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- In this food-centric episode, Bourdain accompanies world-renowned chef/restaurateur Daniel Boulud as they travel back to Boulud's hometown of Lyon, France for a "once-in-a-lifetime" pilgrimage to the city's rich food culture and legendary chefs, with a focus on Nouvelle Cuisine innovator Paul Bocuse.
- Tony and his crew get a temperature gauge for what appears to be a changing and complicated Iran.
- Bourdain joins the throngs of locals as he motorbikes through Vietnam's capital and indulges in its singular cuisine with president Barack Obama, who, over a dish of Bun Cha, shares personal stories and reflects on his own international travels.
- 2013–201842mTV-PG8.7 (125)TV EpisodeAnthony Bourdain tours Japan with legendary sushi chef Masa Takayama.
- An exploration of this rocky, east coast Canadian island by Bourdain reveals a magical place abundant in fish and wild game and steeped in distinctive traditions.
- Bourdain experiences Hong Kong through the eyes and lens of legendary cinematographer and longtime Hong Kong resident Christopher Doyle.
- Bourdain takes his CNN colleague, comedian W. Kamau Bell, on a trip to Nairobi, Kenya, a place Bell always wanted to visit. They learn about its secondhand clothing industry, struggling poor, colorful minibus culture, and nature reserves.
- 2013–201842mTV-148.7 (108)TV EpisodeAnthony's larger than life friend, chef Jose Andres, enthusiastically shows him the natural and culinary wonders of his rustic homeland of Asturias, Spain. They also recreate a scene from Apocalypse Now (1979) as a cartoon starring themselves.
- The two funniest and most brilliant chef/restaurateurs in Canada take us across Canada by rail.
- Tony teams up with Chef and Author Andy Ricker of Pok Pok Restaurant fame. Andy's made a name for himself faithfully reproducing the cuisine of Northern Thailand at his restaurants in America.
- Parts Unknown travels to the host's "first love," with a look at Hue, a city in central Vietnam, including excursions to the Dong Ba market, Vinh Moc tunnels, the Duyen Anh restaurant, and the Citadel. Sampled dishes include Com Hen, Bun Bo Hue and a special bird's nest soup.
- 2013–201842mTV-PG8.4 (143)TV EpisodeTony returns to the Philippines by way of Manila, its crowded capital city. Home to 12 to 15 million inhabitants, Manila is hot, tropical, smoggy, fascinating, and chaotic in the lead up to Christmas.
- 2013–201842mTV-PG8.4 (128)TV EpisodeMichelin star chef Eric Ripert is introduced to China and Sichuan province by host and good friend Bourdain who tests his endurance with mouth-numbing, sinisterly spicy meals (like green peppercorn fish).
- 2013–201842mTV-148.4 (106)TV EpisodeFood takes center stage in this tour of the northern Portugal city by Bourdain, whose local travel companions include his former Les Halles boss Jose Meirelles.
- This episode explores the food and natural beauty of Copenhagen, the economic and cultural center of Denmark.
- Few cities have experienced such a dramatic economic rise and fall of Detroit. In this episode of Parts Unknown, Bourdain explores the past, present and future of the Motor City.
- Anthony ventures down the rabbit hole in search of Tokyo city's dark, extreme, and bizarrely fetishistic underside.
- 2013–201843mTV-PG8.3 (113)TV EpisodeBourdain and travel companion chef Eric Ripert (Le Bernardin) visit France's oldest city to experience its stew of cultures and cuisines and eat as much Corsican cheeses as they can handle.
- Tony looks closely at the other Massachusetts - far away from the blue blood getaways of Nantucket or the urban sprawl of Boston.
- A retired detective informs Anthony of Glasgow's dark history over a plate of curry. He then travels to an abandoned shipyard for a knife defence lesson.
- Bourdain absorbs the tastes, sights and sounds of music city, from chef Josh Habiger's Catbird Seat and Bolton's famous hot chicken, to a night of cooking, drinking and rocking out with singer Alison Mosshart, and her bandmates.
- Bourdain travels to the bottom of the world to experience the serene beauty and mystery of the driest, coldest, windiest place on earth.
- Bourdain digs deep into the proud, often misunderstood culture of West Virginia, as he traverses a 5,000 foot mine, observes the demolition derby-like sport of rock-bouncing and dines on signature Appalachian dishes.
- In the season premiere of Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown, the host and crew make their first trip to Israel, the West Bank and Gaza.
- In the Season 3 premiere of "Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown," Tony explores Punjab -- one of the most beautiful and relatively unknown areas of India. Punjab is the Sikh Holy Land, and is also India's agricultural breadbasket.
- 2013–201842mTV-PG8.1 (127)TV EpisodeBourdain and Charleston resident Bill Murray dine on traditional Gullah cuisine, oyster pie, and shrimp and grits.
- Bourdain immerses himself in the boom or bust city of Seattle.
- Anthony experiences the culture and cuisine of Armenia, in the company of Serj Tankian, Armenian-American frontman for the band System of a Down, addressing the country's tragic past as well as its hopes for the future.
- In Berlin, an anomaly among German metropolises, Bourdain encounters an extremely accepting society teeming with unbridled creativity despite a grim history.
- In the shadow of Red Square, in the dining room of the historic and luxurious Metropol Hotel, Tony and Zamir sample the famous beluga caviar and catch up on their friendship.
- 2013–201843mTV-PG8.0 (105)TV EpisodeThe alluring island of Okinawa is explored by Bourdain from historical, political, cultural and culinary perspectives.
- With the slight relaxation of control by the government of Myanmar, Tony is finally able to explore one of the most beautiful areas of Asia.
- 2013–201843mTV-PG7.9 (178)TV EpisodeWhat Burroughs called "Interzone", where artists like Burroughs, Bowles, Rimbaud, Verlaine, the Rolling Stones sought escape from Western moral prohibitions and the possibilities of great empty spaces.
- Bourdain looks at the Congo as one of the more industrialized powers in Africa now largely crumbled to nothingness and chaos.
- Tony travels to Mexico City, Oaxaca, and Cuernavaca to meet those who fight for the food, the art, and the lives they believe in.
- Anthony Bourdain explores Shanghai by savoring classic, home-style cuisine at restaurants that include Chun and Fuchun Xiaolong and converses with locals who give their take on their country's booming economy and expanding global influence.
- Parts Unknown travels to Tanzania for an African safari adventure. Bourdain visits Zanzibar, a one-time slave trade hub and enjoys the island's famous foods, from mandazi to street food, including grilled seafood and the famous Zanzibari pizza. On an excursion to the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, Bourdain comes face to face with lions, elephants, and the great migration.
- Tony travels to the lesser known, North Eastern Coast of Jamaica, and the reality is - Jamaica is a divided country with new challenges emerging.
- Anthony experiences an authentic Cuban breakfast thanks to Chef Michelle Bernstein. He visits Doral, known as Little Venezuela, to get a late night dinner from a gas station cafe.
- In Budapest, Anthony tries chicken liver, fisherman's soup, blood sausage and goulash. He visits a long-standing butcher's shop and stops for a drink at the Café New York.
- 2013–201842mTV-PG7.9 (106)TV EpisodeTony visits the Greek Islands to kick off the new season of Parts Unknown in a region known for its sun, sand, and charming lifestyle, rich in history and known for its infamous healthy diet.
- Bourdain visits the Crow reservation, hunts with podcast host Joe Rogan, and eats dinner at Butte institution Lydia's supper club.
- A trip to the Caribbean uncovers how the island of Trinidad has turned a history of colonialism and slavery into a non-stop celebration of multicultural food, music and good times.
- Anthony Bourdain explores the diverse food and culture of Singapore. Yet with the city state's restrictions on personal freedom, he's forced to question whether it's a place where he'd ever want to live.
- 2013–201842mTV-147.9 (89)TV EpisodeThe Heel of the Boot draws Bourdain back in time as he visits the largely untouched landscapes and colorful locals of Southern Italy.
- Anthony Bourdain journeys with director Darren Aronofsky to the Himalayan nation of Bhutan, sampling the cuisine and immersing themselves in the culture of a country trying to hold on to its traditions as it strives to modernize.
- Parts Unknown explores the Sicilian way of life, which puts a premium on savoring family, life, and food. Bourdain travels in search of those foods as he eats his way around the island.
- Director Darren Aronofsky joins Anthony in Madagascar. In Tana, the capital city, Anthony samples a goose specialty of legendary Malagasy chef Mariette Andrianjaka.
- Bourdain ventures to see another side of Hawaii. He meets with travel writer Paul Theroux, Chef Andrew Le of Pig, and the Lady in Honolulu.
- Bourdain explores Cuba from its bustling capital city Havana, to the slower paced, music mecca Santiago.
- 2013–201842mTV-PG7.8 (86)TV EpisodeZamir Gotta upstages Bourdain on a tour of the mountainous Eurasian country, featuring food from Tbilisi, Batumi, and Khurvaleti.
- Visiting London, post Brexit vote, Bourdain finds comfort in classic British cuisine including roast bone marrow at chef Fergus Henderson's famed restaurant St. John, and Scotch eggs at Princess Victoria Pub with Nigella Lawson, plus a meeting with revered artist Ralph Steadman at his studio.
- Bourdain's Roman holiday takes a cinematic turn, influenced by his tour guides, actress Asia Argento, screenwriter/director Abel Ferrara, and a host of larger than life Romans who take him inside a Rome for the locals.
- Anthony Bourdain and his friend, chef Eric Rippert, ski the French Alps and sample an overwhelming variety of cheeses.
- Anthony Bourdain journeys to the progressive South American nation of Uruguay, accompanied by NYC chef Ignacio Mattos, a native Uruguayan, where they enjoy a wide selection of meats in a country where cattle outnumber people almost 4 to 1.
- Bourdain examines the meeting point of Asian, Mexican, Latino culture in modern LA.
- Explores Andalucía during Semana Santa (Holy Week, leading up to Easter), a time filled with great pageantry and excitement.
- 2013–201843mTV-PG7.7 (115)TV EpisodeTony seeks to challenge his notions of Mississippi by taking a road trip to meet a wide cast of Mississippians, enjoying the diverse foodways, and embracing the contemporary music world.
- Bourdain heads to Paraguay to track down the story of his great-great grandfather who moved from France to Uruguay and then to Paraguay. As a backdrop to that story, the viewers get to learn about the country's history, food and personality of its people.
- Chicago is revealed through the memories and stories of the people who live there - primarily a select few, drawn from the regulars at The Old Town Ale House, one of Chicago's most iconic bars.
- 2013–201842mTV-PG7.7 (94)TV EpisodeThe Cologne Carnival celebration sets the tone for Bourdain's visit to this city that boasts the delicacies kolsch, mett, and blood sausage.
- Bourdain visits the coastal city of San Sebastian in the Basque Country, famous for its spectacular views and incomparable fresh seafood.
- The rich sensory experience of Laos with its enchanting scenery, distinctive aromas, and exceptional food are explored in Bourdain's trip to this Southeast Asian country which also continues to suffer the effects of the Secret War by the U.S in the 1960's-1970's.
- The crew of the show looks back at some of their favorite moments.
- Tony will explore several regions of the country from the mountains down to the Caribbean coast to the coca leaf growing inlands formerly controlled by drug cartels.
- Bourdain looks at the country through personal stories, food--and the music of anti-Qaddafi rapper expats who returned to fight.
- Tony and his friend, world-renowned chef Eric Ripert, explore the far reaches of indigenous Andes in search of a rare variety of wild cocoa that is said to be the "best" in the world.
- Tony experiences the Bronx from a legendary collection of Bronx native - Hip Hop originators Kool Herc, Afrika Bambaataa, and Melle Mel discuss the early years of hip hop.
- Bourdain takes a journey to the Bay Area to practice Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, heal through food, and enjoy some soul food at Real Miss Ollie's.
- Bourdain delves into a dining scene at a crossroads: part iconic steel city defined by blue collar, working class comfort food, steak and potatoes, sausage and sauerkraut, and part foodie boom town catering to the new high tech industry.
- When Bourdain heads to Puerto Rico to check out the reality behind the pi?a coladas and fancy resorts, he finds natural splendor, delicious food and warm people, all against the background of a seemingly insurmountable economic crisis.
- Bourdain travels to the untamed land of Big Bend, Texas near the Mexican border; an area that pits man against nature and nature usually wins. He finds a tough, inclusive and vibrant, struggling community threatened by the border policy.
- Bourdain explores the mixing of food, culture and politics in Istanbul, where he eats a Turkish breakfast and watches an oil wresting match.
- Bourdain discovers a hub of international cuisines and cultures in the New York City Borough of Queens.
- A quick overview of the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of the Sultanate of Oman, a former empire of the Indian Ocean, located on the Arabian peninsula, with an open attitude towards the world, and stunning, diverse scenery.
- This introspective episode combines interesting clips from previous episodes with behind-the-scenes footage of Tony and interviews with some of those he worked with, including the couple who had to flee Iran after helping him film there.
- 2013–201857mTV-147.5 (85)TV EpisodeBourdain takes a personal journey through this formerly bohemian New York City neighborhood, as he meets, shares meals and reflects with music, film and art trailblazers.
- In this episode, Bourdain visits the suburb of Hillbrow (which remains a dangerous locale), spends a day in the life of a taxi driver and discovers the culture and food that make up modern day Johannesburg.
- Following a long absence, Anthony travels to South Korea. In the ten years that have passed a lot has changed, the country experiencing a stratospheric rise. He tries kimchi, fried chicken, and vintage army stew.
- Bourdain travels to New Jersey with his brother for some delicious fried hot dogs. Later, he enjoys the sights and eats along the shores of Atlantic City.
- Anthony heads to Beirut, to explore the culture and food history of the region. He also takes part in the more modern nightlife activities available in what is known as 'the Paris of the Middle East'.
- Looking beyond oil, NASA, and football, Bourdain explores Houston's diverse cultures, taking in a Bollywood-style dance in a grocery store, a Quincea?era in suburban Pasadena, and the city's slab car parade, while making time for Viet-Bayou crawfish, East Texas barbecue, and a Congolese-Cajun stew.
- 2013–201842mTV-PG7.4 (91)TV EpisodeBourdain explores the Brazilian heartland, home to baroque architecture, lush hillsides and mineiro cuisine which includes frango ao molho pardo (broiled chicken served in a sauce made using its own blood), that the host samples during a traditional country meal.
- 2013–201842mTV-147.4 (82)TV EpisodeFar from the beaded revelries and parades of New Orleans, Anthony Bourdain travels to Cajun Country in southern Louisiana to sample Creole and Cajun food and participate in a traditional Cajun "chicken run", dressed in a colorful costume.
- Anthony experiences a blend of cultural cuisines in this uniquely American state. New Mexico is where Spanish, Mediterranean, Mexican, Pueblo, and even Chuck-Wagon foods meet.
- Anthony Bourdain travels to Las Vegas, a city known for over-indulgence, with food author Michael Ruhlman and visits locales that include Huntridge Tavern (in the shadow of the strip), and famed restaurant é by Jose Andres.
- Tony heads back to his much-beloved Salvador, Brazil. The city is often considered Brazil's 'capital of happiness' due to the ever-present street festivals and famous Carnival parade.
- Bourdain returns to Borneo after 10 years to enjoy chicken rendang and pork noodles in the "street food paradise" of Kuala Lumpur.
- Bourdain's trip to meat-centric Buenos Aires features a meal at famous local spot, Don Carlito's, and an after-hours soccer match.
- An alternative tour of Los Angeles by Bourdain focuses on the impact and contributions of its less photographed and often overlooked Latino communities.
- As peace and hope spread throughout Sri Lanka following the end of its brutal civil war, Bourdain travels to the once divided regions to experience the reinvigorated people, savory food and vast landscapes.
- One the most famous chefs and restraunters in America vanishes overnight, who was he? Jeremiah Tower is considered by many to be the first celebrity chef. Watch as Anthony Bourdain and other infamous chefs detail and dissect who Jeremiah Tower was as a man and chef.
- Bourdain explores West African culture, with guides Chef Pierre Thiam, Ofeibea Quist Arcton, and famed musician Youssou N'Dour.
- Bourdain's trip to meat-centric Buenos Aires features a meal at famous local spot, Don Carlito's, and an after-hours soccer match.
- Bourdain visits Addis Adaba to sample injera bread, beyaynetu platters, coffee and music with chef Marcus Samuelsson.
- Bourdain explores Indonesia's tradition of shadow puppetry, views on spirituality, death and afterlife, the taboo subject of state-sponsored mass killings of leftists in 1965, funeral celebrations, and Bali's problem with "overtourism."
- A retrospective of Season Two with a preview to Season Three.
- A retrospective of Season One with a preview of Season Two.
- The ingenuity of the Nigerian people is the focus of Bourdain's travels as he explores its food, music and rich cultural diversity.