About Us

 

Hilweh Market is more than just a shop—it’s a living celebration of Palestinian identity, heritage, and creativity. Founded in 2019 by Yaffa local Adrieh Abou Shehadeh, Hilweh Market was born from a deep desire to reclaim cultural space for Palestinians and Arabs in the heart of historic Hilweh Street in Jaffa. Rooted in craftsmanship and contemporary design, our mission is to honor the past while building a vibrant, creative future.

After noticing the growing gap between Jaffa’s rich cultural history and its changing commercial landscape, Adrieh envisioned a space where Palestinian artisanship could flourish once again. When we moved into the Old City of Jaffa, we became one of the first Palestinian-run businesses to open there since 1948—a small but meaningful step toward reclaiming a visible presence. Expanding into a café alongside the boutique felt natural: an invitation for locals and visitors alike to experience Palestinian culture through both taste and tradition.

Today, Hilweh Market is a dynamic hub where heritage, art, and community come together. Our boutique offers a curated collection of handmade housewares, textiles, and contemporary items created by over 40 Palestinian artisans, including women-led cooperatives and emerging young designers. As a social enterprise, we work with these artisans to bring you the finest in Palestinian design. Our products are made with care and intention—each piece a testament to the skill, creativity, and resilience of Palestinian culture. In our café, visitors enjoy Arabic coffee, traditional homemade drinks like Tamerhindi and Hibiscus (“Jaffa Sunrise”), and freshly baked date cookies & savory pastries. Together, our offerings create an atmosphere of warmth, resilience, and creativity.

We also host workshops, live music nights, and cultural events that invite deeper engagement with Palestinian traditions like tatreez or embroidery. Through it all, we remain committed to supporting local artisans sustainably, providing fair opportunities, and helping preserve generations of knowledge and craftsmanship.

Additionally, we’ve expanded our reach by offering wholesale opportunities for shops abroad. By doing so, we aim to ensure that Palestinian artistry and craftsmanship continue to be seen and valued on a global scale. Through these partnerships, we can share our rich cultural heritage with the world, one beautiful piece at a time.

Whether you’re visiting in Jaffa or shopping online, every purchase helps sustain a tradition, empower a community, and keep Palestinian culture alive—one handcrafted item, one conversation, and one cup of coffee at a time.

 

What We Offer:

  • Artisanal Boutique: Handmade housewares, textiles, and contemporary pieces from Palestinian and regional artisans.

  • Café: Specialty coffee, traditional cold drinks, pastries, and savory mana’eesh.

  • Workshops & Events: Tatreez embroidery sessions, live Arabic music, and cultural gatherings.

  • Wholesale: Bringing Palestinian craftsmanship to shops abroad.

  • Social Enterprise: Supporting 40+ artisans, women-led cooperatives, and sustainable community partnerships.