Israel's vibrant and growing food industry has become synonymous with gourmet cuisine, quality, and rich ethnicity. In addition to Israel's reputation for its signature produce, the country is well known as an innovator of nutritious and delicious processed foods and fine gourmet wines.
Geography and demographics combine to make Israel a culinary crossroads, where European, Middle Eastern and North African cuisines blend together, resulting in a wide array of original Mediterranean-style foods, most of which are certified kosher. Health awareness, which remains at the top of Israel’s agenda, has driven the development of the country's rich source of meatless, sugar free, organic, and other specialty foods.
The Israeli food sector is characterized by strong competition, the use of advanced working methods, strengthening marketing networks, and effective multi-national company partnerships. Above all, Israel's food industry is known for its desire and ability to provide Israeli and international consumers with a broad and diverse range of quality products.
Placing a heavy emphasis on research and development, many Israeli food manufacturers have developed innovative foods that are exported worldwide. The flexibility and willingness of Israeli companies to meet client specifications make Israel an excellent source for private label goods.
