About
The book did not begin as a publisher's project.
It was built from 12 years of daily service at Copenhagen's Osteria 16. While the recipes are grounded in Italian heritage, the physical book is an artifact of pure Danish design and class. Created by former Michelin Starred Era Ora chef Morten Kaltoft and artist Emil Alsbo, it brings Copenhagen's unmistakable minimalist flair to the printed page, pairing high end tactility with raw canvas and disciplined negative space.
For shops that know a book is also an object. Osteria 16 Cookbook No. 1 is a proven, premium title designed for curated design, lifestyle, and culinary shelves.
Printed with high production standards in Italy, it is a steady seller globally, moving consistently through staff picks and repeat interest rather than relying on a launch window fad.