Phaidon

A major global celebration of classic and cutting-edge cocktail recipes that define the way we drink, wherever we are. Spirited is the most important book of cocktails from around the world – researched and collected for the home drink maker. It spotlights hundreds of cocktail recipes from the past 500 years and 60 countries, ranging […]

The first and only monograph on Klein, whose hyperreal and sexually charged images have captivated viewers for 30 years. One of the fashion industry’s most cunning provocateurs, photographer Steven Klein has created many of the most iconic images of our time. Klein’s photographs blur the line between fiction and reality, resulting in stunning tableaux that […]

Acclaimed Mexican chef Enrique Olvera presents the ultimate insider’s guide to preparing and enjoying authentic tacos. Enrique Olvera is known for the sophisticated Mexican cuisine he serves at his globally renowned restaurants, including the iconic Pujol, in Mexico City. However, his true passion is the everyday taco, which he regards as the most ‘democratic’ of […]

A cutting-edge illustrated survey of 75 contemporary tattoo artists from around the world who are pushing the boundaries of their art form. With nearly 700 images, Tattoo You: A New Generation of Artists showcases 75 rising stars who are redefining the industry. The first book of its kind, Tattoo You features artists curated by a global panel of experts, […]

An inspiring collection of luxury hotels and resorts and curated insiders’ guides in the definitive volume for year-round Alpine travel. This lavishly illustrated and engaging book is the authoritative guide to the most exclusive Alpine destinations in Europe. Notable hotelier Sebastian Schöllgen presents a uniquely curated selection of 84 luxury hotels from the five alpine […]

Visit the world’s most comprehensive and compelling museum in a single book – the ultimate gallery in your own home. Housing the finest art collection ever assembled, this classic format of Phaidon’s bestselling The Art Museum offers the ultimate museum experience without the boundaries of space and time. The rooms and galleries that live within […]

The Atlas of Car Design is a global survey of the world’s greatest car designs, featuring more than 650 of the most revered (and occasionally reviled) models, from more than 190 manufacturers and more than 30 countries…

The first comprehensive collection of Nest, the magazine that revolutionized the way we look at interior space and decoration. The brainchild of artist and designer Joe Holtzman, Nest magazine, published from 1997 to 2004, eschewed the conventionally beautiful luxury interiors of other magazines and instead featured non-traditional, exceptional, and unusual environments. The Best of Nest, […]

A fresh collection of more than 150 authentic, exciting pasta dishes from Barilla’s famed test kitchen. Pasta has transcended its humble origins to become one of the world’s best-loved foods. This master class on Italy’s most iconic ingredient presents 150 elegant, elevated recipes tested and perfected by Barilla, the world’s leading pasta brand. Home cooks […]

A bread-making masterclass for home bakers, featuring simple, satisfying breads, loaves, and rolls made from a range of flours, including gluten-free varieties. In The Bread Book, Éric Kayser – founder of the legendary French bakery Maison Kayser and bestselling author of The Larousse Book of Bread makes baking bread from scratch both accessible and exciting. […]

Discover over 550 much-loved recipes celebrating the rich traditions of regional and seasonal British cooking In The British Cookbook, author and food historian Ben Mervis takes readers on a mouth-watering culinary tour across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, revealing a cuisine as diverse as the landscape from which it originates. Part cookbook, part cultural […]

Brutalist architecture inspires a passionate response, be it adulation or contempt. There is no disputing, however, that the style produces some of the world’s most breathtaking buildings. This landmark volume documents the movement as never before, by profiling the architects behind the style. Featuring more than 250 historic and contemporary architects (organised alphabetically) along with […]

A masterclass in baking and working with chocolate, the Italian way – the latest title in the prestigious Silver Spoon family. The Silver Spoon kitchen is known throughout the world as the authoritative voice on Italian cuisine and the leading Italian culinary resource – this new book on everyone’s favorite ingredient features 100 of the […]

Recreate the Connaught Bar’s signature cocktails at home, with over 200 recipes for drinks and homemade ingredients. Step inside one of the best bars in the world and learn how the Connaught Bar’s virtuoso mixologists create 100 elegant cocktails – both contemporary and timeless classics – with easy-to-follow recipes and clear instructions on how to […]

Experience Africa’s vibrant food culture with 120 recipes from the continent’s most exciting culinary voices. Meet the culinarians who are setting the new African table. James Beard Award-winning author Alexander Smalls presents a vibrant library of home cooking recipes and texts contributed by 33 chefs, restaurateurs, caterers, cooks, and writers at the heart of Africa’s […]

The ultimate collection of the most innovative, beautiful, and influential products ever designed – now fully up to date. From the paper clip to the Eames Lounge Chair, the hundreds of everyday objects included in The Design Book span the last five centuries and shape our society in indelible ways. This extraordinary collection includes classic […]

A new edition of the iconic chef’s globally bestselling home-cooking book, published on the 10th anniversary of its first release. What does Ferran Adrià eat for dinner ― and how did he feed the hard-working staff at his fabled elBulli, the first ‘destination restaurant’, nestled on the Mediterranean coast north of Barcelona? The Family Meal […]

A visually stunning and personal guided tour of the remarkable interiors of one of the world’s most exquisite hotels. Art-world superstars Iwan and Manuela Wirth saw the poetry in a run-down hotel nestled in the depths of the Scottish Highlands, not far from Balmoral Castle, and utterly transformed it. Every inch of The Fife Arms’s […]

An A-to-Z compendium of more than 200 garden elements, styles, features, and ornaments for gardeners around the globe. Following the bestselling The Gardener’s Garden, garden expert and historian Toby Musgrave explores the creative art of garden-making through more than 200 elements and features. This is the ultimate reference guide, with entries ranging from Allée and […]

A selection of stellar contributors to the fabulous women’s magazine The Gentlewoman present a timely selection of thought-provoking, witty essays on manners, offering the modern woman viewpoints and advice on classic conundrums and totally contemporary matters. With contributions from a roster of The Gentlewoman’s impeccably engaging contributors and readers, including Ann Friedman, Eva Wiseman, Otegha […]

This ground-breaking book proves that eating gluten-free should never limit you on taste or culinary curiosity. With 350 naturally gluten-free recipes drawing from the broadest range of international food cultures, The Gluten-Free Cookbook brings home healthy cooking to an audience that is growing exponentially every day. This gorgeous book spotlights everyday dishes from more than 80 […]

Award-winning author Petty Pandean-Elliott tells the story of her Indonesian heritage through 150 much-loved and delicious recipes perfect for home cooks everywhere. Comprising more than 17,000 islands, Indonesia is renowned as The Spice Islands, home of aromatics such as nutmeg, mace, and cloves – evocative ingredients that suffuse its piquant cuisine. The Indonesian Table explores […]

Bake like an Italian with this latest Silver Spoon treasure – a culinary inspiration and go-to kitchen companion. The Italian Bakery is the first volume in the  Silver Spoon library to focus on dolci – the Italian term for all sweet treats. Dishes found in bakeries throughout Italy’s diverse regions come to life in 140 accessible classic […]

A unique exploration of the culinary imagination and creativity of a stellar array of international contemporary artists – a host of intriguing personal recipes shown through the artists’ own words and images. Creativity doesn’t stop at an artist’s studio door – for many, it continues into the kitchen. For the first time, more than 70 […]

The definitive collection of 350 authentic Korean recipes for the home cook, from a star chef and culinary historian. The Korean Cookbook celebrates traditional regional dishes and everyday food found in home kitchens from Seoul to Jeju Island. This stunning collection features more than 350 recipes organized into traditional Korean meals, including pantry staples, fermented foods, […]

An extraordinary celebration of the continent’s much-loved regional cuisines – with 600 delicious recipes. Rarely has the incredible range of cuisines from Mexico’s tropical coasts to the icy islands at the foot of South America been documented as comprehensively as in this collection. Global star chef and Peruvian sensation Virgilio Martinez curates, with a personal […]

Vibrant vegetarian home-cooking recipes, capturing the essence of the Middle East, from the award-winning author of the best-selling The Lebanese Kitchen. This glorious celebration of a bold vegetarian cuisine features 140 easy-to-make, bright, uplifting plant-based recipes, including classics such as falafels, hummus, and tabbouleh, as well as unique dishes reflective of region, religion, and culture across […]

A stunning, stylish, and authoritative A–Z celebration of the 500 greatest names in men’s fashion – an unprecedented guide. The Men’s Fashion Book is an unparalleled A–Z deep-dive into the designers, photographers, icons, and other creatives who have produced and inspired the most memorable looks in menswear – and are advancing today’s renaissance in men’s clothing […]

An essential guide to vibrant, vegetarian Mexican home cooking, including naturally vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free dishes. Vegetarian food is deeply woven into Mexico’s diverse culinary history. In this blockbuster recipe collection from the bestselling author of Mexico: The Cookbook, home cooks will discover delicious traditional and modern dishes made with corn, beans, spices, and the […]

The essential exploration of the design, history, and culture of the motorcycle – an icon of the machine age. Motorcycles are ubiquitous in the world’s streets and cities, evolving over decades in engineering and design to meet individual transportation needs. With the coming demise of the internal combustion engine and the rise of electric-powered vehicles, […]

An inspiring collection of idiosyncratic interiors assembled around eclectic collections of objects with life and history. The once rarified and exclusive world of antiques is bursting open thanks to a new generation of collectors. The New Antiquarians captures 17 of the spaces of these young connoisseurs, spirited interiors formed from unorthodox approaches to collecting and […]

An in-depth exploration of the birth of cooking, as charted by leading authority Ferran Adria’s elBullifoundation. This essential volume examines the foundations of cuisine, starting with its earliest sources. Tracing every element of the produce, implements, and skills involved in food preparation, it asks such timely questions as: is the choice of raw food an […]

Italy’s most trusted home cooking resource presents a richly illustrated exploration of the country’s unique regional cuisines. Italy is formed of 20 regions, each with its own distinctive history, culture, landscape, and recipes. Organized geographically, The Regional Italian Cookbook: Recipes from The Silver Spoon celebrates the astonishing diversity of Italy’s cuisine, showcasing the culinary identity of each […]

A gorgeous visual survey of the rose, exploring our enduring connection to one of nature’s most universally beloved flowers. From a couture Dior gown and a rose-adorned Barbie to ancient mosaics and Victorian Valentine’s cards, this curated collection of more than 200 stunning images celebrates the world’s most iconic flower. Discover the extraordinary ways the […]

Inspiration for stunning planting for your garden throughout the year – from Anna Pavord, one of today’s most inspiring and much-loved garden writers, author of the global bestseller The Tulip. First published in 2004, and now fully revised and updated, in this inspirational book, acclaimed bestselling author Anna Pavord selects 60 ‘star plants’ – from […]

The definitive collection of pasta recipes featuring this most iconic and popular Italian ingredient from the experts at the prestigious Silver Spoon Kitchen. Pasta is the perfect food. Low cost, healthy, and tasty, its versatility makes it a regular feature on home dining tables as well as on the most sophisticated of restaurant menus, either […]

Located off the Spanish Mediterranean coast, the Balearic Islands are renowned for their natural beauty, yet their cuisine has been largely underappreciated. This evocative recipe collection transports readers to the family kitchens, cafes, and markets of the archipelago, revealing a distinct culinary heritage shaped by the region’s geography. The islands’ most beloved dishes celebrate local […]

Exquisite cloth-bound edition of the classic art-history text – the ideal gift for every art connoisseur and student. For more than 70 years Sir Ernst Gombrich’s The Story of Art has been a global bestseller – with more than 8 million copies sold – the perfect introduction to art history, from the earliest cave paintings to art […]

‘Anyone looking for the most readable survey of the history of art from the sic] cave paintings to the 20th century should buy the new, beautifully produced pocket edition of The Story of Art, still one of the great classics of art criticism.’ – Independent A cornerstone of art history – in a compact yet […]

A playful, fact-filled exploration of the fascinating history of 35 famous pasta shapes with a delicious, child-friendly recipe perfectly suited to each shape In this ultimate book of pasta for children ages 7-11, 35 pasta shapes are brought to life through clever illustrations and fascinating facts to feed children’s imaginations – and their bellies! .

An inspiring collection of quotes from The Talks, a much-loved online magazine featuring candid interviews with visionaries. Over the last decade, The Talks has conducted more than 500 interviews with cultural visionaries – illuminating conversations with artists, actors, directors, chefs, fashion designers, architects, authors, musicians, and athletes. For this book, The Talks’ founders Sven Schumann […]

An inspirational introduction to growing and collecting tulips, set against the backdrop of a beautiful English garden, with expert tips and advice for gardeners. Tulips are one of the world’s most popular flowers, with over 2,500 varieties produced in the Netherlands each year. This spectacular book showcases a unique collection of rare and covetable tulips […]

Wander through The Ultimate Art Museum – home to the finest, most accessible works from around the world and across time. The imaginary art museum: an educational, inspiring experience without the constraints of space and time. Discover beautiful reproductions from pre-history to the present, arranged in easy-to-navigate, color-coded wings, galleries, and rooms, each with an informative narrative […]

From a world-renowned and beloved doctor, an accessible guide with 100 delicious tried-and-tested recipes for healthy living – to eat well, live well, and stay well. For the first time, Gary Deng MD, PhD presents to a general readership his unique, highly respected wellness approach, which is supported by scientific evidence and beloved by his […]

A guide to the art, artists, and culture of graffiti from the 1970s to today, as told by the taggers themselves. This major co-publication with the Museum of Graffiti chronicles the worldwide graffiti movement from its birth in the 1970s, through the street and train painting of the 1980s, to its emergence as an artistic […]

Get to know 100 of the most exciting rising-star chefs from around the world ― as selected by 20 culinary masters The international dining scene is a vast, ever-shifting landscape, and Today’s Special is perfectly positioned to help readers navigate it. Twenty of the globe’s leading chef-curators ― 10 men and 10 women ― have […]

The first major book in two decades by the pioneering underwater photographer, beloved as the ‘Audubon of the sea’. The ocean covers more than seventy percent  of our planet, and yet we rarely glimpse its depths – and especially its exquisite beauty  as documented by legendary photographer  David Doubilet. His work in and on water […]

The debut monograph from award-winning and acclaimed architecture and interior design practice Universal Design Studio – and the perfect expression of this award-winning studio’s ethos and approach: to design from the inside out. Universal Design Studio has spent two decades redefining the way people live, work, and interact. With offices in London, New York, and Shanghai, its diverse […]

In collaboration with IKEA, this inspirational study explores how to live more sustainably and well based on the experience of both ordinary and extraordinary lives, showing how small changes at home will work positively towards sustainability for our planet. Ever since the 1950s, IKEA retailers have visited homes all over the world to find out […]

145 simple and delicious vegan recipes from celebrated Icelandic cook and culinary celebrity/entrepreneur Solla Eiríksdóttir – perfect for home cooks starting out on their vegan journey or for those looking for new inspiration. For Solla Eiríksdóttir the key to successful vegan cooking is simple: easy-to-make recipes that are tasty and delicious. Here, she shows how […]

A ground-breaking global survey of today’s most innovative artists working with text. The inclusion of text in works of art was a revolutionary creative advancement of the twentieth century, with artists subverting traditional conceptions of ‘art’ and ‘writing.’ Younger generations of artists have continued to use the inherent readability of words to communicate ideas to […]

A fascinating reflection on the essence of cooking – from Ferran Adriá’s elBullifoundation. For groundbreaking chefs such as Ferran Adriá, cooking has reached a level of complexity where science, chemistry, and technology intersect with immense creativity and imagination. Adriá’s latest ‘Sapiens’ volume takes readers on a compelling journey to better understand the relationship between the […]

A stunning exploration of one of the hottest trends in garden design, nature-based planting with an eco-aware approach, featuring the work of leading designers such as Sean Hogan, Piet Oudolf, and Dan Pearson. Forget the mild, manicured gardens of the past: planting today is undergoing a revolution in taste and aesthetics. This is the first comprehensive […]

An immersive, timely celebration of more than 200 women product designers from the early twentieth century to the present day. This glorious visual celebration of the most incredible and impactful design ever produced by women designers flips the script on what is historically considered a man’s world.  Featuring more than 200 designers from more than […]

Brought completely up to date for this revised edition and now available in a compact new format, this new edition of Phaidon’s groundbreaking book presents art differently from all other compendia by revealing the huge diversity – or in many cases, the similarity – of artistic achievements around the globe. Images of more than 600 […]

The challenge of interpreting and recreating their own likenesses has proven irresistible to artists throughout the ages. Originally published more than 80 years ago and last revised in 2000, this wholly new edition for 2018 presents a selection of powerfully evocative works by many of the world’s greatest artists – from Dürer and Rembrandt to […]

This is the story of two places beloved by chefs and foodies worldwide – Lower East Side tasting-menu restaurant Contra, and its more casual sister, Wildair. The book exudes the spirit of collaboration and exploration that inspires the chefs’ passionately seasonal cooking style, boundary-pushing creativity, and love of natural wine. Narratives explore how and why […]

The world-famous chef René Redzepi’s intimate first-hand account of a year in the life of his renowned restaurant, Noma. A Work in Progress: A Journal is a highly personal document of the creative processes at Noma and the challenges faced by its chefs over a twelve-month period in an unspecified year of the restaurant’s history. […]

The fascinating inside story behind the cult French fashion label A.P.C. A.P.C. (Atelier de Production et de Création) was created as a reaction to the excesses of the 1980s, and the minimalist designs of founder Jean Touitou now have a cult following. This compelling book, published on the occasion of A.P.C.’s 30th anniversary, carries the […]

With 800 home-cooking recipes, America: The Cookbook is a celebration of the remarkable diversity of American food and food culture state by state. Features 50 essays and menus from a ‘who’s who’ of 100 foremost food experts and chefs. America: The Cookbook is the first book to document comprehensively – and celebrate – the remarkable diversity […]