According to Jay Rayner in The Observer, Zest is “a jewish restaurant serving really good food.” Jay, I agree entirely. Continue reading
Israel
North Abraxas – Lillenblum, Tel Aviv
“You’re going to Abaraxas tonight? Fancy!”
After hearing this response from a few Israelis, I had expectations of a flashy, small-portioned and over-hyped restaurant. Nevertheless I had been told that it was one of the best restaurants in Tel Aviv so was still very keen to try it. Continue reading
Puaa – Rabbi Yohanan St, Jaffa (Tel Aviv)
The name of this restaurant pronounced “poo-ach.” It is located on a very pretty street in Jaffa, buzzy with people drinking and dining outside.
Orna and Ella – Sheinkin St, Tel Aviv
You may or may not have noticed that my most recent reviews have said something along the lines of “one feels like they could be on holiday whilst dining in this restaurant”. Well I am writing this one whilst actually on holiday in Tel Aviv, so since this restaurant by default passes the ‘holiday feeling’ test, it is under slightly more pressure to perform. Add to that the rumour that Ottolenghi himself is a big fan of this place and I had BIG hopes. Continue reading
dinner with jo 