FUSÃO

A NEW YORK TIMES BEST BOOK OF 2025

A WATERSTONES BEST BOOK OF 2025

AN ECONOMIST BEST BOOK OF 2025


'Jubilant fusion that's coherent and convincing but, above all, delicious.' Nigella Lawson

'Not many cooks can create this kind of magic with such incredible flair.' Yotam Ottolenghi

Brighten up your meal times with the flavours of Brazil.

Bestselling author, Ixta Belfrage has made a name for herself as one of the most exciting young talents in the food industry and in FUSÃO (translating to fusion in Portuguese), she brings all her signature creativity and flair to the food of her mother's homeland.

With recipes such as Moqueca fish burgers, Duck in golden tomato broth and Papaya & chocolate cake with citrus honey glaze, Ixta's recipes offer up fresh takes on Brazilian dishes and ingredients, along with explanations and substitutions for any hard-to-find ingredients. With stunning photography from Brazil and personal stories intertwined with vibrant recipes, this is food to share, excite and inspire.