
Milla Jovivich reading on the beach. Photograph by Carter Smith for British Vogue. All outfits available on our favorite site: net-a-porter.com
When we’re not cooking, eating, wining or dining, we’re still always thinking about food. Now that summer is in full swing, what’s better than sitting by the beach with a great book that happens to also transport your tastebuds? As its not always practical lugging around our Mrs. Beeton’s Book of Household Management, we’ve put together a list of great summer reads perfect for foodies and non-foodies alike. Paired with these fabulous summer outfits, these literary escapes are a great way to indulge the soul.

Sweetbitter by Stephanie Danler. Sensi Studio mini dress and Dolce & Gabbana straw beach tote

The Chef’s Apprentice by Elle Newmark. Mara Hoffman bikini and Aquazurra wedges. Mediterranean Summer by David Shalleck. Melissa Odabach striped bikini and Zimmerman lace dress.

Heat by Bill Buford. Solid and Striped + Poppy Delevigne tunic and Andrea Fohrman necklace. The Billionaire’s Vinegar by Benjamin Wallace. L’Agent by Agent Provocateur cut-out swimsuit and Ileana Makri diamond earrings.