Food

Valentine’s Day 2026: The aphrodisiac myth that could spoil your romantic dinner

The term “aphrodisiac,” derived from the Greek goddess of love, refers to foods believed to increase desire and physical pleasure. Yet, experts stress that such claims lack scientific grounding.

Different foods considered to be aphrodisiacs (illustrative)
Terasu.

Shoes off, sushi on: Terasu redefines omakase in Israel - restaurant review

R48 Chef’s Table.

R48 Chef’s Table: A Far East testing menu in Tel Aviv - restaurant review

Papa John’s and Dudu Outmezgine - The Sweet Edition

The iconic dough, the sweet twist: The collaboration between Papa John’s and Dudu Outmezgine


HIBA in Tel Aviv: Winter menu marks turning point for chef Yossi Shitrit's restaurant - review

One thing is clear: HIBA has entered its next chapter, hitting its stride with a fully personal, precise menu rich in depth and flavor.

HIBA in Tel Aviv.

Japon: Sushi supreme in Jaffa - restaurant review

Combine a visit with a walk along the coast just outside the hotel and a browse through the lobby, which boasts the remains of a Crusader fortress, and you’ve got a perfect night out in Jaffa.

Extraordinary sushi.

Tamara Cohen's ancestors were expelled from Spain, now she’s bringing bagels to Madrid

Mazál owner Tamara Cohen, a Philadelphian who became Spanish through a law granting citizenship to Sephardic Jews whose ancestors were expelled during the 1492 Inquisition.

Tamara Cohen, founder of the Mazál bagel restaurant in Madrid, immigrated from the United States through  Spain's Sephardic ancestry law.

Burger for NIS 39: Burger Salon's new collection

Burger Salon launches the "Baktana" collection: Smaller burgers and meat sandwiches at NIS 39–42, made with 100% Israeli beef and lamb. Quality intact despite smaller portions.

Baktana by Burger Salon.

Tel Aviv hamburger chain becomes Israel's latest exit in a NIS 65 million deal with Nono Group

The purchase of GDB, a hamburger chain established six years ago, aims to continue Nono Group's expansion after acquiring Giraffe, Nono, Mimi, and Taqueria chains.

The Nono Group acquired 50% of Tel Aviv's burger brand GDB for NIS 65 million.

With change from NIS 70: At the edge of Tel Aviv’s Yemeni pearl I found the best kebab in Israel

Jerusalem mixed grill meets kebab in one of Israel’s tastiest meat dishes. If you haven’t eaten at Shmuel yet, it’s a perfect reason to visit Carmel Market.

Shmuel.

Where do you fly for the food? Michelin maps the flavors of 2026

The Michelin Guide reveals its top gastronomic destinations for 2026: Italy leads with three regions, the Philippines near a global breakthrough, and Route 66 marks 100 years with a culinary revival.

Rimini, Italy.

The tasty news of Israel

Taurus welcomes the sun with skewers, and much more than skewers.

Taurus

Not just gyoza: 11 dumplings in a hot Asian special

Dumplings, bao, or wonton: OTOTO Asian restaurant hosts special dumpling nights featuring all kinds of handmade dumplings. Let’s see how many types you know.

Dumpling Special at OTOTO Restaurant.

It’s enough to choose two foods from this list – and your health will improve

They’re less popular and don’t photograph very well – but they are the healthiest foods around – and you hardly eat them.

Sliced kiwi