food review

Mamilla Hotel: A real treat for Israeli hotel breakfast

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

By LINDA GRADSTEIN
20/04/2025

Casa Lavi: A perfect la merienda experience in Jerusalem

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

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.

Rak Marak: Seriously sensational soups

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

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

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.

By LAUREN GUMPORT
23/03/2025

Kempinski: Topnotch breakfast at a Tel Aviv hotel

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.

BP restaurant: A gourmet restaurant at an Israeli gas station

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.

Bar 22: A hip bar at Jerusalem’s Inbal Hotel

Bar 22 is a great place for a date night or a girls’ night out. I already texted my Ladies Who Drink and suggested we hold our next birthday celebration there.

By LINDA GRADSTEIN
19/03/2025

Spring in the Holy Land: Staying protein-strong and well nourished

We hope the list will help you decide where to get your supplemental protein so that you have the energy to enjoy all the activities suited to the upcoming warmer weather. 

By SAMANTHA GROOVER , EVAN UBER
17/03/2025

Italia 38: Delightful new deal in Jerusalem

Although just 23, Eitan Sylvester is a gracious host, stopping at each table to say hello, and asking for feedback about the food.

By LINDA GRADSTEIN
09/03/2025
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