Keep up with the latest books, podcasts and restaurants being enjoyed by the Liminal team right now!

📚 Read: Batavia, by Peter Fitzsimmons

Something a bit different this month: Batavia, by Peter Fitzsimmons. If you’re looking for some summer reading that covers shipwreck, mutiny, murder, heroism, betrayal and everything in between, then this is for you.

Fitzsimmons tells the true story of the doomed maiden voyage of Dutch East India Company flagship Batavia in 1629, and the savage ordeal of its crew, stranded on a reef in the Indian Ocean.

A gripping and astonishing account of what people are capable of when they find themselves in extreme circumstances, fascinating for its historical detail and memorable for its cast of heroes, and mainly villains.

Get the book here.

🎧 Listen: PR Like a Boss – Crafting PR Gold with Carol Driver

In this standout episode of PR Like a Boss!, media veteran Carol Driver shares insights from her 25-year career in journalism and PR. Having written for The Times, The Telegraph, and Good Housekeeping, and worked with brands like Disney and British Airways, Carol offers practical advice for navigating the evolving media landscape, building meaningful relationships, and crafting standout stories. A must-listen for anyone working in comms or simply curious about what makes a great media moment.

Listen here.

🍴 Eat: Toklas, London

If you’re looking for an understated dining experience with exceptional flavour, Toklas is a hidden London gem. The space offers a calm escape; light-filled, modern, yet relaxed. A quiet retreat from the city buzz, where every dish feels intentional and the service is simply, exceptional.

The menu champions seasonal produce with Mediterranean influences, such as delicious Fried feta with honey and chilli, “the best carrots you’ll ever taste” – Slow grilled carrots with labneh, pistachio and sumac, or tantalising Portland crab Tonnarelli with chilli, parsley, lemon juice and olive oil that gets the tastebuds racing.

Make time for the nearby bakery before you go, their decadent delights are simply unforgettable.

Visit Toklas.