We were in the moshav of Messianic Jews — and we simply fell in love with what's happening there

A travel article about Moshav Yad HaShmona in the Judean Hills, established by Finnish Christians and now home to a community of Messianic Jews alongside non-Messianic Israelis. The article covers the history of the settlement, community life, the Logos hotel, and the 'Luiza' catering with its 'Local Flavor' food project. The emphasis is on a culinary experience, rural atmosphere, and religious tolerance.

A travel article about Moshav Yad HaShmona, an unusual settlement in the Judean Hills established in the late 1960s by Finnish Christians. The Finns sought to establish a settlement, were initially refused, waited two years in tents at Neve Ilan, and finally Prime Minister Golda Meir approved its establishment in 1971 on the condition that the land would not be theirs. The settlement's name commemorates eight Austrian Jews who fled to Finland and were extradited to Auschwitz. Today, about 70 families live in the moshav, most of them Messianic Jews who believe in the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament. The hotel manager, Tzuri Bar David, speaks about the change in attitude toward the community: 'In the last 15 years there has been openness toward us.' The rural Logos hotel has 57 rooms, and 99% of its guests today are Israelis. The 'Luiza' catering runs the 'Local Flavor' project — monthly chef's meals centered around a local producer. The described meal took place around the date honey producer Shmuel Naki, including six courses and two desserts. The article emphasizes the rural atmosphere, sustainability, and religious tolerance.