How Israel celebrated its national day - with La La Land, 'Kala Chashma'

National day receptions of countries are usually solemn and stuffy affairs held in the embassy or high commission premises, where formally dressed (some uniformed) guests mingle, eat, drink and go home (most national day invitation cards clearly indicate when you should arrive and what time you should leave).

But Israel’s national day party in the capital last week was the coolest ever. Minister of Youth Affairs Vijay Goel arrived, thankfully made no speech (no doubt in a hurry to get to the Polish Embassy for their national day, also on the same day).The Ambassador, Daniel Carmon made a short speech. After