Falafel

I went in with low expectations — I'd had mediocre versions before. What I found was Falafel made with real commitment to za'atar and technique. The sesame-rich and nutty result was more complex and satisfying than anything I'd had before. Israeli cuisine is shaped by Jewish diaspora traditions fro…

I ate Falafel at three different restaurants in the same week to compare. The results were illuminating. The use of pomegranate seeds varied significantly — only one got it right. The sweet and tangy profile should be consistent but interpretation differs widely. Shabbat and holiday meals follow re…

I'm sceptical of any restaurant claiming to do Falafel well, having been disappointed often enough. This one delivered. The warmly spiced base was authentic and the use of za'atar showed real knowledge. Shabbat and holiday meals follow religious traditions that shape the food served. The atmosphere…

Falafel opened a door into a cuisine I'd previously known almost nothing about. The warmly spiced flavours are unlike anything in my usual rotation and I mean that positively. Shabbat and holiday meals follow religious traditions that shape the food served. Understanding that context made the dish t…