Yotam Ottolenghi Quotes & Sayings (Page 4)

“I love dishes that feature the various shades of a single colour, making you stop to check what's in there.”

“Orange blossom water would make a magical addition to your store cupboard.”

“Sea spaghetti looks like dark fettuccine and has a similar texture - you can get it in health food stores or online.”

“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.”

“The range of ingredients available to home cooks has expanded dramatically. People are incorporating herbs and spices like lemongrass, smoked Mexican chile, sumac, and za'atar mix.”

“Most pumpkin dishes involve scooping out the seeds, cutting off the skin, and chopping up the flesh before cooking.”

“On many occasions, an informal buffet and casual seating offer a little more intimacy than a loud gathering around a big table.”

“The kitchen is tough. It's one of the last bastions in civilized culture that sets out to crush the spirit.”

“There is nothing like a good old recipe. If it has lasted, then it is good.”

“Tossing doughnuts, fritters or fried dumplings in fennel sugar adds grown-up complexity without diminishing the indulgence factor.”