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Homegrown restaurant Si Chuan Dou Hua’s coming-of-age story through Journeying Together: 21 Years (同行21) is an inspiration for F&B startups. The book details its early business struggles, as well as the challenges of working with different staff and chefs while maintaining its cuisine standards. Available at all Si Chuan Dou Hua outlets; for dine-in customers only.

A memoir that serves up the troubled family history behind an iconic American dessert, JELL-O Girls reveals the truth behind the difficult lives of the Jell-o’s ladies. Written by Allie Rowbottom, the descendant of the household brand, she weaves together her family history and the story of the classic American dessert to produce a book that surprises and entertains. Published by Little, Brown and Company. Available from amazon.com. $18.30

Explore the world of standout and classic cocktails in I’m Just Here for the Drinks from acclaimed bartender Sother Teague. There are easy-to-mix drink recipes (over 100), history notes and insights from industry bigwigs. Published by Media Lab Books Available from bookdepository.com. $26.33