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A Cook's Tour

A Cook's Tour

S1 · E1

IMDB:

9.0
A Cook's Tour

Released

1/8/2002

Duration

0h 30m

Genre

Documentary

Country

United States

Cast

Anthony Bourdain

Overview

Bad-boy chef and author Anthony Bourdain goes off the beaten track in search of foods that are rare, highly esteemed and sometimes downright dangerous. The show, which aired for two seasons on the Food Network, was an offshoot of a best-selling book Bourdain wrote in 2001.

Episodes

A Taste of TokyoEP 1Available

A Taste of Tokyo

30m10.0

The Japanese have a healthy respect for food, which Tony can definitely appreciate. A trip through a market with a sushi chef prepares Tony for his dinner. He also eats a meal with sumo wrestlers.

Dining with GeishasEP 2Available

Dining with Geishas

30m10.0

In Japan, Tony experiences the contrast between a serene, rural inn for a tea ceremony and the bustling activity of a famous restaurant in Tokyo. Relaxing tea versus dangerous blowfish mark his trip.

Cobra Heart, Food That Makes You ManlyEP 3Available

Cobra Heart, Food That Makes You Manly

30m10.0

Ho Chi Minh just might make a man out of Tony when he eats fetal duck egg (with feathers), cobra heart and blood.

Eating on the MekongEP 4Available

Eating on the Mekong

30m10.0

A trip down this Vietnamese river makes tony aware of Vietnam's history as well as its portrayal in some of his favorite movies. Phillip Lajeunie joins him as he eats his way through bread, coffee, duck and bird's nest soup.

Wild DelicaciesEP 5Available

Wild Delicacies

30m10.0

Cambodia both attracts and repels Tony. Crickets, tripe and tongue are all fine; but a bright green jelly isn't to his liking. Finally, he must come to terms with durian– a fruit that smells worse than it tastes.

Eating on the Edge of NowhereEP 6Available

Eating on the Edge of Nowhere

30m10.0

Tony floats on the heart of darkness river. Three soldiers commandeer his boat, but a tasty dinner makes it all fine.

Cod CrazyEP 7Available

Cod Crazy

30m10.0

Wine and fish figure prominently in this episode as Tony explores Portugal.

San Sebastian: A Food Lover's TownEP 8Available

San Sebastian: A Food Lover's Town

30m10.0

The Basque food culture in Spain has a rich history and tradition. Tony and Luis Irizar visit gastronomic societies and tapas bars to try and experience all of the tastes.

Childhood FlavorsEP 9Available

Childhood Flavors

30m10.0

Tony and his brother revisit favorite childhood haunts in Arcachon, France. A memory of an oyster from this place changed the course of Tony's life.

Stuffed Like a PigEP 10Available

Stuffed Like a Pig

30m10.0

Tony joins Jose at the family farm to enjoy a fattened pig at the village feast. Then, he travels to a destination from his childhood where he debates eating a calf's head.

A Desert FeastEP 11Available

A Desert Feast

30m10.0

Tony has one objective in Morocco, eat a roast sheep. He travels by camel with Berbers before he finally reaches the sheep roast in the mud of the Sahara.

Traditional TastesEP 12Available

Traditional Tastes

30m10.0

In Morocco, Tony learns about the rich culinary tradition and home cooking from a British ex-pat.

The Cook Who Came in From the ColdEP 13Available

The Cook Who Came in From the Cold

30m8.0

Tony's friend Zamir shows him around St. Petersburg. A product of a childhood during the cold war, Tony fantasizes about being a spy as he eats his way through blinis, borscht, reindeer, pickled salads, and dumplings.

So Much Vodka, So Little TimeEP 14Available

So Much Vodka, So Little Time

30m8.0

Tony and his friend explore St. Petersburg. Tony is especially interested in the working class foods of the people. Ice fishing, smoked fish, and high luxury caviar are a few of the stops.

Tamales and Iguana Oaxacan StyleEP 15Available

Tamales and Iguana Oaxacan Style

30m10.0

Tony has always been interested in the Oaxacan tradition in food. A friend leads Tony through a local market, where they taste a variety of interesting foods. And, of course, Tony can't pass on tequila.

Puebla Where Good Cooks Come FromEP 16Available

Puebla Where Good Cooks Come From

30m10.0

Tony's favorite kitchen mates all seem to come from Mexico, and he wants to know why. Eddy takes him on a tour of his home and town for some great meals of ant eggs, worms, and more.

Los Angeles, My Own Heart of DarknessEP 17Available

Los Angeles, My Own Heart of Darkness

30m10.0

Tony is apprehensive about the glamorous world of LA, so he begins with hot dogs. After a long day and a guest stint at Campanile, he has gained a new appreciation for the glitz of the City of Angels.

French Laundry ExperienceEP 18Available

French Laundry Experience

30m10.0

Tony travels to Napa to eat at the restaurant of the chef he believes is the best at French cuisine–Thomas Keller. Keller creates a specialized menu just for Tony, including a course that is pure Tony–tobacco leaf and coffee custard.

Hometown FavoritesEP 19Available

Hometown Favorites

30m10.0

Tony decides to share all of his hometown haunts with the viewers. Lox and bagels, wine and dinner, a variety of cheese, and great hot dogs make his list of top stops.

My Life As A Cook-NYCEP 20Available

My Life As A Cook-NYC

30m10.0

This episode is all about Tony. Tours through Tony's restaurant, Les Halles; his first restaurant job in Provincetown, and the Culinary Institute of America; plus an interview with his mentor provide a fascinating look at the host, chef and writer.

Highland GrubEP 21Available

Highland Grub

30m10.0

Tony sets out to prove that Scotland does have tasty options. He begins with a deep fried breakfast of pizza, eggs, and Mars bars. Next, he enjoys a hearty lunch of haggis. Finally, after fishing and hunting across the countryside, he eats a calm dinner at a large estate.

A Pleasing PalateEP 22Available

A Pleasing Palate

30m10.0

While the United Kingdom doesn't have the greatest culinary reputation, Tony is determined to find the best in Britain. Some of his choices are exotic, including: goat liver salad, roasted pig's head, ox heart-grilled and breaded pig's tail. He also enjoys a tour through the countryside and a community from India.

Cast

Anthony Bourdain

Self

Anthony Bourdain

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