Synopsis

The season premiere of *Parts Unknown* unfolds by threading together moments from host Bourdain's return to South Korea after a decade. He navigates the intricate currents of hyper-modern Seoul, a city determined to become a global leader in popular culture. The culinary landscape offers a rich tapestry: crispy Korean fried chicken alongside budae jjigae, a vintage stew born from the post-war era, brimming with Spam, canned baked beans, frankfurters, ramen noodles, and kimchi.