Tel Aviv: Carmel Market Food Tasting Tour “Shuk Hacarmel”

About

This food tasting tour takes you into the heart of Tel Aviv, exploring the stalls of its largest open-air market – known to locals as “Shuk Hacarmel”. You’ll experience a mix of flavors shaped by Jewish communities from North Africa, the Middle East & Europe, alongside Mediterranean ingredients that make this market a culinary gem. Walking through the market’s alleys, you’ll uncover flavors that shaped Israeli cuisine. The tour stops at family run vendors that have existed for generations. You'll hear fascinating stories about the market’s past & how it played a role in Tel Aviv’s growth into a vibrant, multicultural city. On this tour, you’ll savor Middle Eastern dishes, from creamy hummus and fresh falafel to Syrian olives and sabich. Taste freshly baked bread, fragrant spices & sweet treats like halva & baklava. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture & Israeli flavors.

Good to know

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Food tastings are equivalent to a substantial lunch portion
• The tour covers about ¾ mile (1.2km)
• This tour will take place rain or shine
• Throughout the tour the guide will take photos of your experience. These photos can be sent to you via WhatsApp or Dropbox
• Infants 0-2 are free, but are not given any food samples

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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