Yotam Ottolenghi

It’s hard to remember what we used to cook before Yotam Ottolenghi burst into our culinary consciousness. His brand of colourful, vegetable-based food has transformed kitchens and tables the world over. Born in Jerusalem, Yotam was set to pursue an academic career after completing a master’s degree in comparative literature. However at age 30 he decided to move to London to become a chef, and his future was rewritten. His London restaurants have become cult destinations, his cookbooks are on everyone’s shelves, he’s a TV host, he’s one of the world’s most famous gay dads, and he’s one of the loveliest people you’re likely to meet. Show notes: Watch Yotam Ottolenghi in conversation with Adam Liaw  Listen to his 2014 conversation with Joanna Savill 5 things you don't know about Ottolenghi Win flights to London to visit his restaurant Nopi Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.