The Gaza Strip Shuffle

So lately I've been going out to Rehov Azza (Gaza St) almost every night. It's basically the center of Jerusalem's young-adult pick up scene. If you're out for a good time, your best bet is to head straight for Cafe Rehavia, but there are definitley other viable options to explore.

Last night my friend Yishai and I started our foray into the abyss of the Gaza Strip at Zigmond. A tiny and friendly kitchen bar, frequented often by members of the 'bitza' (Jerusalem's urban religious dating 'swamp') . We had the vegetarian Kubbeh soup, and a glass of Gazzoz shel Pa'am i.e. 50's retro soda pop. The waitress was quite nice and I recommend the place if you're up for some low-key chit-chat, and mild amusement (you dirty old dog, you!)

We next went for drinks and second-hand smoke at Nona, a popular restaurant-bar. At least I think that's what it's called. The owner is a young gregarious fellow who was surprisingly enthusiastic when I asked him if he needs a bartender. He said not at the moment, but he took my number just in case. Well, operation Shlach Lachmechah is proceeding according to plan!