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https://www.facebook.com/groups/kidsdaysoutisrael

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Re: Israel Master Thread: Things To Do, Places To Eat
« Reply #8520 on: January 10, 2017, 10:32:47 AM »
What dishes would you recommend?
I can tell you what I liked but I think the menu changed at least twice since I was there. Seems to change often.

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Re: Israel Master Thread: Things To Do, Places To Eat
« Reply #8521 on: January 10, 2017, 10:37:43 AM »
I can tell you what I liked but I think the menu changed at least twice since I was there. Seems to change often.

Let's hear what you liked...

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Re: Israel Master Thread: Things To Do, Places To Eat
« Reply #8522 on: January 10, 2017, 10:42:57 AM »
Let's hear what you liked...
I was a fan of everything but particularly the Pappardelle and i believe the spare ribs. The only thing I wasn't a fan of was the Lamb shank. It wasn't bad but was a unique flavor that wasn't my favorite.

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Re: Israel Master Thread: Things To Do, Places To Eat
« Reply #8523 on: January 10, 2017, 11:06:46 AM »
I was a fan of everything but particularly the Pappardelle and i believe the spare ribs. The only thing I wasn't a fan of was the Lamb shank. It wasn't bad but was a unique flavor that wasn't my favorite.

Thanks! I'll check it out later...

Will report back soon
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Re: Israel Master Thread: Things To Do, Places To Eat
« Reply #8524 on: January 10, 2017, 11:20:31 AM »
Are you a tour guide/driver in Israel?

Asking based on your posts
no. what makes you think so?
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Re: Israel Master Thread: Things To Do, Places To Eat
« Reply #8525 on: January 10, 2017, 04:56:35 PM »
Thanks! I'll check it out later...

Will report back soon

Just to update.

Food was sensational! Never tasted such delicious meat restaurant in Israel

Order to grilled liver for appetizer,  entrecôte steak 350gr

Tasted just like an American upscale restaurant.

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Re: Israel Master Thread: Things To Do, Places To Eat
« Reply #8526 on: January 11, 2017, 02:00:51 AM »
Nesher or rent a minivan.

In a few months there will be a train that will get you from the airport to Jerusalem in 20 minutes!
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Re: Israel Master Thread: Things To Do, Places To Eat
« Reply #8527 on: January 11, 2017, 03:17:37 AM »
link?
Link to what? He mentioned 3 things.

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Re: Israel Master Thread: Things To Do, Places To Eat
« Reply #8528 on: January 12, 2017, 05:32:19 AM »
any religious places to stay down south(or somewhere relatively warm) for shabbos?
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Re: Israel Master Thread: Things To Do, Places To Eat
« Reply #8529 on: January 12, 2017, 05:34:17 AM »
Anyone can suggest a mehadrin place in Yerushalayim that will deliver now at 9pm to Rechavia? Todah
Burgers bar
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Re: Israel Master Thread: Things To Do, Places To Eat
« Reply #8530 on: January 12, 2017, 01:38:22 PM »
Arad, Mitzpe Rimon
can I get glatt takeout there?
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Re: Israel Master Thread: Things To Do, Places To Eat
« Reply #8531 on: January 12, 2017, 01:54:20 PM »
can I get glatt takeout there?

Try Chabad in Mitzpeh Rimon.
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Re: Israel Master Thread: Things To Do, Places To Eat
« Reply #8532 on: January 12, 2017, 10:29:11 PM »
leaving to israel next week. We are looking to spend time in jerusalem and tel aviv. any ideas for attractions to visit?

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Re: Israel Master Thread: Things To Do, Places To Eat
« Reply #8533 on: January 12, 2017, 10:31:22 PM »
leaving to israel next week. We are looking to spend time in jerusalem and tel aviv. any ideas for attractions to visit?

Read the WiKi. More info here.
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Re: Israel Master Thread: Things To Do, Places To Eat
« Reply #8534 on: January 12, 2017, 10:37:06 PM »
also has anyone stayed in the 21st Floor Hotel on ben yehuda? what was your opinion?

link: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293983-d8120724-Reviews-21st_Floor_Hotel-Jerusalem_Jerusalem_District.html

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Re: Israel Master Thread: Things To Do, Places To Eat
« Reply #8535 on: January 13, 2017, 03:01:56 AM »
also has anyone stayed in the 21st Floor Hotel on ben yehuda? what was your opinion?

link: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293983-d8120724-Reviews-21st_Floor_Hotel-Jerusalem_Jerusalem_District.html
I never stayed there . However my cousin did and was very happy with his stay . Not like it was a five star hotel but he was happy .

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Re: Israel Master Thread: Things To Do, Places To Eat
« Reply #8536 on: January 14, 2017, 08:32:12 PM »
Someone I'm flying with has a USA passport expiring in 1 month. How is israel and Air France with the 6 month passport rule?

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Re: Israel Master Thread: Things To Do, Places To Eat
« Reply #8537 on: January 15, 2017, 06:39:05 AM »
Someone I'm flying with has a USA passport expiring in 1 month. How is israel and Air France with the 6 month passport rule?
air france most likely won't  let him on because they would get fined by israel for letting him fly

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Re: Israel Master Thread: Things To Do, Places To Eat
« Reply #8538 on: January 16, 2017, 08:57:56 AM »
Hotel on Netanya beach (with view of sea), 1 night.  Any recommendations?
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Re: Israel Master Thread: Things To Do, Places To Eat
« Reply #8539 on: January 16, 2017, 12:08:38 PM »
Suggestions for a place for WEEKDAY davening near the Leonardo Plaza?

Yes, I know that I'm close to the Kotel, and yes I know there are more shuls than people in this area, but I thought I would ask if someone could recommend something "modern orthodox" "nusach Ashkenaz" and welcoming of Anglos.

For example, I'm familiar with Mayanot (yes, I know it's Chabad nusach etc.), which I like. I see they have 0800 shacharit but website doesn't list mincha/maariv.

I'm also familiar with the shtibelach shul in Katamon -- The Minyan Factory. 

Any suggestions are welcome. Thanks.