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Israeli Food Scene Highlights Pink Chocolate Shawarma, Cube-Shaped Croissants, and Red Tuna Specials
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First reported by N12 · 5 hours ago
What happened
Israel's food scene this week showcases creative dishes like pink chocolate shawarma and cube croissants, kosher Lucky Chicken in Kfar Yona, red tuna specials in Ototo restaurants, and summer menus by top chefs. Culinary events and festivals are also taking place across the country.
- 01Pink chocolate shawarma and cube-shaped croissants launched by Metuka chain for 17 shekels each.
- 02Lucky Chicken in Kfar Yona becomes kosher, expanding access to crispy chicken.
- 03Ototo restaurants in Rehovot and Gedera offer special red tuna dishes throughout July.
- 04Chef Rafi Cohen debuts summer menu at Kerem wine bar in Jerusalem.
- 05S.Pellegrino revives iconic Israeli restaurants for special dinners in Tel Aviv.
- 06Multiple free culinary festivals and events scheduled in the Sharon region this summer.
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