Israel is a small country about the size of New Jersey located in the Middle East. It has a population of around 8 million people made up of Jews, Muslims, and others of various backgrounds who have brought their diverse cuisines from around the world to Israel. Israel is also known as a major startup nation, ranking third on the Nasdaq and having produced 10 Nobel Prize winners. It is a global leader in fields like technology, security, and medicine. Israel offers a variety of attractions from beaches and ancient sites to culinary experiences, shopping, hiking and more.