The Eucalyptus, Israeli restaurant near Old City walls in Jerusalem, Israel.
The Eucalyptus is an Israeli restaurant in Jerusalem that offers modern interpretations of Middle Eastern dishes. The chef Moshe Basson uses regional ingredients and traditional methods to create contemporary versions of classic recipes.
The restaurant was founded in 1987 in a parking lot in Talpiot, where a large eucalyptus tree inspired its name. It later moved to its current location in the artists colony of Hutzot Hayotzer.
The kitchen blends local ingredients with cooking techniques that have been used in this region for generations. Visitors can experience a way of eating that reflects the flavors and methods of the surrounding area.
The restaurant is located in the Hutzot Hayotzer artists colony and is open from 18:00 on Sunday through Thursday. On Saturday it opens later at 20:15, and it remains closed on Friday.
The restaurant offers a special feast called Shir Hashirim that includes multiple courses of regional specialties prepared from seasonal ingredients. This menu shows how the chef creatively works with what is available throughout the year.
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