Hanukkah may be over, but that doesn’t have to mean the end of gift-giving! Spread holiday cheer with our best fun and festive small gifts from Israel – they work great for a Secret Santa (or Mystery Maccabee) gift exchange and are perfect to share with your colleagues, friends, or your child’s classmates or teachers.
1. Tasty Israeli Treats
Chocolate and candy are simple and universally beloved holiday treats, sure to be appreciated by any recipient, both children and adults alike!
From festive gelt that’s not just for Hanukkah to melt-in-your-mouth halva, fun-sized candy bars, and convenient on-the-go packets of rich Turkish coffee, we’ve got some of the best festive treats that Israel has to offer, perfect for gifting and sharing.
2. Teddy Bear with Israeli Flag Sweatshirt
This plush teddy bear works as both a cuddly toy for a child and a fun Israeli souvenir for a recipient of any age.
The teddy bear wears a soft blue sweatshirt embroidered with an Israeli flag, and has an Israeli flag heart on its foot. Great for all ages and sure to be loved for years to come!
3. Martin Holt Jewish Humor Wall Clock
Add a fun piece of Jewish art and humor to your lucky recipient’s home décor, with this wooden wall clock imprinted with Israeli artist Martin Holt’s colorful portrayal of Moses splitting the waters of a swimming pool lane in order to allow a Hasidic athlete to run instead of swim to the other side.
Both beautifully detailed and entertaining, this gift will show off your sense of humor and style, and enliven the recipient’s home for many years to come!
4. Barbara Shaw "Schlep" Tote Bag
The Yiddish language has some of the most fun vocab that has made its way to general pop culture, such as the word schlep.
Anyone who needs to carry their belongings around to work or school will appreciate this “schlep” tote bag from Israeli artist Barbara Shaw – super comfortable, stylish, and available in white or black cotton canvas.
5. Barbara Shaw "Man Plans" Mug
Another relatable Yiddish-language piece from Barbara Shaw is this “Man plans and God laughs” coffee mug featuring the famous proverb in both English and Yiddish.
Your lucky recipient will love starting their day off with this reassuring piece of wisdom along with their morning coffee, or displaying it on their desk.
6. Yair Emanuel Large Wood Painted Hamsa
This gorgeous, large wood Hamsa wall hanging from famous Israeli designer Yair Emanuel will add radiance and style to any home or office!
The colorful painted design features a collage of various beautiful decorative motifs. The Hamsa itself is an ancient emblem of Divine protection against negative energies and remains to this day a symbol of luck and protection, making it a popular decorative motif.
7. Yair Emanuel Ceramic Pomegranate
Another beautiful piece of décor from the Jerusalem studio of Yair Emanuel is this charming, ceramic pomegranate replica.
The pomegranate traditionally symbolizes prosperity, wisdom, and abundance. Available in a choice of two different sizes, this piece will make a stunning mantelpiece or festive tabletop décor to brighten up any room.
8. Danon Traveler's Prayer Key Ring
Tefilat HaDerech or the Traveler’s Prayer is a special blessing recited when traveling, believed to keep the traveler safe throughout their journey.
Anyone who travels, even on just long car trips, will appreciate the thoughtfulness of this silver-plated pewter keyring from Israeli design house Danon, featuring the Traveler’s Prayer in both Hebrew and English.
9. Ein Gedi Dead Sea Mineral Trio Kit
Some of the best gifts you can give from Israel are Dead Sea Cosmetics. Made with Israel’s treasured natural resource of Dead Sea minerals, these products are famous around the world for their soothing, restorative properties that will pamper your skin and make it glow!
This travel-sized Dead Sea Mineral kit from leading Israeli cosmetics company Ein Gedi is the perfect gift to indulge a friend or colleague, featuring a moisturizing hand cream, foot cream, and body lotion.
10. Jerusalem Olive Wood Box
This beautiful handcrafted olive wood box showcases the highest quality Israeli craftsmanship, utilizing natural olive wood from the Land of Israel. It features a delicately carved Western Wall decorative motif with the word “Jerusalem” in both English and Hebrew, for a blend of traditional themes and contemporary design.
Both functional and beautiful, this gift will be appreciated by its recipient for years to come!
