Food & Drink
Bringing together books that celebrate the art of cooking, the joy of dining, and the stories behind iconic culinary traditions. From innovative recipes to the history of your favourite dishes, these books will take you on a flavorful journey. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or an enthusiastic food lover, these recommendations will inspire your next culinary adventure.
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Aegean: Recipes from the Mountains to the Sea
Marianna Leivaditaki is a natural storyteller with a deep love for Cretan food. Growing up in Chania, she spent her childhood in the family taverna, collecting recipes and learning from local cooks.
Now head chef at Morito in Hackney, she brings a fresh, modern approach to Mediterranean cooking—celebrated for its simplicity, seasonal ingredients, and bold flavours.
Inspired by the sea, land, and mountains of Crete, her recipes celebrate the healthful Mediterranean lifestyle and the joy of sharing good food with others. This book is full of vibrant, achievable dishes that invite you to cook slowly, eat mindfully, and savour every bite.
WHY IT IS A FLUXX PICK
We’re fascinated by Greek food and culture, and this book beautifully captures both with authenticity and heart. Filled with stunning photography and wonderful recipes, it offers an inviting glimpse into the rich culinary traditions of Crete—blended perfectly with a fresh, modern touch.
Whether you’re a fan of Mediterranean cuisine or simply love inspiring cookbooks, this is a delightful celebration of flavour, heritage, and the joy of sharing meals.
COCINA MEXICANA: FRESH, VIBRANT RECIPES FOR AUTHENTIC MEXICAN FOOD
As featured in the Fluxx Cavita Marylebone restaurant coverage, Chef Adrina shares over 90 delicious recipes showcasing authentic Mexican cuisine.
Chef Adriana Cavita shares the rich, regional flavours of Mexico in this vibrant cookbook, blending authentic recipes with personal stories from her culinary journey. From street food to celebratory dishes and cocktails, each chapter explores traditional cooking techniques and the cultural roots behind them, offering a heartfelt introduction to real Mexican cuisine.
WHY IT IS A FLUXX PICK
We recommend this vibrant cookbook from Chef Adriana Cavita because it offers a truly authentic and personal journey through the rich culinary landscape of Mexico. Featured in The Fluxx’s coverage of Cavita, her celebrated Marylebone restaurant, this book brings her passion and heritage into your kitchen with over 90 thoughtfully crafted recipes.
What makes this book stand out is Adriana’s ability to blend deep-rooted tradition with contemporary flair. From street food favourites to celebratory dishes and cocktails, each recipe is infused with personal stories and cultural insight, making it more than just a cookbook—it’s a love letter to Mexican cuisine.
Whether you’re new to Mexican cooking or looking to explore it more deeply, this book is a generous, flavour-filled guide to real, regional cooking and the soulful traditions behind it.
THE CONNAUGHT BAR: COCKTAIL RECIPES AND ICONIC CREATIONS
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 recreate them at home. Alongside expert guidance for essential bar tools, glassware, and spirits, there are 120 additional recipes for homemade syrups, infused spirits, and garnishes that Master Mixologist Agostino Perrone and his team use to make their signature celebrated drinks, including the famed Connaught Martini.
WHY IT IS A FLUXX PICK
We recommend The Connaught Bar because it offers a rare glimpse behind the scenes of one of the most iconic cocktail bars in the world. Whether you’re a cocktail enthusiast, an aspiring mixologist, or simply love the art of elevated entertaining, this book brings world-class sophistication into your home bar.
With expert advice on bar tools, spirits, and glassware, this is more than a recipe book—it’s a masterclass in refined mixology. A true essential for anyone who appreciates the balance of flavour, craft, and ritual.
MOOD DRINKS: ALCOHOL-FREE COCKTAILS TO CREATE THE PERFECT MOOD
Non-alcoholic drinks are having their moment, and Gabriel Cabrera is your guide to this sumptuous world. Mood Drinks offers funny quips and delicious drinks and you'll find something here that perfectly fits your every mood. Each chapter artfully weaves together gorgeous photography inspired by fashion, design, and vintage art spreads with the beauty of the drinks themselves. In these chapters you'll drink to: Chill: Bitter, Smoky and Cosy Drinks: Cosy recipes that will pull you into a mellow embrace with drinks like the Sleepy Cherries, Smoking Guns and Roses, Bitter Dusk, and I m Not Your Baby. Uplift: Savoury, Spicy and Fizzy Drinks: Grab your day by the reins with the exciting flavours of a Shiso Cuke Sour, a Cocomoco Seltzer, a Thai Fizz, or a Guava Brava. Celebrate: Citrus, Floral and Fruit-Forward Drinks: Cheers the enchanting effervescence of a celebration with drinks like A Shot of Joy, Apasionado, As Pear My Last Email, and Fountain of Beauty. Discover: Funky, Fermented and Oddball Drinks: Take your palate to new heights with funky mixes like Grape Stallion, Purple Clouds, Sage Away, and Gochu Soda. These are non-alcoholic drinks that stun, sparkle and soothe, with punchy flavours and sexy styling so they look as good as they taste.
WHY IT IS A FLUXX PICK
We’re recommending Mood Drinks not just because it’s packed with clever and crave-worthy recipes, but because it redefines what non-alcoholic drinking can be. Gabriel Cabrera doesn’t just remove alcohol from the equation—he replaces it with creativity, character, and a dash of irreverent fun.
It’s perfect for the design lover, the cocktail connoisseur, or anyone looking to elevate their hosting game without the hangover. With its fashion-forward photography and mood-based approach, this book feels as much at home on a coffee table as it does in the kitchen. In short: it’s a refreshing take on modern indulgence.