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For Everyone: Hugs For Beginners by The Pink Camel

Let’s all have a little reminder of the importance of hugs, shall we? Sometimes we forget that an understated moment of connection can brighten up even the dreariest of days. This sweet little book (available in Hebrew, English, and many more languages on the way) is a light hearted, thoughtful take on all the possible ways we can offer hugs to one another - from The Hoagie Hug (with hummus in the middle) and the Hug-for-the-Camera to the Heart-to-Heart Hug (a challenge for porcupines). The child-like illustrations and charming dialogue make the book fun for readers and those who like to read out loud. thepinkcamel.com

For the Nature Guru: Dreams Within Nature

It is well known that Israel’s northern region, in particular the Galilee, is rife with healing and medicinal plants and herbs, and home to various herbalists and naturopaths, well-versed in the area’s cathartic environs. A local aromatherapist, Noa Zion, who grew up on a kibbutz in the region, created Dreams Within Nature to tap into this world, hand-crafting specialized gift boxes with healing herbs cut and dried straight from her own abundant fields where she grows varieties that flourish in the Galilean sun and soil. Choose from products like essential oil blends, aromatic candles, specialty satchels filled with herbs straight from the earth - all encompassing the deeply natural world of the Galilee - as well as hand-crafted and locally-made ceramics and macrame wall hangings. dreams-within-nature.com

For the Drinkers: Thinkers Distillery

Set in an unassuming building on the major thoroughfare of Agrippas Street in Jerusalem, Thinkers Distillery is completely unexpected. Built piece by piece right before the pandemic hit, owner and founder, New York native Bennet Kaplan, took the time to thoughtfully open his legendary distillery right down to every last detail - from its welcoming bar and round table (for unique group tours and private events) to the encased glass room offering visitors a peek into the machinery and world of spirits-in-the-making. Now the throngs of locals and tourists alike popping in for a shot and a bottle (or a case) are making up for lost time - and for good reason. The house-made vodka, gin and bourbon have already received various awards and the gorgeous (inside and out) bottles make a perfect gift to bring to any holiday table, or simply for anyone who knows his or her liquor. If you are in town and happen to stop by when Bennet is there, you won’t be disappointed, his generous nature and extensive knowledge of the craft are impeccable - and a gift in and of themselves. thinkersdistillery.com/en/

40 ATMOSPHERE SEPTEMBER 2022

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