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.
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
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
Aubergine siniya
A vegetarian twist on a Middle Eastern favourite
Indulgent fruit and nut energy bars
Celebrate Tu B'shvat with these fruit and nut-packed bars
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