Created by chef Marcin Mróz and his wife, photographer Jenn Smucker Mróz, this book grew from the idea that surfing is more than what happens in the water. Part surf book, part travel journal, and part cookbook, it follows the places surfing has taken us, the people we’ve met along the way, and the food and the culture that connects them.

This book spans the 10 years Marcin and Jenn surfed, cooked, and traveled the world together. Surf Life Kitchen’s coffee table book was independently published, all photos were taken by Jenn and Marcin and all recipes were written by them.

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Surfing, traveling and eating well…..

This photo book has 3 parts: Surf - waves and seascapes | Life - life beyond the waves, inspired by the friendships and connections we’ve made along the way | Kitchen - recipes inspired by our travels.

The surf photography focuses less on the surfer or maneuver and more on the mood of the moment - the light, the water, and the feeling of being there. We leave the surf spots unnamed, letting the images speak for themselves.

Surfing leads us to the waves but it also opens the door to exploring beyond the beach. Sometimes the search for waves requires days long, overland journeys often passing through beautiful towns and regions you may not otherwise encounter. Learning a few local words is always an appreciated gesture and we find people are generally welcoming and proud to share their culture.

Some of the best meals we’ve had have been in small villages, prepared by a grandma the way her grandma taught her, using simple, local ingredients. When products are high quality, simple preparation allows them to shine. The recipes featured in this book were created from these experiences - from wonderful meals, shared recipes and market finds we couldn’t wait to recreate when we got back home.