Series
A Cook's Tour
Documentary
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.
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Seasons & episodes
- 1A Taste of Tokyo8 Jan 2002 · 30m · ★ 8.0The 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.
- 2Dining with Geishas12 Jan 2002 · 30m · ★ 8.0In 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.
- 3Cobra Heart, Food That Makes You Manly19 Mar 2002 · 30m · ★ 7.0Ho Chi Minh just might make a man out of Tony when he eats fetal duck egg (with feathers), cobra heart and blood.
- 4Eating on the Mekong15 Jan 2002 · 30m · ★ 8.0A 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.
- 5Wild Delicacies22 Jan 2002 · 30m · ★ 8.0Cambodia 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.
- 6Eating on the Edge of Nowhere26 Mar 2002 · 30m · ★ 8.0Tony floats on the heart of darkness river. Three soldiers commandeer his boat, but a tasty dinner makes it all fine.
- 7Cod Crazy17 Jun 2002 · 30m · ★ 9.0Wine and fish figure prominently in this episode as Tony explores Portugal.
- 8San Sebastian: A Food Lover's Town5 Jul 2002 · 30m · ★ 8.0The 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.
- 9Childhood Flavors29 Jan 2002 · 30m · ★ 7.0Tony 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.
- 10Stuffed Like a Pig8 Jul 2002 · 30m · ★ 8.0Tony 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.
- 11A Desert Feast5 Mar 2002 · 30m · ★ 8.0Tony 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.
- 12Traditional Tastes7 May 2002 · 30m · ★ 8.0In Morocco, Tony learns about the rich culinary tradition and home cooking from a British ex-pat.
- 13The Cook Who Came in From the Cold19 Feb 2002 · 30m · ★ 8.0Tony'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.
- 14So Much Vodka, So Little Time16 Apr 2002 · 30m · ★ 8.0Tony 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.
- 15Tamales and Iguana Oaxacan Style2 Apr 2002 · 30m · ★ 10.0Tony 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.
- 16Puebla Where Good Cooks Come From12 Feb 2002 · 30m · ★ 10.0Tony'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.
- 17Los Angeles, My Own Heart of Darkness26 Feb 2002 · 30m · ★ 10.0Tony 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.
- 18French Laundry Experience30 Apr 2002 · 30m · ★ 10.0Tony 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.
- 19Hometown Favorites23 Apr 2002 · 30m · ★ 10.0Tony 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.
- 20My Life As A Cook-NYC5 Feb 2002 · 30m · ★ 8.0This 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.
- 21Highland Grub12 Jul 2002 · 30m · ★ 10.0Tony 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.
- 22A Pleasing Palate20 Apr 2002 · 30m · ★ 10.0While 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.
Details
- First aired
- 8 Jan 2002
- Last aired
- 27 Jun 2003
- Status
- Ended
- Language
- English
- Network
- Food Network
- Episodes
- 35
- Votes
- 11 on TMDB
Where to watch (US)
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Cast
Anthony BourdainSelf
