Dizengoff street, a beautiful chic street, that has everything your heart desires: restaurants, cafes, boutiques, clubs, bars, hip people and 5 minutes walking distance from the beach!! Dizengoff is the heartbeat of Tel Aviv!!! That is why we were so excited to go for lunch at the tempting cafe/bar - NISHA- located on the oh so fashionable Dizengoff street.

We were immediately treated to heavenly cocktails! The BERRY MOJITO - sweet yet flirty and the CHILI CON HERBS- spicy and mysterious. Throughout the afternoon the bartender spoiled all the dinners with shots of Grey Goose Vodka and Whiskey Bitter while the D.J was spinning fresh beats.

We started with the GREEK SALAD-  Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers,purple onion, kalamata olives, croutons,salty white cheese, za'atar, delectably fresh,  BEET SALAD - with Gorgonzola cheese-grilled beets,baby radishes, roasted almonds, arugula, and goat milk yogurt, FARM SALAD-  Cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red pepper, baby radishes, seasoning, olive oil, za'atar, wonderful flavors of pure desire.

Our appetizers were so amazing we yearned to pleasure our awaiting warm mouths with the main dishes that were on their way. The SEA BREAM with SPINACH TORTELLINI and the  SEA BREAM on asian style lemon butter! Both fish left us with a euphoric aftermath!

Yummmmmm! Dessert time! Malabi on a waffle with  3 scoops of ice cream!! We felt all the goodness of this delectable sweet all the way down between our thighs and small whimpers of joy were released from our kissers!

 Nisha left us satiated and content!

Nisha- Dizengoff Street 162,Tel Aviv, Israel

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The Samuels Sisters and Chef Ariana- ALways Naughty, Yet Always Nice! ;)

GERALD!! Get used to hearing this name. It is the name of the first and most delectable Swiss Patisserie  in Israel. Named after famous pastry chef and owner, Gerald, who brings with him his vision all the way from Switzerland to Tel Aviv, Israel!

Gerald patisserie is designed by the famous Israeli interior designer Yaron Tal. His design of warm colors, dark wood and green tiles gives Gerald a very cozy feeling in a setting that reeks elegance and chic.

It is Gerald's Patisserie birthday, one year old, definitely a time for a celebration! We were invited to the sophisticated bash which was located at  the unique 9 ROOMS in Jaffa ,Tel Aviv. Usually this chic spot is used as a private ladies club , where they hold seminars and special spa treatments. Today though, 9 ROOMS guested us not only for a birthday celebration but for the launch of Gerald's new Bistro menu!

Pretty art in "9 ROOMS"

The menu includes a variety of sandwiches filled with goodness-  salmon, tuna curry, Gruyere, corned beef,on freshly made bread and rolls. The wide range of breakfast option :Salads (Caesar,  Nicoise, Quinoa,), Quiches,and soups.

Oh but the sweets!! Phenomenal, not only visually, as they are tres beautiful, but by flavor as well!
The tartlets, cakes pastries and other treats were mind blowing. Alluringly designed with golden fairy dust and exquisitely delicious!

At the very end of the birthday/launch we were all surprised by a delicious cheese fondue! The delectable cheese was brought personally from Switzerland to Israel by the master Gerald himself! Magnifique!!

Gerald - Ibn Gabirol ST 36, Tel Aviv

03- 5063135

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THE SAMUELS SISTERS -Always Naughty Yet Always Nice ;)

Photography- Chef ARIANA SAMUELS

A picturesque restaurant called MESHEK BARZILAY awaited us on a beautiful rainy Saturday morning. Located in Neve Tzedek- one of Tel Aviv's  oldest districts, between the beautiful boutiques, galleries and craft shops, we couldn't wait to sink our Romanian vampire teeth into the organic local goodies that Meshek Barzilay serves.

There is an option for indoor seating or outdoor seating in the beautiful patio. It was such a beautiful rainy day we obvi opted to sit outdoors. The outdoor patio was surrounded by retractable glass walls, where we enjoyed to hear the rain tapping the windows and took pleasure of being surrounded by tall trees and delightful flowers.

We started with the CAULIFLOWER CLOUDS-  with chickpeas, raisins, peanuts, fresh chili, and green leaves on carrot cream- beautifully executed and rich in flavor. HERBED FOCACCIA- with olive oil and Tahini. POTATO GNOCCHI- Ali olio based on olive oil , cherry tomatoes and parsley, with a touch of chili, served with vegan yogurt, GREEK SALAD WITH FETA-  vegetables in season, pickled onions, olives, hyssop, and feta cheese, (there is a vegan option for the feta cheese- vegan walnut feta)

SHAKSHUKA- eggs or tofu in roasted pepper and tomato sauce, served with house bread, tahini and hummus.The shakshuka was so beautifully presented and healthfully colored that we flirted with it for a bit till we ached to feel how it tastes in our mouths. It was damn good, damn good!

Dessert- CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES-  and candied orange peels, tres attractive and utterly delectable! The truffles made us whimper sounds of pure pleasure!

For all you peeps with doggies, MESHEK BARZILAY is tres animal friendly and tolerant! How fun!

MESHEK BARZILAY is a highly recommended restaurant if you are in to devouring organic, delicious cuisine and leaving with a tummy full of goodness and a euphoric feeling!

SMOOCH SMOOCH,
THE SAMUELS SISTERS - Always Naughty Yet Always Nice ;)

Photographer- Chef Ariana Samuels

Oh Laline, how we love you so!
Laline is a tres chic, successful international boutique that sells aromatic bath and body care products which feed the body and soul.
Laline's products blend the finest ingredients of nature with innovative research and science.
We all obviously know how essential body lotion is for our skin. Body lotion nourishes our skin and keeps it smelling great. Laline's wonderful products work their wonders magically on our skin by preventing it from becoming dry, dehydrated and flakey. Laline's products not only livens up your skin but it keeps you smelling fabulous, which makes you feel wonderful, glowing and relaxed.

We were invited to the beautiful flowery holiday series launch- Flower by Laline - which introduced it's loyal Laline lovers to the new cosmetic and accessories series , with the CLEARLY fragrance (limited edition!) Oh la la!!

The series combines the scent of fresh blooming Spring flowers and the beautiful trendy international flower design!

The collection scents:

*MUSK VANILLA
*GERANIUM LAVENDER JASMINE AQUATIC ACCORD
*LEMON HYACINTH

The collection consists of:
*SORBET BODY LOTION-A light lotion with the scent of blooming flowers.
*BODY EXFOLIATING SOAP
*BODY OIL
*CURD SOAP

All products are PARABEN FREE!!

Laline's products leave you with silky smooth and delicate flowery scented skin! Tres recommended!We are in love with you LALINE!!

SMOOCH SMOOCH,
The Samuels Sisters- Always Naughty, Yet Always Nice ;)
Photographer- Chef Ariana Samuels

LALINE WEBSITE

Cookies, cakes, pastries, tarts, cupcakes and more!!! This is what we were served at the premier of Bake Off Israel !!

The famous competition selects from among its contestants the best amateur pairs of bakers.
Besides watching the show and drooling heavily over everything that is being magnificently baked, you are in for a great competition and you may also learn a thing or two from the talented competitors! Oh, and the judges are some of our fave chefs and bakers!! Ran Shmueli the genius, Oded Brenner ( of Max Brenner chocolate- yum!) and the charming pastry cook Karin Goren! How exciting!

The premier was held at Ran Shmueli's restaurant Claro, located in the beautiful Sarona, Tel Aviv.
Upon entering we smelled what was in store for us - goodies! Loads of them, and we couldn't wait to indulge our cravings for sweets. First off, there was a breakfast buffet with all kinds of cheeses, fish, cream cheese, bagels, coffee, and drinks.

 After the munching, chit chat and gossip, the hosts of the show presented the judges and gave us a glimpse of what would be in store for the viewers. A lot of sweets and competition!! After the audience got a small dose of what will be on their T.V screens, it was time for the dessert smorgasbord to open. Everyone raced to the sweets bar as if they were about to pose for Leonardo Da Vinci's "Last Supper".

It was good, genuinely good!!

After our tummies were full, we left, and upon exiting we were treated to delectable macaroons from Roladin bakery...just in case we did not get sugar infused enough ;)

Make sure to watch the first episode this coming Saturday, April 9th at 9pm- Channel 22- Keshet!!

SMOOCH SMOOCH,
THE SAMUELS SISTERS- Always Naughty, Yet Always Nice ;)

Photographer (and famous Romanian Chef) - Chef Ariana Samuels