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From Frankie Solarik—the visionary behind Toronto’s critically acclaimed BarChef bar, and judge on Netflix’s Drink Masters—comes a book to challenge any preconceived notions of what a cocktail can be.
Available October 27th 2026
This follow up release to Frankie’s first book - The Bar Chef promises to provide an encyclopedia of resources for all aspiring mixologists, showcasing some of Solarik’s most intriguing compositions.
Dubbed a “legendary Toronto experimentalist” by The New York Times, Frankie is revered around the world for his modernist cocktails. His famed cocktails are all-encompassing culinary experiences that combine top-of-the-line spirits, molecular gastronomy, and edible components. With Modernist Cocktails, professional and home mixologists alike can try their hand at his multisensory creations.
VOLUME 1
THE BAR CHEF: A MODERN APPROACH TO COCKTAILS
This book is aimed at adventurous mixologists, enthusiasts who want to hone their skills and taste, and those who want to experience something of Solarik’s genius at home. This book is neither comprehensive nor “general.” Rather, it is a carefully curated sampling of Solarik’s creations, featuring challenging but achievable recipes, and oh so delicious.