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Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations (2005 – 2012)

2005 • 8 seasons • Documentary, Reality • TV-PG
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Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations — Season 8

18 episodes · Apr 9, 2012

1. Mozambique
Apr 9, 2012 · 45m

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…

2. Kansas City
Apr 16, 2012 · 45m · 10.0

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…

3. Croatian Coast
Apr 23, 2012 · 45m

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.

4. Lisbon
Apr 30, 2012 · 45m · 10.0

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…

5. Japan: Cook It Raw
May 7, 2012 · 45m

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.

6. Finland
May 14, 2012 · 45m

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…

7. Baja
May 28, 2012 · 45m · 10.0

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.

8. Penang
Jun 4, 2012 · 45m

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…

9. Austin
Sep 3, 2012 · 45m · 10.0

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…

10. Sydney
Sep 10, 2012 · 45m

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…

11. Sex, Drugs And Rock & Roll
Sep 17, 2012 · 45m

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…

12. Emilia Romagna
Sep 24, 2012 · 45m

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…

13. Burgundy
Oct 1, 2012 · 45m

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…

14. Seven Deadly Sins
Oct 8, 2012 · 45m

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…

15. Rio
Oct 15, 2012 · 45m

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…

16. Off the Charts
Oct 22, 2012 · 45m

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…

17. Dominican Republic
Oct 29, 2012 · 45m

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.

18. Brooklyn
Nov 5, 2012 · 45m

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…