Kys Maden

“The first cookbook I collaborated on with chef Nikolaj Kirk and photographer Columbus Leth was Kys Maden (or Kiss the Food in English). Kys Maden weaves together Kirk’s poetic reflections and heartfelt recipes with Leth’s exquisite photography. “

The book unfolds as a visual narrative, intertwining the color of love – red – with striking black-and-white close-ups of nature. The result is a thematic exploration celebrating the deep, emotional connection between food and feelings.


Discipline

Graphic Design

Photographer

Columbus Leth

Client

Lindhardt & Ringhof

Year

2002

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