For the cultured and the curious. Books and Bao specialises in translated literature, unique travel guides, delicious culinary experiences, and everything art related.
Cultural Travel
Explore the most beautiful heritage buildings plus historic and artistic places around the world with real curiosity and heart.
7 Best Things To Do In The Lake District (UK)
In the county of Cumbria in Northern England, you’ll find the Lake District National Park, one of the most popular…
The Most Beautiful Oxford Colleges (UK)
If you’re visiting Oxford, I’m going to guess it’s for one thing – exploring its world-famous university and its delightful…
A Perfect 4-Day London Itinerary for Book Lovers
London is one of the most bookish cities in the world, there’s no shortage of things you can get up…
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Latest Book Reviews and Lists
Read Books and Bao’s reviews of translated literature, author spotlights, essays, and translator interviews to discover something new.
Review: No Presents Please by Jayant Kaikini
No Presents Please Translated from the Kannada by Tejaswini Niranjana Published by Tilted Axis Press I love big, sprawling, bustling…
Review: The Revolt by Clara Dupont-Monod
Not long ago, my friend Taylor (of the publishing house Honford Star) offered an opinion about literature: that books longer…
10 Outstanding Japanese Women Writers
The publishing world, wherever in the world you are, is still dominated by men: male writers, editors, and publishers. This is despite the fact that the majority of readers around…
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Food and Drink
Discover delicious foods, food guides, and the best bars and restaurants around the world.
A Culinary Guide to South Korea (& Jeju)
If there’s one country’s food that has taken off on a global scale this past decade, it’s Korean food. Second…
The Ultimate Guide To Ramen In Japan
For anyone visiting Japan, eating ramen in a dedicated Ramen-Ya is a customary thing to do and taking some Insta-worth…
What to Eat in Tokyo (+ Ramen Guide)
Tokyo is a foodie’s dream! It’s a city with more Michelin stars than any other city on earth, and a…
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– Anitta Forna
