Eyal Shani

HummusRoasted vegetablesSimple, flavorful dishes

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About Eyal Shani

Eyal Shani is renowned for his rustic, vegetable-centric cuisine. His restaurants emphasize simple preparations highlighting the natural flavors of high-quality ingredients.

★Awards & Recognition

★Michelin Star for Shmoné (2023-11-07)★Michelin Star for Shmoné (maintained) (2024-12-10)

Chef Timeline

1959

Born in Jerusalem

Culinary passion instilled by his grandfather, an agronomist and dedicated vegan.

2011

Opened first Miznon restaurant

Miznon (Tel Aviv)

Launched his Miznon restaurant chain.

2018

Opened first Kosher restaurant

Malka (Tel Aviv)

2022

Continued to operate multiple restaurants

Malka, Port Said, HaSalon, Miznon, Shmoné, etc.

Expanding his global restaurant group.

2023-11-07

Shmoné awarded a Michelin star

Shmoné

First Michelin star for a restaurant by Eyal Shani

2023-11-14

Opened Malka in NYC

Malka (NYC)

2024-09-17

Opened Malka in Dumbo, Brooklyn

Malka (Dumbo)

2024-12-10

Shmoné maintains Michelin star

Shmoné

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Key Information

Eyal Shani is renowned for his rustic, vegetable-centric cuisine. His restaurants emphasize simple preparations highlighting the natural flavors of high-quality ingredients.

Customer Perception

Generally positive, praising fresh ingredients, unique flavors, and lively atmosphere. Some criticism focuses on service inconsistencies and high prices.

Cuisine Highlights

HummusRoasted vegetablesSimple, flavorful dishes

News

Chef Eyal Shani skipped his Michelin award ceremony to cook for IDF soldiers.
Eyal Shani opened a new Malka restaurant in New York City.
Eyal Shani is opening a Brooklyn outpost of his kosher restaurant Malka.

Restaurants

Malka, Port Said, HaSalon, Miznon, Shmoné, Naked Tomato

Iconic dishes

Hummus, Roasted cauliflower, Salads, Seasonal vegetable dishes

Additional Details

Eyal Shani's cooking style is characterized by its simplicity and focus on seasonal produce. He's known for his minimalist approach, letting the quality of ingredients shine. He doesn't have formal culinary training from a specific academy. He's also known for his involvement in feeding IDF soldiers during wartime.