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New York - September 6, 2012: Travelers to Israel can now experience an insider's view of the vibrant Mahane Yehuda food market in Jerusalem with new "Shuk Bites" guided food tours.
The Shuk Bites tours provide travelers with taste-testings of various items throughout the market, including fresh produce, boutique cheeses and breads, as well as organic coffee, pastries and international spices.
The unique gourmand experience also offers market maps and informative lectures providing insight into the natural health benefits of different items in the market, and ends with Jerusalem-style ice cream and halva, a sweet sesame-based dessert.
"The new Shuk Bites tours are an innovative way to experience one of Jerusalem's most delicious attractions," said Haim Gutin, Israel Commissioner for Tourism, North and South America. "We hope the new tours attract a new wave of gourmands to visit Jerusalem this year."
Often referred to as "The Shuk," Jerusalem's Mahane Yehuda Market features more than 250 vendors boasting everything from fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, fish, meat, cheese and spices to wines, liquors, clothing and shoes, as well as a mélange of local foods stalls and high-end restaurants.
For more information, visit www.machne.co.il/en. For more information on travel to Israel, visitwww.goisrael.com.
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