High-quality lunches, friendly banter, acts of kindness, and now, even a selection of top-notch literature and films: our chef, Paola, has put together a rich menu of unsolicited recommendations. Stories that explore life through the lens of food and cooking.
Recipe Book
COME TO ITALY WITH ME
2014
Embark on a journey of discovery through recipes, photographs and the worldview of one of Italy’s greatest chefs. Massimo Bottura’s book is a deeply personal collection of dishes and inspiration – the existential and culinary path of one of the most creative minds in Italian cuisine. Delectable.
Documentary
WE FEED PEOPLE
2022
World Central Kitchen is a non-profit organization founded by José Andrés, dedicated to feeding populations affected by war and disasters. Directed by Academy Award winner Ron Howard, this documentary is an emotional testimony to the commitment and life philosophy of the renowned Spanish chef. It showcases his efforts to bring food and light to the frontline, even in the darkest of times. Hearty.
Book
KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL
2000
Elaborate dishes often have something to hide. If there’s one chef who always avoided turning his plates into
a “spectacle” it was Anthony Bourdain. In this book, he reveals the ruthless truths of the restaurant world. To be devoured.
Show
A COOK’S TOUR
2002-2003
Food, on the go. An anthropological exploration of what’s on the plates of different cultures, from those who cook with butter to those who cook with oil, from lavish dishes to the most humble ones, and from Eastern to Western traditions. With genuine curiosity, Anthony Bourdain enters people’s homes to see what they eat. Utterly satiating.
Comic Book
ACQUOLINA, LA MIA VITA TRA I FORNELLI
2014
Life’s key moments through the eyes of the daughter of a chef and a gourmet. In this book, memories and emotions are paired with dishes, aromas and flavors. Lucy Kinsley blends the art of comics with a passion for cooking, delivering humor and a plethora of illustrated recipes. A delicious read.