TOAST Magazine

Each week we publish articles on books, artists, seasonal recipes, travel and the stories of our makers and materials.

Worn: A People’s History of Clothing | Book Club

Author Sofi Thanhauser on her exploration of five fabrics through society, gender politics and the planet.

3 years ago
Celebrating Slow Architecture with Peter and Thomas Randall-Page

We meet the renowned British sculptor and his architect son to discuss their decade-long project, the Art Barn.

3 years ago
Mariah Nielson | TOAST Portraits

Mina Holland meets with the design consultant and daughter of celebrated sculptor JB Blunk.

3 years ago
Geetie Singh-Watson | TOAST Insider

The ethical entrepreneur on preserving and reinvigorating The Bull Inn, Totnes.

3 years ago
Short Stories to Begin 2022 | Book Club

Jen Campbell’s favourite quick reads to kickstart the year. 

3 years ago
Laura Knight: A Panoramic View at MK Gallery

A look at the English artist celebrated for her paintings of marginalised communities, war and performers. 

3 years ago
In the Studio with Molesworth & Bird

We speak to Melanie Molesworth and Julia Bird about their seaweed design company, which is based between Lyme Regis and Cornwall.

3 years ago
Learning to Patchwork in Gee’s Bend, Alabama

An extract from author Victoria Finlay’s latest book, Fabric.

3 years ago
Elemental Compositions | Our Spring Summer Collection

This season we look to artists and makers creating dynamic objects using materials close to hand.

3 years ago
In the Studio with Potter Grace McCarthy

We speak to the east London-based potter about the process behind her artistic everyday pieces.

3 years ago
Edible Flowers: How, Why, and When We Eat Flowers | Book Club

Monica Nelson highlights blooms in culinary usage and how they have been integral to our cultures.

3 years ago
Botanical Compositions with Photographer Shelley Kirkwood

The New England-based creative on the process behind her dynamic yet delicate works.

3 years ago
Jen Campbell's Best Books of 2021 | Book Club

A round up of literary favourites published this year.

3 years ago
The Ancient Traditions and Modern-Day Rituals of Palo Santo

Natalie Shukur reflects on the grounding effect of lighting this calming wood.

3 years ago
Christmas at River Cottage with Lucy Brazier

We speak to the cook and writer about her latest book and share two festive recipes.

3 years ago
Magical Realism with Painter Nneka Uzoigwe

We speak to the London-based artist about her dreamlike work.

3 years ago
Encouraging Nature through Farming with Author James Rebanks

We speak to the writer and shepherd about his second book English Pastoral and his considered approach to agriculture.

3 years ago
Creating an Agriturismo in Devon at Glebe House

We speak to Hugo and Olive Guest about establishing their Devon guesthouse and share two recipes from the kitchen.

3 years ago
Sea and Sardinia, One Hundred Years On

Matt Collins follows D.H. Lawrence’s intriguing route across the island a century after the travel classic was first published. 

3 years ago
Repair & Revive | Three Knitwear Mending Stories

We trace the narratives behind a selection of pieces mended by our TOAST Renewal repair specialists.

3 years ago
Seeing Mushrooms through Myths, Music and Magic

Considering how fungi has captured the imagination of scientists, artists, musicians and writers. 

3 years ago
Festive Rituals | Our Christmas Windows by Fox & Thorn

Inspired by our seasonal theme of Rewilding, floral designer Paula Ellis has created festive suspended installations.

3 years ago
Wild Baking with Tom Herbert

We talk to the fifth-generation baker about outdoor cooking and share a recipe from his latest book.

3 years ago
Piranesi by Susanna Clarke | Book Club

Jen Campbell reviews the winning novel of the 2021 Women's Prize for Fiction.

3 years ago