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Thursday, July 17, 2008
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Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Episode Guide
First aired: 7/25/2005 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 9.4
Tony's debut episode of this new series has him visiting Paris. He explores the city's famous catacombs, tries out some absinthe, checks out one of the city's major meat markets, and spends the night in the room where Oscar Wilde passed away.
First aired: 8/1/2005 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 8.8
This week Anthony travels to Iceland, where in winter the volcanic islands see only about four hours of sunlight a day. Anthony finds the darkness comforting and learns how the Icelanders contend with the dark days - eating, drinking, and pumping iron!
First aired: 8/8/2005 Writer: Director: Guest star: Mario Batali (Mario Batali), Nari Kye (Herself) Global rating: 8.9
Tony visits the state of New Jersey. He takes us on a trip through his birthplace trying to disspell some common misconceptions of the garden state. We learn about the Sopranos and other NJ landmarks as Tony reminisces.
First aired: 8/15/2005 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 9.5
Responding to an invitation from an old friend. Tony travels to Vietnam with the definite feeling of James Bond-ish intrigue. Discovering food, customs and the not so sinister plans for international tourism.
First aired: 8/22/2005 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 9.5
Tony has always had an interest in "natural fusion" or the way cuisines intertwine with cultures over the course of history. In Malaysia, this is particularly true as a variety of cultures have blended.
First aired: 10/10/2005 Writer: Director: Guest star: Vincenzo Tripodo (Himself) Global rating: 9.3
While in the small country of Sicily, Tony is treated to tripe at the II Capo Market. He tries a spleen sandwich with the President (of Sicily). And, Tony attempts to determine where you can find the greatest cannoli.
First aired: 10/17/2005 Writer: Director: Guest star: Michael Ruhlman (Himself) Global rating: 8.2
Given a deadline to write about Vegas food by a food magazine, Tony spends four days exploring Las Vegas and learns how it's transforming into a mecca for chefs.
First aired: 10/24/2005 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 8.6
Tony explores the 2000-year-old city of Tashkent, capital of Uzbekistan with his friend Zamir. He partakes in local culture, attends a wedding, and also receives a "relaxing" massage at a sauna.
First aired: 11/7/2005 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 8.9
Tony is invited to New Zealand to lecture at a gourmet food convention. But after receiving a lukewarm reception from the crowd, he decides to search for real Kiwi culture outside the city of Christchurch.
First aired: 3/27/2006 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 9.1
A look behind the scenes of "No Reservations."
First aired: 3/27/2006 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 9.0
To begin Season 2, Tony travels to the motherland for Asian cuisine when he visits China.
First aired: 4/3/2006 Writer: Director: Guest star: Norman Van Aken (Himself) Global rating: 9.1
Little Haiti is Tony's first stop in Miami. Then he explores the Everglades and encounters some alligators, both in the water and on his plate. Conch fritters are also on the menu.
First aired: 4/10/2006 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 9.1
Tony searches for enlightenment in the ancient country of Peru. Along the way, he explores traditional Peruvian dishes, music and drugs. Will he overcome his altitude sickness to enjoy the market and restaurants this country has to offer?
First aired: 4/17/2006 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 9.0
A duck farm and processing plant allows Tony to learn how foie gras is packaged. He is a guest instructor at the Montreal Culinary Institute. And, Tony gets the opportunity to take the ice with a local college hockey team.
First aired: 4/24/2006 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 9.0
Tony travels to Sweden for a taste of all it has to offer. Along the way he hopes to get past the stereotypes of blond bombshells, meatballs and bad music–ABBA.
First aired: 5/1/2006 Writer: Director: Guest star: Miguel Cotto (Himself/Boxer) Global rating: 9.2
Tony joins with a local to eat roasted pig, attend a glamorous party, hunt for the elusive Chuppacabra, visit with boxing champ Miguel Cotto, and attend the Festival of the Virgin Mary.
First aired: 5/8/2006 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 9.4
Tony visits Osaka, Japan. Tony searches for authentic Japanese experiences. Some adventures include a baseball bar, a culinary binge, a waterfall purification and karaoke.
First aired: 5/22/2006 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 8.6
Tony visits the Southwest Texas bar and grill; eats nachos in Piedras Nigras; and takes a boat tour of the Rio Grande River.
First aired: 5/29/2006 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 9.7
Tony is fascinated by the beauty of India. From gorgeous sights to enticing smells, Tony explores the magical and delicious offerings of Rajasthan.
First aired: 6/5/2006 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 9.5
Anthony Bourdain has come to love the rich culture, history and cuisine of India. In this episode, he travels through Mumbai to reaffirm his the magic that can be found.
First aired: 6/12/2006 Writer: Director: Guest star: Nari Kye (Herself) Global rating: 9.4
Tony gives in to pressure from one of his office staff and travels to Korea. His condition? Nari (the assistant) must come with him and guide him through Korean cuisine, customs and culture.
First aired: 6/19/2006 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 9.4
Tony explores the lush culture of Indonesia to discover what makes ex-pats want to stay. Along the way, he discovers the rich history and cuisine of Jakarta and Bali.
First aired: 7/3/2006 Writer: Director: Guest star: Ferran Adria (Ferran Adria) Global rating: 9.8
Ferran Adria is considered a genius. He is also controversial. Tony is allowed to film in his laboratory to see how his creative process works.
First aired: 8/21/2006 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 9.8
In this episode, Anthony and his crew find themselves in the middle of a war they never could have anticipated. As the country is torn apart, they also discover a world of delicious food, kind people, and amazing beauty.
First aired: 1/1/2007 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 7.9
A look back at season 2 of No Reservations.
First aired: 1/1/2007 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 9.8
The Emerald Isle is a country of tradition and myth. Unfortunately, one of those myths is that Irish food is terrible. Tony sets out to prove that myth a lie.
First aired: 1/8/2007 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 9.6
Tony Bourdain heads to the African nation of Ghana. While there, he sees the startling contrast of old Ghana to modern Ghana. The old ways include slavery, forts and the military. Modern Ghana celebrates with interesting food and music.
First aired: 1/15/2007 Writer: Director: Guest star: Chuck Palahniuk (Chuck Palahniuk) Global rating: 9.6
Tony explores the rich history, flavorful coffee, fresh produce, and mysterious obsessions of the Pacific Northwest.
First aired: 1/22/2007 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 7.7
Tony learns how the locals from Namibia survive in a primarily desert country.
First aired: 1/29/2007 Writer: Director: Guest star: Zamir Gotta (Himself) Global rating: 8.1
Tony Bourdain meets up with his old friend Zamir to explore Russia, Zamir's homeland. The food is hearty, and the company intriguing when the two meet up with a former spy. Tony spends most of the trip seeking revenge on Zamir for an incident that happened in Uzbekistan.
First aired: 2/5/2007 Writer: Director: Guest star: Jerry Stahl (Himself) Global rating: 9.4
Tony travels to LA where he explores the other side of the high-powered town. SWAT teams, roller derbies, and musicians are all part of the LA experience.
First aired: 7/30/2007 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 9.3
Tony Bourdain has always loved Asia. This time he's traveling to parts he's never been to–farther, deeper. From Shanghai to Tibet, Tony searches for the elusive Shangri-La.
Tony Bourdain has always loved New York, but recently he has become disillusioned with the tourist destination that New York has become. So, with the help of Andrew Zimmern, a New York yellow taxi and others; Tony tries to discover the heart and soul of the city he has always loved.
First aired: 8/13/2007 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 9.5
Tony once thought San Paolo was a horrible and ugly city; however, recently his friends have convinced him otherwise. As he explores the city, he develops a fondness for the rich culture that has developed from the mix of rich, poor, young, and old.
First aired: 8/20/2007 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 9.5
Tahiti is the picture of paradise, but there's more to Tahiti that just pretty beaches. Tony travels through French Polynesia, trying to discover the darker secrets tourists never see.
When Michael Ruhlman convinces Tony to visit Cleveland, he's not expecting to like it at all. However, he soon finds that he has more in common with the town than he first thought.
First aired: 9/3/2007 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 9.8
Tony travels to the Mecca of Asian cooking–Hong Kong. The combinations of styles, cultures, and flavors fascinate Tony.
First aired: 9/10/2007 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 9.3
Tony explores the city of Buenes Aires. There he finds an exciting night life, delicious food, and friendly locals. From nightclubs to paragliding to cattle ranches, Tony experiences it all.
First aired: 9/17/2007 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 8.8
Tony Bourdain has missed out on the culture and history of South Carolina because he's never traveled there before. Will he find the delicious cuisine and Southern hospitality it's known for?
Tuscany gives Tony a taste of heaven and hell. Hell because the trip to get there was filled with difficulties. Of course, the heavenly scenery, delicious ingredients, and tasty cuisine might be enough to make Tony forget the awful start to the trip.
Tony is cooking the holiday meal for his family. Join the Bourdains in the Hudson River Valley as they celebrate the season.
First aired: 1/7/2008 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 9.5
The country of Singapore is serious about food. The cuisine of Singapore borrows from Chinese, Indian, Malaysian and Indonesian traditions. Along the way, it uses the cheap and plentiful ingredients of the the country to make the food available everywhere.
First aired: 1/14/2008 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 8.8
Tony explores the contrasting sides of Berlin. He is both repulsed and and attracted to the good and the evil in the city.
First aired: 1/21/2008 Writer: Director: Guest star: Uwe Boll (Himself), Nari Kye (Herself) Global rating: 8.8
Vancouver (in British Columbia) has a flourishing film industry, beautiful landscapes, and a progressive food scene.
First aired: 1/28/2008 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 8.6
Unhappy past experiences have Tony kicking and screaming as he succumbs to a visit to Greece. Often surrounded by music, dancing men, various firearms, and distilled local spirits; he discovers how a history of invasion, occupation, and deprivation have shaped the Greek cuisine over the centuries.
First aired: 2/4/2008 Writer: Director: Guest star: Emeril Lagasse (Himself) Global rating: 9.5
Hurricane Katrina has infinitely changed the city of New Orleans. As Tony explores the impact the storm had on the city, Tony discovers that the heart and soul of the city is still alive.
First aired: 2/11/2008 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 8.9
There is something alluring and menacing in the air throughout the UK when it comes to the people, the scenery, and especially the cuisine, and Tony is off to try and discover what that mystique is.
First aired: 2/18/2008 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 8.7
There is more to Jamaica than reggae music, drugs and resorts. Tony attempts to discover the real Jamaica–a country plagued by gang violence, run down property and political strife. Poet Mutabaruka joins him on part of the tour.
First aired: 2/25/2008 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 6.1
Tony and Zamir have had many adventures. This time they're in Romania to celebrate Zamir's birthday. Along the way, they learn about vampires, communists, and the strong cultural history of Romania.
First aired: 3/3/2008 Writer: Director: Guest star: Global rating: 8.2
Tony visits Hawaii where he tries spam, enjoys surfing, visits a volcano, and samples some local delicacies.
Tony has been away from Brasserie Les Halles, where he last worked as a chef nearly a decade ago. Given the opportunity to spend another day on the job; he re-evaluates his skills in the kitchen, his love of New York and his life as a chef.
12:22 PM
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