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Yossi Shitrit

Tel Aviv, Israel

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Chef Yossi Shitrit is the visionary behind HIBA, a tasting menu restaurant in North Tel Aviv that showcases his passion for local, vegetable-forward cuisine.

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Hiba

Location

Derech Menachem Begin 144, Tel Aviv, 4692102

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With a deep respect for the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern food traditions, Yossi brings together the rich flavors, textures, and aromas of the region. At HIBA, guests experience a 12-course tasting menu, where precision and refinement meet raw, local ingredients in a modern and intimate setting.

Born and raised in Israel, Chef Shitrit has dedicated his career to exploring the fusion of traditional Arab-Israeli flavors with contemporary techniques. HIBA reflects his belief in honoring the land and its produce, offering a creative and fresh interpretation of Middle Eastern cuisine.

The restaurant’s minimalist design and open kitchen allow diners to witness the culinary process firsthand, with every dish telling a story of local farming, culture, and history. Chef Yossi Shitrit’s approach to cooking is a celebration of both the old and the new, blending tradition with modernity in a way that elevates Israel’s vibrant culinary scene.

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