Product Description
Alcazar to Zinc is Terence Conran's study of his greatest passion - the 42 restaurants bars cafes and delis he has created in London, Edinburgh, Manchester and Birmingham, Paris, Stockholm and New York. Terence reveals the secrets behind the success of the Conran Restaurants and unfolds the history of each one, accompanied by their signature menus and illustrated with atmospheric photographs of the front of house as well as behind the scenes. He discusses the unique challenges and design philosophies of each establishment as well as its individual approaches to food and service. A deeply personal review of the work of the most successful restaurateur of our times, Alcazar to Zinc offers a fascinating insight into this dedicated world of food.
About the Author
Terence Conran is one of the world's leading designers, furniture-makers, restaurateurs and retailers. Over the past 20 years he has created an empire that has helped revolutionize the restaurant culture in London. He has written many books including The Essential Housebook, Terence Conran on London and Terence Conran on Small Spaces.
