Alcazar to Zinc is Terence Conran’s exploration of his greatest passion: the 42 restaurants, bars, cafés, and delis he has created across London, Edinburgh, Manchester, Birmingham, Paris, Stockholm, and New York. In the book, Conran shares the thinking behind the success of Conran Restaurants, tracing the story of each venue and presenting their hallmark menus, alongside evocative photographs capturing both front-of-house life and behind-the-scenes moments. He reflects on the distinct challenges, design principles, and philosophies that shape each space, as well as their individual approaches to cuisine and service. Intimate and reflective, Alcazar to Zinc is a personal account of the work of one of the world’s most accomplished restaurateurs, offering an engaging glimpse into the richly dedicated world of food.
