Book a table at Herbert Samuel (00972 3516 6516; herbertsamuel.co.il), one of the city’s smartest restaurants, serving great octopus, scallops and sushi. Main courses are around £18.
Stop at the lively Social Club (socialclub.rest.co.il) for an introduction to Israeli cuisine. Try a their seafood and fresh salads; main courses are around £13.
Do not leave without eating at Dr Shakshuka (drshaksuka.rest-e.co.il), a Jaffa institution. Order the tasting menu: shakshuka – tomatoes, onions and eggs served with meat stews and couscous. Only £14.
