Ottolenghi

A modern culinary classic, Ottolenghi: The Cookbook is the groundbreaking debut cookbook from Yotam Ottolenghi and Sami Tamimi, the chefs whose vibrant, flavour-packed recipes transformed home cooking for a generation. Inspired by their childhoods in West and East Jerusalem, this celebrated collection showcases fresh ingredients, bold flavours, and inventive yet accessible dishes drawn from a rich tapestry of culinary traditions.

Originally published in 2008 and now available in an updated edition, this essential cookbook remains a favourite among home cooks and food lovers worldwide.

Key Features

• The original bestselling cookbook from Yotam Ottolenghi and Sami Tamimi
• Updated edition featuring all 140 original recipes
• Inspired by the flavours and traditions of Jerusalem and the Mediterranean
• Includes meat, fish, vegetarian, salad, bread, and dessert recipes
• Combines Middle Eastern, North African, Italian, Lebanese, and Californian influences
• New introduction reflecting on the book’s lasting impact
• Perfect for home cooks looking to explore bold, fresh flavours

Product Description

Ottolenghi: The Cookbook introduced a fresh approach to home cooking, championing colourful vegetables, exciting spice combinations, and inventive recipes that celebrate seasonal ingredients. Drawing inspiration from their shared heritage and diverse culinary influences, Yotam Ottolenghi and Sami Tamimi created a collection that continues to inspire cooks around the world.

The book features 140 recipes that range from impressive meat and fish dishes to quick and healthy salads, vibrant vegetable-based meals, and the bakery favourites that helped make Ottolenghi famous. Readers will also discover an irresistible selection of cakes, breads, and desserts that have become signature creations of the Ottolenghi brand.

Balancing creativity with practicality, the recipes are designed to be achievable at home while delivering restaurant-quality flavours and presentation.

Inside the Book

• Fresh and vibrant salads
• Vegetable-focused dishes
• Meat and fish main courses
• Quick and healthy suppers
• Middle Eastern-inspired recipes
• Signature Ottolenghi cakes and desserts
• Homemade breads and baked goods
• Seasonal and ingredient-led cooking

About the Authors

Yotam Ottolenghi and Sami Tamimi grew up in West and East Jerusalem respectively and developed a shared passion for food that transcends cultural boundaries. Together, they have become two of the most influential voices in modern cooking, celebrated for their innovative use of vegetables, herbs, spices, and bold flavour combinations.

Why You’ll Love It

Whether you’re already a devoted Ottolenghi fan or discovering his cooking for the first time, Ottolenghi: The Cookbook is an inspiring collection that encourages creativity, celebrates fresh ingredients, and delivers unforgettable flavours. Beautifully written and packed with recipes that have stood the test of time, it remains an essential addition to any cook’s bookshelf.