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out & about Tel Aviv Dance 2009 Oct 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 groundbreaking 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 Festival 3-10 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 Art Oct 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.

Construct - an Australian production from Tel Aviv Dance 2009. Photo by Chris Herzfeld.

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Young aspiring harpists from all over the world will compete for the prestigious First Prize.

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 City

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

Sites and Attractions TEL AVIV YAFFO

Sept 10 – Oct 26 (Mondays and Thursdays)

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 pm www.azrielicenter.co.il

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

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

Tues - Thurs 8 am-3 pm, Sat 8 am-1pm www.ilmuseums.com Bialik House This charming museum was the home of Israel’s national poet, Chaim Nachman Bialik, from 1925-34. 22 Bialik Street Tel. (03) 5254530 Mon-Thurs 11 am-5pm, Fri-Sat 10 am-2 pm www.ilmuseums.com Carmel Market Tel Aviv’s largest outdoor market offers fruits and vegetables, meats, fish, spices, flowers and colorful, inexpensive clothes. On the corner of King George and Allenby 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) 517-2044 Sun-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 36th Abu Gosh Vocal Music Festival Oct 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) 6222333 Information and Schedule: www.agfestival.co.il Concert in the Crypt of the Crusader Church, Abu Gosh. hello ISRAEL

out & about 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: SunWed 10am-4pm, Thurs 10am-8pm Fri and Sat 10am-2pm. Information: (03) 641-5244 www.eretzmuseum.org.il HaYarkon Park Situated 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 and rollerblading rinks, trampolines and basketball courts. Independence Hall This 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) 5173942 Sun-Thurs 9 am-2pm www.ilmuseums.com

Sun-Thurs 8.30 am-4pm www.mod.gov.il The Palmach Museum History 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 only www.palmach.org.il Beit Hatfutsot Museum of the Jewish People This 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 holidays www.bh.org.il

Jabotinsky Institute The 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 St Tel. (03) 5287320 Sun-Thurs 8 am-4pm www.ilmuseums.com Lechi Museum - Beit Yair Lechi 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

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 Jerusalem Houses 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 9:30am9:30pm, Fri & Holiday eves. 9:30am–2pm, www.blmj.org Bloomfield Science Museum Fascinating, thoughtful and intelligent interactive exhibitions that will pique the curiosity and educate both children and adults. Rupin St. (02) 6544888 Mon-Thurs 10 am-6pm, Sat 10 am-3pm www.ilmuseums.com Cardo Jewish Quarter of the Old City Remains 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.

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

Chagall Windows Chagall Windows are located in the Synagogue at the Hadassah Medical Center Ein Kerem

Old Jaffa This 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.

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

The Haganah Museum History 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

Rokach House The 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

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-2pm www.yadvashem.org.il

Museum of the History of the IDF A 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

Shalom Tower Observatory Once 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.

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Tisch Family Zoological Gardens Visit 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

out & about 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) 6287211 www.rova-yehudi.org.il The Israelite Tower Remnants of a tower from the end of the First Temple period. A battle was fought alongside it during the Babylonian siege of Jerusalem in the year 586 B.C.E., according to excavations. Tel (02) 6282005. Entrance fee www.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 modern sites.Tel (08) 9130000 www.minisrael.co.il The Great Synagogue Built 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) 6247112 www.jerusalemgreatsynagogue.com

Sat 10 am-2pm www.ilmuseums.com Tower of David Museum Located 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 Spectacular As 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

Ramparts Walk A walk around the Old City walls Daily 9am-5pm. Entrance: Lion’s Gate, David’s Tower, Jaffa Gate Tel (02) 6277550

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Haifa & ACRE Acre (Akko) Significant archaeological discoveries and numerous historical sites can be visited within the massive walls of Acre (Akko). Beautiful beaches, good fish restaurants and a traditional covered market. Bahai Shrine and Gardens The World Center of the Bahai Faith is located in Israel and includes holy places and beautiful gardens in both Acre and Haifa. The Bahai Gardens in 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 Hanikra Visit the grottos and cableway at Rosh Hanikra. Self-service cliff top restaurant, souvenir shop, Moonlight Coffee Bar (in summer) 10km north of Nahariya Tel (04) 9857109 Safed An 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.

The Knesset Israel’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

Rockefeller Archaeological Museum The 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.

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 pm Phone: (03) 6265333 www.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

Hula Reserve Located north of Rosh Pina, the reserve 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 Reserve A 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.

out & about Tel Dan The 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 town was destroyed. The area is shaded for picnics with a cafeteria on site. Parking located on site. Tel (06) 951579. Reuben and Edith Hecht Museum University 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 Museum Marine history in an audio-visual display. 198 Allenby Rd. Tel (04) 8536622

NazarEth & TIBERIAS Nazareth The 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

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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 Cana The 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. Tabgha On 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. Capernaum Capernaum (Kefar Nachum) served as Jesusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 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 Beatitudes The 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: 8am11:30am & 2:30pm-4:40pm, Entrance: 5NIS per car. Tiberias Named 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.

Eilat 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. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Thu.8.30 am-4 pm Fri 8.30 am-3 pm, Sat and holidays, 8.30 am-4.30 pm Tel (08) 6364200

ART & CULTURE Please note that the events listed in this section do not cover all the cultural 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.

Art TEL AVIV-YAFFO Art Museums Beit Hatfutsot, Museum of the Jewish People This 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 holidays www.bh.org.il Bible Museum Hosts constantly changing exhibitions by Israeli and foreign artists on biblical subjects from a secular perspective. 16 Rothschild Blvd. Tel Aviv. Tel: (03) 5177760 Opening Hours: Sun-Tues 9.30am12.30pm, Wed 9.30am-12.30pm / 4pm-9pm, Thurs-Fri 9.30am-12.30pm www.ilmuseums.com Helena Rubinstein Pavilion for Contemporary Art Tel Aviv Museum of Art’s extension space for modern and contemporary art exhibitions 5 Tarsat St. Tel. (03) 5287196 Officially re-opened in September 2009. www.tamuseum.com Nachum Gutman Museum Tucked 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) 5161970 Opening Hours: Sun-Wed 10am4pm, Thurs 10am-7pm, Fri 10am-

2pm, Sat 10am-5pm, www.gutmanmuseum.co.il Rubin Museum Recently renovated, this small museum located in the home of Reuven Rubin tells the story of the famous artist’s life and work. 14 Bialik St Tel. (03) 5255961 Opening Hours: Mon, Wed, Thurs, 10am-3pm, Tues 10am-8pm, Sat 11am-2pm www.rubinmuseum.org.i Tel Aviv Museum of Art Israel’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 Aviv Tel: (03) 6077020. Opening Hours: Mon, Wed, Sat 10am- 4pm, Tues, Thur 10am-10pm, Fri 10am- 2pm. Sun closed. www.tamuseum.com New exhibitions Beit Hatfutsot, Museum of the Jewish People

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 holidays www.bh.org.il (Exhibition runs from Oct 1 2009 until Dec 31 2009) Helena Rubinstein Pavilion For Contemporary Art A new exhibition in honor of the pavilion’s re-opening in September, 2009. FAMILY/TREE New acquisitions donated by the Rivka Saker and Uzi Zucker Fund for Contemporary Israeli Art.

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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 context of the collection is the common denominator between the artists represented in the collection and the 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 10am10pm, Fri 10am- 2pm. Sun closed. www.tamuseum.com

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Art & CULTURE The exhibition incorporates an architecture-sculpture-performance approach 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 exhibition hold 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 10am4pm, Tues, Thurs 10am-10pm, Fri 10am-2 pm, Sat 10am-4pm Sun closed. Information: (03) 5287196 www.tamuseum.com Galleries Alon Segev 30 Chelouche St., Neve Tzedek, Tel-Aviv. Tel: (03) 6090769, MonMonThurs, 12pm-7pm, Fri 10am-1pm, www. alonsegevgallery.com Artists’ House 9 Alharizi St. Tel: (03) 5246685

Mon-Thur 10am-1pm, 5pm-7pm, Fri 10am-1pm Sat 10am-2pm www.ilmuseums.com Chelouche Gallery 5 Chissin St. Tel: (03) 5289713 Mon-Thurs 10am-1pm, 5 pm-7pm, Fri 10am-1pm www.chelouchegallery.com Dvir Gallery 11 Nachum St. Tel: (03) 6043003 Tue-Thur 11am-6pm, Fri-Sat 10am-1pm www.dvirgallery.com Engel Gallery 26 Gordon St. Tel: (03) 5225637 Gallery 39 for Contemporary Art 39 Nahmani St. Tel: (03) 5666631 Mon-Thurs.11am-7pm, Fri 10am-2pm, Sat 10am-1pm www.artgallery39.com Gebo Gallery 35 Shaul Hamelech Tel: 052-2570792, 077-3300141 Mon-Fri 11am-2pm, 4pm-7pm, Fri 11am-2pm www.gebogallery.com The Heder Gallery 11 Gottlieb St. Tel: (03) 5222402, Mon-Thur 12am-6 pm Fri 11am-2 pm Beijing Modern Dance Company presents “Oath/ Unfettered Journey as part of Tel Aviv Dance 2009.

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Sat 11am-1pm www.theheder.com Gerstein Gallery 99 Ben Yehuda St. Tel: (03) 5293826 Sun-Thur 11am-7pm, Friday 10am-2pm www.davidgerstein.com Givon Gallery 35 Gordon St. Tel: (03) 5225427 Sun 10am-1pm, Mon-Thurs 10am-1pm, 5pm-7pm, Fri 10am-2 pm, Sat 11am-2pm www.givonartgallery.com Gordon Gallery 95 Ben Yehuda St. Tel: (03) 5240323 Mon-Thurs 1am-7pm, Fri 10am-2pm, Sat 10am-1pm www.gordongallery.co.il Hakibbutz Gallery 25 Dov Hoz St. Tel: (03) 5232533 Sun-Thurs 12pm-7pm www.kibbutzgallery.org.il Ilana Goor Museum 4 Mazal Dagim St, Old Jaffa Tel: (03) 6837676, Sun-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-6pm www.ilanagoor.com

Art & CULTURE Minshar Gallery for Art 18 David Chachami St. Tel: (03) 6887090 Sun-Thurs 12pm-7pm Noga Gallery 60 Ahad Ha’am St.Tel: (03) 5660123 Mon-Thur 11am-7pm Fri-Sat 11am-2pm www.nogagallery.com Office in Tel Aviv (installation art) 1 Shlomo Hamelech St. Tel: (03) 5254191, Tue-Thurs 2pm-7pm Fri, Sat 11am-1pm www.officeintelavivgallery.com Rosenfeld Gallery 1 Shvil Hamifaal St. Tel. (03) 5229044, Tue -Thurs 12pm-7pm, Fri 11am-2pm, Sat 11am-1pm www.rg.co.il The Center for Contemporary Art 5 Kalisher St. Tel. (03) 5106111 Mon-Thur 2 pm – 7 pm Fri-Sat 10 am – 2 pm, www.cca.org.il Sommer Contemporary Art 113 Rothschild Blvd. Tel: (03) 5166400 Mon-Thur 10am- 6pm Fri 10am-2pm Sat 11am-1pm www.sommercontemporaryart.com

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Herzliya Museum of Contemporary Art One 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-8pm herzliyamuseum.co.il

The Israel Museum, Jerusalem Family Traces At 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.

JERUSALEM ART MUSEUMS The Israel Museum The 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 by Henry Moore and Picasso. The huge permanent collection is documented with temporary world-class exhibits each month. 11 Ruppin Blvd. near the Knesset Information: (02) 6708811 Opening Hours: Sun, Mon, Wed, Thurs 10am-5pm, Tues 10am-9pm Fri and holiday eves 10am-2pm Sat and holidays 10am-5pm www.imj.org.il

Weinstein Gallery, Ruth Youth Wing, The Israel Museum 11 Ruppin Blvd. near the Knesset Information: (02) 6708811 Opening Hours: Sun, Mon, Wed, Thurs 10am-5pm Tues 10am-9pm,Fri and holiday eves 10am-2pm Sat and holidays 10am-5pm www.imj.org.il Galleries Eden Gallery   10 King David Street Tel. (02) 6244831 Sun-Thur 9am-9pm,

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Art & CULTURE Fri 9am-2pm www.eden-gallery.com Gerstein Studio/Gallery 13 Harekhvim st. Talpiyot. Tel: (02) 6781899 Sun – Thur 10am-5pm www.davidgerstein.com Jerusalem Artists’ House 12 Shmuel Hanagid St Tel. (02) 6253653, Sun-Thur 10am-1pm, 4pm-7pm Fri 10am-1pm Sat 11am-2pm, www.art.org.il Museum on the Seam International contemporary art on the theme of co-existence 4 Chel Handasa St. Tel. (02) 6281278 Sun-Thurs 10am-7pm, Fri 10am-2pm www.mots.org.il The Municipal Art Gallery 17 Yaffo St. Tel. (02) 6256937 Sun-Thur 8am-6pm The New Gallery The Jerusalem municipality’s collaborative contemporary art gallery Teddy Stadium, Tel. (02) 6792968 Sun-Thu 4pm-7pm www.thenewgallery.org.il

Dance Tel Aviv – Yaffo Mon Oct 5 - Sun Oct 11 Mon Oct 5, Wed Oct 7 and Fri Oct 9 Mayumana’s Momentum A 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, 10pm www.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 11 Idan Cohen’s vision of Swan Lake Suzanne Dellal Center, 5 Yeheli St, Neve Tzedek, Tel Aviv. Tickets: (03) 5105656 [90NIS] 9pm www.suzannedellal.org.il Mon Oct 12 - Sun Oct 18

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Mon Oct 12 Yoram 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] 9pm www.suzannedellal.org.il

The Haifa Museum of Art 26 Shabbetai Levi St. Tel: (04) 8523255 Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed 10am-4pm, Thurs 10am-7pm, Fri/holiday eves 10am-1pm, Sat/holidays 10am-3pm www.hma.org.il

Tues Oct 13 Fresco 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

The Tikotin Museum of Japanese Art 89 Hanassi Ave Tel: (04) 8383554 Sun-Thu 10am-4pm, Fri/holiday eves 10am-1pm, Sat/holidays 10am-3pm www.hma.org.il

Wed Oct 14 Artour 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

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

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

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Thur Oct 15 – Sat Oct 17 Mayumana’s Momentum

A 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, 9.30pm www.mayumana.com/momentum Fri Oct 16 Maya 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 17 Nederlands 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 9pm www.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 18 China 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 - Sun Oct 25 Mon Oct 19 and Tues Oct 20 Spain’s Cienfuegos Danza presents “CISNES NEGROS”

Art & CULTURE (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] 9pm www.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] 9pm www.suzannedellal.org.il Thur Oct 22 – Sat Oct 24 Mayumana’s Momentum A 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, 9.30pm www.mayumana.com/momentum Thur Oct 22 and Fri Oct 24 Michal 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 23 Beijing 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/10pm www.suzannedellal.org.il Sat Oct 24 and Sun 25 Taiwanese 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] 9pm www.suzannedellal.org.il Mon Oct 26 - Sat Oct 31 Tue Oct 27 Ohad 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.

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Hubbard Street Dance Chicago

Hubbard 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) 5605755 Wed Oct 4 and Thur Oct 5, Haifa Auditorium, Haifa. Tel: (04) 835 3555 Tickets: [149-299 NIS]

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Tickets: (03) 03-5104037 [120NIS] 9pm, www.suzannedellal.org.il Wed Oct 28 – Sat Oct 31 Hubbard 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 31 Australian 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 31 Mayumana’s Momentum A 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, 9.30pm www.mayumana.com/momentum

Art & CULTURE Sat Oct 31 Ohad 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

Jerusalem Mon Oct 12 - Sun Oct 18 Wed Oct 14 and Thur Oct 15 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”. The Lab, 28 Derech Hevron St., Jerusalem. Tel: (02) 6292001 9pm www.maabada.org Mon Oct 26 - Sat Oct 31 Mon Oct 26 Rami 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 27 Alice 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

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ALMA

ALMA, 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.

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

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.

Theatre

The Cameri Theatre of Tel Aviv The Cameri Theatre presents its most popular productions with screened simultaneous translation into English. Tue Oct 6, Fri Oct 09: Fiddler on the Roof Sat Oct 10: A Warm Family Sat Oct 17: Johnny Walked Tue Oct 20: Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf Sat Oct 24, Tue Oct 27: Havdalah Sat Oct 32: Thrill My Heart Located at: The Tel Aviv Performing

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

Haifa Mon Oct 19 - Sun Oct 25 Sat Oct 24 Beijing 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

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Popular Music

Popular Music Thur Oct 8 Mashina Considered 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 6 17th International Harp Contest in Israel - Gala Opening Concert The 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 10 The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra Gala Concert - Brahms Conductor 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 Mon Oct 12 - Sun Oct 18 Popular Music Mon Oct 12 The Carsitters Based 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 13 Arkadi Dukin and Meir Banai A fascinating musical encounter with two creative and musical giants of the Israeli music scene Zappa Club, Ramat Hachayal, Tel Aviv. Tel: (03) 7674646 [150NIS] Jazz Wed Oct 14 Avi Leibovich & the Orchestra Thirteen 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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Thur Oct 22 Beni Tal Band and the Band The 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 23 Ziv 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 20 The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra – Classic Eight Series Conductor 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] Mon Oct 26 - Sat Oct 31 Popular Music Thur Oct 29 and Fri Oct 30 Yamandu Costa and Friends This virtuoso guitarist from Brazil entertains with his dazzling skills and lively Brazilian sounds. Reading 3, HaTaarucha 3, Tel Aviv. Tickets: *8965 [139NIS]

Jerusalem and Area Mon Oct 5 - Sun Oct 11 Classic | Opera Tuesday Oct 6 The Audience is the Choir – Sing Along Abu Gosh Vocal Music Festival Kiryat Yearim Church, Abu Gosh Tickets: *8965 [60NIS] Wed Oct 7 Favorite Romantic Works – Stuttgart Chamber Choir Abu Gosh Vocal Music Festival Kiryat Yearim Church, Abu Gosh Tickets: *8965 [120/140NIS] Popular Music Friday Oct 9 Hot Voices

International Artists

Mon Oct 5 The Wailers and Mosh Ben Ari The 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.il Tickets: (02) 6222333 Tues Oct 6-7 Nick Kershaw A 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 7 Matisyahu The 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] songs by Purcell, The Beatles, Joan Baez, Leonard Cohen Abu Gosh Vocal Music Festival The Crypt, Crusader Church, Abu Gosh. Tickets: *8965 [95NIS] Mon Oct 12 - Sun Oct 18 Popular Music Mon Oct 12 Oy 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.

LIVE MUSIC www.jerusalem-oldcity.org.il. Tel: (02) 5314600, Free concert Thur Oct 15 Nadav Haber Quartet A 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 Mon Oct 19 - Sun Oct 25 Popular Music Mon Oct 19 Andralamousia Celebration 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 20 17th International Harp Contest in Israel Stage IV – Finals The 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] Mon Oct 26 - Sat Oct 31 Jazz Mon Oct 26 Dr. Jazz Classic 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 26 The 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]

Hertzelia Mon Oct 5 - Sun Oct 11 Popular Music Tue Oct 6 The Greek Experience A 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] Mon Oct 26 - Sat Oct 31 Popular Music Wed Oct 28 Boaz Sharabi “Breathe” Iconic Israeli singer/songwriter/ musician entertains with his greatest hits.Zappa Club, 85 Medinat Hayehudim, Hertzelia. Tel: (03) 7674646 [129NIS]

Haifa and North Mon Oct 5 - Sun Oct 11 Classic | Opera Sun Oct 11 The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra – Brahms Conductor Zubin Mehta, pianist Rudolf Buchbinder, soprano Chen Reiss and the Gary Bertini Israeli Choir present a program of Brahms.

Haifa Auditorium, 138 Hanasi Blvd, Haifa. Tickets: 1-700-70-30-30 [165-395NIS] Mon Oct 19 - Sun Oct 25 Classic | Opera Sat Oct 24 New Haifa Symphony Orchestra Saturday Night Series Concert No. 1 a program of Nicola Sani, Beethoven and Schumann. Krieger Center for the Performing Arts, 6 Eliyahu Hakim St., Haifa. Tickets: (04) 8599499

Dead Sea and Massada Mon Oct 5 - Sun Oct 11 Popular Music Wed Oct 7 Gidi Gov and Yehudit Ravitz An awesome combination of Israel’s best-loved singer/songwriter icons. Nahal Zohar Amphitheater, Dead Sea Information: www.tamarfestival.co.il. Tickets: (02) 6222333 Thurs Oct 8 Arkadi Dukin and Meir Banai A 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 Festival

As 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.

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.

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).

Accommodation at the Ein Gedi Resort Hotel: 1 800 2233 20, www.ein-gedi.co.il

Wed Oct 7: Dani Robas performing his greatest hits as well as songs of the Beatles.

Tamar Music Festival: Tel: (02) 6222333, www.tamarfestival.co.il

Special camping accommodation Ein Gedi “Sea of Spa” during the festival. Tel: (08) 658 4444

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SHOPPING & FASHION The following index is a short sample of Israel's best shopping establishments. You are welcome to send us your personal recommendations to mailto:mail@helloisrael.net

Country - Wide Fine Jewelry H.Stern In 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. Miller A special selection of models and designs by world’s most famous jewelry designers and a unique variety of own crafted jewels. For store locations see ad on page 3. Main store: 157 Dizengoff St. Tel: Tel (03) 5249383. Fashion Gottex A wide selection of swim and beach wear. Main store, 62 Anilevitch St. Tel Aviv. Tel. (03) 5373879 www.gottex.com

Tel Aviv-Yaffo Basel Quarter Fashion Yalduti Infants and children’s fashion 34 Basel St. Tel. (03) 5465694 Mother Land Exclusive importer maternity wear, strollers, prams and more. 38 Basel St. Tel. (03) 5460611 www.motherland.co.il Accessories Menifa Glass works, jewelry, ethnic works 1 Alkalai St. Tel. (03) 6054505 Daniella Lehavi Leather bags and shoes by top Israeli designer 34 Basel St. Tel. (03) 5440573 www.daniellalehavi.com Hagar Satat Jewelry 37 Basel St., Tel (03) 6023718 Souvenirs Del-Arte Colorful home accessories

9 Ashtori HaFarchi St. Tel (03) 5466993 www.del-arte.co.il Khalifa Shoes The 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) 6257027 www.khalifashoes.com Ben Yehuda Street Fashion AXELA Designer clothing, bathing suits, handbags, accessories and more... 96 Ben Yehuda St. Tel. (03) 5275371, 077-2012530 Caf’e Bizarre Street fashion and accessories 150 Ben Yehuda St. www.cafebizarre.co.il OLIVIA Elite fashion for women 218 Ben Yehuda St., Tel. (03) 6044197 Inn7 Premium street wear brands 177 Ben Yehuda St., Tel. (‭‭03) 6201022 Accessories Déjà Vu Designers Eyewear 121 Ben Yehuda St. Tel. (03)5275278 Shell Yaell Contemporary shell craft design 187 Ben Yehuda St. Souvenirs Raphael's Original handmade crafts by talented Israeli designers. 94 Ben Yehuda St. Tel. (03) 5273619 Beauty AHAVA Hiton Hotel (Lobby) Hayarkon Street – Gan Haatzama’ut Tel. (03) 5220120

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FLAM Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve 2006 783 NIS for a case of six. Free delivery to your hotel. Tel: (02) 9929923 www.flamwinery.com

GURHAN by Miller

24K Gold Gurhan bracelets 6,090 NIS 24K Gold Gurhan spiral earrings 11,420 NIS Exclusive to Miller Stores around the country. (see ad on page 3), Tel: (03) 5249383 www.miller.co.il

ANACONDA BAG

1,790 NIS An original design by Einat Skalski. Handmade in leather. Skalski Leather Boutique. 19 Aboulafia St. Tel: (03) 6834505 www.skalskidesign.com

Original Hunters 399 NIS Hunter Boots from Scotland. Available at AXELA Boutique. 96 Ben YehudaStreet. Tel: (03) 6834505

Tommy Hilfiger H2 Model -Automatic 1,795 NIS TimesQuare, Kikar Hamedina, 62 Hey Be'Iyar Tel: (03) 6040767 www.timesquare.co.il

Lacoste Ladies Watch 1,195 NIS TimesQuare, Kikar Hamedina, 62 Hey Be'Iyar Tel: (03) 6040767 www.timesquare.co.il

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Shopping & fASHION Dizengoff Street Fashion BANKER Israeli designers and imported men and women’s fashion 210 Dizengoff St. Tel. (03) 5290358 Banot – Loulou Liam Israeli women’s designer 212 Dizengoff St. Tel. (03) 5291175 Block 190 Trendy international premium brand store 190 Dizengoff St., Tel. (03) 5279951 Claude Samuel Supremely elegant eyewear 17 Dizengoff St. Tel: (03) 6208882 Claudette Zorea Israeli women’s designer 236 Dizengoff St., Tel. (03) 542447 Couple Of Women’s shoe designers 207 Dizengoff St., Tel.(03) 6044451 David Sasson Men’s fashion 170 Dizengoff St.

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Tel. (03) 5298536 www.davidsassoon.co.il Dorin Frankfurt Israeli women’s designer 164 Dizengoff St.Tel. (03) 5270379 www.dorinf.com Imuma Unique handmade shoes by Israeli designers. 114 Dizengoff St. Tel. 077-4430632 Salon Malka Wide selection of swim and beach wear. 160 Dizengoff St. Tel. (03) 5228558 Accessories Amaro Jewelry 226 Dizengoff St., Tel. (03) 5242479 Dori Csengeri Hand embroidered jewelry – featured in Vogue Magazine 242 Dizengoff St. Tel. (03) 6043273 www.doricsengeri.com Souvenirs Bauhaus Center 99 Dizengoff St.

Excellent selection of books and functional designs, Tel. (03) 5220249 Antiquariat – M.Pollak Israel’s oldest and most renowned firm (1899) for antique maps and prints of the Holy Land. Lithographs and etching from 16th century; Art Deco, Jewish art, antiquarian and rare books. King George St. Tel. (03) 5281336, 5288613. MAZAL TOV Israeli gifts and jewelry to bring back 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. Fashion Shine Israeli women’s designer 12 HaRakevet St. Tel. (03) 5601658

Shopping & fASHION Accessories Ruby Star Jewelry Levontin 28 St. Tel. 077-5606500 TES Handbag designer 12 HaRakevet St. Tel. (03) 5601482 www.teschic.com Souvenirs Tifa-Arts Imprinted Art – Leather accessories,ceramics and glass works and more. 2 Levontin St. Tel: 052-2660250, 052-2369606 www.tifa-arts.com Kikar Hamedina He BeEyar St., Hamedina Square. The most exclusive shopping district in Israel where you will find the biggest fashion name brands – from Bulgari to Armani Fashion Amor Fashion and accessories designed by the best: Valentino, Fendi, D&G,

etc 6 and 74 He BeEyar St. Tel. (03) 6967587, 6956533 Helga Design Imported premium brands for women 12 Heh B’Iyar St. Tel. (03) 6955488 Mika Leather wear for women 48 Heh B’Iyar St. Tel. (03) 5468150 TACTIC Imported premium brands for men and women 32 Heh B’Iyar St., Tel. (03) 6967173 Ada Handbags, Accessories, Clothing 6 Heh B’Iyar St., Tel. (03) 6956701 Accessories TimesQuare Watch Boutique 62 Heh B’Iyar St., Tel. (03) 6040767 Souvenirs Green Vurcel Silversmiths & Jewelers 52 Heh B’Iyar St., Tel. (03) 5465661

Blue Bandan Gifts, Housewares 52 Heh B’Iyar St., Tel. (03) 6021686 Nachalat Binyamin Souvenirs Nachalat Binyamin Bazaar Colorful arts and crafts bazaar combined with street theatre, musicians and jugglers. This is an excellent place to shop for unique gifts. Tues: 9.30am-5.30pm, Fri: 9am-4pm Accessories Florentine Skalski Leather Boutique Original designs of fine leather accessories, bags, purses and belts. 19 Aboulafia St. Tel: (03)6834505 www.skalskidesign.com Neve Tzedek Fashion Sigal Dekel Israeli designer for women’s fashion 15 Achva St. (on the corner of Shabazi St.), Tel. (03) 5165224

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Shopping & fASHION Accessories Agas and Tamar Jewelry 43 Shabazi St. Tel. (03) 5168421 Mishkafayim Eyewear boutique 14 Shabazi St., Tel. (03)5166202 Ayala Bar Jewelry36 Shabazi St. Tel. (03) 5100082 Souvenirs Badim Exquisite textile shop 42 Shabazi St. Tel. (03) 5164269 Sheinkin Street Hip Sheinkin St. is packed with indy designer shops, boutiques, music and sidewalk cafes. Fashion Story Trendy international premium brand store, 60 Sheinken St. Tel. (03) 560391 Hashmal 15 Street fashion, 34 Sheinkin St., Tel. (03) 6291119 Accessories Michal Negrin Romantic, imaginary colorful jewelry by world-wide known Israeli designer 37 Sheinkin St. Tel. (03) 5252752 www.michalnergin.com URBANIX Urban art gallery & shop 45 Sheinkin St. Tel. (03)-5250601

Tel Aviv Port 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 faut Fashion House - “Empowering Women” is the basic statement reflected in comme il faut’s Bayit Banamal, a shopping center focused on women’s needs. Hangar 26, Tel (03)6041025 www.comme-il-faut.com Factory 54 Trendy international premium brand Hangar 9, Tel. (03) 6041711 Accessories Idit Jewelry and Judaica designs 1 Yordei Hasira, Tel. (03) 5440067 www.iditjewelry.com Ramat Gan I.D.C Israel Diamond Center The 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. For a free pick-up from your hotel call Tel. (03) 5757979.

Jerusalem Alrov Mamilla Avenue 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 Medals This 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. Beauty AHAVA Alrov Mamilla Avenue Tel.(02) 6243929

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Ein Bokek Beach Ein Ha’tchelet Shopping Mall Dead Sea – Israel, Tel. (08) 9952073 Massada Mountain Tel: (08) 6584319/27 AHAVA Visitor Center Dead 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 Ben Yehuda Street Open-air pedestrian mall is positioned on the downtown Jerusalem forming a triangle with King George Street and Jaffa Road. Chomi Hand picked items from Israel’s top designers for the discerning shopper. 10 Bazelel St. Tel. (02) 6253379 the Old City Fashion Claire Fashion Charming 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 Hayotzer Jerusalem 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 Sons Covering nearly an entire block and includes beautiful jewelry, wellpreserved 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 Pottery East 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 MondaySaturday 9 am-4 pm. 14 Nablus Road, Jerusalem. Tel. (02) 6282826. www.palestinianpottery.com.

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dining out 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: mail@helloisrael.net Price Levels: Inexpensive - up to NIS 70 Moderate - NIS 80 to 150 High - NIS 160 and up

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

Sushi Samba - Japanese fusion The Tel-Aviv branch of the successful restaurant chain. Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian cuisine. SunFri noon-1.00am, Sat 11am-1.00 am, 27 HaBarzel St, Ramat HaChayal. Reservations only, Tel. (03) 6444345 Price Level: High Thai House Authentic Thai cuisine. Sun-Sat. noon-midnight. 8 Bograshov St, Reservations optional, Tel. (03) 5178568, Price Level: Moderate Yakimono - upscale Japanese Sun-Fri-noon-5.00pm, noon12.30am, Sat. noon-12.30am, 19 Rothschild Blvd, Reservations only, Tel. (03) 5175171, Price Level: High Bar & Restaurant

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Juz & Loz The 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 St Reservations not accepted – and there’s always a queue, Tel (03) 5606385, Price Level: Moderate Nanouchka Authentic 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) 5162254 Price Level: Moderate Sheila Trendy Sheila combines excellent cuisine and an easy, bar-style ambience. Sun-Thur. 7pm-midnight, Fri-Sat 1pmmidnight, 182 Ben Yehuda St Reservations recommended Tel. (03) 5221224, Price Level: Moderate Tapeo Tapas bar Sun-Sat. 19.00-last customer, Haarbaa 16, Reservations recommended, Tel. (03) 6240484, Price Level: Moderate Nana Bar A romantic bistro with a charming patio and a private room that becomes a lively bar towards the smaller hours of the night. Sun-Sat noon-1.00am. 1 Ahad Ha’am St, Neve Tzedek, Reservations recommended, Tel. (03) 5161915 Price Level: Moderate

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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 hello ISRAEL

Dining out Bistro Caffe Tazza D’oro A charming café with good food and the 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) 5166329 Price Level: Inexpensive-Moderate Adora Mediterranean cuisine by the young and promising Chef Avi Biton. MonThur. noon-5pm, 7pm-midnight, Fri. noon-4pm, 9pm-midnight, Sat. 9am5pm, 7pm-midnight. 226 Ben Yehuda St, Reservations only, Tel. (03) 6050896, Price Level: Moderate Brasserie M&R Tel Aviv’s most popular brasserie is a consistent favorite with the critics 70 Ibn Gvirol St, Dinner Reservations recommended, Tel. (03) 6967111 Price Level: Moderate Dallal Well-prepared, imaginative comfort

food served in an elegantly renovated Ottoman-era home. Sun-Sat. noon-midnight. Kol Israel Haverim St (corner of Shabazi St), Neve Tzedek Reservations recommended, Tel. (03) 5109292 Price 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 BaNachala The 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

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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 Aviv Open daily from noon. For reservations call (03) 5273394

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Chloelys Located 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 Gan Reservations only, Tel. (03) 5752445 www.chlolys.rest-e.co.il, Price Level: High Fortuna Del Mar With 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 (Tel Aviv’s marina, near the Carlton Hotel) Reservations recommended. Tel. (03) 5236730, Price Level: Moderate Manta Ray One of the most popular restaurants in Tel Aviv, this excellent seafood restaurant is famous for its opening mezze (Mediterranean appetizers) Open Daily. 9am-midnight Alma Beach (by the Etzel House Museum parking lot), Reservations only, Tel. (03) 5174773, Price Level: Moderate-High Mul Yam The restaurant creative kitchen offers fine plates using premium sea products from around the world. The first and only Israeli restaurant to be included in Les Grandes Tables Du 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 Turqouise Changing menu with local and imported fish and seafood, good wine menu and attentive staff has made this restaurant a favorite. Sun-Thurs. 10am-midnight, Fri-Sat. 9.30ammidnight. 6 Rosenblum Herzl St, Sea& Sun Complex Reservations only Tel (03) 6996370, Price Level: Moderate-High French Messa One of the most beautiful restaurants in Israel with an impressive white onwhite dining room and an equally lavish all-black bar. This Levantine chef’s kitchen evokes the flavors of the Middle East with fancy continental flourishes. Sun-Sat. noon -3.30 pm, 7 pm-12 am 19 HaArba’a St, Reservations only, Tel. (03) 6856859, Price Level: High Yoezer Wine Bar Located in an Ottoman-era Jaffa building, Yoezer has one of the most comprehensive wine menus in Israel.

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Bellini The 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 Cantina An 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 Ernesto A great authentic Italian restaurant with a charming balcony for outdoor sitting. 90 Ben Yehuda St. Tel: (03)5273394, Price Level: Inexpensive-Moderate Herbert Samuel Jonathan Roshfeld’s elegant restaurant is a critics’ favourite Sun-Sat. 12.30pm- 12.30am. 6 Koifman St, Reservations only Tel. (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 Pronto Top recommendation for fine northern Italian cuisine, Sun-Sat. 12.30pm-1.00am. 26 Nachmani St, Reservations recommended, Tel (03) 5660915, Price Level: High Tony Vespa Excellent “Rome Style” rectangular shaped pizza slices sold by weight. Sun-Sat. noon-2am. 267 Dizengoff St (03) 5460000, Price Level: Inexpensive

Bruno Mediterranean cuisine with an open kitchen and a great view. Sun-Thur 12 pm-4.00.pm, 7.00.pm11 pm, Azrieli Center, 3rd floor Reservations recommended, Tel. (03) 6093030, Price Level: High Lilit Meat 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, Sat8.00 pm-11p.m, 4 Weizmann St (AsiaHouse)Reservations only, Tel. (03) 6091331, Price Level: High Shmulik Cohen Traditional dishes that your Polish grandmother used to make. Mon-Thu 10am-10pm, Friday till 4pm. 146 Herzl St Tel. (03) 6810222 Price Level: Inexpensive Pasha Turkish and Kurdish cuisine Sun-Thur. noon-midnight, Fri. 12p,5pm, Sat. 8pm-1am, 8 HaArba’a St Tel. (03) 5617778, Price Level: Inexpensive-Moderate Meat A Place for Meat True to its name – a carnivore’s heaven 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 Boccaccio Mediterranean-Italian cuisine An intimate dining experience with a glimpse of the sea. Sun-Sat. noon-midnight. 106 Hayarkon St (in front of Dan Hotel). Reservations recommended, Tel (03) 03.5246837 Price Level: Moderate Charcuterie Home-made sausages and fine meat dishes complemented by the old market streets of beautiful Jaffa, Mon-Sat. noon-5pm, 7pm-2am, 3 Rabbi Hanina St, Jaffa, Reservations only, Tel (03) 6828843 Price Level: Moderate-High Stefan Braun Levantine-style kebabs and salads served in a romantic, Ottomanstyle setting, Sun-Sat. noon-2am, 99 Allenby St (in the courtyard), Reservations recommended, Tel (03) 5604725, Price Level: Moderate Mid-Eastern Abu Hassan One 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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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) 6839115 Price Level: High

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Toto Critics love the Mediterraneaninfluenced 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 hello ISRAEL

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Dr. Shakshuka Tripoli 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 BaHatzer Facing 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 Goldman Boardwalk, Jaffa. Reservations recommended Tel (03) 6822111 Price Level: Moderate-High Cafes 10 Idelson Delicious pastries and cakes and excellent (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’oro A charming café with good food and the 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) 5166329 Price Level: Inexpensive-Moderate Shine Slick and trendy, this café by day becomes a happening bar scene at night. Sun-Thur. 8.30am-12.30am, Fri 8.30am-6pm, Sat 10am-12.30am, 38 Shlomo HaMelech St Price Level: Inexpensive-Moderate

Jerusalem Asian Sakura Sun-Sat. noon-midnight 31 Jaffa St, Reservations optional Tel. (02) 6235244 Price Level: Moderate-high Bar & Restaurant Adom Wine bar with a good menu of Mediterranean meat and fish dishes. Sun-Fri. 12.30pm-4.30pm, 7pm-2am, Sat. 1pm-2am, 31 Jaffa St Reservations optional 057.9382169 Price Level: Moderate-High

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

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Fish & SeaFood Dolphin Yam A Jerusalem landmark for seafood. Sun-Sat. noon-1am. 9 Ben Shatach St Reservationsz recommended Tel. (02) 6232272 Price Level: Moderate French Arcadia One of Israelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top gourmet restaurants, serving French cuisine in a beautifully renovated classic Jerusalem stone building, Sun-Fri. 12.30pm-3pm, 7pm-10.30pm, Sat. 1pm-4pm, 10 Agrippas St (in the alley), Reservations only (02) 6249138, Price Level: High Italian Cielo North Italian cuisine in an intimate atmosphere.Sun-Thur, Sat. 1pm-4pm, 6.30pm-11.30pm, Fri. 6.30pm11.30pm, 18, Ben Sira St, Reservations only ,Tel. (02) 6251132 Price Level: Moderate-High Paradiso An Italian cafĂŠ that is a Jerusalem establishment. Sun-Thur. noonmidnight, Fri. 10am- midnight, Sat. 11am-midnight, 36 Keren Hayesod St, No Reservations, Price Level: Moderate Kosher Buffalo Steakhouse A 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 Eucalyptus Biblical - Israeli cuisine. Sun-Thur. 12.30pm-11pm, Sat. 7.30pm-11pm 7 Horcanus St , Reservations only Tel. (02) 6232864 Price Level: Moderate La Guta French cuisine, Sun-Thur. 12.30pm4pm, 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 Mosheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Pieroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Table Restaurant In this tiny joint with one table only, Piero has served for the past 40 years a changing menu of great meat dishes. Sun-Thur 6pm-1am, Sat 8pm-1am. 82 Agrippas St Reservations only 054.6381687 Price Level: Moderate Mid-Eastern Abu Shukri Lebanese Restaurant The 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

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Chakra Bar-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) 6252733 Price Level: Moderate-High

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 Kyoto Sun-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 Tanka Exclusive Japanese grill restaurant offering a unique experience in private rooms each with a center grill. Diners cook their own cuts of meat or fish.Sun-Fri. 7pm-midnight, Sat.12.30pm-4pm, 7pm-midnight 9 Maskit St, Herzilya Pituach Reservations only Tel. (09) 9580322 Price Level: High Zozobra Sun-Sat. noon-midnight 7 Shenkar St, Herzilya Pituach, Reservations optional Tel. (09) 9577077 Price Level: Moderate Bistro Rocca Beautiful sea-front location on Herzliya, Sun-Sat. noon-midnight 8 Ramat Yam St, Hertzilya Pituach Reservations recommended Tel. (09) 9515122 Price Level: Moderate-High Sebastian Sun-Thur. 8am-2am, Fri. 9am-3am, Sat. 9am-2am, 33 Maskit St, Herzilya Pituach, Reservations recommended Tel. (09) 9513939, Price Level: Moderate Segev Sun-Sat. 7pm-1am 16 Shenkar St,

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Dining out Herzliya Pituach Reservations only Tel. (09) 9580410 Kosher Price Level: High Fish & Seafood Shuri-Buri Sun-Sat. 12.30pm-12.30 am 122 Medinat HaYehudim, Herzilya Pituach Reservations recommended Tel. (09) 9543194, (09) 9565115 Price Level: Moderate Yam-7 Sun-Thur. 12.30pm-2am, Fri-Sat. 1pm-2am 122 Ramat Yam St, Herzilya Pituach, Reservations optional, Tel. (09) 9566950 Price Level: Moderate Kosher Meat and Wine Co. Kosher grilled meat complemented by a good selection of wines. SunThur. noon-1am, Sat. 7.30pm-1am 15 Shenkar St, Herzilya Pituach Reservations recommended Tel. (09) 9567006, Price Level: Moderate Italian Joya Sun-Sat. noon-midnight, 9 Shenkar St, Herzilya Pituach, Reservations recommended, Tel. (09) 9566299 Price Level: Moderate Cafes Max Brenner’s Chocolate Bar Decadent desserts, homemade chocolate, excellent coffee Sun-Sat. 9am-2am, 8 Ha Menofim St, Herzilya Pituach, No Reservations needed, Price Level: Moderate

Haifa & North Bistro The Witch’s and the Milkman’s Casserole Perched on a high peak in the Golan, this restaurant serves excellent meat / fish / diary casseroles. Ideal for cold winter dinners accompanied by a good bottle of wine. Sun. 10am-11pm, Mon-Thur. noonmidnight, Sat. 10am-midnight Moshav Nimrod Ramat Hagolan, Reservations highly recommended Tel (04) 6870049, Price Level: Moderate-High Mid-Eastern Sela HaNotrim Gourmet food with private dining at a charming Arab family. Minimum of 4 guests.Moshav Rama in the northern Galil Reservations Reservations only

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Tel (04) 9986483, 050.5434454 Price Level: Moderate-High El Rida Good Levantine cuisine restaurant located in a beautifully renovated old house.Sun-7pm-1am, MonSat.1pm-1am 23 El Bishra St (across from the clock tower), Nazareth Reservations optional, Tel (04) 6084404, Price Level: Moderate Fish & Seafood Uri Buri One 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 Roberg Mediterranean cuisine with international influences. The restaurant has a marvelous view of the Kinneret and the Golan Heights. Sun-Thur 12.30pm-10pm, Fri. 12.30pm-7pm Moshav LeBanim (neat the northern-west side of the Kinneret) Reservations recommended, Tel. (04) 6715656 Price Level: Moderate Meat Muskat Gourmet dishes made from the freshest products (the restaurant is supervising its own cattle farm and organic garden). A romantic décor with a superb view. Mon-Fri. 6.30pm-10pm, Sat. 1pm-midnight Mitzpe Haymim Spa Hotel, Rosh Pina Reservations recommended, Tel. (04) 6994523, Price Level: High Limousine One of the best steak houses in Israel. Mon-Sat. noon-1am Industrial 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 primarily meat and fish.Sun-Sat. noon-midnight At the entrance to Kibbutz Ashdot Ya’acov, just outside Tiberias Reservations recommended Tel. (04) 6756688, Price Level: Moderate-High Knaipe In a small hut with 5 tables you will be 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

to Moshav Tavor and the Kinneret) Reservations recommended 054.2185530 Price 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) 6944810 Price Level: Moderate-High

Eilat & South Bistro Josephine The best French cuisine in town. Mon-Sat. 6pm-midnight, 3 Eilat St, Reservations recommended Tel (08) 6323787, Price Level: Moderate-High Asian Yakimono (kosher) A kosher Japanese restaurant located on the 12th floor of the Hilton Sheba Hotel Sun-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 Place Sun-Sat 6pm-midnight, 8 Eilat St Reservations optional, Tel (08) 6371137, Price Level: Moderate Kosher Lawrence The best gourmet kosher cuisine in Eilat.Sun-Thur, Sat. 7pm-11pm North Promenade, Herods Vitals Hotel Reservations recommended Tel (08) 6380115, (08) 6380000 Price Level: Moderate-High Lalo Homey little restaurant serving lunches 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 Pedro Mon-Sat. 6pm-11pm 14 Ye-Elim Blvd (the old city center), Reservations recommended, Tel (08) 6379504 Price Level: Moderate-High

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

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

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Irish Pubs

Clubs

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

Cat and Dog 23 Carlebach St

Molly Bloom’s 2 Mendele St (corner of Hayarkon)

Zizi-Tripo World’s best DJs in the trendiest dance club in Tel Aviv, Ages 2535,Every Thursday from 10pm. 7 Carlebach St Tel. (03) 5611597

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

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

Peacock 14 Marmorek St. Tel. (03) 6868259

Maxim The place to go on Friday nights (after 11 pm) 48 King George St Dance Bars Blackbook 37 Menahem Begin Rd.

Local Bars

Pinxos - tapas bar 57 Nahalat Binyamin St Tel. (03) 566505 Cerveza 174 Dizengoff St. Tel. (03) 5293277 Nanouchka – Georgian food 28 Lilienblum St Tel. (03) 5162254

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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.

Levontin 7 – ultra-hip bar & performance space 7 Levontin St. Tel. (03) 5655084 www.myspace.com/levontine7 Saloona 17 Tirza St (Noga Quarter) Jaffa Tel. (03) 5181719 Lounge 223 Trendy bar owned by six star bartenders that have managed some of the city’s top places offering specialty cocktails 223 Dizengoff St Tel. (03) 5446537 Abraxas Crowded lounge-bar with live performances and star DJs and a pool table on the second floor Lilinblum 40 Tel. (03) 5104435 Apartment 98 A hip bar designed like a residential apartment Dizengoff 98 Tel. (03) 5228697 Chamara An upscale bar located in Raphael (5-star restaurant) Hayarkon 87, Tel. (03) 5226464 Marina Roof Bar & Pool 167 Hayarkon St. Tel for reservation: Tel. 052-7335555 Messa Bar Exclusive, stylish & intimate, extension of Messa (5-star restaurant) 19 Ha’arba’a St Tel. (03) 6856859 Sublet 6 Koifman St. (Second floor, above Herbert's Samuels restaurant) Reservation recommended: Tel. 052-3058686 Whisky a Go-Go Tel Aviv Port Tel. (03) 5440633 Wine Bars

86 Herbert Samuel www.mikesplacebars.com 11am – 5am daily

Jajo Vino Small, chic and stylish 44 Shabazi St Tel. (03) 5100620 , (03) 5164557 Wine Bar An intimate wine bar with hello ISRAEL

night life excellent food 15 Montefiore St Tel. (03) 5102923

Frangelico 132 Moria Rd Tel. (02) 8248839

70 Pilim Wine/liquor shop with a charming bar below 70 Bograshov St Tel (03) 6291777

Maidler’s Pub 126 Moria Rd. Tel (02) 8248754

Jerusalem Dance Bars 17 17 Haoman St. Tel. (02) 6781658 Irish Pubs Glasgow Hot new place offering an intimate atmosphere 11 Shlomzion Hamalka St Tel. 054-2512712 KOSHER Local Bars Yehoshua 18 Ben Sira St Tel. (02) 6246076 Lounge Bars Izen 7 Beit Lechem Rd., Old train station compound, Tel. (02) 6733215

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The Lab Hip performance / exhibition space for live music & art, 28 Hebron Rd., Old train station, Tel. (02) 6292000 KOSHER Birman Live performances are held every evening. Great Middle Eastern kitchen 8 Dorot Rishonim St Tel. (02) 6236115 Shlomtzi Trendy venue with two massive bars 8 Shlomzion Hamalka St Tel. (02) 6254999 KOSHER

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Clubs Ultrasound The biggest club around with leading DJs, Kibbutz Yagur Luna 5 Hamam El Pasha St Haifa Local Bars Barbarosa 8 Pika St, Ahuza Tel. (04) 8721988 18:30 - Last Customer

Morrison Yefe Nof , Carmel Center Tel. (04) 8383828 Stella 60 Moria Rd. Tel. (02) 8112000 Lounge bars Beit HaBira 16 Hanasi St, Carmel Center Tel. 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 Blanco King Salomon Hotel, King Salomon’s Promenade, Tel. (08) 6364444 HaTa’asiya 54 4 HaMasger St (industrial zone) Irish Pubs Paddy’s Tourist center on the northern promenade, 8 Beit HaGesher St Tel (08) 6376237, 057-8834066 Sun-Sat midnight-4am 3 Monkeys The best place to meet fellow visitors from abroad Royal Beach Hotel Tel (08) 6368888 Sun-Sat: 21:00- last customer Lounge Bars Park Avenue Ofira’s Park, 20 Tarshish St Tel (08) 6333303, (08) 6338343 Sun-Sat: 6 pm – 4 am Metta Bar Tourist center on the northern promenade, 8 Beit HaGesher St Tel: 050-7955819, 057-5503636 Red Bar Tourist center on the northern promenade, 8 Beit HaGesher St Tel :052-5779910

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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 Hotels Bat Yam Sun Hotel Armon Yam PRIVATEMercure Suites Bat Yam Eilat Agamin Orchidea Ambassador Americana Golden Tulip Dalia Dan Eilat Dan Panorama Holyday Inn Express Holyday Inn Patio Crown Plaza Hilton Queen of Sheba The Red Sea Hotel King Solomon The Princess Herods Vista Laguna Magic sunrise Club Magic Palace Meridian Marina Club Nova Neptune Central Park Sport Siesta Palamira New Caesar Club Inn Club Hotel Club-Med Eilat Carlton Prima Royal Garden Royal Beach Riviera Shalom Plaza Sheraton Moriah

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Tourist Info. Offices Ben Gurion Airport Entrance Hall Tel. 03-9754260 Opening 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: 8:30am5:00pm; Fri: 8:00am-1:30pm

Nazareth Casanova st. Tel.04-6750555 Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 8:30am5:00pm; Sat. 9:00am-1:00pm

Tel Aviv Tel Aviv Tourism Association Address: City Hall, 69 Ibn Gvirol st., Tel Aviv Tel.03-5218500 Opening hours: Sun-Thu: 9:00am2:00pm Tel Aviv Tourism Association Tel Aviv Promanade, 46 Herbert Samuel st. Tel. 03-5166188 Opening hours: Sun-Thu: 9:30am-4:30pm

Netanya

24 Hour Help Lines

12 Ha’atzmaut Square, Netanya Tel.1700-709292 ; 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 Jerusalem Groups

(03) 6394444 (050) 8422743 (052) 3572220

Police 100 First Aid 101 Fire 102 Dental Clinic 03.5239241 Rape crisis center,Women 1202 Rape crisis center, Men 1203 tax Refund

Tax Free Shopping

Please be advised that as a tourist in Israel you are entitled to receive a VAT refund for specific purchases bought at stores participating in the VAT Refund Program. The purchase amount in one tax invoice including VAT must exceed $100. The goods must be purchased for personal use only and must not be food, drink or tobacco products. In order to obtain the VAT refund, you should present the goods, together with the special invoice for the purpose of VAT refund to the official at the “Change Place Counter”. 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 Airport

[03] 98711103 5272999 5283131 6332253

If 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.

Jerusalem Hauma Beit Hakerem

[02] 5389999 5000101

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

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

Haifa Carmelit Bialik Hanassi

[04] 8664640 8713232 9832053

Haifa

Tickets Agencies

Eilat 8 Beit Hagesher st.Tel. 08-6309111 Opening hours: Sun-Thu: 8:00am4:30pm

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

Tiberias

Haifa Tourist Association 48 Ben Gurion st., The German Colony Tel. 1-800-305090 Opening hours: Sun-Thu: 9:00am-5:00pm : Fri: 09:00am-1:00pm ; Sat: 10:00am3:00pm

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

Taxi services Tel Aviv To Ben Gurion Airport Gordon Habima Kastel

Jerusalem Bimot Klaim

[02] 6240896 6251624

Tel Aviv Hadran Castel

[03] 5279797 6044725

Haifa Gerber

[04] 8388011

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