SIMPLE Cafe

07/22/2026

Lamb chops, natural wine, and hot summer nights in Williamsburg.

05/07/2026

20 years later…
back in my kitchen.
Still cooking. Still creating. Still here. 🤍📿

05/07/2026

20 years later…
back in my kitchen.
Still cooking. Still creating. Still here. 🤍📿

08/29/2025

If you’re staying local and avoiding traffic this weekend, come hang with us at Simple!
We’re celebrating Labor Day with a special Happy Hour from 4–7PM all weekend long easy drinks, good vibes, and your favorite faces.
Our simple, stylish community of regulars will be doing a street-style closet clean-out sale right on the corner. Come browse, shop, and support some local gems.
And Monday Brunch.
Because after a long weekend, you’ll need something comforting and delicious to bring you back in.

08/29/2025

06/25/2025

06/25/2025

In this industry, we show up — no matter what’s going on behind the scenes. The kitchen gets hot, the team finds rhythm, and the day begins. It’s a beautiful kind of consistency — something I’ve come to lean on.

These past months, I’ve quietly gone through some personal losses. I didn’t talk much about them. Not because I didn’t feel them — but because sometimes, it’s hard to find the words when the heart is still catching up.

Grief has a strange way of working. It shows you who and what really matters — the bonds, the presence, and yes, the absence too.

But even in those quiet, painful moments, I’ve kept going. And now, little by little, I’m getting back on my feet.
Not in some dramatic way — just steadily. Honestly. With a deeper appreciation for the people and moments that bring light.

The kitchen helps. The work helps. The people help.
And to those who’ve shown up — checked in, supported from near or far, or simply stood with me in spirit — I see you. I thank you.

06/25/2025

In this industry, we show up no matter what’s going on behind the scenes. The kitchen gets hot, the team finds rhythm, and the day begins. It’s a beautiful kind of consistency something I’ve come to lean on.

These past months, I’ve quietly gone through some personal losses. I didn’t talk much about them. Not because I didn’t feel them but because sometimes, it’s hard to find the words when the heart is still catching up.

Grief has a strange way of working. It shows you who and what really matters the bonds, the presence, and yes, the absence too.

But even in those quiet, painful moments, I’ve kept going. And now, little by little, I’m getting back on my feet.
Not in some dramatic way just steadily. Honestly. With a deeper appreciation for the people and moments that bring light.

The kitchen helps. The work helps. The people help.
And to those who’ve shown up checked in, supported from near or far, or simply stood with me in spirit I see you. I thank you shukran

05/28/2025

A cute, bright salad for spring and summer 🌿🍊
Shaved fennel, juicy orange, wild arugula, toasted almonds, and a drizzle of mint oil.
Crisp, citrusy, and full of good vibes.

04/27/2025

Finally sharing a little about Mazagran : a refreshing old-school Algerian coffee served cold, often mixed with lemon for a bright, citrusy kick. Excited to say I’ll have a full episode on Epicurious series coming soon, showing how to prepare it the real way and more … Stay tuned!

04/27/2025

Finally sharing a little about Mazagran : a refreshing old-school Algerian coffee served cold, often mixed with lemon for a bright, citrusy kick. Excited to say I’ll have a full episode with Bon Appétit TV coming soon, showing how to prepare it the real way. Stay tuned!