Tel Aviv on Film

Sunlight

Warm Tones.

HaTam Ba'ir (Taste the City), Tel Aviv

A mouthwatering food festival in Park Hayarkon, Tel Aviv. Food vendors from all over the city gathered to sell the best of their menus. From traditional middle eastern cuisine, to contemporary international fares, and of course--typical festival foods like churros, cotton candy and candied popcorn satiated even the pickiest of palettes.

Nose Glasses.

Fresh.

Purim in Film, Tel Aviv

Food Adventures with Shelley #2: The "Secret Garden" Sonya Gertzel Shapira, Tel Aviv

Brunch is mine and my friend Shelley's favorite meal, and when better than a sun-filled Friday morning to indulge. Because I am a huge dining enthusiast, I keep a list of eateries in my moleskine that I must try. At the top of my list was Sonya Getzel Shapira--a whimsical garden café neatly tucked away in a small side street of King George. Behind rustic wrought-iron gates, a bohemian vibe is set with simple lawn furniture and brightly coloured mosaic-style tables which freckle the outdoor space. Nonconformist Tel Avivians lazed in the sun sipping cappucinos and eating shakshuka while waiters whisked by with crispy cinnamon pastries, and thick-layered sandwiches. An open-faced Croissant served with ham, cheese, and egg was the winner for Shelley, and my traditional Israeli breakfast of an omelette, salad and a crusty loaf of oat bread satisfied my brunch craving.

Dining and Wandering in 2011

Sunset, Tel Aviv

Benedicts. Rothschild Blvd.

An early breakfast at Benedicts and perusing through the local artist fair in Tel Aviv...a great way to bring in Shabbat.

Vintage Shopping

Tel Aviv's hidden gems

Bright Colour in Yafo

Stumbled across this jewel amongst the ancient stony surroundings of the city of Yafo, an old port city located in Tel Aviv. It had great hand-made pillows in bright colours and eccentric patterns.