ABOUT SHALOM CARMEL
From the slopes of Mount Carmel, where the prophet Elijah once turned conflict into conversation, rises a brand dedicated to doing the same in our time. Shalom Carmel exists to take one of the world’s most confusing regions — the Middle East — and make it understandable, relatable, and deeply human.
Founded by Amir Katz, a Boston native who has lived in Israel for over 15 years, Shalom Carmel blends history, storytelling, and cultural experience into powerful encounters. Amir is a 4th-generation sommelier, certified Israeli tour guide, and Middle East scholar with a gift for turning complexity into clarity. Whether through a lecture, a guided discussion, or a culinary evening of wine and food, his work makes people feel connected to both the land and its people.
What makes Shalom Carmel unique is its ability to bridge divides. By drawing from biblical stories, modern politics, and personal experience, Amir transforms lectures into living conversations. Guests leave not only more informed, but also more empathetic — able to see the “other” in new ways.
At Shalom Carmel, you don’t just listen to history.
You taste it. You feel it. You live it.
What We Offer
Shalom Carmel is more than a lecture series — it’s a bridge between cultures, faiths, and generations. Through storytelling, scholarship, and lived experience, we offer engaging talks and gatherings that make sense of the world’s most misunderstood region: the Middle East.
Featured Lectures & Courses
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Unravelling the Middle East — A crash course in the world’s most challenging region.
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On Zion and the Children of Jacob — The story of Israel and the Jewish people, from biblical times to modern rebirth.
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Finding Christ in Times of Chaos — Church wisdom in times of turmoil.
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When the Roots of Revolution Began — Palestine at the dawn of modernity.
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Once Again, My Enemies Rise Up — A deep dive into antisemitism past and present.
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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly — Guided discussion on the Israel-Palestine debate.
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Where East Meets West — A culinary journey into Middle Eastern foods & wines
Each program blends history, memory, and storytelling to simplify what is often called the most confusing region on Earth.
Who It’s For
Youth and Student Groups (ages 12–18) — Free
Educational & Religious Organizations — Suggested donation: $180
Professional Organizations — Suggested donation: $360
Private Gatherings & Culinary Events — $180 per person
WHAT OUR CLIENT’S SAY ?
A bridge between faith and understanding.
As a church group, we came expecting history, but we left with so much more. Amir wove together biblical stories, modern challenges, and human experience in a way that felt deeply relevant. Our congregation left feeling not only informed but also inspired to approach difficult conversations with empathy.
Mike B
-Client
The most engaging lecture I’ve ever attended.I’ve been to countless talks about the Middle East, but none have ever felt so clear and personal. Amir’s storytelling made history come alive, and I finally understood the complexities of Israel and its neighbors in a way that felt accessible. It wasn’t just information — it was an experience that shifted my perspective.
Kim C
- Client
Wine, history, and wisdom in one evening.
Our private event with Shalom Carmel was unforgettable. Between the Middle Eastern dishes, exquisite wines, and Amir’s captivating lecture, we felt transported. He has a rare gift of making you feel both entertained and enlightened. Truly, the best evening we didn’t know we needed!
John D
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