Tel Aviv

so as many of you are aware, (usually) the first location you will end up in as you enter the country will be Ben Gurion Airport, Israel's main International Airport. even though it is located in Lod, it is approximately a 12 mile car ride from tel aviv, one of Israel's most productive cities. it is the second most populous city in Israel and the largest metropolitan area. The city is located on the Israeli Mediterranean coastline in central-west Israel.
Tel Aviv was founded by the Jewish community on the outskirts of the ancient port city of Jaffa.Tel Aviv is an economic hub, home to the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, corporate offices and research and development centers. It is the country's financial capital and a major performing arts and business center. It is known as "the city that never sleeps" and a "party capital" due to its thriving nightlife, young atmosphere and famous 24-hour culture.

although the list of widely acknowleged kosher resturants is limited, the great places to dine and relax are just enough to suffice the pickiest of eaters. here are some of my favorite:
Liliot 
Being one of the finest and most well-established kosher restaurants in Tel Aviv, Liliot manages to juggle between quality food, a kosher menu and a social conscience. 
Pasha 
Specializing in authentic Turkish cuisine, Pasha is an excellent kosher option in Tel Aviv, if you are looking for simple, tasty and quite reasonably priced fare
Meat and Wine CO  
A state-of-the-art kosher restaurant, located outside Tel Aviv, that serves a wide selection of meats and wines 
Goshen 
A kosher restaurant in Tel Aviv that is a real treat for kosher keeping carnivores
2C
2C is a Mediterranean-gourmet kosher restaurant at the top of Azrieli Center, which offers one of the most impressive views of Tel Aviv.

 
the Carmel Market (Shuk Ha'Carmel)is one of Tel Aviv’s biggest and busiest marketplace is filled with colorful stalls and shouting vendors selling a variety of goods, from dried fruits and exotic spices to clothing and footwear. it is a must for every trip of mine to Israel. the smells, tastes and personalities found there match no other place in the rest of the country and the world. it is one of the more "Artsy-er" markets where there are often parades and outdoor sales happening weekly.

for those of us who just love to sit on the beach and relax, boy will tel aviv keep you entertained. here are a list of a couple that will surely not dissappoint:
The Religious Beach (Nordau)  
To respond to needs of the religious community, there is one beach in Tel Aviv that separates between men and women.
Hilton Beach 
Between the Religious beach and Gordon, we have this fine beach which is named after the nearby Hilton Hotel, and is especially popular with three different groups of Tel Aviv's residents.  
Gordon and Frishman Beaches 
This lovely stretch of sand is probably the most popular of Tel Aviv's beaches. It offers the choice between lounging chairs and sunshades or sand only, so each bather can take his or her pick, and features a rather good beachside restaurant

and here are some general attractions that the city will provide endless entertainment for:
1. a stroll through the streets- at any given moment you are standing in a place where your Jewish Ancestors stood hundreds of years before you have. take a minute and process what's around you
2.Old Jaffa – Walk through the picturesque neighborhood and absorb its unique charm.
3. The Nightlife Scene - Explore Tel Aviv's famous and infamous Nightlife spots.
4. Neve Tzedek – Visit the museums, shops and restaurants in one of the most beutiful neighborhoods in Tel Aviv.
5. Tel Aviv Museum of Art – See the best of Israeli art.
6. Bauhaus Architecture – Stroll through the streets and see the bauhaus architecture of the White City.
7. Park Hayarkon – For fun, relaxation, outdoor activities and a bit of greenery.
8. Suzanne Dellal Centre - Catch a dance show by the best Israeli and international artists.
9. Azrieli Observatory - Get the "Big Picture" of Tel Aviv by viewing it from high above.


 (stay tuned for Haifa)