[4] Both had previously worked in the restaurant business within Israel and knew they could utilize their experience to tap into the bagel market.

[4] Their paths first crossed when they both were working at Bonkers Bagels in Jerusalem, next door to where they opened their first store.

Later their business at this location dropped by over 50% due to the Sbarro restaurant suicide bombing.

[3] Holy Bagel later expanded adding locations in Ramot, Geula Jerusalem Central Bus Station, the Old City, and beyond Jerusalem in Beit Shemesh, Modi'in, Ra'anana & Netanya[4] As of November 2016 Holy Bagel has 9 locations around Israel.

[5] Holy Bagel runs a catering business that offers service throughout the country,[6] for parties of 60 or more.