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Michelin-Starred Israeli Chef Matan Zaken Plans First Restaurant in Tel Aviv
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First reported by Mako · 32 minutes ago
What happened
Israeli Michelin-starred chef Matan Zaken is set to open his first restaurant in Tel Aviv, collaborating with restaurateur Alexander Sochanovsky. The fine dining venue will reflect Zaken's acclaimed Parisian style, with plans for a subsequent upscale bistro. The partnership aims to elevate Israel's culinary scene and potentially attract Michelin recognition.
- 01Matan Zaken, Michelin-starred chef, plans his first restaurant in Tel Aviv.
- 02He partners with Alexander Sochanovsky, known for Gagjin and new Tel Aviv and Herzliya venues.
- 03The initial restaurant will be an intimate fine dining spot with a Michelin-level tasting menu.
- 04A second upscale bistro is planned to offer Zaken's cuisine to a wider audience.
- 05Sochanovsky highlights Zaken's rare culinary talent and discipline recognized in Paris.
- 06They aim to build a Michelin-standard restaurant to boost Israel's gastronomic profile.
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