Food & Recipes

Assaf Winery blends rich wines, rustic cabins, and farm-fresh fare into a village experience

Full-bodied and fully family-run: As the winery nestled in the Golan Heights has grown, so has the family’s connection to it.

 The Assaf Winery in the Golan Heights

What are the advantages of sprouted grain bread?

 An illustrative image of grains.

Happy Fish: A Greek treat - review

 Happy Fish

In the kitchen with Henny: Summer fiesta

 Crispy Tortilla Chips with Guacamole Dip 

Wine Talk: A land of mountain vines, cats, and roses

The world of Cypriot wines is so full of surprises. It is certainly worth investigating.

THE BEAUTIFUL entrance to Tsangrides Winery, adorned with roses and vines

Katzir: Inspired food and seafront dining in Tel Aviv - review

'The whole point of Katzir is to offer fine dining using Israel produce which pays tribute to Jewish tradition, culture, and heritage,' says Katzir chef.

 Katzir

Roost: Great fried chicken in Jerusalem - review

We tried a few of the side dishes as well. I very much enjoyed the Poppers (NIS 68), which are bite-size crispy pieces of fried chicken breast in both Buffalo Sauce and Chipotle Maple (my favorite).

 Roost

Katz’s Bagels: Bringing a taste of New York to Israel, order a dozen and some schmear on Instagram

What makes a true New York-style bagel? According to Ellice Katz, it’s all about balance. 'You need the perfect density, fluffiness, and chewiness,' she explains.

 ELLICE KATZ of Katz's Bagels.

Delicious old fashioned cheesecake: Experiencing the Shavuot holiday on a higher level

Here are two recipes for delicious cheesecakes and coffee cakes to celebrate the holiday of Shavuot.

 Illustrative photo of a cheesecake

Wine talk: Celebrating Shavuot in white and pink

Many wine folk will be organizing wine & cheese parties for Shavuot, and for this a variety of white and rosé wines are recommended.

THOUGH WHITES are the norm, choose red if that is what you prefer

Margaux: A warm and welcoming restaurant in the heart of Petah Tikva - review

The restaurant has been open for just over a year and is already very popular with the locals.

 Margaux restaurant in Petah Tikva

Sephora Sushi Bar: Come for the view, stay for the sushi - review

The prices at Sephora are certainly not low, but they do seem to be average for Tel Aviv.

 Sephora Sushi Bar in Tel Aviv

The Paris of Israel: Jerusalem’s pâtisseries are a delicious point of pride for the capital city

In Jerusalem set out on a delicious tour of three of the city’s establishments, tasting pastries and trying to learn the secret behind the perfect croissant along the way.

 Patachou Boutique

Dairy dreams and delights: Trending Israeli cheesecakes ahead of Shavuot

Cheesecake isn’t just a dessert, it’s a Shavuot essential. And this year’s offerings are a testament to its versatility.

Dairy dreams, delights, and daring