Rima Khoury, a woman who breaks boundaries, is full of inspiration, joy for life, and giving without limits.
Her grandfather was the head of Fassuta for two decades. After his death, the place closed, and about six years ago Rima decided to reopen and turned it into a “Diwan Nisswan” (women’s club). Today the place serves as a social community center for women and girls that Rima allows them to get to know new worlds out of a strong desire to create social and cultural changes and female empowerment. Recently, a cafe for women was also opened. The meetings are fascinating and inspiring!
Walied is a resident of Fassuta village who at age 40 developed an interest in iron. After finishing a short course on the subject, he began working iron and, not long after, won first place in a metal sculpting contest in England. Since then, he has received several awards in England and Italy, where his works are on display in different museums. At Walied’s gallery in Fassuta you can hear his story, see a variety of ironworks and furniture he makes and also watch a demonstration of his blacksmithing skills.
Aviva Khoury, is a native of the Christian village of Fassuta and in her warm home, you can stay, hear her personal story, and most importantly – enjoy fresh, authentic, and loving food. Aviva hosts couples, families, and groups for traditional Christian food at her home.
Cooking workshops can also be booked.
Western Galilee Now is a registered non-profit grassroots organization (NGO) promoting awareness and appreciation for the region’s boutique wines, beers, food and produce, along with its cultural diversity, its historic traditions and the area’s scenic routes nestled between the mountains and the Mediterranean Sea acting as a Chamber of Commerce to boutique tourism operators in the region.
We expose the visitors to the unique heritage and hospitality through workshops, culinary events, art, music, guides tours, festivals and also through our Tourist Information Center in Akko, owned by JNF USA which we were chosen to operate since Jan. 2016.
Our vision is to develop local and foreign tourism based on close cooperation between all the interested parties in the region.
Come and Taste Experience Discover – the Westen Galilee is NOW!
עברית
