Duration
1 hour
Best Time
Afternoon
Price
€€
Closures
Closed on Sunday, Monday
About Books for Cooks
Specialist cookbook shop in Notting Hill with an incredible selection of culinary books from around the world. The tiny test kitchen at the back prepares dishes from featured books for lunch each day. A paradise for food lovers and home cooks.
Insider Tips
Arrive between 12-1pm to try the daily changing lunch menu cooked from recipes in the books - it sells out quickly and you can browse while you eat.
Practical Details
Getting There
Address
4 Blenheim Cres, London W11 1NN, UK
Neighborhood
Notting Hill & PortobelloNearest Metro
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan for about 1 hour.
Books for Cooks is in the Notting Hill & Portobello neighborhood of London. The address is 4 Blenheim Cres, London W11 1NN, UK. The area is well-served by metro.
This works well at any time of day, though mornings tend to be quieter. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends.
Closed on Sunday, Monday. Check the official website for holiday closures and special hours.
Nearby in Notting Hill & Portobello
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