Meshek 48 is nestled on Kibbutz Rosh Tzurim in the Gush Etzion region, just outside Jerusalem. Founded by David and Devorah Katz of Pat BaMelach, the Meshek is a warm, welcoming space for hands-on culinary workshops and intimate cultural experiences rooted in food, craft, and community. All of their workshops are fully hands-on and designed to be welcoming and family-friendly, with participants actively involved from start to finish.
In addition to its workshops, Meshek 48 regularly hosts artists and artisans from the worlds of food, arts, and culture—creating visits that feel personal, creative, and deeply connected to place.
With experience leading workshops for over 21,000 participants, the Meshek team brings warmth, professionalism, and ease to every group.
Bedazzled Focaccia Workshop (1 hour)
A joyful, hands-on experience where creativity meets comfort food. Participants make their own focaccia dough and “bedazzle” it using garden-fresh vegetables and homegrown herbs before baking.
Pizza Workshop (90 mins)
Sometimes the simplest things are the most delicious. In this immersive workshop, participants roll and shape their own dough, top it with tomato sauce, cheese, and
vegetables, and bake their pizzas in our wood-fired brick oven.
From Pita to Falafel Workshop (90 mins)
A full Israeli food experience from start to finish. Participants prepare fresh pitot, roll lentil falafel, chop a classic Israeli salad, and finish it all with a generous drizzle of tahini. Recommended for ages 10 and up.
Jerusalem Bagel / Pretzel Workshop (1 hour)
Travel back in time to Jerusalem’s iconic street food. Participants learn to shape, season, and bake traditional Jerusalem bagels while exploring the history and culture behind this beloved staple.
Sourdough Workshop (session times varies as this workshop is customized)
Designed as a hands-on sourdough “clinic,” this workshop is tailored to the group’s experience level—from beginners to seasoned bakers. David guides participants through the science, technique, and intuition behind baking a great loaf.
