The German Colony of Haifa was established by the Templers, a German Protestant sect, in the late 19th century. The Templers brought with them their German culinary traditions, which blended with the rich tastes and flavors of the Middle East. Over time, Haifa became a melting pot of different culinary influences, including Jewish, Arab, Druze, and international cuisines, with the German Colony as a central hub for this exchange. Today, the German Colony offers a vibrant and diverse culinary landscape that reflects its multicultural heritage.