Yotam Ottolenghi

Yotam Ottolenghi discusses his new cookbook, *Simple Too*, in conversation with chef and television host Carla Hall. The event explores how the idea of “simple” has changed in a world of constant notifications, while emphasizing Ottolenghi’s signature bold flavors and vegetable-forward cooking. He will share recipes designed to be flexible and achievable, including dishes that can begin with only a rough plan and still become satisfying meals.

Ottolenghi will also discuss techniques and ingredients featured in the book, such as simply dressed beans, black chickpeas, generous amounts of sesame, sweet-and-spicy combinations, pasta cooked directly in its sauce, and complete meals roasted in one tray. He will introduce the book’s “Fundamentals” chapter, which offers 15 ready-to-use flavor builders, including spring onion oil, green salsa, za’atar oil, confit tomatoes, and chili crisp. The conversation will also touch on Ottolenghi’s career and cookbooks, including *Plenty*, *Jerusalem*, *Simple*, *Flavor*, and *Sweet*, as well as his delis and restaurants.

When: October 8, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. ET

Showtimes: Doors open at 6:00 p.m.

Format: In-person and virtual event

Lineup: Yotam Ottolenghi in conversation with Carla Hall, chef, co-host of the YouTube show “Chewed Up,” former co-host of the Emmy Award-winning television program “The Chew,” and author of *Carla Bakes: Sweet, Savory, and from the Heart*

Tickets: In-person ticket with a signed book: $53. Virtual ticket: $15. A virtual ticket with a signed book: $53. Additional fees apply.

Seating: General admission. Limited premium seating is available, with reserved seating offered at select giving levels.

Venue: Sixth & I Historic Synagogue, 600 I Street NW, Washington, DC 20001

Accessibility: The event will be interpreted in American Sign Language. Contact Amanda to sit in the interpreted section or access the interpreted virtual feed.