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5 great road trip restaurants for

when the “are we there yets” strike

Commercial zones and gas stations are often where you’ll find the best secret foodie spots in Israel when you’re traveling along the highways. Here are five of our favorite, from a kosher bistro to an American diner, and a French brasserie /By Sharon Ben-David

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Sahara Palace / Traditiona Arab-Galilean cuisine l The Sahara Palace is located at a spot that has welcomed tired and hungry travelers for hundreds of years. It stands exactly where a traditional Beduin khan used to host travelers looking for a place to rest, on their way between Jordan and Haifa. A long-standing institution, the Sahara Palace proudly continues the Arab-Galilean tradition of hospitality, offering diners a truly authentic culinary experience. Chef Nashat Abbas has devised a menu based on fresh local ingredients, with a wide range of classics, including chicory and fresh thyme salad, freekeh based dishes, and more. Born and bred in Kfar Kana, Abbas preserves traditional cooking techniques and celebrates the delights of the Arab Galilean table in its most refined version. saharapalace

Photo: Daniel Lailah

Goz Goz Burger / An American diner in the heart of the Sharon area

Sometimes the least expected locations are where excellence is found. “Goz Goz Burger” is a gas station burger joint overlooking the Sharon highway roads and fields. Opened by the owners of much loved eatery “Gouje & Danielle”, emphasis here is placed on quality ingredients and culinary excellence. The burgers are made with fresh local Holstein beef, ground onsite

daily to form perfect crisp-on the-outside-juicy-on-the-inside smash burgers, served alongside locally sourced veggies, homemade dips, and local artisan beer. The result is a winning combination of uncompromising quality and a relaxed atmosphere, bringing the American diner experience to the heart of the Sharon area. @gozgozmeatburger

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