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Planning a wedding in Israel? If you’re looking for a venue that perfectly blends rustic charm, a lush garden setting, and modern, chic design, then Tarosa Wedding Hall in Gedera should be at the top of your list! Located in the peaceful town of Gedera in the central region of Israel, Tarosa offers a stunning backdrop for any special simcha.
Tarosa: Facts & Features
Tarosa distinguishes itself with an aesthetic that many describe as “rustic chic.” It successfully marries the beauty of nature with contemporary architecture and stylish Israeli luxury interiors which is perfect for any chatan and kalah in Israel.
Here’s 6 Things You Need to Know About Tarosa:
- Venue Style: Combines a green, manicured garden area with a modern, urban-designed indoor space. The venue often features beautiful rustic solid wood tables, unique lighting fixtures, and a variety of fruit trees and plants, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
- Capacity: Tarosa is designed to host large events, generally accommodating 200 to 750 people (seating capacity). Note that on high-demand days, such as Thursdays, a minimum guest count (e.g., 300 people) is often required.
- Cuisine: The venue operates a per plate system and features a modern, high-quality menu. The in-house chef offers a creative menu drawing from various world cuisines, based on fresh, quality ingredients.
- Flexibility: The venue offers both indoor and outdoor spaces, allowing for ceremonies (the chuppah) to be held outside in the garden or indoors, depending on the season and preference.
- Amenities: For the couple, a dedicated room for the newlyweds is available. Tarosa also features comfortable lounge and chill-out areas, perfect for guests during the reception or for a break from the dance floor.
- Kashrut: The venue adheres to a Strictly Kosher certification (Kashrut Mehadrin is often implied for ‘strictly’ in this context).
- Location: Situated in Gedera, putting it in the central region of Israel, accessible from both Tel Aviv and the South.
Tarosa Wedding Hall – A Few More Details:
1. Address and Contact Information
2. General Operating Hours (Office/Consultation)
It is important to note that operating hours for a wedding venue usually refer to the administrative and consultation office hours, not the event times, which run late into the night.
- Consultation Hours: These vary greatly and are almost always by appointment only.
- Event Hours: Events like weddings typically begin in the evening (e.g., 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM reception start) and can run until the early morning hours.
Specific consultation hours are not consistently available in public listings and must be confirmed directly with the venue.
3. Wedding Hall Venue Pricing Options
Like almost all wedding venues in Israel, Tarosa operates on a “Per Plate” (or “Per Person”) Pricing System and does not usually publish fixed package prices due to numerous variables.
A. Pricing Structure
- Per Plate System: The core cost of the event is determined by a price set for each guest, which covers the food, non-alcoholic beverages, and the venue rental fee. This price varies dramatically based on the factors listed below.
- Bar Service: An open bar (alcoholic beverages) is often offered as a separate package or charged per consumption, or sometimes included in a high-end plate price.
- Vendor Surcharges: The price typically excludes external costs like the DJ, photographer, band, flower arrangements, lighting enhancements, and the Rabbi/officiant.
B. Key Factors Influencing the Price
The “per plate” price (in Israeli New Shekels – ) for an event at Tarosa is subject to the following variables:
Getting to Tarosa from Ben Gurion Airport (TLV)
If you have guests flying in from abroad, getting to Tarosa is relatively straightforward. Gedera is located a short distance south of the airport.
The quickest and most direct way to reach Gedera from Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) Terminal 3 is by car or taxi.
- Driving Distance: Approximately 32 km (20 miles).
- Estimated Travel Time: Roughly 25 minutes without traffic.
- Driving Directions (General):
- Depart Ben Gurion Airport and merge onto Route 1 East towards Jerusalem/Centre.
- Shortly after, take the exit onto Route 6 South (a toll road is highly recommended for speed).
- Continue on Route 6 South, then merge onto Route 7 West towards Ashdod/Gedera.
- Exit onto Route 40 South towards Gedera.
- Follow the signs into Gedera.
- The final approach will involve navigating within Gedera, often heading toward the southern entrance of the town, where the venue is located. Always use a GPS navigation app (like Waze or Google Maps) for the precise street address.
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