Top 10 Must-Bring Food Items From US Grocery Stores for Israeli Travelers

Israeli food enthusiast and New York food tour guide Lilach German shared a list of 10 recommended food products to bring back from the United States, highlighting items that are either unavailable or hard to find in Israel. The list includes specialty sauces, spices, and cooking ingredients from popular American grocery chains like Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, Walmart, and Costco.

Among the items are Banana Bamba snacks available at select Walmart stores, a spicy truffle chili sauce from Whole Foods ideal for stir-fries and pizza, and a chili and onion oil from Trader Joe's that pairs well with dumplings and eggs. Other notable products include a spicy honey glaze, peach-flavored balsamic reduction, and an "Everything Bagel" seasoning blend, all from Trader Joe's, praised for their versatility in cooking and seasoning.

Additional recommendations include an avocado oil spray for frying and omelets, genuine vanilla puree from Costco for desserts, a pickle spice blend for salads and yogurt-based sauces, and a spicy yuzu sauce from Whole Foods that complements fish and steamed vegetables. Prices range from about $2 for seasonings to $22 for vanilla puree, with most items costing under $10.

German emphasizes these products as excellent culinary souvenirs that elevate home cooking and are worth packing when returning to Israel. She also shares more tips on her Instagram account for those interested in American grocery shopping and food culture.