Sushi Hamizrach - Kosher - Jerusalem - Sea fish carpaccio with pistachio schug ©Debbie Kandel

Top Dishes of the Month – February 2026

February’s Food Highlights Across Israel Some repeat dishes from last month’s list of favorite dishes, but if they make the list two months in a row, you know they are good! Most of my meals were on home turf in Jerusalem, with one fun bite in the Shuk […]

Top Dishes of the Month – January 2026

January’s Food Highlights Across Israel January was a month full of unforgettable bites across Israel. From Jerusalem to Tel Aviv, savory to sweet, here are the dishes that I’m still craving. Top 10 Dishes in Israel – January 2026 Muhammara + Minced Lamb — Steakiya, Jerusalem (Kosher) Rich, […]

Shawarma Tayyib - Kosher - Ashdod - Shwarma Laffa

Israel Restaurant Openings, Closings & Foodie News – February 2026

Discover Israel restaurant openings, foodie news, and December 2025 events in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Haifa, and beyond. Kosher & non-kosher highlights included.

Cafe Ramban - Kosher - Machneyuda Group - Jerusalem - Breakfast ©Debbie Kandel

Best Israeli Restaurant Meals 2025 – Debbest Food Guide

A roundup of Israel’s best restaurant meals in 2025, featuring kosher and non-kosher spots from Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Rehovot, and the Galilee, with standout dishes and desserts you can’t miss.

KITLV1_Katzir_11 - Credit Asaf Karela

All the New Restaurant Openings in Israel from 2025

A complete, nationwide guide to all restaurant openings in Israel in 2025, covering Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, the north, the south, and kosher or chef-led spots.