Rooted in the heart of Israel’s historic wine region, Binyamina Winery is one of the country’s most established and recognizable producers. Founded in 1952, the winery began its journey in a site deeply connected to the early pioneering spirit of the region.

Today, Binyamina combines decades of tradition with a modern, accessible approach to winemaking. Working with vineyards across diverse terroirs from the Galilee to the Negev, the winery is known for expressive blends and approachable, well crafted wines that reflect both heritage and contemporary Israeli culture.

Binyamina exports across North America and to many countries around the world. The winery is led today by head winemaker Yotam Sharon, who continues to shape its modern stylistic direction.

Vitkin Winery is considered one of the pioneers of Israel’s modern Mediterranean wine movement. Founded in 2001 by Doron and Sharona Belogolovsky together with Assaf Paz, who serves as the founding winemaker and creative force behind the winery, it was among the first wineries to challenge conventional styles and champion indigenous and Mediterranean grape varieties.

With a strong focus on authenticity, place, and freshness, Vitkin creates wines that feel vibrant, precise, and distinctly local.

The winery’s philosophy is rooted in the belief that Israeli wine should reflect its climate, cuisine, and cultural energy, resulting in elegant, expressive bottles that feel both innovative and deeply grounded.

Tura Winery is a boutique, family run estate located in the Jerusalem hills, where high altitude vineyards and limestone rich soils create a dramatic winemaking landscape.

Founded in 2003, the winery has grown from a small experimental project into a highly regarded producer of premium Israeli wines.

Tura is known for combining meticulous vineyard care with a boutique scale, hands on approach in the cellar. The result is refined, terroir driven wines that express both the character of the land and the precision of modern Israeli winemaking.

M&H Distillery is Israel’s first single malt whisky distillery, bringing world class craftsmanship to the heart of Tel Aviv. Founded with the guidance of internationally renowned whisky experts, the distillery produces spirits that balance innovation with classic whisky making tradition.

Aged in a warm Mediterranean climate, M&H whiskies develop a distinctive character, rich, complex, and fast maturing.

The distillery has received significant international recognition, including awards from the World Whiskies Awards. In March 2023, it achieved a historic milestone when it was awarded the title of World’s Best Single Malt Whisky in one of the industry’s most prestigious competitions.

A boutique olive oil estate where agriculture naturally expands into a complete lifestyle. At its core, the farm produces high quality extra virgin olive oils in small batches, shaped by careful cultivation and a deep respect for the land and its seasonal rhythm.

Based on its exceptional olive oils, the farm also produces a handcrafted collection of bath soaps, infused with natural additions such as honey and local wild herbs.

In addition, Grabiner is known for hand poured olive oil candles, created to bring a warm, holistic atmosphere inspired by natural practices. The farm is also developing a new skincare line based on its olive oil, focusing on purity, nourishment, and the connection between nature and everyday ritual.

Keton is one of Tel Aviv’s most iconic culinary institutions, serving classic Ashkenazi-Jewish cuisine since 1945.

Family-run for generations, the restaurant has become a living piece of the city’s cultural history — a place where food, memory, humor, and Tel Aviv’s bohemian spirit meet around the table.

As part of the NYC June series, Keton joins Tel-Aviv Groove through the launch of “Keton: Food, Culture, Tel Aviv,” a book celebrating 80 years of recipes, stories, illustrations, and the people who shaped this legendary restaurant.