Anthony Bourdain, the intrepid TV host, culinary adventurer and self-proclaimed hedonist, uncovers a fascinating side of countries that many tourists never see. By sharing meals with local families, participating in their celebrations and indulging in their sometimes unusual pastimes, Tony experiences different lifestyles and locales at their most vibrantly authentic. If you want to get a taste of the beauty, magic and quirky delights found off the overly traveled tourist path, take a trip with Anthony Bourdain! Episodes include: Vancouver: Anthony is in Vancouver, British Columbia -- home to a thriving film industry, gorgeous scenery and an evolving food scene. For a change of pace, Tony tries ziplining, and he lands a small film role. New Orleans: After the impact of Hurricane Katrina, Tony sets out to prove that New Orleans is still a vibrant and spectacular town. He visits some of the first restaurants to open after the hurricane, meets up with restaurateur Emeril Lagasse and takes in a down-home New Orleans cookout. London/Edinburgh: Tony goes on a renegade deer hunting trip with famed chef Marco Pierre White and then heads to St. John, considered one of the best restaurants in the world, where Tony goes hog-wild. In Scotland, Tony meets up with one of his literary heroes, best-selling crime author Ian Rankin. Greek Islands: Setting off on a culinary odyssey, Tony experiences an "ofto", a huge festive picnic during which men slaughter a lamb and roast its meat over an open flame. Then he arrives at Shipwreck Beach to join a local family in their festivities, which include lots of drinking, eating and dancing! Jamaica: Tony explores areas of Jamaica not so well-known to tourists -- the bustling marketplace called Coronation Market and the caves so plentiful on the island. He also gets a lesson in coffee growing and shares a traditional Jamaican Sunday dinner. Hawaii: Tony gets a taste of paradise, sampling such local favorites as Puka Dog and a variety of SPAM® dishes, ranging from sushi to chili. He also takes off on a jet ski and pays a visit to Kilauea, the world's most active volcano, before participating in a fun-filled luau. Into the Fire: After so many years away from the kitchen the big question is ... can Anthony Bourdain still cook? He tests that theory himself when he sets out to work a double shift on "the line" at his old haunt, Restaurant Les Halles. Laos: Tony finds himself in Laos, a land with picturesque landscapes and mountains, exotic cuisines and a mysterious history. Seeing that Laos is one of the less popular Asian countries among tourists, Tony is ready to discover what makes this area so unique. Tokyo: The quest for perfection is all in the details when Tony returns to Japan. Famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto joins Tony in an examination of Japanese food, ranging from the simplest of soba noodles to the sophistication of the traditional Kaiseki meal. Uruguay: Tony and his brother, Chris, are on a mission to connect with their family in Uruguay after leaning of Bourdain roots in this tiny South American country. Theirs are two of many smiling faces as they enjoy the fine foods, sandy beaches and fresh air of this wonderful country. Colombia: Colombia is a bright and beautiful land with an unfortunate past, and Tony witnesses the amazing changes that have transformed this country. He pays a visit to the city of Medellin, once plagued with drugs and murder, but now home to families, laughter and great food. Spain: Outside of Asia, Spain is the single greatest location for culinary achievement in the world, according to Anthony Bourdain. And Tony is out to discover and explore the culinary gems that make Spain great. Egypt: Tony visits with locals to get a taste of what it means to be Egyptian. He spends an evening smoking shisha at a men's café, takes a boat ride down the Nile to spend the day with a local family and sleeps under the desert stars with a group of Bedouin men. Saudi Arabia: Afte r a nationwide casting call, No Reservations FAN-atic Danya Alhamrani was chosen to show off her hometown of Jeddah, Saudia Arabia. With Danya by his side, Tony explores the Saudi Arabia that most Westerners have never seen. Washington D.C.: Washington, D.C., is rich in ethnic gastronomic diversity. Tony samples fare from the popular Ben's Chili Bowl, hits up Peruvian chicken joint El Pollo Rico, explores the unique Minibar restaurant and visits the D.C. Central Kitchen, where food is recycled to feed the poor. U.S. Southwest: Anthony Bourdain is off on a great American road trip, exploring the quirky, classic Americana that is the country's Southwest. Tony meets with rocker Alice Cooper at a Phoenix hot dog stand that bears his name and tries out Texas-style fun with rock legend Ted Nugent.
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