Amir Batito
Born and raised in Israel, I was fascinated by cooking ever since I was a little boy. I still cannot say who was a better cook - my mum or my grandma - but they both taught me a lot.
After travelling the world, I returned to Israel and studied pastry in Israel's largest culinary school. I may have started my path in the kitchen as a pastry chef, but I was drawn to the other side of the kitchen quite quickly.
After working with the Machneyuda group followed by launching one of Israel's finest boutique hotel, I settled in the UK and have worked with renowned companies such as Jamie Oliver and Tony Page.
For me, food is a way to connect to people, exploring and discovering new realms.
Matbucha: Moroccan tomato and chilli dip
Make the most of summer tomatoes with this punchy Middle Eastern dip
Raspberry matzah brei
Turn a Pesach classic into a decadent brunch.
Beef short rib with silan, shallots and pomegranate molasses
The ultimate simple Seder dinner.
Recipe: Basque cheesecake
Dreamy, creamy, dark and simple - you won't regret trying the latest cheesecake trend
Recipe: Lamb and apricot stuffing
A deliciously versatile recipe with serious no-waste cred
Amba creamed corn with roasted sea bass
A Middle Eastern twist on US classic chowder
Whole amba chicken in a turmeric crust
Dress up your Friday night chicken with amba plus this crunchy crust.
How to make amba sauce
This cheat version of the fermented mango sauce is a delicious flavour bomb for your kitchen
Wings of change
Tender, crisp chicken wings coated in spicy lemon harissa sauce - perfect with an icy beer
Watermelon and lime feta fizz cocktail
Trust us - this is delicious, and perfect for a Royal toast
Recipe: Summer berry labneh roulade
The perfect celebration bake - with a Middle Eastern twist
Recipe: Cherries Sababa
A Middle Eastern twist to classic dessert Cherries Jubilee to celebrate the Queen's big day
Sweet sumac ptitim pudding
A Middle Eastern take on a British comfort classic
Celery, fig and pistachio salad
This fresh, vibrant salad is the perfect combination of sweet, tangy and crunchy
Freekeh figs in citrus sauce
Seasonal figs are filled with a hearty grain-based stuffing for a Succot special dish
Sea bass, pomegranate, mint and green chilli carpaccio
Add a pop of colour to your festive table
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