Spirit & Spice - The Cinnamon Club

Stories & Recipes From London's Iconic Indian Restaurants

Vivek Singh

Photography by Jean Cazals

Celebrating 25 years of Vivek Singh’s iconic Cinnamon restaurants, this beautifully photographed book by Jean Cazals showcases signature recipes, stories, and the vibrant spirit and culture of modern Indian cuisine.

252 x 310mm

252 pages

Hardback

ISBN: 978-1-906506-86-5

£50

Subjects: Cooking

Publication 1st October 2026

Marking 25  years of culinary brilliance, The Cinnamon Collection celebrates the extraordinary journey of chef Vivek Singh and his acclaimed restaurants – The Cinnamon Club, Cinnamon Kitchen, and Cinnamon Bazaar. From the grandeur of Westminster’s historic dining rooms, to the vibrant streets of London’s spice markets, Vivek has redefined modern Indian cuisine, blending tradition with innovation and artistry. With photography by Jean Cazals, this beautifully crafted book captures the heart and soul of the Cinnamon world – the people, the places, and the plates that have shaped a gastronomic legacy. Featuring signature recipes, behind-the-scenes stories, and vivid imagery, The Cinnamon Collection is both a visual feast and an inspiring chronicle of flavour, creativity, and culture. A landmark celebration of one of Britain’s most influential restaurant groups – and the man who brought the spirit of India to the modern table.

Vivek Singh

Chef Vivek Singh is one of the most influential figures in modern British dining, celebrated for bringing Indian cuisine into the fine-dining mainstream. Since opening The Cinnamon Club 25 years ago, he has helped reshape how Indian food is cooked, presented and understood in the UK. Today, as CEO and Executive Chef of the Cinnamon Collection, Vivek oversees six restaurants and remains a prominent media voice through bestselling cookbooks and television appearances, including Saturday Kitchen. This anniversary book reflects a career defined by innovation, cultural dialogue and lasting impact.

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“The Cinnamon Club is the brainchild of celebrity chef Vivek Singh – and his flagship restaurant in London. If you haven’t eaten here yet, it’s one of the best Indian restaurants in the UK.”
Boutique Handbook, Katie Wilson

“With 25 years under our belt, it has begun to dawn on us what a massive achievement it is for a restaurant to still be going, given how much of the world has changed around us”
Gentleman Magazine

“It broke the mould of what people expected from an Indian restaurant. It pushed the boundaries and exploded the glass ceiling, particularly in how people perceived Indian food and how much money they would spend on it.”
The Caterer, Caroline Baldwin

“We celebrate the colour, the bustle, the boisterousness, the explosion of flavours and textures.”
Smashed, Andy Lynes

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