Borekas Sephardic Pastries

Made with rich ghee instead of oil or margarina, the flaky Israeli-style treats at this Sherman Oaks kosher takeout window are worth coming from out of the way. Open every day but Saturday, chef Uzi Wizman and his wife Gal Ben-goya lovingly churn out these oblong pastries and fill them with your choice of feta and spinach, mushroom and truffles, ricotta and za’atar or brown butter potatoes, plus a powdered sugar and chocolate option for dessert. Served with pickles, eggs, tomato pulp and red zhoug (hot sauce), one order of boureka makes for a hearty meal for one or a lighter snack shared among two. Tip: Skip the line and order ahead by calling 818-688-4588—you’ll breeze past everyone else waiting for their food, especially on Sundays.