“Wildly, warmly and wonderfully readable and revealing.”
Stephen Fry
In his first book, Jeremy King shares wit and wisdom from a 40-year career and offers deep insight into some of life’s most intriguing issues and describes his life in hospitality with insightful anecdotes and well-earned wisdom.
Owing to the curious intimacy between restaurateur and guest, Jeremy has witnessed countless heartbreaks, failures, challenges and celebrations. His advice has been sought widely over the years, and here he gives a series of valuable reflections on everything from the art of a quick ‘no thanks’ to trickier dispute resolution. Restaurants are microcosms of life, and the skills learnt in hospitality – such as communication, empathy and discipline – can be profoundly beneficial for everyone.
Jeremy talks of the alluring mystery of solo diners, misperceptions about which are the best tables, and why you should always look a waiter in the eye. Alongside the secrets of his one-of-a-kind restaurants, he also shares memories of stand-out guests like Lucian Freud, Harold Pinter and Lauren Bacall.
WITHOUT RESERVATION: Lessons from a Life in Restaurants is available to purchase from Arlington directly, good bookshops and online here. RRP £25.
