Nick Kokonas is the co-founder and co-owner of Alinea, the acclaimed three-Michelin-starred restaurant in Chicago, and The Musket Room in New York. Beyond the kitchen, he's an author and investor with a passion for exploring ideas at the intersection of science, philosophy, and human behavior. His reading reflects both his practical interests in food and business and his broader philosophical pursuits.
5 Books Recommended by Nick Kokonas
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The Black Swan
10 people recommendedrecommended 2xGreat; itβs fine.
Great; itβs fine.
Also recommended by: Naval Ravikant, Bill Gates, Jeff Bezos, Ev Williams, Pavel Durov, Art De Vany, Edward Norton, James Altucher, Ryan Shea

Fooled by Randomness
9 people recommendedAlmost everyone in my office is forced to read [this book].
Also recommended by: Naval Ravikant, Ev Williams, Howard Marks, Art De Vany, James Altucher, James Clear, Ryan Shea, Derek Sivers
On the Nature of Things
2 people recommendedrecommended 2xRead [this book].
Read [this book].
Also recommended by: Stewart Brand
The Swerve
2 people recommendedrecommended 2xGreat book.
Great book.
Also recommended by: Mark Manson
Blue Trout and Black Truffles
recommended 2xIt was written just after World War II by an ex-serviceman.
It was written just after World War II by an ex-serviceman.
