Photography: Daria Reina; Courtesy of Passalacqua<\/p>\n
For all the talk of AI killing creativity<\/a>, there\u2019s no curbing the appetite for print\u2014especially for design-led coffee table books. Informative and inspiring, these gorgeous tomes whisk us off to new worlds through stunning photography and immersive stories.<\/p>\n Whether or not you\u2019re off to somewhere nice this summer, these books dedicated to the enviable Mediterranean lifestyle bring that feeling of long, lazy days and warm sunshine right to your shelf. Here are some worth reading and adding to your collection.<\/p>\n Passalacqua: A Love Letter To Lake Como<\/p>\n In just three years since opening, Passalacqua<\/a> is already etched in the history books as the first property to top the inaugural World\u2019s 50 Best Hotels list in 2023. Built on land originally owned by Pope Innocent XI and set in the former home of composer Vincenzo Bellini, this 24-key boutique hotel isn\u2019t short of stories to tell.<\/p>\n The De Santis family embarked on a top-to-toe transformation that features the work of local artisans and heritage makers so much so the hotel has become a living, breathing example of la dolce vita.<\/p>\n The real magic of this 18th century villa lies largely in its storied location in Lake Como. Overlooking the majestic lake and surrounded by terraced gardens dotted with 15 water fountains, it\u2019s not surprising that Passalacqua is the most desired stay in Italy.<\/p>\n Like the labor of love that is their hotel, the owners worked with Daria Reina and Andrea Ferolla on this beautiful book published by Assouline. Inside you\u2019ll find dreamy images, intimate stories and charming illustrations\u2014a portal into Passalacqua and a wonderful ode to the grandeur of Lago di Como.<\/p>\n Available exclusively on SenseofLake.com<\/a> and Assouline.com<\/a><\/p>\n Campania: Recipes & Wanderings Across Italy\u2019s Polychromatic Coast<\/p>\n Courtesy of Belmond and Apartamento<\/p>\n Due to the sheer number of food books published, they can sometimes look\u2014and feel\u2014the same. That can\u2019t be said for this particular Campania, which is chock-full of color, character and artistic photography. Following Liguria and Penang, this book is the third installation in Belmond and Apartamento\u2019s Recipes & Wanderings series\u2014an exploration of food and travel around the globe.<\/p>\n The focus is on Campania, a region described as Italy\u2019s culinary heartland, certainly high praise in a country that is incredibly serious about its food. Turn the pages and it reveals an eclectic mix of photographs by Lea Colombo, stories on local producers that craft delicious ingredients like mozzarella di bufala and Amalfi lemons, as well as essays from Elisa Carassai, Claudia Durastanti, and Margo Schachter.<\/p>\n When you get hungry, which is inevitable, the cookbook features 21 classic dishes to replicate at home. These time-honored recipes are taken from the kitchens of Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, as well as shared by the likes of Salvatore Giuliano, part of the family behind Mim\u00ec alla Ferrovia, a historic Napolitan restaurant established by his grandfather in 1943.<\/p>\n Available at Apartamento Magazine<\/a><\/p>\n Wine & Travel Mediterranean Islands<\/p>\n Photography: Neige Giacalone; Courtesy of Assouline<\/p>\n Is a sojourn across the Med ever complete without indulging in a bottle of its enticing wine? If you enjoy a glass (or two) of vino when you travel, this new addition to Assouline\u2019s Wine & Travel series is up your alley.<\/p>\n Penned by renowned sommelier Enrico Bernardo, Wine & Travel Mediterranean Islands traverses the region\u2019s mythical places where wine, culture and nature meet. Through beautiful photography (including some retro shots by Slim Aarons<\/a>), the book takes readers to the volcanic vineyards of Sicily, the airy corners of Corsica, as well as the hidden enclaves of Majorca.<\/p>\n Bernardo shares his expert and personal insight into the wine hotspots in the Mediterranean, offering a closer look not only on the terroir, but also the traditions and the people that shape the wine. Of course, it\u2019s also serves as a guide to the wines one must try (and take home), which include Assyrtiko from Greece, Cannonau from Sardinia and more.<\/p>\n Available at Assouline.com<\/a><\/p>\n MORE FROM FORBESForbesHotel Il Pellicano Marks 60th Birthday With Highsnobiety CollaborationBy Kissa Castaneda<\/a>ForbesGinori Terrace At The St. Regis Is Where Aperitivo Dreams Come To LifeBy Kissa Castaneda<\/a>ForbesArtist JR Uses Trains As His Canvas \u2014See Inside His Latest MasterpieceBy Kissa Castaneda<\/a>ForbesIs Quiet Luxury Over? 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