7. Hotel Buffets and Food Outside the Hotel
7. Hotel Buffets and Food Outside the Hotel
Breakfast and dinner are served each day in the hotel dining facility. The meals are buffet-style and offer a good variety of Mediterranean-style food. Towards the end of the trip you will likely crave something different and want to eat something in Jerusalem.
Exploring for Food in Mahane Yehuda Market in Jerusalem
Mahane Yehuda Market (often called "The Shuk") is Jerusalem's vibrant heart of food, culture, and everyday life—a bustling open-air market that's a must-visit for any traveler.
By day, narrow alleys overflow with stalls piled high with fresh produce, aromatic spices, golden halva stacks, freshly baked breads, cheeses, olives, and nuts. Vendors call out in Hebrew, Arabic, and English, offering samples and lively banter as you weave through the crowds.
Mahane Yehuda Market (often called "The Shuk") is Jerusalem's vibrant heart of food, culture, and everyday life—a bustling open-air market that's a must-visit for any traveler.
By day, narrow alleys overflow with stalls piled high with fresh produce, aromatic spices, golden halva stacks, freshly baked breads, cheeses, olives, and nuts. Vendors call out in Hebrew, Arabic, and English, offering samples and lively banter as you weave through the crowds.
Mahane Yehuda Market
Snagging fresh bread from cart vendors is a quintessential Jerusalem experience—warm, aromatic loaves straight from the oven, sold right on the bustling streets.
In the Old City, look for iconic ka'ak al-Quds: long, sesame-crusted oval rings, soft inside with a crisp exterior. Vendors push wooden carts piled high, calling out "Ka'ak!"—grab one for just a few shekels and dip it in za'atar or olive oil for the ultimate snack.
Bread Cart in Old Jerusalem
Falafel, Chicken Shawarma, and Schnitzel in Israel
No trip to Israel is complete without indulging in its iconic street foods: falafel, chicken shawarma, and the beloved schnitzel.
Falafel – Crispy chickpea balls packed with herbs, fried to perfection and stuffed into pita with fresh Israeli salad, tahini, pickles, and spicy sauces. Vegetarian, affordable, and a national favorite.
Chicken Shawarma – Juicy, spice-marinated chicken slow-roasted on a vertical spit, thinly sliced and wrapped in pita or laffa with salads, tahini, fries, and amba. The aromatic blend of cumin, turmeric, and garlic is irresistible.
Schnitzel – Israel's take on the classic: thin chicken breast (or sometimes turkey) pounded flat, breaded, and fried until golden and crunchy. Often served in pita with the same fresh toppings as shawarma, or as a plated meal with fries and salad. A comfort food staple influenced by European Jewish immigrants, it's everywhere—from street stands to home kitchens.
No trip to Israel is complete without indulging in its iconic street foods: falafel, chicken shawarma, and the beloved schnitzel.
Falafel – Crispy chickpea balls packed with herbs, fried to perfection and stuffed into pita with fresh Israeli salad, tahini, pickles, and spicy sauces. Vegetarian, affordable, and a national favorite.
Chicken Shawarma – Juicy, spice-marinated chicken slow-roasted on a vertical spit, thinly sliced and wrapped in pita or laffa with salads, tahini, fries, and amba. The aromatic blend of cumin, turmeric, and garlic is irresistible.
Schnitzel – Israel's take on the classic: thin chicken breast (or sometimes turkey) pounded flat, breaded, and fried until golden and crunchy. Often served in pita with the same fresh toppings as shawarma, or as a plated meal with fries and salad. A comfort food staple influenced by European Jewish immigrants, it's everywhere—from street stands to home kitchens.
Schnitzel in Mt Carmel Restaurant
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