A Tasty Conversation with Hila Alpert and Hagar Alembik

Hila Alpert — one of the most beloved culinary voices — joined award-winning designer Hagar Alembik for a flavorful afternoon of stories, style, and cooking.

Known for her poetic approach to food, Hila is a celebrated journalist, chef, and television personality whose culinary perspective blends history, emotion, and innovation. Together with Hagar — the design visionary behind Alembika — the two shared a table (and stove) to explore how fashion and food are both made richer by memory, artistry, and attention to detail.

Dressed in vibrant Alembika pieces like the Barbie Wonderful Cotton Dress in Garden (left), the Barbie Wonderful Shirt Dress in Denim (center), and the Bailey Button Down Shirt in Fiesta (right), Hila brought her signature warmth and wit to the conversation.

These joyful styles mirrored the energy of the moment — expressive, bold, and filled with flavor. As the aroma of fresh dishes filled the air, their dialogue revealed a mutual reverence for craftsmanship, and for the way that style and sustenance both nourish the soul.

For both women, excellence is never an accident. Hagar Alembik, recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2023 TLV FAC KORNIT FASHION WEEK, is known for garments that drape with intention and tell a story with every stitch. Hila Alpert, whose cultural commentary has appeared across Israel’s top media outlets, has long been celebrated for her ability to translate complex culinary traditions into something accessible and deeply moving. Their shared commitment to authenticity, elegance, and depth — whether on the plate or the runway — makes their work resonate far beyond borders.

What ties cooking and fashion together? The alchemy of detail.

A dash of spice, a sleeve cut just so — the smallest elements can transform something simple into something unforgettable. As Hila and Hagar discussed, both recipes and garments carry memories: of mothers, mentors, places we’ve been, and stories we’ve lived. They’re tactile archives, stitched and simmered with care.

In a world that often asks women to choose between function and flair, Hila and Hagar remind us we can — and should — have both. Alembika has always been about more than clothes; it’s a community of women who embrace creativity, confidence, and connection. This kitchen-table moment with Hila and Hagar is a celebration of that spirit — and we invite you to take your seat at the table.

Here is one of the recipes they made together. Let us know if you try it!

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