Inspired by her podcast Ruthie’s Table 4, award-winning chef and cofounder of London’s River Cafe Ruth Rogers presents a lively array of compelling stories about food—complete with recipes—from a dazzling roster of celebrities including David Beckham, Martha Stewart, Mel Brooks, and many others.

From Austin Butler to Salman Rushdie, and from Tina Fey to Jamie Oliver, the Ruthie’s Table 4 podcast hosts an extraordinary range of high-profile guests: creatives, politicians, athletes, artists, and other changemakers, all of whom, like their host, Ruth Rogers CBE, have a love for food and the vivid memories it evokes.

Now, Rogers, the chef and cofounder of London’s renowned River Cafe, presents a collection of essays based on her interviews, with favorite recipes chosen by the guests. Table 4 at the River Cafe is a celebration of food and how its preparation and enjoyment nourishes, unites, and enlightens.