Quebec
Anthony visits a duck farm/processing plant to see how foie gras is made, teaches a class at the Montreal Culinary Institute and plays hockey with a local university hockey team.
Sweden
Anthony sets off to experience Sweden, hoping to conquer his unresolved ABBA issues and discover if there's more to Swedish cuisine than meatballs.
Puerto Rico
Tony dines on roasted pig in Caicay, attends a posh party at a hacienda, searches for a chupacabra in the jungle, meets boxing champion Miguel Cotto and travels to Ponce to take in the Festival of the Virgin Mary.
India (Rajasthan)
Anthony heads off to the desolate region of Rajasthan in the northwest corner of India to attend the lavish 21st birthday party of the Maharajah's son. He also explores the intense flavor of life in this storybook setting.
India (Kolkata/Bombay)
Over the years, Anthony Bourdain has fallen in love with India. The culture, the cuisine, the communitiesit's -- all delicious and enchanting. Tony travels to Kolkata and Mumbai to rediscover the magic of this beautiful land.
Korea
When an employee at Tony's office bugs him to do a show on her native Korea, he gives in, they arrive in Seoul, and the adventure begins with spicy broth from a street cart. The trip includes kimchi, karaoke and a family dinner.
Indonesia
Tony considers "going bamboo" in Indonesia. He's enamored with a country that's a montage for the senses, with a distinct culinary tradition, beautiful scenery and rich culture.
Anthony Bourdain in Beirut
In July 2006, Anthony and his crew traveled to Lebanon to experience the country's blossoming food scene. Within 24 hours of arrival, they suddenly find themselves stuck in the middle of an intense, uncertain and violent conflict.
Ireland
Ireland is steeped in history and traditions, both oral and written. It is also steeped in the myth that it has the worst food on the planet. Tony is traveling to Ireland to dispel those myths.
Ghana
Tony doesn't know what to expect in Ghana, but finds a thriving culture filled with music and food.
Pacific NW
Tony goes underground in Portland, dines with gypsy chefs in Seattle and rediscovers the obsession that drives the Pacific Northwest.
Namibia
Tony learns the fine art of sandboarding, sniffs out famous Namibian truffles and samples an unusual cut of warthog meat with Kalahari bushmen.
Mexico/US Border
Tony is a 30 year vet of the American restaurant business, an industry that is largely made up of Mexican immigrants. He travels to the US/Mexico border to gain insight into the relationship between food, culture and hospitality.
Russia
Tony searches for the soul of Russia, both old and new. He finds that halfway through a shared bottle of vodka, Russians become friends for life. Plus he seeks a little revenge on an old friend.
Shanghai
Anthony Bourdain has a fondness for China. He's back, and this time in Shanghai, an exploding economic superpower -- where buildings go up as old ones go under, and where the history gives way to what appears to be a future capital of the world.
New York
Anthony Bourdain's a New Yorker at heart. He loves the energy and soul of NYC, but detests the touristy amusement park the city is becoming. So he sets off on a quest to rediscover why he loves the concrete jungle.
Brazil
Tony leaves his mark on Sao Paolo after a trip filled with friends, food and dreams. He experiences the city through international street food, a home chef who makes the best traditional stew and an Amazonian seafood getaway.
French Polynesia
Tahiti evokes images of paradise, but there's more to Tahiti than meets the eye. Tony arrives in French Polynesia to seek out its lesser-known attributes: legends of cannibalism, traditional subcultures and much more.
Cleveland
I love this episode, where we stepped inside the film AMERICAN SPLENDOR with Michael Ruhlman, Markie Ramone, Michael Symon and the incredible Harvey Pekar and family and friends.
Hong Kong
Where we really started to hit our story telling stride -- technically and stylistically. The "Bamboo Noodle Guy" remains a classic scene I'm very proud of.
Argentina
Patagonia, Argentina, lies at the lower tip of South America. Amid a white abyss of icecaps and glaciers, Tony has arrived at "the end of the world" but chooses to begin his journey in colorful Buenos Aires.
South Carolina
Tony sets out to challenge his perception of the South and discover the benefits of southern hospitality. Approaching with an open mind and an empty stomach, he finds a welcoming culture, rich history and decadent comfort food.
Tuscany
Tony's in Tuscany, exploring the heaven of its breathtaking scenery, family-owned farms and rich traditions. He also experiences his own personal hell because of mad Sicilian director in search of a perfect Dante scene.
Singapore
Singapore is a country devoted to food. Its people have adapted Chinese, Indian, Malaysian and Indonesian cuisines into plentiful, cheap and exquisite foods. To Tony, this might be best place on Earth.
Berlin
Tony experiences the duality of Berlin, with influences from east and west coming together to create a revolutionary culinary scene and thriving underground culture. Plus he's promised plenty of pork and beer.
Vancouver
Tony explores the thriving film industry, gorgeous scenery and evolving food scene of Vancouver, Canada.
Greek Islands
Supposedly, Greece has the world's healthiest diet. From Crete to Ithika, Tony heads off on his own personal odyssey to find out if that is truly the case -- or if it's just an ancient myth.
New Orleans
Tony explores Hurricane Katrina's true impact on the still vibrant and spectacular city of New Orleans.
London/Edinburgh
There's 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.
Jamaica
Jamaica is a vibrant, colorful land full of resorts and reggae music, but Tony is traveling there to uncover the lesser-known Jamaica, a country of gang-torn streets, run-down fish shacks and political strife.
Romania
Tony and his friend, Zamir, are off on another adventure, this time to celebrate Zamir's 50th birthday in Romania -- a land of vampire tales, Communist regimes and an intense culinary history.
Hawaii
Anthony Bourdain's travels bring him to Hawaii, a land of sweet rum drinks, coconuts, Don Ho and grass skirts. But is it all just leis and luaus? Tony is about to find out.
Into the Fire NY
Tony accepts the challenge to return to Les Halles for work during his old Tuesday double shift! The episode is a behind-the-curtain look at the working of a restaurant and man who used to cook for a living.
Laos
Tony Bourdain finds himself in Laos, a land with picturesque landscapes and mountains, exotic cuisines, and a mysterious history. Tony is ready to discover what it is that makes Laos so unique.
Colombia
Colombia is a bright and beautiful country with an unfortunate past. It has gone from drug capital to food capital. Tony is exploring Colombia to discover some of its unknown cuisine -- and unknown magic.
Saudi Arabia
After a nationwide casting call, No Reservations fanatic Danya Alhamrani was chosen to show off her hometown of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Tony and Danya explore the cuisine, culture and heritage that few Westerners have ever seen.
Uruguay
Tony and his brother, Chris, are on a mission to connect with their family in Uruguay, after learning of the roots that the old Bourdain generations set up in this tiny South American country.
U.S. Southwest
Tony is off on a great American road trip, ready to explore the quirky, dark, classic Americana that is the country's Southwestern region.
Spain
Outside of Asia, Tony finds Spain the single greatest place for culinary achievement in the world, thanks in part to Albert Adria. And in addition, there are intense local culinary traditions.
Egypt
Egypt is one of the oldest civilizations on Earth. In an effort to avoid the lines of tour buses snaking their way to the Sphynx, Tony visits with Egyptian locals to get a taste for what it means to be Egyptian.
So Long Summer
It might look glamorous on television, but making a television show does not happen as smoothly as you may think. So, Tony's showing exactly what we mean. He reveals some of the silliest, biggest and baddest moments.
At the Table with Anthony Bourdain
Opinions fly and no topic is off limits as Tony hosts a no-holds-barred dinner with four featured guests.
DC
Tony Bourdain is in Washington, DC, to explore this city of contrasts -- democrat vs. republican, affluent vs. poor, visible vs. invisible, black vs. white.
Mexico
Tony heads to Mexico with Carlos, who took over Tony's old job as head chef at Les Halles. Carlos gives Tony a tour of his hometown of Puebla and nearby Mexico City.
Venice
Tony steps away from the Venice of tourists and into the Venice of Venetians.
Azores
Having worked in kitchens alongside many generations of Azorean Portuguese immigrants, Tony decides it's time to find out more about their motherland. He visits three islands where he samples gastronomic treats.
Chicago
Tony loves the energy and edge of big cities. So how is it that he has avoided Chicago for so long? He sets off on "some unfinished business" to rectify that situation.
Philippines
Tony visits the Philippines, the "Land of the Lechon." He stops in Manila, which is a diverse combination of Spanish and Chinese cultures. Then he heads off to Pampanga to sample some of their rare delicacies.
Disappearing Manhattan
Tony teams up with some notable guests and visits some of the oldest, most classic and undoubtedly-NYC restaurants. Unfortunately, these cornerstones rich with culture and diversity struggle against the new Manhattan.
Sri Lanka
Tony heads to Colombo, Sri Lanka, and explores the country's cuisine, which is influenced by Portuguese, Dutch, British, Indian, Arab, Malay and Moor traders. He also visits a culinary school built after the 2004 tsunami.
Vietnam: There's No Place Like Home
Vietnam is a clash of cultures mixed with a hectic urban pace and people serious about eating. Tony decides on a whim to relocate for a year to write the great Vietnamese novel.
Chile
Chile's cuisine reflects its topographical diversity, consisting of gorgeous landscapes, beautiful mountains and breathtaking flora and fauna. While there, Tony not only samples the delicious cuisine but also does some exploring.
Australia
Australia's cultural capital, Melbourne, is a melting pot of cultures, and Tony is off to discover what makes it so special. His many friends in the city take him around to sample its different cuisines.
Buffalo/Baltimore/Detroit
In the bleak mid-winter, and with his trusty sidekick Zamir along for the ride, Tony travels to the heart and soul of America's rust belt with stops in Baltimore, Detroit and Buffalo.
San Francisco
Tony visits San Francisco, a city full of quirks and flavors. He tries the famous bacon maple latte at the otherwise vegan Pirate Cat Radio, dines at "a temple of old-school meat" and puts away course after course of fresh sushi.
Thailand
The Thai cuisine blends five fundamental flavors: sweet, spicy, sour, bitter and salty. To experience each of these tastes, Tony explores the bustling streets of Bangkok and immerses himself in the local street foods, cultural practices and people.
Montana
Tony explores the snow-capped mountains, majestic big skies, winding rivers and roaming cattle of Livingston, Montana, once an inspiration for adventurous Americans and locals alike. But what lies in store for its future is uncertain.
Burning Questions
Based on the results of an online poll, Tony answers the top 10 viewer questions. Prepare to be surprised, terrified, disgusted and thoroughly entertained.
Sardinia
Tony visits Sardinia, his wife's homeland, and learns what it means to be Sardinian. From the craggy mountainous landscape to the exotic cuisine and age-old traditions, Tony learns that Sardinia really is it's own country with a strong island mentality.
Brittany
Tony has come to Brittany to experience not only the cuisine, but also both the ancient cultures and traditions that have influenced this area as well as the achievements of the contemporaries that define it today.
Obsessed
In his exploration on obsession, Anthony meets many food-obsessed individuals who encapsulate the beautiful and eccentric results devotion has on one's life.
Provence
Provence is a region of France characterized by its impoverished history and hard labor. Throughout his journey in Provence, Tony becomes enamored with the Provencal culture and cuisine glorifying the region as the ideal escape.
Panama
Anthony Bourdain unravels Panama, a country that in the modern day, seems to be described simply by "abundance" and truly embraces crossroad cultures and adapts them for their own. He examines the effects of a land ruled by a former dictator.
Istanbul
Tony reveals there's more than just kebabs and belly dancing in Istanbul, Turkey, as he encounters a culture inspired by history and religion.
Prague
Anthony visits Prague, capital of the Czech Republic. Prague may be on the precipice of a culinary revolution. With the help of some local experts, Tony tests the new culinary landscape in the "city of spires."
Hudson Valley, NY
Only 60 or so miles up the Hudson River from Manhattan, the Hudson Valley is a luscious land rich with history. Tony explores the area in search of the usual -- good food, good drink and good people.
Ecuador
Ecuador is a hidden gem with a wide variety of local ingredients and a rich culinary background. Tony savors all the simple stews, fresh fish and exotic fruits that Ecuador's eateries and street vendors have to offer.
Techniques Special
I'm really proud of this episode because I believe it to be the most awesome "stand and stir" instructional hour in maybe..the history of television.
Maine
Tony travels to Maine with his longtime cameraman and native Mainer: Zach Zamboni. Along the way, Zach exposes Tony to the food and people of the "two Maines" -- the civilized coastal area and the sparsely populated, untamed, interior region.
Harbin, China
Tony visits China for the fourth time, this time to China's northeastern area formerly known as Manchuria. Arriving in the cold of winter--Tony savors stews, vegetables and dumplings influenced by Russian and Korean cuisine.
Food Porn 2
Now that some time has passed and the post-food porn euphoria has worn off, Tony Bourdain, with the help of a few friends -- including the illustrious Ron Jeremy -- is ready to gear up for an even steamier round two.
Caribbean Island Hopping
Down in the southernmost end of the Caribbean, Tony and his crew sample the local cuisine and explore the Caribbean lifestyle while going scuba diving, fishing and even hunting for a local delicacy.
Heartland
Tony sets out to the American Heartland to find the unsung heroes of the food scene -- chefs who are fighting the good fight in cities all over America, creating heroic food that could compete with New York's finest.
Liberia
Tony heads to Liberia, the first independent nation in Africa settled by freed American slaves in 1847. Tony shares traditional foods with locals as they talk about their lives in Africa and Liberia's future.
Kerala, India
Tony visits Kerala, a state mostly devoid of the extreme poverty seen elsewhere in India and virtually untouched by Western chains or franchises. He enjoys street food, home-cooked meals and a visit to an action movie set.
Dubai
Tony experiences the major building boom that has taken place in the past 10 years in Dubai as it has emerged as a global city, as well as the uncertainty of a city that has struggled since the economic downturn of 2008.
Rome
Tony's travels finally bring him to Rome, where he dines on mouthwatering Italian classics and attempts to embody the Roman mindset: living happily, carefree and paying attention to the little things in life.
Back to Beirut
In 2006, Tony and his crew traveled to Beirut to shoot a typical episode in typical fashion, but they found themselves in the middle of a violent conflict and had to leave. In 2010, Tony returns to Beirut to finish the job.
Making of India
In this No Reservations special, enjoy an intimate look behind the scenes for a taste of all that must be done to complete each episode.
Paris
In Paris, Tony gets to know a little bit about the lives of the city's working class, and he explores the varied ethnic communities that contribute to the pulse of Paris.
Madrid
During the World Cup, Tony visits Madrid, which he describes as the political, geographical and cultural center of Spain. It's also a melting pot of people and foods from all over the country.
Haiti
In this episode of No Reservations, Tony visits the Caribbean nation of Haiti where he sees first hand the devastation that still remains after the deadly earthquake of January 2010.
Cambodia
Bourdain's latest adventure is steeped in Southeast Asia's most beautiful country, Cambodia. Tony ventures through the local food market slurping a bowl of Ka Tieu and almost goes bald due to an alleged translation error.
Nicaragua
In Nicaragua, Tony visits with locals to discover the meaning of daily life there. Whether he's partying in the capital city, Managua, or tasting pig organs in Esteli, Tony admires the perseverance of the Nicaraguan people
Vienna
For some reason, Tony has always stayed away from the Austrian capital of Vienna. In this episode Tony puts his judgments aside and checks out Vienna for himself, just in time for the holidays.
Ozarks
Tony visits the Ozarks and tries local specialties including squirrel pot pie and roasted raccoon. Disaster strikes when Tony goes night fishing for suckers with author and Ozark resident Daniel Woodrell.
Brazil: The Amazon
Tony fights aches, pains and monkeys as he ventures deep into the Amazon to find an enormous prehistoric delicacy, the legendary and delicious pirarucu.
Boston
Tony cuts through the rugged mob history of South Boston, stumbles into a Southie boxing ring and consumes everything from pastrami knishes to copious pints of Guinness.
Japan: Hokkaido
On March 11th, 2011 a massive earthquake struck Japan, the largest in its recorded history. A few weeks prior, Tony and his crew set out to discover Japan's northernmost prefecture, Hokkaido, a Japan that may never be the same.
Cuba
In a stadium filled with exuberant fans, Tony experiences baseball through the eyes of the Cuban spectator. Then he visits Robert Salas, who shares some remarkable photographs of Castro and the revolution.
Macau
While Macau is a mashup of Portuguese and Chinese influences, it's gambling that controls this island. Tony plays baccarat with a local legend, kart-races with a Macau champion and dives off the world's highest bungee jump.
Naples
Tony explores Naples on a quest to define true Italian food and culture. He indulges in plenty of pizza, tackles a whole deep-fried octopus and anchovies on the Amalfi coast and dines with a humble Italian family.
El Bulli
On the coast of Spain, Tony has the experience of a lifetime while cooking and dining with Chef Ferran Adria at the best restaurant in the world, El Bulli.
US Desert
Tony roars thought the High Desert of California US in a classic Thunderbird. He meets up with local Josh Homme of Queens of The Stone Age and they explore the area while recording a soundtrack at The Rancho de la Luna studio.
Ukraine
Tony and Zamir team up for a trip to the former Soviet Republic, the Ukraine. They explore a former top secret Soviet site, tour Chernobyl now a radiated ghost town, drink vodka, and enjoy green borscht.
Kurdistan
After a hazardous environment-training course, Tony travels to the Kurdish region of Iraq and Turkey. He speaks with locals about their war torn country and tries the traditional cuisine.
Cajun Country
Tony travels beyond New Orleans and into Cajun country to find what sets the bayou culture apart from the mainland. He dines with two famous locals, Wendell Pierce and Lolis Elie, then ends his trip at an authentic crawfish boil.
Holiday
Tony takes a hallucinatory Christmas journey and meets a vegan death metal chef, Norah Jones, a down-on-her-luck Samantha Brown and Christopher Walken. A Merry Christmas indeed.
Mozambique
Anthony visits Mozambique and finds that despite its difficult history and challenges, today this post-colonial Africa is full of optimism.
Kansas City
Tony travels to Kansas City, the BBQ capital of the world, with pal Zamir Gotta, in search of the best barbecue. While there, Tony meets up musicians Dan and Patrick of The Black Keys for some serious finger-licking meat.
Croatian Coast
Tony swims with bluefin tuna, hunts the prized white truffle, and literally gets knocked off his feet as he is treated to the finest Mediterranean cuisine of Croatia's spectacular Istria and Dalmatian regions.
Lisbon
Once the center of the richest empire in Europe, Lisbon now faces one of the worst financial crises in the EU. But even as it struggles with rising debt and unemployment, Lisbon is experiencing a cultural and culinary renaissance.
Japan Cook It Raw
Tony visits Japan, but post-earthquake it's different! He has been invited to Cook It Raw, a yearly gathering where fifteen of the world's greatest chefs come together to share ideas and experiment with new dishes.
Finland
In Finland, Tony joins musician Sami Yaffa for a liquored-up tour of the world's only pub tram, a bloody sauna and an unexpectedly exciting dinner with a cabbie's mother.
Baja
Tony tries his first-ever Mexican fish tacos in Baja, and then heads out with local Restaurateur, Javier Plascencia to a seafood street cart for sea urchin and clam tostadas. Many call it the best in the world!
Penang
In Penang, Tony discovers a rice and shrimp dish wrapped in a banana leaf that he can't get enough of. Then he eats fresh snapper on Monkey Beach, which lives up to its name. The only problem is that Tony hates monkeys.
Austin
Tony heads to Austin, Texas, during South by Southwest, an international music festival. He hangs out with the band Sleigh Bells and enjoys roasted pig and crawfish with sausage followed by a tattoo given by the band's guitarist.
Sydney
In Sydney, Tony experiences enviable food and drink in the land down under. From innovative restaurants to rolling blue mountains, he eats fresh seafood, old school charcuterie, and the ubiquitous Australian barbie.
Emilia Romagna
Tony travels to Emilia Romagna, the breadbasket of Italy, with Chef Michael White. In a red Ferrari California, the two travel across the region, sampling culatello, balsamic vinegar, Sangiovese wine, and a variety of cheeses.
Burgundy
In Burgundy Tony & Chef Ludo stop at a wine cave for a night of drinking & singing with Ludo's friends. They drink wine & dig into crepes at a French truck stop, and visit a winery owned and operated by an American.
Rio
Rio de Janeiro is a perfect city that's easy to love. As he drinks caipirinhas and packs away pork sandwiches, Tony tries to enjoy his time in this Brazilian paradise as he nervously awaits his wife's Jiu Jitsu battle.
Dominican Republic
Tony makes a long overdue visit to the Dominican Republic. He joins filmmaker Juan Basanta for empanadas & nearly frozen beer, enjoys staples like fried salami with tostones & heads to Samana Peninsula by helicopter for lunch.
Brooklyn
After 8 years, 57 countries and 134 episodes, Tony travels through Brooklyn for the last episode of No Reservations. He meets up with rapper Talib Kweli and dines with Eric Ripert at Brooklyn Fare.