Ori Menashe

About the Author

Ori Menashe is a visionary chef and restaurateur whose passion for Italian cuisine has redefined fine dining in Los Angeles. Born in Israel and raised in a family of food enthusiasts, Menashe honed his skills in renowned kitchens before co-founding Bestia, a bustling Trattoria that captures the raw energy of Roman osterias with a California twist. His debut cookbook, Bestia: Italian Recipes Created in the Heart of L.A., invites home cooks into his world, sharing over 120 recipes that blend traditional Italian techniques with innovative, locally sourced ingredients. Through his work, Menashe celebrates bold flavors, wood-fired mastery, and the joy of communal feasting, inspiring a new generation of culinary adventurers to embrace the vibrant spirit of Italian-American fusion.