Beating Sress – Gal's Bakery, Ha-Nassi Boulevard, Haifa, Israel

Loyal to traditional recipes from around Europe, Gal’s Bakery serves up poppyseed babka, cremeschnitte (custard slice), chausson aux pommes (apple pastry) and a medley of other sugar-dusted delights. The greenhouse-style dining area, with wicker chairs and cacti, is a soothing place to linger over coffee or brunches such as shakshuka (eggs baked in piquant tomato sauce).