Support the North: Galilee & Golan Gift Boxes

Most ‘support Israel’ gift shops focus on the south. But the north — the Galilee and the Golan — was also a frontier: communities near the Lebanese border were evacuated for months, and their wineries, apiaries and farms lost income. A northern gift box puts money straight into those makers’ hands. For the wider picture, see gifts that support Israeli farmers.

Hibuk Otef — The Story Behind Every Gift

Hibuk Otef (“Enveloping Embrace”) is a unique boutique gift initiative that brings together products from the communities of the Gaza Envelope and Israel’s southern and northern frontier, alongside works of art that commemorate the beauty of the region. The project was founded to support local producers, farmers and entrepreneurs who were affected. 60% of revenues go directly to producers from the affected communities, and 10% to ‘Latet’ — the humanitarian aid organization.

Why the north needs support too

When the war spread to the northern border, tens of thousands of residents of the Galilee and Golan were evacuated, sometimes for over a year. Vineyards went unharvested, apiaries were left behind, and small food businesses lost their busiest seasons. Buying their products is a direct, dignified way to help them rebuild.

Northern producers you’ll be supporting

Har Odem Winery (Golan). Cool-climate wines grown in volcanic soil high on the Golan Heights, near the border.

Ayelet HaShachar & Moshav Manot (Galilee). Two Galilee honey producers in areas evacuated during the war. You can meet more of them in Meet the Makers.

Peki’in (Galilee). Olive products from a historic Galilee village, rounding out the northern side of the box.

Northern gift boxes by budget

1. Northern Pampering Box — ₪85

An accessible Galilee box of honey, spreads and treats from northern producers — a simple way to put money into the north. View this box.

2. Northern Celebration Box — ₪140

A festive box adding Har Odem wine from the Golan to the northern honey and spreads — generous and celebratory. View this box.

3. A Hug for the North — ₪150

A fuller selection built entirely around Galilee and Golan makers — the box that most directly says ‘the north.’ View this box.

4. All the Best from the North — ₪190

The premium northern box: a wide tasting selection including Golan wine, for when the gift should speak for itself. View this box.

Send the north and south together

Can’t choose? Many of our boxes pair Galilee and Golan products with the Gaza-Envelope south, so one gift supports both frontiers at once. Start from the guide to buying Israeli gifts that support real producers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the north of Israel need support?

Communities in the Galilee and on the Golan, near the Lebanese border, were evacuated for long periods during the war in the north. Their farms, wineries and small food businesses lost a season or more of income — and they receive far less attention than the south.

Which northern producers do you work with?

Among others: Har Odem Winery on the Golan, Ayelet HaShachar honey and the Moshav Manot apiary in the Galilee, and olive products from Peki’in.

Can I combine northern and southern products in one gift?

Yes. Many of our boxes deliberately pair the south (the Otef) with the north so a single gift supports both frontiers.

Do you deliver to the north and ship abroad?

Yes — we deliver across Israel including northern communities, and can ship a taste of Israel abroad.

Are the products kosher?

Yes — kosher under local rabbinate supervision, most Badatz.

How to Order

Want to support the north? Order on our website, message us on WhatsApp at 054-2207955, or email us.

Written by Neta Lin Cohen — founder of Hibuk Otef, architect and Bezalel graduate, with 30+ years of experience in culinary gifting.