Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations — Season 8

Tony journeyed to Mozambique and found himself immersed in a landscape of enigmatic, post-colonial Africa. From the weathered ruins of Portuguese settlements on Mozambique Island to the bustling heart of Maputo, the country presented a star…

In Kansas City, Missouri – widely considered the heartland of American barbecue – Tony Bourdain journeys with his companion Zamir Gotta, on a quest for culinary perfection. During their visit, Bourdain connects with musicians Dan Auerbach a…

A journey through Croatia's Istrian peninsula and Dalmatian coast awaits. The itinerary features opportunities for swimming alongside bluefin tuna and participating in traditional truffle hunting expeditions.

Once the heart of Europe's most prosperous empire, Lisbon now grapples with one of the Union's most severe financial downturns. Yet, amidst mounting debt and widespread unemployment, Tony discovers a vibrant cultural and culinary revival bl…

Tony journeyed to Japan for "Cook it Raw," a culinary event renowned for assembling the world's leading chefs and challenging them with unfamiliar ingredients in a novel setting.

Responding to requests from his Finnish followers on Facebook, Anthony Bourdain journeyed to Helsinki. Accompanied by musician Sami Yaffa, Tony embarked on a spirited exploration of the city’s unique offerings: a pub tram, reportedly the on…

On this installment of *No Reservations*, Tony Bourdain journeys to Tijuana, Mexico, and the Baja Peninsula – a region he approaches with a candid admission of unfamiliarity.

In Penang, Tony Bourdain encounters a remarkable rice and shrimp dish, fragrant with the aroma of banana leaf, and finds himself utterly captivated. Later, on Monkey Beach, he savors freshly caught snapper, a dining experience that proves d…

As his final tour of "No Reservations" begins, Tony arrives in Austin, Texas, coinciding with the vibrant South By Southwest festival – a global celebration of music, film, and interactive arts. He seeks guidance from the city's culinary ar…

For the final stretch of his "No Reservations" tour, Tony journeys to Sydney, exploring everything from the sprawling sheep farms nestled in the Blue Mountains to the city's cutting-edge restaurants. He savors fresh seafood, traditional cur…

This episode sees Tony exploring a potent combination: sex, drugs, and rock and roll. His journey takes him from recording sessions with Queens of the Stone Age in the Mojave Desert to a demonstration of crafting visually alluring food, and…

Chef Michael White, renowned from New York City, journeys with Tony through Emilia Romagna, Italy's celebrated breadbasket. They traverse the region in a red Ferrari California, indulging in the culinary delights that define this vital part…

Were this a film, I would frame it as a road trip. Behind the wheel of a classic Citroen DS, Tony Bourdain glides along a quiet road in Burgundy. Beside him sits Ludo Lefebvre, chef, television host, and a native of the region, who has join…

This installment of *No Reservations* offers a compelling exploration of the Seven Deadly Sins, presented through vivid encounters: a taste of lust amidst the trattorias of Rome, a disconcerting outburst of wrath in New York City, and a sta…

Rio de Janeiro, a city of such captivating beauty it feels almost impossible to dislike. Yet, Tony finds himself unable to fully savor the moment in this Brazilian paradise, his attention consumed by a nervous anticipation for his wife’s up…

This episode finds Tony immersed in a Haitian cemetery on the Day of the Dead, then navigating a darkly humorous Halloween celebration with Zamir in Transylvania. His journey culminates in Iraq, where he arrives clad in body armor, prepared…

As his final tour drew to a close, Anthony Bourdain journeyed to the Dominican Republic, seeking out fresh fish and the vibrant flavors of the island.

For the concluding stretch of his No Reservations tour, Tony ventures just across the river into Brooklyn, a borough of New York he has rarely explored. He investigates the innovative food, music, and spirit of its inhabitants, while also e…


