Alain Stella is a traveler and writer. Passionate about the art of living, and the small pleasures that can shape civilizations and history, he is the coauthor of previous Flammarion publications such as Historic Houses of Paris (2010/2019), French Tea: Mariage Frères--Three Centuries of Savoir-Faire (2009), Distinctive Vintages: Fine French Wines and Spirits (2008), The Book of Spices (2000), The Book of Coffee (1997), The Book of Tea (1992/2005), and The Little Book of Coffee (2001).
Justine Picardie is a novelist, fashion writer, and biographer. She is former editor-in-chief of Harper's Bazaar UK and Town & Country UK.
Naomi Sachs, a therapeutic landscape designer, has published and presented internationally on the positive role of nature in human health and well-being.

Nick Knight is known for his numerous contributions to Vogue and his fashion advertising campaigns.