2 Intro
8 Letter from F
12 Stream Spots
Different spaces that respect the importance of water
16 Exploring Water
Scientific knowledge about water
20 Water from Nature
Water treatment plants in Tampere, Finland, and Berlin, Germany, manifest the value of tap water as a public good
38 Alchemy of Drops
The effects and uses of water explored through four foods: coffee, bread, beer, and sushi
57 Academic Manual
Basic knowledge to better understand water
72 F Cut
The exuberant vitality of water that flows and changes in shape
Interview
80 Esben Holmboe Bang
Maaemo’s owner-chef and star of Oslo’s lively culinary scene zeroes in on the intrinsic characteristics of ingredients in pursuit of sensible dishes
86 Anika Madsen
The head chef of Iris tells compelling stories and shares holistic and artistic culinary experiences that please all the senses
98 From Spring to Sip
Premium water brand Ose Water that encapsulates the spectacular nature of southern Norway
106 The Giants
Four water brands that have changed the landscape of the market
112 Pure Life
A glimpse into the lives of water lovers who appreciate the value of water
Interview
128 Alexei Levene
Cofounder of Desolenator, world’s first desalination system using 100 percent solar power
134 Magical Transformers
Water purifiers that stand out with diverse new technologies and designs
140 Aqua Depot
Three stores that offer a selection of water products to cater to different tastes
146 Market
A list of bottled waters that dictate the trends
150 City Dive
A city guide by F
152 References
Recommended books and videos on water
154 Outro
159 Index
Water, which has been circulating from the starting point of civilization, is an essential resource for life support and a basic ingredient that cannot be missed in the cooking process. In addition to making different flavors depending on the mineral composition and salinity contained in each water, it also adjusts the usage and the time of input to bring out or change the flavor of certain ingredients. Water, which is a natural resource, has become a consumer good under the luxury strategy established by companies that want to sell clean water as environmental pollution worsens, but the voice of protecting water resources from the recent climate crisis is also increasing. In particular, the cases in Finland, Norway, and Germany, which have a system that allows all citizens to enjoy good water quality tap water, show a high level of welfare based on a solid social consensus that looks at water as a public good.
Much has been written about the many impacts water has on civilization — to support plant ecosystems, including agriculture, as transportation — and as a barrier between civilizations, as snow, rain, humidity, as 90% of our human bodies. It was past time for a good solid look at water as it relates to how we consume it.
Whether it’s a company or a community, I think they have to pay for the damage they caused themselves in a number of areas, including water or energy. Especially when it comes to water. Shouldn’t we be held accountable for the damage caused by companies that emit a lot of waste and continue the seawater desalination process? I don’t think the cost of companies that use eco-friendly energy and those that don’t should be the same.
Alexi Levin, Co-Founder of Desolenator
In front of nature, we are just very small beings. It’s a meaningful lesson that water taught me. In an isolated environment, you have to trust yourself and your colleagues around you, as well as the anxiety and fears inside you, and the mistakes that have destroyed nature. Water contains all the laws of life and nature.
Anika Madsen, Head chief of Iris
Pairs nicely with Magazine F: Beer, Magazine F: Wine, Magazine F: Whiskey
| Weight | 450 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 9.5 × 6.75 × 0.75 in |
| Publisher | JOH |
| Pages | 148 |
| Size | 6.69 X 9.45in |
| ISBN | 979-11-93383-13-1 |
