TOAST Magazine

Each week we publish articles on books, artists, seasonal recipes, travel and the stories of our makers and materials.

The Appeal of Wilderness

As this year comes to an end, Elizabeth Metcalfe reflects on wild places and their enduring appeal.

6 years ago
Reflections from Tuscany | At Villa Lena with Olivia Cavalli Williamson

The chef and food stylist on her experience as chef-in-residence at the artist's retreat, Villa Lena.

6 years ago
A Curator's View | Kunstmuseum Den Haag

Yasmijn Jarram explores the relevance of contemporary art and its relation to society.

6 years ago
Emma Straub of Books are Magic | TOAST Insider

The American novelist and bookstore owner on running an independent business with community at its heart.

6 years ago
A Smoked Pine Recipe by Lens & Larder | Time to Make

Cliodhna Prendergast of Lens & Larder talks us through a festive breakfast from the forests of Connemara, Ireland.

6 years ago
Ben Walgate of Tillingham Wines | Meet the Founder

The East Sussex wine producer championing biodynamic viticulture.

6 years ago
In the Studio with Eileen Cooper

Chlo Ashby talks to the celebrated British artist, known for her figurative paintings of monumental, mythic women.

6 years ago
The Confessions of Frannie Langton by Sara Collins | Book Club

Jen Campbell reviews this reinvention of Victorian gothic fiction for TOAST Book Club.

6 years ago
A Stretch of Suffolk | Five Acre Barn

David Woodbine and Bruce Badrock explore their East Anglian landscape.

6 years ago
Sharmaine Lovegrove | TOAST Insider

The Berlin-based publisher on her passion for books and highlighting voices often excluded from the publishing mainstream.

6 years ago
Painting the Weightless and Undiluted Vitality of Open Water

Emily Ponsonby captures female forms submerged in the greenish-blue depths of water.

6 years ago
Marieke Verdenius of The Gatherists | Meet the Founder

Marieke on her journey, the meaning of gathering and tips for dressing a winter table.

6 years ago
A Winter Salad by Fanny Singer | Time to Make

Ahead of Thanksgiving, Fanny Singer talks us through her salad of bitter greens, sliced persimmon and pomegranate.

6 years ago
Alphabet Wrapping Paper with Rachel Hazell | Time to Make

A guide by Rachel Hazell for making bespoke wrapping paper.

6 years ago
Fox & Thorn | The Making of our Christmas Windows

We talk to Paula Ellis about the inspiration behind our golden Christmas windows.

6 years ago
Essence + Alchemy | Meet the Founder

Lesley Bramwell of Essence + Alchemy talks to us about natural scent and the energy of plants.

6 years ago
A Roundup of Gripping Thrillers | Book Club

Jen Campbell reviews the latest crime fiction and thrillers for TOAST Book Club.

6 years ago
The Pared-back Leatherwork of Kate Sheridan

The East London-based designer on sustaining the rich tradition of leatherwork in the UK.

6 years ago
In the Studio with Prudence Flint

Chlo Ashby talks to the Australian artist about her work painting strong female characters.

6 years ago
The Ritual of Scent

Exploring scent as a marker for time, occasion, ritual and expansive living.

6 years ago
Flux & Flow | A Single Photograph

We share the entries from our photographic competition, inspired by Flux & Flow.

6 years ago
Objects of Meaning | Ekta Kaul

The textile works of Ekta Kaul are intricately embroidered objects of place and belonging.

6 years ago
Skye Gyngell's Tunisian Orange Cake

A recipe from the sustainable Scratch Menu at Spring.

6 years ago
In the Studio with Painter Ella Walker

Painting, drawing and fresco form the basis of Ella Walker's artistic practice.

6 years ago