In many ways, Israel sits at the crossroads of the world. Nestled between East and West on the eastern shores of the Mediterranean Sea, it offers a rich blend of cultures, traditions, and culinary techniques. The result? A stunning variety of dishes in a country compact enough to explore by car. So its a good idea to rent a car in Israel.
Supporting both flavors
from all parts of the world as well as flavors that are unique to the country
itself, Holy Land has a growing and interesting culinary scene that will not let
you down.
Recommended Restaurants
Israel
has countless restaurants worthy of your time and your money. When it comes to luxury food, Tel Aviv has an
incredible selection of some of the best cuisine in the country to choose
from. Mul Yam, Catit, and Pronto
are but a few of the examples. With each
offering its own take on Western and Eastern influences, the end result is
simply divine.
In addition to
the restaurants popular at the city center, there are also countless stops at
smaller stands and eateries along the road. The culinary scene in Jerusalem is on the rise. Also, a popular road trip includes heading from south to west, taking in the
range of spices and flavors as you gradually head up towards Haifa. From corner stands selling freshly picked
dates, fruits, and vegetables, to neighborhood restaurants specializing in the
local flavors of the area, it is hard to go wrong when there is so much excellent
food to choose from.
What You Should Consider Bringing Home With You On Your Return Trip
There are some
foods in Israel that are either better than anything you will find elsewhere,
or simply don’t exist outside the country. Silan, for example, is a natural date syrup—rich, sweet, and often used as a topping or ingredient in desserts and savory dishes.
Be sure to
purchase from a reputable buyer. Sweet
dates are another popular treat taken home by tourists and grown in the
country. Spice packets like the biblical
hyssop are also quite popular.
In the
end, take the time to discover what foods you truly enjoy and stock up on them
before heading out. Spices are the best
way to ensure that you can recreate some of the dishes you had.
With a rental car from Tamir, every culinary corner of Israel becomes accessible—on your time and your terms.
