Épicerie Fine

Epicerie means grocery in French, and it’s true that the main section of this magical place is a deli offering cheeses, small pastries and fresh breads, pastas, spreads, wines, preserves, olive oil, and even flowers. Some of the products are imports from France, Spain, Italy and other European countries; others are blue-and-white boutique items. For owner Sigal Taitou, the shop is a direct continuation of her private home. “I bring into this place only what I would bring into my own home, in the fields of food or design,” she says. After purchasing a fresh baguette with fine French cheese, climb the stairs to the airy patio to sit, eat and breathe in the moment. Next to the patio, there’s another space vending beautiful table and bed linens, a mélange of antiques from Europe (think wooden cupboards from France and England), and newer accoutrements from Israeli designers and brands.