Books

The Artists’ Cookbook , published by MoMA in 1977, is a rare glimpse into the kitchens of creative giants. It features recipes and conversations from 30 prominent artists.This book treats the kitchen as an extension of the studio. It shows that for these creators, cooking was another form of expression. It is a mix of culinary history and intimate biography.

In Wild: An Elemental Journey , Jay Griffiths explores how indigenous cultures maintain a symbiotic relationship with the natural world. Based on years of travel from the Amazon to the Arctic, she argues that true wildness is a state of deep, creative connection rather than unmanaged chaos. The writing rejects standard travel tropes, offering a gritty and direct look at societies that live as part of the earth rather than its owners. It serves as a pragmatic study of human be

Carlos Moreno reminds us that a livable city isn’t just about transport or infrastructure. It’s a city where everything you need – including food – is 15 minutes from home. Neighbourhood markets. Food shops. Spaces where community gathers around food. Not anonymous supermarkets you can only reach by car. For Movimento Metropolitano, this is essential: food is the first element of urban quality of life. It’s democracy, culture, social connection. A 15-minute city is a city whe

The Culture Map by Erin Meyer is a guide to understanding cultural differences in global business. It explains how communication styles and workplace hierarchies vary across cultures, often leading to misunderstandings. Meyer provides a framework to navigate these differences and offers practical advice for leaders to succeed in international environments.

Through case studies from history, neuroscience, and even fruit flies, the book shows that intoxication played a vital role in the rise of civilisation. It argues that without our love for alcohol, large-scale societies wouldn’t have been possible.

Ryan Gravel argues that decades of urban sprawl have isolated our communities and created unsustainable traffic and health problems. He proposes that cities must remodel and augment their infrastructure to physically connect neighbourhoods and foster a healthier, more satisfying, and walkable way of life.

The Physiology of Taste is a philosophical and witty 1825 reflection on gastronomy by Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin. It argues that food is central to human existence, profoundly shaping society, culture, happiness, and morality, not just providing nourishment. The work positions the art of eating as a universal language and a powerful tool for social cohesion and personal joy. Its themes on the destiny of nations and the significance of taste remain highly relevant today.

Drawing inspiration from ancient Zen temples, Shojin ryori is the art of Japanese vegan cuisine. This culinary philosophy focuses on...

In Bread & War , journalist and food writer Felicity Spector travels through war-torn Ukraine, sharing meals and hearing the...

This book is a truly modern guide to cooking with pulses, highlighting their potential as a healthy, affordable, and sustainable protein...

This book tackles the great GM food debate head-on. Seventy-five percent of our food contains genetically engineered ingredients, yet the...

In this essential exposé, Food Politics , Marion Nestle reveals how the food industry’s relentless pursuit of profit directly impacts our...

The Last Sweet Bite is a moving book that explores how people in conflict zones use food to preserve their culture and identity. Written...

Joseph Stiglitz's book challenges the idea that free markets bring freedom for all. He argues these markets actually limit people's...

Cucina Povera by Giulia Scarpaleggia is the soul of Italian food and the book celebrates l’arte dell’arrangiarsi , or the art of making...

Dive into Japanese culture through its cuisine with Itadakimasu! The Food Culture of Japan by Becky A. Brown. This book explores...

So, Okinawa. An island, you know, famed for its centenarians. Not by accident. This book? It’s not just another recipe collection. It’s...

This authoritative book unpacks the deep connections between this timeless diet, nutrition, and wellbeing. It explores historical roots,...

Dan Buettner’s cookbook unveils 100 simple, delicious recipes from the world’s ‘Blue Zones’ – where people live longest. These dishes,...

This book explores how  understanding our dietary past is crucial for tackling present health crises . It reveals how  ancestral diets...