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Art & Culture page 11

Live Music

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City Maps

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Night Life

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Tel Aviv Dance 2009Oct 16 – NOv 13

Celebrating the best of modern, classical and innovative dance talent, from Israel and around the world, the 3rd International Tel Aviv Dance Festival presents an extravaganza of exceptional performances. The festival venues of the Suzanne Dellal Centre and the Opera House - Tel Aviv Performing Arts Center will be filled with the vibrant and creative energy of 200 dancers from 14 dance groups from 10 countries, including amongst others Australia, China, France, Israel, Korea, Spain, Taiwan and the Netherlands.

The varied program includes a work entitled “My Dream” performed by the China Disabled People’s Performing Arts Troupe, who after their mesmerizing performance at the opening ceremony of the Beijing Para-Olympics Games and a worldwide tour, will perform in Israel. (The Opera House - Tel Aviv Performing Arts Center, Oct 17 and 18; Tickets: (03) 6927777)

Israel’s world renowned Batsheva Dance Company, performs one of their most unique and ground-breaking pieces, “Mamootot”`.(Suzanne Dellal Centre - Studio Varda, Oct 31; Tickets: (03) 5104037)

General festival information and tickets: www.suzannedellal.org.il; (03) 5105656 and www.israel-opera.co.il; (03) 6927777, Batsheva Dance Company (03) 5104037

The 25th Haifa International Film Festival3-10 Oct

The Haifa International Film Festival is held each year during the holiday of Sukkot on the ridge of Mount Carmel overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The Festival founded in 1983, over the years has become the biggest and most important film celebration in Israel.

The Festival brings together each year an ever-growing audience, along with hundreds of Israeli and foreign professionals from the film and television industries.

Festival activities include screenings of feature films, documentaries, animated films, retrospectives, tributes, as well as workshops.

Incorporated in the festival is an Israeli Film Competition as well as two international competitions, the Golden Anchor Competition for Mediterranean Cinema and Fipresci Competition for new directors.This year’s festival will open with the screening of Oscar-winning American/Taiwanese director Ang Lee’s “Taking Woodstock”, a comedy full of color, set behind the scenes of the legendary music festival. Information and program: www.haifaff.co.il; Tickets: (04) 8418411

The Second Herzliya Biennial for Contemporary ArtOct 3-10

The city of Herzliya, in conjunction with the Herzliya Museum of Contemporary Art presents Herzliya 2009, a week-long nocturnal celebration of contemporary art and music from dusk till midnight. The festival events will take place in public and private venues in Herzliya’s city and at the Herzliya Museum of Contemporary Art during Sukkot, from 6pm until midnight (closed on Friday, October 9th). Some 50 Israeli artists, active in Israel and abroad, contribute to the show and featured will be a large and diverse array of works, findings, inventions and sounds from new Israeli art: all created especially for the biennial. In addition, a refreshing selection of works drawn from the history of Israeli art will also be on show.The biennial also features a rich and varied music program with shows taking place daily, in four different locations, from 6pm to 11pm.Opening events, on October 3rd, will include live music shows and performances, the unveiling of the new biennial pavilion, the launching of Picnic’s fourth issue (the Catalogue of the biennial), as well as fireworks and other treats. Herzliya Museum of Contemporary Art, 4 Ha’banim Street, Information: www.herzliya-biennial.com; (09) 9551011 extension 5

The 17th International Harp Contest Oct 6-20

For the 17th time Israel is host to the International Harp Contest and this year marks the 50th Anniversary of the competition.

Young aspiring harpists from all over the world will compete for the prestigious First Prize.Construct - an Australian production from Tel Aviv Dance 2009. Photo by Chris Herzfeld.

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Maestro Zubin Mehta, the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra’s Music Director for Life and Honorary President of the 50th Anniversary Celebration promises an unprecedented musical experience for contestants and public alike.The Anniversary Contest will open with a festive Gala Concert featuring First Prize winners of past competitions accompanied by the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra.For further information and the competition schedule: www.harpcontest-israel.org.il Tickets: *8965 and (02) 6237000. (Tickets for various competition stages range from 45NIS to 200NIS.)

Autumn Nights in the Old CitySept 10 – Oct 26 (MONdayS aNd thurSdayS)

Autumn is here, and for the second year running Jerusalem’s old city becomes the exciting setting for a nocturnal celebration of theatre, music and tours. Twice a week, on Mondays and Thursdays, the old city will surprise visitors with an

Concert in the Crypt of the Crusader Church, Abu Gosh.

extraordinary experience. Amongst other activities, the program includes “Old Wives Tales”, unique theatrical tours created especially for the event which transport the public back to the 19th century, and “Sounds of the World” a celebration of free musical performances of the best ethnic and world music groups. Information: www.jerusalem-oldcity.org.il; Tel: (02) 5314600

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The 36th Abu Gosh Vocal Music FestivalOct 6-10

Israel’s leading vocal music festival, the biannual Abu Gosh Vocal Music Festival invites you to join in this musical celebration that brings people together not just in musical harmony, but in political harmony too. In addition to an excellent musical program, this festival is unique in that the majority of the guests are Jewish, the festival takes place in Christian venues and the hosts are Muslim Arabs of the Abu Gosh Village.The variety of different venues, including churches and outdoor locations, offer all music lovers the chance to listen to an assortment of choirs, individual performers and instrumental performances and at the same time take pleasure in each venue’s distinct atmosphere.

Tickets: *8965 or (02) 6222333Information and Schedule: www.agfestival.co.il

Sites and Attractions TEL AVIV YAFFO

Azrieli Observatory Spectacular views from Israel’s tallest building Azrieli Center (Round Tower, 49th Floor), 132 Menachem Begin Rd. Tel. (03) 6081179 Sun, Tues-Thurs 10 am-8 pm, Fri 10 am-6 pmwww.azrielicenter.co.il

Ben Gurion MuseumThe home of Israel’s first prime minister is now a museum that includes his impressive library. 17 Ben Gurion BlvdTel. (03) 5221010Sun, Mon 8 am-5pm,

Tues - Thurs 8 am-3 pm, Sat 8 am-1pm www.ilmuseums.com

Bialik HouseThis charming museum was the home of Israel’s national poet, Chaim Nachman Bialik, from 1925-34. 22 Bialik StreetTel. (03) 5254530Mon-Thurs 11 am-5pm, Fri-Sat 10 am-2 pmwww.ilmuseums.com

Carmel MarketTel Aviv’s largest outdoor market offers fruits and vegetables, meats, fish, spices, flowers and colorful, inexpensive clothes.On the corner of King George andAllenby St. Sun-Fri 8am-5pm.Etzel Museum, 1947-1948 Etzel, a Revisionist militia, established this museum to commemorate its role in conquering Jaffa during the 1948 War of Independence. South Herbert Samuel Promenade, Yaffo Tel. (03) 517-2044Sun-Thurs 8.30 am-4 pm www.mod.gov.il

Eretz Israel Museum This multi-disciplinary museum focuses on the history and culture of

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the Land of Israel.The Planetarium hosts the “Voyage through the Universe” show and the museum gift shop offers a unique selection of Israeli-made gifts and crafts. 2 Haim Levanon St., Ramat Aviv, Tel Aviv. Opening Hours: Sun-Wed 10am-4pm, Thurs 10am-8pmFri and Sat 10am-2pm.Information: (03) 641-5244www.eretzmuseum.org.il

HaYarkon ParkSituated at the northern tip of the city, the park offers plenty of recreation for children: bicycle rentals, boat rentals, zoo and botanical gardens.Don’t miss the Sportech, a spacious sports facility with an artificial climbing wall, skate-boarding androllerblading rinks, trampolines and basketball courts.

Independence HallThis is where Ben Gurion read Israel’s Declaration of Independence on 14 May 1948. The hall remains exactly the same, 61 years later.16 Rothschild Blvd, Tel. (03) 5173942Sun-Thurs 9 am-2pm www.ilmuseums.com Jabotinsky InstituteThe history of Ze’ev Jabotinsky, the Revisionist Movement and Etzel and Lehi underground movements. Electronic devices are widely used in the museum. 38 King George StTel. (03) 5287320 Sun-Thurs 8 am-4pmwww.ilmuseums.com Lechi Museum - Beit YairLechi is a Hebrew acronym for “Fighters for Israel Freedom.” Founded by Abraham Stern as an offshoot of the Revisionists, the Lechi, which violently opposed the British Mandate in Palestine, was also known as the Stern Gang. 8 Avraham Stern St (Florentin)Tel. (03) 6820288 Sun-Thurs 9 am-3pm, Fri 9 am-noon www.ilmuseums.com

The Haganah MuseumHistory of the pre-state defense movement that eventually became the IDF. 23 Rothschild Blvd Tel. (03) 5608624 Sun-Thurs 9 am-4pm www.mod.gov.il

Museum of the History of the IDFA popular history of the Israeli armed forces, told through a series of permanent exhibitions. Tel Aviv promenade, Yehezkel Kaufmann St. (corner of Hamered St.)Tel. (03) 516-1346

Sun-Thurs 8.30 am-4pmwww.mod.gov.il

The Palmach MuseumHistory of the shock troops who played a crucial role in the 1948 War of Independence.10 Haim Levanon St (Ramat Aviv)Tel. (03) 6436393, Sun-Thurs 8.30 am-3.30pm, Fri 8.30 am-12.30 pm By appointment onlywww.palmach.org.il Beit Hatfutsot Museum of the Jewish PeopleThis museum tells the unique and ongoing story of the Jewish People and describes the special bond between the Jewish People and Israel. The museum presents thousands of years of a flourishing, multifaceted culture, bringing to life the unity that underlies the diversity of the Jewish civilization.Tel Aviv University Campus, Matityahu Gate (#2), Klausner St., Ramat Aviv.Tel: (03) 7457800 Opening Hours: Sun-Tues, Thurs 10am-4pm Wed 10 am-6pm, Fri 9am-1pm, Closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidayswww.bh.org.il

Old JaffaThis ancient city with its Ottoman and Arab architecture, picturesque park and thriving artists’ quarter, with galleries tucked away inside quaint alleys. The flea market is an essential Jaffa experience.

Rokach HouseThe house of Shimon Rokach, one of the founders of Neve Tzedek, is now a charming museum. 36 Simon Rokach St (Neve Tzedek)Tel. (03) 5162531 Fri-Sat 10 am-2 pm, Sun-Thurs, groups by appointment. www.ilmuseums.com Shalom Tower ObservatoryOnce the tallest building in the Middle East, the Shalom Tower has long been eclipsed by the Azrieli Tower, which has in turn been eclipsed by the skyscrapers in Dubai. But the views from the observatory are no less lovely.

Beit Hatfutsot, Museum of the Jewish People - A work by Keren Shpilsher

9 Achad Ha’am St. Tel. (03) 5177304 Sun-Thurs 10 am-6.30 pm Fri 10 am-2pm, Sat 11am-4pm

JERUSALEM

Bible Lands Museum JerusalemHouses a unique collection depicting the cultures and civilizations of the ancient lands of the Bible. Daily guided tours and an Easyguide audio guiding system are free with admission. Also on the premises are a Gift Shop and Kosher Restaurant. Museum Row, 25 Granot St. Jerusalem, Tel: (02)-5611066 Opening Hours: Sun-Tues, Thurs. 9:30am-5:30pm Wed 9:30am-9:30pm, Fri & Holiday eves. 9:30am–2pm, www.blmj.org

Bloomfield Science MuseumFascinating, thoughtful and intelligent interactive exhibitions that will pique the curiosity and educate both children and adults.Rupin St. (02) 6544888Mon-Thurs 10 am-6pm, Sat 10 am-3pmwww.ilmuseums.com

Cardo - Jewish Quarter of the Old CityRemains of a Roman road dating back to the 5th century C.E with remains of the Israelite tower and walls and Byzantine and Crusader times.

Chagall WindowsChagall Windows are located in the Synagogue at the Hadassah Medical CenterEin Kerem

Herzel MuseumHerzel’s study imported from Vienna, with personal belongings &documents.Mt. Herzl, Herzl Blvd.Tel. (02) 651 1108www.herzl.org

Yad Vashem The world’s most famous Holocaust museum is a sobering learning experience. Har Hazikaron, Sun-Wed 9 am-5pm, Thurs 9 am – 8 pm Fri/holiday eves 9 am-2pmwww.yadvashem.org.il

Tisch Family Zoological GardensVisit a collection of rare animals in the new Biblical Zoo – all were mentioned in the Bible, others are animals on the verge of extinction.Buses 26, 33, 99, or train from Tel Aviv (stops at the zoo). Tel. (02) 6750111 www.jerusalemzoo.org.il

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Sat 10 am-2pmwww.ilmuseums.com

Tower of David MuseumLocated in the medieval citadel near the Jaffa Gate, the museum details the major events in Jerusalem’s history beginning with the first evidence of a city in Jerusalem in the second millennium BCE, until the city became the capital of the State of Israel. The permanent exhibition illustrates the city’s history via fascinating interactive exhibits – both permanent and temporary. A temporary exhibition called

“Caricatures in Jerusalem”, opening on July 1, presents for the first time an impressive selection of work from the best caricature artists and sketchers who all drew inspiration from the city.Museum hours: Sun-Thurs 10am-5pm, Fri 10am-2pm, Sat 10am-5pm www.towerofdavid.org.il

Tower of David’s Night SpectacularAs the sun sets the Tower of David comes to life with a spectacular new night show. The story of Jerusalem unfolds in a blaze of

images, characters and sound as giant breathtaking images and lights are projected onto the walls, archeological ruins, bridges and the hidden pathways of the citadel. Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs: 8.30pm and 10 pm; Sat 9 pm and 10 pmPhone: (03) 6265333www.towerofdavid.org.il

Via Dolorosa (Way of the Cross)Christendom’s most holy road, it follows the route taken by Jesus from the Antonia Fortress where he was

The Burnt House (Katros House) Six meters under street level a luxurious residence from the end of the Second Temple period which was burned on September 2nd 70 C.E. An audiovisual presentation in 6 languages is shown at the site every half hour. Tel (02) 6287211www.rova-yehudi.org.il

The Israelite TowerRemnants of a tower from the end of the First Temple period. A battle was fought alongside it during theBabylonian siege of Jerusalem in the year 586 B.C.E., according to excavations. Tel (02) 6282005.Entrance feewww.ilmuseums.com

Mini Israel A must for every visitor to Israel Mini Israel miniature city is Israel’s newest and most exciting tourist attraction.Featuring over 350 beautifully crafted exact-replica models, of historical, religious, archeological and modernsites.Tel (08) 9130000 www.minisrael.co.il

The Great SynagogueBuilt from Jerusalem stone it adjoins the monument Hechal Shlomo. Its central feature, the main tower,contains five stained glass windows and is topped with two tablets of stone bearing the Ten Commandments dedicated to the six million who died in the Holocaust. 58 King George St. Tel (02) 6247112www.jerusalemgreatsynagogue.com

The KnessetIsrael’s Parliament. Free tours. Tickets for the visitors’ gallery are available from the Knesset office. Bring your passport. Tel (02) 6753333 www.knesset.gov.il

Ramparts WalkA walk around the Old City wallsDaily 9am-5pm. Entrance: Lion’s Gate, David’s Tower, Jaffa GateTel (02) 6277550

Rockefeller Archaeological MuseumThe Rockefeller Archaeological Museum, situated in a landmark building in East Jerusalem, was established during the British Mandate with a generous donation from the Rockefeller Family. It houses an extraordinary collection of antiquities unearthed in digs during the British Mandate period (1920-1948).Sultan Suleiman St(02) 6282251,Sun-Thurs 10 am-3pm,

condemned to the Hill of Golgotha where he was crucified. The Via Dolorosa is marked by 14 stations,the last five being within the Church of the Holy Sepulcher.

HAIFA & ACRE

Acre (Akko)Significant archaeological discoveries and numerous historical sites can be visited within the massive wallsof Acre (Akko). Beautiful beaches, good fish restaurants and a traditional covered market.

Bahai Shrine and GardensThe World Center of the Bahai Faith is located in Israel and includes holyplaces and beautiful gardens in both Acre and Haifa. The Bahai Gardensin Haifa surround the Shrine of the Bab (Mirza Ali-Muhammad). Open daily, 9am to noon; gardens open until 5pm. Visitors will not be admitted without a reservation. www.ganbahai.org.il

Rosh HanikraVisit the grottos and cableway at Rosh Hanikra. Self-service cliff top restaurant, souvenir shop, Moonlight Coffee Bar (in summer)10km north of NahariyaTel (04) 9857109

SafedAn important spiritual center, particularly noted for being the place where the Kabbalah was written. Visit the ancient synagogues that lay alongside the Artists’ Quarter. The individual galleries are open to visitors and the general exhibition, housed in an old mosque, is open Sun. to Thurs., 9 am-6 pm and Friday till 2 pm.

Hula ReserveLocated north of Rosh Pina, thereserve is the last remnant of the great swamp. After being reclaimed in the 1950’s, birds make up the greatest population stopping here during their migrations.. Facilities include a visitor’s center, a parking, picnic area, and a bird watching center. Tel (06) 937069

The Hermon River ReserveA source of the Jordan, a thickly forested area with a variety of species. Paths running along Crusader Towers, walls, bridges, wells and the only water driven mill still in use. An important spot in ancient times. Enjoy a small pita bakery and the calming rush of the Hermon. Tel (06) 950272.

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Tel DanThe Dan is the main source of the Jordan River. Tel Dan is an artificial hill covering an ancient town,Laish, once the capital of the Tribe of Dan that settled here,until the townwas destroyed. The area is shaded for picnics with a cafeteria on site. Parking located on site. Tel (06) 951579.

Reuben and Edith Hecht MuseumUniversity of Haifa, Ancient Crafts and Industries; Archaeology of Israel; Phoenicians in the Biblical period;and the paintings of Impressionists and the Jewish School of Paris. Haifa University, campus, Mount Carmel.Tel (04) 8257773

National Maritime MuseumMarine history in an audio-visual display. 198 Allenby Rd. Tel (04) 8536622

NAzARETH & TIBERIAS

NazarethThe largest church in the Middle East, the Church of the Annunciation, where it was revealed to Mary that she would conceive and give birth to the Son of God, is to be found in this city, the childhood home of

Jesus. Gaze in awe at the view of the magnificent Jezreel Valley or experience 1st century life at the Nazareth Village. For more information: (04) 6456042

CanaThe traditional site of the wedding feast where Jesus performed his first miracle of turning water into wine and the hometown of the disciple Nathaneal. The modern town of Kfar Cana is built on this site.

TabghaOn the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee, is the traditional site of the multiplication of loaves and fishes, a story found in all four Gospels.

CapernaumCapernaum (Kefar Nachum) served as Jesus’ home base during his ministry in the Galilee and was a thriving Christian community. After the Arab conquest around 700 CE the town was destroyed. The towns synagogue and house of St. Peter have been restored and made into a museum. Visiting hours: 8am-4:40pm, Entrance: 3NIS.

Mount of the BeatitudesThe traditional site of the Sermon on the Mount is today is tranquil garden

with a Franciscan church featuring the eight beatitudes in stained glass and provides a good vantage point to view the Sea of Galilee. Visiting hours: 8am-11:30am & 2:30pm-4:40pm, Entrance: 5NIS per car.

TiberiasNamed after the Roman emperor, Tiberius is one of four holy cities in Judaism. Following the Bar Kochba Revolt in the 2nd century when Jews were exiled from Jerusalem, Tiberias became the center of Jewish life in Israel with the establishment of Rabbinical academies attracting Jewish scholars and sages. Today you can visit many tombs of great Jewish tzadiks (scholars) including Rabbi Moshe Ben Maimon and Hanes who helped to compile the Mishnah.

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Underwater Observatory Unique underwater museum with unbelievable variety of fish and fantastic coral reefs. Enjoy underwater trip on a submarine or a ship with a transparent bottom (additional pay). Opening hours Sun. – Thu.8.30 am-4 pm Fri 8.30 am-3 pm, Sat and holidays, 8.30 am-4.30 pm Tel (08) 6364200

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Please note that the events listedin this section do not cover all thecultural activities taking place during this period in Israel’s major cities. We recommend that you call the telephone numbers listed for reservations and further information. Events may be subject to change. Please confirm! Enjoy your stay.

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Beit Hatfutsot, Museum of the Jewish PeopleThis museum tells the unique and ongoing story of the Jewish People. The museum presents thousands of years of a flourishing, multifaceted culture, bringing to life the unity that underlies the diversity of the Jewish culture.Tel Aviv University Campus, Matityahu Gate (#2), Klausner St., Ramat Aviv.Tel: (03) 7457800 Opening Hours: Sun-Tues, Thurs 10am-4pm Wed 10 am-6pm, Fri 9am-1pm, Closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidayswww.bh.org.il

Bible MuseumHosts constantly changing exhibitions by Israeli and foreign artists on biblical subjects from asecular perspective.16 Rothschild Blvd. Tel Aviv. Tel: (03) 5177760Opening Hours: Sun-Tues 9.30am-12.30pm, Wed 9.30am-12.30pm / 4pm-9pm, Thurs-Fri 9.30am-12.30pmwww.ilmuseums.com

Helena Rubinstein Pavilion for Contemporary ArtTel Aviv Museum of Art’s extension space for modern and contemporary art exhibitions5 Tarsat St. Tel. (03) 5287196Officially re-opened in September 2009. www.tamuseum.com

Nachum Gutman MuseumTucked away on a small street in Neve Tzedek, this delightful little museum tells the story of one of Israel’s most famous artists.21 Rokach Street (Neve Tzedek). Tel: (03) 5161970Opening Hours: Sun-Wed 10am-4pm, Thurs 10am-7pm, Fri 10am-

2pm, Sat 10am-5pm, www.gutmanmuseum.co.il

Rubin MuseumRecently renovated, this small museum located in the home of Reuven Rubin tells the story of thefamous artist’s life and work.14 Bialik St Tel. (03) 5255961Opening Hours: Mon, Wed, Thurs, 10am-3pm, Tues 10am-8pm, Sat 11am-2pmwww.rubinmuseum.org.i

Tel Aviv Museum of ArtIsrael’s main art museum hosts more than half a million visitors per year. It features a dynamic program of changing and permanent exhibitions, cultural programs of classical and jazz music, performance arts, lecture series, special events, children’s programs, dance, and cinema.27 Shaul Hamelech Ave, Tel AvivTel: (03) 6077020. Opening Hours: Mon, Wed, Sat 10am- 4pm, Tues, Thur 10am-10pm, Fri 10am- 2pm. Sun closed. www.tamuseum.com

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THE REAL AND THE IDEAL: THE PAINTING OF LUDWIG BLUM (1891-1974)The first exhibition of the artist Ludwig Blum, known for his panoramic paintings of Jerusalem, the city where he lived and worked for fifty years. Blum was a painter of love. He loved his country, and his country reciprocated that love. Today, Blum occupies a central place among the masters of Eretz Israel.The Lady Sara Cohen Exhibition Hall, Tel Aviv University Campus, Matityahu Gate (#2), Klausner St., Ramat Aviv.Tel: (03) 7457800 Opening Hours: Sun-Tues, Thurs 10 am-4pm Wed 10 am-6pm, Fri 9 am-1 pm, Closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidayswww.bh.org.il (Exhibition runs from Oct 1 2009 until Dec 31 2009)

Helena Rubinstein Pavilion For Contemporary ArtA new exhibition in honor of the pavilion’s re-opening in September, 2009.FAMILY/TREENew acquisitions donated by the Rivka Saker and Uzi Zucker Fund for Contemporary Israeli Art.

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Tel Aviv Museum of Art

YEHUDA ASSIA COLLECTION: A SELECTION

This collection, a selection of which is exhibited, is one of the most interesting, rooted collections of Israeli art in the country. The collection focuses mostly on figurative art – paintings by Mordecai Ardon, Abel Pann, Reuven Rubin, Moshe Mokady, Yosl Bergner, Liliane Klapisch and Avigdor Arikha. The works of Ardon and Abel Pann play a significant role in the collection, not only in quantity, but also due to their affinity to Bible stories. The significance of the emotional contextof the collection is the common denominator between the artists represented in the collection andthe collector Yehuda Assia himself, as well being the source of the collection’s uniqueness.Sam and Ayala Zacks Pavilion. 27 Shaul Hamelech Ave, Tel Aviv. Tel: (03) 6077020. Opening Hours: Mon, Wed, Sat 10am- 4pm, Tues, Thur 10am-10pm, Fri 10am- 2pm. Sun closed. www.tamuseum.com

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Mon-Thur 10am-1pm, 5pm-7pm, Fri 10am-1pm Sat 10am-2pm www.ilmuseums.com

Chelouche Gallery5 Chissin St. Tel: (03) 5289713Mon-Thurs 10am-1pm, 5 pm-7pm, Fri 10am-1pmwww.chelouchegallery.com

Dvir Gallery11 Nachum St. Tel: (03) 6043003Tue-Thur 11am-6pm, Fri-Sat 10am-1pmwww.dvirgallery.com

Engel Gallery26 Gordon St. Tel: (03) 5225637

Gallery 39 for Contemporary Art39 Nahmani St. Tel: (03) 5666631Mon-Thurs.11am-7pm, Fri 10am-2pm, Sat 10am-1pmwww.artgallery39.com

Gebo Gallery 35 Shaul HamelechTel: 052-2570792, 077-3300141Mon-Fri 11am-2pm, 4pm-7pm, Fri 11am-2pmwww.gebogallery.com

The Heder Gallery11 Gottlieb St. Tel: (03) 5222402,Mon-Thur 12am-6 pm Fri 11am-2 pm

Sat 11am-1pmwww.theheder.com

Gerstein Gallery99 Ben Yehuda St. Tel: (03) 5293826Sun-Thur 11am-7pm, Friday 10am-2pmwww.davidgerstein.com

Givon Gallery35 Gordon St. Tel: (03) 5225427Sun 10am-1pm, Mon-Thurs 10am-1pm, 5pm-7pm,Fri 10am-2 pm, Sat 11am-2pmwww.givonartgallery.com

Gordon Gallery95 Ben Yehuda St. Tel: (03) 5240323Mon-Thurs 1am-7pm, Fri 10am-2pm, Sat 10am-1pmwww.gordongallery.co.il

Hakibbutz Gallery25 Dov Hoz St. Tel: (03) 5232533Sun-Thurs 12pm-7pmwww.kibbutzgallery.org.il

Ilana Goor Museum4 Mazal Dagim St, Old JaffaTel: (03) 6837676, Sun-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-6pmwww.ilanagoor.com

The exhibition incorporates an architecture-sculpture-performanceapproach and includes a video documenting an installation of artist Tami Ben-Tor entitled “Normal” 2006, as well as three sizeable installations of three well-known artists: Nahum Tevet, “Question Five” 2000-2003; Guy Ben-Ner, “Treehouse Kit” 2005; and Ohad Meromi, “Who Owns the World” 2008. The three sculptural works are made of wood and all creations in the exhibitionhold a dialogue with the history of modernism. Thematically, the works relate to family and education and all works are characterized by a didactic aspect. 6 Tarsat Blvd, Tel Aviv.Opening Hours: Mon, Wed 10am-4pm, Tues, Thurs 10am-10pm, Fri 10am-2 pm, Sat 10am-4pmSun closed. Information: (03) 5287196www.tamuseum.com

GallerieS

Alon Segev30 Chelouche St., Neve Tzedek,Tel-Aviv. Tel: (03) 6090769, MonMon-Thurs, 12pm-7pm, Fri 10am-1pm, www.alonsegevgallery.com

Artists’ House9 Alharizi St. Tel: (03) 5246685

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Beijing Modern Dance Companypresents “Oath/Unfettered Journey as part of Tel Aviv Dance 2009.

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Minshar Gallery for Art18 David Chachami St. Tel: (03) 6887090 Sun-Thurs 12pm-7pm

Noga Gallery60 Ahad Ha’am St.Tel: (03) 5660123Mon-Thur 11am-7pm Fri-Sat 11am-2pmwww.nogagallery.com

Office in Tel Aviv (installation art)1 Shlomo Hamelech St.Tel: (03) 5254191, Tue-Thurs 2pm-7pm Fri, Sat 11am-1pmwww.officeintelavivgallery.com

Rosenfeld Gallery1 Shvil Hamifaal St. Tel. (03) 5229044,Tue -Thurs 12pm-7pm, Fri 11am-2pm, Sat 11am-1pm www.rg.co.il

The Center for Contemporary Art5 Kalisher St. Tel. (03) 5106111Mon-Thur 2 pm – 7 pm Fri-Sat 10 am – 2 pm, www.cca.org.il

Sommer Contemporary Art113 Rothschild Blvd. Tel: (03) 5166400Mon-Thur 10am- 6pm Fri 10am-2pm Sat 11am-1pmwww.sommercontemporaryart.com

HERzLIYA

Herzliya Museum of Contemporary ArtOne of the most important contemporary art museums in Israel, this politically conscious, highly intelligent museum is well worth the 20-minute drive from Tel Aviv to Herzliya. 4 Habanim St. (09) 9551011, Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 10 am-2pm, Tues&Thurs 4pm-8pmherzliyamuseum.co.il

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art MuSeuMS

The Israel MuseumThe Israel Museum is the largest and most important cultural institution in the country. The museum includes some 500,000 archeological and anthropological exhibits, displays of Judaica and ethnography, Israeli and international art. The Billy Rose Sculpture Garden includes works byHenry Moore and Picasso. The huge permanent collection is documented with temporary world-class exhibits each month.11 Ruppin Blvd. near the KnessetInformation: (02) 6708811Opening Hours: Sun, Mon, Wed, Thurs 10am-5pm, Tues 10am-9pm Fri and holiday eves 10am-2pm Sat and holidays 10am-5pmwww.imj.org.il

New exhibitiON

The Israel Museum, JerusalemFamily TracesAt the heart of this exhibition stands the family portrait, charged with memories and longing. The exhibition was initially inspired by Anthony Goicolea’s Supper (2008). Presented alongside Goicolea's personal journey are multicultural works from the Museum's and other collections. A special loan from The Museum of Modern Art, New York is Frida Kahlo’s My Grandparents, My Parents, and I, an intimate, symbolic family tree, addressing the complex identity of an artist with native Mexican and German immigrant ancestry.

Weinstein Gallery, Ruth Youth Wing, The Israel Museum11 Ruppin Blvd. near the KnessetInformation: (02) 6708811Opening Hours: Sun, Mon, Wed, Thurs 10am-5pmTues 10am-9pm,Fri and holiday eves 10am-2pm Sat and holidays 10am-5pmwww.imj.org.il

GallerieS

Eden Gallery 10 King David Street Tel. (02) 6244831Sun-Thur 9am-9pm,

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Fri 9am-2pmwww.eden-gallery.com

Gerstein Studio/Gallery13 Harekhvim st. Talpiyot. Tel: (02) 6781899Sun – Thur 10am-5pmwww.davidgerstein.com

Jerusalem Artists’ House12 Shmuel Hanagid StTel. (02) 6253653, Sun-Thur 10am-1pm, 4pm-7pm Fri 10am-1pmSat 11am-2pm, www.art.org.il

Museum on the SeamInternational contemporary art on the theme of co-existence4 Chel Handasa St. Tel. (02) 6281278 Sun-Thurs 10am-7pm, Fri 10am-2pmwww.mots.org.il

The Municipal Art Gallery17 Yaffo St. Tel. (02) 6256937 Sun-Thur 8am-6pm

The New GalleryThe Jerusalem municipality’s collaborative contemporary art gallery Teddy Stadium, Tel. (02) 6792968 Sun-Thu 4pm-7pmwww.thenewgallery.org.il

Ticho HouseA lovely museum, garden and café, right in the center of town. Harav Kook Street (near Zion Square) Museum and events: (02) 6245068 Café: (02) 6244186Sun, Mon, Wed, Thurs 10am-5pm, Tues 10am-10pm, Fri 10am-2pm

HAIFA

The Haifa Museum of Art26 Shabbetai Levi St.Tel: (04) 8523255Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed 10am-4pm, Thurs 10am-7pm,Fri/holiday eves 10am-1pm, Sat/holidays 10am-3pm www.hma.org.il

The Tikotin Museum of Japanese Art89 Hanassi AveTel: (04) 8383554Sun-Thu 10am-4pm, Fri/holiday eves 10am-1pm,Sat/holidays 10am-3pmwww.hma.org.il

Haifa City MuseumSun-Thurs 10am-4pm, Fri/holiday eves 10am-1pm,Sat/holidays 10am-3pmwww.hma.org.il

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Dance TEL AVIV – YAFFO

MON Oct 5 - SuN Oct 11

Mon Oct 5, Wed Oct 7 and Fri Oct 9Mayumana’s MomentumA unique dance and percussion show based on skill, rhythm, visual effects and humor.Mayumana House, 15 Louis Pasteur St., Yaffo.Tickets: (03) 6811787 [159NIS] 6pm, 8.30pm, 10pmwww.mayumana.com/momentum

Wed Oct 7 and Thur Oct 8 Kibbutz Contemporary Dance Company’s “60 HZ’Energetic and electric dance to the pulse, rhythm and current.Suzanne Dellal Center, 5 Yeheli St, Neve Tzedek, Tel Aviv. Tickets: (03) 5105656 [105-149NIS] 9pm www.suzannedellal.org.il

Sun Oct 11Idan Cohen’s vision of Swan LakeSuzanne Dellal Center, 5 Yeheli St, Neve Tzedek, Tel Aviv.Tickets: (03) 5105656 [90NIS] 9pmwww.suzannedellal.org.il


Mon Oct 12Yoram Karmi /Fresco Dance Company and Uri Morag’s “Man Woman Reflection”A multi-media dance performance including and video art and lighting effects.Suzanne Dellal Center, 5 Yeheli St, Neve Tzedek, Tel Aviv.Tickets: (03) 5105656 [90NIS] 9pmwww.suzannedellal.org.il

Tues Oct 13Fresco Dance Group’s ”Pulcinella”Yoram Karmi’s contemporary version of the famous ballet.Suzanne Dellal Center, 5 Yeheli St, Neve Tzedek, Tel Aviv.Tickets: (03) 5105656 [90NIS] 9pm www.suzannedellal.org.il

Wed Oct 14Artour Astman and Ilana Bellahsen’s “ArtLana”Two characters on a journey in a fantasy world of colour, new places and lots of love.Suzanne Dellal Center, 5 Yeheli St, Neve Tzedek, Tel Aviv.Tickets: (03) 5105656 [95NIS] 9pm www.suzannedellal.org.il

Thur Oct 15 – Sat Oct 17Mayumana’s Momentum

A unique dance and percussion show based on skill, rhythm, visual effects and humor.Mayumana House, 15 Louis Pasteur St., YaffoTickets: (03) 6811787 [159NIS] 8.30pm, 10pm, 9.30pmwww.mayumana.com/momentum

Fri Oct 16Maya Stern and Tomer Sharabi and Ensemble present “Air” A program designed by these two dancers/choreographers who invent movements that none but them would have thought of or perform.Tmoona Theater, 8 Shontziynu St., Tel Aviv.Tickets: (03) 5629462 [39NIS]

Fri Oct 16 and Sat Oct 17Nederlands Dans Theater’s “Last Touch First” (Tel Aviv Dance 2009)An intimate and moving performance, in which desperation, madness and loneliness touch the depths of the six characters. Suzanne Dellal Center, 5 Yeheli St, Neve Tzedek, Tel Aviv.Tickets: (03) 5105656 [225NIS] 2pm and 9pmwww.suzannedellal.org.il

Taketeru Kudo and Jun Wakabayashi’s “The Vengeance Cell” (Kishi-Kimbo)A duet of two of today’s leading Butoh style dance artists from Japan explore the modern wilderness to find and build up a new value for man’s way of acting, within a somewhat nostalgic atmosphere.Clipa Theatre, 38 Harakevet St., Tel Aviv.Tickets: (03) 6879219 [80NIS] 9pm

Yossi Berg & Oded Graf’s “4 Men, Alice, Bach and the Deer”A dark humored fantasy choreographed to the sounds of Bach, of four men trying to discover the “Ultimate Man”.Suzanne Dellal Center, 5 Yeheli St, Neve Tzedek, Tel Aviv.Tickets: (03) 5105656 [90NIS] 10pm and 9pm, www.suzannedellal.org.il

Sat Oct 17 and Sun Oct 18China Disabled People’s Performing Arts Troupe presents “My Dream” (Tel Aviv Dance 2009)Close to 100 performers in a spectacular show which intertwines dance,music and song.The Israeli Opera Tel Aviv-Yaffo, 19 Shaul Hamelech St., Tel Aviv.Tel. (03) 6927777 [129-249 NIS] 9pm


Mon Oct 19 and Tues Oct 20Spain’s Cienfuegos Danza presents “CISNES NEGROS”

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(Tel Aviv Dance 2009)This mature production of perverse refinement is filled with new discoveries, very malleable dancers and the music is atmospheric and surprising.Suzanne Dellal Center, 5 Yeheli St, Neve Tzedek, Tel Aviv.Tickets: (03) 5105656 [185NIS] 9pmwww.suzannedellal.org.il

Thur Oct 22 Dafi Altabeb’s “Matrix”Examining the interaction between lines and rows, between two numbers and between X & Y.Suzanne Dellal Center, 5 Yeheli St, Neve Tzedek, Tel Aviv.Tickets: (03) 5105656 [70NIS] 9pmwww.suzannedellal.org.il

Thur Oct 22 – Sat Oct 24Mayumana’s MomentumA unique dance and percussion show based on skill, rhythm, visual effects and humor.Mayumana House, 15 Louis Pasteur St., YaffoTickets: (03) 6811787 [159NIS] 8.30pm, 10pm, 9.30pmwww.mayumana.com/momentum

Thur Oct 22 and Fri Oct 24Michal Herman’s “Fellowship”A humorously clever dance performance based on Franz Kafka’s short story. Clipa Theatre, 38 Harakevet St., Tel Aviv.Tickets: (03) 6879219 [80NIS] 9pm

Thur Oct 22 and Fri Oct 23Beijing Modern Dance Company (BMDC) presents “Oath / Unfettered Journey” (Tel Aviv Dance 2009)Two works integrating the traditional culture of China with modern influences.Suzanne Dellal Center, 5 Yeheli St, Neve Tzedek, Tel Aviv.Tickets: (03) 5105656 [225NIS] 9pm and 2pm/10pmwww.suzannedellal.org.il

Sat Oct 24 and Sun 25Taiwanese Choreographer Shang Chi-sun’s “Nuwa/Dialogue II” (Tel Aviv Dance 2009)Two works including a dance duet with live music and a dance dialogue between a dancer and a play.Suzanne Dellal Center, 5 Yeheli St, Neve Tzedek, Tel Aviv.Tickets: (03) 5105656 [185NIS] 9pmwww.suzannedellal.org.il

MON Oct 26 - Sat Oct 31

Tue Oct 27Ohad Naharin and the Batsheva Dance Company presents “HORA” (Tel Aviv Dance 2009)Hora is performed by 11 dancers who are always on stage, always present, always available. Their rich movements encounter a tantalizing soundtrack.Suzanne Dellal Center, 5 Yeheli St, Neve Tzedek, Tel Aviv.

Tickets: (03) 03-5104037 [120NIS] 9pm, www.suzannedellal.org.il

Wed Oct 28 – Sat Oct 31Hubbard Street Dance Chicago’s “Off Screen / Slipstream / Gnawa” (Tel Aviv Dance 2009)One of the most original forces in American contemporary dance returns to Israel with an inspiring, challenging and engaging program featuring 22 dancers.The Israeli Opera Tel Aviv-Yaffo, 19 Shaul Hamelech St., Tel Aviv.Tel. (03) 6927777 [149-299 NIS] 9pm (1pm on 30/10)www.israel-opera.co.il

Thur Oct 29 – Sat Oct 31Australian production “Construct” (Tel Aviv Dance 2009)This multi-award winning work is a sharp, rigorous and curious look at the concept of ‘building’.Suzanne Dellal Center, 5 Yeheli St, Neve Tzedek, Tel Aviv.Tickets: (03) 03-5104037 [185NIS] 9pm (1pm on 30/10)www.suzannedellal.org.il

Fri Oct 30 – Sat 31Mayumana’s MomentumA unique dance and percussion show based on skill, rhythm, visual effects and humor.Mayumana House, 15 Louis Pasteur St., Yaffo..Tickets: (03) 6811787 [159NIS] 8.30pm, 10pm, 9.30pmwww.mayumana.com/momentum

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Hubbard Street Dance ChicagoHubbard Street Dance Chicago is among the most original forces in contemporary dance today. Critically acclaimed for its exuberant, athletic and innovative repertoire, HSDC’s dancers display unparalleled versatility and virtuosity in performances that inspire, challenge and engage audiences worldwide. Continually expanding its eclectic repertoire with work by leading national and international choreographers, the company also contributes to the art form’s evolution by developing new choreographic talent and collaborating with artists in music, visual art and theatre.

In its 30 plus years, the main company of Hubbard Street Dance Chicago has appeared in celebrated dance venues in 19 countries, and this month arrives in Israel to participate in the International Dance Festival, Tel Aviv Dance 2009 offering an innovative and exciting program featuring 22 dancers. Lovers of dance will be treated to three diverse works, choreographed by three masters, showcasing the incredible versatility of the dancers.

Wed Oct 28 – Sat Oct 31, The Israeli Opera Tel Aviv-Yaffo, Tel Aviv. Tel. (03) 6927777 Mon Oct 2 and Tues Oct 3, Sherover Theatre, Jerusalem. Tel: (02) 5605755Wed Oct 4 and Thur Oct 5, Haifa Auditorium, Haifa. Tel: (04) 835 3555Tickets: [149-299 NIS]

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ALMAALMA, a theatrical journey about Alma Mahler’s life is an internationally successful and most unusual theater production that has reached cult status, it is an interactive play that includes a very special party. In paying tribute to Israel’s 60th Independence Day (celebrated in 2008), the Republic of Austria sends this unique theatrical journey as a gift to Israel, and the production is made with the collaboration of the Cameri Theatre of Tel-Aviv.ALMA is a polydrama, consisting of several interwoven threads of events taking place simultaneously in various spaces of the unique venue, the Underground Prisoners Museum Jerusalem. The audience can chose for themselves the storyline, the events, the path and the person that they want to follow and simply move from one space to the other, thus creating a theatrical mosaic of their own.A highlight of the performance is the interactive funeral of Gustav Mahler and the sumptuous buffet-dinner during the interval. The outstanding and unusual ambience make this “mourner’s meal” a truly memorable experience.

Sat Oct 31Ohad Naharin and the Batsheva Dance Company presents “Mamootot” (Tel Aviv Dance 2009)One of Batsheva’s most unique and ground-breaking pieces.Suzanne Dellal Center, 5 Yeheli St, Neve Tzedek, Tel Aviv.Tickets: (03) 5104037 [120NIS] 9pm www.suzannedellal.org.il

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Wed Oct 14 and Thur Oct 15Yossi Berg & Oded Graf’s “4 Men, Alice, Bach and the Deer”A dark humored fantasy choreographed to the sounds of Bach, of four men trying to discover the “Ultimate Man”.The Lab, 28 Derech Hevron St., Jerusalem.Tel: (02) 6292001 9pmwww.maabada.org


Mon Oct 26Rami Be’er and the Kibbutz Contemporary Dance Company’s “Upon Reaching the Sun”A performance containing thrilling expressive choreography, dynamic dancing and an imaginative set and lighting effects.The Jerusalem Centre for Performing Arts, Sherover Theatre, 20 Marcus St., Jerusalem.Tickets: (02) 5605755 [149NIS]www.jerusalem-theatre.co.il

Tue Oct 27Alice Dor-Cohen’s “Talk to Me”Fascinating connection between the two works that speak of communication relationships in various stages of consciousness.The Lab, 28 Derech Hevron St., Jerusalem.Tel: (02) 6292001 [60-70NIS] 9pm, www.maabada.org

HAIFA


Sat Oct 24Beijing Modern Dance Company (BMDC) presents “Oath / Unfettered Journey” (Tel Aviv Dance 2009)A program integrating the traditional culture of China with modern influences.Rappaport Hall, 140 Hanasi Blvd., Tickets: (04) 8353508 [225NIS] 9pm

Theatre The Cameri Theatre of Tel AvivThe Cameri Theatre presents its most popular productions with screened simultaneous translation into English. Tue Oct 6, Fri Oct 09: Fiddler on the RoofSat Oct 10: A Warm FamilySat Oct 17: Johnny WalkedTue Oct 20: Who’s Afraid of Virginia WoolfSat Oct 24, Tue Oct 27: HavdalahSat Oct 32: Thrill My HeartLocated at: The Tel Aviv Performing

Arts Center 19 Shaul Hamelech Blvd., Tel Aviv Box Office: (3) 6060960/00www.cameri.co.il

The Yiddish Theatre in Israel presents “20 to 120”This musical celebrates 20 years of Yiddish Theatre in Israel and 150 years since the birth of Shalom Aleichem, the foremost writer of Yiddish literature.Sat Oct 17, Beit Lessin, 101 Dizengoff St., Tel Aviv. Tickets: (03) 5254660

The performances are bilingual (Hebrew and English), it is recommend to wear comfortable shoes and bring a jacket or pullover as it can sometimes be chilly in Jerusalem in October.Performances throughout October. Venue: Underground Prisoners Museum Jerusalem, 1 Misheol Hagvurah St., Jerusalem Tickets: 054 9407392 or (03) 6060960 [250NIS including buffet dinner and drinks] Information: http://alma-mahler.at/index.html

"20 to 120" a production by the Yiddish Theatre in Israel

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Mon Oct 5The Wailers and Mosh Ben AriThe greatest living exponents of Jamaica’s reggae

tradition, the Wailers perform with one of Israel’s foremost singer/songwriter, Mosh Ben Ari. With his rich and magical voice, Ben Ari’s blend of rock, soul, reggae and world music is not to be missed. Nahal Zohar Amphitheater, Dead Sea.Information:www.tamarfestival.co.ilTickets: (02) 6222333

Tues Oct 6-7Nick KershawA pop teen-idol of the 1980’s and seasoned songwriter,

Kershaw has written tracks for movies and has collaborated on albums with artists such as Elton John and Bonnie Tyler. Reading 3, HaTaarukha 3, Tel Aviv. Tickets: *8965 [399NIS]

Wed Oct 7MatisyahuThe Orthodox reggae hip-hopper from Brooklyn, arrives in Israel

to promote his new most diverse album to date “Light” critically acclaimed This talented artist moves with ease through his familiar reggae-soul stylings to dancehall, ska-inflected new wave, pop-rock and acoustic folk.Sultan’s Pool, Jerusalem. Tickets: 02 6222333 [167NIS/200NIS]

INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS


Popular Music

Thur Oct 22Beni Tal Band and the BandThe skilled saxophonist plays rock rhythm and blues jazz.Dancing Camel Brewing Company Pub, 12 Hatasia St., Tel Aviv. Entrance Free, reservations recommended. Tel: (03) 6242783

Fri Oct 23Ziv Ravits’ Rock Opera “Louis”This original work written in English explores the themes of love, magic, death and new life.Tmoona Theater, 8 Shontziynu St., Tel Aviv. Tickets: (03) 5611211 [60NIS]

Classic | Opera

Tue Oct 20The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra – Classic Eight SeriesConductor Zubin Mehta and guest pianist Lang Lang, thrill with a program including works by Oded Zehavi, Brahms and Beethoven.Mann Auditorium, 1 Huberman St. Tel Aviv. Tickets: 1-700-70-30-30 [165-395NIS]


Popular Music

Thur Oct 29 and Fri Oct 30Yamandu Costa and FriendsThis virtuoso guitarist from Brazil entertains with his dazzling skills and lively Brazilian sounds.Reading 3, HaTaarucha 3, Tel Aviv. Tickets: *8965 [139NIS]

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Tuesday Oct 6The Audience is the Choir – Sing AlongAbu Gosh Vocal Music FestivalKiryat Yearim Church, Abu GoshTickets: *8965 [60NIS]

Wed Oct 7Favorite Romantic Works – Stuttgart Chamber ChoirAbu Gosh Vocal Music FestivalKiryat Yearim Church, Abu GoshTickets: *8965 [120/140NIS]

Popular Music

Friday Oct 9Hot Voices

songs by Purcell, The Beatles, Joan Baez, Leonard CohenAbu Gosh Vocal Music FestivalThe Crypt, Crusader Church, Abu Gosh. Tickets: *8965 [95NIS]


Popular Music

Mon Oct 12Oy Division Jewish Klezmer music and folk songs from the turn of the last century. (Part of the Autumn Nights in the Old City event) Gan Hatekuma, (the Jewish Quarter), Jerusalem.

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Popular Music

Thur Oct 8MashinaConsidered by many to be Israel's most important and influential rock band whose style is inspired by Ska, Hard Rock, New Wave, Pop rock, Punk rock and Electronica.Zappa Club, Ramat Hachayal, Tel Aviv. Tel: (03) 7674646 [150NIS]

Classic | Opera

Tue Oct 617th International Harp Contest in Israel - Gala Opening ConcertThe Israel Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Nir Kabaretti, accompanies previous competition’s prize winners. Mann Auditorium, 1 Huberman St. Tel Aviv. Tickets: *8965 [120-60-200NIS]

Sat Oct 10The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra - Gala Concert - BrahmsConductor Zubin Mehta, pianist Rudolf Buchbinder, soprano Chen Reiss and the Gary Bertini Israeli Choir opens the 74th season of the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra.Mann Auditorium, 1 Huberman St. Tel Aviv. Tickets: 1-700-70-30-30


Popular Music

Mon Oct 12The CarsittersBased out of Tel-Aviv Israel, the Carsitters are a 4 piece power-pop rock band that performs in English. Bella Shlompkins Club, 13 Noch Moses St., Tel Aviv. Tickets: (03) 6096996

Tue Oct 13Arkadi Dukin and Meir BanaiA fascinating musical encounter with two creative and musical giants of the Israeli music sceneZappa Club, Ramat Hachayal, Tel Aviv. Tel: (03) 7674646 [150NIS]

Jazz

Wed Oct 14Avi Leibovich & the OrchestraThirteen leading musicians in a stirring musical extravaganza, combining jazz with various musical styles. Tmoona Theater, 8 Shontziynu St., Tel Aviv. Tickets: (03) 5611211 [29NIS]

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HERTzELIA


Popular Music

Tue Oct 6The Greek ExperienceA musical biography of the life story of Aris San, a Greek-Israeli singer, entertainer and nightclub owner.Zappa Club, 85 Medinat Hayehudim, Hertzelia. Tel: (03) 7674646 [90NIS]


Popular Music

Wed Oct 28Boaz Sharabi “Breathe”Iconic Israeli singer/songwriter/musician entertains with his greatest hits.Zappa Club, 85 Medinat Hayehudim, Hertzelia. Tel: (03) 7674646 [129NIS]

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Classic | Opera

Sun Oct 11The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra – BrahmsConductor Zubin Mehta, pianist Rudolf Buchbinder, soprano Chen Reiss and the Gary Bertini Israeli Choir present a program of Brahms.

www.jerusalem-oldcity.org.il. Tel: (02) 5314600, Free concert

Thur Oct 15Nadav Haber QuartetA jazz adaptation of Ethiopian songs that maintains the music’s original energy. (Part of the Autumn Nights in the Old City event)Muristan Square, (the Christian Quarter), Jerusalem.www.jerusalem-oldcity.org.il. Tel: (02) 5314600, Free concert


Popular Music

Mon Oct 19AndralamousiaCelebration of Jewish, Balkan, Arab, Rock and Jazz music. (Part of the Autumn Nights in the Old City event)Muristan Square, (the Christian Quarter), Jerusalem.www.jerusalem-oldcity.org.il. Tel: (02) 5314600, Free concert

Classic | Opera

Tue Oct 2017th International Harp Contest in Israel Stage IV – FinalsThe three finalists of the contest, accompanied by the Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Austrian Roberto Paternostro, compete for the grand first prize.Henri Crown Hall, Jerusalem Theater, 20 Marcus St., Jerusalem. Tickets: (02) 5605755 [109-149NIS]


Jazz

Mon Oct 26Dr. JazzClassic Dixieland jazz from New Orleans to Broadway.(Part of the Autumn Nights in the Old City event) Muristan Square, (the Christian Quarter), Jerusalem.Information: www.jerusalem-oldcity.org.il. Tel: (02) 5314600, Free concert

Classic | Opera

Mon Oct 26The Israel Camerata Jerusalem presents Beethoven’s Triple Concerto along with works by Greig and Koptyman.Henri Crown Hall, Jerusalem Theater, 20 Marcus St., Jerusalem. Tickets: 1-700-55-2000 [109-149NIS]

Haifa Auditorium, 138 Hanasi Blvd, Haifa. Tickets: 1-700-70-30-30 [165-395NIS]


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Sat Oct 24New Haifa Symphony OrchestraSaturday Night Series Concert No. 1a program of Nicola Sani, Beethoven and Schumann.Krieger Center for the Performing Arts, 6 Eliyahu Hakim St., Haifa. Tickets: (04) 8599499

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Popular Music

Wed Oct 7Gidi Gov and Yehudit RavitzAn awesome combination of Israel’s best-loved singer/songwriter icons.Nahal Zohar Amphitheater, Dead SeaInformation: www.tamarfestival.co.il. Tickets: (02) 6222333

Thurs Oct 8Arkadi Dukin and Meir BanaiA fascinating musical encounter with two creative and musical giants of the Israeli music scene. Massada (a sunrise concert starting at 3.30am) Information: www.tamarfestival.co.il. Tickets: (02) 6222333

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Tamar Music FestivalAs part of the Tamar Music Festival, the Ein Gedi Resort Hotel hosts a series of musical performances of Israeli and international music classics, performed by well-loved Israeli artists. The magical setting for the concerts is outdoors amongst the famous Baobab trees of Ein Gedi.Mon Oct 5: Mezi Cohen sings Jazz (in English) featuring the songs of Ella Fitzgerald and Billy Holiday. Tue Oct 6: Chemi Rodner in concert accompanied by Eran Weitz. Featuring the greatest hits of the band Eifo Hayeled (Where is the kid) and from his solo album Geula (Redemption).Wed Oct 7: Dani Robas performing his greatest hits as well as songs of the Beatles.

Thur Oct 8: Lea Shabat and Band returns with a new show including old favorites and her latest hits.Concert information and bookings: (08) 6584444. Accommodation at the Ein Gedi Resort Hotel: 1 800 2233 20, www.ein-gedi.co.ilSpecial camping accommodation Ein Gedi “Sea of Spa” during the festival. Tel: (08) 658 4444 Tamar Music Festival: Tel: (02) 6222333, www.tamarfestival.co.il

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SHoPPING & FASHIoNThe following index is a short sample of Israel's best shopping establishments. You are welcome to send us your personal recommendations to mailto:[email protected]

COUNTRY - WIdE

Fine Jewelry

H.SternIn all major hotels H.Stern is one of the best-known international jewelers with boutiques at all major hotels. Hilton Tel Aviv, (03) 5249616, David Citadel,Jerusalem, (02) 6243606, Hilton Queen of Sheba Promenade Eilat, (08) 6331525 & Ben Gurion Airport.

MillerA special selection of models anddesigns by world’s most famousjewelry designers and a uniquevariety of own crafted jewels. Forstore locations see ad on page 3.Main store: 157 Dizengoff St. Tel:Tel (03) 5249383.

Fashion

GottexA wide selection of swim and beach wear. Main store, 62 Anilevitch St. Tel Aviv. Tel. (03) 5373879 www.gottex.com

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Fashion

YaldutiInfants and children’s fashion34 Basel St. Tel. (03) 5465694

Mother LandExclusive importer maternity wear,strollers, prams and more.38 Basel St. Tel. (03) 5460611www.motherland.co.il

Accessories

MenifaGlass works, jewelry, ethnic works1 Alkalai St. Tel. (03) 6054505

Daniella Lehavi Leather bags and shoes by top Israeli designer34 Basel St. Tel. (03) 5440573www.daniellalehavi.com

Hagar SatatJewelry37 Basel St., Tel (03) 6023718

Souvenirs

Del-ArteColorful home accessories

9 Ashtori HaFarchi St.Tel (03) 5466993www.del-arte.co.il

Khalifa ShoesThe largest selection in the world of Teva Naot. 44 Jaffa St. (corner of Rav Kook St., Opposite the Zion Square), Jerusalem.Sun. – Thurs. 8:30am – 7:30pm, Fri. 8:30am – 2:30pm.Tel: (02) 6257027www.khalifashoes.com

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Fashion

AXELADesigner clothing, bathing suits, handbags, accessories and more... 96 Ben Yehuda St. Tel. (03) 5275371, 077-2012530

Caf’e BizarreStreet fashion and accessories150 Ben Yehuda St.www.cafebizarre.co.il

OLIVIAElite fashion for women218 Ben Yehuda St., Tel. (03) 6044197

Inn7Premium street wear brands177 Ben Yehuda St., Tel. (03) 6201022

Accessories

Déjà VuDesigners Eyewear121 Ben Yehuda St.Tel. (03)5275278

Shell YaellContemporary shell craft design187 Ben Yehuda St.

Souvenirs

Raphael'sOriginal handmade crafts by talented Israeli designers. 94 Ben Yehuda St. Tel. (03) 5273619

Beauty

AHAVAHiton Hotel (Lobby) Hayarkon Street – Gan Haatzama’ut Tel. (03) 5220120

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ANACONDA BAG1,790 NISAn original design by Einat Skalski.Handmade in leather.Skalski Leather Boutique.19 Aboulafia St.Tel: (03) 6834505www.skalskidesign.com

Original Hunters399 NISHunter Boots fromScotland. Available atAXELA Boutique.96 Ben YehudaStreet.Tel: (03) 6834505

FLAM Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve 2006783 NIS for a case of six.Free delivery to your hotel.Tel: (02) 9929923www.flamwinery.com

GURHAN by Miller24K Gold Gurhan bracelets 6,090 NIS24K Gold Gurhan spiral earrings 11,420 NISExclusive to Miller Stores around the country. (see ad on page 3), Tel: (03) 5249383www.miller.co.il

Tommy Hilfiger H2 Model -Automatic1,795 NISTimesQuare, Kikar Hamedina,62 Hey Be'IyarTel: (03) 6040767www.timesquare.co.il

Lacoste Ladies Watch1,195 NISTimesQuare, Kikar Hamedina,62 Hey Be'IyarTel: (03) 6040767www.timesquare.co.il

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Excellent selection of books and functional designs, Tel. (03) 5220249

Antiquariat – M.PollakIsrael’s oldest and most renownedfirm (1899) for antique maps andprints of the Holy Land. Lithographsand etching from 16th century;Art Deco, Jewish art, antiquarianand rare books. King George St. Tel. (03) 5281336, 5288613.

MAZAL TOVIsraeli gifts and jewelry to bringback home with you. Starts from 1$[full VAT refund].159 Dizengoff st., Tel Aviv.

GaN hahaShMal

The Gan Hahashmal (Electricity Garden) lies between the streets of Allenby, Yehuda Halevy, Barzilay & Hahashmal. This is where you will find a concentration of cutting-edge boutiques, studios of apparel and accessory designers.

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ShineIsraeli women’s designer 12 HaRakevet St. Tel. (03) 5601658

Tel. (03) 5298536www.davidsassoon.co.il

Dorin FrankfurtIsraeli women’s designer164 Dizengoff St.Tel. (03) 5270379www.dorinf.com

ImumaUnique handmade shoes by Israeli designers. 114 Dizengoff St. Tel. 077-4430632

Salon MalkaWide selection of swim and beach wear. 160 Dizengoff St. Tel. (03) 5228558

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AmaroJewelry 226 Dizengoff St.,Tel. (03) 5242479

Dori CsengeriHand embroidered jewelry – featured in Vogue Magazine242 Dizengoff St. Tel. (03) 6043273www.doricsengeri.com

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Bauhaus Center99 Dizengoff St.

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BANKERIsraeli designers and imported men and women’s fashion210 Dizengoff St. Tel. (03) 5290358

Banot – Loulou LiamIsraeli women’s designer 212 Dizengoff St. Tel. (03) 5291175

Block 190Trendy international premium brand store 190 Dizengoff St., Tel. (03) 5279951

Claude SamuelSupremely elegant eyewear17 Dizengoff St. Tel: (03) 6208882

Claudette ZoreaIsraeli women’s designer 236 Dizengoff St., Tel. (03) 542447

Couple OfWomen’s shoe designers207 Dizengoff St., Tel.(03) 6044451

David SassonMen’s fashion170 Dizengoff St.

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Ruby StarJewelryLevontin 28 St. Tel. 077-5606500

TESHandbag designer12 HaRakevet St.Tel. (03) 5601482www.teschic.com

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Tifa-ArtsImprinted Art – Leather accessories,ceramics and glass works and more.2 Levontin St. Tel: 052-2660250, 052-2369606www.tifa-arts.com

KiKar haMediNaHe BeEyar St., Hamedina Square.

The most exclusive shopping district in Israel where you will find the biggest fashion name brands – from Bulgari to Armani

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AmorFashion and accessories designed by the best: Valentino, Fendi, D&G,

etc 6 and 74 He BeEyar St.Tel. (03) 6967587, 6956533

Helga DesignImported premium brands for women 12 Heh B’Iyar St.Tel. (03) 6955488

MikaLeather wear for women48 Heh B’Iyar St.Tel. (03) 5468150

TACTICImported premium brands for men and women 32 Heh B’Iyar St., Tel. (03) 6967173

AdaHandbags, Accessories, Clothing6 Heh B’Iyar St., Tel. (03) 6956701

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TimesQuareWatch Boutique62 Heh B’Iyar St., Tel. (03) 6040767

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Green VurcelSilversmiths & Jewelers52 Heh B’Iyar St., Tel. (03) 5465661

Blue BandanGifts, Housewares52 Heh B’Iyar St., Tel. (03) 6021686

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Nachalat Binyamin BazaarColorful arts and crafts bazaarcombined with street theatre,musicians and jugglers. This is an excellent place to shop for unique gifts. Tues: 9.30am-5.30pm, Fri: 9am-4pm

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Skalski Leather BoutiqueOriginal designs of fine leather accessories, bags, purses and belts.19 Aboulafia St.Tel: (03)6834505www.skalskidesign.com

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Fashion Sigal DekelIsraeli designer for women’s fashion 15 Achva St. (on the corner of Shabazi St.), Tel. (03) 5165224

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TIMESQUARE | He Be'Iyar 62, KIKAR HAMEDINA | Tel: 03-6040767 | www.timesquare.co.il

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Tel Aviv’s old port (“Namal Tel Aviv” in Hebrew), dating back to 1936, has been renovated into a trendy complex where you can shop and eat; at night, go clubbing or bar hopping. www.namal.co.il

Fashion

Comme il fautFashion House - “EmpoweringWomen” is the basic statementreflected in comme il faut’s BayitBanamal, a shopping center focused on women’s needs. Hangar 26, Tel (03)6041025www.comme-il-faut.com

Factory 54Trendy international premium brand Hangar 9, Tel. (03) 6041711

Accessories

IditJewelry and Judaica designs1 Yordei Hasira, Tel. (03) 5440067www.iditjewelry.com

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I.D.C Israel Diamond CenterThe largest selection diamonds and jewelry at wholesale prices. Gemological certificate and international guarantee for each item. All purchases are tax-exempt with 16.5% VAT refund.1 Jabotinsky St. Ramat-Gan. Fora free pick-up from your hotel callTel. (03) 5757979.

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Running from the Agron Street junction to Jaffa Gate, the avenue provides visitors with ancient landscapes and spectacular views of the Old City and acts as a bridge between modern and ancient. The avenue features renovated 19th century buildings, street theater performances and designer shops with cafes and restaurants interspersed throughout the way.

Souvenirs

Israel Government Coins and MedalsThis store carries special commemorative medals, watches, various framed memorabilia, and modern and ancient coins and jewelry. Open Sunday-Thursday 9 am-6 pm, Friday 9 am-1 pm. Mamilla Mall (near Jaffa Gate), Jerusalem. Tel.(02) 625-9294. www.coins.co.il.

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AHAVAAlrov Mamilla AvenueTel.(02) 6243929

Accessories

Agas and TamarJewelry 43 Shabazi St. Tel. (03) 5168421

MishkafayimEyewear boutique14 Shabazi St., Tel. (03)5166202

Ayala BarJewelry36 Shabazi St. Tel. (03) 5100082

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BadimExquisite textile shop42 Shabazi St. Tel. (03) 5164269

SheiNKiN Street

Hip Sheinkin St. is packed withindy designer shops, boutiques,music and sidewalk cafes.

Fashion StoryTrendy international premium brand store, 60 Sheinken St. Tel. (03) 560391

Hashmal 15Street fashion, 34 Sheinkin St., Tel. (03) 6291119

Accessories

Michal NegrinRomantic, imaginary colorful jewelry by world-wide known Israeli designer 37 Sheinkin St. Tel. (03) 5252752www.michalnergin.com

URBANIXUrban art gallery & shop45 Sheinkin St. Tel. (03)-5250601

Ein Bokek Beach Ein Ha’tchelet Shopping Mall Dead Sea – Israel, Tel. (08) 9952073Massada Mountain Tel: (08) 6584319/27

AHAVA Visitor CenterDead Sea Laboratories Plant Tel. (02) 9945117, (02) 9945123 Fax. (02) 9945122

MachaNe yehuda MarKet Yafo Street This lively Jewish market is bursting with the ripest and tastiest fruits and vegetables, as well as a multitude of household goods. It is busiest on Friday afternoon, when people are preparing for the Sabbath. Open Sunday-Thursday 6:30 am-7 pm, Friday 6:30 am-mid-afternoon. Jaffa Road, Jerusalem

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Open-air pedestrian mall is positioned on the downtown Jerusalem forming a triangle with King George Street and Jaffa Road.

ChomiHand picked items from Israel’s top designers for the discerning shopper.10 Bazelel St. Tel. (02) 6253379

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Claire FashionCharming boutique located close to the Old City in the upscale neiberhood of Baka, near the German Colony. The owners, a Parisian couple, offer imports from France, Italy and England as well as Israeli made garments. 54 Derech Beit lechem St. Tel. (02)6232833

Souvenirs

Hutsot HayotzerJerusalem artists display their creations in this art center. Open Sunday-Thursday 10 am-5 pm, Friday 10 am-2 pm. Across the street from Jaffa Gate, Jerusalem. www.hutzot-hayotzer.com.

Khader M. Baidun and SonsCovering nearly an entire block and includes beautiful jewelry, well-preserved Bronze Age jugs and other antiquities. Daily 10:30 am-4 pm. 20 Via Dolorosa, Old City, Jerusalem. Tel. (02) 6261469. www.baidun.com.

Palestinian PotteryEast Jerusalem shop features a fine selection of pottery crafted by the Balian family, whose works have been exhibited all over the world, including Washington D.C.’s Smithsonian Museum. Open Monday-Saturday 9 am-4 pm. 14 Nablus Road, Jerusalem. Tel. (02) 6282826. www.palestinianpottery.com.

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The index of restaurants listed below is a mere taste of the culinary experience that Israel has to offer. These establishments represent our selection of eateries that are really worth a visit. If you wish to add to this list with a personal recommendation, feel free to drop us an email on: [email protected]

price levelS:Inexpensive - up to NIS 70 Moderate - NIS 80 to 150High - NIS 160 and up

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Sakura - JapaneseA tiny gem; authentic Japanese restaurant, favoured by Japanese ex-pats. Sun-Sat noon-midnight, 79 King George St, Tel. (03) 6212900, Price Level: Moderate

Juz & LozThe famously Lesbian chefs make superb dishes from whatever they find fresh in the Carmel Market. The menu is hand-typed in Hebrew only. Intimate, warm atmosphere with candlelight, flea-market furniture and Arab pop music. Sun-Thur. 12.30 pm – 3.30 pm, 6.30 pm -3 am, 51 Yehuda Halevi StReservations not accepted – and there’s always a queue, Tel (03) 5606385, Price Level: Moderate

NanouchkaAuthentic Georgian (Eastern Europe) restaurant. After 10.30 pm it becomes a crowded bar scene with excellent DJs. Sun-Sat. noon – last customer 28 Lilienblum St, Tel. (03) 5162254Price Level: Moderate

SheilaTrendy Sheila combines excellent cuisine and an easy, bar-style ambience. Sun-Thur. 7pm-midnight, Fri-Sat 1pm-midnight, 182 Ben Yehuda St Reservations recommended Tel. (03) 5221224, Price Level: Moderate

TapeoTapas bar Sun-Sat. 19.00-last customer, Haarbaa 16, Reservations recommended, Tel. (03) 6240484, Price Level: Moderate

Nana BarA romantic bistro with a charmingpatio and a private room thatbecomes a lively bar towards thesmaller hours of the night. Sun-Sat noon-1.00am. 1 Ahad Ha’amSt, Neve Tzedek, Reservations recommended, Tel. (03) 5161915Price Level: Moderate

Sushi Samba - Japanese fusionThe Tel-Aviv branch of the successfulrestaurant chain. Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian cuisine. Sun-Fri noon-1.00am, Sat 11am-1.00 am, 27 HaBarzel St, Ramat HaChayal.Reservations only, Tel. (03) 6444345Price Level: High

Thai HouseAuthentic Thai cuisine. Sun-Sat.noon-midnight. 8 Bograshov St, Reservations optional, Tel. (03) 5178568, Price Level: Moderate

Yakimono - upscale JapaneseSun-Fri-noon-5.00pm, noon-12.30am, Sat. noon-12.30am, 19 Rothschild Blvd, Reservations only, Tel. (03) 5175171,Price Level: High

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148 Ben Yehuda St. Tel Aviv, Tel. 03-5248818Si mangia come in Italia

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Open Daily 10am-1am (Friday until 7pm)Marina Tel-Aviv Hotel, 167 Hayarkon St.

(Entrance from Kikar Atarim)Reservations: 052-6065555

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ERNESTO Discover “Little Italy” in the heart of Tel Aviv. Ernesto is a simple and unpretentious neighborhood family-run restaurant and combined with its lively atmosphere and delicious authentic Roman cuisine, makes for a genuine and truly enjoyable culinary experience.

In 1997 Uri Ernesto Marcheria arrived in Israel from Rome and literally brought with him a taste of the old country. A favorite haunt amongst locals of Italian descent and tourists, you can’t go wrong following these diners who know the real thing when they see and taste it.

In 2006 Ernesto received the honor of being recognized by the I Ristoranti Dell'Accademia Italiana della Cucina Guida, the Italian Academy of Cuisine.

The house recommendations includes for starters Fiori di Zucca Fritti; fried zucchini flowers filled with mozzarella cheese and for main meals enjoy Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe; with a Pecorino romano cheese and black pepper sauce or Coda Alla Vaccinara; ox tail with celery in a tomato sauce.

The excellent fare, the provincial décor, the homely ambience, the unforgettable and endearing restaurateur skills of the owner, not to mention the surprisingly inexpensive prices (Business lunch from 29 NIS), make Ernesto your “Primo” dining choice.

90 Ben Yehuda St.(located between Gordon & Mapu), Tel AvivOpen daily from noon.For reservations call (03) 5273394

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Caffe Tazza D’oroA charming café with good food andthe best coffee in town. Sun-Fri 7.30am-midnight, Sat 8.30am- midnight, 6 Ahad Ha’am St, Neve Tzedek. No Reservations required, Tel. (03) 5166329Price Level: Inexpensive-Moderate

AdoraMediterranean cuisine by the youngand promising Chef Avi Biton. Mon-Thur. noon-5pm, 7pm-midnight, Fri.noon-4pm, 9pm-midnight, Sat. 9am-5pm, 7pm-midnight. 226 Ben Yehuda St, Reservations only, Tel. (03) 6050896, Price Level: Moderate

Brasserie M&RTel Aviv’s most popular brasserie is a consistent favorite with the critics 70 Ibn Gvirol St, Dinner Reservations recommended, Tel. (03) 6967111Price Level: Moderate

DallalWell-prepared, imaginative comfort

food served in an elegantly renovated Ottoman-era home.Sun-Sat. noon-midnight. Kol IsraelHaverim St (corner of Shabazi St), Neve Tzedek Reservations recommended, Tel. (03) 5109292Price Level: Moderate

Fish & Seafood

Beni HaDayag(Beni the fisherman)Middle Eastern salads (mezze) and a variety of fish and meat, always grilled to perfection.Sun-Sat. 10am-1.00am. 1Yorday HaSira St, Tel Aviv Port, Reservations optional ,Tel (03) 5440518, Price Level: Moderate

Carmela BaNachalaThe beautifully renovated, early twentieth-century building is the perfect setting for the chef’s Mediterranean cuisine. Sun-Thurs. noon-11pm, Fri 9am-9pm, Sat 10am-10pm. 46 HaTavor St, (on the outskirts of the Carmel Market) Reservations recommended, Tel (03) 5161417, Price Level: High

ChloelysLocated in Ramat-Gan’s diamond district, 5 minutes’ from Tel Aviv, this exclusive chef’s restaurant is one of the best fish restaurants in Israel. Sun-Fri noon – 11.30 pm, Sat. noon – 4 pm 16 Abba Hillel St, Ramat GanReservations only, Tel. (03) 5752445www.chlolys.rest-e.co.il, Price Level: High

Fortuna Del MarWith its fabulous location and array of exciting dishes, this restaurant offers a memorable seaside dining experience. Open daily. 9.30 am – 11pm 14 Peri Eliezer St (TelAviv’s marina, near the Carlton Hotel)Reservations recommended.Tel. (03) 5236730, Price Level: Moderate

Manta RayOne of the most popular restaurants in Tel Aviv, this excellent seafood restaurant is famous for its opening mezze (Mediterranean appetizers) Open Daily. 9am-midnightAlma Beach (by the Etzel HouseMuseum parking lot), Reservations only, Tel. (03) 5174773, Price Level: Moderate-High

Mul YamThe restaurant creative kitchenoffers fine plates using premium seaproducts from around the world. Thefirst and only Israeli restaurant to beincluded in Les Grandes TablesDu Monde. Sun-Fri. 12.30 pm-3.30 pm, 7.30 pm-11pm Sat. 1.00pm-4.00 pm 7.30 pm-11 pm, Hangar 24, Tel Aviv Port, Reservations only, Tel. (03) 5469920, Price Level: High

TurqouiseChanging menu with local andimported fish and seafood, good winemenu and attentive staff has madethis restaurant a favorite. Sun-Thurs. 10am-midnight, Fri-Sat. 9.30am-midnight. 6 Rosenblum Herzl St, Sea& Sun Complex Reservations only Tel (03) 6996370, Price Level: Moderate-High

French

MessaOne of the most beautiful restaurantsin Israel with an impressive white on-white dining room and an equallylavish all-black bar. This Levantinechef’s kitchen evokes the flavors ofthe Middle East with fancy continentalflourishes. Sun-Sat. noon -3.30 pm, 7 pm-12 am 19 HaArba’a St, Reservations only, Tel. (03) 6856859, Price Level: High

Yoezer Wine BarLocated in an Ottoman-era Jaffa building, Yoezer has one of the most comprehensive wine menus in Israel.

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French-inspired cuisine. Sun-Fri. 12.30pm-1.00am, Sat 11.00 am-1.00 pm, 2 Yoeser IshHabira, Jaffa (near the Clock Tower). Reservations recommended, Tel. (03) 6839115Price Level: High

Italian

BelliniThe Bellini restaurant is located in the Suzanne Dellal Centre, in Neve Tzedek. It features a selection of antipasti and classical Italian starters, followed by dishes starring pasta, fish, meat and seafood.Open Daily from noon to midnight. 6 Yechieli st. Suzanne Dellal Centre, Neve Tzedek, Tel Aviv.For reservations (03)5178486

CantinaAn Italian restaurant that is a hangout for local celebs, Sun-Sat noon-midnight. 71 Rothschild Blvd. Reservations only, Tel. (03) 6205051, Price Level: Moderate-High

ErnestoA great authentic Italian restaurant with a charming balcony for outdoor sitting. 90 Ben Yehuda St. Tel: (03)5273394, Price Level: Inexpensive-Moderate

Herbert SamuelJonathan Roshfeld’s elegant restaurant is a critics’ favourite Sun-Sat. 12.30pm- 12.30am. 6 Koifman St, Reservations onlyTel. (03) 5166516, Price Level: High

Osteria da Fiorella The first and most authentic Italian in town. 148 Ben Yehuda St. Reservation recommended. Tel: (03)5248818

ProntoTop recommendation for fine northern Italian cuisine, Sun-Sat. 12.30pm-1.00am. 26 Nachmani St, Reservations recommended, Tel (03) 5660915, Price Level: High

Tony VespaExcellent “Rome Style” rectangularshaped pizza slices sold by weight.Sun-Sat. noon-2am. 267 Dizengoff St (03) 5460000, Price Level: Inexpensive

TotoCritics love the Mediterranean-influenced cuisine at this airy, stylish restaurant, Sun-Sat. noon-midnight. 4 Berkovitch St (behind the Tel Aviv Museum of Art), Reservations only, Tel (03) 6935151, (03) 6935152, Price Level: High

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BrunoMediterranean cuisine with an openkitchen and a great view.Sun-Thur 12 pm-4.00.pm, 7.00.pm-11 pm, Azrieli Center, 3rd floorReservations recommended, Tel. (03) 6093030, Price Level: High

LilitMeat dishes with Californian and Mediterranean influences. The restaurant hires and trains at risk youth from disadvantaged backgrounds. Sun-Thur noon - 11pm, Fri 11am-4.00 pm, Sat-8.00 pm-11p.m, 4 Weizmann St (AsiaHouse)Reservations only, Tel. (03) 6091331, Price Level: High

Shmulik CohenTraditional dishes that your Polish grandmother used to make.Mon-Thu 10am-10pm, Friday till 4pm. 146 Herzl St Tel. (03) 6810222Price Level: InexpensivePashaTurkish and Kurdish cuisineSun-Thur. noon-midnight, Fri. 12p,-5pm, Sat. 8pm-1am, 8 HaArba’a StTel. (03) 5617778, Price Level: Inexpensive-Moderate

Meat

A Place for MeatTrue to its name – a carnivore’sheaven serving the finest cuts of

home-aged meat.Mon-Sat. noon-16pm, 7pm-midnight, 64 Shabazi St, Neve Tzedek, Reservations optional, Tel (03) 5104020, Price Level: Moderate-High

BoccaccioMediterranean-Italian cuisineAn intimate dining experience witha glimpse of the sea. Sun-Sat.noon-midnight. 106 Hayarkon St (infront of Dan Hotel). Reservations recommended, Tel (03) 03.5246837Price Level: Moderate

CharcuterieHome-made sausages and fine meatdishes complemented by the oldmarket streets of beautiful Jaffa, Mon-Sat. noon-5pm, 7pm-2am, 3 Rabbi Hanina St, Jaffa, Reservations only, Tel (03) 6828843Price Level: Moderate-High

Stefan BraunLevantine-style kebabs and salads served in a romantic, Ottoman-style setting, Sun-Sat. noon-2am, 99 Allenby St (in the courtyard), Reservations recommended, Tel (03) 5604725, Price Level: Moderate

Mid-Eastern

Abu HassanOne of the most famous hummus joints in Israel Sun-Fri. 8am - till the hummus is finished (usually around 2pm), 1 HaDolphin St, Jaffa, Price Level: Inexpensive

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Dr. ShakshukaTripoli cuisine, with an emphasis on the baked egg-and-tomato dish called shakshuka Sun-Thur. 8am-midnight, Fri. 8am-5pm, Sat. 8pm-midnight,3 Beit Eshel, Jaffa, No reservations required, Price Level: Inexpensive

Pini BaHatzerFacing the beach where Jaffa and Tel Aviv meet, this restaurant serves Turkish and Kurdish cuisine. Enjoy the outside terrace at sunset.Sun-Sat.9am-11.30pm, 6 Nahum GoldmanBoardwalk, Jaffa. Reservations recommended Tel (03) 6822111Price Level: Moderate-High

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10 IdelsonDelicious pastries and cakes andexcellent (mostly fish& dairy) dishes,Sun-Sat 8am-midnight, 252 Ben Yehuda St, 117 Dizengoff St/ 57 Weitzman St, Price Level: Inexpensive-Moderate

Caffe Tazza D’oroA charming café with good food andthe best coffee in town.Sun-Fri. 7.30am-midnight, Sat 8.30am- midnight, 6 Ahad Ha’am St, Neve Tzedek. No Reservations required Tel (03) 5166329Price Level: Inexpensive-Moderate

ShineSlick and trendy, this café by day becomes a happening bar scene at night. Sun-Thur. 8.30am-12.30am, Fri8.30am-6pm, Sat 10am-12.30am,38 Shlomo HaMelech St Price Level: Inexpensive-Moderate

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SakuraSun-Sat. noon-midnight 31 Jaffa St, Reservations optional Tel. (02) 6235244Price Level: Moderate-high

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AdomWine bar with a good menu ofMediterranean meat and fish dishes.Sun-Fri. 12.30pm-4.30pm, 7pm-2am,Sat. 1pm-2am, 31 Jaffa StReservations optional 057.9382169Price Level: Moderate-High

ColonyIn an industrial building this bistro becomes a lively bar in the smaller hours. Sun-Sat. noon-last customer 7 Beit Lechem Rd. Tel. (02) 6729955Price Level: Moderate-high

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ChakraBar-restaurant serving upscale meat and fish dishes with an imaginative Mediterranean twiSt Sun-Sat.6pm-3am, 41 King George (under Cafe Joe) Reservations optional Tel. (02) 6252733Price Level: Moderate-High

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Dolphin YamA Jerusalem landmark for seafood.Sun-Sat. noon-1am. 9 Ben Shatach St Reservationsz recommended Tel. (02) 6232272Price Level: Moderate

French

ArcadiaOne of Israel’s top gourmetrestaurants, serving French cuisinein a beautifully renovated classicJerusalem stone building, Sun-Fri.12.30pm-3pm, 7pm-10.30pm, Sat.1pm-4pm, 10 Agrippas St (in thealley), Reservations only (02) 6249138, Price Level: High

Italian

CieloNorth Italian cuisine in an intimate atmosphere.Sun-Thur, Sat. 1pm-4pm, 6.30pm-11.30pm, Fri. 6.30pm-11.30pm, 18, Ben Sira St, Reservations only ,Tel. (02) 6251132Price Level: Moderate-High

ParadisoAn Italian café that is a Jerusalem establishment. Sun-Thur. noon-midnight, Fri. 10am- midnight, Sat. 11am-midnight, 36 Keren Hayesod St, No Reservations, Price Level: Moderate

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Buffalo SteakhouseA serious name for a serious game: the enthusiastic consumptions of thick slabs of deliciously seared animal flesh. Buffalo is next logical step in the fairly recent development of a genuine kosher steakhouse culture in Jerusalem. Sun.- Thur. 12am to Last Customer; Sat. One hour after sundown until Last Customer. 54 Emek Refaim st., German Colony, Jerusalem. Kosher/Rabbinate. Tel (02) 5611325 Price Level: Moderate EucalyptusBiblical - Israeli cuisine. Sun-Thur.12.30pm-11pm, Sat. 7.30pm-11pm7 Horcanus St , Reservations onlyTel. (02) 6232864Price Level: Moderate

La GutaFrench cuisine, Sun-Thur. 12.30pm-4pm, 6pm-11pm, Fri. 12.30pm-4pm,Sat. 7pm-midnight, 34 Beit Lechem

Way, Reservations only, Tel. (02) 6232322, Price Level: Moderate-High

Olive Occupying part of a Templar building midway down Emek Refaim Street is Olive, the quintessential Germany Colony restaurant, offering international-styled kosher meat menu with Mediterranean flair. Sun- Thu, 12:00 to midnight; Sat motzaei Shabbat to midnight. 36 Emek Refaim St., German Colony, Jerusalem. Kosher/Rabbinate, Tel (02)5611102 Price Level: Moderate

Olive & Fish Located on Jabotinsky Street right across the street from Liberty Bell Park and affording a view of Yemin Moshe’s famous windmill and the Old City, Olive & Fish specializes in various preparations of fish, beef. Non-carnivores might have to make do with soup and salad. Sun. -Thur., 12am to midnight; Saturday, one hour after sundown. 2 Jabotinsky St.,Yemin Moshe/Talbieh, Jerusalem.Kosher/Rabbinate, (02) 566-5020 Price Level: Moderate

Meat

Piero’s Table RestaurantIn this tiny joint with one table only,Piero has served for the past 40years a changing menu of greatmeat dishes. Sun-Thur 6pm-1am, Sat 8pm-1am. 82 Agrippas St Reservations only 054.6381687Price Level: Moderate

Mid-Eastern

Abu Shukri Lebanese RestaurantThe restaurant specializes in Middle Eastern cuisine, with a large verity of local meat specialties, including Palestinian-style chicken on a bed of rice, stuffed vegetables, Hummus and all the Arab salads you could

want (techina, tabouleh, moussaka) and more. Sun.- Fri. 9:30am until last customer; Sat. 9am to 9pm. 5 Ein Kerem St., Ein Kerem. (02) 643-9499 Price Level: Inexpensive

HERzLIYA & NETANYA

Asian

KyotoSun-Thur. 12.30pm-4pm, 7pm-1am,Fri-Sat. 1pm-1am, 7 Shenkar St, Herzilya Pituach, Reservations only Tel. (09) 9587770, Price Level: Moderate-High

Yakiniko TankaExclusive Japanese grill restaurantoffering a unique experience inprivate rooms each with a center grill. Diners cook their own cuts ofmeat or fish.Sun-Fri. 7pm-midnight, Sat.12.30pm-4pm, 7pm-midnight9 Maskit St, Herzilya PituachReservations only Tel. (09) 9580322Price Level: High

ZozobraSun-Sat. noon-midnight 7 Shenkar St, Herzilya Pituach, Reservations optional Tel. (09) 9577077 Price Level: Moderate

Bistro

RoccaBeautiful sea-front location onHerzliya, Sun-Sat. noon-midnight8 Ramat Yam St, Hertzilya PituachReservations recommendedTel. (09) 9515122Price Level: Moderate-HighSebastianSun-Thur. 8am-2am, Fri. 9am-3am,Sat. 9am-2am, 33 Maskit St, Herzilya Pituach, Reservations recommendedTel. (09) 9513939, Price Level: ModerateSegevSun-Sat. 7pm-1am 16 Shenkar St,

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to Moshav Tavor and the Kinneret) Reservations recommended 054.2185530Price Level: Moderate-High

HaTachana (The Station) One of the best steak restaurants in Israel. People make special trips up north just to eat here.Sun-Sat. noon-midnight, 10 HaRishonim, Metulla, Reservations recommended, Tel (04) 6944810Price Level: Moderate-High

EILAT & SOUTH

Bistro

JosephineThe best French cuisine in town.Mon-Sat. 6pm-midnight, 3 Eilat St, Reservations recommendedTel (08) 6323787, Price Level: Moderate-High

Asian

Yakimono (kosher)A kosher Japanese restaurantlocated on the 12th floor of the Hilton Sheba HotelSun-Thur 4pm-midnight, Sat 7.30pm-midnight, 8 Antib St (Hilton Sheba Hotel), Reservations recommended, Tel. (08) 6306793, Price Level: Moderate-High

Fish & Seafood

Edi’s Hiding PlaceSun-Sat 6pm-midnight, 8 Eilat St Reservations optional, Tel (08) 6371137, Price Level: Moderate

Kosher

LawrenceThe best gourmet kosher cuisine in Eilat.Sun-Thur, Sat. 7pm-11pmNorth Promenade, Herods VitalsHotel Reservations recommendedTel (08) 6380115, (08) 6380000Price Level: Moderate-High

LaloHomey little restaurant servinglunches only, Moroccan cuisine.Excellent couscous, fresh salads,spicy meatballs and stuffed sardines.Sun-Thur. 11.30am-5pm, 259 HaHorev St, No Reservations Tel (08) 6330578, Price Level: Inexpensive

Meat

PedroMon-Sat. 6pm-11pm 14 Ye-Elim Blvd (the old city center), Reservations recommended, Tel (08) 6379504Price Level: Moderate-High

Herzliya Pituach Reservations only Tel. (09) 9580410 KosherPrice Level: High

Fish & Seafood

Shuri-BuriSun-Sat. 12.30pm-12.30 am122 Medinat HaYehudim, HerzilyaPituach Reservations recommendedTel. (09) 9543194, (09) 9565115Price Level: Moderate

Yam-7Sun-Thur. 12.30pm-2am, Fri-Sat.1pm-2am 122 Ramat Yam St,Herzilya Pituach, Reservations optional, Tel. (09) 9566950Price Level: Moderate

Kosher

Meat and Wine Co.Kosher grilled meat complemented by a good selection of wines. Sun-Thur. noon-1am, Sat. 7.30pm-1am 15 Shenkar St, Herzilya Pituach Reservations recommendedTel. (09) 9567006, Price Level: Moderate

Italian

JoyaSun-Sat. noon-midnight, 9 Shenkar St, Herzilya Pituach, Reservations recommended, Tel. (09) 9566299Price Level: Moderate

Cafes

Max Brenner’s Chocolate BarDecadent desserts, homemade chocolate, excellent coffeeSun-Sat. 9am-2am, 8 Ha Menofim St, Herzilya Pituach, No Reservations needed, Price Level: Moderate

HAIFA & NORTH

Bistro

The Witch’s and the Milkman’sCasserole Perched on a high peak in the Golan, this restaurant serves excellentmeat / fish / diary casseroles. Idealfor cold winter dinners accompaniedby a good bottle of wine. Sun. 10am-11pm, Mon-Thur. noon-midnight, Sat. 10am-midnight

Moshav Nimrod Ramat Hagolan, Reservations highly recommended Tel (04) 6870049, Price Level: Moderate-High

Mid-Eastern Sela HaNotrimGourmet food with private dining at acharming Arab family. Minimum of 4 guests.Moshav Rama in the northern Galil Reservations Reservations only

Tel (04) 9986483, 050.5434454Price Level: Moderate-High

El RidaGood Levantine cuisine restaurantlocated in a beautifully renovatedold house.Sun-7pm-1am, Mon-Sat.1pm-1am 23 El Bishra St (across from the clock tower), NazarethReservations optional, Tel (04) 6084404, Price Level: Moderate

Fish & Seafood

Uri BuriOne of the most famous restaurants in Israel, Uri Buri serves imaginative fish dishes inspired by local produce. Sun-Sat. noon-11pm, HaHagana St (Lighthouse Courtyard) Akko (Old City) Reservations optional, Tel. (04) 9552212, Price Level: Moderate-High

Kosher

RobergMediterranean cuisine withinternational influences. The restaurant has a marvelous view of the Kinneret and the GolanHeights. Sun-Thur 12.30pm-10pm,Fri. 12.30pm-7pm Moshav LeBanim(neat the northern-west side of theKinneret) Reservations recommended, Tel. (04) 6715656Price Level: Moderate

Meat

MuskatGourmet dishes made from thefreshest products (the restaurantis supervising its own cattle farmand organic garden). A romanticdécor with a superb view. Mon-Fri.6.30pm-10pm, Sat. 1pm-midnight Mitzpe Haymim Spa Hotel, Rosh PinaReservations recommended, Tel. (04) 6994523, Price Level: High

LimousineOne of the best steak houses inIsrael. Mon-Sat. noon-1amIndustrial area (look for the signs), Ramat Yishay, Reservations recommended, Tel. (04) 9533173 Price Level: Moderate-High

Tzel HaTamar (Palm Tree’s shadow)Tranquil location offering primarilymeat and fish.Sun-Sat. noon-midnightAt the entrance to Kibbutz AshdotYa’acov, just outside Tiberias Reservations recommended Tel. (04) 6756688, Price Level: Moderate-High

KnaipeIn a small hut with 5 tables you willbe served a heavenly entrecote, homemade hummus and silky mashed potatoes. All cooking is done by Abraham, who functions as the owner, the cook and the waiter. Sun-Sat. 11am-noon Moshav Sharona (close

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pick of the month

Mikes Place Eveyone who is anyone knows Mikes Place! It is the venue in Tel Aviv for excellent live music free of charge 7 days a week. Mondays are open mic night for American Idol wannabees to take to the stage from 10.30pm. Tuesdays is open jam night and a chance to meet budding musicians and make sweet music. Wednesdays takes on a reggae theme with the band “The Good Vibe” rocking till the early hours. Thursday – Saturday night showcases rock and electro bands with Sunday taking an acoustic rock vibe. Mikes place is beautifully situated facing the sea, a stones throw from the seaside boardwalk offering daytime relaxation too with a large international menu including great burgers and tasty Tex Mex served all day till early hours.

86 Herbert Samuelwww.mikesplacebars.com11am – 5am daily

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Things to know before you go…Hours: Bars start at about 21:00; Clubs open at midnight and stay open until dawnDress Code: Casual and trendyReservation: Advance reservations for bars and clubs are not customary

TEL AVIV-YAFFO

Clubs

Cat and Dog23 Carlebach St

Zizi-TripoWorld’s best DJs in the trendiest dance club in Tel Aviv, Ages 25-35,Every Thursday from 10pm. 7 Carlebach St Tel. (03) 5611597

HaOman 17Mega dance club that hosts famous international DJs, 88 Abarbanel StTel. 03-6813636

MaximThe place to go on Friday nights (after 11 pm) 48 King George St

Dance Bars

Blackbook37 Menahem Begin Rd.

Hachalonot HaGvohim (High Windows)Stylish 3-floor mega bar 113 Ha’Hashmonaim StFor reservation Tel. 077-4000600

Irish Pubs

Mike’s PlaceHerbert Samuel 86Tel. 054-9292552, 054-9292551

Molly Bloom’s2 Mendele St (corner of Hayarkon)

Leo Bloom’s Ziv Towers, 24 Raoul Wallenberg StTel. (03) 6482126

Local Bars

Peacock14 Marmorek St. Tel. (03) 6868259

Pinxos - tapas bar57 Nahalat Binyamin StTel. (03) 566505

Cerveza174 Dizengoff St. Tel. (03) 5293277

Nanouchka – Georgian food28 Lilienblum StTel. (03) 5162254

Levontin 7 – ultra-hip bar & performance space7 Levontin St. Tel. (03) 5655084www.myspace.com/levontine7

Saloona17 Tirza St (Noga Quarter)Jaffa Tel. (03) 5181719

Lounge

223Trendy bar owned by six star bartenders that have managed some of the city’s top places offering specialty cocktails223 Dizengoff StTel. (03) 5446537

AbraxasCrowded lounge-bar with live performances and star DJs and a pool table on the second floorLilinblum 40Tel. (03) 5104435

Apartment 98A hip bar designed like a residential apartment Dizengoff 98 Tel. (03) 5228697

ChamaraAn upscale bar located in Raphael (5-star restaurant)Hayarkon 87, Tel. (03) 5226464

Marina Roof Bar & Pool167 Hayarkon St. Tel for reservation: Tel. 052-7335555

Messa BarExclusive, stylish & intimate, extension of Messa (5-star restaurant) 19 Ha’arba’a StTel. (03) 6856859

Sublet6 Koifman St. (Second floor, above Herbert's Samuels restaurant)Reservation recommended: Tel. 052-3058686

Whisky a Go-GoTel Aviv Port Tel. (03) 5440633

Wine Bars

Jajo VinoSmall, chic and stylish44 Shabazi StTel. (03) 5100620 , (03) 5164557

Wine BarAn intimate wine bar with

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excellent food15 Montefiore St Tel. (03) 5102923

70 PilimWine/liquor shop with a charming bar below70 Bograshov St Tel (03) 6291777

JERUSALEM

Dance Bars

1717 Haoman St. Tel. (02) 6781658

Irish Pubs

GlasgowHot new place offering an intimate atmosphere 11 Shlomzion Hamalka St Tel. 054-2512712KOSHER

Local Bars

Yehoshua18 Ben Sira StTel. (02) 6246076

Lounge Bars

Izen7 Beit Lechem Rd., Old train station compound, Tel. (02) 6733215

The LabHip performance / exhibition space for live music & art, 28 Hebron Rd., Old train station, Tel. (02) 6292000KOSHER

BirmanLive performances are held every evening. Great Middle Eastern kitchen 8 Dorot Rishonim StTel. (02) 6236115

ShlomtziTrendy venue with two massive bars 8 Shlomzion Hamalka StTel. (02) 6254999KOSHER

Clubs

UltrasoundThe biggest club around with leading DJs, Kibbutz Yagur

Luna5 Hamam El Pasha St Haifa

Local Bars

Barbarosa8 Pika St, AhuzaTel. (04) 872198818:30 - Last Customer

Strip Bar

Open nightlyfrom 11 pm

7 days a week

Tel: 050-5-909707050-7-714071

3 Yordei Hasira st

Tel Aviv

Frangelico132 Moria RdTel. (02) 8248839

Maidler’s Pub126 Moria Rd. Tel (02) 8248754

MorrisonYefe Nof , Carmel CenterTel. (04) 8383828

Stella60 Moria Rd. Tel. (02) 8112000

Lounge bars

Beit HaBira16 Hanasi St, Carmel CenterTel. 050-8229750

EILAT

Ice Space-7°C ice bar, sculptures and slide. Scheduled events for groups, tours, and parties, Yam Suf Tower Spiral House, Tel (08) 6332225 Sun – Sat 10 pm – 2 am

Clubs

BlancoKing Salomon Hotel, King Salomon’s Promenade, Tel. (08) 6364444

HaTa’asiya 544 HaMasger St (industrial zone)

Irish Pubs

Paddy’sTourist center on the northern promenade, 8 Beit HaGesher StTel (08) 6376237, 057-8834066Sun-Sat midnight-4am

3 MonkeysThe best place to meet fellow visitors from abroad Royal Beach HotelTel (08) 6368888Sun-Sat: 21:00- last customer Lounge Bars

Park AvenueOfira’s Park, 20 Tarshish StTel (08) 6333303, (08) 6338343Sun-Sat: 6 pm – 4 am

Metta BarTourist center on the northern promenade, 8 Beit HaGesher StTel: 050-7955819, 057-5503636

Red BarTourist center on the northern promenade, 8 Beit HaGesher StTel :052-5779910

pick of the month

Bubble – Fast & Addictive

Need a quick fix after a night.... then nip down to the newest fast food craze in Tel Aviv, The Bubble English Muffin. With one year of research and

development to find the perfect muffin Bubbles, a new fast food outlet, offers a rich verity of combinations such as the Egg Benedict, Entrecote, Burger or Antipasti Muffin each for under 30 shekels! For the more health conscious the whole wheat Health bubble comes with egg white, skinny cheese and vegetables. Having opened 4 months ago Bubbles plans to open a chain throughout Israel so soon we will all be able to get our mits on their muffins!

Sun-Thu 10am – 4am, Fri & Sat 11am – 4am, 12 Herzel St. Tel Aviv, Tel: (03) 5106136

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Major HotelsBat Yam [03]Sun Hotel 5532553Armon Yam 5522424PRIVATEMercure Suites 5550555Bat Yam 5064373

Eilat [08]Agamin 6300300Orchidea 6360360Ambassador 6382222Americana 6333777Golden Tulip 6363636Dalia 6334004Dan Eilat 6362222Dan Panorama 6389999Holyday Inn Express 6367777Holyday Inn Patio 6364364Crown Plaza 6367777Hilton Queen of Sheba 6306666The Red Sea Hotel 6372171King Solomon 6363444The Princess 6365555Herods 6380000Vista 6303030Laguna 6366666Magic sunrise Club 6305333Magic Palace 6369999Meridian 6383333Marina Club 6334191Nova 6382444Neptune 6369369Central Park 6388444Sport 6303333Siesta 6382333Palamira 6366000New Caesar 6305555Club Inn 6385555Club Hotel 6361666Club-Med Eilat 6350000Carlton Prima 6388555Royal Garden 6386666Royal Beach 6368888Riviera 6303666Shalom Plaza 6366777Sheraton Moriah 6361111

Haifa [04]CarmelForest 8307888Dan Carmel 8303030Dan Panorama 8352222Maridian 8508888Shulamit 8342811Nof 8354311

Herzliya [09]Marine Heights 9508787Dan Accaddia 9597070Daniel 9528282Ocean suites 9616222

Jerusalem [02]7 Rainbows 6277555Ambasador 5828515Ariel 5689999Caesar 5005656Holiday Inn C.P. 6588888Dan Panorama 5695695Dan Pearl 6226666Eldan 5679777Four Points 6558888

Har Zion 5689555Hilton 6211111Inbal Hotel 6756666Hyatt Gegency 5331234Jer. Gate 5002225Jer. Tower 6209209King David 6208888King Solomon 5695555Mercure 5002225Neve Ilan 5339339Novotel 5327232Park Plaza 6582222Prima Kings 6201201Ritz 6273233Renaissance 6599999Saint George 6277232Shalom 6752222Sheraton Plaza 6298666

Netanya [09]Blue Weiss 8603939 Boutique Hotel Mizpe Yam 8623730 Galey Tsanz 8621777Galil Hotel 8624455Grand Yahalom 8624888Independence 8622562Koresh 8613555Karmel 8601111King Solomon 8338444 Margoa 8624434Metropol Grand 8624777Orit 8616818Orly Plaza 8333091Palace 8620222Park 8623344Residence Beach 8301111 Shefayim 9595577The Green Beach 8656166The Seasons 8601555

Tel Aviv [03]Abratel 5169966Alexander 5452222Adiv 5229141Ambassador 5103993Ami Days Inn 5249141Basel 5207711Carlton 5201818Center 6296181Cinema 5207100Crown Plaza 5201111City 5246253Dan Panorama 5190190Dan 5202525David inter-Cont. 7951111Grand Beach 5433333Hilton 5202222Isrotel Tower 5113636Lusky Suites 5163030Maxim 5173721Marina 5211777Metropolitan 5192727Sheraton Moriah 5216666 Sheraton City Tower 7544444Regency Suites 5173939Renaissance 5215555Shalom 5243277Sheraton 5211111Tal 5425500Olympia 5242184Yamit Park Plaza 5297111Vital 7770000

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Tourist Info.Offices BEN GURION AIRpORT Entrance Hall Tel. 03-9754260Opening hours: All the time (24/7)

JERUSALEM Jaffa Gate, Omar Katab Square in the Old City Tel.02-6280403; 02-6271422 Opening hours: Sun-Thu: 8:30am-5:00pm; Fri: 8:00am-1:30pm

NAzARETH Casanova st. Tel.04-6750555 Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 8:30am-5:00pm; Sat. 9:00am-1:00pm

TEL AVIV

Tel Aviv Tourism AssociationAddress: City Hall, 69 Ibn Gvirol st., Tel Aviv Tel.03-5218500Opening hours: Sun-Thu: 9:00am-2:00pm Tel Aviv Tourism Association

Tel Aviv Promanade, 46 Herbert Samuel st. Tel. 03-5166188 Opening hours: Sun-Thu: 9:30am-4:30pm

EILAT 8 Beit Hagesher st.Tel. 08-6309111 Opening hours: Sun-Thu: 8:00am-4:30pm

GOLAN P.O.Box 175, Katzerin 12990Tel.04-6962885 Opening hours: Sun-Thu: 8:30am-5:00pm ; Fri: 8:30am-1:30pm

TIBERIAS Habanim st. Archaeological Park Tel.04-6725666 Opening hours: Sun-Thu : 9:00 -16:00, Fri: 8:30 – 12:30

HAIFA

Haifa Tourist Association48 Ben Gurion st., The German Colony Tel. 1-800-305090 Opening hours: Sun-Thu: 9:00am-5:00pm :Fri: 09:00am-1:00pm ; Sat: 10:00am-3:00pm

CARMELIM Carmel Beach Regional Council Kibbutz Ein Carmel Tel. 04-8136239/40

NETANYA

12 Ha’atzmaut Square, Netanya Tel.1-700-709292 ; 09-8827286 Opening hours: Sun-Thu: 8:00am-4:00pm: Fri: 09:00am-12:00pm

Useful Information AIRpORT Ben-Gurion Airport information 03.9755555 or *6663

TRANSpORTION Railways information 03.5774000 or *5770 www.israrail.org.il

Bus – line Egged 03.6948888 or *2800, 03.9142000

Bus – Dan 03.6394444

pANORAMIC CITY TOURS

Tel Aviv (03) 6394444Jerusalem (050) 8422743Groups (052) 3572220

TAxI SERVICES

Tel Aviv [03]To Ben Gurion Airport 98711103Gordon 5272999Habima 5283131Kastel 6332253

Jerusalem [02]Hauma 5389999Beit Hakerem 5000101

Haifa [04]Carmelit 8664640Bialik 8713232Hanassi 9832053

TICkETS AGENCIES

Jerusalem [02]Bimot 6240896Klaim 6251624

Tel Aviv [03]Hadran 5279797Castel 6044725

Haifa [04]Gerber 8388011

24 HOUR HELp LINES Police 100First Aid 101Fire 102Dental Clinic 03.5239241Rape crisis center,Women 1202Rape crisis center, Men 1203

TAX REFUND

Tax Free ShoppingPlease be advised that as atourist in Israel you are entitledto receive a VAT refund forspecific purchases bought atstores participating in the VATRefund Program. The purchase amount in onetax invoice including VAT mustexceed $100. The goods mustbe purchased for personal useonly and must not be food,drink or tobacco products. Inorder to obtain the VAT refund,you should present the goods,together with the special invoicefor the purpose of VAT refund tothe official at the “Change PlaceCounter”.For further information and instructions on how to obtain this refund on your departure from Israel ,please call (02) 6664351.

Tourists Departing from Ben-Gurion AirportIf the goods are in your baggage to be checked in (not in your hand luggage), please present the goods at the “Change Place” counter located at Departure Gate Hall 32 prior to the check-in procedure. After the form has been stamped, you can continue with the check-in procedure. The refund will be handled at the "Change Place" counter in the Duty Free area.

Other Border PointsUpon arrival at the border terminal, please look for the “Change Place” counter in order to claim the VAT refund.

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