BOOKS BY BELMOND
Explore a curated collection of exceptional book collaborations with Belmond
Belmond's three book collections are produced in partnership with expert publishers around the world, each providing a fresh take on a Belmond property or region. In partnership with Apartamento, our cookbooks are a celebration of our deep connection with local terroir, time-honoured suppliers and treasured recipes. With RVB, our photobook collection features some of the best known names in contemporary photography as they explore our world through their lens. And with Assouline, our coffee table books are the definitive take on the most legendary destinations around the world, captured in rich photographic detail. All three collections celebrate the unapparelled ability of tactile print to tell extraordinary stories.
APARTAMENTO: RECIPES & WANDERINGS
El Bajío: Recipes & Wanderings Through Mexico’s Heartland
El Bajío captures Mexico’s agricultural heartland, where mountain plateaus and vibrant traditions inspire every dish. Featuring photography by Heather Sten, a foreword by Enrique Olvera and recipes from Rubén Yáñez Hernández and guest chefs, this cookbook celebrates the region’s rich produce, timeless techniques and soulful flavors rooted in generosity and community.
Campania: Recipes and Wanderings Across Italy’s Polychromatic Coast
Campania leads you through Italy’s culinary heartland, from Naples’ lively streets to Cilento’s olive groves, bringing its spirit to your kitchen. Featuring photography by Lea Colombo, essays by Claudia Durastanti, Margo Schachter and Elisa Carassai and 24 recipes curated by Darina Allen and celebrated chefs, this cookbook honours Campania’s iconic dishes and producers.
Penang: Recipes and Wanderings Around an Island in Malaysia
Penang offers a window into Malaysia’s vibrant culinary world, where spice-filled air and bustling markets inspire home cooking. Featuring photography by Luo Yang, essays by Kirthanaa Naidu, Tash Aw and Anna Sulan Masing and 23 recipes curated by Chef André Chiang, Malcolm Lee and Abby Lee, this cookbook celebrates Penang’s iconic dishes and local producers.
Liguria: Recipes & Wanderings Along the Italian Riviera
Liguria brings the romance of Italian fishing villages and the Ligurian Sea breeze to your kitchen. Featuring photography by Laura Jane Coulson, essays by Luca Cesari, Andy Baraghani and Gilda Bruno and 22 recipes by Chef Corrado Corti with guest contributions, this cookbook celebrates local flavours, producers and iconic dishes like Pesto alla Genovese and Spaghetti alla Elizabeth Taylor.
Assouline: Legendary Destinations
Peru: An Odyssey Across a Time-Honored Land
After 25 years in Peru, Belmond and Assouline present Peru: An Odyssey Across a Time-Honored Land, an inspiring journey through the country’s most captivating destinations.
Showcasing Belmond’s iconic hotels and trains from Lima’s Miraflores Park to the Andean Explorer, the book celebrates Peru’s culture, landscapes and adventurous spirit. With photography by leading artists and text by journalist Catherine Contreras, it beautifully unites vivid imagery with storytelling on why this country draws adventurers world-over.
Splendido: The Radiant Stage of Portofino
Following Splendido’s renovation by Martin Brudnizki Design Studio, Belmond celebrates this timeless Portofino icon with a new book with Assouline.
The book offers a visual journey through Splendido’s heritage, showcasing the charm of Portofino and the new Villa Beatrice. Delve into the spirit of the Italian Riviera with photography by Chris Rhodes and others, alongside text by British journalist Matthew Bell.