Elisheva Levy, Jerusalem’s fairy godmother
Sarah Tuttle-Singer, The Times of Israel social media editor, is an LA expat (reluctantly) growing roots in Israel. She’s also a contributing editor at Kveller.com. Dangerous when bored.“Sit,” owner Elisheva Levy says before you’ve even had a chance to look at the menu. “What would you like? Tea? Coffee? Have a scone.”By the time you’ve been there five minutes, it already feels less like a café and more like someone’s home.That is precisely what Levy wants.If one of her regulars misses their morning tea for more than a few days, she starts making phone calls.“I’ll ring them just to make sure they’re okay,” she says. “To see if they’re alive.”She laughs after saying it, but only because it’s true.After five years running Kumkum Tea House, the line between customer and family has almost disappeared.“It became more than a business,” Levy says. “It’s my life.”For Levy, home has never been a…
Elisheva Levy, originally from Manchester, UK, established Kumkum Tea House in Jerusalem in July 2021, aiming to create a community meeting place rather than just a café. Having moved to Jerusalem nearly four decades ago, Levy's tea house reflects her journey, offering a blend of British charm and Jerusalem's diverse culture. The café quickly became a hub for various community activities, including literary evenings, jazz performances, and bridge club afternoons, attracting a wide range of patrons from retirees to students and new immigrants. Levy emphasizes the personal connection, stating, "It became more than a business. It’s my life." Following the events of October 7, 2023, Kumkum took on an even more significant role, providing a much-needed gathering space for people to find solace and connection amidst difficult times, embodying Levy's vision of a welcoming "melting pot" where everyone feels at home.
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