Sami Tamimi
Sami Tamimi is a renowned Palestinian chef and co-owner of the popular London-based restaurant group Ottolenghi. Known for his expertise in Middle Eastern cuisine, he gained international acclaim for his work alongside fellow chef Yotam Ottolenghi, with whom he authored the bestselling cookbook 'Jerusalem.' Tamimi's culinary creations reflect his heritage and the rich flavors of Palestinian food, showcasing dishes that celebrate the cultural significance of shared meals. His passion for food as a means of connection and understanding is particularly poignant in discussions about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, where he advocates for peace through culinary harmony.
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Sami Tamimi is a Palestinian chef and longtime collaborator of Yotam Ottolenghi who has been outspoken about the hunger crisis in Gaza.
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Canada· 2025-12-18
Sami Tamimi celebrates Palestine’s culinary heritage in the article.
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United Kingdom· 2025-12-06
Sami Tamimi is the author of 'Boustany: A Celebration of Vegetables from my Palestine'.
Sami Tamimi’s recipes for prawn and tomato stew with fregola, and herby quick-pickled vegetable salad | Middle Eastern food and drinkUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-17Sami Tamimi is a Palestinian chef who contributed to the ebook aimed at supporting Palestinian civilians.
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Italy· 2025-08-02
Sami Tamimi is a Palestinian chef and food writer whose first solo cookbook is an emotional culinary ride down memory lane through the bountiful seasons of his homeland.
A Palestinian chef’s quest to preserve his heritage, one dish at a time: ‘This is a political act’ | Palestinian territoriesUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-16Sami Tamimi shares his brunch recipes from Palestine, including frittata and bean dishes.
Frittata, ‘egg and chips’ and a bean feast: Sami Tamimi’s brunch recipes from Palestine | FoodUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-02Sami Tamimi is an acclaimed Palestinian chef who promotes and preserves Palestinian culinary heritage through his cookbooks and restaurants.
Palestinian chef Sami Tamimi on cooking and cultural preservation amid the destruction in Gaza - Culture
Pakistan· 2025-06-27Sami Tamimi celebrates garden produce in his new cookbook.
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New Zealand· 2025-06-21Sami Tamimi is a chef and business partner who grew up on different sides of the divided city and co-authored a book discussing the potential of food to unite people.
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South Africa· 2025-04-20
