Food review

Ima: Welcoming back a beloved Jerusalem tradition - review

If you haven’t been there lately, not much has changed, except that “Ima,” Miriam Binyamin, has retired and her son, Yaron, now runs the place.

 Ima
 Goldy's

Goldy's: Great Jewish food just like Grandma used to make - review

 Finn's Bay

Finn’s Bay: Fantastic dinner by the sea in Netanya - review

 THE CHICKEN Shack dish uses an all-natural, antibiotic-free breaded chicken breast, served in one of the toasted potato buns that are a trademark of the franchise, with lettuce, pickles, and a herb mayonnaise.

Shake Shack: A dream of quality fast food at reasonable prices - review


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

Shulchan David: Dining at David's table in Netanya - review

We very much enjoyed our experience at Shulchan David and can recommend a visit with total confidence. Great for families with children, too.

 Shulchan David

Papido Pizza: Great pizza from a small Jerusalem pizzeria - review

This pizza is too good to take home and reheat. Eat it while it’s hot, even if you have to eat it standing up. You’ll thank me later.

 Papido Pizza

Deli Vino: More than just wine - review

Located in the modern Piano Center shopping plaza, it’s a welcome addition to the Ir Yamim neighborhood – combining local and international influences in a casual, flavor-forward setting.

 Chef Tom Levy at Deli Vino.

Mamilla Hotel: A real treat for Israeli hotel breakfast - review

The breakfast costs NIS 140 per person, and I think it offers very good value for money.

 Breakfast at the Mamilla Hotel in Jerusalem.

Casa Lavi: A perfect la merienda experience in Jerusalem - review

At Casa Lavi, there are all sorts of sweet treats: muffins, brownies, cookies, and pastries – something for everyone.

 Casa Lavi.

Salon Yevani: Greeks bearing gifts in Herzliya - review

The brains behind Salon Yevani, situated in the Daniel Hotel in Herzliya Pituah, belong to renowned chef Guy Peretz, so we knew the food would be creative and inspired.

 Salon Yevani

Rak Marak: Seriously sensational soups - review

Rak Marak not only serves seven sublime varieties of fresh soup but also offers plant-based proteins, legumes, and carbs to accompany your cup of soup

 Soups from Rak Marak.

Rova Alef: Celebrating fresh catches at Tel Aviv's Elkonin Hotel - review

After reopening in 2022 with a non-kosher, seafood-forward restaurant, the team has reintroduced the space as Rova Alef, an upscale kosher fish and dairy dining experience.

 Rova Alef

Kempinski: Topnotch breakfast at a Tel Aviv hotel - review

Hotels in Israel are renowned for their great breakfasts, and the one at the David Kempinski is an outstanding example of what a truly great breakfast has to offer.

 Breakfast at the David Kempinski hotel in Tel Aviv.

BP restaurant: A gourmet restaurant at an Israeli gas station - review

We have visited BP on the Coastal Highway several times, and we both got the distinct impression this time that it is aiming to be less of a diner and more of an upmarket restaurant.

 BP restaurant