Chef ענר בן רפאל

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About Chef ענר בן רפאל

Aner Ben-Rafael Forman is an acclaimed Israeli chef and co-owner of two notable restaurants in Tel Aviv: Treysar (תריסר) and Telem (תלם). His restaurant Treysar has been recognized as the 'Best New Restaurant'.

★Awards & Recognition

★Best New Restaurant (for Treysar) (unknown)

Chef Timeline

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Became Owner and Chef

Treysar

Co-owner and chef of Treysar restaurant in Tel Aviv.

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Became Owner and Chef

Telem

Co-owner and chef of Telem restaurant in Tel Aviv.

2024-03

Participated in Event

Participated in the Israeli Cuisine Festival and Awards 2024, featured on March 27th.

2024-08-16

Responded to Critic's Review

Treysar

Responded to Sagi Cohen's critical review of Treysar regarding pricing and dining experience.

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Customer Perception

Customer perception appears to be mixed but generally positive, with Treysar being described as 'one of the most highly regarded restaurants in Tel Aviv' and 'truly an excellent restaurant'. However, it has also faced criticism from a prominent food critic regarding 'exorbitant prices' and a perceived emphasis on the chef's narrative over the dishes themselves.

News

August 16, 2024: Chef Aner Ben-Rafael Forman responded to a critical review by Haaretz restaurant critic Sagi Cohen regarding his restaurant Treysar. Cohen criticized the 'exorbitant prices' and the restaurant's approach, while the chef defended his establishment, which is otherwise highly regarded and won the 'Best New Restaurant' award.