indulge! Don't miss out on the savings - check below for savings in your area!


Tel Aviv and Nearby:


Breakfast at Cafe Roslyn, Herzliya - 65nis for 2. Sun-Thurs, 8am - noon. Fridays with reservations only. Valid thru March 31, 2018. Max 2 couples with Groupons per table.

Breakfast at the David Tower in Netanya, and then use the spa facilities for the rest of the day! Reservations required. Voucher valid for 60 days from date of purchase. Must be 16+ to use the spa facilities.

Fish Market Chef's Restaurant by Meatos, dinner for 2 for 389nis. Valid thru April 30, 2018. Redeem on Sun-Fri, and Sat. nights, with advance reservations

The Faculty at TAU - pasta for two 65nis! There's also an upgraded option that includes wine and dessert. Voucher can be redeemed Sun - Thursday between 2pm and 10pm, until March 25. Reservations required after 7pm

Cofix - half price coffee! Pay just 2.5nis for a voucher you can redeem for 1 cup of coffee or tea at any Cofix except for Super Cofix branches and Ra'anana branch at Achuza 111). Limit 6 vouchers per person. Max 3 vouchers in one purchase. Valid Feb 20 - March 15

Breakfast Buffet at the Leonardo City Tower, Tel Aviv - 69nis for 1 person, 135nis for 2. Valid thru April 30, 2018, but not on Pesach. Redeem on Sun-Fri, with advance reservations

Shabbat Takeout from Viki in Netanya - half price vouchers! Limit one per person. Valid for 90 days, on Fridays only

Chuma in Gan Ha'Ir, lunch or dinner for 2 for 139nis. Redeem your voucher Sun-Thurs 11am - 10:30pm. Reservations required. Groupon valid thru April 1, 2018.

Shabbat Takeout from Tzanani in Bnei Brak - pay just 50nis for a voucher worth 100nis! Limit one per person. Valid thru April 30, 2018. Redeem on Fridays, between 7am and 2:30pm

Breakfast Buffet at the Leonardo Art Hotel in TA - 59nis for one, 115nis for two. Voucher valid thru March 24, 2018. Can be redeemed Sun - Fri. Reservations Required. If you go, you can bring babies under age 2 along for free.

Catering for Pesach from TOSO in Petach Tikvah - packages available for 5+ people

Shabbat Meals at the Hilton Tel Aviv (CAFE MED) for 33% off the rack rate. Voucher valid thru March 24, 2018 -- For Friday night dinner only on Feb. 2, Feb. 9, Feb. 16, and Feb. 23. For Shabbat lunch only on Feb. 3, Feb. 10, Feb. 17, Feb. 24, March 3, March 10, March 17, and March 24. Reservations required. Max 12 people with Groupons at a table.

Breakfast Buffet at Herod's Tel Aviv: 79nis for one, 155nis for 2! Reservations required, redeem Sunday- Friday. Groupon valid thru March 23, 2018

Breakfast Buffet at the Ramada in Netanya - 69nis for one, or 135nis for 2! Sun - Friday, 6:30-10am. Reservations required. Voucher can be used thru March 22, 2018.

Fruit Platters from Ba-Li Pri in Ramat Gan, starting at 99nis. Limit 3 deals per person. Valid for 60 days from date of purchase. Order your platter in advance!

Papa Pinno in Ramat Hasharon - half off your pizza! The Groupon deal doesn't specify they are kosher, but I checked it out and they are. Good thru March 15, 2018

Eluna offers discount vouchers (most are 20 - 25% off retail price) for the following Tel Aviv area restaurants: Alfredo (Petach Tikva), Alternative, Baker's Pattisserie, Cafe Neto (Petach Tikvah), Currylinas, El Gaucho (Netanya), La Lasagna, Marrakesh, Matsuya, Nagisa (Ra'anana), Salta (Raanana), Taipei (Netanya), Taj Indian Restaurant, Vici (Raanana), and more! (Subject to change)

Sushi Plus in Tel Aviv - 89nis for 2! Voucher valid for 60 days from date of purchase, and not valid on takeaway

La Place in Netanya - Breakfast for 2, for just 59nis. Limit 2 Groupons per table. Show your Groupon before ordering. Valid thru March 20, 2018

Wok and Walk in Kiryat HaSharon - Get a 200nis voucher for just 100nis (use it for a meal for 2)! If you use it for takeaway, there is a 9nis additional fee. Groupon valid for 60 days from date of purchase. Limit one Groupon per couple per day. (Over 1000 customers have bought this deal - don't miss out!!)

Gelato Factory in Rishon - starting at 10nis! Groupon valid for 60 days from date of purchase.

Breakfast Buffet at the Rimonim Tower in Ramat Gan - 59nis for 1, or 115nis for 2. Valid for 30 days from date of purchase. Reservations required. Breakfast buffet is open from 7am - 10am, Sun- Fri (not valid Erev Chag)

Dinner for 2 at Hilulim (mehadrin) restaurant in Tel Aviv at the border of Holon, for 169nis. Reservations required. Max 5 Groupons per table. Voucher can be used Sun - Thurs, noon - 11pm. Voucher valid for 90 days from date of purchase, but not on Rosh Chodesh

Shabbat Takeaway from Minei Gan Catering in Netanya - Buy a 100nis voucher for just 50nis! Groupon valid for 90 days from date of purchase. Can be redeemed ONLY on Fridays. Limit 1 per household.

Lechem Orez in Reut - get your choice of 50% off vouchers. Groupon valid thru Feb. 28, 2018. Max 6 people per table when using Groupon vouchers. Reservations required.

Jerusalem and nearby:


Touro Chef's Restaurant - half price vouchers for different meals for 2. Choose from 3 types, starting at 199nis for 2 (HALF OFF!)! Not valid Purim or Pesach. Reservations required. Voucher valid thru April 18. Max 2 Groupons per table.

Eucalyptus Chef's Restaurant in Jerusalem - save 30% on the 12 course tasting menu! valid Feb 11 - April 30, but not on Erev Pesach or Pesach. Reservations required. 

Shabbat (Friday night) dinner buffet at the Hotel Shani Restaurant - 79 nis for 1, or 149nis for 2. Reservations required. Valid for 60 days from date of purchase.

Cofix - half price coffee! Pay just 2.5nis for a voucher you can redeem for 1 cup of coffee or tea at any Cofix except for Super Cofix branches and Ra'anana branch at Achuza 111). Limit 6 vouchers per person. Max 3 vouchers in one purchase. Valid Feb 20 - March 15

Begian Waffles from Beit HaCrepe in Bet Shemesh (Mehadrin) for half off! Voucher valid thru May 15, 2018, but not on Pesach. Sun-Thurs 11am - 10pm, and Fridays 9:30am - 2:30pm. Reservations required

Cheese Platters from Macabi Cheeses in Givat Shaul (Mehadrin) - must order in advance. Pickup only on Mondays and Thursdays, with advance notice. Groupon valid thru March 5, 2018. Bring your PRINTED voucher.

Breakfast Buffet at the Leonardo Jerusalem, for 69nis per person or 129nis for a couple. Max 6 people at a table. Valid Sun-Fri, 6:30-10:00am. Reservations required.

Teresa in Cinema City Jerusalem - breakfast for 2 for 69nis! Can be redeemed Sun-Thurs, 10am - 2pm, and Fridays 9am - 1pm. Valid thru April 30, 2018, but blackout dates apply (holidays including Purim and Pesach are excluded).  Reservations required. Max 2 couples with Groupons at a table.

Montefiore - dinner for 2 starting at 229nis. Valid Sun - Thurs, 11am - 9pm, and Friday 11am - 2pm. Groupon valid thru March 23, 2018. Up to six people per table with Groupon deals. Reservations required.

Eluna offers discount vouchers (most are 20 - 25% off retail price) for the following Jerusalem area restaurants: Cafe Landwer, Cafe Michael, Fresh Kitchen, HaSalatiya, Tommy's (Subject to change)

Lunch or Dinner for 2 at Pichonka in Nes Harim, starting at 199nis. Reservations required. Groupon must be redeemed by Feb. 20, 2018. Blackout dates apply. Max 5 Groupons per group. You must show the Groupon before you order, and anyone in your party without a Groupon will be required to place an 80 nis (minimum) order.

Shakshuk in Machane Yehuda - 58nis for 2! Groupon valid for 60 days from date of purchase. Can be redeemed Mon - Thurs, 8am - 4:30pm, and Fridays 8am - 1pm

Workshops (meat cooking/butchery) at Ktzizot - including a "Carnivore's meal" and a glass of wine, for 139nis! Groupon valid for 60 days from date of purchase. Reservations required. Workshops take place on Mon, Tues, and Thurs, at 6pm and last for 2 hrs.

Pescados - (Jerusalem) Lunch for two for just 139nis! Or the Dinner deal for 44% off regular price (your choice of party of 2, or party of 4). Vouchers valid for 60 days from date of purchase.

Buffet Dinner at the Crowne Plaza Hotel (Jerusalem). 1 for 99nis / 2 for 195nis. Groupon valid Sun - Thurs 6:30pm - 9pm. Not valid on Fridays, Shabbat, Holiday eves, or Holidays. Valid for 60 days from date of purchase.

Breakfast Buffet at the Shani Hotel (center of town) - for 49nis (1 person) or 97nis (2 people). Groupon valid for 60 days from date of purchase.

Get half off at Ta'im BaKerem. Sun - Wed, 4pm - 9pm or Thursday 4pm -8pm. Reservations required. Valid for 60 days from date of purchase.

Haifa and North:


Meatballim Chef's Restaurant in Rosh Pinah - 279nis for 2. Voucher valid thru May 15, but not on Pesach. Sun-Thurs, 11am - midnight. Reservations required.

Iskander (Mehadrin) at Nahar Hayarden (upper Galilee) - dinner for 2 for 219nis. Valid for 60 days from date of purchase. Max. 3 Groupons for table (3 couples). Reservations required. Redeem Sun - Wed, noon - 8pm, Thurs. noon - 9:30pm, or Friday noon - half an hour before Shabbat.

Shabbat Takeout from Arucha al Hamidracha in Nesher - Buy a voucher valued at 100nis for just 50nis. Limit one per person. Only valid on Fridays, thru May 31. (call to check if this is valid for Pesach food)

Cofix - half price coffee! Pay just 2.5nis for a voucher you can redeem for 1 cup of coffee or tea at any Cofix except for Super Cofix branches and Ra'anana branch at Achuza 111). Limit 6 vouchers per person. Max 3 vouchers in one purchase. Valid Feb 20 - March 15

Breakfast Buffet at the Leonardo Hotel, Haifa - 79nis for one, or 149nis for 2! Voucher valid thru March 20, 2018. Use Sun - Friday, 7-10am. 

Pizza Puzzle in Akko - get an XL pizza for 30nis. For 49nis, you'll also get a salad and garlic bread with your pizza. Voucher good for 2 months from date of purchase. Not valid for Delivery. Cannot be redeemed from March 23 - April 14, 2018.

Sushi for 2 at Sushiya in Kiryat Atta, for 88nis. Good thru March 25, 2018. Not valid on Delivery orders. Only valid on items on the menu, no substitutions. Can be redeemed Sun-Thurs 11:30am - 9:30pm, Fridays 11:30am - 2:30pm, and Sat. nights from 1 hr after Shabbat until 10:30pm

Shytel in Nahariya (Badatz/Machpud meats) - Dinner for 2 for 135nis. Max. 3 vouchers per table (3 couples). Good for 60 days from date of purchase. Reservations required.

Breakfast Buffet at the Crown Plaza in Haifa - 59nis for 1/109nis for 2 (69/129 on Fridays). You must buy the deal that is valid on the day you want to go (Sun-Thurs OR Friday). Reservations required. Breakfast is served 6:30-10:30am. Voucher valid thru March 20, 2018

Japan! Japan in Kiryat Ata - choose a buy one get one free voucher for Sushi or for Stir Fry. Up to 3 Groupons can be used at one table. Not valid for delivery orders. Good thru July 31, 2018.

Eluna offers discount vouchers (most are 20 - 25% off retail price) for the following Northern area restaurants: Baba (Karmiel), Casa Barone (Zichron), Taj Indian Restaurant in Or Akiva, Nili in Zichron Yaakov (Subject to change)

Takeout food for Shabbat from Pataio Catering in Tirat HaCarmel - get a 100nis voucher for just 50nis! Groupon valid for 60 days from date of purchase

Sinta Bar (Kiryat Ata) at Kenyon Shaar Hatzafon, Burger meal for 2, for 76nis. Includes 2 burgers, one order of fries, and 2 drinks. Voucher valid for 60 days from date of purchase, and call in advance. Cannot be redeemed on Fridays.

Shela Restaurant (Kiryat Motzkin), for 79nis per couple. Limit 2 vouchers per table. Voucher valid for 90 days from date of purchase, with advance reservations.

Two Felafels with French Fries at Olam HaOchel, (or two omelet pitot with french fries) for just 19nis! Valid for 60 days from date of purchase. Can be redeemed Sun-Thurs till 9am - 5pm, Fridays 8am - 3pm

50% off at Ta'im L'Chulam in Haifa! (The meal includes soup, a meat main dish, 2 sides, a drink, and more!) Voucher valid for 60 days from date of purchase. Can be redeemed Sun-Thurs till 9am - 5pm.

Olam Ha'Ochel in Haifa (meat restaurant, with tons of salads for the table) for just 35nis per person (69nis for 2!). Groupon valid for 90 days from date of purchase, and only from 8am - 5:30pm (Sun-Thurs) or 8am - 4pm Fridays. limit 8 people with Groupons per table. 


South:

Vino Del Mar (Ashdod) for about 50% off! Reservations required. Groupon valid thru April 30, 2018 (with some blackout dates - not valid over Pesach). 

Cofix - half price coffee! Pay just 2.5nis for a voucher you can redeem for 1 cup of coffee or tea at any Cofix except for Super Cofix branches and Ra'anana branch at Achuza 111). Limit 6 vouchers per person. Max 3 vouchers in one purchase. Valid Feb 20 - March 15

Lunch or Dinner for 2 at Tebilisi in Be'er Sheva - starting 99nis for 2. Voucher valid thru March 28, 2018. Redeem Sunday or Monday, noon - 11pm, Tuesday -- Thursday, noon - 7pm, and Saturday nights till midnight. Max 3 couples with Groupons per table. Reservations required.

Criollo Pasta Bar in Be'er Sheva - 89 nis for dinner for 2! Reservations required. Groupon valid thru April 20, 2018 (with some blackout dates). 

TakeOut from Boda Blanca in Ashdod (Mehadrin) for half price! Pay 40nis for an 80nis voucher! Fridays only. Groupon valid thru May 30, 2018, not valid on Pesach

Takeout Food for Shabbat from Ofra Gourmet in Ashdod - Get an 80nis voucher for just 40nis! Limit one voucher per person. Can only be redeemed on Fridays. Valid thru May 30, 2018. Blackout dates: March 23, March 30, April 6

Greg Kitchen (mehadrin, meat) in Yavneh - here's a deal for a meal for 2, starting at 99nis! Groupon valid thru March 30, 2018. Max 6 people per table with this deal.

Eluna offers discount vouchers (most are 20 - 25% off retail price) for the following Southern area restaurants: Namaste (Ashdod) (Subject to change)

Cafe Greg, G mall in Yavneh (mehadrin) - choose a 50nis voucher for anything on the menu (not breakfast though) for half off, or breakfast for two for 79nis! Voucher valid thru March 30, 2018

Marshmallow in Be'er Sheva - Choose breakfast for 2 for 69nis OR a 40 shekel voucher (for one person) for 20 shekels! Valid thru Jan 30, 2018. Limit 3 couples with a Groupon at a table. Redeem Sun - Thurs 9:30am - 6pm

Marshmallow in Be'er Sheva - Pasta dinner for 2 for 79nis, including a dessert (fondue and other "specials" not included) Valid thru Jan 30, 2018

Ribs in Ashdod - 99nis for a 2 person meal! (upgrade that includes wine, dessert, and coffee is available) Voucher valid thru March 28, 2018. Can be redeemed Sun-Thurs, noon - 7pm. Reservations required.

Lunch at "Space" in Moshav Amonim - 139nis for 1 person, 279nis for 2, or 549nis for 4. Voucher valid thru June 30, 2018. Check for blackout dates, and reservations required. Generally valid Sun-Thurs noon - 5:30pm or Fridays noon - 2pm. Anyone in your party without a Groupon voucher will be required to order 100nis minimum from the menu, and children under 10 will be required to order a 40nis children's meal. According to the info posted, you can use their gardens (and pool, maybe) before and after your meal.

Pizza HaGesher in Be'er Sheva (Mehadrin) - Get an XL pie for just 29nis! Sun - Thurs, 11am - 8pm, and Fridays 11am - 4pm. Groupon valid for 60 days from date of purchase. You can redeem multiple vouchers at one time.


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