Israelis eat a lot of typical Mediterranean cuisine, including dishes like falafel, hummus, shakshuka, and shawarma, as well as typical Jewish cultural cuisine from around the world. You are likely to encounter traditional Jewish delicacies such as challah bread, rugelach, kugel, halva, and many fresh fruits and vegetables native to the region, namely pomegranates, figs, and dates. Also, ice cream, pizza, and french fries are unlikely but incredibly popular foods you’ll find almost everywhere in Israel.