“Way back when I was a junior pastry chef, I'd bake loads of muffins every morning, as many as 120 or so, while operating on autopilot.”

Israeli chef and food writer, Ottolenghi is best known for his approachable yet innovative Middle Eastern-inspired recipes. His collaborations with Samin Nosrat and co-authored cookbooks, including *The Ottolenghi Book*, have made his work a staple in modern home kitchens.