Culinary
Chefs in the greenhouse: The Arava becomes Israel’s culinary capital for the weekend
The Arava’s annual culinary festival, Feb 26–28: Pop-up kitchens in greenhouses, romantic dinners, farm tours, farmers’ markets, and cocktail workshops in Israel’s leading agricultural region.
From Michelin-starred restaurants to the home kitchen
Two rich and indulgent bread recipes – plus a special bonus from Chef Eran Borkin
Don’t come without a reservation: The dish all of Haifa lines up for
The most surprising stop on the way to Mount Hermon: A bite you can't miss
Thousands head to Mount Hermon in the snow, and in Majdal Shams, a family café awaits with a story of perseverance, reopening, and croissants that have become a local hit.
In Tel Aviv’s gray bermuda triangle: A kosher Italian gem at a surprising price
Professor Rafi Carasso tried the kosher Joya in Tel Aviv, exploring the etymology of carbs and tasting Sicilian arancini to tiramisu – a surprisingly worthwhile lunch deal.
An irresistible stew: Meatballs in a rich sauce
Meatball recipe in tomato sauce: Ground meat, potatoes, eggs, and herbs create airy meatballs. The sauce, made of tomatoes, spices, and garlic, adds a rich flavor to the dish.
Friday afternoon, wine in a glass, and kubba in the pot: Cue changes the game
The Tel Aviv bar opens Friday afternoons: Wines by the glass or half, vermouth & amaro in carafes, Chef Ben Cohen’s Daylight Drinking menu, and hamusta kubba until the pot is gone.
No fuss: Beef roll coated with mustard and honey with a mushroom side – light and tasty
Beef roll coated with mustard and honey, served whole and sliced at the table, with two coating options, plus a side of Jordan or mixed mushrooms to serve alongside.
Extra hot: Tabasco® and Pizza Hut launch new spicy pizza
Spice lovers, assemble: The iconic pepper sauce is now incorporated into the dough and toppings, creating an extra-hot version of the family pizza.
R48 Chef’s Table: A Far East testing menu in Tel Aviv - restaurant review
Chef Ohad Solomon’s 12-course tasting menu is among the city’s most sophisticated dining experiences.
The culinary festival that will stitch together your Passover vacation with the kids
One of Israel’s largest culinary and cultural events: Hundreds of thousands are expected to visit the unique “A Story of Food” festival during Passover 2026 at Expo Tel Aviv.
Jaffa’s Japon serves Sushi built like art and respects those who understand
The Japon restaurant in Jaffa serves pani puri and precisely crafted sushi, while Fadi Yaish’s “S’90 Diner” blends Jordanian and New York cuisines into rich, distinctive dishes.
25 years of culinary art on one plate: O restaurant by Tomer Agay
In the iconic space of the former Max Brenner Chocolate Bar, Agay and Avidan brothers offer an urban dining experience with an open kitchen, sleek design, and a menu focused on fish and greens.
